Schneier on Security
JULY 14, 2023
The first Republican primary debate has a popularity threshold to determine who gets to appear: 40,000 individual contributors. Now there are a lot of conventional ways a candidate can get that many contributors. Doug Burgum came up with a novel idea: buy them : A long-shot contender at the bottom of recent polls, Mr. Burgum is offering $20 gift cards to the first 50,000 people who donate at least $1 to his campaign.
Tech Republic Security
JULY 14, 2023
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Security Affairs
JULY 14, 2023
The source code for the BlackLotus UEFI bootkit has been published on GitHub and experts warn of the risks of proliferation of custom versions. Researchers from ESET discovered in March a new stealthy Unified Extensible Firmware Interface ( UEFI ) bootkit, named BlackLotus , that is able to bypass Secure Boot on Windows 11. Secure Boot is a security feature of the latest Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) 2.3.1 designed to detect tampering with boot loaders, key operating system fi
Tech Republic Security
JULY 14, 2023
The White House has announced the first iteration of the National Cybersecurity Implementation Plan. Read on to learn more about the plan and alignment with the five essential pillars.
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.
Malwarebytes
JULY 14, 2023
A group of seven US senators has sent a letter to the heads of the IRS, the Department of Justice, the Federal Trade Commission and the IRS watchdog, revealing that they have found evidence that reveals “a shocking breach of taxpayer privacy by tax prep companies and by Big Tech firms.” According to the letter, information about tens of millions of US taxpayers was sent by three tax preparation firms to social media giant Meta.
Tech Republic Security
JULY 14, 2023
The Scarleteel threat targets AWS Fargate environments for data theft and more malicious types of attacks such as cryptojacking and DDoS. Learn how to mitigate this threat.
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SecureBlitz
JULY 14, 2023
Learn how to set up the ideal gaming room for E-Sport competitions. In the ever-evolving landscape of e-Sports, having a tailored gaming room is as crucial as the skills you bring into the virtual arena. Like a finely tuned race car, your gaming setup can directly impact your performance during competition. Consider this: just as […] The post How To Set Up The Ideal Gaming Room For E-Sport Competitions appeared first on SecureBlitz Cybersecurity.
Security Affairs
JULY 14, 2023
The U.S. CISA warns of two flaws impacting Rockwell Automation ControlLogix that can lead to remote code execution and DoS attacks. The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is warning of two vulnerabilities affecting Rockwell Automation ControlLogix EtherNet/IP (ENIP) communication module models that could be exploited to achieve remote code execution and trigger a denial-of-service condition.
The Hacker News
JULY 14, 2023
Microsoft on Friday said a validation error in its source code allowed for Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) tokens to be forged by a malicious actor known as Storm-0558 using a Microsoft account (MSA) consumer signing key to breach two dozen organizations.
Security Boulevard
JULY 14, 2023
A SlashNext report detailed how cybercriminals use generative AI capabilities to launch phishing and BEC attacks in greater volume. The post SlashNext Report Shows How Cybercriminals Use Generative AI appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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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.
Heimadal Security
JULY 14, 2023
What Is the BlueKeep Vulnerability? BlueKeep is a software vulnerability that affects older versions of Microsoft Windows. Also known as CVE-2019-0708, the vulnerability first emerged in 2019 and is a “wormable” remote code execution vulnerability, being noted first by the UK National Cyber Security Centre and, on 14 May 2019, reported by Microsoft.
The Hacker News
JULY 14, 2023
A malicious actor has been linked to a cloud credential stealing campaign in June 2023 that's focused on Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services, marking the adversary's expansion in targeting beyond Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Bleeping Computer
JULY 14, 2023
In what is shaping up to be a widespread privacy controversy, Spotify has come under scrutiny following allegations by users that the music streaming service made their private playlists public without their consent. [.
The Hacker News
JULY 14, 2023
Zimbra has warned of a critical zero-day security flaw in its email software that has come under active exploitation in the wild. "A security vulnerability in Zimbra Collaboration Suite Version 8.8.15 that could potentially impact the confidentiality and integrity of your data has surfaced," the company said in an advisory.
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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.
Security Boulevard
JULY 14, 2023
This time every year, Las Vegas transforms into the epicenter of the security world with a lineup of major industry events – Black Hat, BSides and DEFCON. Rezilion is excited to be taking part in all three events in 2023. Here’s a look at what we have planned – and how you can join us. Join Rezilion in Las Vegas for Black Hat, BSides and DEFCON, 2023 The post Join Rezilion in Las Vegas for Black Hat, BSides and DEFCON, 2023 appeared first on Rezilion.
Heimadal Security
JULY 14, 2023
In the interconnected realm of digital technology, safeguarding cybersecurity has become an utmost priority for organizations. Traditional security approaches, such as relying solely on perimeter-based defenses, have proven insufficient in defending against sophisticated cyber threats. Consequently, a paradigm shift has emerged, giving rise to the Zero Trust (ZT) strategy.
