Tag: advisory
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CISA FBI Warns that Ghost Ransomware Hits Over 70 Organizations
Tags: advisory, cisa, cyber, cybersecurity, government, healthcare, infrastructure, network, ransomwareThe Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have issued a joint advisory warning about the widespread impact of the Ghost ransomware, also known as Cring. Since its emergence in early 2021, this ransomware has compromised over 70 organizations globally, spanning critical infrastructure, healthcare, education, government networks, and private…
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CISA and FBI Issue Alert as Ghost Ransomware Targets 70+ Organizations
Tags: access, advisory, cisa, cyber, cybersecurity, exploit, infrastructure, malicious, ransomware, software, threat, vulnerabilityThe Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have issued a joint advisory warning about the increasing threat posed by Ghost ransomware. This malicious campaign has already impacted more than 70 organizations across various sectors, exploiting vulnerabilities in widely-used software to gain access to targeted networks. Exploitation of Vulnerabilities…
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Hackers gain root access to Palo Alto firewalls through chained bugs
Immediate patching advised: All three vulnerabilities affect PAN-OS versions 10.1, 10.2, 11.1, and 11.2, and have received patches respectively. Palo Alto Networks confirmed that its Cloud NGFW and Prisma Access services are not impacted.As a workaround, admins are advised to restrict access to the management web interface to only trusted internal IP addresses. Even then,…
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Mehrere Schwachstellen in OpenSSH (Feb. 2025)
Sicherheitsexperten von Qualys TRU sind bei der Software OpenSSH auf zwei Schwachstellen gestoßen. Zudem wurde am 11. Februar 2024 ein Advisory zu einer weiteren Schwachstelle veröffentlicht. Betroffen von dieser Schwachstelle sind OpenSSL 3.4, 3.3 und 3.2, wobei es Upgrades auf … First seen on borncity.com Jump to article: www.borncity.com/blog/2025/02/19/schwachstellen-cve-2024-12797-in-openssh-feb-2025/
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XCSSET macOS malware reappears with new attack strategies, Microsoft sounds alarm
Xcode developers targeted through infected projects: Microsoft reported that XCSSET continues to spread via compromised Xcode projects, a technique that has been in use since the malware’s discovery in 2020. Once an infected project is cloned or downloaded, the malware can embed itself within the developer’s system and further propagate when the infected code is…
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CISA, FBI call software with buffer overflow issues ‘unforgivable’
Microsoft, VMWare, Ivanti flaws called out: The feds highlighted a list of buffer overflow bugs affecting leading vendors like Microsoft, Ivanti, VMWare, Citrix and RedHat, ranging from high to critical severity, and some already having in-the-wild exploits.The list included two Microsoft flaws that could allow, local attackers in container-based environments to gain system privileges (CVE-2025-21333),…
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Fortinet discloses second authentication bypass vulnerability
Fortinet disclosed CVE-2025-24472 in an updated advisory that confused some in the infosec community because it stated that ‘reports show this is being exploited in the wild.’ First seen on techtarget.com Jump to article: www.techtarget.com/searchsecurity/news/366619314/Fortinet-discloses-second-authentication-bypass-vulnerability
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0-Day Vulnerability in Windows Storage Allow Hackers to Delete the Target Files Remotely
A newly discovered 0-day vulnerability in Windows Storage has sent shockwaves through the cybersecurity community. Identified as CVE-2025-21391, this critical flaw allows attackers to elevate privilege and remotely delete targeted files on a victim’s system without their interaction. Microsoft officially confirmed the issue on February 11, 2025. According to the advisory, this vulnerability stems from a…
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Critical OpenSSL Vulnerability Let Attackers Launch Manthe-Middle Attacks
A high-severity security vulnerability (CVE-2024-12797) has been identified in OpenSSL, one of the most widely used cryptographic libraries. The flaw allows attackers to exploit a loophole in TLS and DTLS handshakes, potentially enabling man-in-the-middle (MITM) attacks on vulnerable connections. OpenSSL has issued a security advisory urging affected users to upgrade immediately to mitigate the risk.…
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Microsoft’s February 2025 Patch Tuesday Addresses 55 CVEs (CVE-2025-21418, CVE-2025-21391)
Tags: access, advisory, android, apt, attack, authentication, best-practice, cve, cyber, data, exploit, firmware, flaw, group, Internet, lazarus, linux, malicious, microsoft, network, north-korea, ntlm, office, rce, remote-code-execution, service, technology, tool, update, vulnerability, windows, zero-day3Critical 52Important 0Moderate 0Low Microsoft addresses 55 CVEs with three rated critical and four zero-day vulnerabilities, including two that were exploited in the wild. Microsoft patched 55 CVEs in its February 2025 Patch Tuesday release, with three rated critical and 52 rated as important. Our counts omitted one vulnerability reported by HackerOne. This month’s update…
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Apple issues emergency patches to contain an ‘extremely sophisticated attack’ on targeted individuals
Security researcher uncovers the exploit: The vulnerability was discovered by Bill Marczak, a senior researcher at Citizen Lab, a digital rights research group at the University of Toronto’s Munk School.Marczak took to social media to urge users to update their devices immediately, stating: “Update your iPhones”¦ again! iOS 18.3.1 out today with a fix for…
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Critical Flaw in Progress LoadMaster Allows Attackers to Execute System Commands
A series of critical security vulnerabilities have been identified in Progress Software’s LoadMaster application, potentially allowing remote attackers to execute system commands or access sensitive files. CVE-2024-56131, CVE-2024-56132, CVE-2024-56133, CVE-2024-56134, and CVE-2024-56135, affect all current versions of LoadMaster, including Multi-Tenant LoadMaster (MT) deployments, prompting an urgent patch advisory for users. Progress Software has confirmed that no active exploits of these…
