Application programming interfaces (APIs) play a crucial role in modern business, particularly for banks, retailers, and global enterprises, by streamlining financial data transfers. In the financial industry, APIs offer significant advantages, such as reducing IT complexity and simplifying processes for…
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Unleashing the Power of Purple Teaming: A Collaborative Approach to Cybersecurity
The traditional cybersecurity landscape separated the functions of attack simulation (red teams) and defense (blue teams), with each operating independently. While valuable, this approach can leave organizations vulnerable due to missed communication and a lack of understanding of the attacker…
U.S. agency cautions employees to limit phone use due to Salt Typhoon hack of telco providers
US CFPB warns employees to avoid work-related mobile calls and texts following China-linked Salt Typhoon hack over security concerns. The US government’s Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) advises employees to avoid using cellphones for work after China-linked APT group Salt…
DDoS Attacks Targeting ISPs are Different – Here’s How
ISPs face a few unique challenges and risks when it comes to DDoS attacks. Their size and complexity make them bigger targets for hackers, while their unique structural features require more tailored defenses. ISPs can be both direct targets of…
Fortinet Expands Generative AI Integration Across Cybersecurity Portfolio to Enhance Security Operations
Fortinet® (NASDAQ: FTNT), a global leader in cybersecurity, has broadened its application of generative AI (GenAI) technology across its suite of products by introducing two new capabilities through FortiAI, the company’s GenAI-powered security assistant. These latest enhancements are aimed at…
The 249th United States Marine Corps Birthday: A Message From The Commandant Of The Marine Corps
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Week in review: Zero-click flaw in Synology NAS devices, Google fixes exploited Android vulnerability
Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: Millions of Synology NAS devices vulnerable to zero-click attacks (CVE-2024-10443) Synology has released fixes for an unauthenticated “zero-click” remote code execution flaw (CVE-2024-10443, aka RISK:STATION)…
AsyncRAT’s Infection Tactics via Open Directories: Technical Analysis
ANY.RUN, a leader in interactive malware analysis and threat intelligence, has released a technical analysis authored by RacWatchin8872 documenting new techniques used in multi-stage attacks involving AsyncRAT. The report details how attackers exploit open directories to distribute AsyncRAT, examines the…
Mazda Connect flaws allow to hack some Mazda vehicles
Multiple vulnerabilities in the infotainment unit Mazda Connect could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code with root access. Trend Micro’s Zero Day Initiative warned of multiple vulnerabilities in the Mazda Connect infotainment system that could allow attackers to execute code…
FBI: Spike in Hacked Police Emails, Fake Subpoenas
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is urging police departments and governments worldwide to beef up security around their email systems, citing a recent increase in cybercriminal services that use hacked police email accounts to send unauthorized subpoenas and customer…
iPhones might be harder for police to unlock, thanks to new reboot feature
New code introduced in the latest version of Apple’s mobile operating system could make it more difficult for both police and thieves to unlock iPhones. 404 Media reported Thursday that law enforcement officials were warning each other that phones being…
Veeam Backup & Replication exploit reused in new Frag ransomware attack
A critical flaw, tracked as CVE-2024-40711, in Veeam Backup & Replication (VBR) was also recently exploited to deploy Frag ransomware. In mid-October, Sophos researchers warned that ransomware operators are exploiting the critical vulnerability CVE-2024-40711 in Veeam Backup & Replication to create rogue…
DEF CON 32 – Taming the Beast: Inside Llama 3 Red Team Process
Authors/Presenters: Aaron “dyn” Grattafiori, Ivan Evtimov, Joanna Bitton, Maya Pavlova Our sincere appreciation to DEF CON, and the Presenters/Authors for publishing their erudite DEF CON 32 content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Las Vegas Convention Center; and…
Chinese Botnet Quad7 Targets Global Organizations in Espionage Campaign
Microsoft has unveiled a sweeping cyber threat posed by a sophisticated Chinese botnet, Quad7, targeting organizations worldwide through advanced password spray attacks. Operated by a group identified as Storm-0940, this campaign primarily aims at high-value entities, including think tanks, government…
Google Cloud to Enforce Multi-Factor Authentication for Enhanced Security in 2025
As part of its commitment to protecting users’ privacy, Google has announced that by the end of 2025, all Google Cloud accounts will have to implement multi-factor authentication (MFA), also called two-step verification. Considering the sensitive nature of cloud…
Fake Invoices Spread Through DocuSign’s API in New Scam
Cyber thieves are making use of DocuSign’s Envelopes API to send fake invoices in good faith, complete with names that are giveaways of well-known brands such as Norton and PayPal. Because these messages are sent from a verified domain…
Hackers Use Excel Files to Deliver Remcos RAT Variant on Windows
This article explains the inner workings of the Remcos RAT, a dangerous malware that uses advanced techniques to… This article has been indexed from Hackread – Latest Cybersecurity, Tech, Crypto & Hacking News Read the original article: Hackers Use Excel…
FBI Cautioned Gmail Users Regarding Cookie Theft
The FBI has warned users of popular email providers such as Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, and AOL regarding a surge in online criminal activity that compromises email accounts, including those secured by multifactor authentication (MFA). Online criminals lure people into…
Cisco Fixes Critical CVE-2024-20418 Vulnerability in Industrial Wireless Access Points
Cisco recently disclosed a critical security vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-20418, that affects specific Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul (URWB) access points used in industrial settings. These URWB access points are essential for maintaining robust wireless networks in environments like manufacturing plants,…
Uncovering the Gaps in Cyberthreat Detection & the Hidden Weaknesses of SIEM
Cybersecurity tools and technologies are continuously being developed and refined to keep pace with the growing threat landscape. One tool we’re all familiar with is the Security Information and Event… The post Uncovering the Gaps in Cyberthreat Detection & the…