Cybersecurity News
Fileless Malware Tops Critical Endpoint Threats for 1H 2020
When it comes to endpoint security, a handful of threats make up the bulk of the most serious attack tools and tactics.
21 September 2020
'Dark Overlord' Cyber Extortionist Pleads Guilty
Nathan Wyatt was sentenced to five years in prison after changing a previously not guilty plea.21 September 2020
Unsecured Microsoft Bing Server Leaks Search Queries, Location Data
Data exposed included search terms, location coordinates, and device information - but no personal data.
21 September 2020
DHS Issues Dire Patch Warning for ‘Zerologon’
The deadline looms for U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s emergency directive for federal agencies to patch against the so-called ‘Zerologon’ vulnerability.
21 September 2020
PCI PIN Security in Practice Case Study: Gertec
In this PCI DSS in Practice Case Study, Brazil Regional Engagement Board Member Gertec shares how the PCI PIN Security requirements helped the organization to understand the importance of having procedures in place and up to date.
21 September 2020
Microsoft secures backend server that leaked Bing data
No personal user data was leaked in the incident.21 September 2020
Firefox for Android Bug Allows ‘Epic Rick-Rolling’
Anyone on the same Wi-Fi network can force websites to launch, with no user interaction.
21 September 2020
Android Malware Bypasses 2FA And Targets Telegram, Gmail Passwords
A new Android malware strain has been uncovered, part of the Rampant Kitten threat group's widespread surveillance campaign that targets Telegram credentials and more.
21 September 2020
Mozilla fixes flaw that let attackers hijack Firefox for Android via Wi‑Fi
Attackers could have exploited the flaw to steal victims’ login credentials or install malware on their devices
The post Mozilla fixes flaw that let attackers hijack Firefox for Android via Wi‑Fi appeared first on WeLiveSecurity
21 September 2020
Patch by Tonight: CISA Issues Emergency Directive for Critical Netlogon Flaw
The directive requires all federal agencies to apply a patch for Windows Netlogon vulnerability CVE-2020-1472 by midnight on Sept. 21.21 September 2020
5 Steps to Greater Cyber Resiliency
Work from home isn't going away anytime soon, and the increased vulnerability means cyber resiliency will continue to be critical to business resiliency.21 September 2020
Hacking Yourself: Marie Moe and Pacemaker Security
Future consumer devices, including pacemakers, should be built with security from the start.21 September 2020
Phishing awareness training wears off after a few months
Retraining employees after six months is recommended.21 September 2020
Code execution, defense evasion are top tactics used in critical attacks against corporate endpoints
Cisco examines MITRE ATT&CK data to suggest the threat vectors enterprise security staff should focus their efforts on.21 September 2020
Consultants charged for bribing Amazon Marketplace employees to game the platform
Prosecutors allege the group paid handsome bribes to give clients a competitive advantage.21 September 2020
US govt orders federal agencies to patch dangerous Zerologon bug by Monday
DHS CISA tells government agencies to patch Zerologon bug by Monday, citing "unacceptable risk" posed to federal networks.20 September 2020
Hackers leak details of 1,000 high-ranking Belarus police officers
Hackers promise to leak more if police crackdown against anti-government protesters continues.20 September 2020
The TikTok Ban: Security Experts Weigh in on the App’s Risks
With no hard evidence of abuse, are bans warranted? The real security concerns will likely come after the ban goes into effect, researchers said in our exclusive roundtable.
18 September 2020
Firefox bug lets you hijack nearby mobile browsers via WiFi
Mozilla says users should update as soon as possible to Firefox v79 for Android.18 September 2020
Stubborn WooCommerce Plugin Bugs Get Third Patch
Users of the Discount Rules for WooCommerce WordPress plugin are urged to apply a third and (hopefully) final patch.
18 September 2020
