Troy Hunt

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

I wouldn't say this is a list of my favourite breaches from this year as that's a bit of a disingenuous term, but oh boy were there some memorable ones. So many of the incidents I deal with are relatively benign in terms of either the data they expose or the nature of the service, but some of them this year were absolute zingers. This week, I'm talking about the ones that really stuck out to me for one reason or another, here's the top 5: References Sponsored by: 1Passwo

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Financially-motivated threat actors hacked Uganda ‘s central bank system, government officials confirmed this week. Ugandan officials confirmed on Thursday that the national central bank suffered a security breach by financially-motivated threat actors. The police’s Criminal Investigations Department and the Auditor General are investigating the incident.

Banking 137

Banking Government Accountability Hacking 137

Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Want to shop from your couch? Retailers are featuring some big discounts on devices through Cyber Monday and DoorDash can deliver them on the same day.

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Retail 106

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

McAfee researchers discovered 15 SpyLoan Android apps on Google Play with a combined total of over 8 million installs. 15 SpyLoan apps with a combined total of 8M+ installs were found on Google Play, targeting users in South America, Southeast Asia, and Africa. SpyLoan apps exploit social engineering to gain sensitive user data and excessive permissions, leading to extortion, harassment, and financial loss.

Social Engineering 125

Social Engineering Media Mobile Scams 125

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Penetration Testing

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Industrial environments are increasingly relying on wireless technologies to power critical operations. However, a recent report from Nozomi Networks Labs reveals that this technological shift is exposing industrial networks to... The post Over-the-Air Vulnerabilities in Advantech EKI Access Points Put Industrial Networks at Risk appeared first on Cybersecurity News.

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Risk Wireless Technology Cybersecurity 95

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Financially-motivated threat actors hacked Uganda ‘s central bank system, government officials confirmed this week. Ugandan officials confirmed on Thursday that the national central bank suffered a security breach by financially-motivated threat actors. The police’s Criminal Investigations Department and the Auditor General are investigating the incident.

Banking 98

Banking Government Accountability Hacking 98

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

McAfee researchers discovered 15 SpyLoan Android apps on Google Play with a combined total of over 8 million installs. 15 SpyLoan apps with a combined total of 8M+ installs were found on Google Play, targeting users in South America, Southeast Asia, and Africa. SpyLoan apps exploit social engineering to gain sensitive user data and excessive permissions, leading to extortion, harassment, and financial loss.

Social Engineering 96

Social Engineering Media Scams Advertising 96

Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

We've found the best deals on flagship Apple products for Black Friday and the upcoming Cyber Monday sales event. Act now to secure the best deals on MacBooks, iPads, and more.

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Trend Micro

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

The perils of AI get a lot of airtime, but what are the upsides? This issue of AI Pulse looks at some of the good AI can bring, from strengthening cybersecurity to driving health breakthroughs—and how the coming wave of agentic AI is going to take those possibilities to a whole new level.

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Cybersecurity Artificial Intelligence Cyber threats Mobile 64

Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Black Friday may be over, but you can still grab record-low sales on the AirPods Max and AirPods Pro. Don't miss out on these lingering Black Friday savings.

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Penetration Testing

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

A critical security vulnerability (CVE-2024-8672) in the popular “Widget Options” plugin, which boasts over 100,000 active installations, has been patched in the latest release (version 4.0.8). This vulnerability, assigned a... The post CVE-2024-8672 (CVSS 9.9): Critical Flaw in Widget Options Plugin Threatens 100,000+ Websites appeared first on Cybersecurity News.

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Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

The Hatch Restore 2 builds on the success of the original sunrise alarm clock with improved speakers, audio tracks, and 'Morning Moments.' Plus, it's still $26 off after Black Friday, but it's selling fast.

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Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra just got discounted by $200, a record-low deal that's still available after Black Friday.

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Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Microsoft's project management tools help plan, execute, and complete projects -- and they're on sale for up to 92% off right now.

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Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Nearly every Apple Watch is on sale for Black Friday, and the Ultra 2 hasn't been left out. Snag one for $80 off at Amazon while the deal still lasts.

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Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses get the equivalent of a 50% discount in a creative Black Friday deal from Amazon that's still available for one more day.

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Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

If you're looking for an affordable heating solution for a chilly room in your house, this Dreo space heater works like a champ, and it's just $110, even after Black Friday.

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Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Save some money on a TV this holiday season with the best Black Friday and Cyber Monday TV deals online. We've been scouring the web for these deals all day so you can shop smarter.

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Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Amazon just launched the 12th-generation Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, which has up to three months of battery life and the fastest page turns ever. With this Cyber Monday deal, you can get it for $45 off.

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Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Don't miss out on some big Black Friday discounts on the Apple Watch Ultra 2, the new Series 10, and the best prices yet on the SE (2nd Gen) and Series 9 still available.

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Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Black Friday is winding down. We're searching the web for discounts to find the best deals on TVs, household tech, and laptops available on Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart.

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Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

The 10th gen iPad was selling for $450 less than a year ago. It's a champ for streaming your favorite content, reading, video calls, and surfing the web.

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Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

The LG G4 OLED TV offers the best color and picture I've ever seen. If want the best picture quality that money can buy then this is it and the 65-inch is discounted by $1,100 for Cyber Monday.

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Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

I've personally tested all five of these tech products and they're outstanding. I love seeing them at great prices for Cyber Monday so more people can enjoy them.

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Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Black Friday ended, but you can still snag some of the hottest deals on soundbars, subwoofers, and speakers from Bose, Sonos, Beats, Sony, and more.

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Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

The base model Kindle is the most effective and value-packed out of the lineup, and it's on sale ahead of Cyber Monday for $85.

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Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

The Lorex 2K video doorbell is the brand's flagship security system, and it's worth the upfront cost thanks to lingering Black Friday discount.

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Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

The Arrowmax SES ultra screwdriver kit has a built-in display that's a game-changer. Right now, it's still on sale for just $40 following Black Friday.

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Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

The HP Envy x360 2-in-1 has a great display, well-optimized hardware, and most importantly, a low price tag. Even better, it's 37% off after Black Friday.

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Zero Day

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Don't miss out on big Black Friday discounts still available on Nintendo Switch consoles, games, and accessories for everyone on your list.

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