This week on the Lock and Code podcast, we speak with Anna Brading and Mark Stockley about whether anywhere is safe from AI slop. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Is nowhere safe from AI…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2024-12-30 21h : 4 posts
4 posts were published in the last hour 19:34 : New Windows 11 24H2 bug could block future security updates – see who’s affected 19:34 : Windows 11 Media Update Bug Stops Security Updates 19:5 : The future of hybrid…
New Windows 11 24H2 bug could block future security updates – see who’s affected
Installing the Windows 11 2024 version via a CD or flash drive may cause it to reject any future updates. Microsoft is working on a fix This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the…
Windows 11 Media Update Bug Stops Security Updates
Microsoft advises users not to install recent security updates using physical media. The company is working on a fix. This article has been indexed from Security | TechRepublic Read the original article: Windows 11 Media Update Bug Stops Security Updates
The future of hybrid cloud: What to expect in 2025 and beyond
This post doesn’t have text content, please click on the link below to view the original article. This article has been indexed from Search Security Resources and Information from TechTarget Read the original article: The future of hybrid cloud: What…
Protect Yourself from Zelle Scams: Prevention Tips and Recovery Steps
Zelle has become a popular choice for online money transfers due to its simplicity, zero fees, and support from over 1,700 banks. However, since its launch in June 2017, the peer-to-peer payment service has been plagued by fraud. On…
Forrester on cybersecurity budgeting: 2025 will be the year of CISO fiscal accountability
With 90% of cybersecurity and risk leaders predicting they’ll see budget increases in 2025, many are facing a new era of accountability. This article has been indexed from Security News | VentureBeat Read the original article: Forrester on cybersecurity budgeting:…
VW Cars Leak Private Data of 800,000 — ‘Volksdaten’
Cariad, VW Group’s software arm, made this classic error. The post VW Cars Leak Private Data of 800,000 — ‘Volksdaten’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article: VW Cars Leak…
Rising Cyber Threats in Q3 2024: AI’s Dual Role in Attacks and Defense
The Q3 2024 Threat Report from Gen unveils a concerning rise in the sophistication of cyber threats, shedding light on how artificial intelligence (AI) is both a tool for attackers and defenders. As cybercriminals evolve their tactics, the line…
NFS Protocol Security Bypassed To Access Files From Remote Server
The NFS protocol offers authentication methods like AUTH_SYS, which relies on untrusted user IDs, and Kerberos, providing cryptographic verification. While Kerberos offers strong security, its Linux configuration can be complex, where emerging standards like RPC over TLS aim to simplify…
Hackers Weaponize Websites With LNK File To Deliver Weaponized LZH File
The watering hole attack leverages a compromised website to deliver malware. When a user visits the infected site, their system downloads an LZH archive containing an LNK file, where executing this LNK file triggers a malware infection. An infected website…
New Botnet Exploiting D-Link Routers To Gain Control Remotely
Researchers observed a recent surge in activity from the “FICORA” and “CAPSAICIN,” both variants of Mirai and Kaiten, respectively, which exploit known vulnerabilities in D-Link routers, including those with outdated firmware like DIR-645, DIR-806, GO-RT-AC750, and DIR-845L. Attackers leverage the…
Top public cloud service providers of 2025: How they compare
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Understanding VoIP DDoS Attacks: Prevention and Mitigation Strategies
A distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack targets a VoIP server by overwhelming it with phony user requests. This excessive traffic can exceed the network’s capacity, causing service disruptions and making genuine user requests unprocessable. Online criminals exploit these attacks to…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2024-12-30 18h : 2 posts
2 posts were published in the last hour 16:32 : CISA Adds One Known Exploited Vulnerability to Catalog 16:32 : Catching “EC2 Grouper”- no indicators required!
CISA Adds One Known Exploited Vulnerability to Catalog
CISA has added one new vulnerability to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog, based on evidence of active exploitation. CVE-2024-3393 Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS Malformed DNS Packet Vulnerability These types of vulnerabilities are frequent attack vectors for malicious cyber actors and pose…
Catching “EC2 Grouper”- no indicators required!
Get detailed tactics associated with EC2 Grouper and how Lacework FortiCNAPP can be leveraged to detect this threat. This article has been indexed from Fortinet Threat Research Blog Read the original article: Catching “EC2 Grouper”- no indicators required!
Italy faces DDOS attacks from Russia
On Saturday, a series of sophisticated cyberattacks hit nine Italian government websites, causing disruptions across several key digital platforms. Among the affected sites were those of Italy’s Foreign Ministry, as well as the official websites of Milan’s two major airports,…
SquareX Researchers Uncover OAuth Vulnerability in Chrome Extensions Days Before Major Breach
SquareX, an industry-first Browser Detection and Response (BDR) solution, leads the way in browser security. About a week ago, SquareX reported large-scale attacks targeting Chrome Extension developers aimed at taking over the Chrome Extension from the Chrome Store. On December 25th,…
State Legislatures Are The Frontline for Tech Policy: 2024 in Review
< div class=”field field–name-body field–type-text-with-summary field–label-hidden”> < div class=”field__items”> < div class=”field__item even”> State lawmakers are increasingly shaping the conversation on technology and innovation policy in the United States. As Congress continues to deliberate key issues such as data privacy,…
Fighting Automated Oppression: 2024 in Review
< div class=”field field–name-body field–type-text-with-summary field–label-hidden”> < div class=”field__items”> < div class=”field__item even”> EFF has been sounding the alarm on algorithmic decision making (ADM) technologies for years. ADMs use data and predefined rules or models to make or support decisions,…
Exposing Surveillance at the U.S.-Mexico Border: 2024 Year in Review in Pictures
< div class=”field field–name-body field–type-text-with-summary field–label-hidden”> < div class=”field__items”> Some of the most picturesque landscapes in the United States can be found along the border with Mexico. Yet, from San Diego’s beaches to the Sonoran Desert, from Big Bend National…
Cisco states that the second data leak is linked to the one from October
Cisco confirmed the authenticity of the 4GB of leaked data, the data was compromised in a recent security breach, marking the second leak in the incident. Cisco confirmed the authenticity of the 4GB of leaked data, which was compromised in…
Vulnerability Summary for the Week of December 23, 2024
High Vulnerabilities PrimaryVendor — Product Description Published CVSS Score Source Info 1000 Projects–Attendance Tracking Management System A vulnerability was found in 1000 Projects Attendance Tracking Management System 1.0. It has been rated as critical. This issue affects some unknown processing…