The U.S. government and a coalition of international partners have officially attributed a Russian hacking group tracked as Cadet Blizzard to the General Staff Main Intelligence Directorate (GRU) 161st Specialist Training Center (Unit 29155). “These cyber actors are responsible for…
Predator spyware updated with dangerous new features, also now harder to track
Plus: Trump family X accounts hijacked to promote crypto scam; Fog ransomware spreads; Hijacked PyPI packages; and more Infosec in brief After activating its chameleon field and going to ground following press attention earlier this year, the dangerous Predator commercial…
Best practices for implementing the Principle of Least Privilege
In this Help Net Security interview, Umaimah Khan, CEO of Opal Security, shares her insights on implementing the Principle of Least Privilege (PoLP). She discusses best practices for effective integration, benefits for operational efficiency and audit readiness, and how to…

Password Cracking & Energy: More Dedails, (Sun, Sep 8th)
Here are more details on the power consumption of my desktop computer when I crack passwords (cfr diary entry “Quickie: Password Cracking & Energy”). This article has been indexed from SANS Internet Storm Center, InfoCON: green Read the original article:…
ISC Stormcast For Monday, September 9th, 2024 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/9130, (Mon, Sep 9th)
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End of an era: Security budget growth slows down
Amidst global economic and geopolitical uncertainty, markets are jittery, companies are spending frugally, and investors remain cautious, according to IANS Research and Artico Search. Security budgets are also affected by these realities with most budgets remaining flat or increasing modestly.…
Phishing in focus: Disinformation, election and identity fraud
The frequency of phishing attacks is rising as attackers increasingly utilize AI to execute more scams than ever before. In this Help Net Security video, Abhilash Garimella, Head Of Research at Bolster, discusses how phishing scams are now being hosted…
Predator spyware updated withn dangerous new features, also now harder to track
Plus: Trump family X accounts hijacked to promote crypto scam; Fog ransomware spreads; Hijacked PyPI packages; and more Infosec in brief After activating its chameleon field and going to ground following press attention earlier this year, the dangerous Predator commercial…
2024-09-04 – Traffic Analysis Exercise: Big Fish in a Little Pond
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Lazarus Group Targets Blockchain Pros with Fake Video Conferencing, Job Scam
A new Group-IB report highlights an ongoing campaign by the North Korean Lazarus Group, known as the “Eager… This article has been indexed from Hackread – Latest Cybersecurity, Tech, Crypto & Hacking News Read the original article: Lazarus Group Targets…
Android-Malware: SpyAgent stiehlt Zugangsdaten zu Krypto-Wallets
SpyAgent nutzt Texterkennung per OCR, um aus Bildschirmfotos auf Mobilgeräten Wiederherstellungsphrasen für Krypo-Wallets zu erbeuten. Dieser Artikel wurde indexiert von heise Security Lesen Sie den originalen Artikel: Android-Malware: SpyAgent stiehlt Zugangsdaten zu Krypto-Wallets
USENIX Security ’23 – Collide+Power: Leaking Inaccessible Data with Software-based Power Side Channels
Authors/Presenters:Andreas Kogler, Jonas Juffinger, Lukas Giner, Lukas Gerlach, Martin Schwarzl, Michael Schwarz, Daniel Gruss, Stefan Mangard Many thanks to USENIX for publishing their outstanding USENIX Security ’23 Presenter’s content, and the organizations strong commitment to Open Access. Originating from the…
Google komplett ohne Tracking und Werbung? Mit diesem Tool geht das
Google ist für viele nach wie vor die beste Suchmaschine. Doch Werbung und Überwachung trüben bisweilen die Begeisterung. Whoogle soll euch die Suchergebnisse ohne das Tracking liefern. So funktioniert es. Dieser Artikel wurde indexiert von t3n.de – Software & Entwicklung…
Windows 11 mit God Mode: So aktiviert ihr den versteckten Modus und profitiert davon
Microsoft hat in Windows 11 und in den Vorgängerversionen des Betriebssystems einen geheimen Modus versteckt. Diesen sogenannten God Mode könnt ihr mit einem einfachen Trick aktivieren. Welche Vorteile er euch bringt, verraten wir euch hier. Dieser Artikel wurde indexiert von…
83% of Businesses Hit by Ransomware – Are You Next?
Ransomware continues to be a critical threat to businesses worldwide, with a staggering 83% of organisations reporting they experienced at least one ransomware attack in the last year. Alarmingly, almost half of those affected (46%) faced four or more…
Cyberattack Targets Malaysian Officials with Babylon RAT Malware
An investigation by the Cyble Research and Intelligence Lab (CRIL) has uncovered a sophisticated cyberattack aimed at Malaysian political figures and government officials. Initiated in July 2024, the attack utilizes fake ISO files to deploy Babylon RAT, a dangerous malware…
Here’s Why Attackers Have a Upper Hand Against CISOs
Security experts have an in-depth knowledge of the technical tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) that attackers employ to launch cyberattacks. They are also knowledgeable about critical defensive methods, such as prioritising patching based on risk and creating a zero-trust…
Australia’s Proposed Mandatory Guardrails for AI: A Step Towards Responsible Innovation
Australia has proposed a set of 10 mandatory guardrails aimed at ensuring the safe and responsible use of AI, particularly in high-risk settings. This initiative is a significant step towards balancing innovation with ethical considerations and public safety. The Need…

Python & Notepad++, (Sat, Sep 7th)
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Python & Notepad++, (Sat, Sep 7th)
Password Cracking & Energy: More Dedails, (Sun, Sep 8th)
Here are more details on the power consumption of my desktop computer when I crack passwords (cfr diary entry “Quickie: Password Cracking & Energy”). This article has been indexed from SANS Internet Storm Center, InfoCON: green Read the original article:…
Feds indicted two alleged administrators of WWH Club dark web marketplace
Russian And Kazakhstani men indicted for operating the Dark Web cybercriminals marketplace WWH Club and other crime forums and markets. Alex Khodyrev (35) from Kazakhstan) and Pavel Kublitskii (37) from Russia have been indicted in Tampa, Florida, for conspiracy to…
22,000 PyPI Packages Affected by Revival Hijack Supply-Chain Attack
It has been discovered that hackers can distribute malicious payloads easily and efficiently through the package repository on the PyPI website by using a simple and troublesome exploit. A JFrog security researcher has discovered a new supply chain attack…
SECURITY AFFAIRS MALWARE NEWSLETTER – ROUND 10
Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape. BlackSuit Ransomware Dissecting the Cicada Year-Long Campaign of Malicious npm Packages Targeting Roblox Users Rocinante: The trojan horse that wanted…
Addressing Critical Challenges in Responsible Enterprise AI Adoption
In recent years, Artificial Intelligence has become an integral part of our daily lives and business operations. As AI technologies continue to advance at a rapid pace, organizations across various industries are embracing these innovations to streamline processes, enhance decision-making,…