Tag: cybersecurity
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Harrods Hit by Cyberattack, Marking Third UK Retailer Targeted in Recent Wave
Harrods, the iconic British luxury department store, has confirmed that it was recently targeted in a cybersecurity incident, becoming the third major UK retailer in just a few days to report a cyber incident. The Harrods cyberattack follows similar breaches at Marks & Spencer and the Co-op. First seen on thecyberexpress.com Jump to article: thecyberexpress.com/harrods-cyberattack/
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CISA Adds Two New Exploited Vulnerabilities to Its Catalog: CVE-2024-38475 and CVE-2023-44221
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) recently updated its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog, adding two vulnerabilities, CVE-2024-38475 and CVE-2023-44221, that are currently being actively exploited. First seen on thecyberexpress.com Jump to article: thecyberexpress.com/cisa-adds-cve-2024-38475-and-cve-2023-44221/
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CISA Confirms Exploitation of SonicWall Vulnerabilities
The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has added two flaws affecting SonicWall products to its catalog of Known Exploited Vulnerabilities First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/cisa-exploitation-sonicwall/
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Microsoft ernennt Deputy-CISO für Europa
Microsoft ernennt einen Deputy-CISO für Europa.Die immer lauter werdenden Rufe nach einer digitalen Souveränität Europas angesichts des erratisch agierenden Mannes im Weißen Haus lassen Microsoft um seine Geschäfte bangen. Der jüngste Coup nach der Ankündigung eines Investitionsprogramms in EU-Rechenzentren, frei von US-Zugriffen: Für Europa wird ein Deputy-CISO im Rahmen des Microsoft Cybersecurity Governance Council ernannt.Die…
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Arctic Wolf verdoppelt seine Security-Operations-Warranty für AuroraSecurity auf 3 Millionen Dollar
Arctic Wolf, ein führender Anbieter von Security-Operations, gibt im Rahmen der RSA die Erweiterung der auf bis zu 3 Millionen US-Dollar im Falle eines gedeckten Cybersecurity-Vorfalls bekannt. Das Angebot gilt für alle Kunden, die Aurora-Managed-Endpoint-Defense im Zusammenspiel mit den Security-Operations-Bundles nutzen. Die Verdopplung des Garantieumfangs stärkt Arctic Wolfs Führungsposition bei […] First seen on netzpalaver.de…
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MIWIC25: Marine Ruhamanya, Cybersecurity Senior Manager
Organised by Eskenzi PR in media partnership with the IT Security Guru, the Most Inspiring Women in Cyber Awards aim to shed light on the remarkable women in our industry. The following is a feature on one of 2024’s Top 20 women selected by an esteemed panel of judges. Presented in a Q&A format, the nominee’s answers are…
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Mehr Assets mehr Angriffsfläche mehr Risiko
Unternehmen sollten ihre Angriffsflächen genau kennen.Nur wer seine Angriffsflächen kennt, kann diese wirksam verteidigen. Was eine Binsenweisheit scheint, scheint vielen Unternehmen jedoch Probleme zu bereiten. Laut einer Umfrage des Security-Anbieters Trend Micro unter mehr als 2.000 Cybersecurity-Führungskräften mussten knapp drei Viertel (73 Prozent) von ihnen einräumen, schon einmal einen Sicherheitsvorfall erlebt zu haben, weil Assets…
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U.S. CISA adds SonicWall SMA100 and Apache HTTP Server flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog
U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) adds SonicWall SMA100 and Apache HTTP Server flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added Qualitia Active! Mail, Broadcom Brocade Fabric OS, and Commvault Web Server flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog. Below are the descriptions for these flaws:…
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Agentic AI Is Reshaping Cybersecurity Defense
NVIDIA explores how agentic AI is transforming cybersecurity with real-time response, smarter automation, and new safeguards for secure deployment. First seen on esecurityplanet.com Jump to article: www.esecurityplanet.com/cybersecurity/nvidia-agentic-ai-cybersecurity/
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CISA Issues New ICS Advisories Addressing Critical Vulnerabilities and Exploits
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued two new advisories revealing critical vulnerabilities found in widely used Industrial Control Systems (ICS). Released on May 1, 2025, the advisories spotlight severe security risks affecting KUNBUS GmbH’s Revolution Pi devices and the MicroDicom DICOM Viewer, with some vulnerabilities scoring the highest possible rating for risk…
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Feel Empowered by Enhanced NHI Management
Can NHI Management Empower Your Cybersecurity Strategy? One concept is repeatedly surfacing as a strategic necessity Non-Human Identities (NHIs) management. NHI management is a robust methodology designed to secure machine identities, ensuring that your systems and data are safe from breaches and leaks. But how does this method empower your cybersecurity strategy? Unveiling the… First…
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Neurohacks to outsmart stress and make better cybersecurity decisions
Think like a hacker: For neuroscientist, business professor at Columbia University, and former hacker Moran Cerf, the link between cybersecurity and neuroscience is instinctive. He points out that working in cybersecurity, particularly as a hacker, is often about understanding how people think and then spotting the gaps.That same shift in understanding, tuning into how the…
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AI and automation shift the cybersecurity balance toward attackers
Threat actors are increasingly harnessing automation, commoditized tools, and AI to systematically erode the traditional advantages held by defenders, according to Fortinet. First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/05/02/threat-actors-automation-cybersecurity/
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Phone theft is turning into a serious cybersecurity risk
Phone theft is a rising issue worldwide, and it’s more than just a property crime. It’s a serious cybersecurity threat. In the UK alone, the Metropolitan Police recovers 1,000 … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/05/02/phone-theft-cybersecurity-threat/
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CISA Issues Alert on Actively Exploited Apache HTTP Server Escape Vulnerability
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an urgent alert regarding a newly discovered and actively exploited vulnerability in the widely used Apache HTTP Server. The flaw, catalogued as CVE-2024-38475, affects the server’s mod_rewrite module and poses significant risks to organizations worldwide. Details of the Vulnerability CVE-2024-38475 is classified as an >>improper escaping…
