Chinese APT group Stately Taurus exploited Visual Studio Code to target government entities in Southeast Asia for cyberespionage. They utilized the software’s reverse shell feature to infiltrate networks, a technique first detected in 2023. This article has been indexed from…
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New PIXHELL Attack Exploits Screen Noise to Exfiltrates Data from Air-Gapped Computers
A new side-channel attack dubbed PIXHELL could be abused to target air-gapped computers by breaching the “audio gap” and exfiltrating sensitive information by taking advantage of the noise generated by the pixels on the screen. “Malware in the air-gap and…
Shining a Light on Shadow Apps: The Invisible Gateway to SaaS Data Breaches
Shadow apps, a segment of Shadow IT, are SaaS applications purchased without the knowledge of the security team. While these applications may be legitimate, they operate within the blind spots of the corporate security team and expose the company to…
New Chrome Zero-Day
According to Microsoft researchers, North Korean hackers have been using a Chrome zero-day exploit to steal cryptocurrency. This article has been indexed from Schneier on Security Read the original article: New Chrome Zero-Day
Risk Assessment and Gap Analysis for Industrial Control System infrastructure: the core essentials
Conducting a risk assessment and gap analysis exercise for Industrial Control System environments is important from cybersecurity, business continuity, and risk mitigation perspectives. It is important to bring the risk exposure down to acceptable levels and minimize the risk tolerance…
Looking Toward U.S. Federal Privacy Regulation, How Software Companies can Prepare
Software developers, as key players in the digital ecosystem, must proactively adapt to these changes to ensure compliance and uphold the privacy rights of users. The post Looking Toward U.S. Federal Privacy Regulation, How Software Companies can Prepare appeared first…
Underground Demand for Malicious LLMs is Robust
The underground market for malicious large language models (LLMs) is thriving, according to researchers from Indiana University Bloomington. They found 212 malicious LLMs for sale from April through September 2024. This article has been indexed from Cyware News – Latest…
‘TIDrone’ Cyberattackers Target Taiwan’s Drone Manufacturers
TIDrone, linked to Chinese-speaking groups, deploys advanced malware through ERP software or remote desktop tools. Trend Micro identified the threat actor as actively pursuing military and satellite industrial supply chains in Taiwan. This article has been indexed from Cyware News…
Threat Assessment: Repellent Scorpius, Distributors of Cicada3301 Ransomware
Repellent Scorpius distributes Cicada3301 ransomware, using double extortion and targeting global victims since May 2024. We break down their toolset and more. The post Threat Assessment: Repellent Scorpius, Distributors of Cicada3301 Ransomware appeared first on Unit 42. This article has…
China Delegation Visits Brussels Over EV Tariffs
China sends senior-level trade officials to Brussels over upcoming EU tariffs on electric vehicles amidst soaring trade tensions This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: China Delegation Visits Brussels Over EV Tariffs
Beware Of Malicious Chrome Extension That Delivers Weaponized ZIP Archive
In August 2024, researchers detected a malicious Google Chrome browser infection that led to the distribution of LummaC2 stealer malware that utilized a drive-by download of a ZIP archive containing an MSI app packaging file, which, when executed, installed the…
Researchers Details Attacks On Air-Gaps Computers To Steal Data
The air-gap data protection method isolates local networks from the internet to mitigate cyber threats and protect sensitive data, which is commonly used by organizations dealing with confidential information such as personal, financial, medical, legal, and biometric data. By eliminating…
Key Cyber Insurance Stakeholders Urge Government To Help Close $900B in Uncovered Risk
Marsh McLennan and Zurich Insurance Group have issued a white paper highlighting the need for a public-private partnership to help close this significant coverage gap, which poses a threat to both businesses and the economy. This article has been indexed…
Just-in-Time Access: Key Benefits for Cloud Platforms
Just-in-time access has emerged as a game-changing approach to enhance the security posture of cloud environments. This innovative method aligns with the principle of least privilege, reducing the attack surface and minimizing potential security risks. The post Just-in-Time Access: Key…
Our Cybersecurity Journey Starts With a Single Overworked Staffer
When operating a security program in an existing deployment, it can be tempting to romanticize an opportunity like a greenfield deployment. But starting from square one doesn’t mean you’ll be […] The post Our Cybersecurity Journey Starts With a Single…
CISA Issues Warning About Three Actively Exploited Vulnerabilities in the Wild
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an urgent warning about three critical vulnerabilities currently being exploited in the wild. These vulnerabilities affect a range of widely used software and systems, posing significant risks to organizations and individuals…
Cybercriminals Target Latin American Banks with Mekotio, BBTok, and Grandoreiro Trojans
These campaigns aim to steal sensitive banking credentials using innovative tactics, expanding beyond traditional regions like Brazil and Argentina to industries such as manufacturing, retail, and financial services. This article has been indexed from Cyware News – Latest Cyber News…
Slim CD Data Breach Impacts 1.7 Million Individuals
Slim CD says the personal and credit card information of 1.7 million was compromised in a ten-month-long data breach. The post Slim CD Data Breach Impacts 1.7 Million Individuals appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek…
Mustang Panda Deploys Advanced Malware to Spy on Asia-Pacific Governments
The threat actor tracked as Mustang Panda has refined its malware arsenal to include new tools in order to facilitate data exfiltration and the deployment of next-stage payloads, according to new findings from Trend Micro. The cybersecurity firm, which is…
Cybersecurity News: Payment processing breach, dark web admins charged, Predator spyware resurges
1.7 million impacted in payment processing breach In an ironic twist, payment gateway provider Slim CD says they’ve swiftly initiated an investigation into a breach affecting around 1.7 million individuals. […] The post Cybersecurity News: Payment processing breach, dark web…