A list of topics we covered in the week of May 20 to May 26 of 2024 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (May 20 – May 26)
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Files with TXZ extension used as malspam attachments, (Mon, May 27th)
Malicious e-mail attachments come in all shapes and sizes. In general, however, threat actors usually either send out files, which themselves carry a malicious payload – such as different scripts, Office documents or PDFs – or they send out “containersâ€,…
Google Patches Chrome Zero-Day: Type Confusion in V8 JavaScript
Google has released a patch for a zero-day exploit in its Chrome browser. The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-5274, involves a confusion issue in the V8 JavaScript engine, which could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems. CVE-2024-5274 –…
Human error still perceived as the Achilles’ heel of cybersecurity
While fears of cyber attacks continue to rise, CISOs demonstrate increasing confidence in their ability to defend against these threats, reflecting a significant shift in the cybersecurity landscape, according to Proofpoint. CISOs’ confidence is growing despite fear of cyber attacks…
Chronon: Open-source data platform for AI/ML applications
Chronon is an open-source, end-to-end feature platform designed for machine learning (ML) teams to build, deploy, manage, and monitor data pipelines for machine learning. Chronon enables you to harness all the data within your organization, including batch tables, event streams,…
Digital ID adoption: Implementation and security concerns
As digital transformation accelerates, understanding how businesses are preparing for and implementing digital ID technologies is crucial for staying ahead in security and efficiency, according to Regula. The role of digital identity in efficiency and services security Digital identity is…
Hackers Created Rogue VMs in Recent MITRE’s Cyber Attack
State-sponsored hackers recently exploited vulnerabilities in MITRE’s Networked Experimentation, Research, and Virtualization Environment (NERVE). They used rogue virtual machines (VMs) to evade detection and maintain persistence in a cyberattack. The attack, attributed to a China-linked group tracked as UNC5221, underscores…
Bayer and 12 other major drug companies caught up in Cencora data loss
PLUS: US water systems fail at cyber security More than a dozen big pharmaceutical suppliers have begun notifying individuals that their data was stolen when US drug wholesaler Cencora was breached in February.… This article has been indexed from The…
Ransomware operators shift tactics as law enforcement disruptions increase
Ransomware remains one of the most pressing cybersecurity threats in 2024, with attackers continually evolving their methods to maximize impact and evade detection. In this Help Net Security round-up, we present excerpts from previously recorded videos featuring cybersecurity experts discussing…
Becoming Resilient to The Cyber Incidents of Today And Tomorrow
By Theresa Le, Chief Claims Officer, Cowbell As cyber threats escalate and evolve worldwide, businesses must ensure their foundations are solid to withstand potential cyber incidents. Developing organizational resilience involves […] The post Becoming Resilient to The Cyber Incidents of…
Shut the back door: Understanding prompt injection and minimizing risk
The bottom line on prompt injection: Take it seriously and minimize the risk, but don’t let it hold you back. This article has been indexed from Security News | VentureBeat Read the original article: Shut the back door: Understanding prompt…
Anatomy Of an Endpoint Attack: How A Cyberattack Can Compromise an Enterprise Network
By Guillermo Gomez, Vice President of Endpoint Product, WatchGuard Technologies For truly effective network security posture, it’s crucial to protect all of your company’s devices as cyber adversaries can turn […] The post Anatomy Of an Endpoint Attack: How A…
CERT-UA warns of malware campaign conducted by threat actor UAC-0006
The Ukraine CERT-UA warns of a concerning increase in cyberattacks attributed to the financially-motivated threat actor UAC-0006. The Computer Emergency Response Team of Ukraine (CERT-UA) warned of surge in in cyberattacks linked to the financially-motivated threat actor UAC-0006. UAC-0006 has…
4 Reasons Why SaaS Security Must Change | Grip
Explore four pivotal changes in SaaS and learn why a more modern approach to SaaS security is needed to protect your company against today’s identity risks. The post 4 Reasons Why SaaS Security Must Change | Grip appeared first on…
OpenSSL Is Hiring
OpenSSL is hiring for a mid level engineer to join our team We are seeking a Software Engineer to join our team. As a Software Engineer at OpenSSL, you will play a vital role in sustaining and evolving the core…
USENIX Security ’23 – ARGUS: Context-Based Detection of Stealthy IoT Infiltration Attacks
Authors/Presenters:Phillip Rieger, Marco Chilese, Reham Mohamed, Markus Miettinen, Hossein Fereidooni, Ahmad-Reza Sadeghi Many thanks to USENIX for publishing their outstanding USENIX Security ’23 Presenter’s content, and the organizations strong commitment to Open Access. Originating from the conference’s events situated at…
Don’t Be a Victim: How to Avoid Digital House Arrest
Criminals are using a new “Digital House Arrest” method to target individuals. Scammers contact victims and compel them to stay home by pretending to be law enforcement officials such as police officers, Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) agents, or customs…
Google Issues Emergency Update for New Chrome Vulnerability
Google has announced an urgent security update for its Chrome browser to fix a newly discovered vulnerability that is actively being exploited. This recent flaw, identified as CVE-2024-5274, is the eighth zero-day vulnerability that Google has patched in Chrome…
Truecaller Introduces AI Voice Feature for Personalized Call Responses
The Caller ID company Truecaller will now allow users to create an AI version of their voice to answer calls. Truecaller, known for identifying and blocking spam calls, is introducing a new feature for users with access to its…
Invest in Future-Proofing Your Cybersecurity AI Plan
With the ongoing barrage of new attacks and emerging dangers, one might argue that every day is an exciting day in the security operations centre (SOC). However, today’s SOC teams are experiencing one of the most compelling and transformative…