A leaked internal memo dated April 15, 2025, has sent shockwaves through the cybersecurity community, revealing that MITRE’s contract to operate the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) program is set to expire today, April 16, 2025. The letter, reportedly obtained…
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Guess what happens when ransomware fiends find ‘insurance’ ‘policy’ in your files
It involves a number close to three or six depending on the fiend Ransomware operators jack up their ransom demands by a factor of 2.8x if they detect a victim has cyber-insurance, a study highlighted by the Netherlands government has…
When companies merge, so do their cyber threats
For CISOs, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) bring both potential and risk. These deals can drive growth, but they also open the door to serious cybersecurity threats that may derail the transaction. Strong due diligence, smart risk planning, and a shared…
U.S. Govt. Funding for MITRE’s CVE Ends April 16, Cybersecurity Community on Alert
The U.S. government funding for non-profit research giant MITRE to operate and maintain its Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) program will expire Wednesday, an unprecedented development that could shake up one of the foundational pillars of the global cybersecurity ecosystem.…
Critical Chrome Vulnerability Exposes Users to Data Theft and Unauthorized Access
A critical security vulnerability has been discovered in Google Chrome, prompting an urgent update as millions of users worldwide face potential threats of data theft and unauthorized access. The newly released Stable channel update—now available as version 135.0.7049.95/.96 for Windows…
Zeek Deployments Rise Across SOCs For Enhanced Network Visibility
Zeek, formerly known as Bro, has established itself as a leading open-source network security monitoring platform. As organizations face increasingly complex cyber threats in 2025, Zeek’s capabilities have evolved to provide deeper visibility, advanced analytics, and seamless integration with modern…
Strategic AI readiness for cybersecurity: From hype to reality
AI readiness in cybersecurity involves more than just possessing the latest tools and technologies; it is a strategic necessity. Many companies could encounter serious repercussions, such as increased volumes of advanced cyber threats, if they fail to exploit AI due…
Authorities Shut Down Four Encrypted Platforms Used by Cybercriminals
Law enforcement authorities across Europe and Türkiye have dealt a major blow to four criminal networks alleged to be at the heart of drug trafficking and money laundering across the continent. The operation, supported by Europol and codenamed Operation BULUT,…
Attack Flow: Learn how cyber adversaries combine and sequence offensive techniques
MITRE’s Attack Flow project aims to translate complex cyber operations into a structured language. By describing how adversaries sequence and combine offensive techniques to reach their objectives, Attack Flow offers defenders, analysts, and decision-makers a tool to see the bigger…
Crafty Threat Actors Unleash Ingenious Phishing Ploys
Ever feel like phishing scams are on a never-ending quest for supreme deception? From fake delivery notifications to impersonated CEOs, it’s like picking from a basket of tricks – each one meticulously crafted to catch people and organizations off guard.…
The future of authentication: Why passwordless is the way forward
By now, most CISOs agree: passwords are the weakest link in the authentication chain. They’re easy to guess, hard to manage, and constantly reused. Even the most complex password policies don’t stop phishing or credential stuffing. That’s why passwordless authentication…
Funding Expires for Key Cyber Vulnerability Database
A critical resource that cybersecurity professionals worldwide rely on to identify, mitigate and fix security vulnerabilities in software and hardware is in danger of breaking down. The federally funded, non-profit research and development organization MITRE warned today that its contract…
9 Modern Ways You Can Use Bitcoin in 2025
Cryptocurrency is slowly becoming a regular way to pay for something, with new uses popping up every day. Many people choose Bitcoin, among others, because it’s easy to use, quick, secure, private, and more affordable than traditional methods. 1. Gaming,…
Browser extensions make nearly every employee a potential attack vector
Despite being present on virtually every employee’s browser, extensions are rarely monitored by security teams or controlled by IT, according to LayerX. Most extensions have access to sensitive data 99% of enterprise users have at least one extension installed in…
MITRE CVE Program Funding Set To Expire
MITRE’s CVE program has been an important pillar in cybersecurity for over two decades. The lack of certainty surrounding the future of the CVE program creates great uncertainty about how newly discovered vulnerabilities will be cataloged. Background On April 15,…
Critical Chrome Vulnerability Let Attackers Steal Data & Gain Unauthorized Access
Google has issued an urgent security update for its Chrome browser after two critical vulnerabilities were discovered. These vulnerabilities could allow attackers to steal sensitive data and gain unauthorized access to users’ systems. The flaws, identified as CVE-2025-3619 and CVE-2025-3620,…
The best free VPNs of 2025: Expert tested
If you are in need of a way to improve your online privacy, consider using a VPN. We tested the best free VPNs which offer solid services without invading your privacy or selling your data. This article has been indexed…
The best VPN routers of 2025
Setting up a VPN on your router can give you full coverage for all your devices at home. We’ve found the best routers that support VPN installation or include pre-installed VPN solutions. This article has been indexed from Latest stories…
ISC Stormcast For Wednesday, April 16th, 2025 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/9410, (Wed, Apr 16th)
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 Wednesday, April 16th, 2025…
Uncle Sam abruptly turns off funding for CVE program. Yes, that CVE program
Because vulnerability management has nothing to do with national security, right? US government funding for the world’s CVE program – the centralized Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures database of product security flaws – ends Wednesday.… This article has been indexed from…