Tag: cyber
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Firefox 133.0 Released with Multiple Security Updates What’s New!
Mozilla has officially launched Firefox 133.0, offering enhanced features, significant performance improvements, and critical security fixes. This latest release enhances privacy, developer tools, and enterprise functionality while introducing several new features and updates. Here’s everything you need to know! One of the most exciting additions is the new Bounce Tracking Protection, available in Firefox’s Enhanced…
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‘RomCom’ APT Mounts Zero-Day, Zero-Click Browser Escapes in Firefox, Tor
The innocuously named Russian-sponsored cyber threat actor has combined critical and serious vulnerabilities in Windows and Firefox products in a zero-click code execution exploit. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/application-security/romcom-apt-zero-day-zero-click-browser-escapes-firefox-tor
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Sellafield operator opens dedicated cyber centre
Tags: cyberThe UK’s Nuclear Decommissioning Authority has opened a cyber security centre spanning its activities across the nuclear sector First seen on Jump to article: /www.computerweekly.com/news/366616360/Sellafield-operator-opens-dedicated-cyber-centre
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Australia Passes Groundbreaking Cyber Security Law to Boost Resilience
Australia’s landmark Cyber Security Act has been passed, setting new standards for incident reporting, ransomware payments, and critical infrastructure protection. First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/australia-cyber-security-law-passed/
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Maryland makes $1.8M cyber education investment
Tags: cyberFirst seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/brief/maryland-makes-1-8m-cyber-education-investment
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Automating Data Encryption and Security Audits for Continuous Protection
Protecting sensitive data is critical for businesses facing constant cyber threats. Automating encryption, audits, and access control strengthens security and reduces human error. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/automating-data-encryption-security-audits-protection/
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RomCom Hackers Exploits Windows Firefox Zero-Day in Advanced Cyberattacks
In a new wave of cyberattacks, the Russia-aligned hacking group >>RomCom>The compromise chain is composed of a […] The post RomCom Hackers Exploits Windows & Firefox Zero-Day in Advanced Cyberattacks appeared first on GBHackers Security | #1 Globally Trusted Cyber Security News Platform. First seen on gbhackers.com Jump to article: gbhackers.com/romcom-hackers-exploits-windows-firefox-zero-day/
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Palo Alto Networks’ M&A Strategy Just Keeps Paying Off: Analysis
Cybersecurity giant Palo Alto Networks has done a lot of M&A in recent years, but its acquisitions of QRadar SaaS and Talon Cyber Security may be its best yet, according to CEO Nikesh Arora. First seen on crn.com Jump to article: www.crn.com/news/security/2024/palo-alto-networks-m-a-strategy-just-keeps-paying-off-analysis
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Video: Cybersecurity Tips for Small Businesses
Are you protecting your small business from hackers? This video will teach you about common cyber threats and how to safeguard your business from attacks. First seen on esecurityplanet.com Jump to article: www.esecurityplanet.com/video/cybersecurity-tips-for-small-businesses/
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Chinese APT Hackers Using Multiple Tools And Vulnerabilities To Attack Telecom Orgs
Tags: apt, attack, backdoor, china, control, cyber, exploit, government, group, hacker, infrastructure, rat, tool, vulnerabilityEarth Estries, a Chinese APT group, has been actively targeting critical sectors like telecommunications and government entities since 2023. They employ advanced techniques, including exploiting vulnerabilities, lateral movement, and deploying multiple backdoors like GHOSTSPIDER, SNAPPYBEE, and MASOL RAT, which have impacted Southeast Asia significantly. The group makes use of a sophisticated command and control infrastructure…
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Russian threat actors poised to cripple power grid, UK warns
UK government escalates cyber rhetoric in a speech at a Nato event, saying Russian advanced persistent threats stand ready to conduct cyber attacks that could ‘turn off the lights for millions’ First seen on Jump to article: /www.computerweekly.com/news/366616324/Russian-threat-actors-poised-to-cripple-power-grid-UK-warns
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Hackers exploit critical bug in Array Networks SSL VPN products
America’s Cyber Defense Agency has received evidence of hackers actively exploiting a remote code execution vulnerability in SSL VPN products Array Networks AG and vxAG ArrayOS. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hackers-exploit-critical-bug-in-array-networks-ssl-vpn-products/
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Another ‘major cyber incident’ at a UK hospital, outpatients asked to stay away
Third time this year an NHS unit’s IT systems have come under attack First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2024/11/26/third_major_cyber_incident_declared/
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Keeper Security and Sherweb Forge Partnership
Tags: access, business, cloud, credentials, cyber, cybersecurity, marketplace, msp, phishing, service, threatKeeper Security has announced a strategic partnership with Sherweb, a recognised cloud marketplace leader. This partnership enables Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to access Keeper’s robust cybersecurity solutions through Sherweb’s marketplace, streamlining access to security offerings to better safeguard both MSPs and their small-to-medium business (SMB) clients from cyber threats like phishing and credential theft. Sherweb…
