Tag: service
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Pompelmi: Open-source secure file upload scanning for Node.js
Software teams building services in JavaScript are adding more layers of defense to handle untrusted file uploads. An open-source project called Pompelmi aims to insert … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/02/02/pompelmi-open-source-secure-file-upload-scanning-node-js/
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AI is flooding IAM systems with new identities
Most organizations view AI identities through the same lens used for other non-human identities, such as service accounts, API keys, and chatbots, according to The State of … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/02/02/cloud-security-alliance-securing-ai-identities/
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IoT Penetration Testing: Definition, Process, Tools, and Benefits
IoT penetration testing is a security assessment of the complete IoT ecosystem, from backend systems and cloud services to mobile devices and hardware. It involves a multi-stage simulated attack on IoT devices and their supporting system to identify security risks before attackers can exploit them. Unpatched firmware is responsible for 60% of IoT security breaches,……
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How impenetrable is secrets encryption in financial services
How Secure is Secrets Encryption in Financial Services? Have you ever wondered how financial services ensure the safety of critical information? The key lies in the sophisticated management of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and the rigorous approach to secrets encryption. These elements are essential to safeguarding sensitive data from falling into the wrong hands. The Role……
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Top 10 Best DNS Filtering Solutions 2026
In 2026, the perimeter is gone. Your users are everywhere, and the >>castle and moat<< security model is obsolete. The most effective way to secure a hybrid workforce is through DNS filtering and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE). These tools act as the new control plane, stopping ransomware command-and-control (C2) callbacks and AI-driven phishing attacks…
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Blockchain Penetration Testing: Definition, Process, and Tools
Tags: blockchain, cyberattack, exploit, framework, network, penetration-testing, service, tool, vulnerabilityBlockchain Penetration Testing simulates real-world cyberattacks on blockchain systems to identify vulnerabilities before attackers can exploit them. On September 14, 2021, the Solana blockchain network went offline for 17 hours during the Grape Protocol IDO (Initial DEX Offering) due to a Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attack. In distributed blockchain applications, penetration testing frameworks have demonstrated throughput……
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US Seizes $400 Million Linked to Helix Dark Web Crypto Mixer
US authorities take control of over $400 million in crypto, cash, and property tied to Helix, a major darknet bitcoin mixing service used by drug markets. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/us-seizes-400m-helix-dark-web-crypto-mixer/
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SCADA Flaw Enables DoS Condition, Impacting Availability of Affected Systems
A vulnerability affecting the Mitsubishi Electric Iconics Suite, a widely deployed supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system used across industrial sectors, including automotive, energy, and manufacturing. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-0921, carries a CVSS score of 6.5 (Medium severity) and enables attackers to trigger denial-of-service (DoS) conditions on affected systems, compromising operational availability. Vulnerability…
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Can Agentic AI ensure full IAM compliance
Why Are Non-Human Identities Crucial for Cloud Security? Does your organization fully understand the importance of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) in cybersecurity? With a crucial component of cloud security, managing these machine identities effectively can be the key to minimizing risks and ensuring robust access management. Where systems and services interact automatically, establishing a comprehensive strategy……
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Ivanti patches two actively exploited critical vulnerabilities in EPMM
install rpm url [patch_url] command.The RPM_12.x.0.x patch is applicable to EPMM software versions 12.5.0.x, 12.6.0.x, and 12.7.0.x. It is also compatible with the older 12.3.0.x and 12.4.0.x versions. Meanwhile the RPM_12.x.1.x patch is applicable to versions 12.5.1.0 and 12.6.1.0.”The RPM script does not survive a version upgrade,” the company warns. “If after applying the RPM…
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Acumen Cyber Further Strengthens Board with Appointment of Derek Whigham
Acumen Cyber, an engineer powered cyber security service provider, has announced the appointment of Derek Whigham as Non Executive Director and Strategic Advisor, strengthening the company’s leadership team as it continues to scale across the UK. Derek is a globally recognised cyber security and technology leader with more than 28 years of experience across financial…
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Operation Switch Off dismantles major pirate TV streaming services
The latest phase of the global law enforcement action resulted in seizing three industrial-scale illegal IPTV services. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/legal/operation-switch-off-dismantles-major-pirate-tv-streaming-services/
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NIS2: Lieferketten als Risikofaktor
Tags: awareness, ciso, cloud, compliance, cyberattack, cyersecurity, firewall, incident response, monitoring, nis-2, risk, service, software, supply-chain, updateNIS2 verpflichtet CISOs die Sicherheit der Supply Chain stärker in den Blick zu nehmen. Viele Unternehmen investieren heute erhebliche Mittel, um ihre interne IT abzusichern. Firewalls, Monitoring, Incident-Response-Pläne und Awareness-Programme sind etabliert. Gleichzeitig wächst eine gefährliche Illusion: Die Annahme, dass sich Risiken innerhalb der eigenen Systemgrenzen kontrollieren lassen. Die Realität sieht anders aus. Moderne Geschäftsmodelle…
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Sophisticated Malware Lurks In Open VSX Extension With 5,066 Downloads
A malicious VS Code extension in the Open VSX registry that masquerades as the popular Angular Language Service. Published two weeks ago, it amassed 5,066 downloads before activating sophisticated malware. The extension bundles legitimate Angular tooling (@angular/language-service 21.1.0-rc.0) and TypeScript 5.9.3. However, it contains malicious code hidden in the extension/index.js file, posing a severe supply-chain…
