Tag: cybersecurity
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Cybersecurity Experts Slam Oracle’s Handling of Big Breach
Technology Giant Accused of Using ‘Wordplay’ to Previously Deny Breach Reports. Cybersecurity experts have slammed Oracle’s handling of a large data breach that it’s reportedly confirming to 140,000 affected cloud infrastructure clients – but only verbally, and not in writing – following nearly two weeks of it having denied that any such breach occurred. First…
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Hackers Exploit Stripe API for Web Skimming Card Theft on Online Stores
Cybersecurity researchers at Jscamblers have uncovered a sophisticated web-skimming campaign targeting online retailers. The campaign utilizes a legacy… First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/hackers-exploit-stripe-api-web-skimming-card-theft/
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Hunters International Linked to Hive Ransomware in Attacks on Windows, Linux, and ESXi Systems
Hunters International, a ransomware group suspected to be a rebrand of the infamous Hive ransomware, has been linked to widespread attacks targeting Windows, Linux, FreeBSD, SunOS, and ESXi systems. Emerging in October 2023, the group has gained notoriety for its sophisticated techniques in data exfiltration and extortion. Cybersecurity researchers have noted similarities between Hunters International’s…
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Critical Flaw in Google Quick Share Lets Hackers Bypass File Transfer Approval
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a new vulnerability in Google’s Quick Share data transfer tool for Windows, potentially allowing attackers to crash the application or send files to a user’s device without their consent. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-10668 with a… First seen on sensorstechforum.com Jump to article: sensorstechforum.com/cve-2024-10668-google-quick-share-exploit/
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Cybersecurity MA Roundup: 23 Deals Announced in March 2025
Tags: cybersecurityLess than two dozen cybersecurity merger and acquisition (MA) deals were announced in March 2025. The post Cybersecurity MA Roundup: 23 Deals Announced in March 2025 appeared first on SecurityWeek. First seen on securityweek.com Jump to article: www.securityweek.com/cybersecurity-ma-roundup-23-deals-announced-in-march-2025/
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Hackers Actively Scanning for Juniper Smart Routers Using Default Passwords
Recent cybersecurity findings reveal an alarming increase in malicious activity targeting Juniper’s Session Smart Networking Platform (SSR). According to SANS tech reports, Attackers are focusing their efforts on exploiting devices using the default credentials, >>t128>128tRoutes
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Google’s Quick Share for Windows Vulnerability Allows Remote Code Execution
Tags: cyber, cybersecurity, exploit, flaw, google, remote-code-execution, risk, vulnerability, windowsCybersecurity researchers from SafeBreach Labs have revealed new vulnerabilities in Google’s Quick Share file-transfer utility for Windows, including a critical flaw that allows attackers to execute code on targeted devices. The findings, disclosed this week, highlight risks in the widely used tool”, even after Google patched earlier issues reported in 2024. The QuickShell Exploit Chain…
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AI Image Site GenNomis Exposed 47GB of Underage Deepfakes
Cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler uncovers a massive 47.8GB database with disturbing AI-generated content belonging to GenNomis. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/ai-image-site-gennomis-exposed-underage-deepfakes/
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CISA’s Latest Advisories Expose High-Risk Vulnerabilities in Industrial Control Systems
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued two crucial Industrial Control Systems (ICS) advisories, highlighting vulnerabilities that could have serious impacts on critical infrastructure. These ICS advisories, identified as ICSA-25-091-01 and ICSA-24-331-04, are designed to inform organizations about current security threats, vulnerabilities, and necessary mitigations related to ICS products and systems. First seen on…
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Google Patches Quick Share Vulnerability Enabling Silent File Transfers Without Consent
Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed details of a new vulnerability impacting Google’s Quick Share data transfer utility for Windows that could be exploited to achieve a denial-of-service (DoS) or send arbitrary files to a target’s device without their approval.The flaw, tracked as CVE-2024-10668 (CVSS score: 5.9), is a bypass for two of the 10 shortcomings that…
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Hackers Selling SnowDog RAT Malware With Remote Control Capabilities Online
A sophisticated remote access trojan (RAT) dubbedSnowDoghas surfaced on underground cybercrime forums, prompting alarms among cybersecurity experts. Advertised as a tool for “corporate espionage and advanced intrusions,” the malware is being sold by an unidentified threat actor with claims of stealth, evasion, and remote control capabilities. The SnowDog RAT: Features and Risks The seller claims…
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Veterans are an obvious fit for cybersecurity, but tailored support ensures they succeed
Security is built into just about any military role: “Veterans make great cybersecurity specialists, because they’ve had security-focused roles, whether physical or information security, no matter what branch of the service they were in,” says Bryan Radliff, a 31-year veteran of the US Army who now serves as the CyberVets program manager in the Onward…
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7 ways to get C-suite buy-in on that new cybersecurity tool
You’re in the middle of a sprint, juggling deadlines, debugging code, fine-tuning pipelines, and then it happens”, you stumble across the perfect cybersecurity tool. It promises … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/04/03/c-suite-cybersecurity-tool-buy-in/
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Building a cybersecurity strategy that survives disruption
Cybersecurity isn’t what it used to be. Attackers are moving quicker, disruptions happen all the time, and many security plans built for more predictable times just can’t keep … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/04/03/building-cybersecurity-strategy/
