In this episode, we discuss the UK government’s demand for Apple to create a secret backdoor for accessing encrypted iCloud backups under the Investigatory Powers Act and its potential global implications on privacy. We also discuss the first known case…
Category: Security Boulevard
DEF CON 32 – I Am Still The Captain Now!
Authors/Presenters: Paul Brownridge Our sincere appreciation to DEF CON, and the Authors/Presenters for publishing their erudite DEF CON 32 content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Las Vegas Convention Center; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The…
PCI DSS 4: Compliance Guide for SAQ A-EP Merchants to comply with Requirements 6.4.3 and 11.6.1
The post PCI DSS 4: Compliance Guide for SAQ A-EP Merchants to comply with Requirements 6.4.3 and 11.6.1 appeared first on Feroot Security. The post PCI DSS 4: Compliance Guide for SAQ A-EP Merchants to comply with Requirements 6.4.3 and…
Keeping Your Cloud Data Safe: What You Need to Know
Why is Cloud Data Safety a Paramount Concern? With the increasing movement of organizations to the cloud, ensuring data security has become a top priority. It’s a well-known fact that organizations thrive on data. But what if this data falls…
A Deadly Unserious 419?
Over a decade ago, I was more than a little amused at a 419 message of the “I’ve been hired to assassinate you” sub-category to which my friend and colleague Urban Schrott, then at ESET Ireland, drew my attention, so…
DEF CON 32 – Fitness of Physical Red Teamers
Authors/Presenters: Lucas Rooyakkers & Billy Graydon Our sincere appreciation to DEF CON, and the Authors/Presenters for publishing their erudite DEF CON 32 content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Las Vegas Convention Center; and via the organizations YouTube…
The Hidden Cybersecurity Crisis: How GenAI is Fueling the Growth of Unchecked Non-Human Identities
Proper GenAI governance will control and manage the risks associated with NHI growth, bringing equilibrium and balance between security and AI innovation to IT ecosystems. The post The Hidden Cybersecurity Crisis: How GenAI is Fueling the Growth of Unchecked Non-Human…
Law Enforcement Can’t Save You From Romance Scams
Once a conversation starts and a personal connection is established, scammers behind a screen can lure their targets into video call scams utilizing high-quality deepfake technology The post Law Enforcement Can’t Save You From Romance Scams appeared first on Security…
DOGE.gov Debacle: How a Government Website Went to the Dogs and What It Means for Cybersecurity
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) website was left vulnerable to unauthorized edits. This breach exposes critical flaws in government digital infrastructure and highlights the importance of robust security measures, even for seemingly innocuous websites. The post DOGE.gov Debacle: How…
Achieving Independent Control Over Cloud Data
Why is Independent Control Over Cloud Data Necessary? Can organizations truly claim to have complete, independent control over their cloud data? Surprisingly, the answer is often ‘no’. It’s an undeniable fact that the digital transformation wave has changed the game,…
Adaptable Security Measures for Dynamic Clouds
Is Adaptable Security the Future of Cybersecurity in Dynamic Cloud Environments? The need for adaptive and responsive measures in cybersecurity becomes increasingly paramount. Within these shifting terrains, Non-Human Identities (NHIs) are playing a pivotal role. But what exactly is the…
Delinea Extends Scope of Identity Management Platform
Delinea this week updated its platform for managing identities to add a vault for storing managing credentials, analytic tools for tracking user behavior and a framework for automating the management of the lifecycle of an identity from onboarding to offboarding.…
Chinese Cyber-Spies Use Espionage Tools for Ransomware Side Hustle
A Chinese threat actor who targeted an Asian software company used the same toolset for the ransomware attack that was found in multiple cyberespionage incidents, leaving Symantec analysts to believe the hacker was a Chinese spy who used the malicious…
Congress is PISSED at British Backdoor Bid, but Apple Stays Shtum
Just meet me at the ADP: Sen. Ron Wyden and Rep. Andy Biggs got no love for the United Kingdom The post Congress is PISSED at British Backdoor Bid, but Apple Stays Shtum appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article…
Azul Achieves DORA Compliance
In December Azul announced that the integrated risk management practices for its OpenJDK solutions fully support the requirements of the European Union’s Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) provisions. The stability, resilience and integrity of Azul’s solution not only ensure DORA…
Cybersecurity Snapshot: CISA Calls for Stamping Out Buffer Overflow Vulnerabilities, as Europol Tells Banks To Prep For Quantum Threat
Check out best practices for preventing buffer overflow attacks. Plus, Europol offers best practices for banks to adopt quantum-resistant cryptography. Meanwhile, an informal Tenable poll looks at cloud security challenges. And get the latest on ransomware trends and on cybercrime…
Microsoft Security Update Notification in February of High-Risk Vulnerabilities in Multiple Products
Overview On February 12, NSFOCUS CERT detected that Microsoft released a security update patch for February, which fixed 63 security issues involving widely used products such as Windows, Microsoft Office, Azure, Apps, and Microsoft Visual Studio, including high-risk vulnerabilities such…
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS Authentication Bypass Vulnerability (CVE-2025-0108)
Overview Recently, NSFOCUS CERT detected that Palo Alto Networks issued a security announcement and fixed the identity bypass vulnerability in PAN-OS (CVE-2025-0108). Due to the problem of path processing by Nginx/Apache in PAN-OS, unauthenticated attackers can bypass authentication to access…
From Reactive to Predictive: Building Cyber Resilience for 2025
When you’re resilient to something, you don’t just endure; you adapt, recover, and emerge stronger. This idea is what should motivate companies to focus more on cyber resilience. It’s not enough to simply weather the storm of a cyberattack; true…
A New Chapter in Cybersecurity Excellence: Nuspire Becomes PDI Security & Network Solutions
In the rapidly evolving landscape of cybersecurity, transformation isn’t just about adaptation—it’s about strengthening capabilities to better serve and protect organizations worldwide. That’s why we’re excited to announce a transformative milestone: Nuspire’s integration into PDI Security & Network Solutions, set…