Tag: Help Net Security

Law enforcement shuts down Manson Market cybercrime marketplace

Europol has supported the dismantling of a sophisticated criminal network responsible for facilitating large-scale online fraud. In an operation led by the Hanover Police Department (Polizeidirektion Hannover) and the Verden Public Prosecutor’s Office (Staatsanwaltschaft Verden) in Germany, and supported by…

Mitek Digital Fraud Defender combats AI generated fraud

Mitek announced Digital Fraud Defender (DFD), an advanced, multi-layered solution to safeguard digital identity verification processes against sophisticated AI-enabled fraud tactics. Designed for financial institutions, fintech, online gaming providers, and enterprises requiring remote identity verification, the new suite addresses the…

Mitel MiCollab zero-day and PoC exploit unveiled

A zero-day vulnerability in the Mitel MiCollab enterprise collaboration suite can be exploited to read files containing sensitive data, watchTowr researcher Sonny Macdonald has disclosed, and followed up by releasing a proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit that chains together this zero-day file…

Netography introduces AI-powered ransomware detection capabilities

Netography announced new ransomware detection capabilities that enable organizations to respond to malicious activity in real-time before it disrupts operations or threatens business continuity. These AI-powered enhancements enable Fusion customers to close the network observability and security gaps caused by…

The Ultimate Guide to the CCSP

Even the brightest minds benefit from guidance on the journey to success. The Ultimate Guide to the CCSP covers everything you need to know about the world’s leading cloud security certification. Learn how CCSP – and ISC2 – can help…

LogicGate helps organizations quantify the value of GRC programs

LogicGate introduced the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Program Value Realization Tool, available to customers through the Risk Cloud platform. This new tool provides visibility into the financial value of GRC by automatically tracking key program initiatives in real-time. These…

Tenable Patch Management prevents problematic updates

Tenable released Tenable Patch Management, an autonomous patch solution built to close vulnerability exposures in a unified solution. A strategic partnership and integration with Adaptiva, a global leader in autonomous endpoint management, provides the foundation of the solution. Vulnerability remediation…

Building trust in tokenized economies

As the tokenized economy expands, the digital landscape is reshaped by decentralized systems and new forms of asset ownership. In this Help Net Security video, Jeremy Bradley, COO of Zama, explores the emerging privacy-preserving technologies that can help solve this…

How widespread is mercenary spyware?

A targeted hunt on 2,500 mobile devices for indicators of compromise associated with mercenary spyware has revealed that its use is not as rare as one would hope. The results of the hunt Earlier this year, iVerify added a threat…

FortiAppSec Cloud simplifies web application security management

Fortinet announced FortiAppSec Cloud, a new cloud-delivered platform that integrates key web application security and performance management tools into a single offering. The platform streamlines web and API security, advanced bot defense, and global server load balancing, among other capabilities,…

2,000 Palo Alto Networks devices compromised in latest attacks

Attackers have compromised around 2,000 Palo Alto Networks firewalls by leveraging the two recently patched zero-days (CVE-2024-0012 and CVE-2024-9474), Shadowserver Foundation’s internet-wide scanning has revealed. Compromised devices are predominantly located in the US and India, the nonprofit says. Manual and…

US charges five alleged members of Scattered Spider gang

Law enforcement unsealed criminal charges against five alleged members of Scattered Spider, who allegedly targeted employees of companies nationwide with phishing text messages and then used the harvested employee credentials to log in and steal non-public company data and information…

Cyber crooks push Android malware via letter

Cyber crooks are trying out an interesting new approach for getting information-stealing malware installed on Android users’ smartphones: a physical letter impersonating MeteoSwiss (i.e., Switzerland’s Federal Office of Meteorology and Climatology). “The letter asks the recipients to install a new…

Cybercriminals hijack DNS to build stealth attack networks

Hijacking domains using a ‘Sitting Ducks attack’ remains an underrecognized topic in the cybersecurity community. Few threat researchers are familiar with this attack vector, and knowledge is scarce. However, the prevalence of these attacks and the risk to organizations are…

Oscilar Cognitive Identity Intelligence Platform combats AI-powered fraud

Oscilar unveiled its Cognitive Identity Intelligence Platform to combat the rising tide of AI-powered fraud. The platform’s proprietary “Digital & Behavior Identification” technology transforms digital identity verification in an era where traditional solutions are increasingly vulnerable to sophisticated AI-enabled attacks.…

USX Cyber strengthens phishing defense in GUARDIENT XDR

USX Cyber released advanced phishing protection tools within its GUARDIENT XDR platform. This latest enhancement enables organizations to strengthen defenses against sophisticated phishing attacks by providing employees with realistic training and heightened awareness of phishing threats. Phishing attacks are growing increasingly…

