Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

“These are remote code execution vulnerabilities in the Windows Internet Key Exchange protocol that could be triggered if an attacker sends a specially crafted IP packet,” wrote Jon Munshaw and Asheer Malhotra. ” To turn on Lockdown Mode in iOS 16, go to Settings , then Privacy and Security , then Lockdown Mode.

Spyware 184

Spyware Cyber threats Security Defenses Cyber Attacks 184

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 2, 2023

million servers appear to be exposed to the internet which makes them vulnerable to these attacks. Servers should be isolated from internet access until patches for all vulnerabilities are available. Read next: Network Protection: How to Secure a Network Weekly Vulnerability Recap – Sept. RCE vulnerability CVE-2023-42117 = 8.1

DDOS 109

DDOS Encryption Software Ransomware 109

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

9 Security Flaws Discovered in Schweitzer Power Management Products Type of attack: The security threats associated with the flaws in Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) power management devices include remote code execution, arbitrary code execution, access to administrator rights, and watering hole attacks.

VPN 113

VPN Firmware Authentication Phishing 113

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

This customization delivers a more targeted and effective approach to security by matching firewall settings with the device or user’s specific requirements. This shortcoming makes it difficult to guarantee device security in offline or isolated contexts.

Firewall 109

Firewall Mobile Network Security Software 109

SecureList

APRIL 27, 2021

During routine monitoring of detections for FinFisher spyware tools, we discovered traces that point to recent FinFly Web deployments. The threat actor leverages tailor-made malicious documents with embedded macros that trigger an infection chain, opening a URL in Internet Explorer.

Malware 141

Malware Spyware Government Social Engineering 141

Spinone

MARCH 20, 2019

This is especially true in the world of security. The best security defenses can be totally compromised by a single individual making the wrong decision, either accidentally or knowingly. These can include viruses, trojans, worms, spyware and adware.

Security Awareness 70

Security Awareness Wireless Ransomware Passwords 70

eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Sophos: Noted that 43% of all 2023 malware signature updates are for stealers, spyware, and keyloggers often used to steal credentials from devices. Company instructions to keep hands off internal network traffic leads to internet service provider (ISP) suppression of only 1% of the 100,000 monthly outgoing DDoS attacks.

Cybersecurity 121

Cybersecurity DDOS Penetration Testing Passwords 121