Ross Anderson’s Memorial Service
Schneier on Security
JUNE 21, 2024
The memorial service for Ross Anderson will be held on Saturday, at 2:00 PM BST. People can attend remotely on Zoom.
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How to Study Ethical Hacking as a Beginner
Tech Republic Security
JUNE 21, 2024
Immersing yourself in best practices for ethical hacking, pen-testing and information security can set you up for a career or better-protected business.
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News Alert: 1inch partners with Blockaid to enhance Web3 security through the 1inch Shield
The Last Watchdog
JUNE 21, 2024
Dubai, UAE, June 20, 2024, CyberNewsWire — 1inch , a leading DeFi aggregator that provides advanced security solutions to users across the entire space, has announced today the launch of the 1inch Shield. This solution, that is offering enhanced protection against a wide range of potential threats, was completed in partnership with Blockaid , a major provider of Web3 security tools.
Australian Organizations are Fascinated With Copilot for Microsoft 365, But Will They Avoid The “Gotchas”?
Tech Republic Security
JUNE 21, 2024
According to Gartner, there are gotchas that can impede an organization’s ability to embrace Copilot. Here’s what enterprises interested in implementing Copilot should keep in mind.
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First million breached Ticketmaster records released for free
Malwarebytes
JUNE 21, 2024
The cybercriminal acting under the name “Sp1d3r” gave away the first 1 million records that are part of the data set that they claimed to have stolen from Ticketmaster/Live Nation. The files were released without a price, for free. When Malwarebytes Labs first learned about this data breach, it happened to be the first major event that was shared on the resurrected BreachForums , and someone acting under the handle “ShinyHunters” offered the full details (name, address, e
Gartner: 3 Actions to Achieve Cybersecurity Consolidation
Tech Republic Security
JUNE 21, 2024
In this TechRepublic exclusive, Gartner VP Analyst Dionisio Zumerle shares three leadership strategies for achieving cybersecurity platform consolidation.
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Chinese Hackers Deploy SpiceRAT and SugarGh0st in Global Espionage Campaign
The Hacker News
JUNE 21, 2024
A previously undocumented Chinese-speaking threat actor codenamed SneakyChef has been linked to an espionage campaign primarily targeting government entities across Asia and EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) with SugarGh0st malware since at least August 2023.
UEFICANHAZBUFFEROVERFLOW flaw in Phoenix SecureCore UEFI firmware potentially impacts hundreds of PC and server models
Security Affairs
JUNE 21, 2024
A serious vulnerability (CVE-2024-0762) in the Phoenix SecureCore UEFI firmware potentially impacts hundreds of PC and server models. Firmware security firm Eclypsium discovered a vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-0762 (CVSS of 7.5), in the Phoenix SecureCore UEFI firmware. The issue, called UEFIcanhazbufferoverflow , potentially impacts hundreds of PC and server models that use Intel Core desktop and mobile processors.
Oyster Backdoor Spreading via Trojanized Popular Software Downloads
The Hacker News
JUNE 21, 2024
A malvertising campaign is leveraging trojanized installers for popular software such as Google Chrome and Microsoft Teams to drop a backdoor called Oyster (aka Broomstick and CleanUpLoader). That's according to findings from Rapid7, which identified lookalike websites hosting the malicious payloads that users are redirected to after searching for them on search engines like Google and Bing.
Russia-linked APT Nobelium targets French diplomatic entities
Security Affairs
JUNE 21, 2024
French information security agency ANSSI reported that Russia-linked threat actor Nobelium is behind a series of cyber attacks that targeted French diplomatic entities. The French information security agency ANSSI reported that Russia-linked APT Nobelium targeted French diplomatic entities. Despite the French agency linked the attacks to the cyberespionage group Nobelium (aka APT29 , SVR group , Cozy Bear , Midnight Blizzard , BlueBravo , and The Dukes ), ANSSI differentiates these groups i
Optimizing The Modern Developer Experience with Coder
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U.S. Treasury Sanctions 12 Kaspersky Executives Amid Software Ban
The Hacker News
JUNE 21, 2024
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) imposed sanctions against a dozen individuals serving executive and senior leadership roles at Kaspersky Lab, a day after the Russian company was banned by the Commerce Department.
CVE-2024-28397: js2py Vulnerability Exposes Millions of Python Users to RCE
Penetration Testing
JUNE 21, 2024
A critical vulnerability in js2py, a widely-used Python library with over 1 million monthly downloads, has left countless web scrapers and applications exposed to remote code execution (RCE) attacks. The flaw, designated CVE-2024-28397 and... The post CVE-2024-28397: js2py Vulnerability Exposes Millions of Python Users to RCE appeared first on Cybersecurity News.
SolarWinds Serv-U Vulnerability Under Active Attack - Patch Immediately
The Hacker News
JUNE 21, 2024
A recently patched high-severity flaw impacting SolarWinds Serv-U file transfer software is being actively exploited by malicious actors in the wild. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-28995 (CVSS score: 8.6), concerns a directory transversal bug that could allow attackers to read sensitive files on the host machine. Affecting all versions of the software prior to and including Serv-U 15.4.
Was T-Mobile compromised by a zero-day in Jira?
Malwarebytes
JUNE 21, 2024
A moderator of the notorious data breach trading platform BreachForums is offering data for sale they claim comes from a data breach at T-Mobile. The moderator, going by the name of IntelBroker, describes the data as containing source code, SQL files, images, Terraform data, t-mobile.com certifications, and “Siloprograms.” (We’ve not heard of siloprograms, and can’t find a reference to them anywhere, so perhaps it’s a mistranslation or typo.
