< div class=”field field–name-body field–type-text-with-summary field–label-hidden”> < div class=”field__items”> < div class=”field__item even”> In the wake of the 2024 election in the United States, many people are concerned about tightening up their digital privacy and security practices. As always, we…
A week in security (November 25 – December 1)
A list of topics we covered in the week of November 25 to December 1 of 2024 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (November 25 – December 1)
These cars want to know about your sex life (re-air) (Lock and Code S05E25)
This week on the Lock and Code podcast, we re-air an episode from 2023 about why modern cars want to know about your sex life and a lot more. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article:…
No company too small for Phobos ransomware gang, indictment reveals
The US indictment against an alleged Phobos ransomware kingpin reveals that no company was too small for the cybercriminal gang to hit. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: No company too small for Phobos ransomware…
Repeat offenders drive bulk of tech support scams via Google Ads
Consumers are getting caught in a web of scams facilitated by online ads often originating from the same perpetrators. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Repeat offenders drive bulk of tech support scams via Google…
AI chatbot provider exposes 346,000 customer files, including ID documents, resumes, and medical records
AI chatbot provider WotNot left a cloud storage bucket exposed that contained almost 350,000 files, including personally identifiable information. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: AI chatbot provider exposes 346,000 customer files, including ID documents,…
Severity of the risk facing the UK is widely underestimated, NCSC annual review warns
National cyber emergencies increased threefold this year The number of security threats in the UK that hit the country’s National Cyber Security Centre’s (NCSC) maximum severity threshold has tripled compared to the previous 12 months.… This article has been indexed…
Major energy contractor reports ‘limited’ access to IT after ransomware locks files
ENGlobal customers include the Pentagon as well as major oil and gas producers American energy contractor ENGlobal disclosed that access to its IT systems remains limited following a ransomware infection in late November.… This article has been indexed from The…
Perfect 10 directory traversal vuln hits SailPoint’s IAM solution
20-year-old info disclosure class bug still pervades security software It’s time to rev up those patch engines after SailPoint disclosed a perfect 10/10 severity vulnerability in its identity and access management (IAM) platform IdentityIQ.… This article has been indexed from…
FTC scolds two data brokers for allegedly selling your location to the metre
‘Where we go is who we are’ totally isn’t a creepy ad slogan at all The FTC has reached a settlement with two data brokerages over allegations they harvested precise location data that shows when people entered hospitals, places of…
Eurocops take down ‘secure’ criminal chat system known as Matrix
They took the red pill Updated French and Dutch police have taken down the Matrix chat app, which was designed by criminals for criminals to be a secure encrypted messaging tool.… This article has been indexed from The Register –…
Vendors Unveil New Cloud Security Products, Features at AWS re:Invent 2024
AWS and other vendors have announced new cloud security products and features at the cloud giant’s re:Invent 2024 conference. The post Vendors Unveil New Cloud Security Products, Features at AWS re:Invent 2024 appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been…
New EU Regulation Establishes European ‘Cybersecurity Shield’
The European Union has adopted new legislation to establish a cybersecurity shield and ensure adequate security standards for managed security services. The post New EU Regulation Establishes European ‘Cybersecurity Shield’ appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from…
FBI Tells Telecom Firms to Boost Security Following Wide-Ranging Chinese Hacking Campaign
Guidance issued by the FBI and CISA is intended to help root out the hackers and prevent similar cyberespionage. The post FBI Tells Telecom Firms to Boost Security Following Wide-Ranging Chinese Hacking Campaign appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has…
Industry Moves for the week of December 2, 2024 – SecurityWeek
Explore industry moves and significant changes in the industry for the week of December 2, 2024. Stay updated with the latest industry trends and shifts. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek Read the original article: Industry Moves for the…
Law Enforcement Read Criminals’ Messages After Hacking Matrix Service
Law enforcement has taken down yet another encrypted messaging service used by criminals, but not before spying on its users. The post Law Enforcement Read Criminals’ Messages After Hacking Matrix Service appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed…
HyperRing Launches Second-Generation Smart Payment Ring With Global Coverage
New York, USA, 3rd December 2024, CyberNewsWire The post HyperRing Launches Second-Generation Smart Payment Ring With Global Coverage appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article: HyperRing Launches Second-Generation Smart Payment…
Are We Too Trusting of Employees?
Trust is not a one-way street. Employees who trust their organization and leadership are one lane, but the organization must trust its employees, too. The post Are We Too Trusting of Employees? appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has…
Defending Against Email Attachment Scams
One of the most alarming methods of attack involves intercepting email attachments during transit, resulting in the theft of personally identifiable information (PII) and other sensitive data. The post Defending Against Email Attachment Scams appeared first on Security Boulevard. This…
A Strategic Approach to Building a Comprehensive Third-Party Risk Framework
Building a third-party risk management framework (TPRM) is an ongoing process that requires commitment, resources and continuous improvement. The post A Strategic Approach to Building a Comprehensive Third-Party Risk Framework appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed…
Why Technology Interoperability is the Key to a Safer Internet of Things (IoT)
With IoT connectivity expanding, organizations across the industry must grapple with the complexities of securing this vast network of internet-connected “things.” The post Why Technology Interoperability is the Key to a Safer Internet of Things (IoT) appeared first on Security…
Helldown Ransomware Outfit Linkd to Zyxel’s Firewall Exploits
Zyxel Firewalls have become a common target in recent hacks, with attackers exploiting a critical flaw to propagate the malicious Helldown ransomware. The German CERT (CERT-Bund) has published a warning alongside Zyxel, highlighting the scope of these assaults and…
Costa Rica Faces Another Cyberattack, RECOPE Operations Shift to Manual Mode
Costa Rica’s state-owned oil company, RECOPE, suffered a ransomware attack on November 27, disrupting its digital operations and forcing a shift to manual procedures to maintain uninterrupted fuel distribution. This attack is the second major cyber incident targeting a…
Russian Hackers Use Firefox and Windows Vulnerabilities in Global Cyberattack
A sophisticated cyberattack carried out by the Russian cyber threat group RomCom APT has raised alarms within the global cybersecurity community. Exploiting two previously unknown zero-day vulnerabilities in Firefox and Windows, the attack, which took place in October, was…