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A Day in the Life of a Prolific Voice Phishing Crew

Krebs on Security

Besieged by scammers seeking to phish user accounts over the telephone, Apple and Google frequently caution that they will never reach out unbidden to users this way. However, new details about the internal operations of a prolific voice phishing gang show the group routinely abuses legitimate services at Apple and Google to force a variety of outbound communications to their users, including emails, automated phone calls and system-level messages sent to all signed-in devices.

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News alert: CyTwist launches threat detection engine tuned to identify AI-driven malware in minutes

The Last Watchdog

Ramat Gan, Israel, January 7th, 2025, CyberNewswire — CyTwist , a leader in advanced next-generation threat detection solutions, has launched its patented detection engine to combat the insidious rise of AI-generated malware. The cybersecurity landscape is evolving as attackers harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to develop advanced and evasive threats.

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2025 SecureWorld Theme: Once Upon a Time in Cybersecurity

SecureWorld News

Cybersecurity in today's world is akin to the enchanted realms of fairy tales, where threats lurk in dark digital forests and heroes wield keyboards instead of swords. Just as these cautionary fables have guided generations, modern stories now light our path through the complex security landscape. Welcome to SecureWorld's theme for 2025: Once Upon a Time in Cybersecurity.

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News Alert: Security Risk Advisors joins Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA)

The Last Watchdog

Philadelphia, Pa., Jan. 7, 2025, CyberNewswire — Security Risk Advisors today announced it has become a member of the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA), an ecosystem of independent software vendors (ISVs) and managed security service providers (MSSPs) that have integrated their solutions with Microsoft Security technology to better defend mutual customers against a world of increasing cyber threats.

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Why Giant Content Libraries Do Nothing for Your Employees’ Cyber Resilience

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.

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Brokers Key to Strengthening American Businesses’ Cyber Defenses

Security Boulevard

American businesses are increasingly turning to their brokers for more than financial protection, and also seek guidance, expertise and support to strengthen their cyber defenses. The post Brokers Key to Strengthening American Businesses’ Cyber Defenses appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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US Treasury Department Sanctions Chinese Company Over Cyberattacks

Schneier on Security

From the Washington Post : The sanctions target Beijing Integrity Technology Group , which U.S. officials say employed workers responsible for the Flax Typhoon attacks which compromised devices including routers and internet-enabled cameras to infiltrate government and industrial targets in the United States, Taiwan, Europe and elsewhere.

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US adds Tencent to the list of companies supporting Chinese military

Security Affairs

US adds Chinese multinational technology and entertainment conglomerate Tencent to the list of companies supporting the Chinese military. The US Department of Defense has added Chinese multinational technology and entertainment conglomerate Tencent to its “Chinese military company” list under the Section 1260 requirement. The US government does not explain the decision.

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IVPN Review: Pricing, Features, Pros, and Cons

Tech Republic Security

Read our IVPN review to uncover its strong security features and privacy-first approach. Discover what sets it apart but are there hidden drawbacks?

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The one feature Bluesky really needs

Zero Day

You just followed a fascinating new account on Bluesky. But does that account really belong to who you think it does?

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Authentication Bypass Vulnerability Found in Dell OpenManage Server Administrator

Penetration Testing

Dell Technologies has issued a critical security advisory for its OpenManage Server Administrator (OMSA) software. The advisory addresses The post Authentication Bypass Vulnerability Found in Dell OpenManage Server Administrator appeared first on Cybersecurity News.

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Zero Trust Mandate: The Realities, Requirements and Roadmap

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.

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CES 2025: The 10 most impressive products so far

Zero Day

CES is in full swing, and we've seen major announcements from the likes of Samsung, Roborock, MSI, and more. Here's our roundup of the new tech you don't want to miss.

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CISA: No Wider Federal Impact from Treasury Cyber Attack, Investigation Ongoing

The Hacker News

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) on Monday said there are no indications that the cyber attack targeting the Treasury Department impacted other federal agencies. The agency said it's working closely with the Treasury Department and BeyondTrust to get a better understanding of the breach and mitigate its impacts.

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Chrome Update Addresses High-Severity Vulnerability: CVE-2025-0291

Penetration Testing

Google has just released a critical security update for its Chrome web browser, addressing a high-severity vulnerability that The post Chrome Update Addresses High-Severity Vulnerability: CVE-2025-0291 appeared first on Cybersecurity News.

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AI-supported spear phishing fools more than 50% of targets

Malwarebytes

One of the first things everyone predicted when artificial intelligence (AI) became more commonplace was that it would assist cybercriminals in making their phishing campaigns more effective. Now, researchers have conducted a scientific study into the effectiveness of AI supported spear phishing , and the results line up with everyone’s expectations: AI is making it easier to do crimes.

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Prevent Data Breaches With Zero-Trust Enterprise Password Management

Keeper Security is transforming cybersecurity for people and organizations around the world. Keeper’s affordable and easy-to-use solutions are built on a foundation of zero-trust and zero-knowledge security to protect every user on every device. Our next-generation privileged access management solution deploys in minutes and seamlessly integrates with any tech stack to prevent breaches, reduce help desk costs and ensure compliance.

