QakBot, SocGholish, and Raspberry Robin are the three most popular malware loaders, accounting for 80% of the observed incidents. The post 3 Malware Loaders Detected in 80% of Attacks: Security Firm appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed…
Kroll SIM-swap attack: FTX, BlockFi and Genesis clients’ info exposed
Financial and risk advisory firm Kroll has suffered a SIM-swapping attack that allowed a threat actor to access files containing personal information of clients of bankrupt cryptocurrency platforms FTX, BlockFi and Genesis. The Kroll SIM-swapping attack On Saturday, August 19,…
August 2023 Web Server Survey
In the August 2023 survey we received responses from 1,093,748,332 sites across 255,459,417 domains and 12,162,471 web-facing computers. This reflects a loss of 7.5 million sites and 259,924 domains, and a gain of 36,515 web-facing computers. OpenResty had the largest…
Cyberattacks Targeting E-commerce Applications
Cyber attacks on e-commerce applications are a common trend in 2023 as e-commerce businesses become more omnichannel, they build and deploy increasingly more API interfaces, with threat actors constantly exploring more ways to exploit vulnerabilities. This is why regular testing…
UK Air Traffic Control System Collapses, Causing Travel Chaos
By Waqas Hundreds of Thousands of Passengers Face Travel Chaos as UK Air Traffic Control System Collapses. This is a post from HackRead.com Read the original post: UK Air Traffic Control System Collapses, Causing Travel Chaos This article has been…
Ohio History Organization Says Personal Information Stolen in Ransomware Attack
Personal information stolen in ransomware attack at Ohio History Connection posted online after organization refuses to pay ransom. The post Ohio History Organization Says Personal Information Stolen in Ransomware Attack appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from…
Leaseweb Reports Cloud Disruptions Due to Cyberattack
Dutch cloud company Leaseweb shut down some critical systems last week due to a cyberattack. The post Leaseweb Reports Cloud Disruptions Due to Cyberattack appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek RSS Feed Read the original…
Updated Kmsdx botnet targets IoT devices
Researchers spotted an updated version of the KmsdBot botnet that is now targeting Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The Akamai Security Intelligence Response Team (SIRT) discovered a new version of the KmsdBot botnet that employed an updated Kmsdx binary targeting Internet…
Remotely Stopping Polish Trains
Turns out that it’s easy to broadcast radio commands that force Polish trains to stop: …the saboteurs appear to have sent simple so-called “radio-stop” commands via radio frequency to the trains they targeted. Because the trains use a radio system…
Three Persistent Data Security Challenges Organizations Need To Address Now
When it comes to cybersecurity, bad actors never stand still. As a result, neither can today’s security professionals, technology providers and data privacy legislators. Indeed, an attacker now needs just 102 minutes to begin to move laterally once they have compromised a…
PoC for no-auth RCE on Juniper firewalls released
Researchers have released additional details about the recently patched four vulnerabilities affecting Juniper Networks’ SRX firewalls and EX switches that could allow remote code execution (RCE), as well as a proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit. Junos OS vulnerabilities and fixes Earlier this…
Innovative Tools For Online Casino Operators: Boosting Efficiency And User Enjoyment
In recent times, the online casino realm has witnessed remarkable expansion, attracting a vast audience seeking entertainment and the excitement of gambling from the comfort … Read more The post Innovative Tools For Online Casino Operators: Boosting Efficiency And User…
Cyber Security Today, August 28, 2023 – SIM card swap led to a Kroll data breach, supplier hack led to a London police data theft, and more
This episode reports on several newly revealed hacks, including the theft of the names and ranks of 47,000 London police and staff after a hacker got into the IT systems of a firm that prints This article has been indexed from…
French Unemployment Agency Announces a Data Breach
Pole emploi, the government’s unemployment registration and financial assistance office in France, announced a data breach. The incident affected 10 million French citizens whose data were exposed. Details About the Pole Emploi Data Breach The agency disclosed a security event…
Rise in UK IT degree applicants driven by AI advances
Students are keen to join the AI revolution, driving up demand for IT degree places. The post Rise in UK IT degree applicants driven by AI advances appeared first on Panda Security Mediacenter. This article has been indexed from Panda…
Ericsson Expects $1bn In IP Revenue After Huawei Deal
Ericsson says expects $1bn in IP licensing revenues this year after renewing cross-licensing deal with sanctioned Chinese firm Huawei This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Ericsson Expects $1bn In IP Revenue After Huawei Deal
Instacart Reports Revenue Surge Ahead Of IPO
US grocery delivery firm Instacart reports 31 percent revenue surge ahead of delayed offering, as investors look for IPO recovery This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Instacart Reports Revenue Surge Ahead Of IPO
Hackers Disruptred Poland’s Railway System Signals
Poland’s Railway infrastructure, a crucial transit route for Western weapons transported to Ukraine, has been compromised by cybercriminals. The signals were intermingled with recordings of the Russian national anthem and a speech by President Vladimir Putin, according to the Polish…
Chinese Chip Equipment Maker Sees Profits Surge
Chinese chip manufacturing tool maker AMEC sees profits surge as domestic companies feel bite of US sanctions This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Chinese Chip Equipment Maker Sees Profits Surge
India ‘Considering’ Tesla Tax Deal To Open Domestic EV Market
Indian government reportedly considering proposal from Tesla that could reduce import duties for EV firms who manufacture locally This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: India ‘Considering’ Tesla Tax Deal To Open Domestic EV Market
Chinese Tech Firms ‘Shut Down’ Livestream Features Amidst Crackdown
Chinese tech giants including NetEase and Tencent said to have shut down lucrative live streaming features amidst gambling crackdown This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Chinese Tech Firms ‘Shut Down’ Livestream Features Amidst Crackdown
ECB Official Says Banks Must Be Protected In Digital Euro Launch
Spain’s deputy central bank governor says European Central Bank must study impact on banks before making final decision on digital euro This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: ECB Official Says Banks Must Be Protected…
US Treasury Publishes Proposed Crypto Tax Rules
US Treasury Department publishes proposed rules aimed at cracking down on crypto tax evaders while simplifying filing processes This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: US Treasury Publishes Proposed Crypto Tax Rules
What is The Network and Information Security 2 Directive (NIS2)?
The Network and Information Security 2 ( NIS2 ) Directive is the European Union’s (EU) second attempt at an all-encompassing cybersecurity directive. The EU introduced the legislation to update the much-misinterpreted Network and Information Security (NIS) Directive (2016) and improve…
How Improved Visibility Helps Achieve Compliance
In the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape, businesses face an exhaustive battle to safeguard their valuable data while complying with industry regulations. To address these challenges, innovative solutions have emerged to enhance network security. Network visibility remains a crucial focus. The profound…
3 Cryptocurrency Firms Suffer Data Breach After Kroll SIM Swapping Attack
Three bankrupt cryptocurrency companies — FTX, BlockFi and Genesis — suffered data breaches following a SIM swapping attack at Kroll. The post 3 Cryptocurrency Firms Suffer Data Breach After Kroll SIM Swapping Attack appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has…
E-learning Across Generations: How Different Age Groups Embrace Online Education?
Online classes and courses became very popular in recent years. It is not a surprise considering the convenience we can get from that. For example, … Read more The post E-learning Across Generations: How Different Age Groups Embrace Online Education?…