Regulator also has words of caution for emerging tech providers This article has been indexed from http://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/rss/news/76/application-security/ Read the original article: ICO Offers Data Protection Advice to SMBs
Apple Issues Updates for Older Devices to Fix Actively Exploited Vulnerability
Apple has backported fixes for a recently disclosed critical security flaw affecting older devices, citing evidence of active exploitation. The issue, tracked as CVE-2022-42856, is a type confusion vulnerability in the WebKit browser engine that could result in arbitrary code execution…
GTA Online Glitch Exploited, Corrupts Players’ Accounts & Ban
Due to an alleged bug in the game’s PC version, Grand Theft Auto (GTA) Online gamers claim to have lost game progress, had their in-game money taken, and been blacklisted from the game servers. GTA Online is the multiplayer version…
Vice Society Ransomware Group Targets Manufacturing Companies
In this blog entry, we’d like to highlight our findings on Vice Society, which includes an end-to-end infection diagram that we were able to create using Trend Micro internal telemetry. This article has been indexed from Trend Micro Research, News…
Record-Breaking Year for DDoS Attacks Targeting Russia
ISP Rostelecom says longest attack lasted three months This article has been indexed from http://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/rss/news/76/application-security/ Read the original article: Record-Breaking Year for DDoS Attacks Targeting Russia
Thoma Bravo to Buy Magnet Forensics in $1.3B Transaction
Thoma Bravo will spend $1.3 billion to acquire Canadian software firm Magnet Forensics, expanding a push into the lucrative cybersecurity business. The post Thoma Bravo to Buy Magnet Forensics in $1.3B Transaction appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been…
Apple Patches WebKit Code Execution in iPhones, MacBooks
Apple rolled out iOS 16.3 and macOS Ventura 13.2 to cover serious security vulnerabilities. The post Apple Patches WebKit Code Execution in iPhones, MacBooks appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek Read the original article: Apple…
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Researcher found US ‘No Fly List’ on an unsecured server
A researcher discovered a U.S. No Fly List exposed on the Internet, the sensitive data were hosted on a server run by US airline CommuteAir. Researchers Maia Arson Crimew discovered a U.S. No Fly List hosted on an unsecured server…
Cryptocurrencies: How have they influenced cybercrime?
Cryptocurrencies have now been around for over a decade. Since their inception, they’ve been gaining traction as a legitimate form of currency. However, along with the rise in popularity of cryptocurrencies, there has also been a rise in the use…
Podcast Episode: Don’t Be Afraid to Poke the Tigers
What can a bustling electronic components bazaar in Shenzhen, China, tell us about building a better technology future? To researcher and hacker Andrew “bunnie” Huang, it symbolizes the boundless motivation, excitement, and innovation that can be unlocked if people have…
Facebook Introduces New Features for End-to-End Encrypted Messenger App
Meta Platforms on Monday announced that it has started to expand global testing of end-to-end encryption (E2EE) in Messenger chats by default. “Over the next few months, more people will continue to see some of their chats gradually being upgraded…
A closer look at malicious packages targeting Python developers
In this Help Net Security video, Carlos Fernandez, Security Researcher at Sonatype, talks about how their AI system caught packages that attack Python developers with a unique tactic. Sonatype calls them RAT mutants because they’re a mix of remote access…
Understanding your attack surface makes it easier to prioritize technologies and systems
It has been observed that attackers will attempt to start exploiting vulnerabilities within the first fifteen minutes of their disclosure. As the time to patch gets shorter, organizations need to be more pragmatic when it comes to remediating vulnerabilities, particularly…
GAO pegs unemployment insurance fraud tally at more than $60 billion
At the same time, the congressional watchdog cautioned that governmentwide fraud estimates are potentially dicey. This article has been indexed from FCW – All Content Read the original article: GAO pegs unemployment insurance fraud tally at more than $60 billion
How to use Red Hat Insights malware detection service
<p>Did you know that <strong><a href="https://www.redhat.com/en/technologies/management/insights">Red Hat Insights</a></strong> for <strong><a href="https://www.redhat.com/en/technologies/linux-platforms/enterprise-linux">Red Hat Enterprise Linux</a></strong> (RHEL) can be used to help detect the presence of malware? This makes it more likely that you'll know when a RHEL system has sustained a…
NSA publishes IPv6 Security Guidance
The National Security Agency (NSA) published guidance to help Department of Defense (DoD) and other system administrators identify and mitigate security issues associated with a transition to Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6). IPv6 Security Guidance highlights how several security issues…
BSidesZG 2023: Strengthening the infosec community in Croatia’s capital
In March 2023, Zagreb will be added to the (already long) list of cities where information security professionals and enthusiasts can share their knowledge with peers at a Security BSides conference. We’ve talked with BSidesZG organizer Ante Jurjevic to find…
PCI Successfully Completes SOC/FISMA Examinations for 2022
NORMAN, Okla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–PCI Energy Solutions is pleased to announce its successful completion of the Service Organization Controls 1 Type II (SOC 1 Type II) and Service Organization Controls 2 Type II (SOC 2 Type II) attestation issued under the American…
Latest Cyberthreats and Advisories – January 6, 2023
The LockBit ransomware gang apologizes, Google settles privacy lawsuits and cybercriminals impersonate brands and the U.K. government. Here are the latest threats and advisories for the week of January 6, 2023. Threat Advisories and Alerts Cybercriminals Impersonate Brands with Search…
Hybrid play: Leveling the playing field in online video gaming and beyond
Does VALORANT’s approach to cheating signal a turning point in how we deal with the continued hacks afflicting our hybrid world of work and play? The post Hybrid play: Leveling the playing field in online video gaming and beyond appeared…
Apple patches are out – old iPhones get an old zero-day fix at last!
Don’t delay, especially if you’re still running an iOS 12 device… please do it today! This article has been indexed from Naked Security – Sophos Read the original article: Apple patches are out – old iPhones get an old zero-day…
How Does a Botnet Attack Work?
By Zac Amos, Features Editor, ReHack Keeping up with cybercriminals is a full-time job, as new attack types appear daily. Cybersecurity analysts must consider botnet attacks among classic ransomware and […] The post How Does a Botnet Attack Work? appeared…
How To Reduce Rising Cyber Insurance Costs When You Have a Remote Workforce
By Raul Popa, CEO & Co-Founder, TypingDNA Like other types of insurance, Cybersecurity Insurance protects businesses in case of a rainy day. But as breaches become commonplace, insurers are running […] The post How To Reduce Rising Cyber Insurance Costs…
Ransomware Recovery Plan for 2023
It’s important to defend against ransomware attacks, but is your organization prepared to deal with the consequences of a breach? Find out how to plan an effective ransomware recovery strategy. This article has been indexed from Trend Micro Research, News…
2023-01-23 – Google ad –> Fake AnyDesk page –> possible TA505 activity
This post doesn’t have text content, please click on the link below to view the original article. This article has been indexed from Malware-Traffic-Analysis.net – Blog Entries Read the original article: 2023-01-23 – Google ad –> Fake AnyDesk page –>…
A week in security (January 16—22)
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