Android droppers have evolved from niche installers for heavyweight banking Trojans into universal delivery frameworks, capable of deploying even rudimentary spyware or SMS stealers. Initially, droppers served banking malware families that required elevated Accessibility permissions to harvest credentials. These small…
Malware-ridden apps made it into Google’s Play Store, scored 19 million downloads
Everything’s fine, the ad slinger assures us Cloud security vendor Zscaler says customers of Google’s Play Store have downloaded more than 19 million instances of malware-laden apps that evaded the web giant’s security scans.… This article has been indexed from…
FTC Calls on Tech Firms to Resist Foreign Anti-Encryption Demands
Tech giants have received a letter from the FTC urging them not to weaken security and privacy at the request of foreign governments. The post FTC Calls on Tech Firms to Resist Foreign Anti-Encryption Demands appeared first on SecurityWeek. This…
Organizations Warned of Exploited Git Vulnerability
CISA urges federal agencies to immediately patch an exploited arbitrary file write vulnerability in Git that leads to remote code execution. The post Organizations Warned of Exploited Git Vulnerability appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek…
5 Key Reasons Why Enterprise Readiness is Essential in Physical Security
Discover why enterprise readiness is crucial for physical security. Learn about device availability, cybersecurity, compliance, cost-efficiency, and future planning. The post 5 Key Reasons Why Enterprise Readiness is Essential in Physical Security appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has…
The Enterprise Risk of OAuth Device Flow Vulnerabilities – And How SSOJet Solves It
SSOJet delivers far more than “just SSO”: we give your team the visibility, control, and security intelligence needed to defeat device flow phishing and build a future-proof identity management framework. The post The Enterprise Risk of OAuth Device Flow Vulnerabilities…
Hackers Actively Scanning to Exploit Microsoft Remote Desktop Protocol Services From 30,000+ IPs
A massive coordinated scanning campaign targeting Microsoft Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) services, with threat actors deploying over 30,000 unique IP addresses to probe for vulnerabilities in Microsoft RD Web Access and RDP Web Client authentication portals. The campaign represents one…
CISA Warns of Citrix RCE and Privilege Escalation Vulnerabilities Exploited in Attacks
CISA has issued a critical alert regarding three newly identified vulnerabilities being actively exploited by threat actors. On August 25, 2025, CISA added these high-risk Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog, signaling immediate concern…
Chinese UNC6384 Hackers Leverages Valid Code Signing Certificates to Evade Detection
A stealthy espionage campaign emerged in early 2025 targeting diplomats and government entities in Southeast Asia and beyond. At the heart of this operation lies STATICPLUGIN, a downloader meticulously disguised as a legitimate Adobe plugin update. Victims encountered a captive…
Farmers Insurance also hit by Salesforce breach, UpCrypter phishing campaign, Pakistan hits Indian government agencies
If Salesforce flutters its wings in San Francisco… How is this still tricking people? From tagging to bagging Huge thanks to our sponsor, Prophet Security Security teams are drowning in alerts – many companies generate upwards of 1000 or more…
The Role of AI Pentesting in Securing LLM Applications
The rapid adoption of Large Language Models (LLMs) has reshaped the digital ecosystem, powering everything from customer service chatbots to advanced data analysis systems. But with this growth comes a wave of new security challenges. Traditional application vulnerabilities still exist,…
CISA Adds Three Exploited Vulnerabilities to KEV Catalog Affecting Citrix and Git
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) on Monday added three security flaws impacting Citrix Session Recording and Git to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, based on evidence of active exploitation. The list of vulnerabilities is as follows…
Google to Verify All Android Developers in 4 Countries to Block Malicious Apps
Google has announced plans to begin verifying the identity of all developers who distribute apps on Android, even for those who distribute their software outside the Play Store. “Android will require all apps to be registered by verified developers in…
French Retailer Auchan Hit by Cyberattack, Customer Data Compromised
French retail giant Auchan announced on August 21 that it fell victim to a cyberattack that resulted in the theft of loyalty account information belonging to several hundred thousand customers. The company revealed in an official statement that attackers accessed personal data such as…
Protecting farms from hackers: A Q&A with John Deere’s Deputy CISO
Agriculture is a connected, software-driven industry where cybersecurity is just as essential as tractors and harvesters. From embedded hardware in smart fleets to defending against advanced persistent threats, protecting the agricultural supply chain requires a layered, collaborative approach. In this…
Hackers Scan Over 1,000 IPs to Target Microsoft Remote Desktop Web Access
A sophisticated scanning campaign has escalated dramatically, with threat intelligence firm GreyNoise detecting over 30,000 unique IP addresses simultaneously probing Microsoft Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) services on August 24, 2024. This represents a significant expansion from an initial wave of nearly 2,000…
LLMs at the edge: Rethinking how IoT devices talk and act
Anyone who has set up a smart home knows the routine: one app to dim the lights, another to adjust the thermostat, and a voice assistant that only understands exact phrasing. These systems call themselves smart, but in practice they…
The energy sector has no time to wait for the next cyberattack
The energy sector remains a major target for cybercriminals. Beyond disrupting daily routines, a power outage can undermine economic stability and public safety. Rising demand for electricity, fueled by technology and digital growth, only adds to the sector’s vulnerability. A…
CISA Issues Alert on Citrix Flaws Actively Exploited by Hackers
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an urgent security alert after adding three critical vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog on August 25, 2025. The alert highlights active exploitation of two serious Citrix Session Recording…
Palo Alto Networks Named a Leader in WW Incident Response Services
IDC recognizes the ability of Palo Alto Networks to integrate threat intelligence, technology and rapid response to deliver cyber resilience at a global scale. The post Palo Alto Networks Named a Leader in WW Incident Response Services appeared first on…
How to build a secure AI culture without shutting people down
In this Help Net Security video, Michael Burch, Director of Application Security at Security Journey, explains how organizations can build a secure AI culture. He highlights the risks of banning AI outright, the dangers of shadow AI, and practical steps…
Cybersecurity jobs available right now: August 26, 2025
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ISC Stormcast For Tuesday, August 26th, 2025 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/9586, (Tue, Aug 26th)
This post doesn’t have text content, please click on the link below to view the original article. This article has been indexed from SANS Internet Storm Center, InfoCON: green Read the original article: ISC Stormcast For Tuesday, August 26th, 2025…
11 secret Fire TV remote shortcuts I use to unlock hidden features and menus
Try these special button combos on your Fire TV remote to quickly change your picture mode, zoom in, and more. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: 11 secret Fire TV remote shortcuts I use…