Tag: Internet
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Krankenhäuser vor IoT-Bedrohungen schützen
Im Gesundheitswesen hat die Integration von Geräten aus dem Internet der medizinischen Dinge (Internet of Medical Things, IoMT) die Patientenversorgung verändert und die Effizienz sowie Zugänglichkeit verbessert. Diese technologischen Fortschritte sind jedoch mit erheblichen Sicherheitsherausforderungen verbunden. Erfahrungen aus der Praxis unterstreichen, wie wichtig es ist, IoMT-Geräte abzusichern, um Patientendaten zu schützen und einen unterbrechungsfreien medizinischen…
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Misconfigured access management systems expose global enterprises to security risks
Tags: access, attack, authentication, control, credentials, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, detection, finance, Internet, monitoring, network, regulation, risk, technology, update, vulnerabilityRegional and industry-wide exposure: The investigation found a disproportionate concentration of exposed AMS in Europe, with Italy emerging as a key hotspot, reporting 16,678 exposed systems. Mexico and Vietnam followed, with 5,940 and 5,035 systems exposed, respectively.The US recorded 1,966 vulnerable systems, while other technologically advanced nations such as Canada and Japan showed comparatively lower…
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Over 4,000 ISP IPs Targeted in Brute-Force Attacks to Deploy Info Stealers and Cryptominers
Internet service providers (ISPs) in China and the West Coast of the United States have become the target of a mass exploitation campaign that deploys information stealers and cryptocurrency miners on compromised hosts.The findings come from the Splunk Threat Research Team, which said the activity also led to the delivery of various binaries that facilitate…
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BigAnt Server 0-Day Vulnerability Lets Attackers Run Malicious Code Remotely
A critical vulnerability in BigAntSoft’s enterprise chat server software has exposed ~50 internet-facing systems to unauthenticated remote code execution attacks. Designated CVE-2025-0364, this exploit chain enables attackers to bypass authentication protocols, create administrative accounts, and execute malicious PHP code on vulnerable servers running BigAnt Server v5.6.06 and earlier. CVE-2025-0364: Authentication Bypass to PHP Code Execution The…
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Privacy Roundup: Week 9 of Year 2025
Tags: access, android, apple, attack, backdoor, breach, browser, cctv, control, cyber, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, encryption, endpoint, exploit, firmware, flaw, government, group, hacker, Internet, jobs, law, leak, malware, office, password, phishing, privacy, regulation, router, scam, service, software, switch, technology, threat, tool, update, vpn, vulnerabilityThis is a news item roundup of privacy or privacy-related news items for 23 FEB 2025 – 1 MAR 2025. Information and summaries provided here are as-is for warranty purposes. Note: You may see some traditional “security” content mixed-in here due to the close relationship between online privacy and cybersecurity – many things may overlap;…
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Routers Under Attack as Scanning Attacks on IoT and Networks Surge to Record Highs
In a concerning trend, the frequency of scanning attacks targeting Internet of Things (IoT) devices and network routers has surged dramatically, reaching unprecedented levels. According to recent data from F5 Labs, the total number of scanning events increased by 91% in 2024 compared to the previous year, with a staggering 8.7 million events recorded. This…
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Njrat Exploits Microsoft Dev Tunnels for C2 Communication
A new campaign involving the notorious remote access trojan (RAT) Njrat has been uncovered, leveraging Microsoft’s Dev Tunnels service for command-and-control (C2) communication. This service, intended to help developers securely expose local services to the internet for testing and debugging, is being exploited by attackers to establish covert connections with their C2 servers. The abuse…
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Künstliche Intelligenz: Herausforderungen und Chancen für die IT-Security Schneller, effizienter und komplexer
Mit immer neuen Cyberbedrohungen stellt sich für IT-Administratoren die Frage, wie sich Technologien auf Basis von künstlicher Intelligenz (KI) zur Abwehr von Angriffen nutzen lassen. Klar ist: KI ermöglicht schnellere und effizientere Reaktionen auf Attacken aus dem Internet und das ohne zusätzliches Personal. Unbestritten ist aber auch, dass der Einsatz generativer KI für mehr Komplexität…
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Auch in Deutschland: 49.000 Zutrittskontrollsysteme hängen ungeschützt am Netz
