Tag: cybersecurity
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Rise and Risks of AI in Business Leadership
Are we ready for AI as it evolves to influence or drive business leadership roles? Stuart Evans, a distinguished professor at Carnegie Mellon University, discusses the transformative impact of AI on leadership roles and business operations. We explore how AI is reshaping decision-making processes, the organizational changes required to adapt to AI, and the associated…
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BSidesSF 2025: The Art Of Cybersecurity Mastery: From Entry-Level To Staff+
Creator, Author and Presenter: Florian Noeding Our deep appreciation to Security BSides – San Francisco and the Creators, Authors and Presenters for publishing their BSidesSF 2025 video content on YouTube. Originating from the conference’s events held at the lauded CityView / AMC Metreon – certainly a venue like no other; and via the organization’s YouTube…
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House lawmakers take aim at education requirements for federal cyber jobs
The bipartisan Cybersecurity Hiring Modernization Act would give the edge to skills-based hiring for cyber jobs at federal agencies. First seen on cyberscoop.com Jump to article: cyberscoop.com/federal-cybersecurity-jobs-education-requirements/
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Threat Actors Exploiting Victims’ Machines for Bandwidth Monetization
Tags: cve, cvss, cyber, cybersecurity, exploit, flaw, programming, remote-code-execution, software, threat, vulnerabilityCybersecurity researchers have uncovered an ongoing campaign where threat actors exploit the critical CVE-2024-36401 vulnerability in GeoServer, a geospatial database, to remotely execute code and monetize victims’ bandwidth. This remote code execution flaw, rated at a CVSS score of 9.8, enables attackers to deploy legitimate software development kits (SDKs) or modified applications that generate passive…
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Hackers Weaponize QR Codes With Malicious Links to Steal Sensitive Data
Quishing, a powerful form of phishing that uses malicious hyperlinks contained in QR codes to expose user credentials and sensitive data, has surfaced in the ever-changing field of cybersecurity threats. Unlike traditional phishing, which relies on clickable links or deceptive emails, quishing exploits the inherent opacity of QR codes, which are unreadable to the human…
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Why Video Game Anti-Cheat Systems Are a Cybersecurity Goldmine
Sam Collins and Marius Muench of the University of Birmingham, UK, join the Black Hat USA 2025 News Desk to explain how anti-cheat systems in video games provide valuable lessons on defending against threat actors’ techniques and strategies. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/video-game-anti-cheat-systems-cybersecurity-goldmine
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Palo Alto Networks Promotes Simone Gammeri To Chief Partnerships Officer: Exclusive
Palo Alto Networks has promoted Simone Gammeri, formerly a senior vice president heading the company’s SASE and network security sales, to serve as its new chief partnerships officer, the cybersecurity giant told CRN exclusively. First seen on crn.com Jump to article: www.crn.com/news/security/2025/palo-alto-networks-promotes-simone-gammeri-to-chief-partnerships-officer-exclusive
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Cherry pie, Douglas firs and the last trip of the summer
Tags: cybersecurityAmy (ahem, Special Agent Dale Cooper) shares lessons from their trip to the Olympic Peninsula and cybersecurity travel tips for your last-minute adventures. First seen on blog.talosintelligence.com Jump to article: blog.talosintelligence.com/cherry-pie-douglas-firs-and-the-last-trip-of-the-summer/
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Google Cloud Unveils AI Ally to Boost Security Defenses
Google Cloud unveils new AI-driven security tools to protect AI agents, strengthen defenses, and shape the future of cybersecurity operations First seen on esecurityplanet.com Jump to article: www.esecurityplanet.com/news/google-unveils-ai-security-tools/
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KnowBe4 Finds Top Cybersecurity Risk is Employee Distraction, Not Threat Sophistication
KnowBe4, the security training provider, today released a new report entitled Navigating Cyber Threats: Infosecurity Europe 2025 Findings. The findings show that cybersecurity professionals are sounding the alarm; not about increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, but about something far more human distraction. The new research from KnowBe4, surveyed more than 100 security professionals during the…
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FBI Warns Russian State Hackers Targeting Critical Infrastructure Networking Devices
