Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

The ICRC said the hacked servers contained data relating to the organization’s Restoring Family Links services, which works to reconnect people separated by war, violence, migration and other causes. .” In their online statement about the hack (updated on Feb. Image: Ke-la.com. ” Update, 2:00 p.m., ” On Jan.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 2, 2022

There exists a class of tiny and highly maneuverable devices that introduce a variety of cybersecurity risks you probably haven’t considered before. and that Wi-Fi or Radio Frequency (RF) signals used by drone platforms are properly encrypted against eavesdropping or manipulation. Market overview. Dronesploit.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 4, 2022

They are often unaware of the risks they take on, which can include hacking, fraud, phishing, and more. To protect against these attacks, businesses need to implement a wide range of strong API security measures such as authentication, authorization, encryption, and vulnerability scanning. Related: Using employees as human sensors.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 21, 2022

” Also read: Cybersecurity Employment in 2022: Solving the Skills Gap. “Certifications range from penetration testers , government/industry regulatory compliance , ethical hacking , to industry knowledge,” he said. Also read: How to Get Started in a Cybersecurity Career. CompTIA Security+.

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Hot for Security

APRIL 19, 2021

Notorious FIN7 gang stole payment card details from retailers around the world Cybercrime gang posed as penetration testing firm to recruit hackers. FIN7 operated a front company called Combi Security, which claimed to offer penetration testing services.

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Cisco Security

APRIL 19, 2021

The cybersecurity industry is hiring. million cybersecurity jobs would be available but go unfilled by 2021. million trained professionals to fill all available cybersecurity positions—a 62% increase of the global cybersecurity workforce. (ISC)2 million cybersecurity positions remained open at the end of last year.

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Security Affairs

MAY 9, 2021

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has published an analysis of the FiveHands ransomware that was recently detailed by FireEye’s Mandiant. UNC2447 extortion activity employed the FIVEHANDS ransomware, the threat actors aggressively threatened victims to disclose their hack on the media to sell the data on hacker forums.

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Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

State-sponsored hacking is a growing concern, with governments using cyberattacks to gather intelligence, disrupt infrastructure, or compromise national security. Hacktivism and Ideological Motives Hacktivism refers to hacking activities undertaken for ideological or political reasons.

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NetSpi Executives

MARCH 26, 2024

Mainframe Penetration Testing is a Scarce Skillset SHARE Orlando 2024 was the first time I had the opportunity to experience a mainframe event, and it was an excellent introduction to the mainframe community at large with representation from organizations worldwide occupying the mainframe space.

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NetSpi Executives

MARCH 26, 2024

Mainframe Penetration Testing is a Scarce Skillset SHARE Orlando 2024 was the first time I had the opportunity to experience a mainframe event, and it was an excellent introduction to the mainframe community at large with representation from organizations worldwide occupying the mainframe space.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 12, 2023

Cybersecurity experts are in high demand as the reliance on digital infrastructure continues to grow. Cybersecurity professionals are increasingly turning to online courses to earn their credentials, helping them stand out from the crowd and keep pace with an ever-changing industry. Why are cybersecurity certifications important?

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Editor’s note: I recently had the chance to participate in a discussion about the overall state of privacy and cybersecurity with Erin Kapczynski, OneRep’s senior vice president of B2B marketing. How did you first get interested in cybersecurity as a career? Erin: So, let’s get started. What drew you to this field?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 19, 2022

We’ve spoken with several cybersecurity experts to hear their insights about this breach. If companies want to stand up to data-related extortion then data-in-use encryption is the technology of choice for unmatched immunity. Neil Jones, director of cybersecurity evangelism, Egnyte. ” Tim Prendergrast, CEO, strongDM.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 16, 2023

An attacker can exploit the SQL injection vulnerabilities in the MOVEit Transfer solution to steal sensitive information The vulnerabilities were discovered by researchers from the cybersecurity firm Huntress. The Clop ransomware gang claims to have hacked hundreds of companies by exploiting the above issue.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 20, 2018

Vulnerability scanning and penetration testing can help to identify weaknesses and areas where networks have not been configured correctly. Encrypt your data. Finally, it is good practice to encrypt your data. Exposures can then be addressed and rectified before they are exploited by criminals.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Looking at the disastrous Colonial Pipeline hack as a glaring example of the importance of stringent safeguards—not to mention the growth in ransomware attacks on enterprises—implementing robust security measures is a must. Logs should be monitored regularly by appointed IT professionals for anomalies.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 14, 2023

Encryption will regularly be used to protect the data from interception. Often auditing will be performed through the review of networking logs, but penetration testing and vulnerability scanning can also be used to check for proper implementation and configuration.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 18, 2023

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Multi-State Information Sharing & Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) released a joint advisory that provides indicators of compromise (IOCs) and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) associated with the notorious LockBit 3.0

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 6, 2023

“The first mistake we see on a regular basis is accepting the misconception that internal IT staff or an MSP (managed service provider) are responsible for or have the resources to conduct cybersecurity operations. Organizations face downtime, data loss, reputation, consumer confidence, civil lawsuits, and ransomware.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 22, 2021

