Google has announced that it’s rolling out a new set of features to its Chrome browser that gives users more control over their data when surfing the internet and protects against online threats. “With the newest version of Chrome, you…
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AT&T Agrees $13m FCC Settlement Over Cloud Data Breach
Telco giant AT&T will pay the FCC $13m to resolve a cloud breach investigation This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: AT&T Agrees $13m FCC Settlement Over Cloud Data Breach
Python Infostealer Patching Windows Exodus App, (Wed, Sep 18th)
A few months ago, I wrote a diary[1] about a Python script that replaced the Exodus[2] Wallet app with a rogue one on macOS. Infostealers are everywhere these days. They target mainly browsers (cookies, credentials) and classic applications that may…
VMware vCenter Server Vulnerability Let Attackers Escalate Privileges
VMware has issued a critical security advisory (VMSA-2024-0019) addressing two significant vulnerabilities in its vCenter Server and VMware Cloud Foundation products. CVE-2024-38812 and CVE-2024-38813 vulnerabilities could allow attackers to execute remote code and escalate privileges. CVE-2024-38812: Heap-Overflow Vulnerability The first…
Chrome 129 Released with Fix for Multiple Security Vulnerabilities
The Chrome team has officially announced the release of Chrome 129, which is now available on the stable channel for Windows, Mac, and Linux. This update, which will be gradually rolled out over the coming days and weeks, addresses several…
Did a Chinese University Hacking Competition Target a Real Victim?
Participants in a hacking competition with ties to China’s military were, unusually, required to keep their activities secret, but security researchers say the mystery only gets stranger from there. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original…
Broadcom fixed Critical VMware vCenter Server flaw CVE-2024-38812
Broadcom addressed a critical vulnerability in the VMware vCenter Server that could allow remote attackers to achieve code execution. Broadcom released security updates to address a critical vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-38812 (CVSS score: 9.8), in VMware vCenter Server that could…
Cyware Joins Coalition for Secure AI (CoSAI) to Advance Safe and Ethical AI Technologies
Cyware joins CoSAI to help drive the development of secure and ethical AI technologies, addressing the urgent need for AI safety amid today’s rapidly evolving cyber threats. Cyware, a provider of threat intelligence management, security collaboration, and orchestrated response, has…
Deadly Pager Explosions in Lebanon Linked to Possible Supply Chain Attack
Yesterday, Reuters reported that multiple explosions involving communication devices used by Hezbollah resulted in at least nine deaths and over 3000 injuries across Lebanon. Among those wounded were Hezbollah fighters, medics, and Iran’s ambassador to Lebanon, Mojtaba Amani, who sustained…
Apache Flaw: High Severity Vulnerability Fix Via Update
Organizations worldwide leverage technological solutions for increased efficiency and productivity. However, given the rapid advancements of online threats, using such solutions does come with some risks. The recently discovered Apache flaw is a fine example of such risks. In this article,…
Building a Secure Linux Environment for Enterprise Applications
Enterprises today face sophisticated attacks that are often targeted, persistent, and difficult to detect. Keep your Linux environment secure with automated live patching to apply security updates without downtime. Configure firewalls and secure communication protocols to protect network applications…
Hydden raises $4.4 million to improve identity security
Hydden announced that it has closed $4.4 million in seed funding led by Access Venture Partners. Other investors include Lockstep, the venture fund of CISOs Rinki Sethi and Lucas Moody, Service Provider Capital, and several cybersecurity angel investors including Andy…
CISA Issues Advice to Help Eliminate XSS Bugs
The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is trying to eradicate cross-site scripting vulnerabilities This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: CISA Issues Advice to Help Eliminate XSS Bugs
Big Tech Prioritizes Security with Zuckerberg at the Helm
Reports indicate that some of the largest tech firms are paying millions of dollars each year to safeguard the CEOs of their companies, with some companies paying more than others depending on the industry. There has been a significant…
GSMA Plans End-to-End Encryption for Cross-Platform RCS Messaging
The GSM Association, the governing body that oversees the development of the Rich Communications Services (RCS) protocol, on Tuesday, said it’s working towards implementing end-to-end encryption (E2EE) to secure messages sent between the Android and iOS ecosystems. “The next major…
London Transport requires in person password validation for 30,000 employees, Cyber Security Today for Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Emerging Cyber Threats: Repellent Scorpius, TfL Cyber Attack, and Online Safety for Children In this episode, we discuss the emergence of the new ransomware group Repellent Scorpius and their use of the Ciccada 3301 ransomware. We cover the London Transport…
Binance issues malware threat to Bitcoins users
Binance, the cryptocurrency exchange platform, has issued a warning regarding Clipper Malware, a threat that enables attackers to manipulate users’ wallet addresses. This can lead to the unauthorized diversion of digital funds. This alert primarily affects users of various cryptocurrencies,…
What to do if a Ransomware Decryptor Doesn’t Work Even After Paying the Ransom
Ransomware attacks are among the most perilous threats facing individuals and organizations today. They lock or encrypt critical files, rendering them inaccessible until a ransom is paid. Despite paying the ransom, there are situations where the provided decryptor fails to…
Patch Issued for Critical VMware vCenter Flaw Allowing Remote Code Execution
Broadcom on Tuesday released updates to address a critical security flaw impacting VMware vCenter Server that could pave the way for remote code execution. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-38812 (CVSS score: 9.8), has been described as a heap-overflow vulnerability in…
Fair Ball or Foul Play? EU’s Digital Markets Act Puts App Security on Shaky Ground
Apple Inc, announced a fightback after the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) allegedly forced a compromise on the security of its products. The post Fair Ball or Foul Play? EU’s Digital Markets Act Puts App Security on Shaky Ground appeared…