Penetration Testing

APRIL 27, 2024

Security researcher Gabe Kirkpatrick has released proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit code for CVE-2024-21345, a high-severity Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege vulnerability. This exploit allows authenticated attackers to escalate privileges to the SYSTEM level, granting them... The post Windows Kernel EoP Vulnerability (CVE-2024-21345) Gets PoC Exploit Code appeared first on Penetration Testing.

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Bleeping Computer

APRIL 27, 2024

Okta warns of an "unprecedented" spike in credential stuffing attacks targeting its identity and access management solutions, with some customer accounts breached in the attacks. [.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 27, 2024

The RSA Conference 2024 will kick off on May 6. Known as the “Oscars of Cybersecurity,” the RSAC Innovation Sandbox has become a benchmark for innovation in the cybersecurity industry. Today let’s focus on new hotspots in network security and gain insights into new trends in security development by delving into Antimatter. Introduction of Antimatter […] The post RSAC 2024 Innovation Sandbox | Antimatter: A Comprehensive Data Security Management Tool appeared first on NSFOCUS, Inc., a global

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Security Affairs

APRIL 27, 2024

ThreatFabric researchers identified a new Android malware called Brokewell, which implements a wide range of device takeover capabilities. ThreatFabric researchers uncovered a new mobile malware named Brokewell, which is equipped with sophisticated device takeover features. The experts pointed out that this malware is actively evolving and poses a severe risk to the banking sector.

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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.

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Bleeping Computer

APRIL 27, 2024

Japanese police placed fake payment cards in convenience stores to protect the elderly targeted by tech support scams or unpaid money fraud. [.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 27, 2024

Threat actors accessed more than 19,000 online accounts on a California state platform for welfare programs. Threat actors breached over 19,000 online accounts on a California state platform dedicated to welfare programs. Officials reported that the security breach occurred on February 9, when someone logged into some BenefitsCal users’ accounts.

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Penetration Testing

APRIL 27, 2024

proctools Small toolkit for extracting information and dumping sensitive strings from Windows processes. Made to accompany another project that’s in the works. procsearch – find sensitive strings in the target process memory searches for... The post proctools: extracting information and dumping sensitive strings from Windows processes appeared first on Penetration Testing.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 27, 2024

The RSA Conference 2024 is set to kick off on May 6. Known as the “Oscars of Cybersecurity”, RSAC Innovation Sandbox has become a benchmark for innovation in the cybersecurity industry. Let’s focus on the new hotspots in cybersecurity and understand the new trends in security development. Today, let’s get to know the company Bedrock […] The post RSAC 2024 Innovation Sandbox | Bedrock Security: A Seamless and Efficient Data Security Solution appeared first on NSFOCUS, Inc., a global network

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WIRED Threat Level

APRIL 27, 2024

This week in cybersecurity news: Google holds off on killing cookies, Samourai Wallet founders get arrested, GM stops its driver surveillance program, and a school principal's racist rant is revealed to be a deepfake.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 27, 2024

What really is cyber security and why doesn't the traditional CIA triad of confidentiality, integrity, and availability work? And what's that got to do with footballs anyway? I've written this simple breakdown of the five key cyber security terms - confidentiality, integrity, availability, authenticity and non-repudiation - with examples of what they mean in practice, and real life incidents illustrating what happens when they go wrong!

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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.

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Penetration Testing

APRIL 27, 2024

In their latest security bulletins, Mitel Networks Corporation has addressed critical security concerns for users of the MiContact Center Business platform. These updates tackle significant vulnerabilities that could potentially allow unauthorized script execution through... The post Mitel Issues Critical Fixes for XSS Vulnerabilities in MiContact Center Business appeared first on Penetration Testing.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 27, 2024

The widespread adoption of cloud services has introduced cybersecurity challenges and compliance complexities due to various privacy regulations in different jurisdictions. According to Pew Research Center, 79% of respondents expressed concerns about the collection and processing of their personal data by companies and government entities. Customers relying on multiple cloud providers have limited control over […] The post What is General Data Protection Regulation Act (GDPR)?

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WIRED Threat Level

APRIL 27, 2024

A ban on weapons of mass destruction in orbit has stood since 1967. Russia apparently has other ideas.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 27, 2024

Authors/Presenters: *Shradha Neupane, Grant Holmes, Elizabeth Wyss, Drew Davidson, Lorenzo De Carli Many thanks to USENIX for publishing their outstanding USENIX Security ’23 Presenter’s content, and the organizations strong commitment to Open Access. Originating from the conference’s events situated at the Anaheim Marriott ; and via the organizations YouTube channel.

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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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NetSpi Executives

APRIL 27, 2024

Table of Contents What is penetration testing? How penetration testing is done How to choose a penetration testing company How NetSPI can help Penetration testing enables IT security teams to demonstrate and improve security in networks, applications, the cloud, hosts, and physical locations. In this guide, learn what penetration testing is, how penetration testing is done, and how to choose a penetration testing company.

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NetSpi Executives

APRIL 27, 2024

Table of Contents What is ransomware? Ransomware trends Ransomware prevention Ransomware detection Ransomware simulation Ransomware security terms How NetSPI can help What is ransomware? In this section, you learn what is ransomware, how it fuels criminal activity, how ransomware works, and how to stop ransomware. Ransomware, a definition Ransomware is a set of malware technologies, hacking techniques, and social engineering tactics that cybercriminals use to cause harm, breach data, and render

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