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Hackers breach Microsoft IIS services using Cityworks RCE bug
Hackers are exploiting a high-severity remote code execution (RCE) flaw in Cityworks deployments, a GIS-centric asset and work order management software, to execute codes on a customers’ Microsoft web servers.In a coordinated advisory with the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Cityworks’ developer Trimble said that the vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-0994 with CVSS rating…
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Dell Update Manager Plugin Flaw Exposes Sensitive Data
Dell Technologies has issued asecurity advisory (DSA-2025-047)to address a vulnerability in the Dell Update Manager Plugin (UMP) that could expose sensitive data to malicious actors. The flaw, identified as CVE-2025-22402, is categorized as a low-risk issue but requires immediate attention and remediation for affected users. The vulnerability has been classified asImproper Neutralization of Script-Related HTML Tags…
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Cisco IOS SNMP Vulnerabilities Allow Attackers to Launch DoS Attacks<<
Cisco has disclosed multiple vulnerabilities in its Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) subsystem affecting Cisco IOS, IOS XE, and IOS XR software. These flaws, identified as high-severity, could allow an authenticated remote attacker to trigger Denial-of-Service (DoS) conditions, disrupting network operations. Key Details According to the Cisco Security Advisory ID: cisco-sa-snmp-dos-sdxnSUcW, the vulnerabilities stem from improper…
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Zyxel won’t patch newly exploited flaws in endlife routers
Zyxel has issued a security advisory about actively exploited flaws in CPE Series devices, warning that it has no plans to issue fixing patches and urging users to move to actively supported models. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/zyxel-wont-patch-newly-exploited-flaws-in-end-of-life-routers/
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It pays to know how your cybersecurity stacks up
Like all other business leaders, chief information security officers (CISOs) could find themselves on the unemployment line if something on their watch goes seriously sideways.But what if CISOs simply aren’t demonstrating enough business value?With companies cutting costs, proving cybersecurity programs are good for the business has become vital to protecting budgets and jobs. That’s why…
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7 tips for improving cybersecurity ROI
Tags: advisory, ai, attack, business, ciso, compliance, control, corporate, cyber, cybersecurity, data, defense, detection, exploit, finance, gartner, group, incident response, infrastructure, intelligence, metric, monitoring, network, privacy, resilience, risk, risk-assessment, risk-management, service, siem, software, strategy, technology, threat, tool, vulnerability, wafWhen it comes to cybersecurity investments, smart money is directed toward initiatives that deliver the greatest protection at the lowest possible cost. But what appears to be a straightforward calculation can often be anything but.CISOs perennially face challenges securing adequate funding to safeguard the enterprise, placing them often in difficult positions attempting to stretch resources…
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Sophos finalizes $859 million acquisition of rival Secureworks
Sophos has announced the completion of its $859 million acquisition of Secureworks. The deal makes Sophos one of the largest providers of managed detection and response (MDR) services, with the company now supporting more than 28,000 businesses around the world.According to the companies, the acquisition will enable Sophos to offer a best-in-class, open, and scalable…
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The CISO’s role in advancing innovation in cybersecurity
Tags: access, advisory, ai, attack, best-practice, business, ceo, ciso, conference, cyber, cybersecurity, finance, network, phone, risk, startup, strategy, technology, threat, toolCybersecurity leaders have an advantage when it comes to innovation given their front seat facing new and old threats. That is why many CISOs are playing an active role in shaping emerging solutions, which also gives them a clear understanding of where current solutions fall short.”CISOs can play a part in supporting innovation by shaping…
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Former CSRB members largely silent on dismissal
The Cyber Safety Review Board was investigating recent attacks by Chinese state-sponsored threat actor Salt Typhoon when DHS terminated all advisory board memberships. First seen on techtarget.com Jump to article: www.techtarget.com/searchsecurity/news/366618514/Former-CSRB-members-largely-silent-on-dismissal
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CISA Warns of Flaws in Aircraft Collision Avoidance Systems
Hackers Unlikley to Exploit Flaws in The Wild. Security researchers found an unpatchable flaw in the system that prevents commercial aircraft from crashing into each other, the U.S. federal government said in a Tuesday advisory that called the likelihood of its exploitation unlikely outside of a laboratory setting First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article:…
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Ivanti CSA exploit chains examined in joint CISA, FBI advisory
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/brief/ivanti-csa-exploit-chains-examined-in-joint-cisa-fbi-advisory
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Nnice Ransomware Attacking Windows Systems With Advanced Encryption Techniques
CYFIRMA’s Research and Advisory team has identified a new strain of ransomware labeled >>Nnice,
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Cisco patches antivirus decommissioning bug as exploit code surfaces
Cisco has patched a denial-of-service (DoS) vulnerability affecting its open-source antivirus software toolkit, ClamAV, which already has a proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit code available to the public.Identified as CVE-2025-20128, the vulnerability stems from a heap-based buffer overflow in the Object Linking and Embedding 2 (OLE2) decryption routine, enabling unauthenticated remote attackers to cause a DoS condition…