If the first patches don’t work, try, try again VMware has pushed a second patch for a critical, heap-overflow bug in the vCenter Server that could allow a remote attacker to fully compromise vulnerable systems after the first software update,…
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SEC Charges Four Companies Over Misleading Disclosures on SolarWinds Hack
The SEC announces penalties against Unisys, Avaya, Check Point and Mimecast for downplaying the impact of the SolarWinds Orion hack. The post SEC Charges Four Companies Over Misleading Disclosures on SolarWinds Hack appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been…
How much HTTP (not HTTPS) Traffic is Traversing Your Perimeter?, (Tue, Oct 22nd)
Back in June of 2010, The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) released the first beta release of the “HTTPS Everywhere” plugin [1]. Even then, most websites offered HTTPS. But unlike today, HTTP was often still the default, and HTTPS was not…
Critical Vulnerability Patched In Jetpack WordPress Plugin
Heads up, WordPress admins! It’s time to update your websites with the latest Jetpack release… Critical Vulnerability Patched In Jetpack WordPress Plugin on Latest Hacking News | Cyber Security News, Hacking Tools and Penetration Testing Courses. This article has been…
SEC fines four companies $7 million for ‘misleading cyber disclosures’ regarding SolarWinds hack
The SEC concluded that four tech companies misled investors and minimized the damage they suffered from the SolarWinds supply chain hack. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only. This article has been indexed from Security News |…
Keeper Security Calls for Action: Week Four
As Cybersecurity Action Month enters its fourth week, Keeper Security has emphasised the importance of keeping software up to date to protect against emerging threats. The provider of zero-trust and zero-knowledge cybersecurity software protecting passwords, passkeys, privileged access, secrets and…
KnowBe4 Launches Complimentary Training Module Following Thwarted North Korean Infiltration Attempt
Today, KnowBe4, security awareness training and simulated phishing platform provider have announced the release of a complimentary cybersecurity module aimed at enhancing organizational safety during the hiring and onboarding process. This initiative comes on the heels of KnowBe4’s recent experience…
Tech firms to pay millions in SEC penalties for misleading SolarWinds disclosures
Unisys, Avaya, Check Point, and Mimecast settled with the agency without admitting or denying wrongdoing Four high-profile tech companies reached an agreement with the Securities and Exchange Commission to pay millions of dollars in penalties for misleading investors about their…
Meta Restarts Use Of Facial Recognition For ‘Celebrity Scam Ad’ Crackdown
Three years after dropping the use of facial recognition, Meta says it will use the tech again to aid in crackdown on ‘celeb-bait ads’ This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Meta Restarts Use Of…
Dark Web Anti-Bot Services Let Phishers Bypass Google’s Red Page
Anti-bot services on the dark web help phishers bypass Google’s Red Page. These services offer tools to evade… This article has been indexed from Hackread – Latest Cybersecurity, Tech, Crypto & Hacking News Read the original article: Dark Web Anti-Bot…
What NIST’s post-quantum cryptography standards mean for data security
Data security is the cornerstone of every business operation. Today, the security of sensitive data and communication depends on traditional cryptography methods, such as the RSA algorithm. While such algorithms secure against today’s threats, organizations must continue to look forward…
Researchers link Polyfill supply chain attack to huge network of copycat gambling sites
A supply chain hack targeting 100,000 websites was launched to redirect internet users to a massive online gambling network. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only. This article has been indexed from Security News | TechCrunch Read…
Team-Based Training and the Power of Simulation
In the constantly evolving realm of cybersecurity, it is critical for incident responders to be prepared and effective. As cyber threats grow more complex, the training approaches for these defenders… The post Team-Based Training and the Power of Simulation appeared…
Nidec Corporation Ransomware Attack: Data Leak on Dark Web
In a recent disclosure, Nidec Corporation, a global leader in precision motors and automotive components, confirmed a significant data breach from a ransomware attack that occurred earlier this year. Hackers, after failing to extort the company, leaked stolen data…
Security Experts Downplay the Significance of the Chinese Quantum “Hack”
Security experts have recommended caution following a series of doom-laden reports in recent days claiming that Chinese researchers have cracked military-grade encryption via quantum computing technology. The reports, which first appeared in the South China Morning Post last week,…
LLMjacking and Open-Source Tool Abuse Surge in 2024 Cloud Attacks
Cloud attacks surged in 2024 as attackers exploited cloud resources at unprecedented levels This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: LLMjacking and Open-Source Tool Abuse Surge in 2024 Cloud Attacks
Samsung zero-day flaw actively exploited in the wild
Google’s Threat Analysis Group (TAG) researchers warn of a Samsung zero-day vulnerability that is exploited in the wild. Google’s Threat Analysis Group (TAG) warns of a Samsung zero-day vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-44068 (CVSS score of 8.1), which is exploited in…
Akira ransomware is encrypting victims again following pure extortion fling
Crooks revert to old ways for greater efficiency Experts believe the Akira ransomware operation is up to its old tricks again, encrypting victims’ files after a break from the typical double extortion tactics.… This article has been indexed from The…
SEC Charges Tech Firms Over Misleading SolarWinds Hack Disclosures
Four current and former publicly trading tech companies have agreed to pay civil penalties in relation to the SEC charges This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: SEC Charges Tech Firms Over Misleading SolarWinds Hack Disclosures
Dutch central bank says to keep cash on hand and Hackers targeting US Elections 2024 with domains
Dutch Central Bank Issues Warning: Keep Cash on Hand In recent weeks, the focus has largely been on the potential threats posed by state-sponsored cyber attacks targeting banks and financial institutions. However, the Dutch Central Bank, known as De Nederlandsche…