Adam Shostack
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
BlackHat invites human factors work Blackhat 2024 will be August 6-7 in Las Vegas, The call for papers is open, and will close on April 2. (Please check all dates in the official CFP.) As a member of the BlackHat Review Board, Im responsible for the Human Factors track. Over the last decade, weve developed a good track with a wide variety of content.
Security Boulevard
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
A Chinese threat actor who targeted an Asian software company used the same toolset for the ransomware attack that was found in multiple cyberespionage incidents, leaving Symantec analysts to believe the hacker was a Chinese spy who used the malicious tools to earn some money on the side. The post Chinese Cyber-Spies Use Espionage Tools for Ransomware Side Hustle appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Malwarebytes
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
A cybercriminal claimed to have stolen 15 million data records from the customers and clients of the company Zacksa number that a separate investigation, after analysis, shaved down to just 12 million. Zacks is an investment research company best known for its “Zacks Ranks,” which are daily lists that provide stock market watchers and likely investors with possible company portfolio purchases, ranked on a scale from one to five.
Security Boulevard
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Ransomware continues to be a formidable threat in the cybersecurity landscape, evolving in complexity and sophistication. It is a type of malicious software that encrypts a victims files or restricts access to their system, demanding payment for decryption or restoration. These attacks can lead to significant financial losses, operational disruptions, and reputational damage.
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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.
SecureWorld News
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Last year saw a 110% rise in cybercrime in the lead up to Valentine's Day. And 2025 will be no different, as increasingly sophisticated online hackers seek to take advantage of Valentine's themed email traffic, social media advertisements, or marketing campaigns, and exploit heightened emotions and a desire to connect. Just as Christmas makes us a bit more likely to click on a dodgy parcel delivery text, Valentine's Day means we are more likely to click on something romance related.
Schneier on Security
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
This is a current list of where and when I am scheduled to speak: Im speaking at Boskone 62 in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, which runs from February 14-16, 2025. My talk is at 4:00 PM ET on the 15th. Im speaking at the Rossfest Symposium in Cambridge, UK, on March 25, 2025. The list is maintained on this page.
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Security Affairs
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Threat actors are exploiting a zero-day SQL injection vulnerability in PostgreSQL, according to researchers from cybersecurity firm Rapid7. Rapid7 researchers discovered a high-severity SQL injection flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-1094, in PostgreSQL’s psql tool. The experts discovered the flaw while investigating the exploitation of the vulnerability CVE-2024-12356 for remote code execution.
Security Boulevard
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Is Adaptable Security the Future of Cybersecurity in Dynamic Cloud Environments? The need for adaptive and responsive measures in cybersecurity becomes increasingly paramount. Within these shifting terrains, Non-Human Identities (NHIs) are playing a pivotal role. But what exactly is the strategic importance of NHI in adaptable cloud security? And how can organizations leverage it to [] The post Adaptable Security Measures for Dynamic Clouds appeared first on Entro.
Security Affairs
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) adds SimpleHelp vulnerability to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added a SimpleHelp vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-57727 , to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog. At the end of January, Horizon3 researchers discovered three vulnerabilities, tracked as CVE-2024-57726, CVE-2024-57727 , and CVE-2024-57728, that could be used to compromise a Sim
Security Boulevard
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Malware, a contraction of malicious software, encompasses any intrusive program developed by cybercriminals to compromise data integrity, damage systems, or gain unauthorized access. This broad category includes viruses, ransomware, spyware, and trojans, among others. Malware can infiltrate systems through infected files or malicious URLs, executing a range of harmful activities from data theft to initiating The post Malware Detection: How to detect and remove malware ?
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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.
WIRED Threat Level
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has frozen efforts to aid states in securing elections, according to an internal memo viewed by WIRED.
Security Boulevard
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Delinea this week updated its platform for managing identities to add a vault for storing managing credentials, analytic tools for tracking user behavior and a framework for automating the management of the lifecycle of an identity from onboarding to offboarding. Additionally, administrators using the platform to manage access and privileges can now access it via.
Zero Day
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Google is making a very useful Gemini featur available to everyone for free. The AI is also getting a little smarter today.
Security Boulevard
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
With 2025 in full swing, it's clear this year will be transformational as the open source landscape continues to evolve faster than ever. Helping developers navigate this environment is why Sonatype exists, and we view the relationships we have with our customers as the cornerstone of innovation. This is why we're taking the opportunity of Valentine's Day to share some customer stories that have us smitten.
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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.
The Hacker News
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed a new type of name confusion attack called whoAMI that allows anyone who publishes an Amazon Machine Image (AMI) with a specific name to gain code execution within the Amazon Web Services (AWS) account.
Security Boulevard
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) website was left vulnerable to unauthorized edits. This breach exposes critical flaws in government digital infrastructure and highlights the importance of robust security measures, even for seemingly innocuous websites. The post DOGE.gov Debacle: How a Government Website Went to the Dogs and What It Means for Cybersecurity appeared first on Security Boulevard.
The Hacker News
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Microsoft is calling attention to an emerging threat cluster it calls Storm-2372 that has been attributed to a new set of cyber attacks aimed at a variety of sectors since August 2024.
Zero Day
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
In my testing, the affordable RingConn Gen 2 lasted one week on a single charge and delivered a range of competitive health-tracking features.
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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.
The Hacker News
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
The threat actors behind the RansomHub ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) scheme have been observed leveraging now-patched security flaws in Microsoft Active Directory and the Netlogon protocol to escalate privileges and gain unauthorized access to a victim network's domain controller as part of their post-compromise strategy.
Zero Day
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Many people stick with their TV's default settings, but if you own a Samsung, tweaking these options can enhance its picture quality.
Penetration Testing
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Elon Musk recently announced plans to unite a consortium of investors in a bid to acquire all of The post Sam Altman Declines Musks OpenAI Bid, Considers $9.74B Twitter Acquisition Instead appeared first on Cybersecurity News.
Zero Day
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Galileo AI just launched an agent leaderboard on Hugging Face, and the winner may surprise you.
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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!
The Hacker News
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
The North Korean threat actor known as the Lazarus Group has been linked to a previously undocumented JavaScript implant named Marstech1 as part of limited targeted attacks against developers.
Zero Day
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
The new Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 returns with significant upgrades in audio, design, and health tracking. It notably includes the same chipset as the latest AirPods.
The Hacker News
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Social engineering is advancing fast, at the speed of generative AI. This is offering bad actors multiple new tools and techniques for researching, scoping, and exploiting organizations. In a recent communication, the FBI pointed out: As technology continues to evolve, so do cybercriminals' tactics. This article explores some of the impacts of this GenAI-fueled acceleration.
Zero Day
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Removing cache and temporary files can give your PC a noticeable speed boost - and you don't need any extra software to do it.
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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.
Penetration Testing
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
NVIDIA has issued patches for three critical vulnerabilities discovered in its nvJPEG2000 library, a high-performance GPU-accelerated tool for The post Severe nvJPEG2000 Vulnerabilities (CVSS 9.8) in NVIDIAs GPU Library Could Lead to Code Execution appeared first on Cybersecurity News.
Zero Day
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Baseus' MC1 open-ear earbuds are a top choice for active users who prioritize comfort and stability above all else.
Penetration Testing
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
A new report from Netskope Threat Labs has revealed a sophisticated phishing campaign that abuses the Webflow content The post Sophisticated Phishing Campaign Abuses Webflow CDN to Steal Credit Card Data appeared first on Cybersecurity News.
Zero Day
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Business leaders explain how they're using emerging technology to boost performance and productivity.
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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!
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