Schützenswerte Orte werden häufig über zentral gesteuerte Zutrittskontrollen abgesichert. In viele davon lässt sich wohl leicht über das Internet eingreifen. First seen on golem.de Jump to article: www.golem.de/news/auch-in-deutschland-49-000-zutrittskontrollsysteme-haengen-ungeschuetzt-am-netz-2502-193826.html
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Schwachstellen managen: Die besten Vulnerability-Management-Tools
Tags: attack, cloud, compliance, data, detection, google, infrastructure, Internet, iot, microsoft, risk, saas, service, software, tool, update, vulnerability, vulnerability-managementSchwachstellen zu managen, muss keine Schwerstarbeit sein. Wenn Sie die richtigen Tools einsetzen. Das sind die besten in Sachen Vulnerability Management.Nicht nur das Vulnerability Management hat sich im Laufe der Jahre erheblich verändert, sondern auch die Systeme, auf denen Schwachstellen identifiziert und gepatcht werden müssen. Systeme für das Schwachstellen-Management fokussieren heutzutage nicht mehr nur auf…
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5 things to know about ransomware threats in 2025
Tags: access, attack, authentication, awareness, backup, breach, ciso, cloud, control, credentials, cyber, dark-web, data, data-breach, defense, detection, encryption, exploit, extortion, finance, fraud, group, healthcare, identity, incident response, infrastructure, Internet, iot, law, leak, mfa, monitoring, network, password, ransom, ransomware, risk, scam, service, software, sophos, supply-chain, technology, threat, tool, update, vpn, vulnerability, zero-day2. Mid-size organizations are highly vulnerable: Industry data shows mid-size organizations remain highly vulnerable to ransomware attacks. “CISOs need to be aware that ransomware is no longer just targeting large companies, but now even mid-sized organizations are at risk. This awareness is crucial,” says Christiaan Beek, senior director, threat analytics, at Rapid7.Companies with annual revenue…
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Understanding deliberate delayed revocation: a threat to trust
Deliberate delayed revocation”, the intentional postponement of revoking compromised certificates”, poses a severe risk to internet security and trust. This practice creates vulnerabilities, erodes confidence in the web PKI, and weakens industry standards. As a leading Certificate Authority (CA), Sectigo rejects this harmful approach, advocating for immediate revocation, transparency, and accountability. To protect the digital…
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How Safe Are Online Entertainment Platforms?
The shift towards online entertainment services in the US can be explained by the proliferation of mobile devices and improved internet access. It is estimated that more than 97% of the US population currently has online access, with 96% owning smartphones, resulting in the ability for consumers to access the top streaming, gaming, and social…
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Industrial System Cyberattacks Surge as OT Stays Vulnerable
Nearly a third of organizations have an operational system connected to the Internet with a known exploited vulnerability, as attacks by state and non-state actors increase. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cyber-risk/industrial-system-cyberattacks-surge-ot-vulnerable
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Smart Bed Security Flaw Lets Hackers Access Other Network Devices
Tags: access, backdoor, credentials, cyber, data-breach, flaw, hacker, Internet, iot, network, service, vulnerabilityA security researcher has uncovered critical vulnerabilities in Eight Sleep’s internet-connected smart beds, revealing exposed Amazon Web Services (AWS) credentials, remote SSH backdoors, and potential access to users’ entire home networks. The findings underscore growing concerns about IoT device security as consumers increasingly adopt connected appliances for everyday use. Researcher Discovers AWS Keys and Remote…
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How to utilize VPN for safe work and remote work environments
A VPN enhances online privacy, encrypts data, and secures devices. Essential for remote work, it protects against cyber threats and ensures safer internet use. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/how-to-utilize-vpn-safe-work-remote-work-environments/
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Informatik: Online wählen ohne mulmiges Gefühl
Wahlbenachrichtigung, Briefwahlunterlagen, Stimmzettel: Eine Bundestagswahl verschlingt tonnenweise Papier und erzeugt erheblichen organisatorischen Aufwand. Internetwahlen erscheinen in Deutschland aber in weiter Ferne. Das Vertrauen in Papier ist groß. Ob sich die Vorteile von Internet- und Papierwahlen kombinieren lassen würden, hat Prof. Dr. Karola Marky von der Ruhr-Universität Bochum mit Kolleginnen und Kollegen aus Darmstadt und Glasgow……
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Cybersecurity in The Internet Age: Safeguarding Your Assets and Data
