Cybersecurity News
New CDRThief malware targets VoIP softswitches to steal call detail records
Malware targets only two very specific softswitches (software switches): Linknat VOS2009 and VOS3000.10 September 2020
Privacy concerns prompt Irish regulators to ask Facebook to stop sending EU user data to the US
A preliminary order brings to light concerns over US surveillance activities.10 September 2020
Who is calling? CDRThief targets Linux VoIP softswitches
ESET researchers have discovered and analyzed malware that targets Voice over IP (VoIP) softswitches.
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10 September 2020
CDRThief Malware Targets VoIP Gear in Carrier Networks
The Linux-targeted code can steal phone-call metadata, likely in spy campaigns or for use in VoIP fraud.
10 September 2020
Data center giant Equinix discloses ransomware incident
Equinix says ransomware hit internal systems but that data centers are OK.10 September 2020
ProLock ransomware - everything you need to know
New strain joins the big players on the ransomware scene.10 September 2020
Slovak cryptocurrency exchange ETERBASE discloses $5.4 million hack
Bitcoin, Ether, ALGO, Ripple, Tezos, and TRON assets were stolen in the hack.09 September 2020
Raccoon attack allows hackers to break TLS encryption 'under certain conditions'
The Raccoon attack is described as "really hard to exploit" and its conditions as "rare."09 September 2020
Ransomware Attacks Disrupt School Reopenings
A flurry of recent attacks is complicating attempts to deliver classes online at some schools in different parts of the country.09 September 2020
Legality of Security Research to be Decided in US Supreme Court Case
A ruling that a police officer's personal use of a law enforcement database is "hacking" has security researchers worried for the future.09 September 2020
UK University suffers cyberattack, ransomware gang claims responsibility
The cyber incident has taken most of Newcastle University’s systems offline and officials estimates it will take weeks to recover.
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09 September 2020
Meet the Middlemen Who Connect Cybercriminals With Victims
An analysis of initial access brokers explains how they break into vulnerable organizations and sell their access for up to $10,000.09 September 2020
Chart: Does Lack of Diversity Impact the Skills Shortage?
Yes, according to 21% of security pros who participated in the 2020 Black Hat Attendee Survey.
09 September 2020
Inova Suffers Third-Party Data Breach
The breach occurred as part of a ransomware attack against service provider Blackbaud.09 September 2020
Zeppelin Ransomware Returns with New Trojan on Board
The malware has popped up in a targeted campaign and a new infection routine.
09 September 2020
Google Squashes Critical Android Media Framework Bug
The September Android security bulletin addressed critical- and high-severity flaws tied to 53 CVEs overall.
09 September 2020
Our Diversity Program Isn't Working. What Are We Doing Wrong?
Assuming that you're truly stuck, here are some things to consider.
09 September 2020
Why We Need to Pay Attention to Attacks on the Smart-Built Environment
Are attacks on IoT physical security devices real or just theoretical? Why professionals need to be aware of the real-life examples in an effort to guard against future attacks on their own businesses.09 September 2020
BLURtooth vulnerability lets attackers overwrite Bluetooth authentication keys
All devices using the Bluetooth standard 4.0 through 5.0 are vulnerable. Patches not immediately available.09 September 2020
Secureworks to Buy Delve Laboratories for Vulnerability Management
Delve's automated vulnerability platform provides insight on high-risk vulnerabilities across an organization's network, endpoints, and cloud.09 September 2020