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Ghost Ransomware a Persistent Global Threat to Critical Infrastructure

SecureWorld News

The FBI, CISA, and MS-ISAC have issued a joint cybersecurity advisory warning organizations about Ghost (Cring) ransomware, a sophisticated cyber threat that has been compromising critical infrastructure, businesses, and government entities worldwide. All they need is one successful attempt to gain initial access."

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From Sensors to Servers: End-to-End Security for IoT in Critical Utility Networks

SecureWorld News

In the same way, utilities around the world have experienced service disruptions as ransomware targets back-end systems. Firmware integrity checks: Regularly check that each device's firmware is up to date and verified—especially when outdated firmware is one of the most common entry points for attackers.

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Cybersecurity in Aviation: Rising Threats and Modernization Efforts

SecureWorld News

Most aviation processes are heavily digitized, and in the wake of new cyber threats, airlines and the broader sector must prioritize cybersecurity more than ever before. Ransomware is especially prevalent, with 55% of civil aviation cyber decision-makers admitting to being victims in the past 12 months.

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Unanswered Questions Loom Over Cyber Attacks on M&S, Co-op & Harrods

Jane Frankland

Allegedly orchestrated by the same group known as Scattered Spider, these attacks highlight the significant challenges even the most respected and established brands face in defending against modern cyber threats. Then, the focus of cyber attacks on retailers, and what lessons must be learned by business leaders and customers.

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Your Brother printer might have a critical security flaw - how to check and what to do next

Zero Day

Of those eight flaws, seven can be fully patched with firmware updates. Fujifilm , Ricoh , Toshiba , and Konica Minolta have similarly published advisories and firmware for their affected models. But the big one -- CVE-2024-51978 -- can't be fixed on any device already sitting in your home or office. "Critical" severity.

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Beware the Cyber Ghouls: Spooky Threats Lurking in Digital Shadows

SecureWorld News

Spooky fact : The infamous Mirai botnet attack in 2016 turned more than 600,000 IoT devices into cyber zombies, leading to one of the most significant DDoS attacks in history. Warding off zombies : Regularly update device firmware, patch IoT devices, and monitor for unusual traffic patterns.

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Wyze wants to keep prying eyes away from your cameras with this new feature

Zero Day

How it works When you set up a Wyze camera , your user ID will be digitally stamped onto the camera's firmware. It will be rolled out through an update, so if your Wyze app and camera firmware stay up to date, you'll receive the feature. The camera then digitally stamps that same ID onto every photo, video, and livestream.