Tag: Internet
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Software Firm Notifying Patients, Practices of Data Exposure
Researcher Found Unsecured Database Server Containing 1,864 GB of OrthoMinds’ Data. An orthodontic practice software vendor is notifying an undisclosed number of patients that their data was exposed to the internet for 10 days last November. The security researcher who discovered the data leak said the incident appears to have lasted longer and affected more…
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Für Cyberattacken gewappnet Krisenkommunikation nach Plan
Lesen Sie, welche Aspekte für einen Krisenkommunikationsplan entscheidend sind.Cyberangriffe fordern nicht nur CISOs in punkto Prävention und Krisenbewältigung heraus. Auch die Unternehmenskommunikation ist mit im Boot. Sie ist verantwortlich für den Krisenkommunikationsplan, den sie mit dem CISO entwickelt und bei Cybersicherheitsvorfällen umsetzt.Eine gute Krisenprävention hat aus der Perspektive der Kommunikation drei Elemente und beginnt nicht…
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Entwicklungsplattform Firebase unter Feuer
Check Point Software Technologies hat eine Hacker-Kampagne gegen Firebase beobachtet, eine Entwicklungsplattform für mobile sowie Web-Applikationen. Die Sicherheitsforscher von Check Point Research (CPR) stießen auf professionell gestaltete und sehr überzeugend gemachte Fälschungen von echten Internet-Auftritten als Phishing-Websites. Die von CPR beobachtete Kampagne beinhaltete die Nutzung kompromittierter Konten, man spricht dabei auch von Business-E-Mail-Compromise (BEC). Sobald…
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4 Best-Practices für die erfolgreiche Verwaltung von E-Mail-Zertifikaten
Seit mehreren Jahrzehnten schon werden E-Mails überall auf der Welt erfolgreich mit dem Secure/Multipurpose-Internet-Mail-Extensions (S/MIME) -Standard signiert und verschlüsselt. Der Standard hilft sicherzustellen, dass nur berechtigte Empfänger einer E-Mail ihre Nachrichten und angehängte Daten erhalten und einsehen können. Wie alle digitalen Zertifikate erfordert auch die Nutzung von S/MIME-Zertifikaten ein umfassendes und effektives Management von […]…
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Over 150 US Government Database Servers Vulnerable to Internet Exposure
A recent open-source investigation has uncovered one of the largest exposures of US government data to cyber threats. More than 150 government database servers are currently exposed to the internet, leaving sensitive personal and national security information at an unprecedented risk of cyberattacks. The Scope of the Problem The investigation, conducted using data from Shodan,…
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CVE-2024-20439: Critical Cisco Smart Licensing Flaws Exploited
Two Critical Vulnerabilities Expose Administrative Access Two now-patched but previously critical vulnerabilities in Cisco Smart Licensing Utility are being actively exploited in the wild, according to reports from the SANS Internet Storm Center. These flaws affect versions 2.0.0, 2.1.0, and… First seen on sensorstechforum.com Jump to article: sensorstechforum.com/cve-2024-20439-cisco-smart-licensing-flaws/
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11 hottest IT security certs for higher pay today
Tags: access, attack, automation, business, cloud, container, control, corporate, credentials, cyber, cybersecurity, data, defense, encryption, exploit, finance, fortinet, google, governance, incident response, infosec, intelligence, Internet, jobs, linux, malicious, malware, monitoring, network, penetration-testing, remote-code-execution, resilience, reverse-engineering, risk, risk-assessment, risk-management, skills, software, technology, threat, tool, training, vulnerability, windowsOffensive Security Certified Expert (OSCE): OffSec’s Offensive Security Certified Expert consists of three courses: Advanced Web Attacks and Exploitation, Advanced Evasion Techniques and Breaching Defenses, and Windows User Mode Exploit Development. The format for each course exam is the same: Candidates have 48 hours to compromise a given target using various techniques. No formal prerequisites exist for any of the…
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Ongoing Cyber Attacks Exploit Critical Vulnerabilities in Cisco Smart Licensing Utility
Two now-patched security flaws impacting Cisco Smart Licensing Utility are seeing active exploitation attempts, according to SANS Internet Storm Center.The two critical-rated vulnerabilities in question are listed below – CVE-2024-20439 (CVSS score: 9.8) – The presence of an undocumented static user credential for an administrative account that an attacker could exploit to log in to…
