Tag: software
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AI Agents Act Like Employees With Root Access”, Here’s How to Regain Control
The AI gold rush is on. But without identity-first security, every deployment becomes an open door. Most organizations secure native AI like a web app, but it behaves more like a junior employee with root access and no manager.From Hype to High StakesGenerative AI has moved beyond the hype cycle. Enterprises are:Deploying LLM copilots to…
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Oracle Issues Critical Update Fixing 309 Vulnerabilities Across Products
Oracle Corporation released its July 2025 Critical Patch Update, addressing a substantial 309 security vulnerabilities across its extensive product portfolio. This quarterly security release represents one of the most comprehensive patches in recent years, affecting dozens of Oracle’s enterprise software solutions and requiring immediate attention from organizations worldwide. The critical update spans Oracle’s entire technology…
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Krass: Microsoft lässt die Cloud des US-Verteidigungsministeriums durch chinesische Software-Ingenieure warten
Es ist eine “Bombe”, die ProPublica da gerade gezündet hat. Microsoft setzt Ingenieure in China ein, um die Computersysteme der Cloud des US-Verteidigungsministeriums zu warten. Es erfolgt nur eine minimale Überwachung durch schlecht qualifiziertes amerikanisches Personal. Microsoft hat bisher alle … First seen on borncity.com Jump to article: www.borncity.com/blog/2025/07/16/krass-microsoft-laesst-die-cloud-des-us-verteidigungsministeriums-durch-chinesische-software-ingenieure-warten/
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Lokale Administratorkonten sind oft übersehene Schwachstellen
Specops Software, ein Unternehmen von Outpost24 und einer der führenden Anbieter für Passwortmanagement und Benutzerauthentifizierung, hat in einer aktuellen Analyse die Passwortsicherheit lokaler Administratorkonten in Unternehmensnetzwerken untersucht. Die Auswertung zeigt: Über 21 % der geprüften Konten verwenden bereits kompromittierte Passwörter. Besonders kritisch sind lokale Administratorzugänge, bei denen häufig identische oder veraltete Passwörter für mehreren Zugänge…
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North Korean Hackers Exploit 67 Malicious npm Packages to Spread XORIndex Malware
Tags: attack, cyber, exploit, hacker, malicious, malware, north-korea, software, supply-chain, threatThe Socket Threat Research Team has discovered a new software supply chain attack that uses a malware loader called XORIndex that had not been previously reported, marking a major uptick in North Korean cyber operations. This activity builds on the Contagious Interview campaign previously detailed in June 2025, which involved the HexEval Loader. The adversaries,…
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The SaaS Security Disconnect: Why Most Organizations Are Still Vulnerable
A new report from AppOmni captures a significant misplaced confidence in the security of software-as-a-service applications and escalating risks associated with these cloud services. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/07/the-saas-security-disconnect-why-most-organizations-are-still-vulnerable/
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140 Millionen Dollar per Bankraub von zu Hause Warum wir über die falschen Einfallstore sprechen
‘Sie hacken nicht mehr, sie loggen sich ein” ist ein oft zitierter Satz zu zeitgenössischen Infiltrationsmethoden von Hackern und das mit Recht: Im Juni verkaufte ein Mitarbeiter eines Software-Dienstleisters für Banken seine Logindaten für 920 Dollar an Cyberkriminelle. Die Hacker wussten genau, wen sie bestechen mussten, denn mit seinen Zugangsdaten und der Verbindungen der […]…
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Apache Tomcat Coyote Flaw Allows Attackers to Launch DoS Attacks
The Apache Software Foundation has revealed a vulnerability in the Tomcat Coyote module, specifically within the Maven artifact org.apache.tomcat:tomcat-coyote, that could enable malicious actors to orchestrate denial-of-service (DoS) attacks. This flaw stems from an uncontrolled resource consumption issue tied to HTTP/2 protocol handling, potentially allowing attackers to overwhelm server resources by manipulating stream concurrency limits.…
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How defenders use the dark web
Tags: access, antivirus, attack, breach, corporate, credit-card, crypto, cyber, cybercrime, dark-web, data, data-breach, email, extortion, finance, fraud, government, group, hacker, healthcare, identity, incident, insurance, intelligence, Internet, interpol, law, leak, lockbit, mail, malware, monitoring, network, phishing, ransom, ransomware, service, software, theft, threat, tool, usa, vpnAttributing attacks to threat actors: When organizations suffer from data breaches and cyber incidents, the dark web becomes a crucial tool for defenders, including the impacted businesses, their legal teams, and negotiators.Threat actors such as ransomware groups often attack organizations to encrypt and steal their data so they can extort them for money, in exchange…
