Tue.Aug 02, 2022

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Surveillance of Your Car

Schneier on Security

TheMarkup has an extensive analysis of connected vehicle data and the companies that are collecting it. The Markup has identified 37 companies that are part of the rapidly growing connected vehicle data industry that seeks to monetize such data in an environment with few regulations governing its sale or use. While many of these companies stress they are using aggregated or anonymized data, the unique nature of location and movement data increases the potential for violations of user privacy.

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No SOCKS, No Shoes, No Malware Proxy Services!

Krebs on Security

With the recent demise of several popular “proxy” services that let cybercriminals route their malicious traffic through hacked PCs, there is now something of a supply chain crisis gripping the underbelly of the Internet. Compounding the problem, several remaining malware-based proxy services have chosen to block new registrations to avoid swamping their networks with a sudden influx of customers.

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Interview: Joseph Steinberg, CyberSecurity Expert and Author

Joseph Steinberg

CyberSecurity Expert, Joseph Steinberg, was recently interviewed by the team at Utopia — a group of networking-technology enthusiasts seeking to provide readers with wise insights on security, privacy, and cryptocurrency — insights gained through interviews of people with considerable related experience. Utopia seeks to help transform our society into one in which everyone can feel free from censorship, surveillance, and data leakage — and does so by increasingly helping people

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Black Kite: Cost of data breach averages $15 million

Tech Republic Security

With the median cost per incident coming in at $130,000, most data breaches do not cross the $1 million threshold. The post Black Kite: Cost of data breach averages $15 million appeared first on TechRepublic.

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How to Avoid Pitfalls In Automation: Keep Humans In the Loop

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.

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New Linux Malware Surges, Surpassing Android

eSecurity Planet

Linux malware is skyrocketing and now surpasses both macOS and Android, according to a new report, suggesting that cybercriminals are increasingly targeting the open source operating system. The Atlas VPN report said the number of new Linux malware samples collected soared by 646% from the first half of 2021 to the first half of 2022, from 226,334 samples to nearly 1.7 million.

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How to remove and overwrite all data on a hard drive for free in Windows 11

Tech Republic Security

A special parameter in the Windows 11 Format command will overwrite all data on a hard drive with random numbers, eliminating access to sensitive information. The post How to remove and overwrite all data on a hard drive for free in Windows 11 appeared first on TechRepublic.

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VMware fixed critical authentication bypass vulnerability

Security Affairs

VMware patched a critical authentication bypass security flaw, tracked as CVE-2022-31656, impacting local domain users in multiple products. VMware has addressed a critical authentication bypass security flaw, tracked as CVE-2022-31656, impacting local domain users in multiple products. An unauthenticated attacker can exploit the vulnerability to gain admin privileges. “A malicious actor with network access to the UI may be able to obtain administrative access without the need to authentic

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Google Play Store Announces New Standards In Countering Misinformation And Improving Security

Appknox

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Taiwan Presidential Office website comes under Cyber Attack

CyberSecurity Insiders

An overseas distributed denial of service attack aka Ddos targeted the website of Taiwan’s Presidential Office disrupting its normal operations for about 30-40 minutes. However, the IT staff of the government were quick enough to recover from the incident as they already had recovery measures in place, if/when such incidents occur. The attack came just a few hours before the visit of Nancy Patricia Pelosi- the American Politician and Speaker of the House of Representatives, United States.

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Microsoft 365 Backup: Myth?Busting Session

Tech Republic Security

There’s many opinions on whether to protect Microsoft 365 data — but what are the hard facts? Watch this myth?busting session with Associate Research Director at IDC, Archana Venkatraman, as she shares her latest research and insights on: The state of the Microsoft 365 data protection market Why it is an imperative to protect Microsoft. The post Microsoft 365 Backup: Myth?

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Why Giant Content Libraries Do Nothing for Your Employees’ Cyber Resilience

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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Universities Put Email Users at Cyber Risk

Threatpost

DMARC analysis by Proofpoint shows that institutions in the U.S. have among some of the poorest protections to prevent domain spoofing and lack protections to block fraudulent emails.

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Gootkit AaaS malware is still active and uses updated tactics

Security Affairs

Gootkit access-as-a-service (AaaS) malware is back with tactics and fileless delivery of Cobalt Strike beacons. Gootkit runs on an access-a-as-a-service model, it is used by different groups to drop additional malicious payloads on the compromised systems. Gootkit has been known to use fileless techniques to deliver threats such as the SunCrypt , and REvil (Sodinokibi) ransomware, Kronos trojans, and Cobalt Strike.

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Google Patches Critical Android Flaw

Hacker Combat

Google released a security alert on Monday outlining the most recent batch of Android operating system upgrades. There have been fixes for thirty-two vulnerabilities, including a serious flaw that might allow Bluetooth to be used for remote code execution. The System component is vulnerable, according to the CVE-2022-20345 tracking number. Updates for Android 12 and 12L have patched it.

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Auto Industry at Higher Risk of Cyberattacks in 2023

The State of Security

Cyberattacks are an increasingly common occurrence for a spectrum of industries. Rising cybercrime affects everyone, but certain sectors are more at risk than others. In 2023, the auto industry could face particularly significant dangers. Attacks in the automotive space can impact automakers, automotive fleets, and consumers alike. Reducing these risks will be crucial as more […]… Read More.

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Zero Trust Mandate: The Realities, Requirements and Roadmap

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.

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Start as you mean to go on: the top 10 steps to securing your new computer

We Live Security

Whether you are getting ready for back-to-school season, getting new work laptop or fancying a new gamer's pc, learn the steps to protect your new PC from cyberthreats. The post Start as you mean to go on: the top 10 steps to securing your new computer appeared first on WeLiveSecurity.