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Hitachi Vantara Confirms Ransomware Attack
Hitachi Vantara disclosed a ransomware cybersecurity incident from April. First seen on crn.com Jump to article: www.crn.com/news/security/2025/hitachi-vantara-confirms-ransomware-attack
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North Korean IT worker scam is now a threat to all companies, cybersecurity experts say
One cybersecurity expert even said he recently found evidence that a U.S. political campaign in Oregon hired a North Korean IT worker. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/north-korean-it-worker-scam-expands-rsa
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Preparing for Quantum Cybersecurity Risks CISO Insights
Quantum cybersecurity risks represent a paradigm shift in cybersecurity, demanding immediate attention from Chief Information Security Officers worldwide. While practical quantum computers capable of breaking current encryption standards may still be years away, the threat is already present through >>harvest now, decrypt later
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Building a Scalable Cybersecurity Framework CISO Blueprint
Building a scalable cybersecurity framework is essential in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, enabling organizations to adapt to changing threats while supporting business growth. A scalable cybersecurity framework isn’t merely about adding more security controls as an organization expands. It’s about creating a flexible structure that can evolve with the business, anticipate future challenges, and…
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Behavioral Analytics for Threat Detection CISO Trends
In today’s evolving cybersecurity landscape, CISOs face unprecedented challenges from sophisticated threats, making behavioral analytics for threat detection a critical defense strategy. Traditional security measures like firewalls and antivirus solutions are no longer sufficient against advanced attacks that easily bypass perimeter defenses. Behavioral analytics has emerged as a critical strategy, offering proactive threat detection by…
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Navigating Healthcare Cybersecurity CISO’s Practical Guide
Navigating healthcare cybersecurity is crucial in today’s hyper-connected environment, where it underpins both operational resilience and patient trust. The rapid digitization of medical records, proliferation of connected devices, and the growing sophistication of cyber threats have placed Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) at the forefront of organizational strategy. No longer just gatekeepers of compliance, CISOs…
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Fake Security Plugin on WordPress Enables Remote Admin Access for Attackers
Cybersecurity researchers have shed light on a new campaign targeting WordPress sites that disguises the malware as a security plugin.The plugin, which goes by the name “WP-antymalwary-bot.php,” comes with a variety of features to maintain access, hide itself from the admin dashboard, and execute remote code.”Pinging functionality that can report back to a command-and-control (C&C)…
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Top Execs At RSAC 2025: Embracing AI Is Now ‘Not Optional’
The rise in cyberattacks powered by GenAI and the need for automating more security processes has led AI to move from buzzword to reality in a short amount of time, cybersecurity executives tell CRN at RSAC 2025. First seen on crn.com Jump to article: www.crn.com/news/security/2025/top-execs-at-rsac-2025-embracing-ai-is-now-not-optional
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Rethinking Cyber Risk for Nonprofits
Sightline Security’s Kelley Misata on Why Myths Hinder Real Security Progress. Nonprofit organizations are often labeled as low-risk when it comes to cybersecurity, but that perspective misses the diversity and importance of these organizations, said Kelley Misata, founder and CEO, Sightline Security, and president, the Open Information Security Foundation. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to…
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Best 10 SOC Tools for Security Operations and Threat Detection
In today’s digital world, cybersecurity is as much about smart tools as it is about the people who use them. Modern Security Operations Centers (SOCs) are at the heart of an organization’s defense. But behind the shiny dashboards and real-time alerts lies a growing challenge”, balancing cutting-edge SOC automation tools with the realities of increasing…
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RSA Conference 2025: Top Announcements and Key Takeaways from the Cybersecurity World’s Biggest Stage
“‹The RSA Conference 2025, held in San Francisco from April 28 to May 1, spotlighted the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, with a strong emphasis on artificial intelligence, identity security, and collaborative defense strategies. This year’s theme (Many Voices. One Community) emphasized collaboration across diverse perspectives to tackle cybersecurity challenges. The focus was on unifying IT,…
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A Cybersecurity Paradox: Even Resilient Organizations Are Blind to AI Threats
A LevelBlue report looks at what goes into the security postures of a cyber-resilient organization, and found that AI is still a blind spot. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cyber-risk/even-resilient-organizations-bind-ai-threats
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AI Security Risks: Jailbreaks, Unsafe Code, and Data Theft Threats in Leading AI Systems
In recent reports, significant security vulnerabilities have been uncovered in some of the world’s leading generative AI systems, such as OpenAI’s GPT-4, Anthropic’s Claude, and Google’s Gemini. While these AI models have revolutionized industries by automating complex tasks, they also introduce new cybersecurity challenges. These risks include AI jailbreaks, the generation of unsafe code, and…
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The Rising Threat of Zero-Day Exploits Targeting Enterprise Security Products
Zero-day exploits continue to pose one of the most significant and evolving cybersecurity threats to businesses worldwide. According to a recent report, 75 zero-day vulnerabilities were exploited this year, with 44% of these attacks targeting enterprise security products. These vulnerabilities are particularly dangerous because they are exploited before the vendor can address or patch them,…
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World Password Day 2025: Rethinking Security in the Age of MFA and Passkeys
Despite the rising use of biometrics, passkeys, and identity-based threat detection tools, one thing remains clear: passwords continue to be the frontline defence for digital access and often, the weakest link. Tomorrow is World Password Day, and cybersecurity experts are warning that while passwords are here for now, how we manage them needs to change…