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Ghost Ransomware a Persistent Global Threat to Critical Infrastructure

SecureWorld News

Ghost ransomware actors, identified as operating from China, have been targeting unpatched systems and stolen credentials to infiltrate networks, encrypt data, and demand ransom payments. Patching and vulnerability management Apply timely security updates to operating systems, software, and firmware.

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Cybersecurity in Aviation: Rising Threats and Modernization Efforts

SecureWorld News

Much of the industry still relies on legacy operational tech (OT) systems that lack modern security features such as automated patch management and encryption by default. Additionally, a distributed workforce, ranging from remote maintenance technicians to cabin crews, multiplies entry points for social-engineering tactics like phishing.

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The Crypto Game of Lazarus APT: Investors vs. Zero-days

SecureList

First vulnerability (CVE-2024-4947) The heart of every web browser is its JavaScript engine. The JavaScript engine of Google Chrome is called V8 — Google’s own open-source JavaScript engine. We started reverse engineering the game’s code and discovered that there was more content available beyond this start menu.

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Unanswered Questions Loom Over Cyber Attacks on M&S, Co-op & Harrods

Jane Frankland

While details remain sparse, reports suggest social engineering tactics like phishing, SIM swapping, and multi-factor authentication (MFA) fatigue attacks may have been used to infiltrate systems. Once inside, they’ll likely have used other methods to successfully bypass enterprise security tools.

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Mercedes-Benz Head Unit security research report

SecureList

Using this script, UDS commands can be easily distinguished from the regular network traffic of communication between the diagnostic software and hardware: We examined the diagnostic tool interface and decoded the traffic, which allowed us to find various UDS commands, such as for resetting the ECU, turning off the engine, and locking the doors.

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MY TAKE: Technology breakthroughs, emerging standards are coalescing to assure IoT integrity

The Last Watchdog

This HSM acts as a dedicated security engine within the microcontroller, performing essential checks during the device’s initial boot-up. It also validates the integrity of the firmware and checks for any unauthorized modifications. Pressure to advance IoT security is coming from other quarters, to be sure.

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Nastiest Malware 2024

Webroot

The rise of AI-driven phishing and social engineering, increased targeting of critical infrastructure, and the emergence of more sophisticated fileless malware are all trends that have shaped the cybersecurity battlefield this year. However, law enforcement continued to apply pressure throughout the year.

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