Security Affairs

APRIL 12, 2023

SAP April 2023 security updates include a total of 24 notes, 19 of which are new vulnerabilities. SAP fixed two critical bugs that affect the Diagnostics Agent and the BusinessObjects Business Intelligence Platform.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 22, 2023

PaperCut MF/NG contains an improper access control vulnerability within the SetupCompleted class that allows authentication bypass and code execution in the context of system. CVE-2023-27350 (CVSS score – 9.8) – PaperCut MF/NG Improper Access Control Vulnerability.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 24, 2023

PaperCut MF/NG contains an improper access control vulnerability within the SetupCompleted class that allows authentication bypass and code execution in the context of system. The PoC code allows attackers to bypass authentication and execute code on vulnerable PaperCut servers. The issue results from improper access control.

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Security Affairs

MAY 4, 2023

In order to exploit the flaw, an attacker has to upgrade an affected device to a crafted version of the firmware. “This vulnerability is due to a missing authentication process within the firmware upgrade function.” ” reads the advisory published by Cisco.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 31, 2023

and all versions before it, allowing authenticated users, like shop customers or site members, to change the site’s settings and can potentially lead to a complete site takeover. The expert reported that the issue impacts Elementor Pro when it is installed on a site that has WooCommerce activated. The issue impacts version v3.11.6

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 13, 2022

Educate your employees on threats and risks such as phishing and malware. Enforce strong passwords and implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) — by educating users about using a unique password for each account and enforcing higher security for privileged accounts (administrators, root).

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Security Affairs

APRIL 8, 2023

Nominate here: [link] Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook and Mastodon Pierluigi Paganini ( SecurityAffairs – hacking, CISA) The post CISA adds Veritas Backup Exec flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog appeared first on Security Affairs.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 18, 2023

The removal of these repositories should break authentication for panels currently in use. The operators behind the RedLine will be forced to set up new panels to recover their operations. No fallback channels were observed.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 5, 2023

.” The researchers reported the issues to the United States Department of Homeland Security Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), which assigned the following five CVEs: Use of Hard-coded Credentials CWE-798 ( CVE-2023–1748 , CVSS3.0: Improper Authentication Validation CWE-287 ( CVE-2023–1752 , CVSS3.0:

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Security Affairs

APRIL 24, 2023

“With this level of detail, impersonating network or internal hosts would be far simpler for an attacker, especially since the devices often contain VPN credentials or other easily cracked authentication tokens.” ” concludes the report.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 26, 2023

Installations that have not altered the default configured SECRET_KEY according to installation instructions allow for an attacker to authenticate and access unauthorized resources.” The application then validates the signature on the cookie to re-authenticate the user prior to processing the request. ” reads the advisory.

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Security Affairs

MAY 4, 2023

” CERT-UA urges Ukrainian critical organizations using multi-factor authentication for VPN accounts, network segmentation and filtering of incoming, outgoing and inter-segment information flows. The CERT also provided Indicators of Compromise (IoCs) for these attacks.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 15, 2023

It also discovered Siemens leaking four sets of WordPress users, and three sets of backend and authentication endpoint URLs on different endpoints of the affected systems. Backend and authentication endpoint URLs, used to verify users before giving them access, could lead to attackers testing them for vulnerabilities and exploiting them.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 26, 2023

The authenticity of the document was not confirmed, however, this is the first time that a pro-Russia-hacking group execute a disruptive attack against Western critical infrastructure. 15, Zarya shared screenshots with the Federal Security Service — the main successor agency to the K.G.B., “The F.S.B. ” reported the NYT.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 30, 2023

Nominate here: [link] Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook and Mastodon Pierluigi Paganini ( SecurityAffairs – hacking, newsletter ) The post Security Affairs newsletter Round 417 by Pierluigi Paganini – International edition appeared first on Security Affairs.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 11, 2023

” reads the advisory published by the security firm. .” The issue can also be abused to move laterally in the environment and even execute remote code.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 20, 2023

. “76% of organizations don’t enforce MFA [multi-factor authentication] for console users, while 58% of organizations don’t enforce MFA for root/admin users,” the cybersecurity firm said.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 24, 2023

PaperCut MF/NG contains an improper access control vulnerability within the SetupCompleted class that allows authentication bypass and code execution in the context of system. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added it to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog. Last week, the U.S.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 15, 2023

Volvo’s retailer exposed its database’s authentication information, including MySQL and Redis database hosts, open ports and credentials. Exposed sensitive files On February 17, 2023, the Cybernews research team discovered public access to sensitive files hosted on dimasvolvo.com.br

