Malicious hacking is getting increasingly sophisticated, and that’s leading to a very clear trend in security technology. To keep people and organizations safe, security also has to continue advancing its own complexity. Security startup PQShield has gotten an early start…
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Diamorphine Rootkit Exploiting Linux Systems In The Wild
Threat actors exploit Linux systems because they are prevalent in organizations that host servers, databases, and other important resources. Exploiting vulnerabilities in Linux systems allows attackers to gain access to sensitive data, disrupt services, or deploy malware. Besides this, the…
Experts Uncover New Evasive SquidLoader Malware Targeting Chinese Organizations
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a new evasive malware loader named SquidLoader that spreads via phishing campaigns targeting Chinese organizations. AT&T LevelBlue Labs, which first observed the malware in late April 2024, said it incorporates features that are designed to thwart…
Update on ransomware attacks on NHS, AMD and CDK Global
1.) Recently, the Qilin ransomware group, believed to originate from Russia, targeted three hospitals and a network, severely disrupting emergency services for patients. The attack, which occurred on June 4, 2024, via Synnovis Software, has led the gang to demand…
Hacktivism is evolving – and that could be bad news for organizations everywhere
Hacktivism is nothing new, but the increasingly fuzzy lines between traditional hacktivism and state-backed operations make it a more potent threat This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: Hacktivism is evolving – and that could be…
Closing the Readiness Gap: How to Ensure a Fast Recovery From the Inevitable Cyber Attack
While many businesses invest heavily in frontline defense tools to keep out bad actors, they spend far less time and money preparing for what happens when the criminals eventually get in. The post Closing the Readiness Gap: How to Ensure…
2024-06-17 – Google ad –> fake unclaimed funds site –> Matanbuchus with Danabot
This post doesn’t have text content, please click on the link below to view the original article. This article has been indexed from Malware-Traffic-Analysis.net – Blog Entries Read the original article: 2024-06-17 – Google ad –> fake unclaimed funds site…
Improving OT cybersecurity remains a work in progress
Organizations have made progress in the past 12 months related to advancing their OT security posture, but there are still critical areas for improvement as IT and OT network environments continue to converge, according to Fortinet. Cyberattacks that compromise OT…
From passwords to passkeys: Enhancing security and user satisfaction
In this Help Net Security interview, Julianna Lamb, Stytch CTO, discusses the advantages of passwordless authentication. Eliminating passwords reduces data breaches and improves user experience by simplifying the login process. Lamb also addresses the technical challenges and economic implications of…
Most cybersecurity pros took time off due to mental health issues
Cybersecurity and infosecurity professionals say that work-related stress, fatigue, and burnout are making them less productive, including taking extended sick leave – costing US enterprises almost $626 million in lost productivity every year, according to Hack The Box. Cybersecurity has…
eBook: CISO guide to password security
Password security has seen dramatic shifts driven by the escalation of cyber threats and technological advancements. This eBook covers: Best practices for NIST-compliant password security Key benefits of automating password policies It is not just about creating barriers to unauthorized…
Managing Transitive Vulnerabilities
Transitive vulnerabilities are developers’ most hated type of security issue, and for good reason. It’s complicated enough to monitor for and fix direct vulnerabilities throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC). When software is dependent on third-, fourth-, and Nth-party components…
Obtaining Security Budgets You Need (Not Deserve): Ira Winkler’s Cybersecurity Playbook for Executives
The biggest problem in cyber security is that CISOs get the budgets they deserve, not the budgets they need—and they need to learn to deserve what they need. The post Obtaining Security Budgets You Need (Not Deserve): Ira Winkler’s Cybersecurity…
No Excuses, Free Tools to Help Secure Authentication in Ubuntu Linux [Guest Diary], (Thu, Jun 20th)
[This is a Guest Diary by Owen Slubowski, an ISC intern as part of the SANS.edu BACS program] This article has been indexed from SANS Internet Storm Center, InfoCON: green Read the original article: No Excuses, Free Tools to Help…
Working with Community Corporate to reskill refugees through Cisco Networking Academy
Empowering refugees with vital digital skills and meaningful job opportunities through Cisco Networking Academy, Community Corporate in Australia is getting results. This article has been indexed from Cisco Blogs Read the original article: Working with Community Corporate to reskill refugees…
Alleged researchers stole $3 million from Kraken exchange
Alleged researchers have exploited a zero-day in Kraken crypto exchange to steal $3 million worth of cryptocurrency. Kraken Chief Security Officer Nick Percoco revealed that alleged security researchers exploited a zero-day flaw to steal $3 million worth of cryptocurrency. The…
From Pentesting to Remediation with NetSPI
There are a lot of common pitfalls in penetration testing, particularly with the remediation phase. It’s important to move away from static processes to more actionable systems, understanding the gaps […] The post From Pentesting to Remediation with NetSPI appeared…
New Blog Moderation Policy
There has been a lot of toxicity in the comments section of this blog. Recently, we’re having to delete more and more comments. Not just spam and off-topic comments, but also sniping and personal attacks. It’s gotten so bad that…
Breakthrough may clear major hurdle for quantum computers
The potential of quantum computers is currently thwarted by a trade-off problem. Quantum systems that can carry out complex operations are less tolerant to errors and noise, while systems that are more protected against noise are harder and slower to…
Google Chrome 126 update addresses multiple high-severity flaws
Google released Chrome 126 update that addresses a high-severity vulnerability demonstrated at the TyphoonPWN 2024 hacking competition. Google has issued a Chrome 126 security update, addressing six vulnerabilities, including a flaw, tracked as CVE-2024-6100 which was demonstrated during the SSD…