TikTok has committed to permanently withdraw the Lite Rewards program from the EU, after legal proceedings were launched relating to its risks to users, particularly children This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: TikTok Withdraws Lite…
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Hackers Abused StackExchange Platform To Deliuver Malicious Python Package
Attackers uploaded malicious Python packages targeting Raydium and Solana users to PyPI, leveraging a StackExchange post to distribute the malware. The multi-stage malware stole sensitive data, drained cryptocurrency wallets, and established persistent backdoor access, bypassing Windows security protections, underscoring the…
Mirai Botnet Attacking Apache OFBiz Directory Traversal Vulnerability
The notorious Mirai botnet has been observed exploiting a recently disclosed directory traversal vulnerability in Apache OFBiz. This Java-based framework, supported by the Apache Foundation, is used for creating ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) applications, which are critical for managing sensitive…
Hackers Infect Windows With Backdoor Malware Via “Car For Sale” Ad
Fighting Ursa, a Russian APT, has employed a car sales phishing lure to distribute the HeadLace backdoor malware targeting diplomats since March 2024. This strategy mirrors previous campaigns by the group and other Russian threat actors. The attack leveraged public,…
Exodus Underground Market Place Emerging As A Heaven For Cybercriminals
The Exodus Market, a haven for exiled criminals, has grown to become a significant player in the black market economy. The user “ExodusMarket” originally announced Exodus Market for Logs on the Cracked forum on February 10, 2024, after it was…
Mint-stealer Targeting web browsers, VPN clients & messaging apps to Steal Logins
Mint-Stealer is a Malware-as-a-Service tool designed to exfiltrate sensitive data from compromised systems stealthily and targets a broad spectrum of data, including web credentials, cryptocurrency wallet details, gaming credentials, VPN configurations, messaging app data, and FTP client information. Employing encryption…
How Project 2025 Would Put US Elections at Risk
Experts say the “nonsensical” policy proposal, which largely aligns with Donald Trump’s agenda, would weaken the US agency tasked with protecting election integrity, critical infrastructure, and more. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: How…
US Releases Russian Hackers and Spies as Part of Prisoner Swap
The United States, along with Germany and Slovenia, participated in a historic prisoner exchange with Russia, releasing hackers, spies, and an assassin. The swap took place at an airport in Ankara, Turkey. This article has been indexed from Cyware News…
Chinese hackers compromised an ISP to deliver malicious software updates
APT StormBamboo compromised a undisclosed internet service provider (ISP) to poison DNS queries and thus deliver malware to target organizations, Volexity researchers have shared. Malware delivery via automatic software updates StormBamboo (aka Evasive Panda, aka StormCloud), a Chinese-speaking threat actor…
Amazon Shares Plummet On Slowing Sales
Amazon shares sink after it reports slowing sales amidst consumer bargain-hunting and competition from China’s Temu and Shein This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Amazon Shares Plummet On Slowing Sales
Google Hires Character.AI Staff, Licenses Tech
Character.AI co-founders Noam Shazeer, Daniel De Freitas to return to Google along with other researchers in latest AI ‘acqui-hire’ This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Google Hires Character.AI Staff, Licenses Tech
Coinbase Chief Executive Sees Political ‘Shift’ On Crypto
Coinbase chief executive Brian Armstrong says support for crypto industry increasing across political spectrum ahead of elections This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Coinbase Chief Executive Sees Political ‘Shift’ On Crypto
Customers Flock To Shein South Africa Pop-Up Store
Chinese-founded online retailer Shein sees strong demand at first pop-up store in South Africa as it faces criticism from authorities This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Customers Flock To Shein South Africa Pop-Up Store
The Top 6 Urban VPN Alternatives for 2024
If you’re on the hunt for Urban VPN alternatives, check out our in-depth analysis of Proton VPN, TunnelBear and other VPN providers. This article has been indexed from Security | TechRepublic Read the original article: The Top 6 Urban VPN…
Newly Identified BITSLOTH Backdoor Uses Novel C2 Communication Channel
A new Windows backdoor named BITSLOTH has been discovered by cybersecurity researchers. This malware exploits the Background Intelligent Transfer Service (BITS) for stealthy communication, making it difficult to detect. This article has been indexed from Cyware News – Latest Cyber…
FBI Warns of Scammers Posing as Crypto Exchange Employees
These fraudsters contact victims through phone calls or messages, posing as representatives of legitimate crypto exchanges, and create a sense of urgency by claiming security issues or hack attempts on the victims’ accounts. This article has been indexed from Cyware…
Airlines are Flying Blind on Third-Party Risks
Airlines are facing challenges with third-party risks in their supply chain. Recent revelations regarding risks in Boeing’s supply chain have emphasized the importance of measuring and mitigating these risks, according to SecurityScorecard. This article has been indexed from Cyware News…
Tech Support Scam Ring Leader Gets Seven Years in Prison, $6M Fine
A tech support fraud leader was sentenced to seven years in prison for scamming over 6,500 victims and making $6 million. The operation targeted elderly victims in the U.S. and Canada by showing fake malware infections on their computers. This…
Security Bypass Vulnerability Exposed in Rockwell Automation Logix Controllers
A vulnerability in Rockwell Automation’s Logix controllers, CVE-2024-6242, poses a security risk to industrial automation systems worldwide by allowing unauthorized access to PLCs. This article has been indexed from Cyware News – Latest Cyber News Read the original article: Security…
Enhancing Incident Response Readiness with Wazuh
Incident response is a structured approach to managing and addressing security breaches or cyber-attacks. Security teams must overcome challenges such as timely detection, comprehensive data collection, and coordinated actions to enhance readiness. Improving these areas ensures a swift and effective…