Krebs on Security
AUGUST 25, 2023
Security consulting giant Kroll disclosed today that a SIM-swapping attack against one of its employees led to the theft of user information for multiple cryptocurrency platforms that are relying on Kroll services in their ongoing bankruptcy proceedings. And there are indications that fraudsters may already be exploiting the stolen data in phishing attacks.
Schneier on Security
AUGUST 25, 2023
This article talks about new Mexican laws about food labeling, and the lengths to which food manufacturers are going to ensure that they are not effective. There are the typical high-pressure lobbying tactics and lawsuits. But there’s also examples of companies hacking the laws: Companies like Coca-Cola and Kraft Heinz have begun designing their products so that their packages don’t have a true front or back, but rather two nearly identical labels—except for the fact that only
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Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 25, 2023
A new variant of malware called XLoader is targeting macOS users. Learn more about how to protect yourself from this malicious software.
Malwarebytes
AUGUST 25, 2023
New research highlights another potential danger from IoT devices, with a popular make of smart light bulbs placing your Wi-Fi network password at risk. Researchers from the University of London and Universita di Catania produced a paper explaining the dangers of common IoT products. In this case, how smart bulbs can be compromised to gain access to your home or office network.
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Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 25, 2023
The Cisco Talos report exposes new malware used by the group to target Internet backbone infrastructure and healthcare organizations in the U.K. and the U.S.
Security Affairs
AUGUST 25, 2023
Experts observed the SmokeLoader malware delivering a new Wi-Fi scanning malware strain dubbed Whiffy Recon. Secureworks Counter Threat Unit (CTU) researchers observed the Smoke Loader botnet dropping a new Wi-Fi scanning malware named Whiffy Recon. The malicious code triangulates the positions of the infected systems using nearby Wi-Fi access points as a data point for Google’s geolocation API. “The scan results are mapped to a JSON structure (see Figure 5) that is sent to the Googl
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Digital Shadows
AUGUST 25, 2023
Loader malware is working behind the scenes in many organizations' environments, doing the heavy lifting that helps an infection spread. ReliaQuest has picked out the most commonly observed loaders and outlined why SOC analysts should worry about them, plus how to defend against them.
Security Affairs
AUGUST 25, 2023
China-linked APT group Flax Typhoon targeted dozens of organizations in Taiwan as part of a suspected espionage campaign. Microsoft linked the Chinese APT Flax Typhoon (aka Ethereal Panda) to a cyber espionage campaign that targeted dozens of organizations in Taiwan. The researchers observed Flax Typhoon gaining and maintaining long-term access to Taiwanese organizations’ networks with minimal use of malware.
Security Boulevard
AUGUST 25, 2023
It’s been reported that 2.6 million user records sourced from the Duolingo app are for sale. The attacker apparently obtained them from an open API provided by the company. There’s a more technical explanation available here. While we talk a lot about the vulnerabilities in the OWASP API Top-10 and the exploits associated with those [.] The post API Abuse – Lessons from the Duolingo Data Scraping Attack appeared first on Wallarm.
Cisco Security
AUGUST 25, 2023
In our March 2023 blog, “What is EPSS and Why Does It Matter?” , Michael Roytman, Distinguished Engineer at Cisco (former Chief Data Scientist at Kenna Security) and co-creator of EPSS, covers the role the Exploit Prediction Scoring System (EPSS) plays in a security program. To sum it up, EPSS enables practitioners to have a defensible way to forecast how likely a newly published vulnerability is to become exploited before attackers have a chance to build new ransomware or exploits.
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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.
SecureList
AUGUST 25, 2023
Lockbit is one of the most prevalent ransomware strains. It comes with an affiliate ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) program offering up to 80% of the ransom demand to participants, and includes a bug bounty program for those who detect and report vulnerabilities that allow files to be decrypted without paying the ransom. According to the Lockbit owners, the namesake cybercriminal group, there have been bounty payments of up to 50 thousand dollars.
SecureBlitz
AUGUST 25, 2023
Learn how to prepare for a cyber assessment in this post. Cybersecurity assessments are more important than ever in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape. These assessments are designed to uncover vulnerabilities and help organizations strengthen their cyber defenses. This article offers guidance on how to prepare for a cyber assessment, ensuring that your business remains […] The post How To Prepare For A Cyber Assessment appeared first on SecureBlitz Cybersecurity.
Heimadal Security
AUGUST 25, 2023
The fact that malicious software gets smarter and more sophisticated every day that goes by is no news to any IT professional. Add the fact that the attack surface continues to expand as our lives get highly connected to the Internet, and you have the perfect storm. Cybersecurity experts’ first response – to get more […] The post How to Choose the Best XDR Solution for Your Organization?
