Overview Recently, we identified several critical Pwn Request vulnerabilities within GitHub Actions used by the Rspack repository. These vulnerabilities could allow an external attacker to submit a malicious pull request, without the requirement of being a prior contributor to the repository, and compromise the following secrets: NPM Deployment Token Compromise: Exploitation of the Pwn Request […]

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Daft name, serious risk: Kit from ActionTec and Sagemcom remotely ruined and required replacement.

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We are in an age when cybercriminals routinely steal credentials, and with so few organizations limiting privileges cloud security issues are rife.

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The funding cutbacks announced in February have continued to hobble NIST’s ability to keep the government’s National Vulnerabilities Database (NVD) up to date, with one cybersecurity company finding that more than 93% of the flaws added have not been analyzed or enhanced, a problem that will make organizations less safe. “With the recent slowdown of..

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Sonatype has discovered 'pytoileur', a malicious PyPI package hiding code that downloads and installs trojanized Windows binaries capable of surveillance, achieving persistence, and crypto-theft. Our discovery of the malware led us to probe into similar packages that are part of a wider, months-long "Cool package" campaign.

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OpenAI has a new Safety and Security Committee in place fewer than two weeks after disbanding its “superalignment” team, a year-old unit that was tasked with focusing on the long-term effects of AI.

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Cyber attack tactics are evolving, according to a new report, from advanced campaigns to exploiting weaknesses, and cybersecurity teams should be optimally employed.

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In recent cybersecurity news, Google has swiftly addressed a critical security concern by releasing an emergency update for its Chrome browser. This update targets the third zero-day vulnerability detected in less than a week. Let’s have a look at the details of this Google Chrome zero-day patch and understand its implications for user safety.   […]

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Privilege escalation is a critical security issue in Linux systems, potentially leading to full system compromise. The Dirty COW and Dirty Pipe vulnerabilities are popular examples of privilege escalation vulnerabilities in the Linux kernel. Modernize your Linux patching approach with an automated and rebootless patching solution, KernelCare Enterprise. Like any complex software, the Linux kernel […]

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Inglorious Basta(rds): 16 days on, huge hospital system continues to be paralyzed by ransomware—and patient safety is at risk.

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CISOs require a central hub for visualizing critical security data. Strobes RBVM empowers you to construct impactful CISO dashboards, transforming complex information into actionable insights. This guide equips you with...

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Legacy systems are attractive targets to bad actors because outdated components often mean that security vulnerabilities remain unpatched, offering exploitable footholds. “End of life” does not mean “end of vulnerability.”

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Communications hijacking, also known as “conversation hijacking,” has emerged as a significant threat to organizations worldwide. This form of cyberattack involves unauthorized interception or redirection of communication channels, leading to data breaches, financial loss, and damage to an organization’s reputation. Real-time incident response is a critical strategy in mitigating the risks associated with conversation hijacking […]

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Several vulnerabilities have been discovered in the Linux kernel that could lead to privilege escalation, denial of service, or information leaks. The Ubuntu security team has addressed these issues in the latest Ubuntu security updates for multiple releases. In this article, we will explore some of the vulnerabilities fixed and learn how to apply updates […]

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In recent developments concerning WordPress security, a significant vulnerability has come to light in the widely used LiteSpeed Cache plugin. This LiteSpeed cache bug, labeled CVE-2023-40000, poses a substantial risk to WordPress site owners, as it allows threat actors to exploit websites, gaining unauthorized access and control. Let’s delve into the details of this vulnerability, […]

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According to a new market research report published by Global Market Estimates, the global continuous threat exposure management (CTEM) market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.1% from...

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In episode 330 Tom, Scott, and Kevin discuss the new features for iPhones and Android phones designed to warn users about secret trackers, possibly aiding in identifying stalkers. The hosts discuss Apple and Google’s collaboration on a technology called DOLT (Detecting Unwanted Location Trackers), aiming to improve user privacy by detecting Bluetooth trackers like Tiles […]

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It took two brothers who went to MIT months to plan how they were going to steal, launder and hide millions of dollars in cryptocurrency -- and only 12 seconds to actually pull off the heist.

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VFCFinder analyzes commit histories to pinpoint the most likely commits associated with vulnerability fixes.

