Security Boulevard

MARCH 1, 2022

Millions of Samsung Android Phones Shipped with Encryption Flaw [Report]. An IV (initialization vector) reuse attack can adversely impact encryption randomization. AES with Galois/Counter Mode (AES-GCM) is an authenticated encryption algorithm. Bane of encryption. Proper Encryption Strategies.

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Schneier on Security

AUGUST 1, 2018

The UK's GCHQ delivers a brutally blunt assessment of quantum key distribution: QKD protocols address only the problem of agreeing keys for encrypting data. QKD technology cannot replace the flexible authentication mechanisms provided by contemporary public key signatures. I agree with them.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 5, 2023

From social media platforms to online shopping and banking, we share a wealth of personal information that can be vulnerable to misuse or exploitation. Enable 2FA whenever available, especially for sensitive accounts like email, banking, and social media. This helps prevent unauthorized access even if your password is compromised.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 8, 2019

No matter how reliant we ultimately become on cloud storage and streaming media, it’s hard to image consumers ever fully abandoning removable storage devices. Related: Marriott reports huge data breach Ever thought about encrypting the data held on a portable storage device? Jay Kim, co-founder and CEO DataLocker, did.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

In cases, full disk encryption is a necessary feature. Encrypted data provides an obstacle and a layer of risk mitigation against loss since the data is not easily readable without the right encryption key. Encrypted data involves both data in transit and data at rest. Top Full Disk Encryption Software of 2021.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 12, 2024

According to researchers, the leak revealed an authentication server with login details and information on Liquipedia’s users along with authentication details for Liquipedia admins. Exposed information included social media secrets, pieces of sensitive information that authorize access to an environment, and private RSA keys.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

Threat actors are distributing the GravityRAT remote access trojan masqueraded as an end-to-end encrypted chat application named SoSafe Chat. Threat actors are distributing the GravityRAT RAT masqueraded as an end-to-end encrypted chat application named SoSafe Chat. ” Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

But to do this the Nothing Chats application is required to send your Apple ID credentials to its servers, so it can authenticate on your behalf. Which is not what Nothing promised: All Chats messages are end-to-end encrypted, meaning neither we nor Sunbird can access the messages you’re sending and receiving.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 26, 2021

MACsec, defined by IEEE standard 802.1AE , delivers line-rate encryption throughput for high-speed Ethernet and plays a key role in authenticating and encrypting packets between two MACsec-capable devices at Layer 2. Supports benchmark encryption throughput under a realistic traffic mix in cloud and data center workloads.

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Errata Security

JANUARY 28, 2020

The report says: analysis revealed that the suspect video had been delivered via an encrypted downloader host on WhatsApp’s media server. Due to WhatsApp’s end-to-end encryption , the contents of the downloader cannot be practically determined. Now let's talk about "end-to-end encryption". Here's an example.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 29, 2023

A critical authentication bypass flaw in miniOrange’s WordPress Social Login and Register plugin, can allow gaining access to any account on a site. Instead of requiring visitors to waste time filling out the typical registration form, it allows them to register/login to a website using their social media profiles.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 5, 2022

OpenSSL Patches New Bug Targeting Encryption [Lessons from Heartbleed]. A flaw in the encryption algorithm used to underpin OpenSSL was exploited, triggering an infinite number of requests when certain input value(s) are used. “The Encryption must be encrypted. Concerned About Social Media Hijacks? Related Posts.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 21, 2021

And PKI , of course, is the behind-the-scenes authentication and encryption framework on which the Internet is built. PKI is the framework by which digital certificates get issued to authenticate the identity of users; and it is also the plumbing for encrypting data moving across the Internet. Achieving high assurance.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Public Wi-Fi users are prime targets for MITM attacks because the information they send is often not encrypted, meaning it’s easy for hackers to access your data. Look for the “https” in the website’s URL—it means there’s some level of encryption. Most browsers will alert you if a site isn’t secure.

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Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

In November 2022, the password manager service LastPass disclosed a breach in which hackers stole password vaults containing both encrypted and plaintext data for more than 25 million users. LastPass disclosed that criminal hackers had compromised encrypted copies of some password vaults, as well as other personal information.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 4, 2023

Enable Two-Factor Authentication: Two-factor authentication is an extra layer of secu-rity that requires you to enter a code sent to your phone or email, in addition to your password. 3. Use a VPN: A Virtual Private Network (VPN) encrypts your internet traffic, making it difficult for anyone to spy on your online activities.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 13, 2022

And the highlight in the discovery was a Saudi Prince using the NSO Group built software to spy on Amazon Chief Jeff Bezos and leaking his personal life details as texts and photos to the media. It uses a secure encryption node, allowing users to receive and send messages that are digitally signed with the help of a private key.

