NEC introduces Identity Cloud Service (ICS), a new identity verification solution to deliver streamlined, secure and cost-effective access management. Based on NEC’s biometric technology, ICS provides verification and search capabilities for corporations and global enterprises, financial services, hospitality, e-commerce, government…
Government CVE funding set to end, 4chan down following an alleged hack, China accuses US of launching advanced cyberattacks
Government CVE funding set to end Tuesday 4chan, the internet’s most infamous forum, is down following an alleged hack China accuses US of launching ‘advanced’ cyberattacks, names alleged NSA agents Thanks to this week’s episode sponsor, Vanta Do you know…
Beschlossen: Lebensdauer für TLS-Serverzertifikate sinkt auf 47 Tage
Von derzeit maximal dreizehn Monaten sinkt die Gültigkeit auf anderthalb. Allerdings mit jahrelanger Übergangsfrist für Admins. Dieser Artikel wurde indexiert von heise security News Lesen Sie den originalen Artikel: Beschlossen: Lebensdauer für TLS-Serverzertifikate sinkt auf 47 Tage
Oracle Issues Patch for 378 Vulnerabilities in Major Security Rollout
Oracle Corporation has released a sweeping Critical Patch Update (CPU) for April 2025, addressing a staggering 378 security vulnerabilities across a wide array of its product families. The rollout underscores Oracle’s continued commitment to proactive cybersecurity and comes amid ongoing…
Hackers Exploit Node.js to Spread Malware and Exfiltrate Data
Threat actors are increasingly targeting Node.js—a staple tool for modern web developers—to launch sophisticated malware campaigns aimed at data theft and system compromise. Microsoft Defender Experts (DEX) have reported a spike in such attacks since October 2024, especially focusing on…
Windows 11 Escalation Vulnerability Let Attackers Gain Admin Access Within 300 Milliseconds
A critical vulnerability in Windows 11 allowed attackers to escalate from a low-privileged user to full system administrator rights in just 300 milliseconds. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-24076, exploits a weakness in Windows 11’s “Mobile devices” feature through a sophisticated…
Using Threat Intelligence To Combat Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)
Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) represent some of the most sophisticated cyber threats organizations face today. Unlike conventional attacks, APTs involve stealthy, persistent adversaries who establish long-term footholds in networks to extract valuable data or cause significant damage. In the current…
Identity Theft and Tax Records, Purchasing Fake IDs for Hacker Forums and more: Cyber Security Today for April 16, 2025
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, hosted by Jim Love, the show salutes Katie Moussouris of Luta Security for her courage in speaking truth to power. The episode covers various significant news in the cybersecurity world: the explosion of identity…
Navigating HIPAA In The Digital Age: How Marketing Teams Can Avoid Costly Violations
In an era where data drives strategy and personalized outreach is key to consumer engagement, marketing teams face mounting pressure to deliver results, especially in healthcare. However, when marketing initiatives intersect with protected health information (PHI), the stakes are significantly…
Protecting Against Insider Threats – Strategies for CISOs
Insider threats represent a critical vulnerability in organizational cybersecurity, posing risks that are often more challenging to mitigate than external attacks. These threats can originate from malicious employees, negligent staff, or compromised credentials, each capable of causing significant financial, operational,…
MITRE Ends CVE Program Support – Leaked Internal Memo Confirms Departure
A leaked internal memo dated April 15, 2025, has sent shockwaves through the cybersecurity community, revealing that MITRE’s contract to operate the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) program is set to expire today, April 16, 2025. The letter, reportedly obtained…
Guess what happens when ransomware fiends find ‘insurance’ ‘policy’ in your files
It involves a number close to three or six depending on the fiend Ransomware operators jack up their ransom demands by a factor of 2.8x if they detect a victim has cyber-insurance, a study highlighted by the Netherlands government has…
When companies merge, so do their cyber threats
For CISOs, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) bring both potential and risk. These deals can drive growth, but they also open the door to serious cybersecurity threats that may derail the transaction. Strong due diligence, smart risk planning, and a shared…
U.S. Govt. Funding for MITRE’s CVE Ends April 16, Cybersecurity Community on Alert
The U.S. government funding for non-profit research giant MITRE to operate and maintain its Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) program will expire Wednesday, an unprecedented development that could shake up one of the foundational pillars of the global cybersecurity ecosystem.…
Critical Chrome Vulnerability Exposes Users to Data Theft and Unauthorized Access
A critical security vulnerability has been discovered in Google Chrome, prompting an urgent update as millions of users worldwide face potential threats of data theft and unauthorized access. The newly released Stable channel update—now available as version 135.0.7049.95/.96 for Windows…
Zeek Deployments Rise Across SOCs For Enhanced Network Visibility
Zeek, formerly known as Bro, has established itself as a leading open-source network security monitoring platform. As organizations face increasingly complex cyber threats in 2025, Zeek’s capabilities have evolved to provide deeper visibility, advanced analytics, and seamless integration with modern…
Strategic AI readiness for cybersecurity: From hype to reality
AI readiness in cybersecurity involves more than just possessing the latest tools and technologies; it is a strategic necessity. Many companies could encounter serious repercussions, such as increased volumes of advanced cyber threats, if they fail to exploit AI due…
Anzeige: IT-Grundschutz mit BSI-Methodik – so geht’s
Strukturiert zur Informationssicherheit – ein dreitägiger Online-Workshop vermittelt die IT-Grundschutz-Methodik des BSI und bereitet gezielt auf die Zertifikatsprüfung zum IT-Grundschutz-Praktiker vor. (Golem Karrierewelt, Sicherheitslücke) Dieser Artikel wurde indexiert von Golem.de – Security Lesen Sie den originalen Artikel: Anzeige: IT-Grundschutz mit…
Authorities Shut Down Four Encrypted Platforms Used by Cybercriminals
Law enforcement authorities across Europe and Türkiye have dealt a major blow to four criminal networks alleged to be at the heart of drug trafficking and money laundering across the continent. The operation, supported by Europol and codenamed Operation BULUT,…
Attack Flow: Learn how cyber adversaries combine and sequence offensive techniques
MITRE’s Attack Flow project aims to translate complex cyber operations into a structured language. By describing how adversaries sequence and combine offensive techniques to reach their objectives, Attack Flow offers defenders, analysts, and decision-makers a tool to see the bigger…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2025-04-16 06h : 2 posts
2 posts were published in the last hour 4:2 : 9 Modern Ways You Can Use Bitcoin in 2025 4:2 : Browser extensions make nearly every employee a potential attack vector
Crafty Threat Actors Unleash Ingenious Phishing Ploys
Ever feel like phishing scams are on a never-ending quest for supreme deception? From fake delivery notifications to impersonated CEOs, it’s like picking from a basket of tricks – each one meticulously crafted to catch people and organizations off guard.…
The future of authentication: Why passwordless is the way forward
By now, most CISOs agree: passwords are the weakest link in the authentication chain. They’re easy to guess, hard to manage, and constantly reused. Even the most complex password policies don’t stop phishing or credential stuffing. That’s why passwordless authentication…
Funding Expires for Key Cyber Vulnerability Database
A critical resource that cybersecurity professionals worldwide rely on to identify, mitigate and fix security vulnerabilities in software and hardware is in danger of breaking down. The federally funded, non-profit research and development organization MITRE warned today that its contract…