The Qilin ransomware group claims responsibility for attacking the newspaper Lee Enterprises, stealing 350GB of data. The Qilin ransomware group claimed responsibility for the recent cyberattack on Lee Enterprises, which impacted dozens of local newspapers. Lee Enterprises, Inc. is a…
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DEF CON 32 – Efficient Bug Bounty Automation Techniques
Author/Presenter: Gunnar Andrews Our sincere appreciation to DEF CON, and the Authors/Presenters for publishing their erudite DEF CON 32 content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Las Vegas Convention Center; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The…
The Rise of QR Phishing: How Scammers Exploit QR Codes and How to Stay Safe
QR phishing is on the rise, tricking users into scanning malicious QR codes. Learn how cybercriminals exploit QR codes and how to protect yourself. This article has been indexed from Hackread – Latest Cybersecurity, Tech, AI, Crypto & Hacking News…
11 Application Security Testing Types
As organizations accelerate their release cycles and rely on complex software ecosystems, security vulnerabilities become harder to track—and easier for attackers to exploit. From open-source dependencies to misconfigurations in production, security gaps can lead to data breaches, compliance failures, and…
C++ creator calls for help to defend programming language from ‘serious attacks’
Bjarne Stroustrup says standards committee needs to show it can respond to memory safety push Bjarne Stroustrup, creator of C++, has issued a call for the C++ community to defend the programming language, which has been shunned by cybersecurity agencies…
Lending App Data Breach Leaves Sensitive Customer Information Unprotected
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…
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,…