Tag: software
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6 hard-earned tips for leading through a cyberattack, from CSOs who’ve been there
Tags: attack, awareness, breach, business, cisco, ciso, control, cyber, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, group, incident response, infosec, infrastructure, lessons-learned, military, open-source, phishing, phone, privacy, programming, ransomware, security-incident, service, skills, software, strategy, threat, training, updateDevelop muscle memory, and patience, through simulations: Authority under crisis is meaningless if you can’t establish followership. And this goes beyond the incident response team: CISOs must communicate with the entire organization, a commonly misunderstood imperative, says Pablo Riboldi, CISO of nearshore talent provider BairesDev.”I find that employee involvement tends to be overlooked during cyberattacks.…
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7 Wege, Daten (besser) zu verschlüsseln
Tags: ai, blockchain, business, crypto, dns, encryption, github, healthcare, infrastructure, nist, office, privacy, software, updateVerschlüsseln Sie Ihre Daten zeitgemäß?Das Konzept der Kryptografie existiert schon ein paar Hundert Jahre, wird aber von findigen Wissenschaftlern und Mathematikern immer weiter vorangetrieben. Im Rahmen dieser Entwicklungsarbeit hat sich gezeigt, dass Algorithmen noch viel mehr können, als nur Daten zu schützen: Sie sind auch in der Lage, komplexe Regeln durchzusetzen und die Zusammenarbeit zu…
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Volume of attacks on network devices shows need to replace end of life devices quickly
Tags: access, apache, attack, authentication, best-practice, breach, cloud, control, credentials, cve, cyber, dns, endpoint, espionage, exploit, firewall, flaw, government, group, Hardware, infrastructure, injection, Internet, ivanti, lazarus, macOS, monitoring, network, north-korea, open-source, password, risk, router, russia, sans, service, software, threat, tool, update, vulnerabilityCVE-2023-1389, a vulnerability in TP-Link Archer AX21 router;CVE-2024-3400, a hole in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS firewall operating system;CVE-2023-36845, a vulnerability in Juniper Networks Junos OS operating system;CVE-2021-44529, a vulnerability in Ivanti Endpoint Manager Cloud Service Appliance;CVE-2023-38035, a hole in Ivanti Sentry security gateway;CVE-2024-36401, a vulnerability in OSGeo GeoServer;CVE-2024-0012, a vulnerability in Palo Alto Neworks PAN-OS…
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VMware Workstation auto-updates broken after Broadcom URL redirect
VMware Workstation users report that the software’s automatic update functionality is broken after Broadcom redirected the download URL to its generic support page, triggering certificate errors. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/vmware-workstation-auto-updates-broken-after-broadcom-url-redirect/
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CoffeeLoader Malware Is Stacked With Vicious Evasion Tricks
Next-level malware represents a new era of malicious code developed specifically to get around modern security software like digital forensics tools and EDR, new research warns. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/threat-intelligence/coffeeloader-malware-evasion-tricks
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Cloudguard von Check Point in der NutanixPlatform integriert
Check Point Software Technologies hat die Integration seiner in die Nutanix-Cloud-Platform bekanntgegeben. Mit dieser Einbindung bietet die hauseigene Cloud-Sicherheitsplattform eine umfassende Lösung zur Unterstützung fortschrittlicher Netzwerkarchitekturen, wie Transit-VPC und Tenant-VPC. Check Point will mit dieser Kollaboration den Herausforderungen begegnen, denen sich Unternehmen bei der Migration hin zu Cloud-Infrastrukturen gegenübersehen. Durch die Nutzung […] First seen…
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UK Cybersecurity Weekly News Roundup 31 March 2025
Tags: attack, best-practice, browser, chrome, computing, cryptography, cve, cyber, cybersecurity, exploit, flaw, framework, google, government, healthcare, incident, infrastructure, ransomware, risk, risk-assessment, software, threat, update, vulnerability, zero-dayUK Cybersecurity Weekly News Roundup – 31 March 2025 Welcome to this week’s edition of our cybersecurity news roundup, bringing you the latest developments and insights from the UK and beyond. UK Warned of Inadequate Readiness Against State-Backed Cyberattacks Cybersecurity experts have sounded the alarm over the UK’s growing vulnerability to state-sponsored cyber threats. A…
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Beware! A Fake Zoom Installer Drops BlackSuit Ransomware on Your Windows Systems
Tags: attack, cyber, cybersecurity, exploit, malicious, malware, ransomware, software, threat, windowsCybersecurity analysts have uncovered a sophisticated campaign exploiting a fake Zoom installer to deliver BlackSuit ransomware across Windows-based systems. The attack, documented by DFIR experts, highlights how threat actors are leveraging popular software to deceive unsuspecting victims into installing malware capable of crippling entire networks. The Fake Zoom Installer The malicious activity began with a…
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CrushFTP Vulnerability Lets Hackers Bypass Security and Seize Server Control
A newly disclosed authentication bypass vulnerability (CVE-2025-2825) in CrushFTP file transfer software enables attackers to gain complete control of servers without valid credentials. The vulnerability affects versions 10.0.0 through 11.3.0 of the popular enterprise file transfer solution, exposing organizations to data theft and system compromise. The Exploit: Bypassing Security in 3 Steps Security researchers have…
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VMware distributor Arrow says minimum software subs set to jump from 16 to 72 cores
Claims Broadcom will levy 20 percent penalty for customers who don’t pay before renewal deadlines First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2025/03/28/arrow_vmware_licensing_change/
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How to Implement CMMS Software in Your Organization
Tags: softwareLet’s face it: Rolling out new software across an entire organization can feel like herding cats. Between data… First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/how-to-implement-cmms-software-in-your-organization/
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KI-Sicherheit in der Software-Lieferkette – Maschinelles Lernen: Wer scannt die Scanner?
