Anton on Security

APRIL 13, 2023

This is my completely informal, uncertified, unreviewed and otherwise completely unofficial blog inspired by my reading of our sixth Threat Horizons Report ( full version ) that we just released ( the official blog for #1 report , my unofficial blogs for #2 , #3 , #4 and #5 ). a useful reminder to, well, not do that!] “One

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Anton on Security

AUGUST 8, 2023

This is my completely informal, uncertified, unreviewed and otherwise completely unofficial blog inspired by my reading of our seventh Threat Horizons Report ( full version ) that we just released ( the official blog for #1 report , my unofficial blogs for #2 , #3 , #4 , #5 and #6 ).

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

If you’re a small business looking for the secret sauce to cybersecurity, the secret is out: start with a cybersecurity policy and make the commitment to security a business-wide priority. The average cost of a cybersecurity breach was $4.45 The average cost of a cybersecurity breach was $4.45 Adequate IT compliance.

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Anton on Security

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

This is my completely informal, uncertified, unreviewed and otherwise completely unofficial blog inspired by my reading of our eighth Threat Horizons Report ( full version ) that we just released ( the official blog for #1 report , my unofficial blogs for #2 , #3 , #4 , #5 , #6 and #7 ). as usual, shocking but not surprising.

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Duo's Security Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2023

In today’s blog, we’re unpacking why MFA is a cornerstone topic in this year’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month and how it can keep your organization safe from potentially devastating cyber attacks. Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) protects your environment by guarding against password weaknesses with strong authentication methods.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 4, 2022

GitLab addresses a critical security vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2022-1680, that could be exploited by an attacker to take over users’ accounts. GitLab has fixed a critical security flaw in its GitLab Enterprise Edition (EE), tracked as CVE-2022-1680 (CVSS score 9.9), that could be exploited to take over an account.

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Heimadal Security

AUGUST 17, 2023

In a sweeping global campaign, LinkedIn users are falling victim to a surge of account hijacks, leaving many locked out or held at ransom by threat actors.

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Heimadal Security

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Cybersecurity researchers spotted a new ‘Ducktail’ phishing campaign that spreads Windows information-stealing malware written in PHP and uses it to steal Facebook accounts, browser data, and cryptocurrency wallets. Using social […].

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Anton on Security

JANUARY 3, 2023

This is my completely informal, uncertified, unreviewed and otherwise completely unofficial blog inspired by my reading of our fifth Threat Horizons Report ( full version ) that we just released ( the official blog for #1 report , my unofficial blogs for #2 , #3 and #4 ). Now, go and read the report!

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Heimadal Security

DECEMBER 14, 2022

The post GoTrim Botnet Goes After WordPress Admin Accounts appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. Compromise means potential security risks, including malware deployment and injection of scripts that steal credit card information, being capable of impacting millions, depending on the popularity of the breached sites.

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Heimadal Security

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Instagram users might have taken the greatest Halloween scare ever yesterday after they found themselves unable to access their accounts for a while. Users started experiencing login issues yesterday, some of them even being informed that their accounts have been suspended, without a trace of a legitimate reason behind the ban.

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Heimadal Security

OCTOBER 13, 2022

A WhatsApp clone app called “YoWhatsApp” has been found stealing access keys for users’ accounts. The post WhatsApp Clone Caught Stealing Users’ Accounts appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. The post WhatsApp Clone Caught Stealing Users’ Accounts appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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Heimadal Security

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Outlook and Thunderbird accounts are being targeted by a new info stealer malware known as StrelaStealer. The post Outlook and Thunderbird Accounts Threatened by StrelaStealer appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. Distribution and Execution Earlier this month, researchers from DCSO […].

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Heimadal Security

OCTOBER 28, 2022

The American news outlet New York Post confirmed today that it was hacked after threat actors used their website and Twitter account to publish offensive headlines and tweets directed at U.S. The post New York Post Website and Twitter Account Hacked appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. politicians. What Happened?

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Security Affairs

MAY 30, 2022

Experts warn of a new ongoing WhatsApp OTP scam that could allow attackers to hijack users’ accounts through phone calls. Recently CloudSEK founder Rahul Sasi warned of an ongoing WhatsApp OTP scam that could allow threat actors to hijack users’ accounts through phone calls. To nominate, please visit:?. Pierluigi Paganini.

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ZoneAlarm

MARCH 13, 2023

A fake ChatGPT extension named “Quick access to ChatGPT” has been found to hijack Facebook business accounts. The extension injects malicious code into the Facebook pages of targeted businesses, allowing attackers to gain unauthorized access to the accounts and take over their management functions.

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Heimadal Security

MARCH 25, 2022

A new wave of social engineering attacks has been targeting Morgan Stanley client accounts as Morgan Stanley’s wealth and asset management subsidiary claims. The post Social Engineering Attacks Target Morgan Stanley Client Accounts appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. Vishing means that […].

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Heimadal Security

AUGUST 2, 2023

The American clothing company Hot Topic announced they identified suspicious login activity on a series of Reword accounts. The investigation revealed that unauthorized […] The post Hot Topic Announces Potential Data Breach Due to Stolen Account Credentials appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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Heimadal Security

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Researchers have recently discovered a new phishing scam focused on stealing information and locking out over 125 high-profile TikTok accounts belonging to influencers, brand consultants, production companies, and influencers’ managers. How Did It Happen?

