Krebs on Security
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
The financial technology firm Finastra is investigating the alleged large-scale theft of information from its internal file transfer platform, KrebsOnSecurity has learned. Finastra, which provides software and services to 45 of the world’s top 50 banks, notified customers of the security incident after a cybercriminal began selling more than 400 gigabytes of data purportedly stolen from the company.
Schneier on Security
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Interesting analysis : Although much attention is given to sophisticated, zero-click spyware developed by companies like Israel’s NSO Group, the Italian spyware marketplace has been able to operate relatively under the radar by specializing in cheaper tools. According to an Italian Ministry of Justice document , as of December 2022 law enforcement in the country could rent spyware for €150 a day, regardless of which vendor they used, and without the large acquisition costs which would normally b
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Penetration Testing
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
CVE-2024-47533 exposes Cobbler servers to unauthorized access and control, enabling attackers to manipulate system configurations. A critical vulnerability has been discovered in Cobbler, a popular Linux installation server used for... The post CVE-2024-47533 (CVSS 9.8): Cobbler Vulnerability Exposes Linux Servers to Compromise appeared first on Cybersecurity News.
Security Affairs
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Russian Phobos ransomware operator Evgenii Ptitsyn, accused of managing attacks, was extradited from South Korea to the US to face cybercrime charges. Russian Phobos ransomware operator Evgenii Ptitsyn, suspected of playing a key role in the ransomware operations, was extradited from South Korea to the US to face cybercrime charges. According to the DoJ, the Phobos ransomware operation targeted over 1,000 public and private entities in the United States and worldwide, extorting more than $16 mil
Speaker: Erroll Amacker
Automation is transforming finance but without strong financial oversight it can introduce more risk than reward. From missed discrepancies to strained vendor relationships, accounts payable automation needs a human touch to deliver lasting value. This session is your playbook to get automation right. We’ll explore how to balance speed with control, boost decision-making through human-machine collaboration, and unlock ROI with fewer errors, stronger fraud prevention, and smoother operations.
SecureWorld News
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Discover how technical leaders can transform organizations by embedding trust as a measurable asset within business systems, unlocking sustained value and competitive advantage. Executive summary Organizations must integrate trust value into their core planning, treating it as a strategic asset that can be manufactured, measured, and managed, much like quality in Total Quality Management.
Security Affairs
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Chinese threat actors use custom post-exploitation toolkit ‘DeepData’ to exploit FortiClient VPN zero-day and steal credentials. Volexity researchers discovered a vulnerability in Fortinet’s Windows VPN client that China-linked threat actor BrazenBamboo abused in their DEEPDATA malware. BrazenBamboo is known to be the author of other malware families, including LIGHTSPY , DEEPDATA, and DEEPPOST.
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Penetration Testing
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Critical flaws in widely-used networking and security products demand immediate attention from administrators. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an urgent warning about three actively exploited vulnerabilities... The post CISA Warns of Actively Exploited Vulnerabilities in Kemp LoadMaster and Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS appeared first on Cybersecurity News.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Dell announced new AI and cybersecurity advancements at Microsoft Ignite, including APEX File Storage and Copilot services for Azure.
Penetration Testing
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Google has released a new stable version of its Chrome browser for desktop, addressing three security vulnerabilities, including one high-severity flaw. The update, versions 131.0.6778.85/.86 for Windows and Mac and... The post Google Chrome Patches High-Severity Flaw CVE-2024-11395 in Latest Stable Release appeared first on Cybersecurity News.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Protect your business from VoIP fraud. Learn how to recognize the most common types and harden your phone system security.
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Many cybersecurity awareness platforms offer massive content libraries, yet they fail to enhance employees’ cyber resilience. Without structured, engaging, and personalized training, employees struggle to retain and apply key cybersecurity principles. Phished.io explains why organizations should focus on interactive, scenario-based learning rather than overwhelming employees with excessive content.
Security Boulevard
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Web applications have increasingly become the backbone of many businesses, but also, unfortunately, major targets for cyberthreats. The post 7 Common Web App Security Vulnerabilities Explained appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Microsoft Ignite 2024 unveils groundbreaking AI, security, and Teams innovations, shaping the future of enterprise tech and digital transformation.
Security Boulevard
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
The most expensive security tool isn't the one you pay for - it's the one that fails when you need it most. Just ask those 110,000 websites that thought they were saving money. The post Open-Source Security Tools are Free… And Other Lies We Tell Ourselves appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Security-conscious Mac users may need more protection than their built-in tools provide. Learn about the extra features and functionality offered by the best free antivirus software providers for Mac in 2024.
