Tag: authentication
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Infostealer malware poses potent threat despite recent takedowns
How CISOs can defend against infostealers: To defend against these threats, CISOs should rely on multi-factor authentication MFA and least privilege access to prevent their incursion into the corporate network, as well as endpoint detection and response (EDR) and anti-malware to detect and quarantine infostealers that manage to trick users into running the malware. Regular…
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Volume of attacks on network devices shows need to replace end of life devices quickly
Tags: access, apache, attack, authentication, best-practice, breach, cloud, control, credentials, cve, cyber, dns, endpoint, espionage, exploit, firewall, flaw, government, group, Hardware, infrastructure, injection, Internet, ivanti, lazarus, macOS, monitoring, network, north-korea, open-source, password, risk, router, russia, sans, service, software, threat, tool, update, vulnerabilityCVE-2023-1389, a vulnerability in TP-Link Archer AX21 router;CVE-2024-3400, a hole in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS firewall operating system;CVE-2023-36845, a vulnerability in Juniper Networks Junos OS operating system;CVE-2021-44529, a vulnerability in Ivanti Endpoint Manager Cloud Service Appliance;CVE-2023-38035, a hole in Ivanti Sentry security gateway;CVE-2024-36401, a vulnerability in OSGeo GeoServer;CVE-2024-0012, a vulnerability in Palo Alto Neworks PAN-OS…
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Hewlett Packard RCE Vulnerability Allows Attackers to Bypass Authentication and Execute Remote Commands
A critical unauthenticated remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in HPE Insight Cluster Management Utility (CMU) v8.2 allows attackers to bypass authentication and execute commands as root on high-performance computing (HPC) clusters, researchers revealed today. Tracked as CVE-2024-13804, the flaw exposes HPC environments to full cluster compromise through weaponized Java client applications. Technical Breakdown The vulnerability stems from…
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CrushFTP Vulnerability Lets Hackers Bypass Security and Seize Server Control
A newly disclosed authentication bypass vulnerability (CVE-2025-2825) in CrushFTP file transfer software enables attackers to gain complete control of servers without valid credentials. The vulnerability affects versions 10.0.0 through 11.3.0 of the popular enterprise file transfer solution, exposing organizations to data theft and system compromise. The Exploit: Bypassing Security in 3 Steps Security researchers have…
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Available now: 2024 Year in Review
Tags: access, ai, attack, authentication, email, identity, mfa, network, ransomware, threat, vulnerabilityDownload Talos’ 2024 Year in Review now, and access key insights on the top targeted vulnerabilities of the year, network-based attacks, email threats, adversary toolsets, identity attacks, multi-factor authentication (MFA) abuse, ransomware and AI-based attacks. First seen on blog.talosintelligence.com Jump to article: blog.talosintelligence.com/available-now-2024-year-in-review/
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Unsolved Challenge: Why API Access Control Vulnerabilities Remain a Major Security Risk
Despite advancements in API security, access control vulnerabilities, such as broken object-level authentication (BOLA) and broken function-level authentication (BFLA), remain almost impossible to detect. This blog will explore why these vulnerabilities are so difficult to detect, the limitations of current security tools, and the implications for businesses relying on API-driven applications. It will also discuss…
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New Security Flaws Found in VMware Tools and CrushFTP, High Risk, PoC Released
Broadcom has issued security patches to address a high-severity security flaw in VMware Tools for Windows that could lead to an authentication bypass.Tracked as CVE-2025-22230, the vulnerability is rated 7.8 on the ten-point Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS).”VMware Tools for Windows contains an authentication bypass vulnerability due to improper access control,” Broadcom said in an…
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Broadcom fixes authentication bypass flaw in VMware Tools for Windows
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/news/broadcom-fixes-authentication-bypass-flaw-in-vmware-tools-for-windows
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Windows 11 KB5053656 update released with 38 changes and fixes
Microsoft has released the KB5053656 preview cumulative update for Windows 11 24H2 with 38 changes, including real-time translation on AMD and Intel-powered Copilot+ PCs and fixes for authentication and blue-screen issues. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-11-kb5053656-update-released-with-38-changes-and-fixes/
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CISOs’ Challenge: Securing MFA Adoption With Risk Messaging
