Tag: cybersecurity
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Even $5M a year can’t keep top CISOs happy
Some are unhappy with budgets too: : Not all CISOs working at large enterprises are happy with their six-figure salaries. According to the survey, only 55% of respondents working for $20 billion-plus firms were satisfied with what they were being paid and that group was the least satisfied of all questioned with what they were…
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CrowdStrike CBO On ‘Embracing AI’ In Security, Next-Gen SIEM ‘Transformation’
In an interview with CRN, CrowdStrike Chief Business Officer Daniel Bernard discusses why embracing AI is now ‘not optional’ in cybersecurity and the massive opportunities from the arrival of Next-Gen SIEM. First seen on crn.com Jump to article: www.crn.com/news/security/2025/crowdstrike-cbo-on-embracing-ai-in-security-next-gen-siem-transformation
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SentinelOne Positioned To Outpace Competitors In AI Era: CEO Tomer Weingarten
While shares in SentinelOne fell after a reduction in the cybersecurity vendor’s revenue forecast, CEO Tomer Weingarten says the company has a first-mover advantage in AI-powered security and will ‘continue to expand that lead into the future.’ First seen on crn.com Jump to article: www.crn.com/news/security/2025/sentinelone-positioned-to-outpace-competitors-in-ai-era-ceo-tomer-weingarten
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New PumaBot Hijacks IoT Devices via SSH Brute-Force for Persistent Access
Tags: access, botnet, cyber, cybersecurity, data-breach, exploit, Internet, iot, malicious, malware, software, threat, vulnerabilityA sophisticated new malware, dubbed PumaBot, has emerged as a significant threat to Internet of Things (IoT) devices worldwide. Cybersecurity researchers have identified this malicious software as a highly advanced botnet that exploits weak security configurations in IoT ecosystems, particularly targeting devices with exposed SSH (Secure Shell) ports. Emerging Threat Targets Vulnerable IoT Ecosystems By…
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Hackers Exploit Cloudflare Tunnels to Launch Stealthy Cyberattacks
Tags: cyber, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, endpoint, exploit, group, hacker, international, malicious, network, ransomware, toolThe cybersecurity landscape, malicious actors, including notorious ransomware groups like BlackSuit, Royal, Akira, Scattered Spider, Medusa, and Hunters International, have been exploiting Cloudflared, a legitimate tunneling tool by Cloudflare, to orchestrate stealthy cyberattacks. Originally known as “Argo,” Cloudflared is designed to enable secure communication between remote endpoints over untrusted networks by encapsulating data in proprietary…
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CISA Issues SOAR, SIEM Implementation Guidance
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) recommend that organizations conduct thorough testing and manage costs, which can be hefty, before implementing the platforms. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cybersecurity-operations/cisa-soar-siem-implementation-guidance
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Fake Bitdefender website used to spread infostealer malware
Researchers at cybersecurity firm DomainTools spotted a fake Bitdefender site spreading VenomRAT malware. The antivirus company said it is working to have the site taken down. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/fake-bitdefender-website-venomrat-infostealer
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CISA Releases Dedicated SIEM SOAR Guide for Cybersecurity Professionals
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms are essential for detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity threats in real time. However, the effectiveness of a SIEM system depends heavily on the quality and prioritization of logs ingested. This article explores best practices for SIEM log ingestion, technical considerations, and provides a reference table of high-priority…
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Cybersecurity Teams Generate Average of $36M in Business Growth
A new EY report found that cybersecurity teams are a major vehicle for business growth, and CISOs should push for a seat at the top table First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/cybersecurity-teams-business-growth/
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Victoria’s Secret Website Taken Offline After Cybersecurity Breach
Victoria’s Secret, the iconic lingerie retailer, has taken its US website offline and suspended some in-store services following a major cybersecurity incident. Customers attempting to access the site since Monday have been greeted with a black screen and a terse message: “We identified and are taking steps to address a security incident. We have taken…
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New ChoiceJacking Exploit Targets Android and iOS via Infected Charging Ports
A team of cybersecurity researchers from the Institute of Information Security and A-SIT Secure Information Technology Centre Austria has unveiled a new class of USB-based attacks on mobile devices, dubbed “ChoiceJacking.” This attack revives and surpasses the notorious “juice jacking” threat from a decade ago, which prompted Apple and Google to introduce user confirmation prompts…
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Over 100,000 WordPress Sites at Risk from Critical CVSS 10.0 Vulnerability in Wishlist Plugin
Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed a critical unpatched security flaw impacting TI WooCommerce Wishlist plugin for WordPress that could be exploited by unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files.TI WooCommerce Wishlist, which has over 100,000 active installations, is a tool to allow e-commerce site customers to save their favorite products for later and share the lists on…
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What CISOs can learn from the frontlines of fintech cybersecurity
At Span Cyber Security Arena, I sat down with Ria Shetty, Director, Cyber Security Resilience for Europe at Mastercard. Our conversation cut through the hype and … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/05/29/ria-shetty-mastercard-cybersecurity-innovation/
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»manage it« TechTalk: Mit diesen Cybergefahren sieht sich die Industrie konfrontiert
In Halle 16 der Hannover Messe 2025 hatte der Industrial Security Circus wieder seine Zelte aufgeschlagen. Dort trafen wir in unmittelbarer Nähe Mirco Kloss vom Sicherheitsanbieter TXOne Networks. In den knapp 2 Minuten spricht er über den TXOne OT/ICS Cybersecurity Report 2024 und dessen wesentlichen Erkenntnisse. Und wie TXOne Networks helfen kann, die potentiellen Gefahren…
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CISOs prioritize AI-driven automation to optimize cybersecurity spending