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North Korean Hackers Flood npm Registry with XORIndex Malware in Ongoing Attack Campaign
The North Korean threat actors linked to the Contagious Interview campaign have been observed publishing another set of 67 malicious packages to the npm registry, underscoring ongoing attempts to poison the open-source ecosystem via software supply chain attacks.The packages, per Socket, have attracted more than 17,000 downloads, and incorporate a previously undocumented version of a…
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Attackers Now ‘Scanning Extensively’ for Citrix Bleed 2
Ransomware Group Among Attackers Focused on Exploiting Citrix Netscaler Flaw. Security experts warn that attackers have ramped up their collective attempts to find and exploit Citrix NetScaler devices that remain unpatched. Cloud Security Group patched CVE-2025-5777, a flaw also known as Citrix Bleed 2, nearly four weeks ago with a software update. First seen on…
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The Unusual Suspect: Git Repos
While phishing and ransomware dominate headlines, another critical risk quietly persists across most enterprises: exposed Git repositories leaking sensitive data. A risk that silently creates shadow access into core systemsGit is the backbone of modern software development, hosting millions of repositories and serving thousands of organizations worldwide. Yet, amid the daily hustle of shipping First…
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A software-defined radio can derail a US train by slamming the brakes on remotely
Neil Smith has been trying to get the railroad industry to listen since 2012, but it took a CISA warning to get there First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2025/07/14/train_brakes_flaw/
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PerfektBlue Bug Chain Exposes Cars to Bluetooth Hacking
Bluetooth Flaws in Car Software Could Enable Hijacking of Infotainment Systems. A set of critical Bluetooth flaws in software that helps cars connect to phones and other devices could enable attackers to remotely take control of car infotainment systems used by major automakers including Mercedes-Benz, Skoda and Volkswagen, new research shows. First seen on govinfosecurity.com…
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Check Point erhält BSI-C5-TypTestat für Cloud-Sicherheitslösung
Check Point Software Technologies gibt bekannt, dass es für seine Cloud-Sicherheitslösungen die BSI-C5-Typ-2-Testat erhalten hat. Die Testierung wurde vom Bundesamt für Sicherheit in der Informationstechnik (BSI) nach einer strengen Prüfung erteilt, die die Einhaltung von 114 Sicherheitskontrollen in 17 Anforderungskategorien bestätigte. BSI-C5 (Cloud Computing Compliance Criteria Catalogue) ist ein in Deutschland anerkannter Standard, der Mindestanforderungen…
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WinRAR 0″‘Day Exploit Listed for $80K on Dark Web Forum
A sophisticated zero-day exploit targeting WinRAR, one of the world’s most popular file compression utilities, has surfaced on a dark web marketplace with a hefty price tag of $80,000. The previously unknown remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability affects both the latest and earlier versions of the widely-used software, raising significant concerns for millions of users…
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Hacker Returns $42 Million in Stolen Crypto in Exchange for $5 Million Bounty
A security flaw in the GMX V1 software was made public, causing a significant upheaval in the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem and forcing immediate action to protect user assets. GMX, a prominent perpetual futures trading platform built on blockchain technology, relies on its V1 protocol for liquidity provision through its GLP (GMX Liquidity Provider) token.…
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Veeam ehrt die besten Partner in Deutschland
Veeam Software hat im Rahmen der jährlichen in München die Gewinner der für Deutschland bekannt gegeben. Mit diesen Auszeichnungen werden die außergewöhnlichen Leistungen und das Engagement der Partner innerhalb des Veeam-Pro-Partner-Netzwerks gewürdigt. Sie überzeugen durch erstklassige Lösungen und Support, der weit über das übliche Maß hinausgeht, und stellen damit […] First seen on netzpalaver.de Jump…
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Identity-based attacks lead cybersecurity concerns as AI threats rise and zero trust adoption lags
Identity-based attacks have taken centre stage as the top cybersecurity concern for organisations in the coming year, according to a new survey conducted by Keeper Security at Infosecurity Europe 2025. The leading cybersecurity provider of zero-trust and zero-knowledge Privileged Access Management (PAM) software protecting passwords, passkeys, privileged accounts, secrets and remote connections, found nearly one…
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DeepSeek a threat to national security, warns Czech cyber agency
The AI products from Chinese company DeepSeek present unacceptable national security risks, Czechia said in banning the software from government use. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/deepseek-security-czech-cyber-agency-warning
