Krebs on Security
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Image: Shutterstock, iHaMoo. Adam Griffin is still in disbelief over how quickly he was robbed of nearly $500,000 in cryptocurrencies. A scammer called using a real Google phone number to warn his Gmail account was being hacked, sent email security alerts directly from google.com, and ultimately seized control over the account by convincing him to click “yes” to a Google prompt on his mobile device.
Schneier on Security
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Really interesting research into the structure of prime numbers. Not immediately related to the cryptanalysis of prime-number-based public-key algorithms, but every little bit matters.
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The Last Watchdog
DECEMBER 18, 2024
To wrap up our 2024 year-end roundtable, we turn our attention to new technologies and trends that are emerging to help bridge the gaps. Part four of our four-part series From cybersecurity skills shortages to the pressures of hybrid work, the challenges facing organizations are at an all-time high. Experts here explore the importance of fostering a resilient workforce, backed by AI-enhanced training and layered security strategies.
Zero Day
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Open-source tools like Grafana Labs and AI-driven AIOps are shaking up incident management, challenging PagerDuty and streamlining IT problem-solving and code fixes. Here's why it matters.
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The Last Watchdog
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Today, part three of Last Watchdog s year-end roundtable zeroes in on the regulatory and compliance landscape. Part three of a four-part series In 2024, global pressure on companies to implement advanced data protection measures intensified, with new standards in encryption and software transparency raising the bar. From the push for quantum-resilient cryptography to Software Bill of Material (SBOM ) requirements aimed at bolstering supply chain security, this installment examines the regulatory
Security Boulevard
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Since the earliest incidents of computer break-ins, experts have maintained that making the internet a safe place is going to be an uphill battle. Their reasons, while largely technical, also encompass human complacency. Research shows that most organizations and users fail to follow the simple practices that make computing safe. In 2024, organizations reported a.
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Security Boulevard
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Arctic Wolf this week revealed it has acquired the Cyclance endpoint security platform from Blackberry for $160 million. The post Arctic Wolf Acquires Cylance Endpoint Security Platform to Further AI Ambitions appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Zero Day
DECEMBER 18, 2024
If you're having trouble with Windows 11, consult this short list of the four best things you can do to enhance your PC's performance.
The Hacker News
DECEMBER 18, 2024
INTERPOL is calling for a linguistic shift that aims to put to an end to the term "pig butchering," instead advocating for the use of "romance baiting" to refer to online scams where victims are duped into investing in bogus cryptocurrency schemes under the pretext of a romantic relationship.
Zero Day
DECEMBER 18, 2024
If you're considering a migration from the soon sunsetting Windows 10 to Linux and you're looking for a way to test the open-source operating system, here are four options.
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The Hacker News
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed a new phishing campaign that has targeted European companies with an aim to harvest account credentials and take control of the victims' Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure. The campaign has been codenamed HubPhish by Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 owing to the abuse of HubSpot tools in the attack chain.
Zero Day
DECEMBER 18, 2024
With Image Playground, you can generate images based on themes and other concepts, your own descriptions, and photos from your device's library.
The Hacker News
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Across small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) and managed service providers (MSPs), the top priority for cybersecurity leaders is to keep IT environments up and running. To guard against cyber threats and prevent data breaches, its vital to understand the current cybersecurity vendor landscape and continually assess the effectiveness of available solutions.
Security Boulevard
DECEMBER 18, 2024
With the right tools, your SOC will soon run just like a world-class race car pit crew to deliver on the mission that matters the most: Stopping breaches. The post 4 Ways To Unleash Speed and Efficiency in the SOC appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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The Hacker News
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The Russia-linked APT29 threat actor has been observed repurposing a legitimate red teaming attack methodology as part of cyber attacks leveraging malicious Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) configuration files.
Zero Day
DECEMBER 18, 2024
And why some users are avoiding the latest AI features on their phones.
Security Boulevard
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Virtual skimmers exploit vulnerabilities in websites that process payments online, often without leaving a trace until its too late. The post Understanding Virtual Skimmers: A Threat to E-Commerce Security appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Zero Day
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Automattic, the company behind WordPress, is fighting with WP Engine, one of the leading WordPress hosting companies. This situation could spell trouble for WordPress users.
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Security Affairs
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Kaspersky researchers linked a new wave of cyber attacks to the cyber espionage group tracked as The Mask. Kaspersky researchers linked several targeted attacks to a cyber espionage group known as The Mask. The APT group targeted an organization in Latin America in 2019 and 2022. Threat actors accessed an MDaemon email server and used its WorldClient webmail component to maintain persistence within the compromised organization. “The persistence method used by the threat actor was based on
Zero Day
DECEMBER 18, 2024
TP-Link products have been connected to several high-profile hacking incidents. (Also, they're made in China.
Security Boulevard
DECEMBER 18, 2024
A CLM policy also puts you in the best position to mitigate and prevent cyberthreats, including man-in-the-middle attacks and phishing scams. The post 5 Reasons to Create a Certificate Lifecycle Management Policy for the New Year appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Security Affairs
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Russia-linked APT29 group uses malicious RDP configuration files, adapting red teaming methods for cyberattacks to compromise systems. In October 2024, the Russia-linked cyber espionage group APT29 (aka Earth Koshchei, SVR group , Cozy Bear , Nobelium , BlueBravo , Midnight Blizzard , and The Dukes ) used rogue RDP attacks via phishing emails targeting governments, think tanks, and Ukrainian entities to steal data and install malware.
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Security Boulevard
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Phishing continues to be the threat vector of choice for adversaries, ransomware continues to deliver the desired financial and destructive results for attackers, while organizations, both public and private, are growing increasingly concerned about the risks posed by insiders. The post Acumen Threat Analysis: Preparing for 2025 appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Zero Day
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Sometimes disaster strikes and conventional communication systems fail. Here's how amateur ham radio operators provide a crucial link between those in affected areas and the outside world.
The Hacker News
DECEMBER 18, 2024
BeyondTrust has disclosed details of a critical security flaw in Privileged Remote Access (PRA) and Remote Support (RS) products that could potentially lead to the execution of arbitrary commands. Privileged Remote Access controls, manages, and audits privileged accounts and credentials, offering zero trust access to on-premises and cloud resources by internal, external, and third-party users.
Zero Day
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Linux is more popular than ever, but certain myths still surround the open-source OS. Let's clear some things up.
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Security Affairs
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Meta has been fined 251M ($263M) for a 2018 data breach affecting millions in the EU, marking another penalty for violating privacy laws. The Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) fined Meta 251 million ($263M) for a 2018 data breach impacting 29 million Facebook accounts. “The Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) has today announced its final decisions following two inquiries into Meta Platforms Ireland Limited (MPIL).
Zero Day
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Areas resistant to automation - like legal services and healthcare - are attracting novel applications that could even displace human workers, according to a Bank of America report.
Penetration Testing
DECEMBER 18, 2024
A critical command injection vulnerability (CVE-2024-12356) has been discovered in BeyondTrusts Privileged Remote Access (PRA) and Remote Support (RS) solutions. With a CVSS score of 9.8, this flaw represents a... The post CVE-2024-12356 (CVSS 9.8): Critical Vulnerability in BeyondTrust PRA and RS Enables Remote Code Execution appeared first on Cybersecurity News.
Zero Day
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Pegasus spyware has been infamous for infecting the phones of journalists, activists, human rights organizations, and dissidents globally. iVerifyBasic helped me scan my phone for spyware in just 5 minutes.
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