Halliburton Company has confirmed that a cyber attack led to unauthorized access and data theft from its systems. The incident, which came to light on August 21, 2024, has prompted the company to initiate a comprehensive cybersecurity response plan. Immediate…
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Zyxel Warns of Critical OS Command Injection Flaw in Routers
The flaw, known as CVE-2024-7261, has a CVSS v3 score of 9.8, enabling hackers to execute arbitrary commands on the host operating system by manipulating user-supplied data. This article has been indexed from Cyware News – Latest Cyber News Read…
Cthulhu Stealer: New macOS Malware Targets Apple Users’ Data
As per recent reports, a new macOS malware, dubbed the Cthulhu stealer, has been discovered by cybersecurity researchers. The information stealer is designed to target macOS hosts and is capable of harvesting a wide range of information. In this article,…
Bad Reasons to Update Your Linux Kernel
Linux kernel updates often include performance improvements and hardware compatibility. Regular kernel updates are crucial for patching vulnerabilities and protecting your system from cyberattacks. Live patching eliminates the need to reboot the system, avoiding service interruptions. Freshen up with something…
Debian Patches Two Dovecot Vulnerabilities
A recent discovery has exposed critical vulnerabilities in the Dovecot mail server, potentially allowing attackers to exploit the IMAP implementation and disrupt service. These vulnerabilities, identified as CVE-2024-23184 and CVE-2024-23185, can lead to denial-of-service (DoS) attacks by overwhelming the server…
Clearview AI Faces €30.5M Fine for Building Illegal Facial Recognition Database
The Dutch Data Protection Authority (Dutch DPA) has imposed a fine of €30.5 million ($33.7 million) against facial recognition firm Clearview AI for violating the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union (E.U.) by building an “illegal database…
Initial Access Brokers Target $2bn Revenue Companies
Cyberint claims that initial access brokers target companies with average revenue of nearly $2bn This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: Initial Access Brokers Target $2bn Revenue Companies
Intel ‘May Be Removed’ From Dow Index
Intel likely to be removed from Dow Jones Industrial Average amidst ongoing turnaround challenges, report finds, as stock takes another hit This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Intel ‘May Be Removed’ From Dow Index
Goldman Sachs Research Finds AI Could Reduce Oil Prices
Artificial intelligence (AI) could reduce oil prices as it boosts supply due to greater efficiencies, Goldman Sachs predicts This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Goldman Sachs Research Finds AI Could Reduce Oil Prices
AI Data Centre Boom Driving Huge Emissions Rise, Finds Research
AI, cloud data centre expansion to produce 2.5 billion metric tonnes of emissions through end of decade, finds Morgan Stanley report This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: AI Data Centre Boom Driving Huge Emissions…
Starlink Says ‘Complying’ With X Ban In Brazil
Elon Musk satellite broadband company Starlink says complying with order to ban Musk-owned X in Brazil, after initial refusal This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Starlink Says ‘Complying’ With X Ban In Brazil
Employee Cybersecurity Awareness Training Strategies for AI-Enhanced Attacks
With the adoption of AI in almost every sphere of our lives and its unending advancement, cyberattacks are rapidly increasing. Threat actors with malicious intent use AI tools to create phishing emails and other AI-generated content to bypass traditional security…
Let’s Dance: Securing Access with PIM and PAM to Prevent Breaches
I know when to log out Know when to log in Get things done In the spirit of David Bowie, let’s explore how to navigate the labyrinth of privileged access management without getting “Under Pressure.” No one wants to mistype…
Samba 4.21 comes with upgraded security features
Samba is the standard suite of programs that enables seamless interoperability between Linux/Unix and Windows systems. Version 4.21 has been officially released. Hardening In previous versions of Samba, if a user or group name in either option could not be…
Earth Lusca Uses KTLVdoor Backdoor for Multiplatform Intrusion
While monitoring Earth Lusca, we discovered the threat group’s use of KTLVdoor, a highly obfuscated multiplatform backdoor, as part of a large-scale attack campaign. This article has been indexed from Trend Micro Research, News and Perspectives Read the original article:…
PoC Exploit Released For 0-Day Windows Kernel Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Microsoft released several patches for multiple vulnerabilities during the Patch Tuesday for August 2024. One of the vulnerabilities listed by Microsoft was the CVE-2024-38106. This vulnerability is associated with Windows Kernel Privilege Escalation affecting multiple Microsoft Windows OSes including Windows…
Connectivity they can count on: Claflin University’s tech revolution
Technology modernizations, reliable broadband access, and upskilling are transforming the way Claflin University delivers a high-quality education and how students and the community can now connect in ways they’ve never connected before. This article has been indexed from Cisco Blogs…
Can Every Business Afford to Be a Target?
As malicious actors increasingly create cybercriminal business models, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face a changing cyber threat landscape. Today, being a cybercriminal no longer requires advanced technical skills, expanding the number of attackers and their attack capabilities. Unlike larger…
September is Preparedness Month
For Preparedness Month in September, Keeper Security, a provider of zero-trust and zero-knowledge cybersecurity software, has urged businesses to prepare for the rising tide of cyber threats by prioritising fundamental cybersecurity practices. With more sensitive data being stored online, the…
Bluetooth Channel Sounding enhances security of Bluetooth connected devices
The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG), the organization that oversees Bluetooth technology, released Bluetooth Channel Sounding, a new secure, fine-ranging feature that promises to enhance the convenience, safety, and security of Bluetooth connected devices. By enabling true distance awareness in…