The Last Watchdog
MARCH 18, 2025
Palo Alto, Calif., Mar. 18, 2025, CyberNewswire — SquareX , a pioneer in Browser Detection and Response (BDR) space, announced the launch of the “Year of Browser Bugs” (YOBB) project today, a year-long initiative to draw attention to the lack of security research and rigor in what remains one of the most understudied attack vectors – the browser.
Security Affairs
MARCH 18, 2025
Threat actors exploit a server-side request forgery (SSRF) flaw, tracked as CVE-2024-27564, in ChatGPT, to target US financial and government organizations. Cybersecurity firm Veriti reports that threat actors are exploiting a server-side request forgery (SSRF) vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-27564 (CVSS score of 6.5), in ChatGPT to target financial and government organizations in the US.
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The Last Watchdog
MARCH 18, 2025
Weve seen this movie before. Alphabet, Googles parent company’s, $32 billion bid for Wiz isnt just about security and privacy. Its the latest round in Big Techs long-running game of business leapfrogwhere each giant keeps lunging into the next guys home turf, trying to reshape the battlefield in its favor. Think about it. Google tried to unseat Microsoft Office with Google Apps.
Security Affairs
MARCH 18, 2025
U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) adds Fortinet FortiOS/FortiProxyand GitHub Actionflaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added the following vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog : CVE-2025-24472 Fortinet FortiOS and FortiProxy Authentication Bypass Vulnerability CVE-2025-30066 tj-actions/changed-files GitHub Action Embedded Malicious Code Vulnerability In Fe
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Many cybersecurity awareness platforms offer massive content libraries, yet they fail to enhance employees’ cyber resilience. Without structured, engaging, and personalized training, employees struggle to retain and apply key cybersecurity principles. Phished.io explains why organizations should focus on interactive, scenario-based learning rather than overwhelming employees with excessive content.
Malwarebytes
MARCH 18, 2025
Amazon has announced its Echo devices will no longer have the option to store and process requests on the device itself, meaning your voice recordings will now be sent to the cloud for processing. In an email sent to customers, Amazon explained that the feature “Do Not Send Voice Recordings” will no longer be available beginning March 28, 2025.
Security Affairs
MARCH 18, 2025
Microsoft discovered a new remote access trojan (RAT), dubbed StilachiRAT, that uses sophisticated techniques to avoid detection. In November 2024, Microsoft researchers discovered StilachiRAT, a sophisticated remote access trojan (RAT) designed for stealth, persistence, and data theft. Analysis of its WWStartupCtrl64.dll module revealed that the malware supports sophisticated functionalities to steal credentials from browsers, digital wallet data, clipboard content, and system information.
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Security Boulevard
MARCH 18, 2025
Attackers increasingly leverage AI-powered exploitation and can quickly identify vulnerable systems, infiltrate networks unnoticed and move laterally to compromise critical assets. The post The Future of Enterprise Security: AI-powered Lateral Defense in a Dynamic Threat Landscape appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Security Affairs
MARCH 18, 2025
11 state-sponsored APTs exploit malicious.lnk files for espionage and data theft, with ZDI uncovering 1,000 such files used in attacks. At least 11 state-sponsored threat groups have been abusing Windows shortcut files for espionage and data theft, according to an analysis by Trend Micros Zero Day Initiative (ZDI). Trend ZDI researchers discovered 1,000 malicious.lnk files used by nation-state actors and cybercrime groups to execute hidden malicious commands on a victims machine by exploiting th
Security Boulevard
MARCH 18, 2025
Prompt Security today extended its platform to enable organizations to implement policies that restrict the types of data surfaced by a large language model (LLM) that employees are allowed to access. The post Prompt Security Adds Ability to Restrict Access to Data Generated by LLMs appeared first on Security Boulevard.
SecureWorld News
MARCH 18, 2025
In recent months, a sophisticated scam has emerged, targeting drivers across the United States with fraudulent text messages about unpaid road tolls. These "smishing" scamsphishing attempts conducted via SMSaim to deceive recipients into divulging personal and financial information. The FBI, along with state authorities and cybersecurity experts, have issued warnings to the public to remain vigilant against these deceptive tactics.
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The DHS compliance audit clock is ticking on Zero Trust. Government agencies can no longer ignore or delay their Zero Trust initiatives. During this virtual panel discussion—featuring Kelly Fuller Gordon, Founder and CEO of RisX, Chris Wild, Zero Trust subject matter expert at Zermount, Inc., and Principal of Cybersecurity Practice at Eliassen Group, Trey Gannon—you’ll gain a detailed understanding of the Federal Zero Trust mandate, its requirements, milestones, and deadlines.
Security Boulevard
MARCH 18, 2025
CISA, in collaboration with the FBI and NSA, identified and attributed multiple attacks to Russian entities, emphasizing the risks posed by state-backed Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs). The post “My Vas Pokhoronim!” appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing
MARCH 18, 2025
Thales OneWelcome Identity Platform and HIPAA Compliance in 2025 madhav Wed, 03/19/2025 - 05:58 The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) has undergone significant changes in 2025, introducing enhanced requirements to address growing cyber threats and ensure comprehensive data protection. The Thales OneWelcome Identity Platform is fully HIPAA compliant, offering robust Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) solutions tailored to meet these updated regulations.
