DigiCert announced they’ll revoke 83,267 SSL/TLS certificates impacting 6,807 subscribers due to an issue of DNS-based validation. The Certificate Authority organization required the affected customers to reissue their certificates within 24 hours. Then set the deadline for August 3rd, to…
Category: Heimdal Security Blog
The Most Common DNS Security Risks in 2024 (And How to Mitigate Them)
DNS security risks are everywhere, and the stats show it too. A 2021 IDC survey of over 1,100 organizations across North America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific revealed that 87% had encountered DNS attacks. The average cost per attack was…
8 Benefits of Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) You Should Know [2024]
Did you know, the average employee today uses 2.5 devices to carry out their work? Across businesses, this can add up to hundreds or even thousands of bits of kit. One 2021 study in the UK found two-thirds of large…
ServiceNow RCE Flaws Actively Exploited by Threat Actors to Steal Credentials
Threat actors are exploiting publicly known exploits to chain together ServiceNow flaws in order to infiltrate government organizations and commercial companies in data theft campaigns. Security researchers monitored the malicious activity and identified multiple victims, including government agencies, data centres,…
[2024] 10 Qualys Alternatives That Should Be on Your Shortlist
Qualys is one of the leading vulnerability, patch, and compliance management providers. While Qualys has long been a leader in cloud-based cybersecurity (it launched in 1999), it’s not suitable for everyone. It can be expensive, its scanning process can be…
Russia-Linked Brute-Force Campaign Targets EU via Microsoft Infrastructure
Summary The European Union is experiencing a surge in brute-force cyberattacks on corporate and institutional networks, mostly originating from Russia, according to a Heimdal investigation. These attackers exploit Microsoft infrastructure, particularly in Belgium and the Netherlands, to avoid detection. Heimdal’s…
Heimdal Integrates with Autotask PSA to Elevate MSP Operations and Drive Market Expansion
LONDON, July 23, 2024 – Heimdal proudly announces its integration with Autotask PSA, a renowned Professional Services Automation tool developed by Datto, a Kaseya company. This new integration is poised to significantly enhance support ticket creation and management, driving productivity…
Major Outages Worldwide Caused by CrowdStrike Update
Many machines all around the world are at a halt. A faulty component in the latest CrowdStrike Falcon update is crashing Windows systems. The mass outage causes worldwide chaos, with major banks, healthcare companies, media outlets, logistic companies, and even…
Best DNS Software in 2024
Choosing the right DNS software can make a significant difference in your network’s speed, security, and reliability. With a variety of options available, finding the best DNS software for your needs in 2024 can be challenging. This guide will help…
The Complete Guide to Zero Trust Implementation
If you pay any attention to the world of cybersecurity, there’s a good chance you’ve heard the term ‘zero trust’ at some point over the last few years. In fact, the term is so ubiquitous that it’s often difficult to…
AT&T Data Breach Compromises 109 million Customers’s Information
Hackers got access to phone call and text message records belonging to roughly 109 million people in the AT&T data breach. The breaching of AT&T’s online database hosted in a Snowflake account happened in April 2024. What information did the…
Hackers Only Need 22 Minutes Since Disclosure to Exploit a PoC
Security researchers observed hackers exploiting a vulnerability only 22 minutes after releasing proof of concept (PoC). It is the case of CVE-2024-27198, an authentication bypass flaw in JetBrains TeamCity. The CVE has a 9.8 CVSS score, which is critical. Hackers…
Automated Incident Response: What You Need to Know
If you’re responsible for an organization’s cybersecurity, then the appeal of automated incident response is obvious. Any technology that speeds up breach response time, reduces your workload, and prevents attacks is going to tick a lot of boxes. The concept…
Hackers Only Need 22 Minutes after Disclosure to Exploit a PoC
Security researchers observed hackers exploiting a vulnerability only 22 minutes after releasing proof of concept (PoC). It is the case of CVE-2024-27198, an authentication bypass flaw in JetBrains TeamCity. The CVE has a 9.8 CVSS score, which is critical. Hackers…
New Heimdal-HaloPSA Integration Boosts Efficiency for Managed Service Providers
LONDON, July 11, 2024 – Heimdal is pleased to announce its integration with HaloPSA, a premier helpdesk ticketing system designed for Managed Service Providers (MSPs). This integration allows Heimdal customers and partners using HaloPSA to automate and customize ticket management,…
Over 16,400 Private and State-Owned Businesses Exposed to RegreSSHion Vulnerability
Over 16,400 global organizations are at risk due to a critical security flaw that could lead to the remote compromise of systems, an investigation by Heimdal has found. Tracked as CVE-2024-6387 and known as RegreSSHion, this vulnerability carries a CVSS…
Hackers Use the BlastRADIUS Flaw for Man-in-the-Middle Attacks
Researchers warn that BlastRADIUS, a flaw in the RADIUS network authentication protocol helps hackers conduct Man-in-the-middle (MitM) attacks. RADIUS is short for Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service. It is a client/server protocol for authenticating users and devices. Various networked devices…
Best Zero Trust Solutions in 2024
Looking for the best zero trust solutions in 2024? We’ve got your back. In this article, we’ll discuss the best options available to help you make an informed decision. Here’s a quick glance for you: Heimdal XDR: Best platform. Enhances…
National Security Agency Data Leak Exposes 1.4 GB of Data
Hackers claim seizing 1.4 GB of data belonging to National Security Agency (NSA) after third-party contractor data breach. The announcement appeared on a dark forum, according to the Cyber Press journalists, who swiftly notified the US gov and NSA officials…
What Is a Cybersecurity Platform?
For decades, the way cybersecurity professionals used tools to protect their networks remained largely the same: they relied on point solutions. Whether for patch management, network security, threat hunting, or anything else, specialized tools were purchased from vendors to deal…