According to the experts, the first infections were observed in late 2019, victims reported their files were encrypted by a strain of malware. locked to the filename of the encrypted files. SecurityAffairs – hacking, PYSA). The malicious code appended the extension. This new version used the. Pierluigi Paganini.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Data Protection Users must employ encryption for data in transit and at rest. Users are required to ensure encryption of sensitive data within applications and during transmission. Providers handle the encryption of data within the application, with users typically overseeing access to their data.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The authors recommend security measures such as encryption, auditing, and red team testing before AI deployment in clinics. They warn healthcare organizations to rigorously vet these systems since any hacking or manipulation could endanger patients. NIST post from Feb. See the agenda and register for free here.

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Krebs on Security

MAY 11, 2021

From today we introduce moderation and check each company that our partners want to encrypt to avoid social consequences in the future.” “Now our team and partners encrypt many companies that are trading on NASDAQ and other stock exchanges,” DarkSide explains. We’re looking for one person or a team.

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Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 8, 2020

There’s an old adage in information security: “Every company gets penetration tested, whether or not they pay someone for the pleasure.” ” Many organizations that do hire professionals to test their network security posture unfortunately tend to focus on fixing vulnerabilities hackers could use to break in.

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Pen Test

OCTOBER 12, 2023

About the Author: Larbi OUIYZME Cybersecurity Consultant and Licensed Ham Radio Operator since 1988 with prefix CN8FF, deeply passionate about RF measurement, antennas, satellites, Software-defined radio, Digital Mobile Radio and RF Pentesting. It offers strong encryption and is considered secure for most applications.

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Spinone

OCTOBER 27, 2020

With each passing year, cybersecurity threats grow more prevalent, advanced, and ominous for your business. IBM’s “ 2019 Cost of a Data Breach Report ” details the costs that come from a data breach as a result of various cybersecurity risks. What is a cybersecurity risk assessment? Why is it important?

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 10, 2021

Because many powerful SQL injection tools are available open-source , your organization must test your applications before strangers do. . Also Read: Best Penetration Testing Software for 2021. . Several cybersecurity vendors and open source developers offer automatic SQL injection tools to identify potential vulnerabilities.

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Security Affairs

JULY 3, 2023

These cyberattacks can gain unauthorized access to systems, steal or encrypt data, or delete valuable information. Encrypting physical storage devices, and following industry guidelines for the storage and transport of these physical devices is a good way to mitigate data theft and loss. Use encryption to protect sensitive data.

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Herjavec Group

AUGUST 26, 2021

In the past 18 months, we’ve experienced the beginning of an era that has seen cybersecurity and cybercrime at the center of it all. Since the pandemic began, cybersecurity has been named a top priority for national security and we’ve witnessed some of the largest, and most destructive cyber breaches in history.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

And this often happens when the hacker, the so-called threat actor, starts encrypting the computer systems. Encrypting computer systems can bring business operations to a standstill, partially because attacks usually occur when the company is least ready to respond e.g., at Christmas, during the summer, and on weekends.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 8, 2022

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) released a joint Cybersecurity Advisory (CSA) providing details on the top malware strains of 2021. FormBook FormBook is an information stealer advertised in hacking forums. Qakbot can also be used to form botnets.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 17, 2018

At a first sight, the office document had an encrypted content available on OleObj.1 Those objects are real Encrypted Ole Objects where the Encrypted payload sits on “EncryptedPackage” section and information on how to decrypt it are available on “EncryptionInfo” xml descriptor. Stage1: Encrypted Content.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 3, 2021

In the open letter dated June 3, Anne Neuberger, the NSC’s cybersecurity adviser, said that while the federal government is doing what it can to combat the accelerating threat, private sector organizations also play a crucial role. officials have said that the hacking group DarkSide, which has links to Russia, was responsible for the breach.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Cybersecurity Researcher, Jeremiah Fowler, discovered and reported to vpnMentor about a non-password protected database that contained over 3 million records. Researcher discovered that global B2B CRM provider Really Simple Systems exposed online a non-password-protected database with million records.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 20, 2021

Ukrainian nationals Dmytro Fedorov, Fedir Hladyr, and Andrii Kolpakov, were members of a prolific hacking group widely known as FIN7. The Department of Justice says that Hladyr joined FIN7 via a front company called Combi Security but soon learned that it was a fake cybersecurity company with a phony website and no legitimate customers.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 14, 2022

Indeed, the tool can assess vulnerabilities and run penetration tests , while most tools on the market cannot do both. Intezer revealed that because Cobalt Strike’s payloads are “usually shellcode encrypted with a rolling XOR key,” static analysis and hash detection is much harder.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 13, 2021

Cybersecurity is a complex subject matter for most people, and the levels of sophistication and ingenuity being applied in some cyberattacks, shows that there is an ever-increasing level of co-operation and exchange of information by the criminal underworld.

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