Security Affairs
MARCH 18, 2025
The GitHub Action tj-actions/changed-files was compromised, enabling attackers to extract secrets from repositories using the CI/CD workflow. Researchers reported that threat actors compromised the GitHub Action tj-actions/changed-files , allowing the leak of secrets from repositories using the continuous integration and continuous delivery CI/CD workflow.
eSecurity Planet
MARCH 18, 2025
In a landmark move set to reshape the cybersecurity landscape, Alphabet, the parent company of Google, has agreed to acquire Israeli cybersecurity startup Wiz in a deal valued at approximately $32 billion. The acquisition, which underscores Alphabets ambition to strengthen its cloud security offerings, marks one of the largest investments in cybersecurity to date.
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IT Security Guru
MARCH 18, 2025
Technology has transformed so many areas of our lives and relatively quickly in the grand scheme of things. From tech used to make education more accessible, for example, to the ever talked about artificial intelligence (AI) shaping many sectors, the way tech has integrated with the modern world both seamlessly and speedily is notable. One area where technology has reshaped experience is online dating.
Security Boulevard
MARCH 18, 2025
Cyber threats are growing in sophistication, and adversaries are continually evolving their methods, targeting businesses, governments, and individuals with precision. For network defenders and fraud prevention teams, understanding this evolving landscape is critical to preempt attacks, mitigate risks, and protect key assets. But how do you stay ahead of these relentless attackers?
Penetration Testing
MARCH 18, 2025
A newly disclosed server-side request forgery (SSRF) vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-27564, has become a significant target for cybercriminals, The post CVE-2024-27564: Attackers Exploit OpenAI Vulnerability in the Wild appeared first on Cybersecurity News.
The Hacker News
MARCH 18, 2025
Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed details of two critical flaws impacting mySCADA myPRO, a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system used in operational technology (OT) environments, that could allow malicious actors to take control of susceptible systems.
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Many software teams have migrated their testing and production workloads to the cloud, yet development environments often remain tied to outdated local setups, limiting efficiency and growth. This is where Coder comes in. In our 101 Coder webinar, you’ll explore how cloud-based development environments can unlock new levels of productivity. Discover how to transition from local setups to a secure, cloud-powered ecosystem with ease.
Security Through Education
MARCH 18, 2025
Many of us dont realize just how much we share about ourselves on the internet. Social media provides us with a fast, efficient, and exciting way to share our interests and experiences with our friends, but who outside of our sphere REALLY needs to know all this information about us? The internet never forgetsold accounts, personal information, and forgotten posts can linger for years.
Zero Day
MARCH 18, 2025
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Approachable Cyber Threats
MARCH 18, 2025
Category News, Vulnerabilities Risk Level Hackers are setting their sights on the IT supply chain, and your data is the prize. Meet Silk Typhoonthe latest cyber threat you need to know about. If youre part of the US IT supply chain, you know theres no shortage of malicious actors trying to break into your networks and steal your proprietary information.
Security Boulevard
MARCH 18, 2025
Organizations that adopt these AI-driven strategies will not only improve the accuracy and efficiency of their threat detection but also gain a competitive edge by making smarter, faster decisions in every aspect of their operations. The post Transforming Security Operations With Generative AI appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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The Hacker News
MARCH 18, 2025
An unpatched security flaw impacting Microsoft Windows has been exploited by 11 state-sponsored groups from China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia as part of data theft, espionage, and financially motivated campaigns that date back to 2017.
Security Boulevard
MARCH 18, 2025
Cyber Crime Junkies podcast Breaking Down Risks in Cybersecurity A great conversation on the Cyber Crime Junkies podcast with David Mauro! We covered so many different topics that the CISOs are struggling with: Generative vs Agentic AI risks and opportunities How cyber attackers leverage powerful tools like AI Why defenders are slower than attackers in using AI How attackers adapt with AI advantages Why the value of security is a blind spot The difficulty of cybe
Zero Day
MARCH 18, 2025
Anyone can become a zero-knowledge threat actor now, thanks to AI.
The Hacker News
MARCH 18, 2025
Microsoft is calling attention to a novel remote access trojan (RAT) named StilachiRAT that it said employs advanced techniques to sidestep detection and persist within target environments with an ultimate aim to steal sensitive data.
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Cloud Development Environments (CDEs) are changing how software teams work by moving development to the cloud. Our Cloud Development Environment Adoption Report gathers insights from 223 developers and business leaders, uncovering key trends in CDE adoption. With 66% of large organizations already using CDEs, these platforms are quickly becoming essential to modern development practices.
Security Boulevard
MARCH 18, 2025
Discover the differences between pen testing and vulnerability assessments, and how both can boost your cybersecurity defenses. The post Penetration Testing vs. Vulnerability Assessment: Whats the Difference and Which One Do You Need? appeared first on Scytale. The post Penetration Testing vs. Vulnerability Assessment: Whats the Difference and Which One Do You Need?
The Hacker News
MARCH 18, 2025
Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed details of a new supply chain attack vector dubbed Rules File Backdoor that affects artificial intelligence (AI)-powered code editors like GitHub Copilot and Cursor, causing them to inject malicious code.
Zero Day
MARCH 18, 2025
NixOS is a well-designed OS with a fantastic array of layouts and features, but I recommend it to Linux users who aren't afraid of a little learning curve.
The Hacker News
MARCH 18, 2025
Google is making the biggest ever acquisition in its history by purchasing cloud security company Wiz in an all-cash deal worth $32 billion. "This acquisition represents an investment by Google Cloud to accelerate two large and growing trends in the AI era: improved cloud security and the ability to use multiple clouds (multicloud)," the tech giant said today.
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