The number of internet-exposed Palo Alto firewalls is dropping, but 2,000 have been compromised, according to Shadowserver Foundation. The post 2,000 Palo Alto Firewalls Compromised via New Vulnerabilities appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek Read…
API (In)security: The Hidden Risk of Black Friday
Black Friday may be the pinnacle of the holiday shopping season, a day when online retailers experience unprecedented traffic and revenue opportunities as consumers kick off the Christmas season. For many retailers, it’s a make-or-break event. Yet, with increased traffic…
Let’s Build A Dashboard!
Introduction One of the most powerful things to do with data is to visualize it. Being able to see the data in various contexts can help executives and security professionals alike understand their cyber environment better and identify their strengths…
AI in Cybercrime: Hackers Exploiting OpenAI
In a recent podcast interview with Cybercrime Magazine’s host, Charlie Osborne, Heather Engel, Managing Partner at Strategic Cyber Partners, discusses reports from OpenAI that hackers are trying to use its tools for malicious purposes. The podcast can be listened to…
Why RBAC is Still a Big Deal in 2024
For many experts, the verdict is that RBAC remains a big deal because it delivers on two crucial fronts: It keeps organizations secure while enabling them to remain agile and innovative. In an era of increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks, that’s a…
Here’s Yet Another D-Link RCE That Won’t be Fixed
D-Licious: Stubborn network device maker digs in heels and tells you to buy new gear. The post Here’s Yet Another D-Link RCE That Won’t be Fixed appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read…
US Exposes Major Chinese Cyber-Espionage Targeting Telecom Networks
The United States has accused China of conducting a vast cyber espionage operation that targeted multiple telecommunications networks. The hackers allegedly stole sensitive data and intercepted communications relating to a few government and political leaders. The incident raises national…
New Ghost Tap Assault Exploits NFC Mobile Payments to Steal Funds
The attackers are increasingly relying on a novel approach that employs near-field communication (NFC) to pay out victims’ funds at scale. ThreatFabric’s Ghost Tap technology enables fraudsters to cash out money from stolen credit cards related to mobile payment…
Creating a Strong Cybersecurity Culture: The Key to Business Resilience
In today’s fast-paced digital environment, businesses face an increasing risk of cyber threats. Establishing a strong cybersecurity culture is essential to protecting sensitive information, maintaining operations, and fostering trust with clients. Companies that prioritize cybersecurity awareness empower employees to…
How Agentic AI Will Change the Way You Work
Artificial intelligence is entering a groundbreaking phase that could drastically change the way we work. For years, AI prediction and content creation have been utilised, but the spotlight has shifted toward the most advanced: agentic AI. Such intelligent systems are…
The Hidden Dangers of Compromised Wi-Fi Routers
Cybercriminals who attack routers are swift and precise, spending countless hours studying network vulnerabilities to compromise sensitive data and then taking advantage of those vulnerabilities to compromise the router. The term “router hacking” refers to taking control of a user’s…
North Korean Front Companies Impersonate U.S. IT Firms to Fund Missile Programs
Threat actors with ties to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) are impersonating U.S.-based software and technology consulting businesses in order to further their financial objectives as part of a broader information technology (IT) worker scheme. “Front companies, often…
10 Most Impactful PAM Use Cases for Enhancing Organizational Security
Privileged access management (PAM) plays a pivotal role in building a strong security strategy. PAM empowers you to significantly reduce cybersecurity risks, gain tighter control over privileged access, achieve regulatory compliance, and reduce the burden on your IT team. As…
Chinese APT Gelsemium Targets Linux Systems with New WolfsBane Backdoor
The China-aligned advanced persistent threat (APT) actor known as Gelsemium has been observed using a new Linux backdoor dubbed WolfsBane as part of cyber attacks likely targeting East and Southeast Asia. That’s according to findings from cybersecurity firm ESET based…
Warning: Over 2,000 Palo Alto Networks Devices Hacked in Ongoing Attack Campaign
As many as 2,000 Palo Alto Networks devices are estimated to have been compromised as part of a campaign abusing the newly disclosed security flaws that have come under active exploitation in the wild. According to statistics shared by the…
Securing AI and Cloud with the Zero Day Quest
Our security teams work around the clock to help protect every person and organization on the planet from security threats. We also know that security is a team sport, and that’s why we also partner with the global security community…
AI innovations for a more secure future unveiled at Microsoft Ignite
Company delivers advances in AI and posture management, unprecedented bug bounty program, and updates on its Secure Future Initiative. The post AI innovations for a more secure future unveiled at Microsoft Ignite appeared first on Microsoft Security Blog. This article…
US charges five alleged members of Scattered Spider gang
Law enforcement unsealed criminal charges against five alleged members of Scattered Spider, who allegedly targeted employees of companies nationwide with phishing text messages and then used the harvested employee credentials to log in and steal non-public company data and information…
Cyber Story Time: The Boy Who Cried “Secure!”
As a relatively new security category, many security operators and executives I’ve met have asked us “What are these Automated Security Validation (ASV) tools?” We’ve covered that pretty extensively in the past, so today, instead of covering the “What is…
Google OSS-Fuzz Harnesses AI to Expose 26 Hidden Security Vulnerabilities
One of these flaws detected using LLMs was in the widely used OpenSSL library This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: Google OSS-Fuzz Harnesses AI to Expose 26 Hidden Security Vulnerabilities
Vietnam’s Infostealer Crackdown Reveals VietCredCare and DuckTail
Group-IB revealed key differences in VietCredCare and DuckTail infostealer malware targeting Facebook Business accounts This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: Vietnam’s Infostealer Crackdown Reveals VietCredCare and DuckTail
Linux Malware WolfsBane and FireWood Linked to Gelsemium APT
New Linux malware WolfsBane and FireWood have been linked to Gelsemium APT, a cyber-espionage group targeting critical systems This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: Linux Malware WolfsBane and FireWood Linked to Gelsemium APT
EPA warns of critical risks, Four million WordPress sites exposed, Sextortion scams bypass filters
EPA warns of critical risks in drinking water infrastructure Four million WordPress sites exposed Sextortion scams bypass Microsoft security filters Thanks to today’s episode sponsor, ThreatLocker Do zero-day exploits and supply chain attacks keep you up at night? Worry no…
Easterly to step down, Maxar discloses breach, Microsoft hacking event
CISA director Jen Easterly to step down Space tech giant Maxar discloses employee data breach Microsoft launches Zero Day Quest hacking event Thanks to today’s episode sponsor, ThreatLocker Do zero-day exploits and supply chain attacks keep you up at night?…