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DEF CON 32 Recon Village Recursion is a Harsh Mistress: How (Not) To Build a Recursive Internet Scanner
Speaker: TheTechromancer Our sincere appreciation to DEF CON, and the Presenters/Authors for publishing their erudite []DEF CON 32]2 content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Las Vegas Convention Center; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/03/def-con-32-recon-village-recursion-is-a-harsh-mistress-how-not-to-build-a-recursive-internet-scanner/
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Cisco Smart Licensing Utility flaws under attack
The SANS Internet Storm Center reported exploitation attempts against two critical vulnerabilities, which were initially disclosed in September. First seen on cybersecuritydive.com Jump to article: www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/cisco-smart-licensing-utility-flaws-attacked/743064/
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Was die ISS über den Schutz kritischer und weitgehend isolierter Unternehmens-IT lehrt
Zumindest in den normalen Bereichen der Physik herrschen im Weltall grundsätzlich dieselben Naturgesetze wie auf dem Erdboden. Ähnlich verhält es sich mit der IT-Sicherheit an isolierten kritischen Standorten in der Produktion, an abgelegenen Standorten oder im Internet der Dinge. Autonom durch KI Gefahren erkennen, sich redundant aufstellen und Ausfallszenarien schon in der Entwicklung einkalkulieren: […]…
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Supply-chain CAPTCHA attack hits over 100 car dealerships
A security researcher has discovered that the websites of over 100 car dealerships have been compromised in a supply-chain attack that attempted to infect the PCs of internet visitors. First seen on bitdefender.com Jump to article: www.bitdefender.com/en-us/blog/hotforsecurity/supply-chain-captcha-attack-hits-over-100-car-dealerships
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Critical vulnerability in AMI MegaRAC BMC allows server’ takeover
Tags: access, advisory, api, apt, attack, authentication, control, credentials, cve, cyberespionage, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, endpoint, exploit, firewall, firmware, flaw, group, infrastructure, Internet, linux, malicious, malware, network, ransomware, supply-chain, technology, training, update, vulnerabilityth vulnerability that Eclypsium researchers found in MegaRAC, the BMC firmware implementation from UEFI/BIOS vendor American Megatrends (AMI). BMCs are microcontrollers present on server motherboards that have their own firmware, dedicated memory, power, and network ports and are used for out-of-band management of servers when their main operating systems are shut down.Administrators can access BMCs…
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Electromagnetic Side-Channel Analysis of Cryptographically Secured Devices
Electromagnetic (EM) side-channel analysis has emerged as a significant threat to cryptographically secured devices, particularly in the era of the Internet of Things (IoT). These attacks exploit information leakages through physical parameters such as EM radiation, which is emitted by all powered electronic devices due to internal current flows. Unlike traditional power analysis attacks, EM…
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Rethinking Risk: ICS OT Security with Purdue 2.0 and GRC
The rise of the extended Internet of Things (XIoT) across industrial (IIoT), healthcare (IoMT), commercial (OT, BMS/EMS/ACS/iBAS/FMS), and other sectors… First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/03/rethinking-risk-ics-ot-security-with-purdue-2-0-and-grc/
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Hackers Use DLL Side-Loading to Deploy Malicious Python Code
A recent discovery by Xavier Mertens, a senior handler at the Internet Storm Center, has highlighted a sophisticated attack where hackers utilize DLL side-loading to deploy malicious Python code. This technique involves tricking an application into loading a malicious DLL instead of a legitimate one, allowing attackers to execute malicious code while evading detection by…
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New C++-Based IIS Malware Mimics cmd.exe to Evade Detection
A recent discovery by Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42 has shed light on sophisticated malware targeting Internet Information Services (IIS) servers. This malware, developed in C++/CLI, a rare choice for malware authors, has been designed to mimic the behavior of cmd.exe to evade detection. The malware operates as a passive backdoor, integrating itself into the…
