Krebs on Security
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The password manager service LastPass is now forcing some of its users to pick longer master passwords. LastPass says the changes are needed to ensure all customers are protected by their latest security improvements. But critics say the move is little more than a public relations stunt that will do nothing to help countless early adopters whose password vaults were exposed in a 2022 breach at LastPass.
Troy Hunt
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Well that's it, Europe is done! I've spent the week in Prague with highlights including catching up with Josef Prusa, keynoting at Experts Live EU and taking a "beer spa" complete with our own endless supply of tap beer. Life is good 🍻 That’s it - we’ve peaked - life is all downhill from here 🤣 🍻 #BeerSpa pic.twitter.com/ezCpUC6XEK — Troy Hunt (@troyhunt) September 21, 2023 All that and more in this week's video, next week I&apo
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Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
On Thursday Cisco agreed to buy Splunk in a $28 billion deal intended to address AI-enabled security and observability issues.
The Hacker News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The three zero-day flaws addressed by Apple on September 21, 2023, were leveraged as part of an iPhone exploit chain in an attempt to deliver a spyware strain called Predator targeting former Egyptian member of parliament Ahmed Eltantawy between May and September 2023.
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.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
ProtonVPN is an all-around VPN that operates under Switzerland’s strong privacy laws, setting it apart from other services in the market.
We Live Security
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
ESET researchers have discovered Deadglyph, a sophisticated backdoor used by the infamous Stealth Falcon group for espionage in the Middle East
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The Hacker News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Atlassian and the Internet Systems Consortium (ISC) have disclosed several security flaws impacting their products that could be exploited to achieve denial-of-service (DoS) and remote code execution. The Australian software services provider said that the four high-severity flaws were fixed in new versions shipped last month. This includes - CVE-2022-25647 (CVSS score: 7.
Security Affairs
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
US CISA added the flaw CVE-2023-41179 in Trend Micro Apex and other security products to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added the high-severity flaw CVE-2023-41179 (CVSS score 7.2) affecting Trend Micro Apex One and Worry-Free Business Security to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog.
The Hacker News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
An active malware campaign targeting Latin America is dispensing a new variant of a banking trojan called BBTok, particularly users in Brazil and Mexico.
Bleeping Computer
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Security researchers discovered a multi-step information stealing campaign where hackers breach the systems of hotels, booking sites, and travel agencies and then use their access to go after financial data belonging to customers. [.
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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.
The Hacker News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Thorough, independent tests are a vital resource for analyzing provider’s capabilities to guard against increasingly sophisticated threats to their organization. And perhaps no assessment is more widely trusted than the annual MITRE Engenuity ATT&CK Evaluation.
Security Affairs
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Citizen Lab and Google’s TAG revealed that the three recently patched Apple zero-days were used to install Cytrox Predator spyware. Researchers from the Citizen Lab and Google’s Threat Analysis Group (TAG) revealed that the three Apple zero-days addressed this week were used as part of an exploit to install Cytrox Predator spyware. Apple this week released emergency security updates to address three new zero-day vulnerabilities (CVE-2023-41993, CVE-2023-41991, CVE-2023-41992) that ha
The Hacker News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Israeli organizations were targeted as part of two different campaigns orchestrated by the Iranian nation-state actor known as OilRig in 2021 and 2022.
Security Affairs
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The experts warn of a surge in P2PInfect botnet activity since late August 2023, they are witnessing a 600x jump between September 12 and 19, 2023. In July 2023, Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 researchers discovered a new peer-to-peer (P2P) worm called P2PInfect that targets Redis servers running on both Linux and Windows systems. The capability to target Redis servers running on both Linux and Windows operating systems makes P2PInfect more scalable and potent than other worms.
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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.
Malwarebytes
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Some T-Mobile customers logged into their accounts on Wednesday to find another customer’s billing and account information showing on their online dashboards. T-Mobile denied there was an attack, but confirmed there had been a data leak. It said a "temporary system glitch" had misplaced some subscriber account information, causing it to appear on other subscribers’ profile pages. “There was no cyberattack or breach at T-Mobile.
