Tag: risk
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News alert: Link11’s research shows DDoS attacks are more targeted, and doubled, year-over-year
Frankfurt, Germany, Mar. 17, 2025, CyberNewswire, Cyberattacks are no longer an abstract threat they dominate risk planning for companies worldwide. The latest Link11 European Cyber Report shows an alarming trend: the number of DDoS attacks has more than… (more”¦) First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/03/news-alert-link11s-research-shows-ddos-attacks-are-more-targeted-and-doubled-year-over-year/
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MassJacker Clipper Malware Targets Users Installing Pirated Software
A recent investigation has uncovered previously unknown cryptojacking malware, dubbed MassJacker, which primarily targets users who download pirated software from sites like pesktop.com. This malware operates by replacing cryptocurrency wallet addresses copied by users with those belonging to the attackers, aiming to redirect funds to the threat actors’ wallets. The discovery highlights the risks associated…
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Rethinking Insider Risk in an AI-Driven Workplace
Carnegie Mellon CERT’s Dan Costa on Addressing Root Causes of Insider Risk. As layoffs and AI-driven workflows reshape workplace security, insider risk is becoming more complex. Dan Costa, technical manager for the CERT division at Carnegie Mellon University’s Software Engineering Institute, outlines proactive strategies to manage insider risk effectively. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to…
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Supply Chain Attack Targets GitHub Repositories and Secrets
Over 23,000 Code Repositories at Risk After Malicious Code Added to GitHub Action. Attackers subverted a widely used tool for software development environment GitHub, potentially allowing them to steal secrets from thousands of private code repositories as well as compromise other, widely used open source libraries, binaries and artifacts that use the tool, experts warned.…
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New KnowBe4 Report Finds Education Sector Unprepared for Escalating Cyberattacks
KnowBe4, the cybersecurity platform that comprehensively addresses human risk management, today announced a new report, “From Primary Schools to Universities, The Global Education Sector is Unprepared for Escalating Cyber Attacks”. The education sector was the most targeted industry for cyberattacks in 2024, according to several reports, including one from Check Point Research. The sector has also…
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What Is Exposure Management and Why Does It Matter?
Tags: access, attack, breach, business, ciso, cloud, compliance, credentials, cve, cyber, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, group, identity, infrastructure, iot, metric, password, phishing, risk, service, software, technology, threat, tool, vulnerability, vulnerability-managementEach Monday, the Tenable Exposure Management Academy will provide the practical, real-world guidance you need to shift from vulnerability management to exposure management. In our first blog in this new series, we get you started with an overview of the differences between the two and explore how cyber exposure management can benefit your organization. Traditional…
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Kentico Xperience CMS Vulnerability Enables Remote Code Execution
In recent security research, vulnerabilities in the Kentico Xperience CMS have come to light, highlighting significant risks for users who rely on this Content Management System (CMS). Specifically, two primary issues were identified: an Authentication Bypass vulnerability and a Post-Authentication Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability. These vulnerabilities, collectively forming a powerful exploit chain, allow attackers to gain full control…
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UK Cybersecurity Weekly News Roundup 16 March 2025
Tags: access, apple, attack, backdoor, backup, compliance, control, cyber, cyberattack, cybercrime, cybersecurity, data, encryption, finance, firewall, government, group, hacking, insurance, law, lockbit, malicious, network, office, privacy, ransomware, regulation, risk, russia, service, software, virusWelcome to this week’s edition of our cybersecurity news roundup, bringing you the latest developments and insights from the UK and beyond. UK Government’s Stance on Encryption Raises Global Concerns The UK government has ordered Apple to provide backdoor access to iCloud users’ encrypted backups under the Investigatory Powers Act of 2016. This secret order…
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GitHub Action Compromise Puts CI/CD Secrets at Risk in Over 23,000 Repositories
Cybersecurity researchers are calling attention to an incident in which the popular GitHub Action tj-actions/changed-files was compromised to leak secrets from repositories using the continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) workflow.The incident involved the tj-actions/changed-files GitHub Action, which is used in over 23,000 repositories. It’s used to track and retrieve all First seen on thehackernews.com…
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AI development pipeline attacks expand CISOs’ software supply chain risk
Tags: access, ai, api, application-security, attack, backdoor, breach, business, ciso, cloud, container, control, cyber, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, detection, encryption, exploit, flaw, fortinet, government, infrastructure, injection, intelligence, LLM, malicious, malware, ml, network, open-source, password, penetration-testing, programming, pypi, risk, risk-assessment, russia, saas, sbom, service, software, supply-chain, threat, tool, training, vpn, vulnerabilitydevelopment pipelines are exacerbating software supply chain security problems.Incidents of exposed development secrets via publicly accessible, open-source packages rose 12% last year compared to 2023, according to ReversingLabs (RL).A scan of 30 of the most popular open-source packages found an average of six critical-severity and 33 high-severity flaws per package.Commercial software packages are also a…
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AI Module Security Flaws in Drupal: MyCERT Urges Immediate Patching