IBM announces Autonomous Security for Cloud

IBM announced Autonomous Security for Cloud (ASC), an AI-powered solution from IBM Consulting designed to automate cloud security management and decision-making to help mitigate risk for organizations accelerating their cloud journey on Amazon Web Services (AWS) environments. Highlighted in IBM’s…

AI’s impact on the future of web application security

In this Help Net Security interview, Tony Perez, CEO at NOC.org, discusses the role of continuous monitoring for real-time threat detection, the unique risks posed by APIs, and strategies for securing web applications. Perez also addresses how AI-driven threats are…

Critical vulnerabilities persist in high-risk sectors

Finance and insurance sectors found to have the highest number of critical vulnerabilities, according to Black Duck. Finance and insurance industry faces highest vulnerabilities The report, which analyzes data from over 200,000 dynamic application security testing (DAST) scans conducted by…

Using AI to drive cybersecurity risk scoring systems

In this Help Net Security video, Venkat Gopalakrishnan, Principal Data Science Manager at Microsoft, discusses the development of AI-driven risk scoring models tailored for cybersecurity threats, and how AI is revolutionizing risk assessment and management in cybersecurity. The post Using…

NIST report on hardware security risks reveals 98 failure scenarios

NIST’s latest report, “Hardware Security Failure Scenarios: Potential Hardware Weaknesses” (NIST IR 8517), explores the hidden vulnerabilities in computer hardware, a domain often considered more secure than software. The report highlights how hardware flaws embedded in chip designs can lead…

New infosec products of the week: November 15, 2024

Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from Absolute Security, BlackFog, Eurotech, Nirmata, Rakuten Viber, Syteca, and Vectra. Eurotech ReliaGATE 15A-14 enables organizations to meet regulatory standards The ReliaGATE 15A-14 combines flexible feature…

NIST is chipping away at NVD backlog

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is clearing the backlog of unprocessed CVE-numbered vulnerabilities in the National Vulnerability Database (NVD), but has admitted that their initial estimate of when they would finish the job was “optimistic”. About the…

Zero-days dominate top frequently exploited vulnerabilities

A joint report by leading cybersecurity agencies from the U.S., UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand has identified the most commonly exploited vulnerabilities of 2023. Zero-day vulnerabilities on the rise The advisory highlights that malicious cyber actors increasingly targeted zero-day…

How Intel is making open source accessible to all developers

In this Help Net Security interview, Arun Gupta, Vice President and General Manager for Open Ecosystem, Intel, discusses the company’s commitment to fostering an open ecosystem as a cornerstone of its software strategy. He explains how this approach empowers developers…

How cybersecurity failures are draining business budgets

Security leaders feel under increasing pressure to provide assurances around cybersecurity, exposing them to greater personal risk – yet many lack the data and resources to accurately report and close cybersecurity gaps, according to Panaseer. The report analyses the findings…

What 2025 holds for user identity protection

In this Help Net Security video, David Cottingham, President of rf IDEAS, discusses what he sees as the most prominent areas for improvement and continued change in the space: As we move into 2025, it’s evident that businesses recognize MFA…

Absolute Security releases Enterprise Edition

Absolute Security launched Enterprise Edition, combining the new Safe Connect for Secure Access and Comply Module for Secure Endpoint. With these innovations, Enterprise Edition is the comprehensive Security Service Edge (SSE) that can ensure only secure and compliant devices are…

Cequence Security enables organizations to elevate their API defenses

Cequence Security announced its new API Security Assessment Services. Designed to provide immediate, actionable insights into API security risks, these time-bound and fixed services leverage Cequence’s advanced Unified API Protection platform, enabling companies to identify and address security gaps within…

Infostealers increasingly impact global security

Check Point Software’s latest threat index reveals a significant rise in infostealers like Lumma Stealer, while mobile malware like Necro continues to pose a significant threat, highlighting the evolving tactics used by cybercriminals across the globe. Last month researchers discovered…

GoIssue phishing tool targets GitHub developer credentials

Researchers discovered GoIssue, a new phishing tool targeting GitHub users, designed to extract email addresses from public profiles and launch mass email attacks. Marketed on a cybercrime forum, GoIssue allows attackers to send bulk emails while keeping their identity hidden…

Nirmata Control Hub automates security with policy-as-code

Nirmata launched Nirmata Control Hub, a comprehensive platform designed to prevent misconfigurations and automate security through policy-as-code. As Artificial Intelligence (AI) accelerates the adoption of Kubernetes and cloud-native technologies, enterprises are increasingly facing security challenges due to the growing complexity…

