With the EU’s Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) deadline approaching on 17th January, 2025, Europe’s top 100 companies face an urgent cybersecurity challenge, according to SecurityScorecard. A-rated companies safer from breaches The report highlights the role of SecurityScorecard’s A-to-F rating…
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US Treasury Sanctions Chinese Tech Firm Over Links to State-Sponsored Attacks
The US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned Beijing-based Integrity Technology Group (Integrity Tech) for its involvement in cyber intrusion campaigns targeting US entities. Integrity Tech has been linked to Flax Typhoon, a Chinese…
FireScam Malware Campaign Highlights Rising Threat to Mobile Users
The ubiquity of mobile applications has created a perfect storm for bad actors, offering ample opportunities to exploit unsuspecting users. One of the latest instances is FireScam, a sophisticated malware that targets Android devices. Disguised as a fake “Telegram Premium”…
High-Severity Vulnerability Discovered in Nuclei: What You Need to Know
An engineering team from Wiz has discovered a critical vulnerability in Nuclei, a popular open-source security tool developed by ProjectDiscovery. The vulnerability, assigned as CVE-2024-43405, enables malicious actors to bypass the tool’s signature verification process, potentially enabling arbitrary code execution.…
Is healthcare cybersecurity in critical condition?
This article highlights key findings and trends in healthcare cybersecurity for 2024. From the rising impact of cyberattacks on patient care to the vulnerabilities posed by medical devices and supply chains, these insights provide an overview of the current state…
Taiwan reportedly claims China-linked ship damaged one of its submarine cables
More evidence of Beijing’s liking for grey zone warfare, or a murky claim with odd African entanglements? Taiwanese authorities have asserted that a China-linked ship entered its waters and damaged a submarine cable.… This article has been indexed from The…
Cybersecurity Today: Browser Exploits, U.S. Treasury Breach & CrowdStrike’s Comeback: Monday, January 6, 2024
In this episode, we delve into the latest cybersecurity threats and developments. We cover a new double click exploit that bypasses browser protections and a massive compromise affecting millions of Chrome users through infected extensions. Additionally, we discuss the U.S.…
ISC Stormcast For Monday, January 6th, 2025 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/9266, (Mon, Jan 6th)
This post doesn’t have text content, please click on the link below to view the original article. This article has been indexed from SANS Internet Storm Center, InfoCON: green Read the original article: ISC Stormcast For Monday, January 6th, 2025…
Tenable Chairman and CEO Amit Yoran Has Died
It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of our beloved CEO Amit Yoran on January 3. Amit was not only a visionary leader but also a guiding force who profoundly impacted our industry, our…
Telemetry data from 800K VW Group EVs exposed online
PLUS: DoJ bans data sale to enemy nations; Do Kwon extradited to US; Tenable CEO passes away; and more Infosec in Brief Welcome to 2025: hopefully you enjoyed a pleasant holiday season and returned to the security operations center without…
Feel Supported by Advanced Machine Identity Management
Why Does Machine Identity Management Matter? Why should advanced machine identity management be a key concern for CISOs? With rapid technological advancements and the increasing dependence on cloud environments, businesses are confronted with a new array of security challenges. One…
Unlocking the Potential of Machine Identity Management
The Untapped Potential of Machine Identity Management Are you aligning your cybersecurity efforts with the contemporary needs and trends? Organizations often overlook the significance and strategic depth of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and Secrets Security Management. This lapse can expose businesses,…
How Reliable Secret Storage Enhances Cloud Security
Why is Effective Secret Storage So Crucial to Cloud Security? In an increasingly digitized world where every information is stored in the digital form, it’s crucial to question: how are these confidential secrets stored, and how do they affect our…
PLAYFULGHOST backdoor supports multiple information stealing features
PLAYFULGHOST is a new malware family with capabilities including keylogging, screen and audio capture, remote shell access, and file transfer/execution. Google researchers analyzed a new malware family called PLAYFULGHOST that supports multiple features, including keylogging, screen and audio capture, remote shell, and…
Nuclei flaw allows signature bypass and code execution
A vulnerability in Nuclei, an open-source vulnerability scanner, could allow attackers to bypass signature checks and execute malicious code. A high-severity security flaw, tracked as CVE-2024-43405 (CVSS score of 7.4), in the open-source vulnerability scanner ProjectDiscovery’s Nuclei, could allow attackers to bypass…
What are passkeys? How going passwordless can simplify your life in 2025
Take the first steps toward ditching passwords for good. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article: What are passkeys? How going passwordless can simplify your life in 2025
WhatsApp Emerges as the Most Exploited Platform in Cyber Frauds
WhatsApp, Instagram, and Telegram have once again become the favorite tools for hackers, as per a report released by India’s Home Ministry (MHA). According to the report, WhatsApp is still the most commonly utilized medium for cybercrime. Several examples…
Watch Out: Fake Game Invites on Discord Are Stealing Your Personal Data
There is a new online scam, where cyber criminals trick people into downloading harmful software under the pretext of beta testing a game. This campaign targets people on platforms such as Discord, email, and even text messages, aiming at…
FBI Warns Against Public USB Charging Stations Due to “Juice Jacking” Threat
< p style=”text-align: justify;”>The FBI has issued a cautionary alert for travelers, urging them to avoid using public USB charging stations found in airports, hotels, and other public spaces. A rising cyber threat, known as “juice jacking,” enables cybercriminals to…
Cyberattack on Cyberhaven Chrome Extension Exposes Sensitive Data
< p style=”text-align: justify;”>On Christmas Eve, Cyberhaven, a data loss prevention company, experienced a cyberattack targeting its Google Chrome extension. The breach exposed sensitive customer data, including passwords and session tokens. The company has since taken swift measures to…