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Cryptocoin “token swapper” Nomad loses $200 million in coding blunder

Naked Security

Transactions were only approved, it seems, if they were initiated by. errrrr, by anyone.

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5 Steps to Becoming Secure by Design in the Face of Evolving Cyber Threats

Dark Reading

From adopting zero-trust security models to dynamic environments to operating under an "assumed breach" mentality, here are ways IT departments can reduce vulnerabilities as they move deliberately to become more secure.

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LockBit 3.0 affiliate sideloads Cobalt Strike through Windows Defender?

Security Affairs

An affiliate of the LockBit 3.0 RaaS operation has been abusing the Windows Defender command-line tool to deploy Cobalt Strike payloads. During a recent investigation, SentinelOne researchers observed threat actors associated with the LockBit 3.0 ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operation abusing the Windows Defender command line tool MpCmdRun.exe to decrypt and load Cobalt Strike payloads.

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Next-Level Fraud Prevention: Strategies for Today’s Threat Landscape

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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Massive New Phishing Campaign Targets Microsoft Email Service Users

Dark Reading

The campaign uses adversary-in-the-middle techniques to bypass multifactor authentication, evade detection.

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Austria investigates DSIRF firm for allegedly developing Subzero spyware 

Security Affairs

Austria is investigating a report that an Austrian firm DSIRF developed spyware targeting law firms, banks and consultancies. At the end of July, Microsoft Threat Intelligence Center (MSTIC) and the Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) researchers linked a threat group known as Knotweed to an Austrian surveillance firm named DSIRF, known for using multiple Windows and Adobe zero-day exploits.

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Chinese Hackers Using New Manjusaka Hacking Framework Similar to Cobalt Strike

The Hacker News

Researchers have disclosed a new offensive framework called Manjusaka that they call a "Chinese sibling of Sliver and Cobalt Strike.

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VMware urges admins to patch critical auth bypass bug immediately

Bleeping Computer

VMware has warned admins today to patch a critical authentication bypass security flaw affecting local domain users in multiple products and enabling unauthenticated attackers to gain admin privileges. [.].

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Prevent Data Breaches With Zero-Trust Enterprise Password Management

Keeper Security is transforming cybersecurity for people and organizations around the world. Keeper’s affordable and easy-to-use solutions are built on a foundation of zero-trust and zero-knowledge security to protect every user on every device. Our next-generation privileged access management solution deploys in minutes and seamlessly integrates with any tech stack to prevent breaches, reduce help desk costs and ensure compliance.

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What is ransomware and how can you defend your business from it?

The Hacker News

Ransomware is a kind of malware used by cybercriminals to stop users from accessing their systems or files; the cybercriminals then threaten to leak, destroy or withhold sensitive information unless a ransom is paid. Ransomware attacks can target either the data held on computer systems (known as locker ransomware) or devices (crypto-ransomware).

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Microsoft Intros New Attack Surface Management, Threat Intel Tools

Dark Reading

Microsoft says the new tools will give security teams an attacker's-eye view of their systems and supercharge their investigation and remediation efforts.

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LockBit Ransomware Abuses Windows Defender to Deploy Cobalt Strike Payload

The Hacker News

A threat actor associated with the LockBit 3.0 ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operation has been observed abusing the Windows Defender command-line tool to decrypt and load Cobalt Strike payloads. According to a report published by SentinelOne last week, the incident occurred after obtaining initial access via the Log4Shell vulnerability against an unpatched VMware Horizon Server.

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Microsoft announces new external attack surface audit tool

Bleeping Computer

Microsoft has announced a new security product allowing security teams to spot Internet-exposed resources in their organization's environment that attackers could use to breach their networks. [.].

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Optimizing The Modern Developer Experience with Coder

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.

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New 'ParseThru' Parameter Smuggling Vulnerability Affects Golang-based Applications

The Hacker News

Security researchers have discovered a new vulnerability called ParseThru affecting Golang-based applications that could be abused to gain unauthorized access to cloud-based applications.

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Employees’ Side Hustles: The Hidden Threat to Your Organization’s Cybersecurity

Security Boulevard

Do your employees have a side gig they’re passionate about? They may be unintentionally putting your security at risk. Here’s why you shouldn’t overlook those side gigs. A 2021 report by the U.S. Census Bureau said the trend of working two or more jobs is on the rise and with the gig economy booming, more and more … Continued. The post Employees’ Side Hustles: The Hidden Threat to Your Organization’s Cybersecurity appeared first on DTEX Systems Inc.

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VMware Releases Patches for Several New Flaws Affecting Multiple Products

The Hacker News

Virtualization services provider VMware on Tuesday shipped updates to address 10 security flaws affecting multiple products that could be abused by unauthenticated attackers to perform malicious actions. The issues tracked from CVE-2022-31656 through CVE-2022-31665 (CVSS scores: 4.7 - 9.

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A Look Inside the LockBit Ransomware Gang

Security Boulevard

Ransomware continues to be one of the biggest and most damaging types of cyberattacks today, as gangs are always evaluating and updating their tactics to circumvent defenses. These types of attacks can be especially alarming when they target government agencies. Recently, the infamous LockBit ransomware gang launched an attack on the Italian tax agency (Agenzia delle Entrate), where it claims.

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The Tumultuous IT Landscape Is Making Hiring More Difficult

After a year of sporadic hiring and uncertain investment areas, tech leaders are scrambling to figure out what’s next. This whitepaper reveals how tech leaders are hiring and investing for the future. Download today to learn more!