Rakuten Viber unveils new security solutions for businesses

Rakuten Viber has launched new solutions to further protect communication on the platform. Businesses can now quickly authenticate users to enhance trust and reduce fraud, making interactions more secure. Verification messages provide a secure and seamless way to authenticate clients…

Syteca Account Discovery strengthens privileged access management

Syteca launched Account Discovery, a new feature within its Privileged Access Management (PAM) solution. This enhancement enables organizations to automatically detect and manage privileged accounts across their IT infrastructure, significantly reducing security risks associated with unmanaged access credentials. The new…

Tips for a successful cybersecurity job interview

Whether you’re looking to enhance your existing cybersecurity skills or just beginning your journey in the field, cybersecurity offers a wide range of career opportunities. If you’re considering a career shift, exploring new job opportunities, or aiming to upgrade your…

Cyber professionals face an IP loss reckoning in 2025

AI can expose your work secrets. The same goes for AI-generated content, which has revolutionized workplace productivity but comes with hidden risks. As more employees use AI models to streamline tasks—whether drafting reports, building code, or designing products, they may…

BlackFog platform enhancements boost data loss prevention

BlackFog launched its next generation enterprise platform to deliver even more powerful ransomware and insider threat prevention. BlackFog’s pioneering platform focuses specifically on anti data exfiltration to prevent unauthorized data from leaving a device, ensuring that an organization’s most sensitive…

F5 AI Gateway secures and optimizes access to AI applications

F5 announced early access of F5 AI Gateway to streamline interactions between applications, APIs, and large language models (LLMs) driving enterprise AI adoption. This powerful containerized solution optimizes performance, observability, and protection capabilities—all leading to reduced costs. Integrated with F5’s…

Massive troves of Amazon, HSBC employee data leaked

A threat actor who goes by the online moniker “Nam3L3ss” has leaked employee data belonging to a number of corporations – including Amazon, 3M, HSBC and HP – ostensibly compromised during the May 2023 MOVEit hack by the Cl0p ransomware…

Powerpipe: Open-source dashboards for DevOps

Powerpipe is an open-source solution designed to streamline DevOps management with powerful visualization and compliance tools, making it simple to track, assess, and act on key data for smarter decision-making and continuous compliance monitoring. Dynamic dashboards and reports Powerpipe’s high-level…

The changing face of identity security

It’s easy to see why identity security is often synonymous with user security. Social engineering tactics are the mainstay of the threat actor’s arsenal, and it’s rare to find an attack that doesn’t feature them to some degree. Getting hold…

The Ultimate Guide to the CGRC

Even the brightest minds benefit from guidance on the journey to success. The Ultimate Guide covers everything you need to know about Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC) certification. See how CGRC – and ISC2 – can help you…

Mirantis provides support offerings for Harbor Registry and KubeVirt

Mirantis launched Mirantis Harbor Registry Support and Mirantis KubeVirt Support offerings, providing support for managing container image registries and virtual machine workloads within any Kubernetes environment, irrespective of the underlying infrastructure or Kubernetes distribution. “For organizations seeking pure open-source deployments,…

AppOmni partners with Cisco to extend zero trust to SaaS

AppOmni announced a significant partnership that combines the company’s Zero Trust Posture Management (ZTPM) solution with Cisco’s Security Service Edge (SSE) technology suite to enable zero trust principles at the application layer in Security-as-a-Service (SaaS) applications. The combined solution provides…

Am I Isolated: Open-source container security benchmark

Am I Isolated is an open-source container security benchmark that probes users’ runtime environments and tests for container isolation. The Rust-based container runtime scanner runs as a container, detecting gaps in users’ container runtime isolation. It also provides guidance to…

A closer look at the 2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy

In this Help Net Security video, David Cottingham, CEO of Airlock Digital, discusses the 2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy and reviews joint and individual cybersecurity efforts, progress, and strategies over the past year. The Australian Government’s 2023-2030 Cyber Security Strategy,…

New infosec products of the week: November 8, 2024

Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from Atakama, Authlete, Symbiotic Security, and Zywave. Atakama introduces DNS filtering designed for MSPs Atakama announced the latest expansion of its Managed Browser Security Platform, introducing…

Malwarebytes acquires AzireVPN to boost security for customers

Malwarebytes announced the acquisition of AzireVPN, a renowned privacy-focused VPN provider. Malwarebytes has long been a defender of user privacy through its portfolio of consumer solutions, including Malwarebytes Privacy VPN and its free ad and scam blocker web extension Malwarebytes…