The SHA256 algorithm, a cryptographic hash function, is widely used for securing data integrity and authenticity. It processes input data in fixed-size chunks of 512 bits (64 bytes) and produces a unique 256-bit (32-byte) hash. This property allows for incremental…
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Australians Hit With One Cyber Attack Every Second in 2024
Australia saw a record surge in cyber attacks in 2024, with data breaches escalating. Experts warn of rising risks as hackers may exploit AI-driven tactics. This article has been indexed from Security | TechRepublic Read the original article: Australians Hit…
US Funding Cuts Are Helping Criminals Get Away With Child Abuse and Human Trafficking
Services supporting victims of online child exploitation and trafficking around the world have faced USAID and State Department cuts—and children are suffering as a result, sources tell WIRED. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article:…
Macron Shares Deepfakes As AI Summit Begins
French president Emmanuel Macron shares deepfake videos of himself as France, EU announce AI plans at Paris AI Action Summit This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Macron Shares Deepfakes As AI Summit Begins
Seven-Year-Old Linux Kernel Bug Opens Door to Remote Code Execution
Researchers have uncovered a critical vulnerability in the Linux kernel, dating back seven years, that could allow attackers to execute remote code. The flaw, identified in the core TCP subsystem, was introduced through a race condition in the inet_twsk_hashdance function.…
Serious about online privacy? This ‘live’ Linux OS is for you
You might think you’re operating system gives you the privacy you need, but unless you’re using an OS like Tails Linux, your privacy cannot be guaranteed. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the…
What Is Malware? Definition, Examples, and More
Learn what malware is, its various types, and how it can affect your devices. Explore real-world examples and essential tips for protection. The post What Is Malware? Definition, Examples, and More appeared first on eSecurity Planet. This article has been…
12K+ KerioControl Firewall Instances Vulnerable to 1-Click RCE Exploit
A critical security vulnerability, CVE-2024-52875, has been identified in GFI KerioControl firewalls, affecting versions 9.2.5 through 9.4.5. This flaw, which can be exploited for remote code execution (RCE), has already drawn significant attention from cybercriminals, with thousands of unpatched systems…
Leveraging Microsoft Text Services Framework (TSF) for Red Team Operations
The Praetorian Labs team was tasked with identifying novel and previously undocumented persistence mechanisms for use in red team engagements. Our primary focus was on persistence techniques achievable through modifications in HKCU, allowing for stealthy, user-level persistence without requiring administrative…
Attackers Use 2.8 Million Devices in Major Brute Force Attack
Threat actors are using as many as 2.8 million edge and IoT devices from around the world in a massive brute force attack that is targeting edge security systems from Palo Alto Networks, Ivanti, SonicWall, and other vendors, according to…
BadIIS Malware Exploits IIS Servers for SEO Fraud
Trend Micro uncovers BadIIS malware exploiting IIS servers for SEO fraud and malicious redirects This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: BadIIS Malware Exploits IIS Servers for SEO Fraud
Security Controls in the Android Operating System (OS)
As part of the Android Application Security series, we are going to understand the security controls provided by Android OS (operating system) to protect the applications that are running on the device. Without these security controls in place, the data…
A suicide reveals the lonely side of AI chatbots, with Courtney Brown (Lock and Code S06E03)
This week on the Lock and Code podcast, we speak with Courtney Brown about whether an AI chatbot can be blamed for a teenager’s suicide. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A suicide reveals the…
Handala Hackers Claim Massive Data Breach on Israeli Police, Leak 350,000 Files
Iranian-linked hackers claim to have breached Israeli police systems, stealing 2.1TB of sensitive data. Police deny the breach. Learn more about the alleged hack and its implications. This article has been indexed from Hackread – Latest Cybersecurity, Tech, Crypto &…
Protect those you love from internet scams this Valentine’s Day
February is a great month to refresh your cyber awareness skills. February 11 marks Safer Internet Day, encouraging us to work together to make the internet a safer and better place. It’s the perfect time to learn more about cybersecurity…
Global police operation seizes 8base ransomware gang leak site
The U.S. government previously said 8base indiscriminately targeted multiple sectors across the United States, including healthcare © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only. This article has been indexed from Security News | TechCrunch Read the original article:…
Cloud-native certificate lifecycle management: exploring the benefits & capabilities
Cloud-native certificate lifecycle management (CLM) revolutionizes digital certificate handling by automating issuance, renewal, and revocation. Unlike traditional on-premise methods, cloud-native platforms enhance security, scalability, and efficiency while reducing costs. They leverage automation, containerization, and APIs for seamless integration and real-time…
Vulnerability Summary for the Week of February 3, 2025
High Vulnerabilities PrimaryVendor — Product Description Published CVSS Score Source Info .TUBE gTLD–.TUBE Video Curator Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation (‘Cross-site Scripting’) vulnerability in .TUBE gTLD .TUBE Video Curator allows Reflected XSS. This issue affects .TUBE Video…
⚡ THN Weekly Recap: Top Cybersecurity Threats, Tools and Tips [10 February]
In cybersecurity, the smallest crack can lead to the biggest breaches. A leaked encryption key, an unpatched software bug, or an abandoned cloud storage bucket—each one seems minor until it becomes the entry point for an attack. This week, we’ve…
Hackers Exploit Google Tag Manager to Deploy Credit Card Skimmers on Magento Stores
Threat actors have been observed leveraging Google Tag Manager (GTM) to deliver credit card skimmer malware targeting Magento-based e-commerce websites. Website security company Sucuri said the code, while appearing to be a typical GTM and Google Analytics script used for…