The Malaysia Computer Emergency Response Team (MyCERT) has reported several Drupal vulnerabilities within its AI module, specifically affecting versions prior to 1.0.5. This issue, outlined in a MyCERT advisory (MA-1292.032025), has raised cybersecurity concerns regarding potential remote code execution risks and the overall security of Drupal-powered websites. MyCERT has recommended that all users and administrators of Drupal promptly…
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Kroll’s Crypto Breach Highlights SIM-Swapping Risk
Information was exposed on hundreds of crypto-related bankruptcy claimants in proceedings involving FTX, Genesis, and BlockFI. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/remote-workforce/kroll-cryoto-breach-sim-swapping-risk
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Considerations for Reducing Risk When Migrating to the Cloud
Proper planning is an essential part of reducing security and compliance risks before, during, and after a migration to a new cloud environment. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cloud-security/considerations-for-reducing-risk-when-migrating-to-the-cloud
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More Than Half of Browser Extensions Pose Security Risks
Spin.AI’s risk assessment of some 300,000 browser extensions found 51% had overly permissive access and could execute potentially malicious behaviors. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cloud-security/more-than-half-of-browser-extensions-pose-security-risks
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Unveiling the Hidden Risks of Routing Protocols
Neglecting security of Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) and other routing protocols has created multiple vulnerabilities that must be addressed. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/unveiling-the-hidden-risks-of-routing-protocols
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7 misconceptions about the CISO role
Tags: api, attack, breach, business, ceo, ciso, compliance, control, corporate, cyber, cyberattack, cybersecurity, defense, exploit, finance, firewall, governance, infrastructure, insurance, jobs, network, password, phishing, resilience, risk, risk-assessment, risk-management, saas, software, startup, strategy, technology, threat, tool, training, update, vulnerabilityKatie Jenkins, EVP and CISO, Liberty Mutual Insurance Liberty Mutual InsuranceThe field is changing so rapidly, Jenkins adds, she needs to commit time to keeping up on research and connecting with other CISOs for knowledge exchange.In addition to securing infrastructure, an effective CISO focuses on securing the business, experts say. This requires understanding how security…
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Start-up Security 101: How to Protect Your Venture from Cybersecurity Risk
Did you know that 43% of cyberattacks target small businesses, yet only 14% are prepared to defend themselves?… First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/start-up-security-protect-venture-cybersecurity-risk/
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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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Update Your iPhone Now to Fix Safari Security Flaw
The vulnerability allowed malicious code running inside the Web Content sandbox, an isolated environment for web processes designed to limit security risks, to impact other parts of the device. First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/news-iphone-update-18-3-2/
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Best WordPress Plugins for Cybersecurity 2025
WordPress is a great platform for building websites, but it is also a common target for hackers. Keeping your website safe is important to protect your data, visitors, and business. Cybercrime is a growing problem, with 39% of UK businesses experiencing cyber attacks in 2023. Using security plugins can help reduce risks and keep your…
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360 Privacy Raises $36M to Expand Threat Protection Services
Investment to Scale Engineering, Expansion from Data Deletion to Threat Reduction. Executive digital protection firm 360 Privacy raised $36 million to expand its engineering team and boost its ability to remove sensitive data from brokers. The company is shifting from a data deletion focus to broader threat mitigation, tackling risks from digital tracking and location…
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Symantec Demonstrates OpenAI’s Operator Agent in PoC Phishing Attack
Symantec demonstrates OpenAI’s Operator Agent in PoC phishing attack, highlighting AI security risks and the need for proper cybersecurity. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/symantec-openai-operator-agent-poc-phishing-attack/
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Workplace Chaos and Uncertainty Stoke Insider Risk Warnings
Expect Malicious Insiders to Pose ‘Big Challenge’ This Year for CISOs, Expert Warns. The current tumultuous environment for employees and job-seekers across business and government – with numerous layoffs, economic concerns and political chaos – is increasing the risk posed by trusted insiders, making for a big challenge for CISOs this year, says Forrester’s Allie…
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Europäische Unternehmen haben keinen (Krisen)-Plan
Eine aktuelle Studie zeigt Defizite im Risikomanagement von Unternehmen auf beiden Seiten des Atlantiks.Internationale und nationale, politische und unternehmerische Krisen häufen sich. Gleichzeitig sind viele Unternehmen nicht ausreichend darauf vorbereitet. Zu diesem Ergebnis kommt eine Studie von Economist Impact im Auftrag von FTI Consulting, die im März 2025 veröffentlicht wurde.Für die Studie (PDF) wurden 600…
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Quantifying cyber risk strategies to resonate with CFOs and boards
In this Help Net Security interview, Mir Kashifuddin, Data Risk Privacy Leader at PwC, discusses how CISOs can translate cyber risk into business value and secure a … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/03/14/mir-kashifuddin-pwc-business-cyber-risk/
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Best Cloud Pentesting Tool in 2025: Azure, AWS, GCP
Tags: breach, cloud, data, data-breach, exploit, hacker, penetration-testing, risk, tactics, tool, vulnerabilityCloud pentesting involves manually or automatically exploiting vulnerabilities detected by a security expert or vulnerability scanner, simulating real-world hacker tactics to uncover weaknesses. By identifying these vulnerabilities, cloud providers and customers can strengthen data security and mitigate risks, preventing incidents like the February 2024 23andMe breach, which exposed the private data of over 700 million……