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NVIDIA NeMo Vulnerability Enables Remote Exploits
NVIDIA has issued an urgent security advisory addressing three high-severity vulnerabilities in its NeMo Framework, a platform widely used for developing AI-powered applications. The flaws, if exploited, could allow attackers to execute malicious code, tamper with data, or take control of vulnerable systems. Users are advised to update to NeMo Framework version 25.02 immediately to…
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Securing Fintech Operations Through Smarter Controls and Automation
With the rise of fintechs, accuracy alone isn’t enough, security and reliability are just as necessary. For fintech… First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/securing-fintech-operations-smarter-controls-automation/
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Elusive Comet Attack: Hackers Use Zoom Remote-Control to Steal Crypto
Hackers in the Elusive Comet campaign exploit Zoom’s remote-control feature to steal cryptocurrency, and over $100K lost in… First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/elusive-comet-hackers-zoom-remote-control-steal-crypto/
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10 key questions security leaders must ask at RSA 2025
Tags: access, ai, api, application-security, authentication, automation, business, cisa, ciso, cloud, conference, control, corporate, cve, cyber, cybersecurity, data, defense, detection, edr, endpoint, fido, finance, gartner, google, government, healthcare, infrastructure, microsoft, mitigation, mitre, monitoring, mssp, network, nist, passkey, password, phone, programming, resilience, risk, risk-management, service, software, strategy, switch, threat, tool, training, vulnerability, zero-trustIs agentic AI more myth than reality?: Building on 2024’s AI enthusiasm, this year will be all about agentic AI, defined as “a type of AI that enables software systems to act autonomously, making decisions and taking actions based on goals, with minimal human intervention,” according to AI itself (source: Google Gemini). We’ll see lots…
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Cybersecurity Snapshot: NIST Aligns Its Privacy and Cyber Frameworks, While Researchers Warn About Hallucination Risks from GenAI Code Generators
Tags: access, advisory, ai, attack, breach, china, cisa, cisco, ciso, cloud, computer, control, csf, cve, cyber, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, defense, encryption, espionage, exploit, firmware, framework, governance, government, group, hacker, hacking, healthcare, identity, infrastructure, Internet, LLM, malicious, mfa, mitigation, mitre, network, nist, open-source, password, phishing, privacy, risk, risk-assessment, router, service, software, strategy, supply-chain, technology, threat, tool, update, vulnerabilityCheck out NIST’s effort to further mesh its privacy and cyber frameworks. Plus, learn why code-writing GenAI tools can put developers at risk of package-confusion attacks. Also, find out what Tenable webinar attendees said about identity security. And get the latest on the MITRE CVE program and on attacks against edge routers. Dive into five…
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The Zoom attack you didn’t see coming
Did you know that when participating in a Zoom call, you can grant permission to other participants to control your computer remotely? While this feature may come in handy … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/04/18/zoom-remote-control-attack/
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Bubble.io 0-Day Flaw Lets Attackers Run Arbitrary Queries on Elasticsearch
A vulnerability in Bubble.io, a leading no-code development platform, has exposed thousands of applications to data breaches. The flaw allows attackers to bypass security controls and execute arbitrary queries on Elasticsearch databases, potentially compromising sensitive user information. Security researchers reverse-engineered Bubble.io’s JavaScript code and HTTP headers to uncover flaws in how the platform encrypts and…
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PoC Released for Critical Erlang/OTP SSH RCE Vulnerability
Security teams across industries are urgently patching systems following the public release of a proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit for a newly disclosed critical remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in Erlang/OTP’s SSH implementation. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-32433 and assigned a maximum CVSS score of 10.0, enables unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially taking complete control of affected systems.…
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When AI moves beyond human oversight: The cybersecurity risks of self-sustaining systems