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 14, 2024

When set up and configured correctly – using encrypted connections and robust authentication mechanisms – hybrid cloud solutions ensure that secure data transmission between the on-premises and cloud environments takes place. Implementing multi-factor authentication is vital too.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 3, 2023

To help stay protected and ensure their information remains safe, military members should consider using lockable filing cabinets, shredding documents, and using encrypted digital storage. Military personnel should consider enabling two-factor authentication for their email, banking, and social media accounts.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

The remote developer’s PC was reportedly compromised via a remote code execution vulnerability in a third-party media player, which was exploited to deploy a keylogger. After this, the attacker was able to wait until the employee entered their master password and authenticated themselves with multi-factor authentication.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 30, 2024

Failure to enforce security regulations and implement appropriate encryption may result in accidental data exposure. 8 Common Cloud Storage Security Risks & Mitigations Cloud storage risks include misconfiguration, data breaches, insecure interfaces, DDoS attacks, malware, insider threats, encryption issues, and patching issues.

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 6, 2021

From there, the bad guys can reset the password of any account to which that mobile number is tied, and of course intercept any one-time tokens sent to that number for the purposes of multi-factor authentication. Usually, this is a mobile app like Authy or Google Authenticator that generates a one-time code.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 16, 2018

” The report states the BMDS did not implement security controls such as multifactor authentication, vulnerability assessment and mitigation, server rack security, protection of classified data stored on removable media, encrypting transmitted technical information, physical facility security such as cameras and sensors.

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Krebs on Security

JANUARY 30, 2024

The missives asked users to click a link and log in at a phishing page that mimicked their employer’s Okta authentication page. Those who submitted credentials were then prompted to provide the one-time password needed for multi-factor authentication. A booking photo of Noah Michael Urban released by the Volusia County Sheriff.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 21, 2022

Organizations primarily use AD to perform authentication and authorization. NTLM is the successor to the authentication protocol in Microsoft LAN Manager (LANMAN). NTLM is the successor to the authentication protocol in Microsoft LAN Manager (LANMAN). NTLM is short for New Technology LAN Manager. NTLM relay attack.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 24, 2022

The streaming media platform Plex is urging its users to reset passwords after threat actors gained access to its database. Plex is an American streaming media service and a client–server media player platform. Exposed data includes emails, usernames, and encrypted passwords.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The problem: CVE-2024-22245 and CVE-2024-22250 put Windows domains vulnerable to authentication relay and session hijack attacks. The fix: System administrators must remove both the in-browser plug-in/client (VMware Enhanced Authentication Plug-in 6.7.0) and the Windows service (VMware Plug-in Service). and iPadOS 17.3.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Then the attackers exploited a flaw in a third-party media software package to target the firm. “This was accomplished by targeting the DevOps engineer’s home computer and exploiting a vulnerable third-party media software package, which enabled remote code execution capability and allowed the threat actor to implant keylogger malware.”

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Security Affairs

JUNE 21, 2021

The agency also recommends implementing layer 2 protections, implementing authentication mechanisms for all UC/VVoIP connections and implementing an effective patch management process. The NSA recommends using VLANs to limit lateral movement between UC/VVoIP systems and the data network, and to place access controls on the type of traffic.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 6, 2020

Simply taking a pause from email and social media in favor of a good book or conversation is known to increase your mood and life satisfaction. Technology such as encryption will provide the last and most important layer of defense for data, rendering it useless if hackers break in. Secure encryption keys. Pass on passwords.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

With these tools, all passwords for an account are stored in a unique, encrypted vault only accessible using a key that the individual user possesses. Multi-factor authentication. This solution offers true two-factor authentication and impressive encryption capabilities. True two-factor authentication. Travel Mode.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Privacy In the last year, the UK’s Online Safety Act attempted to challenge the status quo for social media and messaging companies. We have seen news of ChatGPT leaking user’s information and law enforcement asking for backdoors in encryption routines.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

. “In March 2023, cyber actors used the software vulnerabilities of security authentication and network-linked systems in series to gain unauthorised access to the intranet of a target organisation.” The state-sponsored hackers compromised the website of a media outlet and deployed malicious scripts into an article.

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Hot for Security

MARCH 29, 2021

platform or River City Media. and River City Media data breaches. Who is River City Media, and what information was exposed in the breach? River City Media (RCM) is a US-based email marketing company that made headlines in March 2017 after exposing 1.4 You probably don’t recall creating an account on the Verifications.io

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Use a virtual private network, also known as a VPN , to encrypt your online communications and help protect against hackers. Use Two-Factor Authentication Enable two-factor authentication for your online accounts. Limit Social Media Sharing Be cautious about sharing travel plans on social media.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 12, 2024

Sample access restriction from SolarWinds’ access rights management dashboard Encrypt Data This practice entails using data encryption tools to keep sensitive data confidential and safe from illegal access or exploitation, even if the device is lost or stolen.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 4, 2023

Xplain hack impacted the Swiss cantonal police and Fedpol Zyxel published guidance for protecting devices from ongoing attacks Kimsuky APT poses as journalists and broadcast writers in its attacks New Linux Ransomware BlackSuit is similar to Royal ransomware CISA adds Progress MOVEit Transfer zero-day to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog (..)

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