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Email Security Flaw Found in the Wild

Google’s Threat Analysis Group announced a zero-day against the Zimbra Collaboration email server that has been used against governments around the world. TAG has observed four different groups exploiting the same bug to steal email data, user credentials, and authentication…

Sumo Logic Completes Investigation Into Recent Security Breach

Sumo Logic has completed its investigation into the recent security breach and found no evidence of impact to customer data. The post Sumo Logic Completes Investigation Into Recent Security Breach appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from…

Insider Q&A: Pentagon AI Chief on Network-Centric Warfare, Generative AI Challenges

Interview with Craig Martell, Chief Digital and AI Officer (CDAO) for the U.S. Department of Defense, about AI use in the military. The post Insider Q&A: Pentagon AI Chief on Network-Centric Warfare, Generative AI Challenges appeared first on SecurityWeek. This…

Sumsub Global Database Verification eliminates document-based processes

Sumsub announces the latest advancements to its Global Database Verification solution, designed for businesses seeking reliable, efficient, and cost-effective user verification. Global Database Verification caters to a wide range of both regulated and non-regulated industries and businesses looking to ensure…

How Can I Manage Certificates From Multiple Public CAs?

Should you purchase all your digital certificates from one Certificate Authority (CA) or get them from different ones? Let’s explore the pros and cons of using multiple CAs and how a robust, CA-agnostic Certificate Lifecycle Management (CLM) platform allows you…

Apache ActiveMQ bug exploited to deliver Kinsing malware

Attackers are exploiting a recently fixed vulnerability (CVE-2023-46604) in Apache ActiveMQ to install Kinsing malware and cryptocurrency miners on targeted Linux systems. CVE-2023-46604 exploitation Apache ActiveMQ is a popular Java-based open source message broker that allows communication between applications and…

How do cybercriminals steal credit card information?

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Experts warn of a surge in NetSupport RAT attacks against education and government sectors

Experts warn of a surge in NetSupport RAT attacks against education, government, and business services sectors. The Carbon Black Managed Detection & Response team is warning of a surge in the number of new infections related to NetSupport RAT in…

The shifting sands of the war against cyber extortion

Ransomware and cyber extortion attacks aimed at organizations are not letting up. Occasionally, they even come in pairs. The often large and sometimes massive ransomware recovery costs companies incur when they decide not to meet the demands deter many other…

How Multi-Stage Phishing Attacks Exploit QRs, CAPTCHAs, and Steganography

Phishing attacks are steadily becoming more sophisticated, with cybercriminals investing in new ways of deceiving victims into revealing sensitive information or installing malicious software. One of the latest trends in phishing is the use of QR codes, CAPTCHAs, and steganography.…

KashFlow SPF and DKIM configuration: Step By Step Guideline

This instructional article will demonstrate the KashFlow configuration … The post KashFlow SPF and DKIM configuration: Step By Step Guideline appeared first on EasyDMARC. The post KashFlow SPF and DKIM configuration: Step By Step Guideline appeared first on Security Boulevard.…

Kreativmedia SPF and DKIM configuration: Step By Step Guideline

This instructional article will demonstrate the Kreativmedia configuration … The post Kreativmedia SPF and DKIM configuration: Step By Step Guideline appeared first on EasyDMARC. The post Kreativmedia SPF and DKIM configuration: Step By Step Guideline appeared first on Security Boulevard.…

Social engineering attacks lure Indian users to install Android banking trojans

Microsoft has observed ongoing activity from mobile banking trojan campaigns targeting users in India with social media messages and malicious applications designed to impersonate legitimate organizations and steal users’ information for financial fraud scams. The post Social engineering attacks lure…

Kinsing Hackers Exploit Apache ActiveMQ Vulnerability to Deploy Linux Rootkits

The Kinsing threat actors are actively exploiting a critical security flaw in vulnerable Apache ActiveMQ servers to infect Linux systems with cryptocurrency miners and rootkits. “Once Kinsing infects a system, it deploys a cryptocurrency mining script that exploits the host’s resources to…

Hackers Exploit Asset Management Program to Deploy Malware

The Andariel group has been identified in recent reports as distributing malware through asset management programs. This group has been previously discovered to be in a relationship with the Lazarus group. The Andariel group is known to launch supply chain,…