Tags: cyber, cybersecurity, exploit, hacker, infrastructure, international, russia, service, threat, vulnerabilityThe Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a stark warning to the public, private sector, and international partners regarding persistent cyber threats from actors affiliated with the Russian Federal Security Service’s (FSB) Center 16. This unit, recognized in cybersecurity circles under monikers such as >>Berserk Bear>Dragonfly,
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PPN 01/24: What It Means and How Businesses Can Prepare
In January 2024, the UK Cabinet Office issued a new Procurement Policy Note (PPN 01/24) aimed at strengthening cybersecurity across the public sector supply chain. The policy, which came into effect on 1 April 2024, sets out new requirements for suppliers bidding on central government contracts. Most notably, organisations bidding for contracts worth £5 million…
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Supply Chain Under Scrutiny: Asia’s New Cybersecurity Mandates for Vendors
A wave of cyberattacks across Asia is pushing organizations to take a harder line on supplier cybersecurity. According to Dark Reading, both public and private sector organizations are beginning to mandate stronger risk controls from vendors”, marking a notable shift in regional cybersecurity expectations. In Japan, Kioxia Holdings, a major chipmaker, plans to roll out…
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Global Cybersecurity Spending to Hit $213 Billion in 2025″, What’s Fueling the Surge
Global spending on cybersecurity is projected to soar to $213″¯billion in 2025, up from $193″¯billion in 2024, according to Gartner, as reported by ITPro. Forecasts show continued momentum with spending expected to reach $240″¯billion by 2026. What’s Driving the Increase? The surge in investment is being driven by three main factors: 1. Expanding Threat Landscape…
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New SHAMOS Malware Targets macOS Through Fake Help Sites to Steal Login Credentials
Tags: credentials, crowdstrike, crypto, cyber, cybercrime, cybersecurity, data, group, login, macOS, malware, serviceCybersecurity researchers at CrowdStrike identified and thwarted a sophisticated malware campaign deploying SHAMOS, an advanced variant of the Atomic macOS Stealer (AMOS) malware, orchestrated by the cybercriminal group COOKIE SPIDER. Operating under a malware-as-a-service model, COOKIE SPIDER rents out this information stealer to affiliates who target victims to harvest sensitive data, including login credentials, cryptocurrency…
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Hackers Using New QuirkyLoader Malware to Spread Agent Tesla, AsyncRAT and Snake Keylogger
Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed details of a new malware loader called QuirkyLoader that’s being used to deliver via email spam campaigns an array of next-stage payloads ranging from information stealers to remote access trojans since November 2024.Some of the notable malware families distributed using QuirkyLoader include Agent Tesla, AsyncRAT, Formbook, Masslogger, Remcos RAT, First seen…
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Microsoft restricts Chinese firms’ access to vulnerability warnings after hacking concerns
Tags: access, china, compliance, cybersecurity, data, government, hacking, intelligence, microsoft, service, threat, vulnerability, windowsEnterprise operations fallout: Microsoft’s decision may have broader operational consequences for multinational corporations (MNCs), particularly those with significant operations in China. For some, the move adds pressure to an already delicate balancing act between geopolitical expectations and local compliance risks.”MNCs operating in China already know they are in the crosshairs of both the Chinese and…
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MITM6 + NTLM Relay Attack Enables Full Domain Compromise
Cybersecurity researchers are highlighting a dangerous attack technique that combines rogue IPv6 configuration with NTLM credential relay to achieve complete Active Directory domain compromise, exploiting default Windows configurations that most organizations leave unchanged. Attack Leverages Default Windows IPv6 Behavior The MITM6 + NTLM Relay attack exploits Windows systems’ automatic DHCPv6 requests, even in networks that…
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Enterprise passwords becoming even easier to steal and abuse
Tags: access, attack, authentication, breach, ceo, ciso, compliance, control, credentials, cyber, cybersecurity, data, detection, encryption, exploit, extortion, group, identity, leak, mfa, monitoring, passkey, password, phishing, ransomware, risk, strategy, threat, tool, zero-trustGrowing threat from stolen credentials: Attackers actively target user credentials because they offer the most direct route or foothold into a targeted organization’s network. Once inside, attackers can move laterally across systems, searching for other user accounts to compromise, or they attempt to escalate their privileges and gain administrative control.This hunt for credentials extends beyond…