Security Affairs
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
A previously undocumented APT dubbed Sandman targets telecommunication service providers in the Middle East, Western Europe, and South Asia. A joint research conducted by SentinelLabs and QGroup GmbH revealed that a previously undetected APT group, dubbed Sandman, is targeting telecommunication service providers in the Middle East, Western Europe, and South Asia.
Malwarebytes
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Apple has released security updates for several products to address a handful of zero-day vulnerabilities that may already have been used by criminals. Updates are available for: iOS 16.7 and iPadOS 16.7 iOS 17.0.1 and iPadOS 17.0.1 watchOS 9.6.3 watchOS 10.0.1 macOS Ventura 13.6 macOS Monterey 12.7 Safari 16.6.1 The updates may already have reached you in your regular update routines, but it doesn't hurt to check if your device is at the latest update level.
Dark Reading
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Tens of millions in losses later, the MGM and Caesars systems are back online following dual cyberattacks by the same threat actor — here's what experts say about their incident responses.
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.
SecureWorld News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The reverberations of the past two elections in the United States have highlighted the pivotal role of election security in preserving the trust and legitimacy of the democratic system. The controversy, fueled by claims of electoral irregularities and foreign interference, has left an indelible mark on the nation's political landscape. Recognizing this, the Information Technology - Information Sharing Analysis Center (IT-ISAC) recently hosted a groundbreaking event, the Election Security Researc
GlobalSign
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
This article provides the best practices for assessing potential vendors to minimize risk exposure.
Dark Reading
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Ethical hackers were given voluntary access to digital scanners, ballot markers, and electronic pollbooks, all in the name of making the voting process more resilient to cyber threats.
eSecurity Planet
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
MITRE Engenuity has released its 2023 ATT&CK evaluations, examining how top cybersecurity vendors detect and prevent sophisticated cyberthreats. This year, the evaluations focused on the techniques of Turla, a Russia-based threat group. Turla uses a command-and-control network, as well as open source tools, which are more difficult to protect and easier to exploit because anyone can edit — and abuse — the code.
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Dark Reading
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The newly emerged ransomware actively targets both Windows and Linux systems with a double-extortion approach.
Heimadal Security
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
In the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape, businesses constantly seek robust security solutions to protect their digital assets. Sophos, a well-known name in the cybersecurity industry, has been a trusted choice for many organizations. However, with the market continuously expanding and new threats emerging, exploring alternatives and competitors is essential to ensure your cybersecurity needs are met. […] The post 7 Best Sophos Alternatives & Competitors in 2023 [Features, Prici
Dark Reading
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Whether achieved through AI-enabled automation, proactive identification and resolution of issues, or the equitable distribution of risk management responsibilities, the goal must be resilience.
Heimadal Security
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Apple released an emergency security update to patch three newly identified zero-days exploited actively by threat actors. The vulnerabilities affected iPhone and Mac users, and with this, the total zero-days fixed by Apple this year rose to 16. What Do We Know About the Vulnerabilities? Two of the vulnerabilities were found in the WebKit browser […] The post Apple Fixes 3 New Actively Exploited Zero-Day Vulnerabilities appeared first on Heimdal Security 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.
Dark Reading
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The league is working with more than 100 partners to workshop responses to a host of hypothetical cyberattacks on the upcoming Big Game in Las Vegas.
The Last Watchdog
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Helsinki, Finland, Sept. 22, 2023 – A leading global financial institution has selected PrivX as its privileged access management (PAM) solution. The customer is one of the largest and most important financial institutions in the world. This is third major new significant lighthouse customer for PrivX in the USA. The initial contract value is approximately USD 0.25 million of annual recurring subscription revenue (ARR), including professional services.
Dark Reading
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The new SEC rules make it seem that there is no need to report the presence of security vulnerabilities, but that doesn't quite tell the full story.
Bleeping Computer
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The City of Dallas, Texas, said this week that the Royal ransomware attack that forced it to shut down all IT systems in May started with a stolen account. [.
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