Technical specifics and a proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit have been made available for a recently disclosed critical security flaw in Progress Software OpenEdge Authentication Gateway and AdminServer, which could be potentially exploited to bypass authentication protections. Tracked as CVE-2024-1403, the vulnerability has…
New DoNex Ransomware Observed in the Wild Targeting Enterprises
Enterprises across the United States and Europe are on high alert as a new ransomware strain, dubbed “DoNex,” has been actively compromising companies and claiming victims. This emergent threat has cybersecurity experts working overtime to understand the attack’s full scope…
Who’s to Blame for Hacked Social Media Accounts, Spoofed Online Meeting Requests and Malware
In episode 320, Tom and Scott discuss the contentious issue of who is accountable when Facebook or Instagram accounts are hacked, discussing potential failings on both the user’s and Meta’s part. They explore the possibility of inadequate security measures on…
Navigating the Delicate Balance: Transparency and Information Security in NATO
In the complex world of international relations and military alliances, NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) is a critical pillar of collective defense. As NATO conducts its largest military exercise since 1988, the Steadfast Defender Exercise, it grapples with a fundamental…
10 free cybersecurity guides you might have missed
This collection of free cybersecurity guides covers a broad range of topics, from resources for developing cybersecurity programs to specific guides for various sectors and organizations. Whether you work for a small business, a large corporation, or a specific industry,…
KeePassXC adds support for Passkeys, improves database import from Bitwarden and 1Password
KeePassXC has been updated to 2.7.7. The latest version of the open source password manager adds support for Passkeys, and has gained the ability to import your vault data from Bitwarden. Passkeys […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
A Comprehensive Guide to Mobile Application Security Testing
With the rapid proliferation of mobile applications across various industries, ensuring the security of these apps has become paramount. Mobile application security testing is a crucial step in the development process to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities that could be exploited…
Transitioning to memory-safe languages: Challenges and considerations
In this Help Net Security interview, Omkhar Arasaratnam, General Manager at the Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF), discusses the evolution of memory-safe programming languages and their emergence in response to the limitations of languages like C and C++. Memory safety…
Microsoft suspects Russian hackers still lurking in its corporate network
In a recent statement, Microsoft, the American software behemoth, has raised concerns over the presence of Russian state-funded hackers within its corporate network. Despite affirming that its software remains uncompromised, the company has warned of potential threats lurking within its…
Email security trends in the energy and infrastructure sector
In this Help Net Security video, Mike Britton, CISO at Abnormal Security, discusses how energy and infrastructure organizations face an increased risk of business email compromise and vendor email compromise attacks. According to Abnormal Security data, from February 2023 to…
CloudGrappler: Open-source tool detects activity in cloud environments
CloudGrappler is an open-source tool designed to assist security teams in identifying threat actors within their AWS and Azure environments. The tool, built on the foundation of Cado Security’s cloudgrep project, offers enhanced detection capabilities based on the tactics, techniques,…
Microsoft waited 6 months to patch actively exploited admin-to-kernel vulnerability
PLUS: NSA shares cloud security tips; Infosec training for Jordanian women; Critical vulnerabilities Infosec in brief Cybersecurity researchers informed Microsoft that Notorious North Korean hackers Lazarus Group discovered the “holy grail” of rootkit vulnerabilities in Windows last year, but Redmond…
Advanced AI, analytics, and automation are vital to tackle tech stack complexity
97% of technology leaders find traditional AIOps models are unable to tackle the data overload, according to Dynatrace. Organizations are drowning in data The research reveals that organizations are continuing to embrace multi-cloud environments and cloud-native architectures to enable rapid…
Cyber Security Today for Monday, March 11, 2024 – Breaking Bad in Cyber Security
Breaking Bad in cybersecurity – UK companies are warned that cybersecurity employees may moonlight on the dark web. Microsoft reveals that Russians hackers’ attack is still ongoing. A system used by US government states and agencies has a critical flaw…
Insider threats can damage even the most secure organizations
Insider threats encompass both intentional and unintentional actions. Some insiders may maliciously exploit their access for personal gain, espionage, or sabotage, while others may inadvertently compromise security protocols due to negligence, lack of awareness, or coercion. Consequently, the challenge for…
Breaking bad in cybersecurity: Cyber Security Today for Monday, March 11, 2024
Breaking Bad in cybersecurity – UK companies are warned that cybersecurity employees may moonlight on the dark web. Microsoft reveals that Russians hackers’ attack is still ongoing. A system used by US government states and agencies has a critical flaw…
Nanotechnology: Innovations at the Molecular Scale
Immerse yourself in the world of nanotechnology where groundbreaking innovations at the molecular scale are reshaping our future. The post Nanotechnology: Innovations at the Molecular Scale appeared first on Security Zap. This article has been indexed from Security Zap Read…
ISC Stormcast For Monday, March 11th, 2024 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/8888, (Mon, Mar 11th)
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 Monday, March 11th, 2024…
HIPAA and Privacy Act Training Challenge Exam [XLS download]
Contemporary healthcare organizations are obligated to protect a vast amount of sensitive patient data due to the broad definition of Protected Health Information (PHI) under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). The proliferation of electronic health records, digital…
What happens when you accidentally leak your AWS API keys? [Guest Diary], (Sun, Mar 10th)
[This is a Guest Diary by Noah Pack, an ISC intern as part of the SANS.edu BACS program] This article has been indexed from SANS Internet Storm Center, InfoCON: green Read the original article: What happens when you accidentally leak…
Biometric Authentication: Advancements and Challenges
Buckle up for a journey into the realm of biometric authentication where convenience meets privacy concerns – your identity is at stake! The post Biometric Authentication: Advancements and Challenges appeared first on Security Zap. This article has been indexed from…
Lithuania security services warn of China’s espionage against the country
A report published by Lithuanian security services warned that China has escalated its espionage operations against Lithuania. A report released by Lithuanian security services has cautioned that China has intensified espionage activities targeting Lithuania. Previously, the government of Beijing was…
Are We Experiencing the End of Biometrics?
[By John Gallagher, Vice President of Viakoo Labs] Biometric security is often viewed as superior to passwords when it comes to protecting sensitive systems or data. The interface between physical and software security, verified by unique personal identifiers like iris…
OWASP Mobile Top 10 Lists For 2024
The OWASP Mobile Top 10 provides a roadmap for developers and security professionals to identify and mitigate the… The post OWASP Mobile Top 10 Lists For 2024 appeared first on Hackers Online Club (HOC). This article has been indexed from…