The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has updated its widely utilized Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), a key document for mitigating cybersecurity risks. The latest version, 2.0, is tailored to cater to a broad range of audiences, spanning various industry…
WordPress Plugin Alert – Critical SQLi Vulnerability Threatens 200K+ Websites
A critical security flaw has been disclosed in a popular WordPress plugin called Ultimate Member that has more than 200,000 active installations. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-1071, carries a CVSS score of 9.8 out of a maximum of 10. Security researcher Christiaan…
Trending Cyber Attack news headlines on Google
APT29 moves from Government infrastructure towards Cloud Service Providers APT29, also known as Midnight Blizard or Cozy Bear and associated with Russian Intelligence, appears to have altered its approach from targeting government infrastructure to focusing on cloud service providers. This…
Using AI to reduce false positives in secrets scanners
As development environments grow more complex, applications increasingly communicate with many external services. When a software development project communicates with an external service, it utilizes a token or “secret” for authentication. These tokens are the glue that keeps any modern…
Overcoming the pressures of cybersecurity startup leadership
In this Help Net Security interview, Kunal Agarwal, CEO at Dope Security, offers a look into the CEO’s leadership philosophy, the process of building a high-caliber team, and the unique challenges of navigating a startup in the tech industry. Dope…
Enterprises’ progress in digital trust implementation is far from great
A growing divide separates leaders with a firm grasp on digital trust from those at the bottom of the pool, according to DigiCert. While digital trust overwhelmingly remains a critical focus for all enterprises, the latest report from DigiCert shines…
Does AI remediation spell the end for developers in 2024?
Big tech firms are already rolling out AI remediation tools to prevent developers from introducing security risks into the software development lifecycle (SDLC). In this Help Net Security video, Matias Madou, CTO at Secure Code Warrior, discusses how AI remediation…
China warns of fake digital currency wallets fleecing netizens
Scammers’ tactics are tiresomely familiar: get-rich-quick schemes and data harvesting China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has warned local netizens that fake wallet apps for the nation’s central bank digital currency (CBDC) are already circulating and being abused by…
Anonymous Sudan Promoting New DDoS Botnet: Beware
It has come to light that a group known as Anonymous Sudan is actively promoting a new Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) botnet service named “Skynet-GodzillaBotnet.” An advertisement circulating online showcases a red dragon logo with the word “SKYNET.” The…
Unmanaged third-party access threatens OT environments
Many industrial organizations lack the resources, expertise, and collaborative processes to effectively mitigate threats and ensure secure access to operational technology (OT) systems, according to Cyolo. Ensuring secure access to OT environments is about more than just cybersecurity. These environments…
Smart Home Security: Protecting Your Connected Devices
Addressing the risks and consequences of insecure smart devices, this discussion explores the importance of smart home security and how it can protect our valuable devices. The post Smart Home Security: Protecting Your Connected Devices appeared first on Security Zap.…
ISC Stormcast For Tuesday, February 27th, 2024 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/8870, (Tue, Feb 27th)
This post doesn’t have text content, please click on the link below to view the original article. This article has been indexed from SANS Internet Storm Center, InfoCON: green Read the original article: ISC Stormcast For Tuesday, February 27th, 2024…
PCAParse
I was doing some research recently regarding what’s new to Windows 11, and ran across an interesting artifact, which seems to be referred to as “PCA”. I found a couple of interesting references regarding this artifact, such as this one…
Cloud-Native Security for Modern Businesses
Find out the essential steps modern businesses must take to secure their cloud-native applications and protect their critical assets. The post Cloud-Native Security for Modern Businesses appeared first on Security Zap. This article has been indexed from Security Zap Read…
Sidebar: The powerful Digital Safety Commission
A look at the powers of the proposed five-person body charged with overseeing the Online This article has been indexed from IT World Canada Read the original article: Sidebar: The powerful Digital Safety Commission
VulnRecap 2/26/24 – VMWare, Apple, ScreenConnect Face Risks
Discover the past week’s exploits targeting VMWare, Apple, and ScreenConnects’ vulnerabilities. The post VulnRecap 2/26/24 – VMWare, Apple, ScreenConnect Face Risks appeared first on eSecurity Planet. This article has been indexed from eSecurity Planet Read the original article: VulnRecap 2/26/24…
The Quick and Easy Solution to Lagging 5G Monetization
Initially hailed as a global savior, and more recently labeled a disappointment, the reality of 5G lies somewhere in between. The truth is, these oversimplified perspectives tend to overshadow the true value and effort required, while keeping the focus on…
LoanDepot Ransomware Attack Leads to Data Breach; 17 Million Impacted
By Waqas LoanDepot identified the ransomware attack on January 4, 2024 This is a post from HackRead.com Read the original post: LoanDepot Ransomware Attack Leads to Data Breach; 17 Million Impacted This article has been indexed from Hackread – Latest…
Meta ramps up efforts to combat disinformation ahead of crucial EU elections
As crucial EU elections approach, Facebook’s parent Meta unveils new strategies to detect deepfakes and combat disinformation, but experts say influencers remain vulnerable to manipulation. This article has been indexed from Security News | VentureBeat Read the original article: Meta…
Latest Research Reveals Rise in API Attacks in 2023, Putting Businesses at Risk in 2024
The State of API Security in 2024 Report highlights how APIs and their increased usage are significantly changing the threat landscape. In 2023, the number of API-targeted attacks rose significantly. Attacks targeting the business logic of APIs constituted 27% of…
Malicious Packages in npm, PyPI Highlight Supply Chain Threat
Software developers are being targeted with malicious packages in npm and PyPI as threat groups launch software supply-chain attacks. The post Malicious Packages in npm, PyPI Highlight Supply Chain Threat appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed…
From Indiana Jones to Cybersecurity: The Inspiring Journey of Devin
As a young boy, Devin found himself captivated by the adventures of Indiana Jones, the whip-wielding archaeologist from the VHS movies his grandfather showed him. The thrill of unearthing history and the allure of the unknown ignited a spark in…
Nevada sues to deny kids access to Meta’s Messenger encryption
State government says it’s thinking of the children A law firm acting on behalf of the Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford has asked a state court to issue a temporary restraining order (TRO) denying minors access to encrypted communication in…
7 Cyber Safety Tips to Outsmart Scammers
Welcome to the wild west of the digital world where cyber scammers lurk around every pixelated corner. Cybercrime isn’t just a futuristic Hollywood plotline, it’s a real threat that targets everyone—from wide-eyed kids to seasoned adults and wise grandparents. And…