eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Attackers have generated new admin accounts and uploaded malicious JAR files containing web shells using the unauthenticated Openfire Setup Environment, enabling numerous malicious actions. Organizations are advised to patch this vulnerability promptly and take measures to secure their systems to prevent unauthorized access.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Compliance madhav Tue, 09/19/2023 - 05:17 It is essential for any business that stores, processes, and transmits payment card information to comply with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). Consumers’ payment data is a compelling target for criminals who continue to circumvent IT security defenses.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 28, 2023

Install the correct RPM for your version to download and install. OpenFire vulnerability persists Open-source chat server OpenFire has been affected by an authentication bypass vulnerability (CVE-2023-32315) since May. An attacker creates a new admin user and logs into an OpenFire account.

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SC Magazine

APRIL 7, 2021

The new virtual world driven by the COVID-19 pandemic has given bad actors the perfect opportunity to access consumer accounts by leveraging AI and bots to commit fraud like never before. Unfortunately, bad actors will weaponize deepfake technology for fraud as biometric-based authentication solutions are widely adopted.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 16, 2024

The problem: WordPress plugin Popup Builder is vulnerable to exploitation through a flaw that allows attackers to perform administrator-level actions like installing new rogue plugins or creating new admin accounts. The problem: Ivanti announced two vulnerabilities that affect Ivanti Connect Secure VPN and Ivanti Policy Secure products.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 23, 2023

In order to send a message, they could be using spoof email addresses, making use of compromised accounts, or exploiting weak security measures. Downloading an attachment would, for example, infect the target device with a virus, which could enable hackers to gain access to confidential data, credentials, and networks.

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Hacker Combat

JUNE 2, 2022

After a severe ransomware assault has hit them, they devote the necessary time and money to strengthening their cyber security defenses. To reduce the chance of infiltration, use proper security practices such as never browsing links and downloading files from unknown sources. Final Remarks.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 5, 2024

3 Main Types of Firewall Policies 9 Steps to Create a Firewall Policy Firewall Configuration Types Real Firewall Policy Examples We Like Bottom Line: Every Enterprise Needs a Firewall Policy Free Firewall Policy Template We’ve created a free generic firewall policy template for enterprises to download and use.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 6, 2018

New malware and phishing schemes are proving more effective in compromising user credentials along with zero-day attacks that many organizations and their security defenses are simply not prepared for. Additionally, there are aspects of simple certificate authentication that presents security issues in themselves.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Paranoia is a very good thing with web security in general. Be Careful with Downloads Downloads are one of the surest ways to introduce malware into your system. As with phishing emails, the best defense is a well-trained, alert user. Also read: 19 Different Types of Malware Attacks: Examples & Defenses 3.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 20, 2023

Vulnerability scans play a vital role in identifying weaknesses within systems and networks, reducing risks, and bolstering an organization’s security defenses. Download the vulnerability scanner tool and follow the installation instructions.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Alarmingly, this API lacks any form of authentication, allowing virtually anyone, even a malicious website you might visit, to send commands to the CLI. They can be remotely exploited without authentication, potentially enabling remote code execution, service disruptions, and arbitrary operations on the routers. via port 8076.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 27, 2024

GitHub Enterprise Server and GitLab patched their authentication bypass and XSS issues. Check for future updates and be cautious while sharing download links to avoid exploitation. May 21, 2024 GitHub Enterprise Server Update Fixes SAML Authentication Bypass Type of vulnerability: Authentication bypass.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 24, 2024

10 Fundamentals of Cloud Security 5 Common Cloud Security Challenges 5 Common Cloud Security Solutions Bottom Line: Develop a Strong Cloud Security Fundamental Strategy ICP Plugin - body top3 - Category: Country: US --> How Secure Is the Cloud? Evaluate cloud providers’ security features.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

In turn, this has left organizations and individuals far behind in the race to secure defenses appropriately. Highly-persuasive phishing emails , aided by convincing AI-generated text, can trick employees into clicking malicious links, downloading files disguised as malware, or entering credentials into fake logins or landing pages.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 17, 2019

It quietly makes its way past your security defenses into the heart of your data and keeps it hostage until you pay a ransom. This might be your boss, or somebody from HR, IT, or accounting departments. Sometimes it can be an attachment an email urges you to open or download or sensitive information you need to provide.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 9, 2024

We’ve designed a customizable template to help you develop your own SaaS security checklist. Click the image below to download the full template. Click to download Once you’ve finalized your checklist, respond ‘Yes’ to each checklist item if the listed policy, feature, or functionality is available and properly set.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 2, 2023

These flaws require local access, which will most commonly be obtained when a victim downloads other malware to their phone. Read next: Network Protection: How to Secure a Network Weekly Vulnerability Recap – Sept. The problem: Researchers discovered a flaw in the way Cloudflare trusts Cloudflare customers.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

For example, The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requires security features such as encryption to protect patients’ health information. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) requires encryption or equivalent security measures to protect private student records.

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Spinone

MARCH 20, 2019

The best technology cannot account for the actions and specifically the mistakes that humans can make which may totally undermine the solution that technology provides. This is especially true in the world of security.

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SC Magazine

MARCH 29, 2021

Today’s columnist, Yonatan Israel Garzon of Cyberint, says that the online boom during the pandemic has caused serious security issues for online retailers. He says they must tighten up security defenses and improve threat intelligence. Credit: Instatcart. Many threats are far from subtle. This happened to LinkedIn in 2016.

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