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FCC creates national security council to counter cyber threats from China
Tags: 5G, access, ai, attack, breach, china, communications, computing, cyber, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, espionage, government, group, hacking, incident, infrastructure, Internet, microsoft, office, strategy, supply-chain, technology, threat, vulnerabilityThree-pronged strategy: The council will pursue a tripartite strategy focusing on reducing dependency, mitigating vulnerabilities, and ensuring American technological leadership.First, it aims to reduce American technology and telecommunications sectors’ trade and supply chain dependencies on foreign adversaries. This goal aligns with broader government efforts to “friend-shore” critical technology supply chains and decrease reliance on potentially…
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Millions of RSA Keys Exposed, Revealing Serious Exploitable Flaws
A recent study has highlighted a significant vulnerability in RSA keys used across the internet, particularly in IoT devices. Researchers collected and analyzed a vast dataset of RSA certificates, revealing that approximately 1 in 172 keys share a factor with another, making them susceptible to compromise. This vulnerability arises primarily from poor random number generation…
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UK’s internet watchdog puts storage and file-sharing services on watch over CSAM
As duties under the U.K.’s Online Safety Act (OSA) related to tackling illegal content came into force Monday, the internet watchdog, Ofcom, said it has launched a new enforcement program focused on online storage and file-sharing services. The regulator said its evidence shows that file-sharing and file-storage services are >>particularly susceptible
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Ransomware-Spitze: Anstieg gegenüber Februar 2024 um 126 Prozent
Opportunistische Auswahl der Opfer manuell durchgeführter Angriffe. Der vergangene Februar 2025 war laut Experten der Bitdefender Labs ein Rekordmonat. Für Ihre Analyse im Rahmen des monatlichen Bitdefender Threat Debriefs werteten die Bitdefender-Experten, die von über 70 Ransomware-Banden betriebenen Internet-Seiten zu Dateneinbrüchen im Dark Web Dedicated Leak-Sites (DLS) und Informationen aus öffentlich verfügbaren… First seen on…
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The Silent Infiltration: How Powerful CPS Devices Are Amplifying Cyber Risks for Businesses
The Internet of Things (IoT), also referred to as Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) has exploded across all types of enterprises, promising greater efficiency, automation, and data-driven insights. From smart sensors monitoring factory floors to AI-powered cameras securing premises, these devices are transforming how businesses operate. However, this surge in connectivity, coupled with the increasing power of……
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Report on ransomware attacks on Fortinet firewalls also reveals possible defenses
Tags: access, attack, authentication, automation, backdoor, backup, ciso, control, credentials, cve, cybercrime, data, data-breach, defense, exploit, firewall, fortinet, group, infrastructure, Internet, lockbit, malicious, monitoring, network, password, radius, ransom, ransomware, risk, router, tactics, threat, tool, update, vpn, vulnerability, windowsSigns of intrusion: “This actor exhibits a distinct operational signature that blends elements of opportunistic attacks with ties to the LockBit ecosystem,” Forescout said in its analysis.”Mora_001’s relationship to the broader Lockbit’s ransomware operations underscores the increased complexity of the modern ransomware landscape where specialized teams collaborate to leverage complementary capabilities.”CISOs should note these consistent…
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Can TikTok help Frank McCourt reinvent the internet?
Tags: InternetBillionaire Frank McCourt wants to buy TikTok, but not for its algorithm and videos. He tells the Click Here podcast how the social media platform could help him with his plans to fundamentally change the Internet. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/frank-mccourt-tiktok-project-liberty-interview
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Consumer Groups Push IoT Security Bill to Address EndLife Concerns
Consumer Reports, Secure Resilient Future Foundation (SRFF), and US Public Interest Research Group (PIRG) have introduced a model bill to increase transparency around when Internet of Things devices no longer have manufacturer support. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/iot/consumer-groups-rally-to-address-iot-security-concerns