The average total cost of a data breach has soared to $4.88 million, and compromised credentials are the top initial attack vector, accounting for 16% of breaches, according to IBM’s 2024 “Cost of a Data Breach” report. Overall, fully half…
Windows 0-Day Exploited in Wild with Single Right Click
A newly discovered zero-day vulnerability, CVE-2024-43451, has been actively exploited in the wild, targeting Windows systems across various versions. This critical vulnerability, uncovered by the ClearSky Cyber Security team in June 2024, has been linked to attacks aimed specifically at Ukrainian…
ESET Research Podcast: Gamaredon
ESET researchers introduce the Gamaredon APT group, detailing its typical modus operandi, unique victim profile, vast collection of tools and social engineering tactics, and even its estimated geolocation This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: ESET…
OnDMARC by Red Sift Alternatives: Top Alternatives and Competitors
Seeking a robust Red Sift OnDMARC alternative? Explore top 10 options for advanced DMARC protection. Enhance email security and deliverability. The post OnDMARC by Red Sift Alternatives: Top Alternatives and Competitors appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…
Russian Hackers Exploit New NTLM Flaw to Deploy RAT Malware via Phishing Emails
A newly patched security flaw impacting Windows NT LAN Manager (NTLM) was exploited as a zero-day by a suspected Russia-linked actor as part of cyber attacks targeting Ukraine. The vulnerability in question, CVE-2024-43451 (CVSS score: 6.5), refers to an NTLM…
Zero-days dominate top frequently exploited vulnerabilities
A joint report by leading cybersecurity agencies from the U.S., UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand has identified the most commonly exploited vulnerabilities of 2023. Zero-day vulnerabilities on the rise The advisory highlights that malicious cyber actors increasingly targeted zero-day…
How Intel is making open source accessible to all developers
In this Help Net Security interview, Arun Gupta, Vice President and General Manager for Open Ecosystem, Intel, discusses the company’s commitment to fostering an open ecosystem as a cornerstone of its software strategy. He explains how this approach empowers developers…
Google Cloud Cybersecurity Forecast 2025: AI, geopolitics, and cybercrime take centre stage
Google Cloud unveiled its Cybersecurity Forecast for 2025, offering a detailed analysis of the emerging threat landscape and key security trends that organizations worldwide should prepare for. The report delivers insights into the tactics of cyber adversaries, providing advice for…
Machine Identities Outnumber Human Ones: 69% of Companies Face Rising Security Risks”
Sixty-nine percent of organizations now manage more machine identities than human ones, with nearly half handling ten times as many. Machine identities—ranging from applications, databases, and bots to IoT devices and SaaS tools—are becoming more prevalent, with nearly three-quarters (72%)…
Cyware Attains FedRAMP Ready Status
Cyware, a provider of threat intelligence management and cyber fusion solutions, has attained Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) Ready status. With FedRAMP Ready status, Cyware says it is positioned to accelerate the authorization process, facilitate broader implementation of…
Horizon3.ai Debuts NodeZero Kubernetes Pentesting to Strengthen Critical Infrastructure Defense
Horizon3.ai, a provider of autonomous security solutions, has debuted NodeZero Kubernetes Pentesting, a feature designed to empower entities with advanced offensive security capabilities within Kubernetes environments. Available to all NodeZero users, this tool helps security teams simulate real-world attacks within…
How cybersecurity failures are draining business budgets
Security leaders feel under increasing pressure to provide assurances around cybersecurity, exposing them to greater personal risk – yet many lack the data and resources to accurately report and close cybersecurity gaps, according to Panaseer. The report analyses the findings…
What 2025 holds for user identity protection
In this Help Net Security video, David Cottingham, President of rf IDEAS, discusses what he sees as the most prominent areas for improvement and continued change in the space: As we move into 2025, it’s evident that businesses recognize MFA…
Reminder: China-backed crews compromised ‘multiple’ US telcos in ‘significant cyber espionage campaign’
Feds don’t name Salt Typhoon, but describe Beijing band’s alleged deeds The US government has confirmed there was “a broad and significant cyber espionage campaign” conducted by China-linked snoops against “multiple” American telecommunications providers’ networks.… This article has been indexed…
Teen Behind Hundreds of Swatting Attacks Pleads Guilty to Federal Charges
Alan Filion, believed to have operated under the handle “Torswats,” admitted to making more than 375 fake threats against schools, places of worship, and government buildings around the United States. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the…
China-backed crews compromised ‘multiple’ US telcos in ‘significant cyber espionage campaign’
Feds don’t name Salt Typhoon, but describe Beijing band’s alleged deeds The US government has detected “a broad and significant cyber espionage campaign” conducted by China-linked attackers and directed at “multiple” US telecommunications providers’ networks.… This article has been indexed…
Bitdefender released a decryptor for the ShrinkLocker ransomware
Bitdefender released a decryptor for the ShrinkLocker ransomware, which modifies BitLocker configurations to encrypt a system’s drives. ShrinkLocker ransomware was first discovered in May 2024 by researchers from Kaspersky. Unlike modern ransomware it doesn’t rely on sophisticated encryption algorithms and…
ShrinkLocker ransomware scrambled your files? Free decryption tool to the rescue
Plus: CISA’s ScubaGear dives deep to fix M365 misconfigs Bitdefender has released a free decryption tool that can unlock data encrypted by the ShrinkLocker ransomware.… This article has been indexed from The Register – Security Read the original article: ShrinkLocker…
Microsoft brings AI to the farm and factory floor, partnering with industry giants
Microsoft collaborates with Siemens, Bayer, and Rockwell Automation to launch industry-specific AI models designed to boost efficiency in manufacturing, agriculture, and finance through tailored AI solutions available via Azure AI. This article has been indexed from Security News | VentureBeat…
Top Bot Attack Predictions for Holiday Sales 2024
Get ready for holiday 2024 bot attacks. Learn how adversaries are targeting eCommerce to disrupt sales and what you can do to protect revenue and customer trust. The post Top Bot Attack Predictions for Holiday Sales 2024 appeared first on…
5 AI Security Takeaways featuring Forrester
Highlights from the recent discussion between Trend Micro’s David Roth, CRO Enterprise America, and guest speaker Jeff Pollard, VP, Principal Analyst, Forrester about AI hype versus reality and how to secure AI in the workplace. This article has been indexed…
Temu must respect consumer protection laws, says EU
Temu is under investigation for a variety of misleading practices. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Temu must respect consumer protection laws, says EU
Joint Statement from FBI and CISA on the People’s Republic of China (PRC) Targeting of Commercial Telecommunications Infrastructure
This post doesn’t have text content, please click on the link below to view the original article. This article has been indexed from CISA News Read the original article: Joint Statement from FBI and CISA on the People’s Republic of…
Most widely exploited vulnerabilities in 2023 were zero days
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: Most widely exploited vulnerabilities in 2023…