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CISA Issues Four ICS Advisories on Vulnerabilities and Exploits
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) released four critical Industrial Control Systems (ICS) advisories on August 19, 2025, alerting organizations to current security vulnerabilities and potential exploits affecting critical infrastructure systems. These advisories provide essential information for administrators and security professionals managing industrial control environments. Critical Systems Under Advisory The four newly released advisories…
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PromptFix Exploit Forces AI Browsers to Execute Hidden Malicious Commands
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered critical vulnerabilities in AI-powered browsers that allow attackers to manipulate artificial intelligence agents into executing malicious commands without user knowledge, introducing what experts are calling a new era of >>Scamlexity
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Phishing in 2025: Smarter Threats, Smarter Defense
ManagedMethods recently hosted a webinar on one of the most pressing issues in K12 cybersecurity: phishing. While schools have been targets for years, 2025 feels different. Attackers are evolving faster than ever, and traditional email security filters are falling behind. The upside? AI-powered defenses are emerging to give districts a fighting chance. Here’s a recap…
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Build Job-Ready IT and Cybersecurity Skills with Hands-On Labs
Get lifetime access to The 2025 Complete Defensive Cyber Security Bundle for $39.99 (reg. $240). First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/defensive-cybersecurity-bundle/
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Secrets Management Solutions That Fit Your Budget
Are You Seeking a Budget-Friendly Approach to Secrets Management? One area that often perplexes businesses is the management of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and their secrets. This crucial aspect of cybersecurity requires strategic focus, however, cost constraints can often pose a significant challenge. So how does a business balance the need for robust secrets management without……
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Empower Your SOC Team with Enhanced NHI Management
Could You Revolutionize Your Cybersecurity Strategy with NHI Management? Raising the bar in cybersecurity defense has become a critical concern for organizations operating. One area that has gained traction in this regard is Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and Secrets Management. This innovative approach enables companies to prioritize security without compromising the agility and flexibility that modern……
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From Ladders to Lattices: Redesigning Career Growth
Workers Reject Traditional Advancement for Flexible, Purpose-Driven Career Paths In 2025, professionals are abandoning the traditional career ladder for lateral moves and purpose-driven roles. Employers must adapt their advancement models or risk losing top talent, especially in critical fields like cybersecurity where flexibility matters most. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article: www.govinfosecurity.com/blogs/from-ladders-to-lattices-redesigning-career-growth-p-3929
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Meet the Cybersecurity Startups Beating Hackers at Their Own Game
Review the top cybersecurity startups driving innovation in cloud security, threat detection, and DevSecOps with high growth potential. First seen on esecurityplanet.com Jump to article: www.esecurityplanet.com/products/hot-cybersecurity-startups/
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Futurum Signal is Live: Real-Time Intelligence for Cyber Defenders
Tags: ai, attack, cyber, cybersecurity, intelligence, phishing, ransomware, tactics, threat, update, zero-dayIn cybersecurity, timing is everything. Threats don’t wait for quarterly analyst updates, and adversaries don’t schedule their attacks to match publication calendars. We live in a world where zero-days drop overnight, AI-powered phishing campaigns spin up in hours, and ransomware operators pivot their tactics daily. In this kind of environment, static analyst reports are less..…
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Link11 Highlights Growing Cybersecurity Risks and Introduces Integrated WAAP Protection Platform
Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 20th August 2025, CyberNewsWire First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/08/link11-highlights-growing-cybersecurity-risks-and-introduces-integrated-waap-protection-platform/