Schneier on Security
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Depending on where you are when you download your Android apps, it might collect more or less data about you. The apps we downloaded from Google Play also showed differences based on country in their security and privacy capabilities. One hundred twenty-seven apps varied in what the apps were allowed to access on users’ mobile phones, 49 of which had additional permissions deemed “dangerous” by Google.
Krebs on Security
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Someone has recently created a large number of fake LinkedIn profiles for Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) roles at some of the world’s largest corporations. It’s not clear who’s behind this network of fake CISOs or what their intentions may be. But the fabricated LinkedIn identities are confusing search engine results for CISO roles at major companies, and they are being indexed as gospel by various downstream data-scraping sources.
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Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
A new malware named Chaos raises concerns as it spreads on multiple architectures and operating systems. The post New Chaos malware spreads over multiple architectures appeared first on TechRepublic.
Bleeping Computer
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
The Brave browser will soon allows users to block annoying and potentially privacy-harming cookie consent banners on all websites they visit. [.].
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Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Professional risk factors into career decisions, and successful women need to encourage other women to accept the risks, says Accenture. The post Report finds women are declining CISO/CSO roles appeared first on TechRepublic.
We Live Security
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
ESET researchers have discovered Lazarus attacks against targets in the Netherlands and Belgium that use spearphishing emails connected to fake job offers. The post Amazon‑themed campaigns of Lazarus in the Netherlands and Belgium appeared first on WeLiveSecurity.
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Security Affairs
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Researchers from Mandiant have discovered a novel malware persistence technique within VMware ESXi Hypervisors. Mandiant detailed a novel technique used by malware authors to achieve administrative access within VMware ESXi Hypervisors and take over vCenter servers and virtual machines for Windows and Linux to perform the following actions: Send commands to the hypervisor that will be routed to the guest VM for execution Transfer files between the ESXi hypervisor and guest machines running benea
The State of Security
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
A 40-year-old man could face up to 10 years in prison, after admitting in a US District Court to sabotaging his former employer’s computer systems. Casey K Umetsu, of Honolulu, Hawaii, has pleaded guilty to charges that he deliberately misdirected a financial company’s email traffic and prevented customers from reaching its website in a failed […]… Read More.
Security Affairs
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Security researchers are warning of a new Microsoft Exchange zero-day that are being exploited by malicious actors in the wild. Cybersecurity firm GTSC discovered two Microsoft Exchange zero-day vulnerabilities that are under active exploitation in attacks in the wild. Both flaws were discovered by the researchers as part of an incident response activity in August 2022, they are remote code execution issues.
CSO Magazine
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Around 40% of ethical hackers recently surveyed by the SANS Institute said they can break into most environments they test, if not all. Nearly 60% said they need five hours or less to break into a corporate environment once they identify a weakness. The SANS ethical hacking survey , done in partnership with security firm Bishop Fox, is the first of its kind and collected responses from over 300 ethical hackers working in different roles inside organizations, with different levels of experience a
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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.
Security Boulevard
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Cyberattack Warning: The Latest Development as Tensions Between Russia and Ukraine Continue Escalating. A statement from the Ukrainian government issued earlier this week warns energy enterprises inside of Ukraine and those of allies worldwide to increase alert for potential cyberattacks related to current Russia-Ukraine war dynamics. (1) The release also cites possible “DDoS attacks” on Ukraine’s allies, Poland, and unnamed Baltic nations.
Bleeping Computer
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Threat actors are exploiting yet-to-be-disclosed Microsoft Exchange zero-day bugs allowing for remote code execution, according to claims made by security researchers at Vietnamese cybersecurity outfit GTSC, who first spotted and reported the attacks. [.].
The Hacker News
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
A Brazilian threat actor known as Prilex has resurfaced after a year-long operational hiatus with an advanced and complex malware to steal money by means of fraudulent transactions. "The Prilex group has shown a high level of knowledge about credit and debit card transactions, and how software used for payment processing works," Kaspersky researchers said.
Bleeping Computer
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Security researchers have discovered a malicious campaign by the 'Witchetty' hacking group, which uses steganography to hide a backdoor malware in a Windows logo. [.].
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SecureBlitz
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Want the best cybersecurity podcasts? Read on! Every cybersecurity expert needs to stay updated on the latest happenings, tips, and information in the cybersecurity field. However, not everyone loves to read newspapers or paper magazines which are fast becoming old-fashioned. Technology has made cybersecurity information more accessible with the advent of podcasts, a more flexible […].