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Smashing Security podcast #411: The fall of Troy, and whisky barrel scammers
Renowned cybersecurity expert Troy Hunt falls victim to a phishing attack, resulting in the exposure of thousands of subscriber details, and don’t lose your life savings in a whisky scam… First seen on grahamcluley.com Jump to article: grahamcluley.com/smashing-security-podcast-411/
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Cyber Command touts AI-driven gains in cybersecurity, network monitoring
Executive Director Morgan Adamski said the agency’s use of generative AI tools has reduced the timeframe for analyzing malicious traffic from days and weeks to hours and minutes. First seen on cyberscoop.com Jump to article: cyberscoop.com/cyber-command-ai-gains-cybersecurity-network-monitoring/
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Experts Warn Congress Another Salt Typhoon Attack Is Coming
Chinese Hackers Are Pre-Positioned, and Top Officials Could Be Making Matters Worse. Experts told lawmakers on Wednesday that without urgent federal action to strengthen cyber defenses and additional efforts to improve the cybersecurity practices of some of the highest ranking government officials, another Salt Typhoon attack could be just around the corner. First seen on…
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In Salt Typhoon’s Wake, Congress Mulls Potential Options
While the House Committee on Government Reform was looking for retaliatory options, cybersecurity experts pointed them toward building better defenses. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/salt-typhoons-wake-congress-potential-options
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How an Interdiction Mindset Can Help Win War on Cyberattacks
The US military and law enforcement learned to outthink insurgents. It’s time for cybersecurity to learn to outsmart and outmaneuver threat actors with the same framework. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/how-interdiction-mindset-cyberattacks
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Secure Secrets Setup: Sleep Soundly at Night
Why is Securing Secrets and NHIs Necessary for Your Peace of Mind? Managing cybersecurity is a critical part of modern business operations, considering growing threat. But did you know that one of the most overlooked aspects of cybersecurity is the management of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and secrets? For adequate control over cloud security, organizations must……
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Proactively Managing NHIs to Prevent Breaches
Why is Proactive NHI Management Essential to Prevent Breaches? One might often ponder, how can organizations significantly strengthen their cybersecurity postures? The answer lies in the proactive management of Non Human Identities (NHIs) to prevent breaches. This strategic approach in NHI management serves as a robust framework for organizations to safeguard their sensitive data and……
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Medical device cybersecurity to be adversely impacted by HHS layoffs
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/brief/medical-device-cybersecurity-to-be-adversely-impacted-by-hhs-layoffs
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Embracing platformization in cybersecurity: Enhancing agility and user experience
Tags: cybersecurityFirst seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/resource/embracing-platformization-in-cybersecurity-enhancing-agility-and-user-experience
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National Impact Must Drive Cybersecurity Decisions
Roxanne Pashaei on Matching Organizational Risks With National Cybersecurity Risks. In the face of intensifying geopolitical tensions and nation-state threats, cybersecurity efforts must move beyond organizational boundaries and financial risk models to consider broader national impact, said Roxanne Pashaei who is the former CISO of a public sector enterprise. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to…
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Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Analysis: Seceon Platform vs. Siloed Cybersecurity Solutions for a 5,000+ Staff Hospital in the USA
Cyber threats targeting healthcare organizations are at an all-time high, with ransomware, insider threats, medical device exploits, and data breaches putting patient data and hospital operations at risk. To defend against these threats, hospitals have traditionally relied on siloed security tools, which result in high costs, operational complexity, and slow response times. This analysis compares…
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What is subdomain hijacking?
Subdomain hijacking is a cybersecurity risk where attackers exploit abandoned DNS records to take control of legitimate subdomains. This can lead to phishing attacks, credential theft, and malware distribution. Organizations must regularly audit DNS records, remove outdated entries, and strengthen cloud security policies to prevent these vulnerabilities. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/04/what-is-subdomain-hijacking/
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Cybersecurity Professor Faced China-Funding Inquiry Before Disappearing, Sources Say
A lawyer for Xiaofeng Wang and his wife says they are “safe” after FBI searches of their homes and Wang’s sudden dismissal from Indiana University, where he taught for over 20 years. First seen on wired.com Jump to article: www.wired.com/story/xiaofeng-wang-indiana-university-research-probe-china/
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Hackers Use DeepSeek and Remote Desktop Apps to Deploy TookPS Malware
A recent investigation by cybersecurity researchers has uncovered a large-scale malware campaign leveraging the DeepSeek LLM and popular remote desktop applications to distribute the Trojan-Downloader.Win32.TookPS malware. The attackers targeted both individual users and organizations by disguising malicious software as legitimate business tools, including UltraViewer, AutoCAD, and SketchUp. Malicious Infrastructure and Infection Chain The TookPS malware…
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Cybersecurity Professor Faced China Funding Inquiry Before Disappearing, Sources Say
A lawyer for Xiaofeng Wang and his wife says they are “safe” after FBI searches of their homes and Wang’s sudden dismissal from Indiana University, where he taught for over 20 years. First seen on wired.com Jump to article: www.wired.com/story/xiaofeng-wang-indiana-university-research-probe-china/