Google has unveiled a groundbreaking security feature in Android 16 Beta 2 aimed at combating phone scams by blocking users from altering sensitive settings during active phone calls. This feature, currently live in the beta version, prevents enabling permissions like…
Indian Post Office Portal Exposed Thousands of KYC Records With Username & Mobile Number
The Indian Post Office portal was found vulnerable to an Insecure Direct Object Reference (IDOR) attack, exposing sensitive Know Your Customer (KYC) data of thousands of users. This breach highlights the critical need for robust security measures in government-operated digital…
Multiple Russian Actors Attacking Orgs To Hack Microsoft 365 Accounts via Device Code Authentication
Security researchers at Volexity have uncovered multiple Russian threat actors conducting sophisticated social engineering and spear-phishing campaigns targeting Microsoft 365 accounts through Device Code Authentication exploitation. The attacks, observed since mid-January 2025, involve three distinct groups: “CozyLarch (APT29),” “UTA0304,” and…
Palo Alto Networks and SonicWall Firewalls Under Attack
Vulnerabilities in firewalls from Palo Alto Networks and SonicWall are currently under active exploitation This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: Palo Alto Networks and SonicWall Firewalls Under Attack
Google Chrome und Microsoft Edge: Mehrere Schwachstellen
Es bestehen mehrere Schwachstellen in Google Chrome und Microsoft Edge. Ein Angreifer kann diese Schwachstellen ausnutzen, um Systeme zum Absturz zu bringen, Schadcode auszuführen, Daten zu ändern, Nutzer zu täuschen oder Informationen zu stehlen. Einige der Schwachstellen erfordern die Interaktion…
USB-C bei iPhone und Mac absichern: MDM-Admins dürfen Sicherheit reduzieren
Eigentlich sorgt der sogenannte USB-Restricted-Mode dafür, dass sich Apple-Geräte nur schwer über den USB-C-Port angreifen lassen. Admins können das verhindern. Dieser Artikel wurde indexiert von heise Security Lesen Sie den originalen Artikel: USB-C bei iPhone und Mac absichern: MDM-Admins dürfen…
Baidu Shifts Ernie AI Model To Open Source
Chinese tech giant Baidu to switch Ernie LLM to open source, make it chatbot for free as start-up DeepSeek reshapes AI market This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Baidu Shifts Ernie AI Model To…
US To Renegotiate Chips Act Awards
New US administration seeks to renegotiate some existing Chips Act contracts over companies’ links to China, social requirements This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: US To Renegotiate Chips Act Awards
#TripwireBookClub – Black Hat Bash: Creative Scripting for Hackers and Pentesters
Up Next from #TripwireBookClub is Black Hat Bash: Creative Scripting for Hackers and Pentesters by Dolev Farhi and Nick Aleks. This duo previously published Black Hat GraphQL, which we reviewed in March 2024. This book did not disappoint. I think…
Advanced Ransomware Evasion Techniques in 2025
Ransomware has become more than a threat—it’s a calculated assault on industries, wielding AI-driven precision to bypass traditional defenses. Attackers adapt faster than ever, turning cybersecurity into a high-stakes race where falling behind isn’t an option. As we step into…
Beware of Fake Outlook Troubleshooting Calls that Ends Up In Ransomware Deployment
A sophisticated cyber threat has emerged in recent weeks, targeting unsuspecting users with fake Outlook troubleshooting calls. These calls, designed to appear legitimate, ultimately lead to the deployment of ransomware on the victim’s system. The scam involves a malicious binary…
KB5051987: Windows-11-Update macht den Explorer kaputt
Das Update KB5051987 für Windows 11 24H2 bereitet Anwendern Kopfzerbrechen. Bei einigen spinnt der Explorer, andere können das Update gar nicht installieren. (Windows 11, Microsoft) Dieser Artikel wurde indexiert von Golem.de – Security Lesen Sie den originalen Artikel: KB5051987: Windows-11-Update…
