Legitimate-but-compromised websites are being used as a conduit to deliver a Windows backdoor dubbed BadSpace under the guise of fake browser updates. “The threat actor employs a multi-stage attack chain involving an infected website, a command-and-control (C2) server, in some…
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Telenor establishes Telenor Cyberdefense
Telenor, the renowned Norwegian telecom giant, has launched Telenor Cyberdefense, marking its entry into the cybersecurity sector. This strategic move comes in response to the alarming findings of the 2023 Norstat survey, which revealed that one in five business leaders…
How cars can pose a cyber threat to user privacy
In today’s interconnected world, the advent of smart cars has brought convenience and innovation to the automotive industry. However, with this connectivity comes a new set of cybersecurity challenges, particularly concerning user privacy. Modern cars, equipped with sophisticated onboard systems…
FBI Arrested U.K. Hacker Linked to Scattered Spider Hacking Group
A 22-year-old British man was apprehended by authorities in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. The arrest, carried out by the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in collaboration with the Spanish Police, marks a breakthrough in the fight against cybercrime.…
NiceRAT Malware Targets South Korean Users via Cracked Software
Threat actors have been observed deploying a malware called NiceRAT to co-opt infected devices into a botnet. The attacks, which target South Korean users, are designed to propagate the malware under the guise of cracked software, such as Microsoft Windows,…
Low code, high stakes: Addressing SQL injection
Like a bad movie that seems to go on forever, SQL injection (SQLi) attacks have lingered since the late 1990s. Due to various factors, they remain the third most common source of web application vulnerabilities. Reasons include human error, new…
The rise of SaaS security teams
In this Help Net Security interview, Hillary Baron, Senior Technical Director for Research at CSA, highlights that the recent surge in organizations establishing dedicated SaaS security teams is driven by significant data breaches involving widely used platforms. What motivated the…
Ghidra: Open-source software reverse engineering framework
Ghidra, a cutting-edge open-source software reverse engineering (SRE) framework, is a product of the National Security Agency (NSA) Research Directorate. The framework features high-end software analysis tools, enabling users to analyze compiled code across various platforms, including Windows, macOS, and…
AI’s impact on data privacy remains unclear
In this Help Net Security round-up, experts discuss the importance of embracing AI while implementing protective measures against threats, global AI adoption, consumer perceptions, and behaviors regarding data privacy. Complete videos Tracy Reinhold, CSO at Everbridge, discusses why AI technology…
Malicious emails trick consumers into false election contributions
Major regional and global events – such as military exercises, political or economic summits, political conventions, and elections – drove cyber threat activities, according to Trellix. “The last six months have been unprecedented – a state of polycrisis remains and…
ISC Stormcast For Monday, June 17th, 2024 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/9026, (Mon, Jun 17th)
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 Monday, June 17th, 2024…
That didn’t take long: replacement for SORBS spam blacklist arises … sort of
ALSO: online adoption cyberstalker nabbed; Tesla trade secrets thief pleads guilty; and a critical ASUS Wi-Fi vuln In Brief A popular spam blocklist service that went offline earlier this month has advised users it is down permanently – but at…
Can governments turn AI safety talk into action?
Industry players and governments discuss guardrails for AI, but aren’t deploying them. Here’s what’s missing. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article: Can governments turn AI safety talk into action?
Japan’s space junk cleaner hunts down major target
PLUS: Australia to age limit social media; Hong Kong’s robo-dogs; India’s new tech minister The space junk cleaning mission launched by Japan’s Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) has successfully hunted down one of its targets.… This article has been indexed from…
USENIX Security ’23 – We Really Need to Talk About Session Tickets: A Large-Scale Analysis of Cryptographic Dangers with TLS Session Tickets
Authors/Presenters:Sven Hebrok, Simon Nachtigall, Marcel Maehren, Nurullah Erinola, Robert Merget, Juraj Somorovsky, Jörg Schwenk Many thanks to USENIX for publishing their outstanding USENIX Security ’23 Presenter’s content, and the organizations strong commitment to Open Access. Originating from the conference’s events…
How we differentiate ARMO Platform from Open Source Kubescape
In this blog post we will be discussing how we differentiate ARMO Platform from Open Source Kubescape. The post How we differentiate ARMO Platform from Open Source Kubescape appeared first on ARMO. The post How we differentiate ARMO Platform from…
Security Affairs newsletter Round 476 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION
A new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter arrived! Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free for you in your email box. Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press. London…
Phishing Attack Abuses Windows Search Protocol to Deploy Malware
A recently developed phishing campaign has emerged, leveraging the Windows Search protocol to deliver malicious scripts to unsuspecting users. This sophisticated attack uses HTML attachments to exploit the search-ms URI, pushing harmful batch files hosted on remote servers. The…
Identity Verification Becomes Crucial in the Digital Age
In the rapidly changing digital landscape, identity verification is emerging as a critical concern. As Web3 places increasing emphasis on data ownership and trust, authenticating one’s identity is becoming a major challenge. Recently, Roundtable anchor Rob Nelson and Ralf…
What is Identity Threat Detection And Response (ITDR)
Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR) is a framework that focuses on protecting your organization from being compromised by threat actors exploiting your organization’s identities. Practically, ITDR solutions include system policies, best practices, and effective tools to monitor, detect, and…