Cybersecurity is one of the most vital dimensions of contemporary existence with cloud storage, online transactions, and internet services ever increasing. Governments, institutions, and individuals need to be provided with adequate security measures for safeguarding financial information and investments, including cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, from the growing cyberattacks. First seen on thecyberexpress.com Jump to article: thecyberexpress.com/cybersecurity-in-the-internet-age/
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Tatort Website
Watchguard Technologies hat heute die Ergebnisse des neuesten Internet-Security-Reports veröffentlicht. Zu den wichtigsten Erkenntnissen des Berichts für das dritte Quartal 2024 gehört, dass die Zahl der Entdeckungen von Malware auf Endgeräten im Vergleich zum Vorquartal um 300 Prozent gestiegen ist. In dem Zusammenhang sticht vor allem die vermehrte Anzahl von Angriffsversuchen ins Auge, bei denen…
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Wie man PKI in bestehende Infrastrukturen integriert: 5 Schritte zum Erfolg
Die Einbindung moderner Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) in bestehende Produktionsumgebungen stellt viele Unternehmen vor erhebliche Herausforderungen. Besonders in Brownfield-Umgebungen mit veralteter OT-Hardware und -Software erschweren etablierte Praktiken und Bedenken hinsichtlich der Komplexität die nahtlose Integration innovativer Sicherheitslösungen. BxC Security, ein Cybersicherheitsunternehmen im Bereich der Operational Technology (OT) und Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), hat… First…
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Palo Alto firewalls under attack as miscreants chain flaws for root access
If you want to avoid urgent patches, stop exposing management consoles to the public internet First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2025/02/19/palo_alto_firewall_attack/
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Clinical Trial Database Exposes 1.6M Records to Web
Researcher Says Firm Failed to Secure Sensitive Health Data From Survey Forms. An unsecured database containing 2 terabytes of data allegedly exposed more than 1.6 million clinical research records to the internet, including sensitive personal and medical information of patients, said the security researcher who discovered the lapse. Why does this keep happening? First seen…
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Privacy Constraints Are Keeping Banks From Tackling Scams
M&T Bank’s Karen Boyer on Need for Shared Responsibility with Telecoms, Tech Firms. Technology solutions can help banks fight fraud, but privacy constraints are preventing them from doing an effective job to ferret out scammers, said Karen Boyer, senior vice president at M&T Bank. She supports a new Australian law that also places responsibility on…
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EagerBee Malware Targets Government Agencies ISPs with Stealthy Backdoor Attack
A sophisticated cyber espionage campaign leveraging the EagerBee malware has been targeting government agencies and Internet Service Providers (ISPs) across the Middle East. This advanced backdoor malware, attributed to the Chinese-linked threat group CoughingDown, demonstrates cutting-edge stealth capabilities and persistence mechanisms, posing a significant threat to critical infrastructure in the region. Advanced Capabilities of EagerBee…
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Facts, Schmacts Meta Joins X in Ceasing Content Moderation
Tags: InternetOn January 6, 2025, Meta, formerly known as Facebook, formally announced that it would cease its “fact-checking” operations, and allow the internet itself, through comments posted, to be the final arbiter of what is true and false. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/02/facts-schmacts-meta-joins-x-in-ceasing-content-moderation/
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Google Chrome Introduces AI to Block Malicious Websites and Downloads
Google has taken a significant step in enhancing internet safety by integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its >>Safe Browsing
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BadPilot Attacking Network Devices to Expand Russian Seashell Blizzard’s Attacks
A newly uncovered cyber campaign, dubbed >>BadPilot,
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Safer Internet Day 2025: Mythen zur ESicherheit auf dem Prüfstand
First seen on datensicherheit.de Jump to article: www.datensicherheit.de/safer-internet-day-2025-mythen-e-mail-sicherheit-pruefstand
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WTF: ICANN Opfer von Phishing: Online-Konto für Kryptowährungs-Reklame missbraucht
“Die ICANN gibt dem Internet seine eigene Währung”, schallte es von einem offiziellen ICANN-Konto eines sozialen Netzes. Hinter “$DNS” stecken aber Kriminelle. First seen on heise.de Jump to article: www.heise.de/news/ICANN-Opfer-von-Phishing-Online-Konto-fuer-Kryptowaehrungs-Reklame-missbraucht-10280537.html