Krebs on Security
MARCH 14, 2025
A clever malware deployment scheme first spotted in targeted attacks last year has now gone mainstream. In this scam, dubbed “ ClickFix ,” the visitor to a hacked or malicious website is asked to distinguish themselves from bots by pressing a combination of keyboard keys that causes Microsoft Windows to download password-stealing malware.
Schneier on Security
MARCH 14, 2025
There is a new botnet that is infecting TP-Link routers: The botnet can lead to command injection which then makes remote code execution (RCE) possible so that the malware can spread itself across the internet automatically. This high severity security flaw (tracked as CVE-2023-1389 ) has also been used to spread other malware families as far back as April 2023 when it was used in the Mirai botnet malware attacks.
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Security Boulevard
MARCH 14, 2025
Symantec threat researchers used OpenAI's Operator agent to carry out a phishing attack with little human intervention, illustrating the looming cybersecurity threat AI agents pose as they become more powerful. The agent learned how to write a malicious PowerShell script and wrote an email with the phishing lure, among other actions. The post Symantec Uses OpenAI Operator to Show Rising Threat of AI Agents appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Malwarebytes
MARCH 14, 2025
Researchers found that most of the apps available on Apples App Store leak at least one hard-coded secret. The researchers looked at 156,000 iOS apps and discovered more than 815,000 hardcoded secrets, including very sensitive secrets like keys to cloud storage, various Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), and even payment processors. The researchers noted how: The average app’s code exposes 5.2 secrets, and 71% of apps leak at least one secret.
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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
MARCH 14, 2025
Data exfiltration has traditionally been the end goal among threat actors whether its for financial gain, political gain or to simply wreak havoc. The post Reading the Data Breach Tea Leaves: Preventing Data Exfiltration Before it Happens appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Adam Shostack
MARCH 14, 2025
Register for OWASP training in Barcelona! If youre based in the EU and have been waiting to participate in Adam Shostacks Threat Modeling training, the wait is over Shostack + Associates will be delivering training at OWASP Global AppSec in Barcelona! This in-person training will be taking place live from May 27-28, 2025. The conference will be held from May 29-30, 2025.
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IT Security Guru
MARCH 14, 2025
WordPress is a great platform for building websites, but it is also a common target for hackers. Keeping your website safe is important to protect your data, visitors, and business. Cybercrime is a growing problem, with 39% of UK businesses experiencing cyber attacks in 2023. Using security plugins can help reduce risks and keep your site safe from threats and are essential for any wordpress site, and even more so if your site has personal customer data on it.
Security Affairs
MARCH 14, 2025
Operators behind the SuperBlack ransomware exploited two vulnerabilities in Fortinet firewalls for recent attacks. Between January and March, researchers at Forescout Research Vedere Labs observed a threat actors exploiting two Fortinet vulnerabilities to deploy the SuperBlack ransomware. The experts attribute the attacks to a threat actor named Mora_001 which using Russian-language artifacts and exhibiting a unique operational signature.
Security Boulevard
MARCH 14, 2025
Googles second-generation Chromecast and Chromecast Audio devices have been facing a widespread outage for the past five days. An expired intermediate CA certificate is said to be the cause of the outage. Recently, users of Googles second-gen Chromecast and Chromecast Audio ran into an unexpected problemtheir devices suddenly stopped working. Instead of streaming as usual, [] The post Google Second-Gen Chromecast and Audio Devices Hit By A Major OutageExpired Intermediate CA Certificate to Blame
eSecurity Planet
MARCH 14, 2025
A recent phishing campaign has raised alarms among cybersecurity professionals after it impersonated Booking.com to deliver a suite of credential-stealing malware. First detected in December 2024 and persisting into early 2025, the threat targets hospitality organizations across North America, Oceania, Asia, and Europe. Using an insidious social engineering method called ClickFix, attackers manipulate users into unwittingly executing malicious commands, leading to extensive data theft and financ
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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.
Schneier on Security
MARCH 14, 2025
This is a current list of where and when I am scheduled to speak: Im speaking at the Rossfest Symposium in Cambridge, UK, on March 25, 2025. I’m speaking at the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, on April 3, 2025. The list is maintained on this page.
Security Affairs
MARCH 14, 2025
The US Justice Department announced that the LockBit ransomware developer Rostislav Panev was extradited from Israel to the U.S. The US Justice Department announced that one of the LockBit ransomware developer, Rostislav Panev (51), has been extradited to the United States. The dual Russian-Israeli national was arrested in Israel in 2024 and faces charges related to his role in the ransomware operation The man is accused of being a LockBit ransomware developer from 2019 through at least February
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 14, 2025
The vulnerability allowed malicious code running inside the Web Content sandbox, an isolated environment for web processes designed to limit security risks, to impact other parts of the device.
Security Boulevard
MARCH 14, 2025
The FCC is launching a new agency council to push back on Chinese-backed cyberthreats like Salt Typhoon by pushing telecoms to harden their defense, reduce their reliance on trade with foreign adversaries, and ensure continued U.S. leadership is key areas like AI, the IoT, quantum computing, and 5G and 6G networks. The post FCC Takes on China Threats with New National Security Council appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Keeper Security is transforming cybersecurity for people and organizations around the world. Keeper’s affordable and easy-to-use solutions are built on a foundation of zero-trust and zero-knowledge security to protect every user on every device. Our next-generation privileged access management solution deploys in minutes and seamlessly integrates with any tech stack to prevent breaches, reduce help desk costs and ensure compliance.
