Defaulting to open: Decoding the (very public) CrowdStrike event
We live in an era of cyber ‘incidents,’ from WannaCry to MOVEit. However, it’s undeniably rare that a vendor finds themselves at the epicentre of…
Month: September 2024
CUPS flaws allow remote code execution on Linux systems under certain conditions
CUPS flaws allow remote code execution on Linux systems under certain conditions Pierluigi Paganini September 27, 2024 A researcher has disclosed details of an unpatched…
Embargo ransomware escalates attacks to cloud environments
Microsoft warns that ransomware threat actor Storm-0501 has recently switched tactics and now targets hybrid cloud environments, expanding its strategy to compromise all victim assets.…
Top 5 SME Cybersecurity Mistakes & Solutions in 2024
Many small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) misperceive cybersecurity as an IT issue for technical specialists. By recognizing organizational protection as an imperative for all employees…
Innovator Spotlight: Zilla Security – Cyber Defense Magazine
by Dan K. Anderson CEO, CISO, and vCISO As organizations grow, managing access to critical systems and ensuring compliance with identity governance and administration (IGA)…
Hackers Abuse HTML Smuggling Technique To Deliver Sophisticated Phishing Page
Phishing attackers employed an HTML smuggling technique to deliver a malicious payload, as the attack chain started with a phishing email mimicking an American Express…
Innovator Spotlight: Guardio – Cyber Defense Magazine
Cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated, putting both individuals and businesses at significant risk. The rise in phishing attacks, identity theft, and online fraud highlights…
Printing vulnerability affecting Linux distros raises alarm
A newly discovered series of four dangerous flaws in the Common Unix Printing System (Cups), which is used across virtually all GNU/Linux distros including Debian,…
Hackers Break Into OpenAI Newsroom X Account For Crypto Scam
Hackers compromised OpenAI’s official press account on X, a platform used for product and policy announcements. The attackers posted a fake announcement about a new…
What is Authentication?Types, Roles & How it Works!
Authentication is a cornerstone of digital security, serving as the first defense against unauthorized access to sensitive information and systems. This article delves into the…
Breaking free from hackers: Can air gapping protect corporate data?
A recent Cyber Security Breaches Survey revealed that approximately 22% of UK businesses and 14% of charities had experienced cybercrimes in the last 12 months, and that is with…
Cybercriminal Gangs Invade Discord. The Growing Threat To Gamers.
27 Sep Cybercriminal Gangs Invade Discord. The Growing Threat To Gamers. Posted at 09:03h in Blogs by Di Freeze This week in cybersecurity from the…