Schneier on Security

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

The Aspen Institute has published a good analysis of the successes, failures, and absences of cyberattacks as part of the current war in Ukraine: “ The Cyber Defense Assistance Imperative ­ Lessons from Ukraine.” Its conclusion: Cyber defense assistance in Ukraine is working. The Ukrainian government and Ukrainian critical infrastructure organizations have better defended themselves and achieved higher levels of resiliency due to the efforts of CDAC and many others.

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Tech Republic Security

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

There are too few cybersecurity experts to fill jobs, but a new study sees the crunch increasing through 2025 as cybersecurity experts head for the hills. The post Report: Stress will drive a quarter of cyber defenders out the door appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

In this blog, we will discuss what GDPR compliance entails and provide tips on how to create an effective GDPR data protection policy. The post How to Create a GDPR Data Protection Policy appeared first on Scytale. The post How to Create a GDPR Data Protection Policy appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Trend Micro

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Trend Micro’s Managed Extended Detection and Response (MxDR) team discovered that a file called x32dbg.exe was used to sideload a malicious DLL we identified as a variant of PlugX.

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Speaker: Erroll Amacker

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Risk

Graham Cluley

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Malicious hackers are taking advantage of people searching the internet for free access to ChatGPT in order to direct them to malware and phishing sites. Read more in my article on the Hot for Security blog.

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We Live Security

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

The targeted region, and overlap in behavior and code, suggest the tool is used by the infamous North Korea-aligned APT group The post WinorDLL64: A backdoor from the vast Lazarus arsenal?

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Bleeping Computer

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Microsoft says some antivirus exclusions previously recommended for Exchange servers should be removed to boost their security. [.

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Trend Micro

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

This 3-part blog series takes an in-depth look at the evolution of ransomware business models, from the early stages to current trends.

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Naked Security

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Latest episode - listen now! Top-notch advice for cybersecurity, both at work and at home.

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CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Proof-of-concept exploit code is now available for a critical vulnerability in Fortinet FortiNAC appliances and attackers have already started using it in the wild. Users are advised to patch their systems as soon as possible. FortiNAC is a zero-trust network access solution that can be deployed both as a hardware device or as a virtual machine appliance.

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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.

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SecureBlitz

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Here, I will show you the K7 Antivirus review. Read on! An antivirus is an essential software you must have on your device. It will keep the device safe. But before installing any antivirus software, you must be sure it is reliable. In other words, you trust it. K7 Antivirus is one software many users […] The post Honest K7 Antivirus Review: Affordable Antivirus Starting At $9 Per Year appeared first on SecureBlitz Cybersecurity.

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The Hacker News

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

A new backdoor associated with a malware downloader named Wslink has been discovered, with the tool likely used by the notorious North Korea-aligned Lazarus Group, new findings reveal. The payload, dubbed WinorDLL64 by ESET, is a fully-featured implant that can exfiltrate, overwrite, and delete files; execute PowerShell commands; and obtain comprehensive information about the underlying machine.

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Bleeping Computer

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Canada's second-largest telecom, TELUS is investigating a potential data breach after a threat actor shared samples online of what appears to be employee data. The threat actor subsequently shared screenshots apparently showing private source code repositories and payroll records held by the company. [.

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Dark Reading

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Sharing attestations on software supply chain data that are formed into a policy will give us a framework to interpret risk and develop compliance directives.

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Bleeping Computer

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Dole Food Company, one of the world's largest producers and distributors of fresh fruit and vegetables, has announced that it is dealing with a ransomware attack that impacted its operations. [.

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Dark Reading

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

The number of people who have made the weaponized software available for sharing via torrent suggests that many unsuspecting victims may have downloaded the XMRig coin miner.

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BH Consulting

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Have you given much thought to how secure your smartphone is? There are plenty of resources to help you with responding to a suspected compromised desktop PC or laptop. But what happens if you think your mobile has been breached? How would you know? What do you do? In this blog, we’ll look at how you can minimise the impact of your personal mobile being compromised.

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The Hacker News

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Trojanized versions of legitimate applications are being used to deploy evasive cryptocurrency mining malware on macOS systems. Jamf Threat Labs, which made the discovery, said the XMRig coin miner was executed as Final Cut Pro, a video editing software from Apple, which contained an unauthorized modification. "This malware makes use of the Invisible Internet Project (i2p) [.

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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.

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SecureBlitz

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

In this post, I will show you the most important factors to consider when choosing a reliable SCA tool… Software composition analysis, or SCA for short, is a term that you will hear more and more frequently, whether you work as a developer or a security engineer. assuming, of course, that you haven’t already. The […] The post The Most Important Factors to Consider When Choosing a Reliable SCA Tool appeared first on SecureBlitz Cybersecurity.

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Tech Republic Security

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Data in transit means data is at risk if the proper precautions aren’t followed. Data stored inside a securely monitored environment is much less likely to fall into the wrong hands than data exchanged between people and systems. With this in mind, it is essential for company personnel to adhere to firm and clear guidelines. The post Transmission of sensitive data policy appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Trend Micro

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Transformation to a SaaS-based cybersecurity vendor

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CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Nearly half of CISOs will change jobs by 2025 due to stress caused by the risk of being breached while trying to retain staff, according to the Gartner report, Predicts 2023: Cybersecurity Industry Focuses on the Human Deal. The research firm found that the stressors of the cybersecurity world make the job of a cybersecurity professional unsustainable.

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Graham Cluley

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Graham Cluley Security News is sponsored this week by the folks at Kolide. Thanks to the great team there for their support! Here’s an uncomfortable fact: at most companies, employees can download sensitive company data onto any device, keep it there forever, and never even know that they’re doing something wrong.

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WIRED Threat Level

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Mozilla researchers found that apps often provide inaccurate data use disclosures, giving people “a false sense of security.

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Bleeping Computer

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Security researchers discovered a cryptomining operation targeting macOS with a malicious version of Final Cut Pro that remains largely undetected by antivirus engines. [.

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WIRED Threat Level

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

With Russia regularly knocking out Ukraine’s power grid, the country has turned to high-capacity batteries to keep it connected to the world—and itself.

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Dark Reading

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Security Pro File: The old-school hacker traces a path from young hardware tinkerer to senior cybersecurity executive.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Threat actors are actively exploiting the Fortinet FortiNAC vulnerability CVE-2022-39952 a few hours after the publication of the PoC exploit code. This week, researchers at Horizon3 cybersecurity firm have released a proof-of-concept exploit for a critical-severity vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2022-39952 , in Fortinet’s FortiNAC network access control solution.

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Heimadal Security

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

There has been a surge in cyber-attacks against cloud service providers (CSPs) and managed service providers (MSPs). Resecurity recently alerted several data center organizations about a malicious cyber campaign targeting both the organizations and their clients. Threat actors orchestrated all of these attacks in order to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information belonging to government organizations […] The post Researchers Warn: Cybercriminals Are Targeting Data Center Providers

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Dutch intelligence revealed that many cyber operations attributed to Russia against Ukraine and NATO members have yet to be publicly disclosed. According to a joint report published by the Dutch General Intelligence and Security Service (AIVD), and the Military Intelligence and Security Service (MIVD), many cyber operations conducted by Russia-linked hackers against Ukraine and NATO members during the past year have yet to be publicly disclosed. “Before and during the war, Russian intellig

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