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Security Affairs

MAY 4, 2023

PaperCut MF/NG contains an improper access control vulnerability within the SetupCompleted class that allows authentication bypass and code execution in the context of SYSTEM. The CVE-2023-27350 flaw is a PaperCut MF/NG Improper Access Control Vulnerability.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 3, 2023

’ The shared responsibility model allows application owners to add an authentication function by simply clicking a button. ” The experts discovered that other apps were impacted by the misconfiguration issue, including Mag News, Central Notification Service (CNS), Contact Center, PoliCheck, Power Automate Blog, and COSMOS.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 6, 2023

These bots allows phishers to bypass 2FA (two-factor authentication) protections automatically. Nominate here: [link] Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook and Mastodon Pierluigi Paganini ( SecurityAffairs – hacking, Phishing) The post Phishers migrate to Telegram appeared first on Security Affairs.

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Security Affairs

MAY 16, 2023

As no authentication was required, anybody could access all of the student’s personal information needed to apply to universities. It claims to have a network of over 650 educational institutions worldwide and 80 million users over the last year.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 15, 2022

Researchers discovered a new Golang-based peer-to-peer (P2P) botnet, dubbed Panchan, targeting Linux servers in the education sector since March 2022. Akamai security researchers discovered a new Golang-based P2P Botnet, tracked as Panchan, that is targeting Linux servers that has been active since March 2022. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Centraleyes

JANUARY 21, 2024

As a global trailblazer in information security and data protection regulation, the EU continues to lead the way in comprehensive cybersecurity standards. Educate and Raise Awareness: Board Education and Employee Engagement Make cybersecurity a priority on the management board agenda.

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Security Affairs

MAY 25, 2023

In the most recent campaign, the group targeted organizations in the communications, manufacturing, utility, transportation, construction, maritime, government, information technology, and education sectors. The APT group is using almost exclusively living-off-the-land techniques and hands-on-keyboard activity to evade detection.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 19, 2023

is affected by multiple vulnerabilities that can be exploited by an authenticated, remote attacker to execute code on an affected system or cause vulnerable devices to reload. .” The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) subsystem of Cisco IOS 12.0 through 12.4 through 15.6 and IOS XE 2.2 through 3.17

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 4, 2020

. “The reservoir’s HMI system was connected directly to the internet, without any security appliance defending it or limiting access to it. Furthermore, at the time of the publication, the system did not use any authentication method upon access.” ” reads the blog post published by OTORIO.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 5, 2023

The rapidly evolving threat facing FIs today is that fraudsters have learned how to successfully game Know Your Customer (KYC) and business authentication processes successfully. This is why it’s vital to promote agile and preemptive CyFI exchange between FIs and regulatory oversight agencies.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 26, 2023

The SEABORGIUM group primarily focuses operations on defense and intelligence consulting companies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and intergovernmental organizations (IGOs), think tanks, and higher education. The group also targets former intelligence officials, experts in Russian affairs, and Russian citizens abroad.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

“These operations have targeted various industries, including Aerospace & Defense, Education, Energy & Utilities, Governments, Hospitality, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Retail, Technology, and Transportation. ” reads the joint report. ” continues the report.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

A roundup of UK focused Cyber and Information Security News, Blog Posts, Reports and general Threat Intelligence from the previous calendar month, January 2021. Mimecast confirmed a related certificate compromise after they were informed by Microsoft as part of their investigative efforts. Cyber Security Careers Advice.

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Cisco Security

APRIL 26, 2021

If there’s anyone who’s been put through their paces in the security industry, it’s Helen Patton , our new Advisory Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). And before that she spent about 10 years as a security leader at JPMorgan Chase. CISOs have to be both influencers and educators.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 15, 2022

While you may disagree, data breach studies show that employees and negligence are the most typical causes of security breaches, yet these prevalent issues are least discussed. While there are numerous approaches to promoting a more cyber secure workplace, here are the most common and effective ways: Trick Employees via a Phishing Campaign.

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Notice Bored

OCTOBER 14, 2021

"Information transfer" is another ambiguous, potentially misleading title for a policy, even if it includes "information security". Transmission of information through broadcasting, training and awareness activities, reporting, policies, documentation, seminars, publications, blogs etc.,

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Cisco Security

OCTOBER 24, 2022

This blog is the final in a series focused on M&A cybersecurity, following Dan Burke’s post on Making Merger and Acquisition Cybersecurity More Manageable. Because Cisco is now the ultimate responsible party of that acquisition, we make sure that the acquisition adheres to a minimum level of security policy standards and guidelines.”.

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Security Affairs

MAY 12, 2023

In a phishing attack, an individual receives an email from a sender that seems legitimate with a request to share information, log into a system, or click a link. At this point, the bad actor has access to the information they were after. Training users to be more aware.

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