The chemical sector plays a crucial role in the global economy, providing essential materials for industries ranging from pharmaceuticals to agriculture. However, as technology advances, so do the risks associated with digital systems. Cyber threats, such as ransomware, data breach-es,…
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Ransomware attacks on Texas University and Namibia Telecom
Interlock Ransomware Targets Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center A relatively unknown ransomware group, Interlock, has reportedly targeted the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, posing a significant threat to the personal data of over 1.46 million patients. The gang…
CISA Releases Secure Practices for Microsoft 365 Cloud Services
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued Binding Operational Directive (BOD) 25-01: Implementing Secure Practices for Cloud Services, to enhance the cybersecurity posture of Federal Civilian Executive Branch (FCEB) agencies utilizing cloud services, including Microsoft 365. This directive,…
Data Sovereignty in a Cloud-Driven World is not a Given
Data sovereignty refers to the principle that digital information can remain subject to the laws and governance structures of the country where it is collected or stored. But this, like most things related to the cloud, is more complicated than…
Patch Alert: Critical Apache Struts Flaw Found, Exploitation Attempts Detected
Threat actors are attempting to exploit a recently disclosed security flaw impacting Apache Struts that could pave the way for remote code execution. The issue, tracked as CVE-2024-53677, carries a CVSS score of 9.5 out of 10.0, indicating critical severity.…
Meta Fined €251 Million for 2018 Data Breach Impacting 29 Million Accounts
Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Threads, has been fined €251 million (around $263 million) for a 2018 data breach that impacted millions of users in the bloc, in what’s the latest financial hit the company…
These Six Innovations Have the Potential to Transform Cybersecurity in 2025
The cybersecurity landscape evolves at a breakneck pace, with new, sophisticated threats challenging even the most intricate defenses. As 2025 approaches, several groundbreaking innovations are poised to redefine how businesses and individuals secure their digital assets and respond to emerging…
CISO accountability: Navigating a landscape of responsibility
What was once primarily a technical role, CISOs now find themselves accountable for organizational risk, regulatory compliance, and even legal liabilities across the entire organization. However, as cyber threats intensify, it’s clear that overseeing cybersecurity operations enterprise-wide is not feasible…
Key steps to scaling automated compliance while maintaining security
In this Help Net Security interview, Vivek Agarwal, Privacy Program Manager at Meta Platforms, shares insights on strategies for reducing time to market, improving vendor onboarding, and updating privacy requirements to ensure compliance across third-party contracts. From leveraging automation and…
Securing Your SaaS: How AppOmni Mitigates SaaS Risks and Protects Data
In this 20 minute session, we’ll introduce you to AppOmni, the platform designed to reduce SaaS data exposure, detect threats, and prevent data breaches. The post Securing Your SaaS: How AppOmni Mitigates SaaS Risks and Protects Data appeared first on…
Securing SaaS – Lessons, Trends, and Strategies for 2025 with Guest Forrester
Our guest speaker, Forrester Vice President, Principal Analyst, Andras Cser, will share key insights on the risks and trends shaping the SaaS security landscape as we move into 2025. The post Securing SaaS – Lessons, Trends, and Strategies for 2025…
Vanir: Open-source security patch validation for Android
Google’s open-source tool Vanir enables Android developers to quickly scan custom platform code for missing or applicable security patches. By automating patch validation, Vanir helps OEMs deliver critical security updates faster, enhancing the security of the Android ecosystem. Vanir uses…
Consumers wrongly attribute all data breaches to cybercriminals
Breaches in 2024 had less impact on consumers’ trust in brands compared to the previous year (a 6.5% decrease from 62% in 2023 to 58% in 2024), according to a recent Vercara report. Most consumers also remain unaware of the…
ISC Stormcast For Wednesday, December 18th, 2024 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/9260, (Wed, Dec 18th)
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 Wednesday, December 18th, 2024…
Phishers cast wide net with spoofed Google Calendar invites
Not that you needed another reason to enable the ‘known senders’ setting Criminals are spoofing Google Calendar emails in a financially motivated phishing expedition that has already affected about 300 organizations with more than 4,000 emails sent over four weeks,…
DEF CON 32 – HookChain A New Perspective For Bypassing EDR Solutions
Authors/Presenters: Helvio Carvalho Junior Our sincere appreciation to DEF CON, and the Authors/Presenters for publishing their erudite DEF CON 32 content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Las Vegas Convention Center; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink…
[Guest Diary] A Deep Dive into TeamTNT and Spinning YARN, (Wed, Dec 18th)
[This is a Guest Diary by James Levija, an ISC intern as part of the SANS.edu Bachelor's Degree in Applied Cybersecurity (BACS) program [1].] This article has been indexed from SANS Internet Storm Center, InfoCON: green Read the original article:…
Interpol wants everyone to stop saying ‘pig butchering’
Victim’s feelings might get hurt, global cops contend, and that could hinder reporting Interpol wants to put an end to the online scam known as “pig butchering” through linguistic policing rather than law enforcement.… This article has been indexed from…
Facebook Owner Hit With 251 Million Euros in Fines for 2018 Data Breach
EU privacy watchdogs hit Facebook owner Meta with fines totaling 251 million euros after an investigation into a 2018 data breach that exposed millions of accounts. The post Facebook Owner Hit With 251 Million Euros in Fines for 2018 Data…
LDAP Enumeration: Unveiling the Double-Edged Sword of Active Directory
Using real-world examples and offering plenty of pragmatic tips, learn how to protect your directory services from LDAP-based attacks. The post LDAP Enumeration: Unveiling the Double-Edged Sword of Active Directory appeared first on Unit 42. This article has been indexed…