CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 30, 2022

The Work from Home (WfH) culture might do well to the employees, but some companies are disclosing openly that they are witnessing a surge in cyber attacks( mainly data breaches) on their IT infrastructure as their employees are not following basic cyber hygiene of using strong passwords and authenticating their Identity whole accessing networks.

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 3, 2024

In May 2015, KrebsOnSecurity published a brief writeup about the brazen Manipulaters team, noting that they openly operated hundreds of web sites selling tools designed to trick people into giving up usernames and passwords, or deploying malicious software on their PCs. ” A number of questions, indeed. Second I leave country already.

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Krebs on Security

JULY 11, 2023

today released software updates to quash 130 security bugs in its Windows operating systems and related software, including at least five flaws that are already seeing active exploitation. Almost as soon as the patch went out, Apple pulled the software because it was reportedly causing problems loading certain websites.

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Identity IQ

MARCH 2, 2023

Every keystroke, every website you visit, and every password you type is recorded by a piece of software or hardware called a keylogger or keystroke logger. This can be done with a hardware device plugging into your keyboard or software installed on your computer or mobile. Use antivirus software that can detect and block malware.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

They come in all shapes and sizes, lurking in the shadowy corners of the internet. You can also be a good internet citizen by forwarding these scams to the U.S. Keep your devices updated Newsflash: Cybercriminals love exploiting vulnerabilities in outdated software like it’s Black Friday at the cybercrime emporium.

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Identity IQ

MAY 13, 2024

How to Help Protect Yourself from a Data Breach While the threat to your personal security can be extremely unsettling, regular privacy scans, strong passwords and authentication, updated software, and being mindful as to what you share online, are major preventative measures you can practice daily to significantly help mitigate this risk.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Recorded as CVE-2019-16098 , the flaw allows any authenticated user to read and write to arbitrary memory, I/O ports and MSR control registers. Researchers observed one particularly troubling exploit, as BlackByte recently used the vulnerability to jam security solutions such as EDR and antivirus software. sys and RTCore64.sys,

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

This major security weakness can allow unauthenticated attackers to execute code on vulnerable devices through the Internet-exposed J-Web configuration interface. Admins can apply the security updates, upgrade their JunOS software to the current version, or disable Internet access to the J-Web interface to eliminate the attack vector.

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Security Affairs

JULY 22, 2021

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) published a security alert related to the discovery of 13 malware samples on compromised Pulse Secure devices, many of which were undetected by antivirus products. If these services are required, use strong passwords or Active Directory authentication.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2024

Some of the most effective ones you can implement include: Employing employee training and awareness With human error often being the weakest link in any company’s operations, it's vital for nonprofits to educate their staff and volunteers, which includes safe internet practices and recognizing potential threats that exist.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 14, 2022

The Zloader at hand is a botnet made up of computing devices in businesses, hospitals, schools, and homes around the world which is run by a global internet-based organized crime gang operating malware as a service that is designed to steal and extort money. Legal action. We also saw this method recently used against the Strontium group.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 15, 2024

Threats range from severe weaknesses in Ivanti’s VPN appliances to zero-day exploits in popular software such as Palo Alto Networks’ PAN-OS and Telegram’s Windows client. You can strengthen your cybersecurity defenses by using reliable antivirus software, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and virtual private networks (VPNs).

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Malware is one of the biggest threats businesses face, and with nearly a third of all malware coming through the internet and email, businesses and consumers alike need ways to protect themselves. This guide covers the major categories of internet security suites and includes a few of the top options for each. Antivirus Software.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 21, 2022

Using misconfigured multi-factor authentication (MFA) and an unpatched Windows vulnerability, Russian state-sponsored hackers were able to breach a non-governmental organization (NGO) and escalate privileges, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the FBI revealed last week. Also read: Best Patch Management Software.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

level vulnerability involves a lack of validation, which allows attackers to steal Kubernetes API credentials from the ingress controller, compromise the authentication process by modifying settings, and gain access to internal files including service account tokens. CVE-2022-4886 (Path Sanitization Bypass): This 8.8-level The problem: The 9.1

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Adam Levin

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Mobile payment platforms, like Apple Pay and Google Pay, use advanced technology, like fingerprint authentication and tokenization (in which credit card account numbers are replaced by randomly generated numbers) to provide brick-and-mortar shoppers with an added layer of security. Leverage antivirus software. Watch your wallet.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2024

At its core, this tactic revolves around gaming the trust users put in reputable internet services, including search engines, and the familiarity they have with online advertising per se. Its authors created cloned web pages offering to download popular free software, such as the WinSCP file manager.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 9, 2022