Cybersecurity leaders and consultants identified AI-driven automation and cost optimization as top organizational priorities, according to Wipro. 30% of respondents are … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/05/29/ai-automation-investing/
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Review: Cybersecurity For Dummies, 3rd Edition
Tags: cybersecurityIf you’re new to cybersecurity and looking for a book that doesn’t overwhelm you with jargon or dive too deep into technical territory, Cybersecurity For Dummies might be a … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/05/29/review-cybersecurity-for-dummies-3rd-edition/
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OneDrive File Picker Flaw Gives Apps Full Access to User Drives
A recent investigation by cybersecurity researchers at Oasis Security has revealed a data overreach in how Microsoft’s OneDrive… First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/onedrive-file-picker-apps-full-access-user-drives/
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CISA’s Leadership Exodus Continues, Shaking Local Offices
‘It’s Just Totally Destabilizing,’ Staffers Say Amid CISA’s Leadership Exodus. An ongoing exodus of top officials and senior leadership at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s regional offices has left staffers increasingly worried about a potential major shift in mission and continued cuts to staff and spending. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article: www.govinfosecurity.com/cisas-leadership-exodus-continues-shaking-local-offices-a-28527
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Security startup Horizon3.ai is raising $100M in new round
Horizon3.ai, a cybersecurity startup that provides tools like autonomous penetration testing, is seeking to raise $100 million in a new funding round and has locked down at least $73 million, the company revealed in an SEC filing this week. NEA led the round, according to two people familiar with the deal. One person said that…
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Separating hype from reality: How cybercriminals are actually using AI
Tags: ai, attack, automation, cyber, cyberattack, cybercrime, cybersecurity, data, defense, exploit, framework, group, incident response, malicious, mitre, strategy, technology, threat, vulnerability, zero-dayThe evolution of AI: Preparing defenders for tomorrow’s threats: As security professionals chart their defensive strategies, we must consider how AI will reshape cybercrime in the coming years. We also need to anticipate the fundamental pivots attackers will make, and what this evolution means for our entire industry. AI will inevitably impact vulnerability discovery, enable…
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State of Healthcare Cybersecurity: Progress and Pitfalls
Phil Englert of Health ISAC, Murad Dikeidek of UI Health on Conquering Challenges. While the healthcare sector is making progress in cyber resilience, it still faces deep-rooted challenges, including collaboration, cyber workforce issues and budget constraints, necessitating a constant need for adaptation and re-prioritization, say security experts Phil Englert and Murad Dikeidek. First seen on…
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Implementing Secure by Design Principles for AI
Harnessing AI’s full transformative potential safely and securely requires more than an incremental enhancement of existing cybersecurity practices. A Secure by Design approach represents the best path forward. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/secure-design-principles-ai
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Check Point to Acquire Veriti to Transform Threat Exposure Management
Check Point Software has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Veriti Cybersecurity, the first fully automated, multi-vendor pre-emptive threat exposure and mitigation platform. The acquisition aims to respond to the uptick in AI-fuelled attacks facing organisations, as well as the increasing connectivity of IT environments. Founded in 2021, Veriti pioneered the Preemptive Exposure Management (PEM)…
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Check Point Enhances Exposure Management with Veriti Acquisition
How Check Point’s acquisition of Veriti enhances threat exposure management. Learn about the impact on cybersecurity strategies today! First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/05/check-point-enhances-exposure-management-with-veriti-acquisition/
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Your Mobile Apps May Not Be as Secure as You Think”¦ FireTail Blog
Tags: access, ai, android, api, authentication, banking, best-practice, cloud, control, cyber, cybersecurity, data, encryption, finance, leak, mobile, password, phone, risk, threat, vulnerabilityMay 28, 2025 – Lina Romero – Your Mobile Apps May Not Be as Secure as You Think”¦ Excerpt: Cybersecurity risks are too close for comfort. Recent data from the Global Mobile Threat Report reveals that our mobile phone applications are most likely exposing our data due to insecure practices such as API key hardcoding.…
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FTC Orders GoDaddy to Bolster Its Security After Years of Attacks
Web hosting giant GoDaddy for years has mislead customers about the strength of its security program, but after a series of data breaches, the FTC is ordering the company to implements robust defenses and stop lying about its cybersecurity capabilities. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/05/ftc-orders-godaddy-to-bolster-its-security-after-years-of-attacks/
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Earth Lamia Hackers Exploits Vulnerabilities in Web Applications to Attack Multiple Industries
Cybersecurity researchers at Trend Research have uncovered the aggressive operations of Earth Lamia, an Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group with a China-nexus, targeting organizations across Brazil, India, and Southeast Asia since 2023. This threat actor has demonstrated a sophisticated approach to cyber intrusions by exploiting SQL injection vulnerabilities in web applications to infiltrate SQL servers…
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Microsoft OneDrive File Picker Flaw Grants Apps Full Cloud Access, Even When Uploading Just One File
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a security flaw in Microsoft’s OneDrive File Picker that, if successfully exploited, could allow websites to access a user’s entire cloud storage content, as opposed to just the files selected for upload via the tool.”This stems from overly broad OAuth scopes and misleading consent screens that fail to clearly explain the…
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Adidas Data Breach Highlights Third-Party Risks: Why AI-Based Cybersecurity Solutions Are Essential
On May 23, Adidas disclosed a data breach resulting from a cyberattack on a third-party customer service provider, exposing sensitive customer information in multiple regions, including the U.S. and Europe. While Adidas did not name the vendor involved, the company emphasized that the breach impacted “a few million individuals,” and included data such as contact…