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The DHS compliance audit clock is ticking on Zero Trust. Government agencies can no longer ignore or delay their Zero Trust initiatives. During this virtual panel discussion—featuring Kelly Fuller Gordon, Founder and CEO of RisX, Chris Wild, Zero Trust subject matter expert at Zermount, Inc., and Principal of Cybersecurity Practice at Eliassen Group, Trey Gannon—you’ll gain a detailed understanding of the Federal Zero Trust mandate, its requirements, milestones, and deadlines.
WIRED Threat Level
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
More than 3 billion phone coordinates collected by a US data broker expose the detailed movements of US military and intelligence workers in Germany—and the Pentagon is powerless to stop it.
The Hacker News
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Apple has released security updates for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, visionOS, and its Safari web browser to address two zero-day flaws that have come under active exploitation in the wild.
Security Boulevard
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
By developing robust, adaptive security strategies, organizations can effectively safeguard their cloud environments against evolving threats and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The post Cracking the Code: Tackling the Top 5 Cloud Security Challenges appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Zero Day
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Apple's flagship M4 laptops won't wow you with flashy features or fresh designs, but they're almost so polished that you can't complain.
Speaker: Sierre Lindgren
Fraud is a battle that every organization must face – it’s no longer a question of “if” but “when.” Every organization is a potential target for fraud, and the finance department is often the bullseye. From cleverly disguised emails to fraudulent payment requests, the tactics of cybercriminals are advancing rapidly. Drawing insights from real-world cases and industry expertise, we’ll explore the vulnerabilities in your processes and how to fortify them effectively.
The Hacker News
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Oracle is warning that a high-severity security flaw impacting the Agile Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Framework has been exploited in the wild. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-21287 (CVSS score: 7.5), could be exploited sans authentication to leak sensitive information. "This vulnerability is remotely exploitable without authentication, i.e.
Malwarebytes
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
A large social media campaign was launched to promote a free Artificial Intelligence (AI) video editor. If the “free” part of that campaign sounds too good to be true, then that’s because it was. Instead of the video editor, users got information stealing malware. Lumma Stealer was installed on Windows machines and Atomic Stealer (AMOS) on Macs.
The Hacker News
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Malicious actors are exploiting misconfigured JupyterLab and Jupyter Notebooks to conduct stream ripping and enable sports piracy using live streaming capture tools.
Zero Day
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy reunite in a powerful short film using AI and deepfake technology to give fans the emotional farewell they deserve.
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The Hacker News
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
A new China-linked cyber espionage group has been attributed as behind a series of targeted cyber attacks targeting telecommunications entities in South Asia and Africa since at least 2020 with the goal of enabling intelligence collection.
We Live Security
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Follow these steps to reduce the odds of having your personal information stolen, or recover more quickly in the event that you have fallen victim to an information stealer attack.
The Hacker News
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Cybersecurity researchers have shed light on a Linux variant of a relatively new ransomware strain called Helldown, suggesting that the threat actors are broadening their attack focus. "Helldown deploys Windows ransomware derived from the LockBit 3.0 code," Sekoia said in a report shared with The Hacker News.
Zero Day
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
OpenAI's GPT-4o model makes it harder to determine who'll find free ChatGPT adequate and when ChatGPT Plus is worth it. We break down your options to help you decide.
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Many software teams have migrated their testing and production workloads to the cloud, yet development environments often remain tied to outdated local setups, limiting efficiency and growth. This is where Coder comes in. In our 101 Coder webinar, you’ll explore how cloud-based development environments can unlock new levels of productivity. Discover how to transition from local setups to a secure, cloud-powered ecosystem with ease.
The Hacker News
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
The malware known as Ngioweb has been used to fuel a notorious residential proxy service called NSOCKS, as well as by other services such as VN5Socks and Shopsocks5, new findings from Lumen Technologies reveal.
Duo's Security Blog
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
The rise of multi-factor authentication (MFA) has been good for security. The merits of MFA have been so widely accepted that governments recommend it, cyber insurance providers often require it, and companies like Microsoft and Google are now mandating MFA for a variety of login use cases. However, the rise of MFA has come with a correlated challenge: authentication fatigue.
The Hacker News
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Privileged accounts are well-known gateways for potential security threats. However, many organizations focus solely on managing privileged access—rather than securing the accounts and users entrusted with it. This emphasis is perhaps due to the persistent challenges of Privileged Access Management (PAM) deployments. Yet, as the threat landscape evolves, so must organizational priorities.
Zero Day
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Stung by last summer's CrowdStrike meltdown, which crashed Windows PCs and servers worldwide, Microsoft is rolling out a wide range of security changes to Windows.
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