Either way, this ransomware-for-hire has been around far longer (in internet terms) than the bulletin may have some believe, having been first seen in September 2021. Review antivirus logs for indications they were unexpectedly turned off. Require administrator credentials to install software. Implement network segmentation.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The problem: Unpatched Citrix NetScaler ADC and Gateway appliances allow attackers to retrieve authentication session cookies and other information stored in buffers. allow for authentication bypass and gain root access to systems. account”) failed to verify secret tokens received for authentication before making API requests.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 11, 2021

“This is a Trojan-type malware that was transmitted via email and illegal software. The software includes illegal Adobe Photoshop 2018, a Windows cracking tool, and several cracked games.” million entries) Opera (2 million entries) Internet Explorer/Microsoft Edge (1.3 “The data was collected from 3.25

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 19, 2023

Founded in 2007, Por t nox began selling a software-based NAC solution to be used in local networks. authentication to gather endpoint information for reporting and enforcement. Since then Portnox continued to add capabilities, launched the first cloud-native NAC in 2017, and now offers a NAC SaaS solution, Portnox Cloud.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 3, 2023

Most of us connect our mobile devices to a Wi-Fi router for internet access, but this connection can leave our network and data vulnerable to cyber threats. The protocol protects your incoming and outgoing internet traffic and makes it difficult for cyber criminals to intercept your data or hack your device.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Based on Ransomlooker, a free Cybernews tool for monitoring the dark web and other hidden areas of the internet, 64% of organizations have already suffered from a ransomware attack. Ensure that your systems are up to date with the latest security patches and software updates. Software vendors frequently release updates to patch bugs.

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SC Magazine

JULY 7, 2021

The second vulnerability is caused by a third-party software component from Redis. flaw, which is caused by improper authentication. If a user claims to have a given identity within the Vue platform, the Redis software does not prove or insufficiently proves the users’ claims are correct.

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IT Security Guru

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

In fact, by 2023, the number of internet users is set to increase by 275% , creating more targets for online banking fraudsters. Another security measure to consider is using two-factor authentication, essentially providing two methods of logging in to ensure that the right person is logging in.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 7, 2021

When the recipient runs the files will install a modified version of RemoteUtilities , a remote administration software. The software connects to command and control servers located in Russia, Germany, and the Netherlands. Upon downloading and opening the archive, an EXE file with a double extension, filename.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 17, 2021

All organizations today face a common challenge: how to preserve the integrity of their IT systems as cloud infrastructure and agile software development take center stage. Twenty years ago it was deemed sufficient to erect a robust firewall and keep antivirus software updated. I’ll keep watch and keep reporting.

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Hot for Security

MARCH 17, 2021

The cyber actors conduct network reconnaissance and execute commands to deactivate antivirus capabilities on targeted systems before deploying the ransomware. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as they are released. Use multifactor authentication where possible. … and others.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Let devices go into sleep mode to allow for automatic software updates. Turn off the internet connection if you will not be using it for an extended period. Additionally, be cautious when adding new friends; verify their authenticity through known offline connections. Be vigilant about duplicate accounts of people you know.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

The technologies for secure remote access can range from VPNs and multi-factor authentication to more advanced access and zero trust controls. As the internet has enabled us to access work, data, and equipment from any location, remote access security has become increasingly crucial.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

How can an industrial recycler safely secure its $400,000 hard drive recertification rack with control software that only runs on Windows XP? Industries with very expensive operational technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) devices, such as healthcare or industrial manufacturing, can be especially vulnerable. Hard-wired partner.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 21, 2020

It also has a list of recommended mitigations for handling Hidden Cobra threats: Maintain up-to-date antivirus signatures and engines. If these services are required, use strong passwords or Active Directory authentication. Restrict users' ability (permissions) to install and run unwanted software applications.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

The report includes MD5 hashes of suspicious ASPX files discovered on compromised Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) servers and a list of commands used by ransomware operators observed by the researchers. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real time detection.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 13, 2022

Securing software shipped externally . Signing software before shipping is important because it’s how customers know they can trust the software when they download it from the internet and install. It answers the question of where the software comes from and if it has been tampered with since it was signed.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 23, 2019

We’ve spent years creating data protection software and here is what we’ve discovered along the way: to protect your company systems and data from ransomware, you need to use multiple strategies and tools at the same time. How does antivirus help against ransomware, you may ask? How does Spin ransomware protection work?

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 6, 2023

While these products may look authentic, they are often ploys designed to trick you into revealing your payment information. Too-good-to-be-true offers: Unrealistically attractive deals are rarely authentic, if ever. Common phishing red flags to look for include typos or low-resolution images.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

Below the list of mitigations: Maintain up-to-date antivirus signatures and engines. See Understanding Patches and Software Updates. If these services are required, use strong passwords or Active Directory authentication. Enforce multi-factor authentication. See Protecting Against Malicious Code.

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