A new phishing attack has been observed leveraging a Russian-language Microsoft Word document to deliver malware capable of harvesting sensitive information from compromised Windows hosts. The activity has been attributed to a threat actor called Konni, which is assessed to…
OpenSSL Announces Final Release of OpenSSL 3.2.0
We are pleased to announce the immediate availability of OpenSSL 3.2.0. OpenSSL 3.2.0 is the first General Availability release of the OpenSSL 3.2 release line, and incorporates a number of new features, including: Client-side QUIC support, including support for multiple…
MySQL Security Best Practices Guide – 2024
MySQL stands out for its reliability and efficiency among the various database systems available. However, as with any technology that holds valuable data, MySQL databases are a lucrative target for cybercriminals. This makes MySQL security not just an option but…
Industry piles in on North Korea for sustained rampage on software supply chains
Kim’s cyber cronies becoming more active, sophisticated in attempts to pwn global orgs The national cybersecurity organizations of the UK and the Republic of Korea (ROK) have issued a joint advisory warning of an increased volume and sophistication of North…
Websites Must Allow Users to “Reject All” Cookies, UK Regular Warns
Some of the most popular websites in the country have received warnings from Britain’s data protection regulator that they could face penalties if they continue to force users to accept advertising cookies. The top websites in the UK were…
Unlocking a World of Cybersecurity Insights with the CISO’s Secrets Podcast
As the world of cybersecurity continues to evolve and present new challenges, staying informed and connected to industry leaders is crucial. To that end, the Infinity Global Services team is proud to announce Season 5 of the CISO’s Secrets podcast!…
Alert: New WailingCrab Malware Loader Spreading via Shipping-Themed Emails
Delivery- and shipping-themed email messages are being used to deliver a sophisticated malware loader known as WailingCrab. “The malware itself is split into multiple components, including a loader, injector, downloader and backdoor, and successful requests to C2-controlled servers are often necessary…
How Altcoins Influence The World of Crypto
By Owais Sultan Altcoins, or alternative cryptocurrencies, diversify the crypto landscape, offering investors options beyond Bitcoin and influencing market dynamics. Their… This is a post from HackRead.com Read the original post: How Altcoins Influence The World of Crypto This article…
How to Create a Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan?
Organizations that want to avoid a security breach or attack naturally do everything in their power to avoid it from happening in the first place. The more proactive and preventative work you do, the higher your chance of avoiding an…
Vulnerability Prioritization: How to Beat Patching Paralysis
Key Takeaways: Vulnerability prioritization is about deciding what to patch, and in what order. Many organizations use unsatisfactory methods when prioritizing patches. Learn how a holistic, risk-based approach to vulnerability prioritization can improve patch management. Find out how automated vulnerability…
Researchers Warn NetSupport RAT Attacks Are on the Rise
Researchers warn of an increase in NetSupport RAT (Remote Access Trojan) infections impacting education, government, and business services sectors. NetSupport Manager is a remote control and desktop management tool by NetSupport Ltd. Its initial role was to aid IT professionals…
Mac Systems Under Threat: ClearFake Campaign Deploys Atomic Stealer Malware
Threat actors target macOS systems with the Atomic Stealer malware in a new phase of the ClearFake campaign. Mac users are tricked into downloading the infostealer on their devices from fake browser updates. Hackers designed the Atomic Stealer (AMOS) malware…