Tag: access
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ShinyHunters Leads Surge in Vishing Attacks to Steal SaaS Data
Several threat clusters are using vishing in extortion campaigns that include tactics that are consistent with those used by high-profile threat group ShinyHunters. They are stealing SSO and MFA credentials to access companies’ environments and steal data from cloud applications, according to Mandiant researchers. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2026/02/shinyhunters-leads-surge-in-vishing-attacks-to-steal-saas-data/
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Hackers exploit unsecured MongoDB instances to wipe data and demand ransom
Over 1,400 exposed MongoDB servers have been hijacked and wiped by hackers, who left ransom notes after exploiting weak or missing access controls. Cybersecurity firm Flare reports that unsecured MongoDB databases remain easy targets, with 1,416 of 3,100 exposed servers compromised. Hackers wiped data and left ransom notes, usually demanding $500 in Bitcoin, often using…
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How risk culture turns cyber teams predictive
Tags: access, compliance, control, credentials, cyber, cybersecurity, data-breach, detection, identity, intelligence, jobs, ransomware, resilience, risk, serviceRisk culture: What it is when you strip the slogans: People talk about culture like it’s soft. Posters. Values. A town hall with applause on cue.Culture is harder. Culture is what people do when nobody is watching, and when the clock is loud. Culture is what gets you the truth at 4 p.m., not at…
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Hackers attempt to extort parents after school refuses to pay ransom fee
The attackers are believed to have gained access to the internal networks of OLV Pulhof, a secondary school in the Berchem district of Antwerp, shortly after the Christmas break. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/hackers-attempt-to-extort-parents-after-school-refuses-ransom-demand
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This stealthy Windows RAT holds live conversations with its operators
Tags: access, data, detection, injection, malware, mitigation, monitoring, powershell, rat, reverse-engineering, theft, windowsRAT capabilities and stealer functionality: The .NET payload implements a remote access trojan that allows operators to interact directly with compromised systems. Unlike many commodity RATs that rely on periodic check-ins, this malware supports live command handling, enabling attackers to issue instructions and receive responses in near real-time.This interactive design allows operators to perform reconnaissance,…
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Why non-human identities are your biggest security blind spot in 2026
Tags: access, api, breach, cloud, control, credentials, data-breach, github, google, governance, identity, least-privilege, password, service, threat, toolThe three blind spots I keep finding: After years working in cloud security and identity management, certain patterns show up everywhere I look. Three problems in particular appear in nearly every environment I assess. Secrets where they should never be. I still find API keys hardcoded in source files. Still. In 2026. Last year, GitGuardian…
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Arsink RAT Targets Android Devices to Steal Sensitive Data and Enable Remote Access
Arsink is a cloud-native Android Remote Access Trojan (RAT) that steals sensitive data and grants attackers deep control over infected devices. In several builds, larger media is pushed through Google Apps Script into Google Drive, while other versions rely on Firebase Realtime Database (RTDB) and Firebase Storage, sometimes paired with Telegram for fast exfiltration. The…
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OAuth User-Managed Access Protocol Overview
Tags: accessDeep dive into OAuth User-Managed Access (UMA) for CTOs. Learn how UMA 2.0 improves CIAM, delegated authorization, and enterprise SSO security. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2026/02/oauth-user-managed-access-protocol-overview/
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EU-Überwachungsgesetz E-Evidence: Neuer Datenzugriff für Ermittler Kritik an schwachem Rechtsschutz
Ermittler erhalten mit dem E-Evidence-Paket direkten Zugriff auf Cloud- und Kommunikationsdaten. Kritik am schwachen Rechtsschutz wächst. First seen on tarnkappe.info Jump to article: tarnkappe.info/artikel/it-sicherheit/datenschutz/eu-ueberwachungsgesetz-e-evidence-neuer-datenzugriff-fuer-ermittler-kritik-an-schwachem-rechtsschutz-325650.html
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Ex-Googler nailed for stealing AI secrets for Chinese startups
Network access from China and side hustle as AI upstart CEO aroused suspicion First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2026/01/30/google_engineer_convicted_ai_secrets_china/
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What makes least privilege essential in secure cloud operations
How Can Least Privilege Transform Secure Cloud Operations? Have you ever pondered the repercussions of over-privileged access in cloud environments? With the rapid adoption of cloud technologies, the concept of least privilege has emerged when a cornerstone for secure cloud operations. This principle, while seemingly simple, significantly influences various sectors, enhancing security and operational efficiency….…
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Top 10 Best DNS Filtering Solutions 2026
In 2026, the perimeter is gone. Your users are everywhere, and the >>castle and moat<< security model is obsolete. The most effective way to secure a hybrid workforce is through DNS filtering and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE). These tools act as the new control plane, stopping ransomware command-and-control (C2) callbacks and AI-driven phishing attacks…
