A malicious campaign emerged on June 21, 2024, distributing a JavaScript file hosted on grupotefex.com, which executes an MSI installer, subsequently dropping a Brute Ratel Badger DLL into the user’s AppData. The command-and-control framework Brute Ratel then downloads and inserts…
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PKfail, Critical Firmware Supply-Chain Issue Let Attackers Bypass Secure Boot
Hackers often attack secure boot during the boot process to execute unauthorized code, which gives them the ability to bypass a system’s security measures. By compromising Secure Boot, they can install rootkits and malware at a low level, gaining persistent…
Meta Nukes Massive Instagram Sextortion Network of 63,000 Accounts
Meta has taken down 63,000 Instagram accounts in Nigeria involved in sextortion scams, including a network of 2,500 accounts linked to 20 individuals targeting adult men in the US. This article has been indexed from Cyware News – Latest Cyber…
Russia-Backed Brute-Force Campaign Targets Microsoft Infrastructure in EU
The European Union (EU) is currently confronting a significant surge in cyberattacks, primarily originating from Russia and these brute-force assaults are targeting corporate and institutional networks. The post Russia-Backed Brute-Force Campaign Targets Microsoft Infrastructure in EU appeared first on Security…
Why Biometrics are Key to a Safe Paris Olympics
Biometrics can be a force for major good in our society and around various facets of the upcoming Paris Olympics, most notably public safety. The post Why Biometrics are Key to a Safe Paris Olympics appeared first on Security Boulevard.…
US Crypto Exchange Gemini Reveals Breach
Thousands of customers of cryptocurrency exchange Gemini have had personal data compromised This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: US Crypto Exchange Gemini Reveals Breach
Hollywood Video Game Performers Strike Over AI Fears
Performers for major game producers including Activision and EA go on strike after 18 months of negotiations over generative AI protections This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Hollywood Video Game Performers Strike Over AI…
Apple Signs White House AI Safeguards
Apple joins White House Voluntary AI Safeguards programme, joining 15 other major companies in agreeing to safety and transparency measures This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Apple Signs White House AI Safeguards
LinkedIn To Pay $6.625m In Ad Lawsuit Settlement
Microsoft’s LinkedIn agrees to $6.625m settlement with advertisers over alleged overcharging based on inflated ad metrics This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: LinkedIn To Pay $6.625m In Ad Lawsuit Settlement
Cisco Patches the Products Impacted by RADIUS Protocol Vulnerability
Cisco has issued patches for multiple products affected by a critical vulnerability in the RADIUS protocol. The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-3596, was disclosed by security researchers on July 7, 2024. This flaw allows an on-path attacker to forge responses using…
Navigating PCI DSS 4.0: Your Guide to Compliance Success
The transition to PCI DSS 4.0 is here. The transition period from PCI DSS 3.2 ended on March 31, 2024, so businesses in all sectors must focus on aligning their practices with the new requirements. This blog will guide you…
Dazz Snaps up $50M for AI-Based, Automated Cloud Security Remediation
Existing investors Greylock Partners, Cyberstarts, Insight Partners, and Index Ventures are collectively described as “leading” the round. Dazz, which launched in 2021, has now raised around $110 million in total. This article has been indexed from Cyware News – Latest…
French Police Push PlugX Malware Self-Destruct Payload to Clean PCs
The operation started in France on July 18, 2024, and is anticipated to extend to other countries like Malta, Portugal, Croatia, Slovakia, and Austria. Victims in France will be individually notified by the ANSSI about the clean-up process. This article…
Hallucination Control: Benefits and Risks of Deploying LLMs as Part of Security Processes
LLMs have introduced a greater risk of the unexpected, so, their integration, usage and maintenance protocols should be extensive and closely monitored. The post Hallucination Control: Benefits and Risks of Deploying LLMs as Part of Security Processes appeared first on…
A week in security (July 22 – July 28)
A list of topics we covered in the week of July 22 to July 28 of 2024 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (July 22 – July 28)
NVIDIA Patches Flaw in Jetson Software Used in AI-Powered Systems
The flaw in the Jetson Linux component of the JetPack SDK impacts devices such as the Jetson AGX Xavier Series, Jetson Xavier NX, Jetson TX1, Jetson TX2 Series, and Jetson Nano. This article has been indexed from Cyware News –…
Fighting Fire with Fire: Using AI to Thwart Cybercriminals
Organizations are increasingly implementing generative AI (GenAI) solutions to boost productivity and introduce new operational efficiencies. Unfortunately, so are cybercriminals, and they’re doing so with alarming effectiveness. The post Fighting Fire with Fire: Using AI to Thwart Cybercriminals appeared first…
‘Stargazer Goblin’ Creates 3,000 Fake GitHub Accounts for Malware Spread
A threat actor known as Stargazer Goblin has set up a network of inauthentic GitHub accounts to fuel a Distribution-as-a-Service (DaaS) that propagates a variety of information-stealing malware and netting them $100,000 in illicit profits over the past year. The…
French Govt Investigating Recent Malware Attack that Compromised 3,000 Machines
The French government has investigated a malware attack that compromised approximately 3,000 machines within the country. The attack, part of a more extensive botnet operation affecting millions globally, has raised serious concerns about cybersecurity as France prepares to host the…
Report: 95% of Organizations Face Severe Software Supply Chain Risk
OSC&R report reveals that 95% organizations face high software supply chain risks. Despite advancements in application security programs, more work is needed to manage risks effectively. This article has been indexed from Cyware News – Latest Cyber News Read the…