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Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect Vulnerability Enabling Root-Level Access
Palo Alto Networks has disclosed a significant security vulnerability in its Autonomous Digital Experience Manager software that could allow attackers to gain root-level access on macOS systems. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-0139, affects versions 5.6.0 through 5.6.6 of the software and has been assigned a CVSS base score of 6.3, though the company’s internal scoring…
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Malware-Report Juni 2025
Check Point hat seine Übersicht über Malware-Angriffe im Juni 2025 vorgelegt. Es geht dabei um Trends, welche Ransomware-Gruppen und Malware-Familien am häufigsten beobachtet werden. Der Infostealer Formbook ist für 15 Prozent aller Malware-Attacken in Deutschland verantwortlich. Sicherheitsanbieter Check Point® Software … First seen on borncity.com Jump to article: www.borncity.com/blog/2025/07/11/malware-report-juni-2025/
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Vibe Hacking Not Yet Possible
AI Models Mostly Fail in Full Track of Vulnerability Research to Exploit. The rise of code-illiterate but AI-enabled script kiddies able to wreak havoc by weaponizing software vulnerabilities into automated exploits, thanks to expert-level assistance from large language models, remains but a future possibility, based on exploit-writing tests of 50 LLMs. First seen on govinfosecurity.com…
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Schneider Electric Flaws Expose Systems to OS Command Injection Attacks
Tags: advisory, attack, cyber, data, flaw, injection, monitoring, software, technology, vulnerabilitySchneider Electric, a global leader in industrial technology and sustainability, has issued a critical security notification revealing multiple vulnerabilities in its EcoStruxure IT Data Center Expert (DCE) software, a scalable monitoring solution for data center equipment. Released on July 8, 2025, under document reference SEVD-2025-189-01, the advisory details six severe flaws affecting versions 8.3 and…
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Hackers Exploit GitHub to Distribute Malware Disguised as VPN Software
CYFIRMA has discovered a sophisticated cyberattack campaign in which threat actors are using GitHub to host and disseminate malware masquerading as genuine software. Masquerading as “Free VPN for PC” and “Minecraft Skin Changer,” these malicious payloads are designed to trick users into downloading a dangerous malware dropper named Launch.exe. Hosted on the GitHub repository github[.]com/SAMAIOEC,…
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Why your AppSec Tool Stack Is Failing in the Age of AI
The world of software development is changing fast. AI isn’t just influencing software it’s reshaping how software is written and the components it’s made of. First, AI-generated code is accelerating development. Code is produced faster, in larger volumes, and often without the same level of review or accountability as human-written code. Second, teams are.. First…
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FBI’s CJIS demystified: Best practices for passwords, MFA & access control
FBI’s Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance isn’t optional when handling law enforcement data. From MFA to password hygiene, see how Specops Software helps meet FBI standards while also securing your Windows Active Directory. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/fbis-cjis-demystified-best-practices-for-passwords-mfa-and-access-control/
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FBI’s CJIS demystified: Best practices for passwords, MFA & access control
FBI’s Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance isn’t optional when handling law enforcement data. From MFA to password hygiene, see how Specops Software helps meet FBI standards while also securing your Windows Active Directory. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/fbis-cjis-demystified-best-practices-for-passwords-mfa-and-access-control/
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What Security Leaders Need to Know About AI Governance for SaaS
Generative AI is not arriving with a bang, it’s slowly creeping into the software that companies already use on a daily basis. Whether it is video conferencing or CRM, vendors are scrambling to integrate AI copilots and assistants into their SaaS applications. Slack can now provide AI summaries of chat threads, Zoom can provide meeting…
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Critical Ruckus Wireless Flaws Threaten Enterprise Wi”‘Fi Security
Tags: authentication, cyber, flaw, healthcare, network, remote-code-execution, risk, software, vulnerabilityMultiple critical vulnerabilities discovered in Ruckus Wireless management products pose severe security risks to enterprise networks, with issues ranging from authentication bypass to remote code execution that could lead to complete system compromise. The vulnerabilities affect Virtual SmartZone (vSZ) and Network Director (RND) software used to manage large-scale wireless deployments across schools, hospitals, and smart…