Microsoft previews Defender for IoT firmware analysis service
Microsoft announced a new Defender for IoT feature that will allow analyzing the firmware of embedded Linux devices like routers for security vulnerabilities and common…
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Almost 40% of Ubuntu users vulnerable to new privilege elevation flaws
Two Linux vulnerabilities introduced recently into the Ubuntu kernel create the potential for unprivileged local users to gain elevated privileges on a massive number of…
Lazarus hackers linked to $60 million Alphapo cryptocurrency heist
Blockchain analysts blame the North Korean Lazarus hacking group for a recent attack on payment processing platform Alphapo where the attackers stole almost $60 million…
SEC now requires companies to disclose cyberattacks in 4 days
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has adopted new rules requiring publicly traded companies to disclose cyberattacks within four business days after determining they’re material…
Windows 11 KB5028254 update fixes VPN performance issues, 27 bugs
Microsoft has released the July 2023 optional cumulative update for Windows 11, version 22H2, with fixes for 27 issues, including ones affecting VPN performance and…
Windows 10 KB5028244 update released with 19 fixes, improved security
Microsoft has released the optional KB5028244 Preview cumulative update for Windows 10 22H2 with 19 fixes or changes, including an update to the Vulnerable Driver…
NATO investigates alleged data theft by SiegedSec hackers
NATO has confirmed that its IT team is investigating claims about an alleged data-theft hack on the Communities of Interest (COI) Cooperation Portal by a…
New Nitrogen malware pushed via Google Ads for ransomware attacks
A new ‘Nitrogen’ initial access malware campaign uses Google and Bing search ads to promote fake software sites that infect unsuspecting users with Cobalt Strike…
Microsoft fixes bug that broke video recording in Windows apps
Microsoft has fixed a known issue causing video recording and playing failures in some apps on Windows 10 and Windows 11 systems. Apps using the…
ALPHV ransomware adds data leak API in new extortion strategy
Image: Bing Create The ALPHV ransomware gang, also referred to as BlackCat, is trying to put more pressure on their victims to pay a ransom…
New Realst macOS malware steals your cryptocurrency wallets
A new Mac malware named “Realst” is being used in a massive campaign targeting Apple computers, with some of its latest variants including support for…
Super Admin elevation bug puts 900,000 MikroTik devices at risk
A critical severity ‘Super Admin’ privilege elevation flaw puts over 900,000 MikroTik RouterOS routers at risk, potentially enabling attackers to take full control over a…