Crimeware and financial cyberthreats in 2024

Kaspersky assesses last year’s predictions for the financial threat landscape, and tries to anticipate crimeware trends for the coming year 2024. This article has been indexed from Securelist Read the original article: Crimeware and financial cyberthreats in 2024

FCC Implemented New Rules to Stop SIM Swapping Attacks

In a pivotal decision on November 15, 2023, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) orchestrated a formidable defensive strategy against insidious scams targeting consumers’ cell phone accounts.  This comprehensive report delves into the intricacies of the newly adopted rules, designed to…

SMB Protocol Explained: Understanding its Security Risks and Best Practices

Server Message Block (SMB) protocol is a communication protocol that allows users to communicate with remote servers and computers, which they can open, share, edit files, and even share and utilize resources. With the expansion of telecommunications, this protocol has…

AI-Enabled Information Manipulation Poses Threat to EU Elections: ENISA Report

Amid growing concerns about the integrity of upcoming European elections in 2024, the 11th edition of the Threat Landscape report by the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) , released on October 19, 2023, reveals alarming findings about the rising…

In What ways do CVSS v3 and CVSS v4 differ?

Specialists utilize the Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) as a critical foundation for assessing and ranking cybersecurity vulnerabilities. When it comes to the methodology used to determine the severity of vulnerabilities, version 4 is a significant advancement over version 3.…

FCC Implemented new Rules to Stop SIM swapping Attacks

In a pivotal decision on November 15, 2023, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) orchestrated a formidable defensive strategy against insidious scams targeting consumers’ cell phone accounts.  This comprehensive report delves into the intricacies of the newly adopted rules, designed to…

The Top 5 Reasons to Use an API Management Platform

Organizations need to govern and control the API ecosystem, this governance is the role of API management. Uber uses APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) to connect with third-party services such as Google Maps and Twilio, which helps to improve the user…

Malicious Apps Disguised as Banks and Government Agencies Targeting Indian Android Users

Android smartphone users in India are the target of a new malware campaign that employs social engineering lures to install fraudulent apps that are capable of harvesting sensitive data. “Using social media platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram, attackers are sending…

Why XDR Is A Must In Securing Cloud And Hybrid Environments

Global cloud adoption continues to grow as more organizations experience the benefits of cloud solutions. A Research and… The post Why XDR Is A Must In Securing Cloud And Hybrid Environments appeared first on Hackers Online Club (HOC). This article…

Mustang Panda Hackers Targets Philippines Government Amid South China Sea Tensions

The China-linked Mustang Panda actor has been linked to a cyber attack targeting a Philippines government entity amid rising tensions between the two countries over the disputed South China Sea. Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 attributed the adversarial collective to three campaigns…

PolarDNS: Open-source DNS server tailored for security evaluations

PolarDNS is a specialized authoritative DNS server that allows the operator to produce custom DNS responses suitable for DNS protocol testing purposes. What can you do with PolarDNS? PolarDNS can be used for testing of: DNS resolvers (server-side) DNS clients…

Rhysida Ransomware demands 20 BTC from British Library

Last month, the British Library Computer Network fell victim to a ransomware attack, purportedly carried out by the Rhysida Ransomware, a newly identified malware variant. The perpetrators are now demanding a ransom of 20 bitcoins to decrypt the compromised database…

Segmentation proves crucial for fast response to security incidents

In this Help Net Security video, Steve Winterfeld, Advisory CISO at Akamai, discusses the recent surge of ransomware attacks in the U.S. and how it relates to microsegmentation. Recovery after a security breach happens 11 hours faster with segmentation. For…

The hidden obstacles to integrating AI into your business

A mere 14% of organizations globally are fully prepared to deploy and leverage AI-powered technologies, according to Cisco. The report highlights companies’ preparedness to utilize and deploy AI, showcasing critical gaps across key business pillars and infrastructures that pose serious…

Organizations’ serious commitment to software risk management pays off

There has been a significant decrease in vulnerabilities found in target applications – from 97% in 2020 to 83% in 2022 – an encouraging sign that code reviews, automated testing and continuous integration are helping to reduce common programming errors,…