Tags: ai, authentication, business, ciso, compliance, cyber, mfa, phishing, risk, tactics, vulnerabilityAICD’s Figueroa on Business-Focused Communication for Authentication Progress. Modern phishing tactics now leverage voice, SMS and AI-powered impersonation, yet many Asia-Pacific organizations continue relying on vulnerable single-factor authentication, said Marco Figueroa, senior manager of cyber security, risk and compliance at the Australian Institute of Company Directors. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article: www.govinfosecurity.com/cisos-challenge-securing-mfa-adoption-risk-messaging-a-27848
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IoT Security Gaps Put Enterprises at Risk
Dennis Giese on Reverse Engineering, Flawed Authentication, Poor Threat Modeling. IoT security flaws expose users and businesses to serious risks. Weak authentication methods allow attackers to manipulate devices, leading to data breaches and privacy violations. Reverse engineering highlights these weaknesses, said Dennis Giese, IoT security and privacy researcher. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article:…
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Die 10 häufigsten IT-Sicherheitsfehler
Von ungepatchten Sicherheitslücken bis hin zu unzureichenden Backups: Lesen Sie, wie sich die häufigsten IT-Sicherheitsfehler vermeiden lassen. Verschlüsselte Dateien und eine Textdatei mit einer Erpresser-Nachricht zeigen klar und deutlich: Ein Unternehmen ist einer Cyberattacke zum Opfer gefallen. Dabei ist das nur das Ende einer langen Angriffskette. Die Tätergruppe bewegt sich oft seit mehreren Wochen oder Monaten…
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Advanced Fined 3 Million Pounds Over 2022 Ransomware Hack
UK ICO Says Advanced’s Security Measures ‘Fell Seriously Short’. A British IT service company must pay a 3.07 million pound fine for a 2022 ransomware hack that exposed medical records of tens of thousands of National Health Service patients. Hackers breached the Advanced system through a user account that did not have multifactor authentication in…
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Even anti-scammers get scammed: security expert Troy Hunt pwned by phishing email
Troy Hunt, creator of the Have I Been Pwned website Troy HuntThe phishing attack was “highly automated and designed to immediately export the list before the victim could take preventative measures,” Hunt wrote.The attack highlights the limitations of passwords and two-factor authentication (2FA) in preventing phishing attacks. Hunt said the incident highlights the need for…
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Update VMware Tools for Windows Now: High-Severity Flaw Lets Hackers Bypass Authentication
CVE-2025-22230 is described as an “authentication bypass vulnerability” by Broadcom, allowing hackers to perform high-privilege operations without the necessary credentials. First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/news-vmware-tools-windows-vulnerability/
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Exploited! Kentico Xperience Staging Service Authentication Bypass Vulnerabilities (CVE-2025-2746 CVE-2025-2747)
Recently, two critical security flaws were discovered in Kentico Xperience 13, a popular digital experience platform (CMS). Tracked as CVE-2025-2746 and CVE-2025-2747, these vulnerabilities allow unauthenticated attackers to bypass the Staging Sync Server’s authentication, potentially gaining administrative control over the CMS. Both issues carry a CVSS score of 9.8 (Critical) (Warning: Multiple Critical & High……
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Securing Canada’s Digital Backbone: Navigating API Compliance
Tags: api, attack, authentication, best-practice, breach, compliance, cyber, data, detection, encryption, flaw, framework, governance, government, infrastructure, monitoring, regulation, risk, service, strategy, threat, vulnerabilityHighlights: Understanding Canadian API Standards: Key principles for secure government API development. Critical Importance of API Security: Why robust protection is vital for citizen data. Compliance and Trust: How adherence to standards builds public confidence. Key Security Considerations: Essential practices for Canadian organizations. Salt Security’s Alignment: How the Salt API Security Platform supports Canadian government…
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Legal impact on cybersecurity in 2025: new developments and challenges in the EU
Tags: 5G, authentication, compliance, corporate, cybersecurity, dora, finance, framework, fraud, identity, law, network, regulation, resilience, risk, service, strategy, technology, theftDORA Regulation: digital operational resilience in the financial sector: Regulation 2022/2554 (DORA) focuses on increasing the “Digital Operational Resilience” of financial institutions. Approved on 14 December 2022, DORA seeks to strengthen the security and robustness of financial sector entities’ information systems, with the aim of reducing technological risks and cyberthreats.As mentioned, DORA is applicable to…