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Two OTC continuous glucose monitors won awards at CES - and you can try them now

Zero Day

These over-the-counter CGMs from health brands Dexcom and Abbott make glucose monitoring affordable and accessible. Here's how they can help you - no prescription necessary.

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Researchers Uncover Major Security Flaw in Illumina iSeq 100 DNA Sequencers

The Hacker News

Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered firmware security vulnerabilities in the Illumina iSeq 100 DNA sequencing instrument that, if successfully exploited, could permit attackers to brick or plant persistent malware on susceptible devices.

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New product wows CES by fully charging a phone in under 5 seconds

Zero Day

With Swippitt, you can insert your phone into a toaster-looking contraption and get a full charge in seconds -- and it actually works.

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New EAGERBEE Variant Targets ISPs and Governments with Advanced Backdoor Capabilities

The Hacker News

Internet service providers (ISPs) and governmental entities in the Middle East have been targeted using an updated variant of the EAGERBEE malware framework. The new variant of EAGERBEE (aka Thumtais) comes fitted with various components that allow the backdoor to deploy additional payloads, enumerate file systems, and execute commands shells, demonstrating a significant evolution.

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Optimizing The Modern Developer Experience with Coder

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.

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In a machine-led economy, relational intelligence is key to success

Zero Day

AI agents will change work forever. To embrace that chance, business leaders must focus on what matters most - designing and cultivating healthy and sustainable relationships.

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Farewell to the Fallen: The Cybersecurity Stars We Lost Last Year

The Hacker News

It's time once again to pay our respects to the once-famous cybersecurity solutions whose usefulness died in the past year. The cybercriminal world collectively mourns the loss of these solutions and the easy access they provide to victim organizations. These solutions, though celebrated in their prime, succumbed to the twin forces of time and advancing threats.

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Meta ditches fact checking for community notes - just like on X

Zero Day

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg cited the recent elections as a 'cultural tipping point' for restoring free speech.

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CISA Flags Critical Flaws in Mitel and Oracle Systems Amid Active Exploitation

The Hacker News

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) on Tuesday added three flaws impacting Mitel MiCollab and Oracle WebLogic Server to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, citing evidence of active exploitation. The list of vulnerabilities is as follows - CVE-2024-41713 (CVSS score: 9.

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The Tumultuous IT Landscape Is Making Hiring More Difficult

After a year of sporadic hiring and uncertain investment areas, tech leaders are scrambling to figure out what’s next. This whitepaper reveals how tech leaders are hiring and investing for the future. Download today to learn more!

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Need more storage or Thunderbolt 5 ports? OWC delivers new gear for video pros

Zero Day

Premium hardware maker OWC unveils a new RAID storage unit and Thunderbolt 5 hub.

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License Plate Readers Are Leaking Real-Time Video Feeds and Vehicle Data

WIRED Threat Level

Misconfigured license-plate-recognition systems reveal the livestreams of individual cameras and the wealth of data they collect about every vehicle that passes by them.

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Need a 10-port USB-C charger? Plugable has just the thing

Zero Day

If you could use a 10-port charger or 5-display docking station, Plugable has some CES 2025 reveals you should check out.

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U.S. CISA adds Oracle WebLogic Server and Mitel MiCollab flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog

Security Affairs

U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) adds Oracle WebLogic Server and Mitel MiCollab flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added an Oracle WebLogic Server and Mitel MiCollab vulnerabilities, to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog. Below are the descriptions for the vulnerabilities added to the catalog: CVE-2020-2883 (CVSS score 9.8) is a vulnerability in Oracle WebLogic Server (v

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The Cloud Development Environment Adoption Report

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.

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This Anker power bank has a built-in display, retractable cable, and is TSA-certified

Zero Day

The company's latest 165W Fast Charging Power Bank and 140W Charger are available for purchase now.

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Mazda Connect Systems Vulnerable to Cyber Attacks

eSecurity Planet

Our cybersecurity expert explores the security risks in the automotive industry, from remote hacks to data breaches, and explains the cyber attacks Mazda vehicles may be vulnerable to. The post Mazda Connect Systems Vulnerable to Cyber Attacks appeared first on eSecurity Planet.

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The best robotics and AI tech of CES 2025

Zero Day

AI was featured in nearly every consumer tech category at CES. Here's what stood out.

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U.S. CISA adds Oracle WebLogic Server and Mitel MiCollab flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog

Security Affairs

U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) adds Oracle WebLogic Server and Mitel MiCollab flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added an Oracle WebLogic Server and Mitel MiCollab vulnerabilities, to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog. Below are the descriptions for the vulnerabilities added to the catalog: CVE-2020-2883 (CVSS score 9.8) is a vulnerability in Oracle WebLogic Server (v

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Bringing the Cybersecurity Imperative Into Focus

Tech leaders today are facing shrinking budgets and investment concerns. This whitepaper provides insights from over 1,000 tech leaders on how to stay secure and attract top cybersecurity talent, all while doing more with less. Download today to learn more!