Threat actors use malicious PyPI packages to infiltrate systems and execute various attacks like data exfiltration, ransomware deployment, or system compromise. By masquerading as legitimate Python libraries all these packages can easily bypass security measures. This allows it to infect…
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What’s in your notepad? Infected text editors target Chinese users
Infected versions of the text editors VNote and Notepad‐‐ for Linux and macOS, apparently loading a backdoor, are being distributed through a Chinese search engine. This article has been indexed from Securelist Read the original article: What’s in your notepad?…
Burglars Using Wi-Fi Jammers to Disable Security Cameras
The arms race continues, as burglars are learning how to use jammers to disable Wi-Fi security cameras. This article has been indexed from Schneier on Security Read the original article: Burglars Using Wi-Fi Jammers to Disable Security Cameras
Mirantis enhances Lens Desktop to improve Kubernetes operations
Mirantis announced significant updates to Lens Desktop that makes working with Kubernetes easier by simplifying operations, improving efficiency, and increasing productivity. Lens 2024 Early Access is now available to Lens users. Also, Lens adds a new Enterprise subscription tier, providing…
Enhancing security with IOC detection
Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) serve as signals, hinting at potential security breaches or ongoing cyberattacks. These indicators consolidated in a single database range from IP addresses to file hashes and act as early warning signs, enabling organizations to detect and…
EquiLend Employee Data Breached After January Ransomware Attack
By Waqas Some reports suggest that LockBit ransomware gang is behing the EquiLend data breach. This is a post from HackRead.com Read the original post: EquiLend Employee Data Breached After January Ransomware Attack This article has been indexed from Hackread…
Singapore to begin passportless immigration clearance with QR code
Estimates suggest waiting times at passport control can be reduced by at least 30%. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article: Singapore to begin passportless immigration clearance with QR code
#MIWIC2024: Lauren Zink, Manager of Security, Culture and Awareness at Indeed
Organised by Eskenzi PR in media partnership with the IT Security Guru, the Most Inspiring Women in Cyber Awards aim to shed light on the remarkable women in our industry. The following is a feature on one of 2024’s Top 20 women selected…
Researchers Highlight Google’s Gemini AI Susceptibility to LLM Threats
Google’s Gemini large language model (LLM) is susceptible to security threats that could cause it to divulge system prompts, generate harmful content, and carry out indirect injection attacks. The findings come from HiddenLayer, which said the issues impact consumers using Gemini Advanced…
Join Our Webinar on Protecting Human and Non-Human Identities in SaaS Platforms
Identities are the latest sweet spot for cybercriminals, now heavily targeting SaaS applications that are especially vulnerable in this attack vector. The use of SaaS applications involves a wide range of identities, including human and non-human, such as service accounts,…
Google Restricts Gemini AI Chatbot Election Answers
Search engine giant to restrict election-related queries that users can ask Gemini chatbot, after restriction applied in US, India This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Google Restricts Gemini AI Chatbot Election Answers
Stanford University Hack Exposes Over 27K People’s Data
The Stanford University data breach involved a ransomware attack by the Akira ransomware gang. The breach occurred between May 12, 2023, and September 27, 2023, with the university discovering the attack on September 27, 2023. The compromised information varied but…
Online investment scams: Inside a fake trading platform
Online investment scams are a global, growing, and uniquely pernicious threat. In newly released data, the Federal Trade Commission attributed more than $4.6 billion of US fraud losses in 2023 to investment scams, more than any other fraud category, and…
The Importance of Host-Based Intrusion Detection Systems
What Is a Host-Based Intrusion Detection System (HIDS)? A host-based intrusion detection system, or HIDS , is a network application that monitors suspicious and malicious behavior, both internally and externally. The HIDS’ job is to flag any unusual patterns of…
The 10 Most Common Website Security Attacks (and How to Protect Yourself)
According to the Verizon 2023 Data Breach Investigations Report , Basic Web Application Attacks accounted for nearly one-fourth of the entire breach data set. Although not the most sophisticated threats in the bunch, common web attacks like credential stuffing and…
Information Security Policy
Information is the lifeblood of the business. Without it, employees can’t work, customers can’t interact with the business, bills can’t be paid and profits can’t be earned. Any given technological environment is useless if its main purpose for existence —…
Equipment Reassignment Checklist
The reassignment of existing equipment takes place when employees leave the organization or receive new computers, mobile devices, printers and other assets. It is essential to follow strict guidelines for equipment reassignment so that company investments, data and privacy are…
RisePro stealer targets Github users in “gitgub” campaign
RisePro resurfaces with new string encryption and a bloated MSI installer that crashes reversing tools like IDA. The “gitgub” campaign already sent more than 700 archives of stolen data to Telegram. This article has been indexed from Security Blog G…
Fortinet Patches Critical Vulnerabilities Leading to Code Execution
Fortinet has released patches for critical code execution vulnerabilities in FortiOS, FortiProxy, and FortiClientEMS. The post Fortinet Patches Critical Vulnerabilities Leading to Code Execution appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek RSS Feed Read the original…
Major CPU, Software Vendors Impacted by New GhostRace Attack
CPU makers Intel, AMD, Arm and IBM, as well as software vendors, are impacted by a new speculative race condition (SRC) attack named GhostRace. The post Major CPU, Software Vendors Impacted by New GhostRace Attack appeared first on SecurityWeek. This…