Bleeping Computer
APRIL 13, 2024
Suspected state-sponsored hackers have been exploiting a zero-day vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks firewalls tracked as CVE-2024-3400 since March 26, using the compromised devices to breach internal networks, steal data and credentials. [.
Security Affairs
APRIL 13, 2024
Researchers warn threat actors are manipulating GitHub search results to target developers with persistent malware. Checkmarx researchers reported that t hreat actors are manipulating GitHub search results to deliver persistent malware to developers systems. Attackers behind this campaign create malicious repositories with popular names and topics, they were observed using techniques like automated updates and fake stars to boost search rankings. “By leveraging GitHub Actions, the attacker
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The Hacker News
APRIL 13, 2024
A former security engineer has been sentenced to three years in prison in the U.S. for charges relating to hacking two decentralized cryptocurrency exchanges in July 2022 and stealing over $12.3 million. Shakeeb Ahmed, the defendant in question, pled guilty to one count of computer fraud in December 2023 following his arrest in July.
Security Affairs
APRIL 13, 2024
A critical vulnerability, named ‘ BatBadBut ’, impacts multiple programming languages, its exploitation can lead to command injection in Windows applications. The cybersecurity researcher RyotaK ( @ryotkak ) discovered a critical vulnerability, dubbed BatBadBut , which impacts multiple programming languages. When specific conditions are satisfied, an attacker can exploit the flaw to perform command injection on Windows. “ The BatBadBut is a vulnerability that allows an attacker to perfo
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How many people would you trust with your house keys? Chances are, you have a handful of trusted friends and family members who have an emergency copy, but you definitely wouldn’t hand those out too freely. You have stuff that’s worth protecting—and the more people that have access to your belongings, the higher the odds that something will go missing.
Bleeping Computer
APRIL 13, 2024
Canadian retail chain Giant Tiger disclosed a data breach in March 2024. A threat actor has now publicly claimed responsibility for the data breach and leaked 2.8 million records on a hacker forum that they claim are of Giant Tiger customers. [.
WIRED Threat Level
APRIL 13, 2024
Plus: Apple warns iPhone users about spyware attacks, CISA issues an emergency directive about a Microsoft breach, and a ransomware hacker tangles with an unimpressed HR manager named Beth.
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SecureBlitz
APRIL 13, 2024
What Does a Business Manager Such as David Bolno do in a Day? Read on to find out… In the quick-moving and cutthroat universe of amusement, achievement is often the consequence of cautious preparation, vital navigation, and mastering the board. Behind numerous fruitful performers, you'll find a committed business director like David Bolno, whose job […] The post What Does a Business Manager Such as David Bolno do in a Day?
Bleeping Computer
APRIL 13, 2024
Royal Mail, the British postal and courier service began switching all snail mail stamps to barcoded stamps last year. The purpose of the barcode was to enhance security, deter stamp reuse, and possibly prevent forgeries—which it has failed to do. [.
Security Boulevard
APRIL 13, 2024
On Friday April 12, Palo Alto disclosed that some versions of PAN-OS are not only vulnerable to remote code execution, but that the vulnerability has been actively exploited to install backdoors on Palo Alto firewalls. A patch is expected to be available on April 14th. The advisory from Palo Alto is here. The CISA advisory [.] The post How to track and stop CVE-2024-3400: Palo Alto Devices API Exploit Causing Critical Infrastructure and Enterprise Epidemics appeared first on Wallarm.
WIRED Threat Level
APRIL 13, 2024
Two satellites will engage in a “realistic threat response scenario” when Victus Haze gets underway.
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In a recent study, IDC found that 64% of organizations said they were already using open source in software development with a further 25% planning to in the next year. Most organizations are unaware of just how much open-source code is used and underestimate their dependency on it. As enterprises grow the use of open-source software, they face a new challenge: understanding the scope of open-source software that's being used throughout the organization and the corresponding exposure.
Security Boulevard
APRIL 13, 2024
Web application security testing aims to detect, prevent, and address security vulnerabilities within web applications. Flaws in web application coding accounted for 72% of the identified vulnerabilities. This evaluation involves scrutinizing the code, architecture, and deployment environment to assess the security posture of the applications. Security testing for web application can be executed manually or […] The post What is Web Application Security Testing?
The Hacker News
APRIL 13, 2024
Threat actors have been exploiting the newly disclosed zero-day flaw in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS software dating back to March 26, 2024, nearly three weeks before it came to light yesterday.
WIRED Threat Level
APRIL 13, 2024
The Iron Dome, US allies, and long-range interceptor missiles all came into play.
The Hacker News
APRIL 13, 2024
The U.S. Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) on Friday announced sanctions against an official associated with Hamas for his involvement in cyber influence operations. Hudhayfa Samir ‘Abdallah al-Kahlut, 39, also known as Abu Ubaida, has served as the public spokesperson of Izz al-Din al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, since at least 2007.
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Within the past few years, ransomware attacks have turned to critical infrastructure, healthcare, and government entities. Attackers have taken advantage of the rapid shift to remote work and new technologies. Add to that hacktivism due to global conflicts and U.S. elections, and an increased focus on AI, and you have the perfect recipe for a knotty and turbulent 2024.
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