First seen on security-insider.de Jump to article: www.security-insider.de/jfrog-hugging-face-partnerschaft-sicherheitsrisiken-ki-modelle-a-39163361bb2b7e1bdf541c14db27b666/
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Dangerous npm package ‘patches’ legitimate software with malware
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/news/dangerous-npm-package-patches-legitimate-software-with-malware
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UK Software Firm Fined £3 Million Over Ransomware-Caused Data Breach
The UK ICO has fined Advanced Computer Software Group £3 million ($3.8 million) over a 2022 data breach resulting from a ransomware attack. The post UK Software Firm Fined £3 Million Over Ransomware-Caused Data Breach appeared first on SecurityWeek. First seen on securityweek.com Jump to article: www.securityweek.com/uk-software-firm-fined-3-million-over-ransomware-caused-data-breach/
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Hackers Repurpose RansomHub’s EDRKillShifter in Medusa, BianLian, and Play Attacks
A new analysis has uncovered connections between affiliates of RansomHub and other ransomware groups like Medusa, BianLian, and Play.The connection stems from the use of a custom tool that’s designed to disable endpoint detection and response (EDR) software on compromised hosts, according to ESET. The EDR killing tool, dubbed EDRKillShifter, was first documented as used…
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Konica Minolta verkauft Mehrheitsbeteiligung der Mobotix AG an Certina
Konica Minolta hat den Verkauf seiner 65%igen Beteiligung an der Mobotix AG sowie aller damit verbundenen Gesellschafterdarlehen an die Certina Software Investments AG, eine 100%ige Tochtergesellschaft des in München ansässigen Family Equity Investors Certina Group, bekannt gegeben. Die Certina Software Division der Certina Group ist auf den Auf- und Ausbau von technologiegetriebenen Unternehmen weltweit spezialisiert.…
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7 cutting-edge encryption techniques for reimagining data security
Tags: ai, computer, cryptography, data, dns, encryption, government, ibm, identity, nist, office, privacy, risk, software, technology, trainingPrivate information retrieval: Securing a database is fairly straightforward. Protecting the privacy of the users, however, is a bit more difficult. Private information retrieval algorithms make it possible for people to search the database for specific blocks of data without revealing too much to the database owner.This extra layer of protection relies on scrambling larger…
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Medusa-Ransomware erhöht den Druck auf Opfer mit Countdown-Timern
Check Point Software Technologies veröffentlicht weitere Informationen über die Medusa-Ransomware. Seit Februar 2025 haben die Operationen der Gruppe zugenommen. Mehr als 300 Opfer haben sich bei den US-Behörden gemeldet. Die betroffenen Branchen reichen von Technologie über die Fertigung bis hin zum Bildungs- und Versicherungswesen. Die CISA hat hier eine Liste von Empfehlungen veröffentlicht, die Sicherheitsverantwortliche…
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Ransomwared NHS software supplier nabs £3M discount from ICO for good behavior
Data stolen included checklist for medics on how to get into vulnerable people’s homes First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2025/03/27/ransomwared_nhs_software_supplier_nabs/
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Advanced Software fined £3m over LockBit attack
The ICO has issued a £3m fine to software provider Advanced in the wake of security failings that led to significant disruption to NHS customers in a ransomware attack First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366621298/Advanced-Software-fined-3m-over-LockBit-attack
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NetApp SnapCenter Flaw Could Let Users Gain Remote Admin Access on Plug-In Systems
A critical security flaw has been disclosed in NetApp SnapCenter that, if successfully exploited, could allow privilege escalation.SnapCenter is an enterprise-focused software that’s used to manage data protection across applications, databases, virtual machines, and file systems, offering the ability to backup, restore, and clone data resources.The vulnerability, tracked as First seen on thehackernews.com Jump to…
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UK fines software provider £3.07 million for 2022 ransomware breach
The UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has fined Advanced Computer Software Group Ltd £3.07 million over a 2022 ransomware attack that exposed the sensitive personal data of 79,404 people, including National Health Service (NHS) patients. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/uk-fines-software-provider-307-million-for-2022-ransomware-breach/
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CoffeeLoader: A Brew of Stealthy Techniques
IntroductionZscaler ThreatLabz has identified a new sophisticated malware family that we named CoffeeLoader, which originated around September 2024. The purpose of the malware is to download and execute second-stage payloads while evading detection by endpoint-based security products. The malware uses numerous techniques to bypass security solutions, including a specialized packer that utilizes the GPU, call…
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VMware sues Siemens for allegedly using unlicensed software
As rumors swirl about a new 72-core minimum vSphere license requirement First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2025/03/26/vmware_sues_siemens_for_using/
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The 7 technology trends that could replace passwords
230M stolen passwords met complexity requirements”, and were still compromised. Passwords aren’t going away for now, but there are new technologies that may increasingly replace them. Learn more from Specops Software about how to protect your passwords. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/the-7-technology-trends-that-could-replace-passwords/
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Malicious npm Package Modifies Local ‘ethers’ Library to Launch Reverse Shell Attacks
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered two malicious packages on the npm registry that are designed to infect another locally installed package, underscoring the continued evolution of software supply chain attacks targeting the open-source ecosystem.The packages in question are ethers-provider2 and ethers-providerz, with the former downloaded 73 times to date since it was published on First seen…
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Public Accounts Committee calls out legacy IT
Unsupported and out-of-date software and hardware are hindering the government’s artificial intelligence plans for the public sector First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366621126/Public-Accounts-Committee-calls-out-legacy-IT