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The Internet of Things (IoT) has become a cornerstone of business innovation and efficiency. However, the rapid proliferation of IoT devices also introduces significant cybersecurity risks, particularly in the form of IoT vulnerabilities and botnet infections. These risks pose a direct threat to executives, who often use these technologies both personally and professionally. IoT devices […]

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Recently, the Ubuntu security team has fixed multiple security issues discovered in the GNU C library, commonly known as glibc. If left unaddressed, this can leave your system exposed to attackers who exploit these glibc vulnerabilities. The glibc library provides the foundation for many programs on your system. Therefore, it is crucial to patch these […]

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In the digital realm, security is paramount, especially when it comes to the applications we use daily. Recently, concerns have surfaced regarding vulnerabilities in popular Android applications available on the Google Play Store. Revelations by the Microsoft Threat Intelligence team have unearthed a WPS Office exploit dubbed the Dirty Stream attack, casting a spotlight on […]

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The operators behind the Ebury server-side malware botnet have been doing business since at least 2009 and, according to the threat researchers who have been tracking it for the last decade, are stronger and more active than ever. The malware has compromised at least 400,000 Linux servers over the past 15 years, with about 100,000..

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Phish Ahoy! Hacker took advantage of Dell’s lack of anti-scraping defense.

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Exit Planning is the strategic process of preparing for the eventual transfer or sale of a business. It takes into account the business owner’s personal and financial goals and involves decisions and actions that enable a smooth and organized exit from the business.  Exit planning presents a challenging time for business owners. As they prepare […]

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In recent Ubuntu and Debian security updates, several vulnerabilities have been addressed in Thunderbird, the popular open-source mail and newsgroup client. Attackers could use these vulnerabilities to cause a denial of service, execute arbitrary code, or disclose sensitive information. The Ubuntu security team has released the patches for Ubuntu 23.10, Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, and Ubuntu […]

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In the realm of cybersecurity, vigilance is paramount. Recently, the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) flagged a critical vulnerability in GitLab, a popular platform for collaborative software development. This GitLab password exploit tracked as CVE-2023-7028, has been actively exploited in the wild, posing significant risks to organizations utilizing GitLab for their development workflows. […]

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It was probably inevitable. Threat researchers detected bad actors using stolen credentials to target LLMs, with the eventual goal of selling the access to other hackers.

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Будет! Russian ransomware rascals riled a Roman Catholic healthcare organization.

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In August of last year, I examined several CPU bugs that posed serious security threats. The mitigations for these vulnerabilities generally involved either incorporating additional instructions or opting for alternative CPU instructions – strategies that lead to diminished system performance overall. My argument was that such vulnerabilities effectively revert your infrastructure to the technological level […]

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Recently, HPE Aruba Networking, formerly known as Aruba Networks, has encountered significant security challenges. Vulnerabilities in their ArubaOS, the proprietary network operating system, have been identified, posing serious risks, including remote code execution (RCE). In this article, we delve into the details of these HPE Aruba vulnerabilities, their implications, and the recommended actions to mitigate […]

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Recently, a wave of malware attacks has surfaced, exploiting vulnerabilities in the update mechanism of the eScan antivirus software. This eScan antivirus backdoor exploit distributes backdoors and cryptocurrency miners, such as XMRig, posing a significant threat to large corporate networks. In this blog, we’ll look into the details of this eScan antivirus backdoor exploit and […]

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A GAO review of NASA projects found that, while some cybersecurity challenges have been addressed, many security policies and standards remain optional.

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RSA Conference delivers in terms of interesting dialogues with other cybersecurity professionals, and this year while there is not much on the conference agenda related to IoT security there is a lot of discussion about it.  Whether it’s the UK’s Product Security law going into effect at the end of April, the growing focus by […]

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The 2024 RSA Conference is underway, and Viakoo is out in force.  During the conference as we meet with customers, prospects, media, and analysts I will try to cherry pick some of the more interesting questions related to IoT Security.  Over the past year the number of IoT security breaches and incidents has continued to […]

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War of the words: Fancy Bear actions are “intolerable and unacceptable,” complains German foreign minister Annalena Baerbock.

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A report found more than 40 million exposures are impacting 11.5 million critical business entities, with more than half related to cloud platforms.

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