Cyber crooks are exploiting users’ interest in Semrush, a popular SEO, advertising, and market research SaaS platform, to steal their Google account credentials. The fraudulent campaign Malwarebytes researchers have spotted a campaign consisting of a slew of malicious ads shown…
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NAKIVO Backup & Replication vulnerability exploited by attackers (CVE-2024-48248)
A vulnerability (CVE-2024-48248) in NAKIVO Backup and Replication, a backup, ransomware protection and disaster recovery solution designed for organizations of all sizes and managed service providers (MSPs), is being actively exploited. The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has…
The hidden risk in SaaS: Why companies need a digital identity exit strategy
In the face of sudden trade restrictions, sanctions, or policy shifts, relying on SaaS providers outside your region for identity services is a gamble that companies can no longer afford to take. With trade disputes set to escalate, a sudden…
AI will make ransomware even more dangerous
Ransomware is the top predicted threat for 2025, which is especially concerning given 38% of security professionals say ransomware will become even more dangerous when powered by AI, according to Ivanti. In comparison to the threat level, only 29% of…
Scammers cash in on tax season
AI-powered phishing emails, deepfake phone calls, and fake tax prep websites are making tax scams more convincing and costly than ever, according to McAfee. Cybercriminals are pulling out all the stops to trick Americans out of their hard-earned money, and…
New infosec products of the week: March 21, 2025
Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from 1Kosmos, Cloudflare, Cytex, Keysight Technologies, and TXOne Networks. Keysight AI Insight Brokers accelerates threat detection and response Keysight Technologies announces the expansion of its Keysight…
Why rooting and jailbreaking make you a target
As cybercriminals have moved to a mobile-first attack strategy, rooting and jailbreaking mobile devices remain a powerful attack vector. Such mobile devices bypass critical security protocols, leaving organizations vulnerable to mobile malware, data breaches, and complete system compromises. Threats reported…
Cybersecurity jobs available right now in the USA: March 20, 2025
AI Security Architect Verizon | USA | Hybrid – View job details As an AI Security Architect, you will ensure security architecture reviews are integrated into Verizon’s AI development lifecycle. This includes embedding robust security measures from design to deployment,…
SlashNext’s URL analysis tool identifies malicious behavior
SlashNext launched a new advanced URL analysis feature that performs live, in-depth scanning of unknown URLs, tracking requests and following redirection to track the original link to its final destination. Developed specifically for complex attacks executed by cybercriminals who have…
Critical Veeam Backup & Replication RCE vulnerability fixed, patch ASAP! (CVE-2025-23120)
Veeam has released fixes for a critical remote code execution vulnerability (CVE-2025-23120) affecting its enterprise Veeam Backup & Replication solution, and is urging customers to quickly upgrade to a fixed version. There is currently no indication that the vulnerability is…
RansomHub affiliate leverages multi-function Betruger backdoor
A RansomHub affiliate is leveraging a new multi-function backdoor dubbed Betruger to perform various actions during their attacks, Symantec researchers have discovered. The Betruger backdoor The malware can take screenshots, log keystroke, scan networks, dump credentials, upload files to a…
Kali Linux 2025.1a drops with theme refresh, Kali NetHunter updates
Kali Linux 2025.1a is now available. This release enhances existing features with improvements designed to streamline your experience. 2025 theme refresh Kali Linux 2025.1a introduces an annual theme refresh, maintaining a modern interface. This year’s update debuts a redesigned theme…
5 pitfalls that can delay cyber incident response and recovery
The responsibility of cyber incident response falls squarely on the shoulders of the CISO. And many CISOs invest heavily in technical response procedures, tabletop exercises and theoretical plans only to find out that when an actual breach strikes the organization…
Chinese military-linked companies dominate US digital supply chain
Despite growing national security concerns and government restrictions, Chinese military-linked companies remain deeply embedded in the US digital supply chain, according to Bitsight. These organizations, many of which have been designated by the US Department of Defense as “Chinese Military…
How healthcare CISOs can balance security and accessibility without compromising care
In this Help Net Security interview, Sunil Seshadri, EVP and CSO at HealthEquity, talks about the growing risks to healthcare data and what organizations can do to stay ahead. He shares insights on vendor management, zero trust, and securing the…
70% of leaked secrets remain active two years later
Long-lived plaintext credentials have been involved in most breaches over the last several years, according to GitGuardian. When valid credentials, such as API keys, passwords, and authentication tokens, leak, attackers at any skill level can gain initial access or perform…
Most organizations change policies to reduce CISO liability risk
93% of organizations made policy changes over the preceding 12 months to address concerns about increased personal liability for CISOs, according to Fastly. This includes two in five organizations (41%) increasing CISO participation in strategic decisions at the board level.…
1Kosmos 1Key secures shared login environments and OT systems
1Kosmos announced 1Kosmos 1Key for shared account login environments. With FIDO-compliant biometric authentication, 1Kosmos 1Key addresses the pressing need for security, accountability, and auditability in settings where multiple users access shared accounts, such as operational technology (OT) systems, hospitality services,…
APTs have been using zero-day Windows shortcut exploit for eight years (ZDI-CAN-25373)
State-sponsored threat actors and cybercrime groups from North Korea, Iran, Russia, and China have been exploiting a zero-day Windows vulnerability with no fix in sight for the last eight years, researchers with Trend Micro’s Zero Day Initiative have warned on…
Vanta unveils features and capabilities to strengthen security collaboration
Vanta announced a series of new features and capabilities to help security and GRC teams seamlessly collaborate across their organization and extended network. These releases—including team-based collaboration and granular user access, an integrated Vanta Exchange for vendor security reviews, enhanced…