Cybersecurity News
FBI says cybercrime reports quadrupled during COVID-19 pandemic
FBI official also says foreign hackers targeted andCOVID-19 research18 April 2020
German government loses tens of millions of euros in COVID-19 phishing attack
German state of North Rhine-Westphalia failed to put in place a citizen verification procedure and allowed fraudsters to steal millions of euros.18 April 2020
German government might have lost tens of millions of euros in COVID-19 phishing attack
German state of North Rhine-Westphalia failed to put in place a citizen verification procedure and allowed fraudsters to steal millions of euros.18 April 2020
Details of 20 million Aptoide app store users leaked on hacking forum
Hacker claims to be in possession of 39 million Aptoide user records. Leaks 20 million today.17 April 2020
Pen-Test Results Hint at Improvements in Enterprise Security
Though many problems remain, organizations are making attackers work harder.17 April 2020
DHS Urges Pulse Secure VPN Users To Update Passwords
The DHS urged organizations to update their passwords and make sure that a critical Pulse Secure VPN flaw has been patched, as attackers continue to exploit the flaw.
17 April 2020
COVID-Themed Phishing Messages Fill Phishing Filters on Gmail
In the past week, Google says it identified more than 18 million daily phishing messages featuring coronavirus themes.17 April 2020
Researchers Explore Details of Critical VMware Vulnerability
The vCenter vulnerability, patched on April 9, could give an intruder access to administrative credentials in three steps.17 April 2020
Attacks on Linksys Routers Trigger Mass Password Reset
Linksys Smart Wi-Fi users were forced to reset their passwords after researchers discovered a router hack.
17 April 2020
7 Common Questions about CPEs During COVID-19
Continuing professional education is an important component of PCI SSC Qualification. Staying up to date, even during the COVID-19 pandemic, with the latest knowledge, techniques, and insights helps support the Program Participant’s ability to effectively conduct the tasks and responsibilities associated with a PCI SSC Qualification.
17 April 2020
Cybersecurity Home-School: The Robot Project
This fun project can teach your home-bound children and teens about cybersecurity (and keep them occupied for at least a little while).
17 April 2020
Zoom Bombing Attack Hits U.S. Government Meeting
A recent U.S. House Oversight Committee meeting was the latest victim of Zoom bombing, according to an internal letter.
17 April 2020
Hackers Update Age-Old Excel 4.0 Macro Attack
XLS files sent via emails appear password protected but aren’t, opening automatically to install malware from compromised macros, according to researchers.
17 April 2020
'Look for the Helpers' to Securely Enable the Remote Workforce
CISOs and CIOs, you are our helpers. As you take action to reassure your company, your confidence is our confidence.17 April 2020
DHS CISA: Companies are getting hacked even after patching Pulse Secure VPNs
Hackers compromised Pulse Secure VPNs, stole AD credentials, and are now using the stolen passwords to access internal networks even after companies patched their VPN servers.17 April 2020
Week in security with Tony Anscombe
Sextortion-meets-coronavirus scams - The financial loss from coronavirus-themed fraud in America - Is the time ripe for one global set of data privacy rules?
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17 April 2020
PoetRAT Trojan targets energy sector using coronavirus lures
Wind turbine operators are the focus of a new data-stealing campaign.17 April 2020
10 Standout Security M&A Deals from Q1 2020
The first quarter of 2020 brought investments in enterprise IoT and endpoint security, as well as billion-dollar investments from private equity firms.
17 April 2020
Facebook will now warn you if you’ve interacted with fake, dangerous coronavirus posts
The fight against COVID-19 scams, misinformation, and fake cures continues.17 April 2020