Tag: cyber
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FortiOS FortiProxy Vulnerability Allows Attackers Firewall Hijacks to Gain Super Admin Access
A critical vulnerability in Fortinet’s FortiOS and FortiProxy products has been identified, enabling attackers to bypass authentication and gain super-admin access. The flaw, classified as an Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel (CWE-288), is actively being exploited in the wild. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to manipulate Node.js WebSocket modules or craft Cross-Site…
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Fortinet’s FortiOS Vulnerabilities Allow Attackers Trigger RCE and Launch DoS Attack
Fortinet’s FortiOS, the operating system powering its VPN and firewall appliances, has been found vulnerable to multiple security flaws that could allow attackers to execute remote code (RCE) and launch denial-of-service (DoS) attacks. These vulnerabilities, disclosed by Akamai researcher Ben Barnea, were assigned CVE-2024-46666 and CVE-2024-46668. Fortinet released patches on January 14, 2025, to mitigate…
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West London Council Faces 20,000 Cyberattack Attempts Every Day Amid Growing Threats
A West London council has revealed that it is the target of around 20,000 attempted cyberattacks every day. Hammersmith and Fulham Council, one of the boroughs in the capital, is no stranger to the growing risks of digital security breaches. In response to these frequent cyber threats, the council has ramped up its defense mechanisms,…
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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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Ratatouille Malware Bypass UAC Control Exploits I2P Network to Launch Cyber Attacks
A newly discovered malware, dubbed >>Ratatouille
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Sandworm APT Hackers Weaponize Microsoft KMS Activation Tools To Compromise Windows
In a sophisticated cyber-espionage operation, the Russian state-sponsored hacking group Sandworm (APT44), linked to the GRU (Russia’s Main Intelligence Directorate), has been exploiting pirated Microsoft Key Management Service (KMS) activation tools to target Ukrainian Windows users. The campaign, which began in late 2023, leverages trojanized KMS activators and fake Windows updates to deploy malware, including…
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Beyond the paycheck: What cybersecurity professionals really want
Tags: business, ceo, corporate, cyber, cybersecurity, data, india, jobs, regulation, risk, risk-management, service, skills, strategy, trainingInvest in skills and allow room for growth: Upskilling also remains a powerful retention tool. As Huber points out, Tenable invests in training entire teams on emerging technologies and capabilities, ensuring that employees feel equipped and valued.Similarly, KPMG has implemented targeted programs to support diversity and career progression within cybersecurity. The firm’s Cyber Women Leads…
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Hackers Can Exploit >>Wormable<< Windows LDAP RCE Vulnerability for Remote Attacks
Tags: access, attack, cve, cyber, cybersecurity, exploit, flaw, hacker, microsoft, network, rce, remote-code-execution, vulnerability, windowsA critical new vulnerability in Microsoft’s Windows Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP), tagged as CVE-2025-21376, has recently come to light, raising alarms across global cybersecurity circles. The flaw, which has been classified as >>critical,>wormable>Wormable
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Google Chrome’s Safe Browsing Now Protects 1 Billion Users Worldwide
Google’s Safe Browsing technology now ensures enhanced protection for over 1 billion Chrome users worldwide. Launched in 2005, Safe Browsing is a robust system designed to safeguard users from phishing, malware, scams, and other cyber threats. By leveraging advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, this cutting-edge technology has become a cornerstone of web security,…
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UK monitoring group to classify cyber incidents on earthquake-like scale
Risk management: The CMC hopes this increased understanding will spur the development of improved incident response planning. Experts quizzed by CSO on CMC welcomed its launch.Ivan Milenkovich, vice president of cyber risk technology in EMEA at Qualys, said data from the CMC has the potential to allow IT security professionals to make better risk assessments,…
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Critical Ivanti CSA Vulnerability Allows Attackers Remote Code Execution to Gain Restricted Access
A critical vulnerability has been discovered in the Ivanti Cloud Services Application (CSA), potentially allowing attackers to execute remote code and access restricted functionality. Ivanti has released an urgent security update to address the issues, tracked as CVE-2024-47908 and CVE-2024-11771, urging customers to upgrade to version 5.0.5 to mitigate the threat. The two vulnerabilities affect…
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Trump picks Sean Cairncross for national cyber director
Tags: cyberCairncross doesn’t have any obvious major cyber experience, but has served at the RNC and White House. First seen on cyberscoop.com Jump to article: cyberscoop.com/sean-cairncross-national-cyber-director-nomination-donald-trump/
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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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Sandworm APT Exploits Trojanized KMS Tools to Target Ukrainian Users in Cyber Espionage Campaign
The notorious Sandworm APT (APT44), a Russian-state-sponsored threat actor affiliated with the GRU (Russia’s Main Intelligence Directorate), has First seen on securityonline.info Jump to article: securityonline.info/sandworm-apt-exploits-trojanized-kms-tools-to-target-ukrainian-users-in-cyber-espionage-campaign/
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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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Scotland’s Quorum Cyber Bringing AI, Microsoft Security Skills To The US
Quorum Cyber, a major Microsoft security solution provider, wants to bring its expertise to the U.S. from its Scotland home base. First seen on crn.com Jump to article: www.crn.com/news/security/2025/scotland-s-quorum-cyber-bringing-ai-microsoft-security-skills-to-the-us