Blockchain Breakthroughs: Transforming Industries

Blockchain technology is like a revolutionary wave that has been sweeping across the digital world over the past few years. It has provided numerous benefits… The post Blockchain Breakthroughs: Transforming Industries appeared first on Security Zap. This article has been…

Kaspersky’s Advanced Persistent Threats Predictions for 2024

New botnets, more AI in spearphishing and increases in hack-for-hire business are some of Kaspersky’s security predictions. Get extensive APT mitigation tips, too. This article has been indexed from Security | TechRepublic Read the original article: Kaspersky’s Advanced Persistent Threats…

What Healthcare Cybersecurity Leaders Should Know About the FDA’s Section 524B Guidelines

New cybersecurity regulations from the FDA outline specific steps that medical device companies must take in order to get their devices approved for market. This article has been indexed from Dark Reading Read the original article: What Healthcare Cybersecurity Leaders…

Scattered Spider ransomware gang falls under government agency scrutiny

Ransomware group Scattered Spider aka Octo Tempest are masters at social engineering tactics like SIM swapping. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Scattered Spider ransomware gang falls under government agency scrutiny

CyberTalk Series: MSP and MSSP Cybersecurity Compliance Challenges in 2023 and Goals for 2024 with Kimberly Simon

Our industry is way more complex than meets the eye. MSPs and MSSPs are not just managing their clients’ cybersecurity programs, The post CyberTalk Series: MSP and MSSP Cybersecurity Compliance Challenges in 2023 and Goals for 2024 with Kimberly Simon…

DEF CON 31 – Panel: ‘Hack the Future – Why Congress & White House Support AI Red Teaming’

Many thanks to DEF CON 31 for publishing their terrific DefCon Conference 31 presenters content. Originating from the conference events at Caesars Forum, Flamingo, Harrah’s and Linq in Las Vegas, Nevada; via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The post DEF…

Malware Uses Trigonometry to Track Mouse Strokes

The latest LummaC2 infostealer version includes a novel anti-sandbox trick to avoid detonating when no human mouse movements are detected. This article has been indexed from Dark Reading Read the original article: Malware Uses Trigonometry to Track Mouse Strokes

Lasso Security Emerges From Stealth With $6M Seed Funding for Gen AI and Advanced LLM Cybersecurity

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Canadian government impacted by data breaches of two of its contractors

The Canadian government discloses a data breach after threat actors hacked two of its contractors.  The Canadian government declared that two of its contractors,Brookfield Global Relocation Services (BGRS) and SIRVA Worldwide Relocation & Moving Services, have been hacked, resulting in…

Protecting Kids on Social Media Act: Amended and Still Problematic

< div class=”field field–name-body field–type-text-with-summary field–label-hidden”> < div class=”field__items”> < div class=”field__item even”> Senators who believe that children and teens must be shielded from social media have updated the problematic Protecting Kids on Social Media Act, though it remains an…

Amid Military Buildup, China Deploys Mustang Panda in the Philippines

China pairs cyber and kinetic attacks in the South Pacific as it continues to wrangle control of the South China Sea. This article has been indexed from Dark Reading Read the original article: Amid Military Buildup, China Deploys Mustang Panda…

Facebook Breaks Up Its Ethical AI Watchdog Group

The post Facebook Breaks Up Its Ethical AI Watchdog Group appeared first on Facecrooks. In recent years, Facebook has increasingly relied on artificial intelligence to handle everything from suggesting friends to detecting scams. However, while the social media giant is…

Cisco Live is the time to jump into the future. Together.