Indian Post Office Portal Leak Exposes Thousands of KYC Records
The Indian Post Office portal recently exposed the sensitive Know Your Customer (KYC) data of thousands of users due to a critical vulnerability known as Insecure Direct Object References (IDOR). This alarming flaw allowed unauthorized individuals to access private user…
Rowing in the Same Direction: 6 Tips for Stronger IT and Security Collaboration
Each IT and security team has its function, but unless they row in unison — aligning on strategy, focus and execution — the organization will flounder. The post Rowing in the Same Direction: 6 Tips for Stronger IT and Security…
US Lawmakers Blast UK’s Demand For Encrypted Apple Data
Two US lawmakers urge US national intelligence director to demand UK to back down or face restrictions on intelligence sharing This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: US Lawmakers Blast UK’s Demand For Encrypted Apple…
Threat Actors Leveraging Modified Version of SharpHide Tool To Create Hidden Registry
Threat actors have been utilizing a modified version of the SharpHide tool to create hidden registry values, significantly complicating detection and deletion efforts. This technique exploits Windows registry redirection, making it challenging for standard tools to identify and remove these…
Meta Paid Out $2.3 Million to Researchers via Bug Bounty Program
In 2024, Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, continued its commitment to cybersecurity by awarding over $2.3 million through its bug bounty program. This initiative, which began in 2011, has now surpassed $20 million in total payouts,…
PurpleLab – A Free Cybersecurity Lab for Security Teams to Detect, Analyze & Simulate Threats
In a significant step forward for cybersecurity professionals, PurpleLab offers an innovative open-source cybersecurity lab for creating and testing detection rules, simulating logs, and running malware tests. Designed as an all-in-one lab environment, PurpleLab equips analysts with tools to enhance…
A week in security (February 10 – February 16)
A list of topics we covered in the week of February 10 to February 16 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (February 10 – February 16)
Device code attacks, phone TOAD solution, more telecoms breached
Hackers steal emails in device code phishing attacks Anti-TOAD feature seeks to prevent in-call sideloading attacks Chinese hackers breach more U.S. telecoms via unpatched Cisco routers Thanks to today’s episode sponsor, Scrut Automation Scrut Automation allows compliance and risk teams…
KI kritisch betrachtet
Die Videosicherheit ist ein sich rasant entwickelndes Sicherheitssegment. Der Einsatz von KI spielt dabei ebenfalls eine immer wichtigere Rolle. Jochen Sauer von Axis Communications betrachtet den Einsatz von KI allerdings ganzheitlich und spricht über Vorteile und Hürden – auch durch…
HP-Laserdrucker ermöglichen Codeschmuggel durch Postscript-Sicherheitsleck
In zahlreichen HP-Laserdruckern können Angreifer eine Lücke beim Verarbeiten von Postscript zum Einschleusen von Schadcode missbrauchen. Dieser Artikel wurde indexiert von heise Security Lesen Sie den originalen Artikel: HP-Laserdrucker ermöglichen Codeschmuggel durch Postscript-Sicherheitsleck
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2025-02-17 09h : 8 posts
8 posts were published in the last hour 7:33 : Angriffe auf Sicherheitslücken in iOS, iPadOS, Mitel SIP-Phones und PAN-OS 7:33 : Digitalisierung: Warum wir in Deutschland nicht online wählen (werden) 7:32 : Android’s New Security Feature Prevents Sensitive Setting…
Angriffe auf Sicherheitslücken in iOS, iPadOS, Mitel SIP-Phones und PAN-OS
IT-Forscher haben Angriffe auf Sicherheitslücken in iPadOS, Mitel SIP-Phones und PAN-OS beobachtet. Updates dichten die Sicherheitslecks ab. Dieser Artikel wurde indexiert von heise Security Lesen Sie den originalen Artikel: Angriffe auf Sicherheitslücken in iOS, iPadOS, Mitel SIP-Phones und PAN-OS