GlobalSign
AUGUST 25, 2023
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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.
Heimadal Security
AUGUST 25, 2023
HIDS stands for host-based intrusion detection system and is an application that monitors a computer or network for suspicious activities. The monitored activities can include external actors` intrusions and also internal misuse of resources or data. A host intrusion detection system’s job is to look for suspicious activities or unusual patterns that could result in […] The post What Is a Host Intrusion Detection System (HIDS) and How It Works appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.
Malwarebytes
AUGUST 25, 2023
Google has published details about the first weekly update for the Chrome browser. Recently Google announced that it would start shipping weekly security updates for the Stable channel (the version most of us use). Regular Chrome releases will still come every four weeks, but to get security fixes out faster, updates to address security and other high impact bugs will be scheduled weekly.
Heimadal Security
AUGUST 25, 2023
XDR software collects and processes data from various security layers, networks, and endpoints in an organization`s IT environment. It is a fast and accurate tool that helps security teams detect and respond faster to cyber threats wherever they might be located: endpoints, networks, or the cloud. In a more and more complex threat landscape, XDR […] The post How Does XDR Software Help Security Teams appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.
The Hacker News
AUGUST 25, 2023
Risk and financial advisory solutions provider Kroll on Friday disclosed that one of its employees fell victim to a "highly sophisticated" SIM swapping attack. The incident, which took place on August 19, 2023, targeted the employee's T-Mobile account, the company said.
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
AUGUST 25, 2023
Given the complexity of today’s digital environment, organizations, especially Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), are learning that maintaining a robust security posture is a top priority and are turning to Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) to help them secure their critical assets. Smaller businesses frequently struggle with limited resources and a lack of technical expertise, […] The post XDR Security for MSSPs appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.
The Hacker News
AUGUST 25, 2023
Every company has some level of tech debt. Unless you’re a brand new start-up, you most likely have a patchwork of solutions that have been implemented throughout the years, often under various leadership teams with different priorities and goals. As those technologies age, they can leave your organization vulnerable to cyber threats.
Malwarebytes
AUGUST 25, 2023
A wave of video game developer compromises has come to a court-based conclusion for those responsible , with several convictions the end result. Arion Kurtaj, and a second teen who cannot be named due to their age, are finding themselves to be in quite a lot of trouble after repeated and sustained attacks on multiple businesses. The infamous Lapsus$ ransomware gang gained notoriety for a number of attacks against companies involved in game development, or companies closely associated with gaming
The Hacker News
AUGUST 25, 2023
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is warning that Barracuda Networks Email Security Gateway (ESG) appliances patched against a recently disclosed critical flaw continue to be at risk of potential compromise from suspected Chinese hacking groups.
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Heimadal Security
AUGUST 25, 2023
Choosing the right endpoint security software can feel overwhelming, especially in a market valued at 13.4 billion U.S. dollars in 2023 and expected to grow to 29 billion U.S. dollars by 2027 (Statista). Organizations worldwide turn to endpoint security solutions to safeguard their valuable digital assets, and critical data, while making sure they can run […] The post The 12 Best Endpoint Security Software Solutions and Tools [2023] appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.
The Hacker News
AUGUST 25, 2023
Two U.K. teenagers have been convicted by a jury in London for being part of the notorious LAPSUS$ (aka Slippy Spider) transnational gang and for orchestrating a series of brazen, high-profile hacks against major tech firms and demanding a ransom in exchange for not leaking the stolen information.
Dark Reading
AUGUST 25, 2023
Deployed by the infamous SmokeLoader botnet, the location-tracking malware could be used for a host of follow-on cyberattacks or even physical targeting.
The Hacker News
AUGUST 25, 2023
A nation-state activity group originating from China has been linked to cyber attacks on dozens of organizations in Taiwan as part of a suspected espionage campaign. The Microsoft Threat Intelligence team is tracking the activity under the name Flax Typhoon, which is also known as Ethereal Panda.
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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
AUGUST 25, 2023
The cyber-espionage group has created a stealthy, hard-to-mitigate network of persistent access across a range of organizations, but the endgame is unclear.
Bleeping Computer
AUGUST 25, 2023
Pôle emploi, France's governmental unemployment registration and financial aid agency, is informing of a data breach that exposed data belonging to 10 million individuals. [.
Dark Reading
AUGUST 25, 2023
Roblox gaming developers are lured in by a package that claims to create useful scripts to interact with the Roblox website, for example by “promot(ing) users, shout events, and so on, or to create Discord utiltiies (sic) to manage their community.
Bleeping Computer
AUGUST 25, 2023
Multiple reports on social media warn of a data breach at financial and risk advisory company Kroll that resulted in exposing to an unauthorized third-party the personal data of some credit claimants. [.
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