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Heimadal Security

AUGUST 30, 2022

The malicious actors have stolen data about student loan accounts from Oklahoma Student Loan Authority (OSLA) and EdFinancial, two clients of Nelnet Servicing. People Had Their Student Loan Accounts Data Stolen appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. The post 2.5M

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Adam Levin

JANUARY 18, 2019

The breached data, dubbed “Collection #1” by cybersecurity expert Troy Hunt , is more than 87 gigabytes and contains roughly 773 million email address and 21 million unique passwords. Hunt transferred the compromised emails and passwords to the website haveibeenpwned.com , where users can check to see if their account data was compromised.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 11, 2023

A flaw in Microsoft Azure could be exploited by attackers to gain access to storage accounts, perform lateral movements, and even execute remote code. Researchers from the security firm Orca demonstrated how to abuse Microsoft Azure Shared Key authorization to gain full access to storage accounts and potentially critical business assets.

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Security Affairs

MAY 3, 2023

Google announced the introduction of the passwordless secure sign-in with Passkeys for Google Accounts on all platforms. Google is rolling out the passwordless secure sign-in with Passkeys for Google Accounts on all platforms. In 2022, Google announced it would begin work to support passkeys on its platform to replace passwords.

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Spinone

OCTOBER 10, 2019

Cybersecurity is one of the most dynamic and quick-changing industries. The best way to stay up-to-date with the recent trends is by reading the top cybersecurity blogs. Here’s our list of the best cybersecurity blogs to read and follow. The blog has sections for both individual and business users.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 16, 2023

Microsoft warns of a new Remcos RAT campaign targeting US accounting and tax return preparation firms ahead of Tax Day. Tax Day, Microsoft has observed a new Remcos RAT campaign targeting US accounting and tax return preparation firms. Ahead of the U.S. The phishing attacks began in February 2023, the IT giant reported. LNK) files.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

By: Igor Volovich, VP, Compliance Strategy The release of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0 marks a significant evolution in the landscape of cybersecurity standards and practices. Calls for Greater Strategic Focus, Transparency, Accountability appeared first on Qmulos. This addition reflects […] The post NIST CSF 2.0

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Heimadal Security

DECEMBER 2, 2022

A malware campaign designed for Android devices is aiming to steal Facebook accounts users and passwords and has already infected more than 300,000 devices. The post Schoolyard Bully Trojan Is After Facebook Users’ Accounts appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 27, 2023

This March, Women’s History Month, we shared the legacy of Grace Hopper and her trailblazing innovations in software development and computing, highlighted the must-watch webinars by in cybersecurity and met with cyber newcomer and (ISC)² Candidate Nidhi Kannoujia on the (ISC)² Blog.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 3, 2022

Weekly Blog Post. At The Corner Of Cyber And Blog. Cybersecurity people each day work like doctors hours for half the pay, yet carry more burden, stress, and anxiety than most professions. All company employees should have “ a corporate-wide cybersecurity resource added” to each job description. What happened, people?”.

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Heimadal Security

JUNE 14, 2021

Intuit has informed TurboTax clients that some of their private and financial information was accessed by threat actors following what seems to be a sequence of account takeover attacks. The post Intuit Clients Warned of Hacked TurboTax Accounts appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. Intuit Inc.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 28, 2023

However, as AI continues to advance, it brings with it a new set of cybersecurity risks and challenges. In this blog, we will delve into the potential risks associated with AI and the importance of implementing robust cybersecurity measures to safeguard against these threats.

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Heimadal Security

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

New Malware Hijacks YouTube and Facebook Accounts appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. After they get S1deload Stealer on the victim`s device and obtain a connection to the command-and-control server, threat actors instruct it to perform a task.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

In the third quarter of 2022, the four universal cyberattack drivers were accounted for: war, religion, politics and money. The post This was 3rd Quarter 2022 — A Cybersecurity Look Back appeared first on Radware Blog. The post This was 3rd Quarter 2022 — A Cybersecurity Look Back appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Heimadal Security

MAY 4, 2022

As evidenced by multiple ongoing operations carried out by cybercriminals, phishing emails are increasingly targeting verified Twitter accounts with emails intended to collect their login information. On Twitter, a blue tick next to a user’s name indicates that the account has been verified. The post Watch Out!

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Heimadal Security

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

It encrypts the files of victims and demands payment, but it also steals the Discord accounts of infected users—a double-edged sword. The post New Ransomware Trick: Encrypting Files Then Stealing Discord Accounts appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. How Does The Virus Work? First, AXLocker encrypts your files.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2023 – What it is and why we should be aware madhav Tue, 10/03/2023 - 05:33 The inception of Cybersecurity Awareness Month in 2004 came at a critical juncture in our technological history. As we are well and truly in the digital-first age, the need for robust cybersecurity measures is glaringly evident.

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Heimadal Security

OCTOBER 12, 2022

An open registration process allows anyone to set up an account, buy a monthly subscription, and start their own phishing campaigns. The post Cybersecurity Researchers Warn About the Dangers of `Caffeine` appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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