CSO Magazine
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
A recently discovered malware builder sold on the dark web , Quantum Builder, is being used in a new campaign featuring fresh tactics to deliver the Agent Tesla.NET-based keylogger and remote access trojan (RAT), according to an alert issued by the ThreatLabz research unit of cybersecurity company Zscaler.
Heimadal Security
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Patch management is nowadays a necessity for every company that wants to stay safe from cyberattacks, and to ensure that their business is running efficiently, according to the latest software standards. However, what some businesses may not figure out is that patch management is only a string in the net that keeps threat actors at […]. The post Patch Management vs Vulnerability Management: A Comparison appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Cybersecurity threats and attacks are on an upswing with no end in sight. It’s clear that organizations must do more to protect their data and employees. AMD and Microsoft have worked together to integrate hardware and software security features to help protect today’s mobile workforce. Read more to learn about AMD Ryzen™ PRO 6000 series. The post How Multilayered Security Features Help Protect Modern Devices from New Threats appeared first on TechRepublic.
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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.
Security Boulevard
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
,Password fatigue is the feeling of frustration people develop towards having to use, remember or reset passwords to access their accounts. Unfortunately, the necessity for account security means that passwords are a pervasive element of modern life, with one study finding that the average user has over 100 passwords. In addition, over 40% of users keep professional passwords in their memory , leading to extensive strain and frustration when we can’t recall them.
The Hacker News
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Security researchers are warning of previously undisclosed flaws in fully patched Microsoft Exchange servers being exploited by malicious actors in real-world attacks to achieve remote code execution on affected systems. That's according to Vietnamese cybersecurity company GTSC, which discovered the shortcomings as part of its security monitoring and incident response efforts in August 2022.
CyberSecurity Insiders
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
It might sound weird! But according to a survey, half of the US Consumer’s Personal Data was stolen or compromised last year. This was revealed in a 2022 Consumer Impact report released by Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) on Tuesday this week. As per the response given by 1371 consumers who were questioned about their experience, it is estimated that half of the population have or might have experienced data theft that was stolen, or compromised in a data breach or misused last year.
InfoWorld on Security
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
In the days of the on-premises data center and early cloud adoption, the roles of application developers, infrastructure operations, and security were largely siloed. In the cloud, this division of labor increases the time-to-market for innovation, reduces productivity, and invites unnecessary risk. In a data center environment, developers build software applications, IT teams build the infrastructure needed to run those applications, and security teams are responsible for ensuring that applicat
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We Live Security
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
The attack involved the first recorded abuse of a security vulnerability in a Dell driver that was patched in May 2021. The post ESET Research into new attacks by Lazarus – Week in security with Tony Anscombe appeared first on WeLiveSecurity.
Bleeping Computer
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Microsoft says the North Korean-sponsored Lazarus threat group is trojanizing legitimate open-source software and using it to backdoor organizations in many industry sectors, such as technology, defense, and media entertainment. [.].
Heimadal Security
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
On Wednesday, at around 11:00 AM, Heimdal® representatives received a suggestive email regarding an urgent money transfer. Ensuing an internal investigation, it was discovered that the email which, purportedly, was sent by Morten Kjaersgaard, the company’s CEO, was in fact a fraud attempt. Forensics were inconclusive in this regard; the email itself appeared to be […].
Security Boulevard
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Zero Trust Is (also) About Protecting Machine Identities. brooke.crothers. Thu, 09/29/2022 - 09:42. 4 views. Move towards an identity-based Zero Trust cybersecurity approach. The importance of identities is reflected in the recent strategy for a Zero Trust cybersecurity , published by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). In accordance with the memorandum, the strategy “places significant emphasis on stronger enterprise identity and access controls.”.
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Bleeping Computer
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Microsoft has confirmed that two recently reported zero-day vulnerabilities in Microsoft Exchange Server 2013, 2016, and 2019 are being exploited in the wild. [.].
Naked Security
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Latest episode - listen now! Tell fact from fiction in hyped-up cybersecurity news.
Bleeping Computer
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
An IT system administrator of a prominent financial company based in Hawaii, U.S., used a pair of credentials that hadn't been invalidated after he was laid off to wreak havoc on his employer. [.].
Dark Reading
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Capital One lures leveraged the bank's new partnership with Authentify, showing that phishers watch the headlines, and take advantage.
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