On April 21, 2025, British retail giant Mark and Spencer (M&S) confirmed that it was the victim of a cyberattack that disrupted its contactless payment terminals in over 1,400 of its UK stores. The company reassured customers that both its…
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Essentials to Gain 100% Cybersecurity Success: A Comprehensive Approach
In this increasingly digital world, cybersecurity has become more than just an IT concern; it’s a critical aspect of every business’s strategy and operations. With the rise of cyber threats—ranging from ransomware and phishing to insider threats and advanced persistent…
The Tech That Safeguards the Conclave’s Secrecy
Following the death of Pope Francis, the Vatican is preparing to organize a new conclave in less than 20 days. This is how they’ll tamp down on leaks. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article:…
ChatGPT Creates Working Exploit for CVEs Before Public PoCs Released
In a development that could transform vulnerability research, security researcher Matt Keeley demonstrated how artificial intelligence can now create working exploits for critical vulnerabilities before public proof-of-concept (PoC) exploits are available. Keeley used GPT-4 to develop a functional exploit for…
New Cookie-Bite Attack Let Hackers Bypass MFA & Maintain Access to Cloud Servers
A sophisticated attack technique dubbed “Cookie-Bite” enables cybercriminals to silently bypass multi-factor authentication (MFA) and maintain persistent access to cloud environments. Varonis Threat Labs revealed that attackers leverage stolen browser cookies to impersonate legitimate users without requiring credentials, effectively rendering…
Google Cloud Composer Vulnerability Let Attackers Elevate Their Privileges
A critical privilege-escalation vulnerability in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), dubbed “ConfusedComposer,” could have allowed attackers to gain elevated permissions to sensitive cloud resources. The vulnerability, now patched, enabled attackers with minimal permissions to potentially gain control over a highly privileged…
When confusion becomes a weapon: How cybercriminals exploit economic turmoil
It begins with a simple notification: “Markets in Free Fall.” Within moments, the headlines multiply: new tariffs, emergency actions, plummeting consumer confidence. Across boardrooms and break rooms, anxiety ripples at every level. People begin refreshing inboxes and apps for guidance…
Google Cloud Composer Flaw Allows Attackers to Gain Elevated Privileges
Research disclosed a now-patched high-severity vulnerability in Google Cloud Platform’s (GCP) Cloud Composer service, dubbed ConfusedComposer. It could have allowed attackers to hijack cloud workflows and gain control over critical resources. The flaw highlights risks in automated cloud service orchestration. What…
Tech resilience, breakout startups, and banking reinvented: The big conversations at StrictlyVC London in May
StrictlyVC is heading to London on May 13, uniting top investors and entrepreneurs to spark meaningful connections and drive forward innovation. We’re thrilled to welcome industry leaders like Nazo Moosa, general partner at Paladin Capital Group; Sonali De Rycker, partner…
Privileged Access Management Features: What You Need in Your PAM Solutions
The post Privileged Access Management Features: What You Need in Your PAM Solutions appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. This article has been indexed from Heimdal Security Blog Read the original article: Privileged Access Management Features: What You Need in…
SWE-agent: Open-source tool uses LLMs to fix issues in GitHub repositories
By connecting powerful language models like GPT-4o and Claude Sonnet 3.5 to real-world tools, the open-source tool SWE-agent allows them to autonomously perform complex tasks: from fixing bugs in live GitHub repositories and solving cybersecurity challenges, to browsing the web…
Google Drops Cookie Prompt in Chrome, Adds IP Protection to Incognito
Google on Tuesday revealed that it will no longer offer a standalone prompt for third-party cookies in its Chrome browser as part of its Privacy Sandbox initiative. “We’ve made the decision to maintain our current approach to offering users third-party…
Moodle Core vulnerabilities Allow Attackers to Evade Security Measures
A recent security audit has uncovered critical vulnerabilities within Moodle, the widely used open-source learning management system (LMS). These vulnerabilities allow attackers to evade core security mechanisms and potentially exploit systems via Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF). The flaws center around…
The dark side of YouTube: Malicious links, phishing, and deepfakes
With billions of users, YouTube has become a tempting target for cybercriminals. They post malicious links in video descriptions and comments. Some send phishing emails to creators, posing as sponsors but attaching malware. Others hijack popular channels to promote fake…
Cybersecurity jobs available right now: April 23, 2025
Application Security Analyst Greenway Health | India | Remote – View job details As an Application Security Analyst, you will conduct regular security assessments of applications, including static and dynamic analysis, to identify vulnerabilities in code, configurations, and third-party dependencies.…
Phishing emails delivering infostealers surge 84%
Cybercriminals continued to shift to stealthier tactics, with lower-profile credential theft spiking, while ransomware attacks on enterprises declined, according to IBM. Researchers observed an 84% increase in emails delivering infostealers in 2024 compared to the prior year, a method threat…
ChatGPT Creates Working Exploit for CVE’s Before Public PoCs Released
In a development that could transform vulnerability research, security researcher Matt Keeley demonstrated how artificial intelligence can now create working exploits for critical vulnerabilities before public proof-of-concept (PoC) exploits are available. Keeley used GPT-4 to develop a functional exploit for…
ISC Stormcast For Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/9420, (Wed, Apr 23rd)
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 23rd, 2025…
Will super-smart AI be attacking us anytime soon?
What practical AI attacks exist today? “More than zero” is the answer – and they’re getting better. This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: Will super-smart AI be attacking us anytime soon?
How to Secure the Extended Enterprise – CISO Insights on Third-Party Risk
Modern organizations rely on a sprawling network of third-party vendors, suppliers, and partners to drive innovation and operational efficiency. However, this interconnected ecosystem introduces significant cybersecurity risks. As attack surfaces expand, malicious actors increasingly target weaker links in the supply…