Meta has announced that it will begin to train its artificial intelligence (AI) models using public data shared by adults across its platforms in the European Union, nearly a year after it paused its efforts due to data protection concerns…
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Gladinet’s Triofox and CentreStack Under Active Exploitation via Critical RCE Vulnerability
A recently disclosed security flaw in Gladinet CentreStack also impacts its Triofox remote access and collaboration solution, according to Huntress, with seven different organizations compromised to date. Tracked as CVE-2025-30406 (CVSS score: 9.0), the vulnerability refers to the use of…
The Growing Threat of Zero-Click Spyware: Why Organizations Must Rethink Smartphone Security
The Rise of Zero-Click Spyware Recent revelations about a zero-click exploit targeting WhatsApp users underscore the growing threat of sophisticated spyware campaigns. Unlike traditional cyberattacks that require user interaction – such as clicking a malicious link or downloading a compromised…
Top 10 Best Zero Trust Solutions 2025
Zero Trust Solutions is a modern cybersecurity framework built on the principle of “never trust, always verify.” Unlike traditional perimeter-based security models, Zero Trust assumes that threats can originate both inside and outside an organization’s network. It enforces strict access…
Colleges and Schools Now Top Targets for Online Threat Actors
Across the globe, a new kind of threat is targeting the very institutions dedicated to shaping the future: schools, colleges, and universities. In 2024, experts warn that educational organizations have become prime targets for online threat actors, including nation-state-backed hackers…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2025-04-15 06h : 2 posts
2 posts were published in the last hour 3:36 : Trump Revenge Tour Targets Cyber Leaders, Elections 3:36 : Hackers Leveraging Teams Messages to Execute Malware on Windows Systems
The Future of GRC – Integrating ESG, Cyber, and Regulatory Risk
The landscape of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) is undergoing a profound transformation as organizations face mounting pressures from regulatory bodies, evolving cyber threats, and the growing importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors. In 2025, the convergence of…
Cybersecurity for Startups – What Early-Stage CISOs Must Prioritize
Early-stage startups face unique cybersecurity challenges that established enterprises have already addressed through years of investment and experience. For Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) stepping into leadership roles at young companies, the landscape presents both opportunity and complexity. With limited…
Cybersecurity jobs available right now: April 15, 2025
CISO Department of Justice | Australia | On-site – View job details As a CISO, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a cyber security strategy as well as establishing and maintaining the organisation’s strategic enterprise-wide information and cyber…
Chief Legal Officers step up in cybersecurity oversight
In this Help Net Security video, Jennifer Chen, Executive Director of the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) Foundation, discusses how globally, Chief Legal Officers (CLOs) are becoming integral leaders in cybersecurity strategy, holding leadership positions, and frequently reporting cybersecurity strategies…
Trump Revenge Tour Targets Cyber Leaders, Elections
President Trump last week revoked security clearances for Chris Krebs, the former director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) who was fired by Trump after declaring the 2020 election the most secure in U.S. history. The White House…
Hackers Leveraging Teams Messages to Execute Malware on Windows Systems
A new sophisticated attack campaign where cybercriminals are exploiting Microsoft Teams to deliver malware and maintain persistent access to corporate networks. The attacks, which represent an evolution in social engineering tactics, specifically target Windows systems through a novel technique that…
ISC Stormcast For Tuesday, April 15th, 2025 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/9408, (Tue, Apr 15th)
This post doesn’t have text content, please click on the link below to view the original article. This article has been indexed from SANS Internet Storm Center, InfoCON: green Read the original article: ISC Stormcast For Tuesday, April 15th, 2025…
USPS Warns Public About Rising Mail, Email Scams—How to Spot and Avoid Them
Discover how evolving USPS mail scams highlight growing cybersecurity risks. Learn how phishing, smishing, and brushing attacks threaten your personal data. The post USPS Warns Public About Rising Mail, Email Scams—How to Spot and Avoid Them appeared first on eSecurity…
Stealthy Rootkit-Like Malware Known as BPFDoor Using Reverse Shell to Dig Deeper into Compromised Networks
A sophisticated backdoor malware known as BPFDoor has been actively targeting organizations across Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, leveraging advanced stealth techniques to evade detection. This Linux backdoor utilizes Berkeley Packet Filtering (BPF) technology to monitor network traffic at…
Schools and Colleges Emerges as a Prime Target for Threat Actors
Educational institutions worldwide are facing an unprecedented wave of sophisticated cyber attacks, with the education sector ranked as the third-most targeted industry in Q2 2024, according to Microsoft. This alarming trend reveals a strategic shift in threat actors’ focus, as…
Don’t delete that mystery empty folder. Windows put it there as a security fix
Copilot vibe coding for OS development? Why not Canny Windows users who’ve spotted a mysterious folder on hard drives after applying last week’s security patches for the operating system can rest assured – it’s perfectly benign. In fact, it’s recommended…
New SSL/TLS certs to each live no longer than 47 days by 2029
IT admins, get ready to grumble CA/Browser Forum – a central body of web browser makers, security certificate issuers, and friends – has voted to cut the maximum lifespan of new SSL/TLS certs to just 47 days by March 15,…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2025-04-15 00h : 8 posts
8 posts were published in the last hour 22:55 : IT Security News Daily Summary 2025-04-14 22:5 : Test SBX 21:35 : Amex GBT puts AI at the center of SOC automation, threat modeling, incident response 21:35 : Beware of…
IT Security News Daily Summary 2025-04-14
210 posts were published in the last hour 21:35 : Amex GBT puts AI at the center of SOC automation, threat modeling, incident response 21:35 : Beware of $5 SMS Phishing Attack Targeting Toll Road Users 21:35 : The Rise…