In a recent cyberattack targeting a construction company, hackers attempted to deploy the LockBit ransomware on a target network but were thwarted. In an unexpected twist, they resorted to a previously unknown ransomware variant called 3AM, successfully infiltrating the…
Next-Gen Threat Hunting Techniques With SIEM-SOAR Integration
In the constantly shifting realm of cybersecurity, remaining ahead of emerging threats is no longer merely an aspiration but an imperative. With cyber adversaries continuously enhancing their skills and tenacity, businesses are progressively embracing cutting-edge technologies and inventive tactics to…
Why You Shouldn’t Test on Rooted Devices
“Mobile is becoming not only the new digital hub but also the bridge to the physical world.”– Thomas Husson, VP and Principal Analyst at Forrester Research Mobile devices have become an inevitable part of organizations’ strategies to do more with…
Extradited Russian Hacker Behind ‘NLBrute’ Malware Pleads Guilty
Russian hacker Dariy Pankov has pleaded guilty to computer fraud and now faces a maximum penalty of five years in federal prison. The post Extradited Russian Hacker Behind ‘NLBrute’ Malware Pleads Guilty appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been…
How DNS Layer Security Stops Ransomware and Other Cyberattacks
DNS-Layer Security protects users from threats that arise from inbound and outbound traffic. It refers to monitoring communications between endpoints and the internet at a DNS-layer level. Imagine the DNS layer security as a gatekeeper who makes sure that all…
Google throws California $93M to make location tracking lawsuit disappear
Half a percent of last quarter’s net income? That’ll teach ’em Google has been hit with another lawsuit alleging it deceived users about its collection, storage, and use of their location data, this time from the state of California. Yet it’s…
Safeguarding Your Organization: Insights for IT Pros During National Insider Threat Awareness Month
September marks National Insider Threat Awareness Month (NITAM), an annual campaign dedicated to shedding light on the risks posed by trusted insiders. Whether employees, contractors, partners, or collaborators, these authorized individuals have the potential to intentionally or accidentally cause significant…
Securing Your Applications With Spring Security
In today’s increasingly digital world, securing your applications has become paramount. As developers, we must ensure that our applications are protected from unauthorized access and malicious attacks. One popular solution for securing Java applications is Spring Security, a comprehensive and…
MidgeDropper Variant Targets Work-from-Home Employees on Windows PCs
By Deeba Ahmed If you are working from home, you need to be on the lookout for the new and complex variant of MidgeDropper malware. This is a post from HackRead.com Read the original post: MidgeDropper Variant Targets Work-from-Home Employees…
Microsoft: ‘Peach Sandstorm’ Cyberattacks Target Defense, Pharmaceutical Orgs
For months, the Iran-backed APT has carried out waves of password spray attacks attempting to authenticate to thousands of environments across multiple targets worldwide. This article has been indexed from Dark Reading Read the original article: Microsoft: ‘Peach Sandstorm’ Cyberattacks…
Popular Resort and Casino Giant Experiences Cybersecurity Issue
Globally popular hospitality and casino giant, MGM resorts is witnessing a cyber-attack, following which its customers have reported several issues with the proper functioning of slot machines and online room booking systems. While the company has acknowledged this as a…
Pentagon’s 2023 Cyber Strategy Focuses on Helping Allies
The Pentagon has published an unclassified summary of its 2023 Cyber Strategy, outlining both offensive and defensive plans. The post Pentagon’s 2023 Cyber Strategy Focuses on Helping Allies appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek RSS…
ICO issues warning over smart devices harvesting personal data
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has issued a warning about the risks posed by smart devices harvesting personal data. The ICO also announced a crackdown on connected devices, announcing plans for new rules and action to be taken against manufacturers…
Ransomware Access Broker Leverages Microsoft Teams Titles for Account Theft
A Microsoft warning has been issued about a new phishing campaign which is being undertaken by one of its first-level access brokers. This campaign uses Teams messages as lures to sneak into corporate networks to collect sensitive data. Under…
Apple says better keep data out of cloud
Apple’s recent Wonderlust event has garnered significant attention, particularly in the realm of digital viewership statistics. However, one noteworthy message from the tech giant has reverberated across the globe: safeguard your data by keeping it out of the cloud. Apple,…
Rockwell Automation Pavilion8
View CSAF 1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY CVSS v3 8.8 ATTENTION: Exploitable remotely/low attack complexity Vendor: Rockwell Automation Equipment: Pavilion8 Vulnerability: Improper Authentication 2. RISK EVALUATION Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to retrieve other user’s sessions data. 3.…
Siemens RUGGEDCOM APE1808 Product Family
As of January 10, 2023, CISA will no longer be updating ICS security advisories for Siemens product vulnerabilities beyond the initial advisory. For the most up-to-date information on vulnerabilities in this advisory, please see Siemens’ ProductCERT Security Advisories (CERT Services |…
Siemens SIMATIC, SIPLUS Products
As of January 10, 2023, CISA will no longer be updating ICS security advisories for Siemens product vulnerabilities beyond the initial advisory. For the most up-to-date information on vulnerabilities in this advisory, please see Siemens’ ProductCERT Security Advisories (CERT Services |…
Fortinet Releases Security Updates for Multiple Products
Fortinet has released security updates to address vulnerabilities (CVE-2023-29183 and CVE-2023-34984) affecting FortiOS, FortiProxy, and FortiWeb. A cyber threat actor can exploit one of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. CISA encourages users and administrators to review…
Trend Micro Protects Kingston University During Peak Clearing Period
Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cybersecurity leader, today revealed that it is supplying managed detection and response (MDR) capabilities to Kingston University free of charge to mitigate the threat of serious cyber disruption during their busiest time of year for student recruitment.…
Two New York Hospitals Breached by the LockBit Ransomware Group
The notorious LockBit ransomware group claims to have breached two major hospitals from upstate New York, the Carthage Area Hospital and Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center. The two hospitals serve hundreds of thousands of patients. Details on the Attack: The Hospitals Are…
In Other News: China Blames NSA for Hack, AI Jailbreaks, Netography Spin-Off
Noteworthy stories that might have slipped under the radar: China blames NSA for a cyberattack, AI jailbreaks, and Netography spin-off. The post In Other News: China Blames NSA for Hack, AI Jailbreaks, Netography Spin-Off appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article…
California Settles With Google Over Location Privacy Practices for $93 Million
Search giant Google has agreed to a $93 million settlement with the state of California over its location-privacy practices. The post California Settles With Google Over Location Privacy Practices for $93 Million appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been…
NCSC: Why Cyber Extortion Attacks No Longer Require Ransomware
Ransomware becoming less of a factor as threat actors extort businesses with payment options that are less than regulatory fines. This article has been indexed from Dark Reading Read the original article: NCSC: Why Cyber Extortion Attacks No Longer Require…