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200,000 WordPress Sites Exposed to Cyber Attack, Following Plugin Vulnerability
A critical security vulnerability has been discovered in the popular WordPress plugin Anti-Spam by CleanTalk, which is installed on over 200,000 websites. The vulnerability, which includes two distinct flaws (CVE-2024-10542 and CVE-2024-10781), could allow attackers to install and activate arbitrary plugins on affected websites, potentially leading to remote code execution and full site compromise. Website owners…
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Dynamischere Cyber-Resilienz – Rein ins SOC: Was Speicheradmins wissen müssen
First seen on security-insider.de Jump to article: www.security-insider.de/optimierung-der-speicherinfrastruktur-durch-neues-soc-verstaendnis-a-c08124bb525896e3d740678bde87c3cd/
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Researchers Detailed Tools Used By Hacktivists Fueling Ransomware Attacks
CyberVolk, a politically motivated hacktivist group, has leveraged readily available ransomware builders like AzzaSec, Diamond, LockBit, and Chaos to launch DDoS and ransomware attacks against targets opposing Russian interests. The highly skilled members of the group modify and improve these tools, which results in an increase in their level of sophistication and makes it more…
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Blue Yonder Ransomware Attack Impacts Starbucks Multiple Supermarkets
A ransomware attack on Blue Yonder, a leading supply chain management software provider, has created ripples across global retail and manufacturing sectors, affecting major players like Starbucks and prominent UK supermarket chains. The breach, which occurred on November 21, underscores the cyber risks organizations face during the high-stakes holiday season. Blue Yonder provides critical supply…
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Dell Wyse Management Suite Vulnerabilities Let Attackers Exploit Affected Systems Remotely
Dell Technologies has released a security update for its Wyse Management Suite (WMS) to address multiple vulnerabilities that could allow malicious users to compromise affected systems. Wyse Management Suite is a flexible hybrid cloud solution that empowers IT admin to securely manage Dell client devices from anywhere. The vulnerabilities identified in Dell Wyse Management Suite are…
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CISA Details Red Team Assessment Including TTPs Network Defense
Tags: cisa, cyber, cyberattack, cybersecurity, defense, detection, infrastructure, network, RedTeam, tacticsThe Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) recently detailed findings from a Red Team Assessment (RTA) conducted on a critical infrastructure organization in the United States. The assessment, carried out over three months, simulated real-world cyberattacks to evaluate the organization’s cybersecurity defenses, detection capabilities, and response readiness. This comprehensive analysis sheds light on the tactics,…
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North Korean and Chinese Threat Actors Target Crypto, Aerospace, and Government Agencies
Tags: china, crypto, cyber, government, intelligence, korea, microsoft, north-korea, tactics, threatAt CYBERWARCON 2024, Microsoft Threat Intelligence unveiled groundbreaking research on two major nation-state cyber actors: North Korea and China. These revelations provide a closer look at their tactics, techniques, and... First seen on securityonline.info Jump to article: securityonline.info/north-korean-and-chinese-threat-actors-target-crypto-aerospace-and-government-agencies/
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Britain Putin up stronger AI defences to counter growing cyber threats
‘Be in no doubt: the UK and others in this room are watching Russia’ First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2024/11/26/uk_ai_security/
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IBM Workload Scheduler Vulnerability Stores User Credentials in Plain Text
IBM has issued a security bulletin warning customers about a vulnerability in its Workload Scheduler software that allows user credentials to be stored in plain text. This issue, identified as CVE-2024-49351, could enable local users to access sensitive information such as passwords, posing a significant security risk in affected systems. Details of the Vulnerability The…
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Former Verizon employee gets four-year sentence for sharing cyber secrets with Chinese government
First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/former-verizon-worker-sentenced-china
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Russian Hackers Exploit WiFi in Sophisticated New Attack
‘Nearest Neighbor Attack’ Bypasses Cyber Defenses by Breaching WiFi Networks. A Russian cyberespionage group hacked a Washington, D.C.-based organization focused on Ukraine by deploying a new attack technique that exploits Wi-Fi connectivity, according to new research. The nearest neighbor attack: methodology could lead to a significant broadening of targeting and attacks. First seen on govinfosecurity.com…
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Ransomware and exploits surge: Urgent cyber threat insights and critical moves for 2025
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/native/ransomware-and-exploits-surge-urgent-cyber-threat-insights-and-critical-moves-for-2025
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Five steps to better cyber risk assessments via autonomous pentesting
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/resource/five-steps-to-better-cyber-risk-assessments-via-autonomous-pentesting
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New York Fines Geico, Travelers $11.3M for Data Breaches
Fines Tied to Wave of 2021 Driver’s License Number Theft. New York state authorities fined auto insurance giant Geico $9.75 million for failing to protect customers’ driver’s license numbers during a wave of cyber incidents in early 2021. Travelers will pay $1.55 million after hackers used stolen credentials to flitch license numbers in mid-2021. First…