Cisco Live Melbourne is right around the corner. I couldn’t be more excited to spend time with Cisco customers and partners at this energizing event December 5-8, 2023. This article has been indexed from Cisco Blogs Read the original article: Cisco…

MOVEit victim count latest: 2.6K+ orgs hit, 77M+ people’s data stolen

Real-life impact of buggy software laid bare – plus: Avast tries to profit from being caught up in attacks Quick show of hands: whose data hasn’t been stolen in the mass exploitation of Progress Software’s vulnerable MOVEit file transfer application?…

CISA Launches Pilot Program to Address Critical Infrastructure Threats

CISA expects to extend this program to include up to 100 critical infrastructure entities in its first year. This article has been indexed from Dark Reading Read the original article: CISA Launches Pilot Program to Address Critical Infrastructure Threats

Thousands of new honeypots deployed across Israel to catch hackers

On October 7, Hamas launched an unprecedented terrorist attack on Israel, killing more than 1,200 people with hundreds taken hostage. The attack prompted a deadly response from the Israel Defense Forces, which has reportedly left more than 10,000 people dead…

Cisco Transportation at Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC) 2023

Cisco recently attended Smart City Expo World Congress in Barcelona, Spain where 25,000 attendees from 800 cities came together with a common purpose to moving cities towards a better future. Cisco’s belief that that technology holds the promise of transforming…

Automating your way out of an AppSec staffing shortage

If you’re like most companies, you might be struggling to hire and retain skilled application security staff. According to a 2023 study by the Information Systems Security Association (ISSA), 71% of companies feel they are negatively impacted by a shortage…

2024: The Year Microsoft’s AI-Driven Zero Trust Vision Delivers

Microsoft’s vision for zero trust security is galvanized around generative AI and reflects how identity and network access must constantly improve to counter complex cyberattacks. This article has been indexed from Security News | VentureBeat Read the original article: 2024:…

Data stolen on Canadian federal employees in third party hack may go back 24 years

Data involves military, RCMP and public servants moved to new posts held by two relocatio This article has been indexed from IT World Canada Read the original article: Data stolen on Canadian federal employees in third party hack may go…

Rhysida ransomware gang is auctioning data stolen from the British Library

The Rhysida ransomware group claimed responsibility for the recent cyberattack on the British Library that has caused a major IT outage. The Rhysida ransomware gang added the British Library to the list of victims on its Tor leak site. The…

LummaC2 v4.0 Malware Stealing Data with Trigonometry to Detect Human Users

By Deeba Ahmed LummaC2 is back as LummaC2 v4.0. This is a post from HackRead.com Read the original post: LummaC2 v4.0 Malware Stealing Data with Trigonometry to Detect Human Users This article has been indexed from Hackread – Latest Cybersecurity…

Hacker Leaks Vaccination Records of Over 2 Million Turkish Citizens

By Waqas The database was leaked in September 2023; however, it is still accessible to individuals with forum access. This is a post from HackRead.com Read the original post: Hacker Leaks Vaccination Records of Over 2 Million Turkish Citizens This…

Cybersecurity Insurance and Data Analysis Working Group Re-Envisioned to Help Drive Down Cyber Risk

This post doesn’t have text content, please click on the link below to view the original article. This article has been indexed from CISA Blog Read the original article: Cybersecurity Insurance and Data Analysis Working Group Re-Envisioned to Help Drive…

‘Not consistently candid’: The cryptic phrase that ended Sam Altman’s tenure at OpenAI

‘Not Consistently Candid’: Decoding the cryptic phrase that led to Sam Altman’s OpenAI exit and its implications on AI startup leadership and OpenAI’s future direction. This article has been indexed from Security News | VentureBeat Read the original article: ‘Not…

Celebrating ten years of the Microsoft Bug Bounty program and more than $60M awarded

This year marks the tenth anniversary of the Microsoft Bug Bounty Program, an essential part of our proactive strategy to protect customers from security threats. Since its inception in 2013, Microsoft has awarded more than $60 million to thousands of…

Secretive White House Surveillance Program Gives Cops Access to Trillions of US Phone Records

A WIRED analysis of leaked police documents verifies that a secretive government program is allowing federal, state, and local law enforcement to access phone records of Americans who are not suspected of a crime. This article has been indexed from…

Saudi Arabia Arms Public Sector With Google Cloud Services

Chronicle CyberShield will be offered as a managed service with security monitoring and Mandiant incident response included. This article has been indexed from Dark Reading Read the original article: Saudi Arabia Arms Public Sector With Google Cloud Services

Ukraine fires top cybersecurity officials

The Ukrainian government has fired two of its most senior cybersecurity officials following accusations of alleged embezzlement. Yurii Shchyhol, head of Ukraine’s Ukraine’s State Special Communications Service of Ukraine, or SSSCIP, and his deputy Victor Zhora (pictured), who served as…