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Authentication bypass CVE-2025-22230 impacts VMware Windows Tools
Broadcom addressed a high-severity authentication bypass vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-22230, in VMware Tools for Windows. Broadcom released security updates to address a high-severity authentication bypass vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-22230 (CVSS score 9.8), impacting VMware Tools for Windows. VMware Tools for Windows is a suite of utilities that enhances the performance and usability of virtual machines…
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Understanding RDAP: The Future of Domain Registration Data Access
Tags: access, api, attack, authentication, china, compliance, control, cyber, cybercrime, cybersecurity, data, detection, exploit, framework, fraud, GDPR, incident response, infrastructure, intelligence, Internet, law, malicious, malware, phishing, privacy, regulation, service, threat, tool, vulnerability -
New Security Flaws Found in VMware Tools and CrushFTP, High Risk, No Workaround
Broadcom has issued security patches to address a high-severity security flaw in VMware Tools for Windows that could lead to an authentication bypass.Tracked as CVE-2025-22230, the vulnerability is rated 7.8 on the ten-point Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS).”VMware Tools for Windows contains an authentication bypass vulnerability due to improper access control,” Broadcom said in an…
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Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) vs. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
How authentication works, the difference between 2FA and MFA, and the various types of secondary authentication factors. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/03/two-factor-authentication-2fa-vs-multi-factor-authentication-mfa/
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Broadcom warns of authentication bypass in VMware Windows Tools
Broadcom released security updates today to fix a high-severity authentication bypass vulnerability in VMware Tools for Windows. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/broadcom-warns-of-authentication-bypass-in-vmware-windows-tools/
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VMware Patches Authentication Bypass Flaw in Windows Tools Suite
The authentication bypass vulnerability, tagged as CVE-2025-22230, carries a CVSS severity score of 7.8/10. The post VMware Patches Authentication Bypass Flaw in Windows Tools Suite appeared first on SecurityWeek. First seen on securityweek.com Jump to article: www.securityweek.com/vmware-patches-authentication-bypass-flaw-in-windows-tools-suite/
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Neue VanHelsing-Ransomware breitet sich rasant aus
Tags: authentication, backup, blockchain, dark-web, encryption, extortion, governance, government, linux, ransomware, service, usa, windowsDas neue Ransomware-Programm VanHelsing zielt auf Windows-, Linux-, BSD-, ARM- und ESXi-Systeme.Das neue RaaS-Projekt namens VanHelsing wurde erstmals am16. März von Forschern von CYFIRMA entdeckt, als Angreifer es für Verschlüsselung und doppelte Erpressung nutzten. Da es für Ziele der Gemeinschaft Unabhängiger Staaten (GUS) verboten ist, gehen die Security-Spezialisten davon aus, dass die Hintermänner aus Russland…
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New VanHelsing ransomware claims three victims within a month
Tags: access, authentication, backup, blockchain, control, encryption, government, network, ransom, ransomware, service, windowsSophisticated affiliate program: VanHelsing is a refined ransomware written in C++ and, based on the compilation timestamp observed by Check Point, had claimed its first victim on the same day it got spotted by CYFIRMA.”The ransomware accepts multiple command-line arguments that control the encryption process, such as whether to encrypt network and local drives or…
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Next.js Middleware Permission Bypass Vulnerability (CVE-2025-29927)
Overview Recently, NSFOCUS CERT detected that Next.js issued a security announcement and fixed the middleware permission bypass vulnerability (CVE-2025-29927). Because Next.js lacks effective verification of the source of the x-middleware-subrequest header, when configuring to use middleware for authentication and authorization, an unauthenticated attacker can bypass system permission controls by manipulating the x-middleware-subrequest header to access…The…
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Critical Ingress NGINX Controller Vulnerability Allows RCE Without Authentication
A set of five critical security shortcomings have been disclosed in the Ingress NGINX Controller for Kubernetes that could result in unauthenticated remote code execution, putting over 6,500 clusters at immediate risk by exposing the component to the public internet.The vulnerabilities (CVE-2025-24513, CVE-2025-24514, CVE-2025-1097, CVE-2025-1098, and CVE-2025-1974 ), assigned a CVSS score of First seen…