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Military-themed Email Scam Spreads Malware to Infect Pakistani Users
The Hacker News
JUNE 21, 2024
Cybersecurity researchers have shed light on a new phishing campaign that has been identified as targeting people in Pakistan using a custom backdoor. Dubbed PHANTOM#SPIKE by Securonix, the unknown threat actors behind the activity have leveraged military-related phishing documents to activate the infection sequence.
30,000 Dealerships Down — ‘Ransomware’ Outage Outrage no. 2 at CDK Global
Security Boulevard
JUNE 21, 2024
Spend more on security! Car and truck dealers fall back on pen and paper as huge SaaS provider gets hacked (again). The post 30,000 Dealerships Down — ‘Ransomware’ Outage Outrage no. 2 at CDK Global appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Tor Browser 13.5 brings Android enhancements, better bridge management
Bleeping Computer
JUNE 21, 2024
The Tor Project has released Tor Browser 13.5, bringing several improvements and enhancements for Android and desktop versions. [.
U.S. Bans Sale of Kaspersky Cybersecurity Software
Security Boulevard
JUNE 21, 2024
Long simmering suspicions about the loyalty of Kaspersky Software, a cybersecurity firm headquartered in Russia, came to a head this week after the U.S. government banned the sale of the company’s software, effective July 20th, to both companies and individual consumers. In addition, the U.S. Treasury Department has placed sanctions on 12 senior leaders of.
The Cloud Development Environment Adoption Report
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Los Angeles Unified confirms student data stolen in Snowflake account hack
Bleeping Computer
JUNE 21, 2024
The Los Angeles Unified School District has confirmed a data breach after threat actors stole student and employee data by breaching the company's Snowflake account. [.
News Alert: INE Security lays out strategies for optimizing security teams to mitigate AI risks
The Last Watchdog
JUNE 21, 2024
Cary, NC, June 20, 2024, CyberNewsWire — 2024 is rapidly shaping up to be a defining year in generative AI. While 2023 saw its emergence as a potent new technology, business leaders are now grappling with how to best leverage its transformative power to grow efficiency, security, and revenue. With the near-universal integration of AI into global technology, the need for AI-ready cybersecurity teams is more critical than ever.
CDK warns: threat actors are calling customers, posing as support
Bleeping Computer
JUNE 21, 2024
CDK Global has cautioned customers about unscrupulous actors calling them and posing as CDK agents or affiliates to gain unauthorized systems access. The warning follows ongoing cyberattacks that have hit CDK, a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that thousands of US car dealerships rely upon. [.
It’s a Hard Time to Be a CISO. Transformational Leadership is More Important Than Ever.
Security Boulevard
JUNE 21, 2024
Modern chief information security officers (CISOs) are navigating tough circumstances due to complex challenges and heightened regulatory pressures. The post It’s a Hard Time to Be a CISO. Transformational Leadership is More Important Than Ever. appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Bringing the Cybersecurity Imperative Into Focus
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US sanctions 12 Kaspersky Lab execs for working in Russian tech sector
Bleeping Computer
JUNE 21, 2024
The Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned twelve Kaspersky Lab executives for operating in the technology sector of Russia. [.
Keeper vs Dashlane: Which Should You Use in 2024?
eSecurity Planet
JUNE 21, 2024
Keeper and Dashlane are top password managers prioritizing multi-layered encryption systems for secure password sharing. Keeper emphasizes extensive security measures and is a more affordable option, while Dashlane promotes a user-friendly interface and robust administrative tools perfect for streamlining logins. To assist you in making your decision, I’ve compared the two solutions, focusing on their distinctive features, use cases, benefits, pros, and cons.
Change Healthcare lists the medical data stolen in ransomware attack
Bleeping Computer
JUNE 21, 2024
UnitedHealth has confirmed for the first time what types of medical and patient data were stolen in the massive Change Healthcare ransomware attack, stating that data breach notifications will be mailed in July. [.
The dos and don’ts of gamified cyber security training
Security Boulevard
JUNE 21, 2024
The post The dos and don’ts of gamified cyber security training appeared first on Click Armor. The post The dos and don’ts of gamified cyber security training appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Over 30,000 WooCommerce Sites Exposed by Critical Plugin Flaw (CVE-2024-6027)
Penetration Testing
JUNE 21, 2024
Over 30,000 WooCommerce-powered online stores may be at risk of a serious data breach due to a critical security flaw in the popular “Themify – WooCommerce Product Filter” plugin. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-6027... The post Over 30,000 WooCommerce Sites Exposed by Critical Plugin Flaw (CVE-2024-6027) appeared first on Cybersecurity News.
Five men convicted for operating illegal streaming site Jetflicks
Bleeping Computer
JUNE 21, 2024
A federal jury in Las Vegas convicted five men for their involvement in the operation of Jetflicks, one of the largest and most popular illegal streaming services in the United States. [.
The US bans Kaspersky products, citing security risks - what this means for you
Zero Day
JUNE 21, 2024
Kaspersky users in the US have until September 29 to find alternative security software.
CDK Group Falls Victim to Two Cyberattacks
Heimadal Security
JUNE 21, 2024
Massive hack forces CDK Global, a provider of software-as-a-service for car dealerships, to shut down its servers, leaving customers unable to run their businesses as usual. A SaaS platform from CDK Global serves clients in the auto sector, managing all facets of vehicle dealership operations, such as inventory management, CRM, financing, payroll, support, and servicing. […] The post CDK Group Falls Victim to Two Cyberattacks appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.
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