Security Boulevard
JULY 14, 2023
Our thanks to BSides Sofia for publishing their presenter’s tremendous BSides Sofia 2023 content on the organizations’ YouTube channel. Permalink The post BSides Sofia 2023 – Deputy Minister Atanas Maznev e-Government, Rosen Kirilov, PhD, UNWE – Conference Opening appeared first on Security Boulevard.
The Hacker News
JULY 14, 2023
A new malware strain has been found covertly targeting small office/home office (SOHO) routers for more than two years, infiltrating over 70,000 devices and creating a botnet with 40,000 nodes spanning 20 countries. Lumen Black Lotus Labs has dubbed the malware AVrecon, making it the third such strain to focus on SOHO routers after ZuoRAT and HiatusRAT over the past year.
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.
Heimadal Security
JULY 14, 2023
A vulnerability in the Cisco SD-WAN vManage management tool enables a remote, unauthenticated attacker to obtain read or restricted write capabilities to the configuration of the compromised instance. Cisco SD-WAN vManage is a cloud-based solution that allows organizations to design, deploy, and manage distributed networks across multiple locations. vManage instances are deployments that may be […] The post Cisco SD-WAN vManage Impacted by REST API Vulnerability appeared first on Heimdal S
SecureBlitz
JULY 14, 2023
Here, I will show you how to register your.eu domain with Site.eu. Entering the digital age requires a trustworthy and robust partner, particularly when you’re trying to establish your brand online. A.eu domain signifies a strong connection to Europe, one of the most digitally evolved regions in the world. Registering your.EU domain […] The post Register Your.eu Domain with Site.eu: The One-stop Solution for Your Online Presence appeared first on SecureBlitz Cybersecurity.
Heimadal Security
JULY 14, 2023
The ransomware operation known as BlackCat, also referred to as Alphv ransomware, has been utilized by members of the Alphv group since November 2021. During the last few years, BlackCat has demonstrated a clear upward trajectory in its operations. Their recent attacks include targeting organizations in the healthcare, education, electricity, and natural gas, sectors.
Security Affairs
JULY 14, 2023
Sicuranex’s PWNPress platform indexed over 15 million WordPress websites, it collects data related to vulnerabilities and misconfigurations Leveraging the extensive Common Crawl dataset and pushing the boundaries of data analysis, cybersecurity firm Sicuranex successfully indexed over 15 million WordPress websites using the PWNPress service. This endeavor involved parsing the entire Web Archive Text (WAT) database, a massive 21 TiB repository, to identify WordPress installations worldwid
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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.
Security Boulevard
JULY 14, 2023
How can organizations take a proactive approach to cybersecurity privilege creep? Cybersecurity isn’t just about defending against external threats; it’s equally about managing internal vulnerabilities. Cybersecurity ‘privilege creep’ is a term used to describe the gradual accumulation of access rights beyond what an individual needs to perform their job.
The Hacker News
JULY 14, 2023
All-In-One Security (AIOS), a WordPress plugin installed on over one million sites, has issued a security update after a bug introduced in version 5.1.9 of the software caused users' passwords being added to the database in plaintext format. "A malicious site administrator (i.e.
Security Boulevard
JULY 14, 2023
Conducting regular penetration tests (pentests) is a proactive option that identifies, evaluates and mitigates risks. The post Why Pentesting-as-a-Service is Vital for Business Security appeared first on Security Boulevard.
TrustArc
JULY 14, 2023
TrustArc’s privacy experts review the implications of new personal information privacy rules in the Washington My Health My Data Act, and how its private right of action could trigger waves of litigation. The post Washington My Health My Data Act: Implications appeared first on TrustArc Privacy Blog.
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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.
Security Boulevard
JULY 14, 2023
via the inimitable Daniel Stori , crafting superb comics at turnoff.us ! Permalink The post Daniel Stori’s ‘chown – chmod’ appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Bleeping Computer
JULY 14, 2023
The All-In-One Security (AIOS) WordPress security plugin, used by over a million WordPress sites, was found to be logging plaintext passwords from user login attempts to the site's database, putting account security at risk. [.
Security Boulevard
JULY 14, 2023
Identity-based attacks are a growing concern for organizations of all sizes and industries. Here’s how to protect yourself. The post 3 Ways To Build A Stronger Approach to Identity Protection appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Malwarebytes
JULY 14, 2023
Ransomware generates big money for the groups behind it, with new research confirming (some) of the scale of the problem. Chainalysis, a blockchain research firm, looked at data from monitored cryptocurrency wallets, concluding that around $449 million has been taken from victims in the last six months. As The Record correctly notes, the actual figure will likely be significantly higher because only monitored wallets are included in the study.
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