Tags: access, ai, attack, authentication, automation, breach, business, control, credentials, crowdstrike, cybersecurity, data, detection, email, exploit, firewall, fraud, government, identity, infection, login, malware, mfa, monitoring, network, phishing, risk, software, technology, threat, update, vulnerabilityautopoiesis, allows AI systems to adapt dynamically to their environments, making them more efficient but also far less predictable.For cybersecurity teams, this presents a fundamental challenge: how do you secure a system that continuously alters itself? Traditional security models assume that threats originate externally, bad actors exploiting vulnerabilities in otherwise stable systems. But with AI capable…
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Your Network Is Showing Time to Go Stealth
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Neue ResolverRAT-Malware zielt auf Gesundheitsbranche
Der neue Remote Access Trojaner ResolverRAT nutzt DLL-Side-Loading-Probleme aus.Forscher von Morphisec haben einen neuen Remote Access Trojaner (RAT) mit dem Namen ResolverRAT entdeckt, der über Phishing-E-Mails mit bösartigen Anhängen verbreitet wird. Die Angreifer nutzen dabei als Köder Begriffe wie Urheberrechtsverletzungen, verschiedene Rechtsverstöße und laufende Ermittlungen. Die E-Mails sind in mehreren Sprachen verfasst, darunter Englisch, Hindi,…
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Footballers object to processing of performance data
Football players are seeking to gain more control of their performance data through ‘stop processing’ requests, in an attempt to strike a better balance between firms’ commercial interests and the data rights of footballers First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366622859/Footballers-object-to-processing-of-performance-data
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Update these two servers from Gladinet immediately, CISOs told
Tags: access, attack, ciso, cloud, control, credentials, data, defense, email, network, programming, risk, skills, update, vulnerabilityC:\Program Files (x86)\Gladinet Cloud Enterprise\root\web.config, although it has also been seen in this path as well: C:\Program Files (x86)\Gladinet Cloud Enterprise\portal\web.config. Similarly, Triofox web.config files could be in two locations: C:\Program Files (x86)\Triofox\root\web.config and C:\Program Files (x86)\Triofox\portal\web.config.The weakness can be leveraged to abuse the ASPX ViewState, a mechanism used to preserve the state of a…
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Windows Task Scheduler Vulnerabilities Allow Attackers Gain Admin Account Control
New vulnerabilities in Windows Task Scheduler’s schtasks.exe let attackers bypass UAC, alter metadata, modify event logs, and evade detection. These actions map to MITRE ATT&CK tactics: Persistence, Privilege Escalation, Execution, Lateral Movement, and Defense Evasion. Abuse of schtasks.exe enables stealthy task creation and manipulation without alerting defenders, making it a reliable tool for maintaining access…
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Latest Mustang Panda Arsenal: PAKLOG, CorKLOG, and SplatCloak – P2
This is Part 2 of our two-part technical analysis on Mustang Panda’s new tools. For details on ToneShell and StarProxy, go to Part 1.IntroductionIn addition to the new ToneShell variants and StarProxy, Zscaler ThreatLabz discovered two new keyloggers used by Mustang Panda that we have named PAKLOG and CorKLOG as well as an EDR evasion…
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Latest Mustang Panda Arsenal: ToneShell and StarProxy – P1
IntroductionThe Zscaler ThreatLabz team discovered new activity associated with Mustang Panda, originating from two machines from a targeted organization in Myanmar. This research led to the discovery of new ToneShell variants and several previously undocumented tools. Mustang Panda, a China-sponsored espionage group, traditionally targets government-related entities, military entities, minority groups, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) primarily…
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Open Source CIAM: A Practical Guide for the Modern Enterprise
Struggling with proprietary identity solutions? This comprehensive guide explores how open source CIAM platforms offer enterprises transparency, flexibility, & cost control while maintaining robust security. Compare leading solutions and discover which best balances security and customer experience. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/04/open-source-ciam-a-practical-guide-for-the-modern-enterprise/
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Shadow IT in 2025: 5 Teams Most Likely to Use Shadow IT Apps
Shadow IT is reshaping enterprise risk. Learn which departments lead shadow SaaS adoption, why it’s growing, and how to gain control before security gaps widen. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/04/shadow-it-in-2025-5-teams-most-likely-to-use-shadow-it-apps/
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Chinese Hackers Unleash New BRICKSTORM Malware to Target Windows and Linux Systems
