A new ransomware dubbed GoZone is being leveraged by attackers that don’t seem to be very greedy: they are asking the victims to pay just $1,000 in Bitcoin if they want their files decrypted. The GoZone HTML ransom note (Source:…
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Schneider Electric ransomware attack to cost $125k and more in Baguettes
A little-known cybercriminal group, Hellcat ransomware, has recently gained attention after reportedly attacking Schneider Electric, a French-based energy management company. The group claims to have stolen approximately 60GB of data, threatening to release 40GB of it on the dark web…
The Most Notorious Cyber Threat Groups: A Global Overview
In the digital age, cyber threats have evolved from isolated incidents to organized, sophisticated attacks that can target governments, corporations, and individuals worldwide. Among these threats are cybercriminal groups, state-sponsored hackers, and hacktivists that operate under various motives—ranging from financial…
Heimdal and COOLSPIRiT Team Up to Strengthen UK Business Cybersecurity
LONDON, United Kingdom, 6 November 2024 – Heimdal, a leading provider of advanced cybersecurity solutions, and COOLSPIRiT, a UK-based expert in data management and IT infrastructure, are pleased to announce a strategic partnership to deliver cutting-edge security technologies to businesses…
Google Cloud to Mandate Multifactor Authentication by 2025
Google wants to ensure a smooth transition towards required MFA across all Google Cloud accounts with a phased rollout running throughout 2025 This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: Google Cloud to Mandate Multifactor Authentication by…
CIS Control 14: Security Awareness and Skill Training
Users who do not have the appropriate security awareness training are considered a weak link in the security of an enterprise. These untrained users are easier to exploit than finding a flaw or vulnerability in the equipment that an enterprise…
How to Integrate FIM with SOAR Platforms
File Integrity Monitoring ( FIM) is a key intelligence and audit tool in an advanced security portfolio. While it is a logical component to integrate into your Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response ( SOAR) tooling, it’s important to consider your…
Synology fixed critical flaw impacting millions of DiskStation and BeePhotos NAS devices
Synology addressed a critical vulnerability in DiskStation and BeePhotos NAS devices that could lead to remote code execution. Taiwanese vendor Synology has addressed a critical security vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-10443, that impacts DiskStation and BeePhotos. An attacker can exploit the…
INTERPOL Disrupts Over 22,000 Malicious Servers in Global Crackdown on Cybercrime
INTERPOL on Tuesday said it took down more than 22,000 malicious servers linked to various cyber threats as part of a global operation. Dubbed Operation Synergia II, the coordinated effort ran from April 1 to August 31, 2024, targeting phishing,…
Snowflake Hacking Suspect Arrested in Canada
A man suspected of breaching hundreds of Snowflake accounts has been arrested This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: Snowflake Hacking Suspect Arrested in Canada
Azure API Management Vulnerabilities Let Attackers Escalate Privileges
Recent discoveries by Binary Security have revealed critical vulnerabilities in Azure API Management (APIM) that could allow attackers with minimal privileges to escalate their access and take full control over the APIM service. These vulnerabilities were reported to Microsoft, leading to some…
New SteelFox Trojan mimics software activators, stealing sensitive data and mining cryptocurrency
Kaspersky experts have discovered a new SteelFox Trojan that mimics popular software like Foxit PDF Editor and JetBrains to spread a stealer-and-miner bundle. This article has been indexed from Securelist Read the original article: New SteelFox Trojan mimics software activators,…
PLCHound Aims to Improve Detection of Internet-Exposed ICS
Georgia Tech researchers have developed PLCHound, an algorithm that uses AI to improve the identification of internet-exposed ICS. The post PLCHound Aims to Improve Detection of Internet-Exposed ICS appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek Read…
Authlete 3.0 empowers organizations to improve how they issue and manage user credentials
Authlete launched Authlete 3.0, offering support for OpenID for Verifiable Credential Issuance (OID4VCI). This new capability empowers organizations—including governments, financial institutions, and educational establishments—to revolutionize how they issue and manage user credentials. With the introduction of Authlete 3.0, Authlete now…
Global Operation Takes Down 22,000 Malicious IPs
Interpol claims an international policing operation has shuttered 22,000 IPs connected with cybercrime This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: Global Operation Takes Down 22,000 Malicious IPs
South Korea Fines Meta $15 Million for Illegally Collecting Information on Facebook Users
South Korea’s privacy watchdog has fined Meta 21.6 billion won ($15 million) for illegally collecting sensitive personal information from Facebook users. The post South Korea Fines Meta $15 Million for Illegally Collecting Information on Facebook Users appeared first on SecurityWeek.…
Symbiotic provides developers with real-time feedback on potential security vulnerabilities
Symbiotic Security launched a real-time security for software development that combines detection and remediation with just-in-time training – incorporating security testing and training directly into the development process without breaking developers’ workflows. Backed with $3 million of seed funding from…
Google Patches High-Severity Vulnerabilities in Chrome
Google has released a new update for its Chrome browser, addressing two high-severity vulnerabilities. The Stable channel has now been updated to version 130.0.6723.116/.117 for Windows and Mac and version 130.0.6723.116 for Linux. The update will be rolled out to users over the next…
Holiday Shopping Readiness: How is Retail Data Security Holding Up?
Holiday Shopping Readiness: How is Retail Data Security Holding Up? madhav Wed, 11/06/2024 – 05:30 < div> The 2024 holiday season is here. Retailers have been prepping for this season all year and are ready to provide a safe, secure,…
ElizaRAT hits India, Washington court outage, Snowflake hacker arrested
ElizaRAT hits India IT outage impacts Washington courts Alleged Snowflake hacker arrested Thanks to today’s episode sponsor, Vanta As third-party breaches continue to rise, companies are increasingly vigilant, which means more time spent on manual security reviews. With Vanta Questionnaire…