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Hugging Face infra abused to spread Android RAT in a large-scale malware campaign
Abuse through smart hosting: Hugging Face is a go-to platform for developers hosting machine learning models, datasets, and tooling. According to Bitdefender, the resource is now being leveraged to mask malicious downloads amidst legitimate activity. While the platform uses ClamAV scanning on uploads, these controls currently fall short of filtering out cleverly disguised malware repositories,…
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China-Linked UAT-8099 Targets IIS Servers in Asia with BadIIS SEO Malware
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new campaign attributed to a China-linked threat actor known as UAT-8099 that took place between late 2025 and early 2026.The activity, discovered by Cisco Talos, has targeted vulnerable Internet Information Services (IIS) servers located across Asia, but with a specific focus on targets in Thailand and Vietnam. The scale of…
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Why Passwordless Authentication Is Critical for Online Learning Student Services
Passwordless authentication reduces risk and friction in online learning. See how passwordless login protects accounts, boosts access, and supports student services. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2026/01/why-passwordless-authentication-is-critical-for-online-learning-student-services/
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The ‘staggering’ cybersecurity weakness that isn’t getting enough focus, according to a top Secret Service official
The internet domain registration system is a major weakness that malicious hackers can exploit, but is often being overlooked, a senior Secret Service official said Thursday. “It is staggering to me that we live in a world where domain registrars and registrars will do bulk registration of various spellings of a major institution’s brand name…
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Inside Real-World SOC Detections: A Practical View of Modern Attack Patterns
Executive Overview Modern cyberattacks rarely appear as a single loud event. Instead, they unfold as low-and-slow sequences across endpoints, networks, and identity platforms. Attackers blend into normal enterprise activity, using legitimate tools, valid credentials, and trusted services to evade traditional detection. This analysis presents real-world attack detections observed in enterprise environments, illustrating how correlated endpoint,…
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Match Group breach exposes data from Hinge, Tinder, OkCupid, and Match
Match Group, the owner of multiple popular online dating services, Tinder, Match.com, Meetic, OkCupid, and Hinge, confirmed a cybersecurity incident that compromised user data. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/match-group-breach-exposes-data-from-hinge-tinder-okcupid-and-match/
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Google Disrupts Major Residential Proxy Network IPIDEA
Google disrupted the IPIDEA network, a major residential proxy service used to hide cybercriminal activity. First seen on esecurityplanet.com Jump to article: www.esecurityplanet.com/threats/google-disrupts-major-residential-proxy-network-ipidea/
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Marquis blames ransomware breach on SonicWall cloud backup hack
Marquis Software Solutions, a Texas-based financial services provider, is blaming a ransomware attack that impacted its systems and affected dozens of U.S. banks and credit unions in August 2025 on a security breach reported by SonicWall a month later. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/marquis-blames-ransomware-breach-on-sonicwall-cloud-backup-hack/
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Latvia says Russia remains its top cyber threat as attacks hit record high
In its annual report released this week, Latvia’s national security service, SAB, said 2025 marked an all-time high in registered cyber threats targeting the country, with activity surging significantly past levels seen before Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/latvia-says-russia-remains-top-cyber-threat-record-attacks
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Aisuru botnet sets new record with 31.4 Tbps DDoS attack
The Aisuru/Kimwolf botnet launched a new massive distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack in December 2025, peaking at 31.4 Tbps and 200 million requests per second. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/aisuru-botnet-sets-new-record-with-314-tbps-ddos-attack/
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Matanbuchus Malware Evolves to Bypass AV Defenses by Swapping Core Components
Matanbuchus is a malicious C++-based downloader that has been sold as Malware-as-a-Service (MaaS) since 2020. Initially known as a simple loader for second-stage payloads, it has steadily evolved into a flexible backdoor platform that is increasingly tied to ransomware operations. In July 2025, researchers observed Matanbuchus version 3.0 in the wild, featuring redesigned components, stronger…
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EU’s answer to CVE solves dependency issue, adds fragmentation risks
Tags: access, ai, china, cisco, cve, cyber, cybersecurity, data, dos, exploit, finance, governance, grc, infrastructure, intelligence, international, nvd, open-source, risk, service, software, threat, tool, vulnerability, vulnerability-managementCoordinated disclosure: Nik Kale, principal engineer and product architect at Cisco Systems, says GCVE’s main challenge comes from building a platform that the security community can rely on for coordinated disclosure and remediation.”Viability depends far more on governance than on the data itself,” Kale says. “That includes clear attribution rules, transparent CNA processes, predictable decision-making,…
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Crooks are hijacking and reselling AI infrastructure: Report
Tags: access, ai, api, attack, authentication, business, cloud, communications, control, credentials, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, endpoint, exploit, firewall, group, infosec, infrastructure, intelligence, Internet, LLM, malicious, marketplace, risk, service, skills, technology, theft, threat, training, vulnerabilityexposed endpoints on default ports of common LLM inference services;unauthenticated API access without proper access controls;development/staging environments with public IP addresses;MCP servers connecting LLMs to file systems, databases and internal APIs.Common misconfigurations leveraged by these threat actors include:Ollama running on port 11434 without authentication;OpenAI-compatible APIs on port 8000 exposed to the internet;MCP servers accessible without…