Heimadal Security
MARCH 14, 2025
If you’re looking for PDQ Deploy alternatives, you’re either aware of the products limitations or exploring your options. As one user puts it: While PDQ Deploy & Inventory consistently meets our needs, the primary driver for exploring alternative solutions was the requirement to manage remote endpoints beyond our on-premises network.
Security Boulevard
MARCH 14, 2025
APIs serve as essential links in todays digital infrastructure, enabling data sharing and application integration. However, their widespread use has made them prime targets for attackers. Hence, strict compliance with security regulations is not just optional; it is imperative for business success. The increasing frequency of data breaches and the sophistication of cyber threats highlight the pressing need for strong API security.
Zero Day
MARCH 14, 2025
It's an AI privacy showdown. How much data does your favorite chatbot collect?
Security Boulevard
MARCH 14, 2025
Organizations need a seamless, application-focused security strategy that integrates network, identity and data protection into a unified approach. The post Strengthening Security in the Cloud Era Requires Network Visibility and Understanding appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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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
MARCH 14, 2025
Cybersecurity researchers have warned of a malicious campaign targeting users of the Python Package Index (PyPI) repository with bogus libraries masquerading as "time" related utilities, but harboring hidden functionality to steal sensitive data such as cloud access tokens. Software supply chain security firm ReversingLabs said it discovered two sets of packages totaling 20 of them.
Security Boulevard
MARCH 14, 2025
Government cybersecurity and information security frameworks are a constant work in progress. Many different frameworks draw their requirements from the National Institute of Standards and Technology, and one of the most important documents for cybersecurity is NIST Special Publication 800-171: Protecting Controlled Unclassified Information in Nonfederal Systems and Organizations.
Zero Day
MARCH 14, 2025
If you're looking for a new Linux distribution, maybe it's time you tried a rolling release distribution. Here are my top five options.
Security Boulevard
MARCH 14, 2025
Insight No. 1 We are frogs, falling asleep in security-debt stew Companies are drowning in high-risk software security debt , with critical vulnerabilities festering for an average of 252 days before theyre fixed long enough to turn your tech stack into a hackers swamp. The old-guard application security tools like Static Application Security Testing (SAST) are failing spectacularly, proving as effective as a paper umbrella in a hurricane.
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After a year of sporadic hiring and uncertain investment areas, tech leaders are scrambling to figure out what’s next. This whitepaper reveals how tech leaders are hiring and investing for the future. Download today to learn more!
Zero Day
MARCH 14, 2025
The Planck SSD is a handy USB-C accessory that gives any device additional storage, especially for on-the-go video recording.
The Hacker News
MARCH 14, 2025
A 51-year-old dual Russian and Israeli national who is alleged to be a developer of the LockBit ransomware group has been extradited to the United States, nearly three months after he was formally charged in connection with the e-crime scheme. Rostislav Panev was previously arrested in Israel in August 2024.
Zero Day
MARCH 14, 2025
A tiling window manager can be a thing of efficient beauty, but with them can come a steep learning curve. Regolith Linux aims to lesson that curve and ease the transition.
Security Boulevard
MARCH 14, 2025
Can cloud-native solutions revolutionize Non-Human Identities management? Effective Non-Human Identity management is vital. Often overlooked, these machine identities play a critical role. But can cloud-native solutions truly revolutionize this crucial aspect of cybersecurity? Understanding Non-Human Identities: Tokens and Passports Non-Human Identities (NHIs) are a type of machine identity, a unique identifier that ensures secure communication [] The post What cloud-native solutions support eff
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Cloud Development Environments (CDEs) are changing how software teams work by moving development to the cloud. Our Cloud Development Environment Adoption Report gathers insights from 223 developers and business leaders, uncovering key trends in CDE adoption. With 66% of large organizations already using CDEs, these platforms are quickly becoming essential to modern development practices.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 14, 2025
Ciscos training through its Networking Academy will help build a resilient and skilled workforce ready to meet Europes digital transformation and AI objectives.
Security Boulevard
MARCH 14, 2025
Losing a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) can be a serious challenge for organizations relying on Kubernetes. SREs are crucial for maintaining the reliability and performance of Kubernetes environments, ensuring that applications are easy to deploy and scale. If your organization finds itself in this situation due to layoffs or when SREs leave for a new opportunity, here are some steps you can take to keep your Kubernetes infrastructure running effectively, both in the immediate aftermath of the
Zero Day
MARCH 14, 2025
For those who prefer a classic timepiece over the sleek, tech-heavy look of most smartwatches, the Withings ScanWatch Nova blends traditional analog styling with robust health and wellness features.
The Hacker News
MARCH 14, 2025
Cyber threats evolve daily. In this live webinar, learn exactly how ransomware attacks unfoldfrom the initial breach to the moment hackers demand payment. Join Joseph Carson, Delineas Chief Security Scientist and Advisory CISO, who brings 25 years of enterprise security expertise.
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Tech leaders today are facing shrinking budgets and investment concerns. This whitepaper provides insights from over 1,000 tech leaders on how to stay secure and attract top cybersecurity talent, all while doing more with less. Download today to learn more!
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