A major digital lending platform has reportedly exposed sensitive customer data due to a misconfigured Amazon AWS S3 bucket that was left unsecured without authentication. Security researchers discovered the breach on November 28, 2024, but the issue remained unresolved…
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FBI Warns: ‘Ghost’ Ransomware Is Spreading— Here’s How to Stay Safe
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has released an urgent alert about a growing cyber threat known as Ghost ransomware. This group has been attacking various organizations across more than 70 countries, locking victims out of their own systems…
Crypto Scammers Are Targeting AI Trade Bots
The blockchain security company CertiK disclosed how a new generation of scammers is changing their tactics to target automated trading bots in the wake of the LIBRA meme currency fiasco, in which insiders were given advanced information of the…
These Four Basic PC Essentials Will Protect You From Hacking Attacks
There was a time when the internet could be considered safe, if the users were careful. Gone are the days, safe internet seems like a distant dream. It is not a user’s fault when the data is leaked, passwords are…
Strengthening PC Security with Windows Whitelisting
Windows Defender, the built-in antivirus tool in Windows, provides real-time protection against malware by scanning for suspicious activity and blocking known threats using an extensive virus definition database. However, no antivirus software can completely prevent users from unknowingly installing…
Default Password Creates Major Security Risk for Apartment Complexes
Under research conducted by security researchers, it was discovered that a widely used door access control system includes an inherently insecure default password. Thousands of buildings across the country have insecure default passwords that can be accessed easily and…
Security Affairs newsletter Round 513 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION
A new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter arrived! Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free in your email box. Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press. Ransomware gangs exploit…
SECURITY AFFAIRS MALWARE NEWSLETTER ROUND 35
Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape. DragonForce Ransomware Group is Targeting Saudi Arabia Massive Botnet Targets M365 with Stealthy Password Spraying Attacks Notorious Malware, Spam Host “Prospero”…
Meta fired 20 employees for leaking information, more firings expected
Meta fired about 20 employees because they had leaked “confidential information outside the company,” with more firings expected. Meta fired about 20 employees for leaking confidential information outside the company, with more firings expected. “We tell employees when they join…
(Re)Building the Ultimate Homelab NUC Cluster – Part 3
Set up a Docker-based homelab with automation, monitoring & media tools like Plex, Sonarr & Portainer for easy management & scalability. This article has been indexed from ZephrSec – Adventures In Information Security Read the original article: (Re)Building the Ultimate…
Week in review: Botnet hits M365 accounts, PoC for Ivanti Endpoint Manager vulnerabilities released
Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: Massive botnet hits Microsoft 365 accounts A recently discovered botnet of over 130,000 compromised devices is launching coordinated password-spraying attacks against Microsoft 365 (M365) accounts.…
Wireshark 4.4.5 Released, (Sun, Mar 2nd)
Wireshark release 4.4.5 was released soon after 4.4.4 : it fixes a bug that makes Wireshark crash when clicking on a column title/header. This article has been indexed from SANS Internet Storm Center, InfoCON: green Read the original article: Wireshark…
Flat Earth Sun, Moon and Zodiac App – 33,294 breached accounts
In October 2024, the flat earth sun, moon and zodiac app created by Flat Earth Dave was found to be leaking extensive personal information of its users. The data included 33k unique email addresses along with usernames, latitudes and longitudes…
Hackers can Crack Into Car Cameras Within Minutes Exploiting Vulnerabilities
At the upcoming Black Hat Asia 2025 conference, cybersecurity experts will unveil a groundbreaking vulnerability in modern dashcam technology, exposing how hackers can exploit these devices to breach privacy and steal sensitive data. The session, titled DriveThru Car Hacking: Fast…
Network Penetration Testing Checklist – 2025
Network penetration testing is a cybersecurity practice that simulates cyberattacks on an organization’s network to identify vulnerabilities and improve security defenses. Ethical hackers, or penetration testers, use tools and techniques to mimic real-world hacking attempts, targeting network components like routers,…
Stalkerware: How Scammers Might Be Tracking Your Phone and What You Can Do
Spyware applications designed to secretly monitor people’s phones are becoming more common. These programs, known as stalkerware, can track private messages, calls, photos, locations, and other personal data without the user’s knowledge. Often installed without permission, they operate silently…
When Your SaaS Vendor Goes Dark: A Guide to Protecting Your Business
When a SaaS vendor unexpectedly shuts down, your business faces significant risks. This comprehensive guide provides actionable strategies to recover your data, find alternative solutions, and implement preventative measures to ensure business continuity. The post When Your SaaS Vendor Goes…
Freedom to Choose the Best Secrets Vault?
Are You Making Informed Decisions About Your Secrets Vault? It’s a question that resonates deeply among cybersecurity professionals today. A seasoned data management experts and security enthusiasts understand the importance of flexibility when it comes to selecting a secrets vault.…
How Supported is Your NHIs Policy Enforcement?
Does Your Approach to NHI Policy Enforcement Make the Grade? One question that often arises is: “how effectively are we managing Non-Human Identities (NHIs) policy enforcement in our supported systems?” For numerous enterprises, maintaining a robust NHI management regime is…
Justified Spending on Cybersecurity Technology?
Is Your Cybersecurity Spending Justified? With digital becoming more complex, organizations are continually urged to increase their cybersecurity spending. But the crucial question that arises is – “Is your investment in cybersecurity technology delivering an appropriate return on investment (ROI)?”…