A sophisticated cyber espionage campaign leveraging the newly identified BRICKSTORM malware variants has targeted European strategic industries since at least 2022. According to NVISO’s technical analysis, these backdoors previously confined to Linux vCenter servers now infect Windows environments, employing multi-tiered encryption, DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) obfuscation, and cloud-based Command & Control (C2) infrastructure to evade detection. The…
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CISA Issues 9 New ICS Advisories Addressing Critical Vulnerabilities
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has released nine new advisories detailing severe vulnerabilities in widely-used Industrial Control Systems (ICS) products. These advisories, published on April 15, 2025, urge immediate action from operators and administrators overseeing critical infrastructure. Below are the key highlights from each advisory: Nine Industrial Control Systems Advisories 1.Siemens Mendix…
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Chinese UNC5174 Group Expands Arsenal with New Open Source Tool and C2 Infrastructure
The Sysdig Threat Research Team (TRT) has revealed a significant evolution in the offensive capabilities of the Chinese state-sponsored threat actor, UNC5174. In late January 2025, after a year of diminished activity, the group launched a new campaign that introduced an open-source tool called VShell, alongside a new command and control (C2) infrastructure. This shift…
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The most dangerous time for enterprise security? One month after an acquisition
Fear of upgrading or purchasing any new security tech. Managers are hesitant to invest because they don’t know what the new parent company will decide, and they don’t want to waste money.Talented security people leave, along with the best people in every business unit. They are worried about being laid off, so they take whatever…
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New ResolverRAT malware targets healthcare and pharma orgs worldwide
Tags: authentication, control, data, encryption, group, healthcare, infrastructure, malware, monitoring, network, organized, rat, strategy, threat, toolPersistence and stealthy C2 communication: The new RAT employs multiple persistence strategies, including more than 20 obfuscated registry entries and files dropped in multiple folders on disk. The malware keeps a record of which persistence techniques were successful to use them as a fallback mechanism.Communication with the command-and-control (C2) server uses TLS encryption with a…
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Microsoft blocks ActiveX by default in Microsoft 365, Office 2024
Microsoft announced it will begin disabling all ActiveX controls in Windows versions of Microsoft 365 and Office 2024 applications later this month. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-blocks-activex-by-default-in-microsoft-365-office-2024/
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Evolution to Detective Identity Security
This week I wrote a guest article for Breez Security discussing the need for and evolution to a more detective element in our identity security landscape. Our the past two decades organisations and IAM related vendors have supported a model of security controls embedded within particular point solution spaces. Concepts such as MFA, credential vaulting,……
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GitGuardian Launches NHI Governance to Secure Non-Human Identities and Their Secrets for Enterprises
Secrets sprawl is a growing cybersecurity challenge, especially with NHIs. GitGuardian’s new NHI Governance product offers centralized inventory and lifecycle management to help enterprises regain control over their secrets and prevent costly breaches. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/04/gitguardian-launches-nhi-governance-to-secure-non-human-identities-and-their-secrets-for-enterprises/
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NSFOCUS WAF New UI Showcase: Brand New Policy and Template Management Workflow
Three-Tier Protection Rules “¢ Basic Protection: Pre-configured, general and popular security rules for out-of-box deployment.”¢ Optional/Advanced Protection: Advanced rules, customized for specific Web/API applications for optimum protection. Basic Protection HTTP Protocol Verification Server Plug-in Crawler Web General Illegal Upload Information Disclosure Semantic Engine Scan Protection Optional Protection HTTP Access Control Sensitive Information Filter Smart Engine…The…
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Agentic AI is both boon and bane for security pros
Recent agentic security signposts: Recently, we have seen numerous examples of how quickly building your own autonomous AI agents has taken root. Microsoft last month demonstrated six new AI agents that work with its Copilot software that talk directly to its various security tools to identify vulnerabilities, flag identity and asset compromises. Simbian is hosting…