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Can Agentic AI ensure full IAM compliance
Why Are Non-Human Identities Crucial for Cloud Security? Does your organization fully understand the importance of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) in cybersecurity? With a crucial component of cloud security, managing these machine identities effectively can be the key to minimizing risks and ensuring robust access management. Where systems and services interact automatically, establishing a comprehensive strategy……
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Ivanti patches two actively exploited critical vulnerabilities in EPMM
install rpm url [patch_url] command.The RPM_12.x.0.x patch is applicable to EPMM software versions 12.5.0.x, 12.6.0.x, and 12.7.0.x. It is also compatible with the older 12.3.0.x and 12.4.0.x versions. Meanwhile the RPM_12.x.1.x patch is applicable to versions 12.5.1.0 and 12.6.1.0.”The RPM script does not survive a version upgrade,” the company warns. “If after applying the RPM…
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Web portal leaves kids’ chats with AI toy open to anyone with Gmail account
Just about anyone with a Gmail account could access Bondu chat transcripts. First seen on arstechnica.com Jump to article: arstechnica.com/security/2026/01/web-portal-leaves-kids-chats-with-ai-toy-open-to-anyone-with-gmail-account/
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Microsoft fixes Outlook bug blocking access to encrypted emails
Microsoft has fixed a known issue that prevented Microsoft 365 customers from opening encrypted emails in classic Outlook after a recent update. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-fixes-outlook-bug-blocking-access-to-encrypted-emails/
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Attackers Weaponize Microsoft 365 Outlook Add-ins to Quietly Exfiltrate Email Data
A stealthy data theft technique in Microsoft 365 that abuses Outlook add-ins to exfiltrate email content without leaving meaningful forensic traces. The technique, dubbed “Exfil Out&Look,” takes advantage of how Outlook Web Access (OWA) handles add-ins and audit logging, creating a blind spot that traditional Microsoft 365 monitoring cannot see. Outlook add-ins are small web-based…
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Researchers Uncover Chrome Extensions Abusing Affiliate Links and Stealing ChatGPT Access
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered malicious Google Chrome extensions that come with capabilities to hijack affiliate links, steal data, and collect OpenAI ChatGPT authentication tokens.One of the extensions in question is Amazon Ads Blocker (ID: pnpchphmplpdimbllknjoiopmfphellj), which claims to be a tool to browse Amazon without any sponsored content. It was uploaded to the Chrome First…
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Why Passwordless Authentication Is Critical for Online Learning Student Services
Passwordless authentication reduces risk and friction in online learning. See how passwordless login protects accounts, boosts access, and supports student services. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2026/01/why-passwordless-authentication-is-critical-for-online-learning-student-services/
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Sophos modernisiert Partnerportal und startet neuen Partner-Blog
Sophos hat umfassende Updates bei seinem Partnerportal vorgenommen. Mit dem neuen Auftritt erhalten die Channel-Partner eine moderne, intuitive Plattform, die Marketing- und Vertriebsaktivitäten noch effizienter unterstützt. Im Mittelpunkt steht eine vollständig überarbeitete Benutzeroberfläche, die den Zugriff auf Tools und Inhalte vereinfacht. Ergänzt wird dies durch smart geführte Demand-Generation-Kampagnen mit automatisiertem Co-Branding, mit denen Partner Marketingkampagnen…
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Cyble Research Discovers ShadowHS, an In-Memory Linux Framework for Long-Term Access
Cyble Research & Intelligence Labs (CRIL) has uncovered a post-exploitation Linux framework called ShadowHS, designed for stealthy, in-memory operations. Unlike traditional malware, ShadowHS leverages a fileless architecture and a weaponized version of hackshell, enabling attackers to maintain long-term, operator-controlled access to compromised Linux systems. First seen on thecyberexpress.com Jump to article: thecyberexpress.com/shadowhs-fileless-linux-exploitation-framework/
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Human risk management: CISOs’ solution to the security awareness training paradox
Tags: access, ai, awareness, ciso, compliance, cyber, cybersecurity, data, email, identity, intelligence, malicious, mitigation, risk, risk-management, strategy, tool, trainingWhat is human risk management?: HRM is defined as a cybersecurity strategy that identifies, measures, and reduces the risks caused by human behavior. Simply stated, security awareness training is about what employees know; HRM is about what they do (i.e., their actual cybersecurity behavior).To be more specific, HRM integrates into email security tools, web gateways,…
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Human risk management: CISOs’ solution to the security awareness training paradox
Tags: access, ai, awareness, ciso, compliance, cyber, cybersecurity, data, email, identity, intelligence, malicious, mitigation, risk, risk-management, strategy, tool, trainingWhat is human risk management?: HRM is defined as a cybersecurity strategy that identifies, measures, and reduces the risks caused by human behavior. Simply stated, security awareness training is about what employees know; HRM is about what they do (i.e., their actual cybersecurity behavior).To be more specific, HRM integrates into email security tools, web gateways,…