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Cyber Threat Tactics Shift in 2023: What You Need to Know

Penetration Testing

As the digital landscape evolves, so does the nature of cyber threats. 2023 witnessed a significant shift in the tactics and approaches of cyber attackers, influenced by global conflicts and advancements in technology.

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CVE-2023-7028 & 5356: GitLab Addresses Account Takeover & Command Flaws

Penetration Testing

In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, GitLab, a renowned player in the DevOps field, has recently taken decisive steps to fortify its defenses against a series of critical vulnerabilities.

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Threat Actor “UAC-0099”: Exploiting CVE-2023-38831 Against Ukraine

Penetration Testing

In the digital battlegrounds of modern warfare, a new adversary has emerged, codenamed ‘UAC-0099’ This nefarious cyber threat actor has been actively targeting Ukraine since mid-2022, according to insights from the Deep Instinct Threat... The post Threat Actor “UAC-0099”: Exploiting CVE-2023-38831 Against Ukraine (..)

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New botnet malware exploits zero-day CVE-2023-49897 flaw in routers

Penetration Testing

In the dynamic landscape of cyber threats, a new botnet, “InfectedSlurs,” has emerged, exploiting critical vulnerabilities in FXC Routers to orchestrate a sophisticated Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack network.

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Phemedrone Stealer: Exploiting CVE-2023-36025 for Defense Evasion

Penetration Testing

In a recent discovery, cybersecurity researchers at Trend Micro have unearthed a concerning development in the world of cyber threats.

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Ransomware Surge: 1 in 10 Organizations Targeted Globally in 2023

Penetration Testing

In 2023, the world faced an unprecedented surge in cyber threats, a storm that Check Point Research’s analysis has vividly captured.

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A Penetration Testing Buyer's Guide for IT Security Teams

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The frequency and complexity of cyber threats are constantly evolving. According to Cybersecurity Ventures, the cost of cybercrime is predicted to hit $8 trillion in 2023 and will grow to $10.5 trillion by 2025.