Hybrid Work for Government: Resiliency in Emergency Situations

Learn about the importance of maintaining operational resilience and the need for adaptable technology in emergency situations. This article has been indexed from Cisco Blogs Read the original article: Hybrid Work for Government: Resiliency in Emergency Situations

Former infosec COO pleads guilty to attacking hospitals to drum up business

Admits to taking phones used for ‘code blue’ emergencies offline and more An Atlanta tech company’s former COO has pleaded guilty to a 2018 incident in which he deliberately launched online attacks on two hospitals, later citing the incidents in…

Microsoft Announces Launch of Customizable AI-Powered Digital Avatar

Microsoft has recently announced the launch of its text-to-speech avatars on its Azure AI platform, which will enable businesses to design customized digital humans driven by natural language AI. With the new avatars, word input may be used to initiate…

Stay safe while shopping online on Black Friday and Cyber Monday

The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the excitement of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. These annual shopping extravaganzas have transitioned from in-store chaos to virtual shopping sprees, offering consumers incredible deals from the comfort of their…

15 benefits of outsourcing your cybersecurity operations

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What to do if the phone is hacked or becomes espionage target

When you discover that your device has been compromised, it’s important not to panic. Such incidents can happen to anyone, and taking swift action within a couple of hours can help mitigate potential risks to your personal information. The first…

Details Emerge Of Surprise Board Coup That Ousted CEO Sam Altman At OpenAI

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Most OpenAI Staff Threaten To Quit After Microsoft Hires Sam Altman

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DEF CON 31 Packet Hacking Village – Pete Hay’s ‘The Importance Of Arts And Crafts In ThreatOps’

Many thanks to DEF CON 31 for publishing their terrific DefCon Conference 31 presenters content. Originating from the conference events at Caesars Forum, Flamingo, Harrah’s and Linq in Las Vegas, Nevada; via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The post DEF…

Google Workspace Vulnerabilities Risk Security Breaches – Warn Researchers

Researchers have found numerous security vulnerabilities in Google Workspace that risk breaches. While the vulnerabilities… Google Workspace Vulnerabilities Risk Security Breaches – Warn Researchers on Latest Hacking News | Cyber Security News, Hacking Tools and Penetration Testing Courses. This article…

CISA Releases Cybersecurity Guidance for Healthcare, Public Health Organizations

New CISA guidance details cyber threats and risks to healthcare and public health organizations and recommends mitigations. The post CISA Releases Cybersecurity Guidance for Healthcare, Public Health Organizations appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek RSS…

FCC’s Got New Rules for SIM-Swap and Port-Out Fraud

Too many times: Federal Communications Commission shuts stable door after horse bolted. But chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel (pictured) was hoping it would save us. The post FCC’s Got New Rules for SIM-Swap and Port-Out Fraud appeared first on Security Boulevard. This…

CISA to Provide Cybersecurity Services to Critical Infrastructure Entities

The federal government’s top cybersecurity agency wants to become the managed services provider for commercial critical infrastructure entities, which have become an increasing target of cybercriminals. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is piloting a program that will enable…

NetSupport RAT Infections on the Rise – Targeting Government and Business Sectors

Threat actors are targeting the education, government and business services sectors with a remote access trojan called NetSupport RAT. “The delivery mechanisms for the NetSupport RAT encompass fraudulent updates, drive-by downloads, utilization of malware loaders (such as GHOSTPULSE), and various forms of…

READYgg Onboards 15 Million Web2 Players into Web3 in Partnership with Aptos Labs

By Owais Sultan Millions of players will enter web3 gaming thanks to a new partnership between READYgg and Aptos Labs realized… This is a post from HackRead.com Read the original post: READYgg Onboards 15 Million Web2 Players into Web3 in…

Operationalize cyber risk quantification for smart security

Organizations constantly face new tactics from cyber criminals who aim to compromise their most valuable assets. Yet despite evolving techniques, many security leaders still rely on subjective terms, such as low, medium and high, to communicate and manage cyber risk.…