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The Alarming Backdoor Hiding in 2 Chinese Patient Monitors
Researcher Jason Sinchak on Recent Cyber Warnings About Contec CMS8000 Devices. A hidden reverse backdoor in low-cost patient vital sign monitors used globally is hardcoded with an IP address connecting to a Chinese government-funded education and research network, which poses both privacy and potential safety concerns, said security researcher Jason Sinchak of ELTON. First seen…
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The Rise of Typhoon Cyber Groups
Tags: access, attack, breach, communications, control, cyber, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, defense, dns, endpoint, espionage, exploit, finance, government, group, infrastructure, intelligence, iot, military, monitoring, network, phone, resilience, supply-chain, tactics, threat, tool, vulnerability, zero-day -
CISA Places Election Security Staffers on Leave
The staffers were tasked with building relationships on the ground across the country in local election jurisdictions, teaching election officials tactics on mitigating cyber threats, cyber hygiene, combating misinformation and foreign influence, and more. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cyber-risk/cisa-election-security-staffers-on-leave
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Enhancing IAM Security with AI Agents: A Strategic Approach by SecureFLO
Enhancing IAM Security with AI Agents: A Strategic Approach by SecureFLO Enhancing IAM Security with AI Agents: A Strategic Approach by SecureFLO As cyber threats continue to evolve, Identity and Access Management (IAM) is no longer just about authentication”, it’s about intelligent, adaptive security. AI-driven IAM solutions are reshaping how organizations manage identities, permissions, and…
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Fortinet FortiOS FortiProxy Zero-Day Exploited to Hijack Firewall Gain Super Admin Access
Tags: access, authentication, csf, cyber, cybersecurity, exploit, firewall, flaw, fortinet, vulnerability, zero-dayCybersecurity firm Fortinet has issued an urgent warning regarding a newly discovered zero-day authentication bypass vulnerability (CVE-2025-24472) affecting its FortiOS and FortiProxy products. This critical flaw enables remote attackers to obtain super-admin privileges by exploiting maliciously crafted CSF proxy requests. The vulnerability impacts FortiOS versions 7.0.0 through 7.0.16, as well as FortiProxy versions 7.0.0 through…
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Microsoft Patch Tuesday February 2025: 61 Vulnerabilities Including 25 RCE 3 0-Day
Microsoft has released its highly anticipated Patch Tuesday security updates for February 2025, addressing a wide range of vulnerabilities across its products and services. This month’s release includes fixes for critical remote code execution (RCE) vulnerabilities, elevation of privilege flaws, and other security issues that attackers could potentially exploit. Organizations and users are urged to…
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Safer Internet Day: Cyber Experts Weigh In
Happy Safer Internet Day to all those who celebrate (which should be us all, everyday)! Safer Internet Day, a European Union initiative, launched on 5th February 2004, aiming to promote safer and more responsible online behaviour, particularly among young people. Since 2004, the awareness day has grown to be celebrated in over 100 countries. The…
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Russian military hackers deploy malicious Windows activators in Ukraine
The Sandworm Russian military cyber-espionage group is targeting Windows users in Ukraine with trojanized Microsoft Key Management Service (KMS) activators and fake Windows updates. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/russian-military-hackers-deploy-malicious-windows-activators-in-ukraine/
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Beyond the Horizon: Assessing the Viability of Single-Bit Fault Injection Attacks
The realm of fault injection attacks has long intrigued researchers and security professionals. Among these, single-bit fault injection, a technique that seeks to manipulate a single bit in a system, has often been considered elusive, akin to chasing a >>unicorn.
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Satellite Weather Software Vulnerabilities Let Attackers Execute Code Remotely
IBL Software Engineering has disclosed a significant security vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-1077, affecting its Visual Weather software and derivative products, including Aero Weather, Satellite Weather, and NAMIS. This vulnerability allows remote, unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary Python code on affected servers, posing a severe risk of full system compromise. The issue resides in the Product…
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F1’s Red Bull charges 1Password to protect its 2025 season
For the upcoming 2025 Formula 1 season, Oracle Red Bull Racing adds cyber security partner 1Password to its roster of team suppliers and sponsors First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366619119/F1s-Red-Bull-charges-1Password-to-protect-its-2025-season
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Ransomware Groups Made Less Money in 2024
Improvements in cyber hygiene and resiliency made it possible for victim organizations to skip paying ransom amounts in 2024. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cybersecurity-operations/ransomware-groups-made-less-money-in-2024
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World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2025: Takeaways, reflections, and learnings for the future
Tags: attack, best-practice, ceo, cyber, cyberattack, cybercrime, cybersecurity, finance, fortinet, group, intelligence, international, law, lessons-learned, mitigation, open-source, organized, risk, strategy, tactics, technology, threatIncreasingly sophisticated threat actors in the evolving cybersecurity landscape In a world where cybercriminals often operate with a level of efficiency mirroring that of Fortune 500 companies, it is essential that we look to ways we can better collaborate to counter them. Unfortunately, there is still a lot of room for improvement; in 2023, 87%…