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MysterySnail: Kaspersky finds zero-day exploit for Windows OS

Thu, 14th Oct 2021
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Kaspersky uncovers zero-day exploit for Windows OS, used in attacks by IronHusky group. Patched by Microsoft on October 12.
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BlackBerry and Deloitte join forces to secure IoT software supply chains

Tue, 12th Oct 2021
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The partnership will address the increasing complexity and growing cybersecurity threats among multi-tiered software supply chains.
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90% of malware arriving over encrypted connections, Microsoft threats persist in popularity

Tue, 5th Oct 2021
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network infrastructure
Over 90% of malware arrived through encrypted connections in Q2 2021, highlighting the need for strong endpoint protection, says WatchGuard.
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New cyber-criminal group discovered targeting government servers, fuel, energy and aviation companies

Fri, 1st Oct 2021
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cybercrime
Researchers have identified a new, previously unknown group that has systematically attacked Russia's fuel and energy complex and its aviation industry.
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Security experts weigh in on Microsoft Azure security holes

Wed, 22nd Sep 2021
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The vulnerabilities currently putting Azure customers at risk are just the latest in a staggering number of crippling threats in internet software.
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HackerOne unveils sweeping product expansion, including vulnerability ranking table

Tue, 21st Sep 2021
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hacking
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cybersafety
HackerOne introduces new features for its security intelligence services, including a worldwide top 10 ranking table and CVE Exploitation Index.
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Microsoft Azure alert for authentication bypass vulnerability in Linux products

Fri, 17th Sep 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
A patch is currently available for this vulnerability, however many sysadmins are potentially unaware they have the OMI product installed and are at risk. .
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Patch management, robust password policies vital in reducing risk of cyberattacks

Fri, 17th Sep 2021
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passwords
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patching
More than half of cyberattacks start with password brute force and vulnerability exploitation, according to new research by Kaspersky.
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Microsoft's Patch Tuesday announcement 'alarming'

Wed, 15th Sep 2021
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Microsoft's recent security updates have revealed alarming vulnerabilities, warns cybersecurity company Virsec.
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Apple urgently patches exploits across several operating systems

Wed, 15th Sep 2021
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Apple has urgently released patches for multiple software products due to vulnerabilities that may be linked to the Pegasus spyware.
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WhatsApp security vulnerability could have exploited two billions users

Mon, 6th Sep 2021
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check point software
Security vulnerability in WhatsApp's image filter function could have affected over two billion users worldwide. Users advised to update their apps.
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What are the top five threats to financial services orgs? Imperva investigates

Mon, 23rd Aug 2021
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Web application attacks on the financial services sector have increased by 38% between January and May 2021, with COVID-19 playing a role. .
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BlackBerry releases Jarvis 2.0 the latest edition of its flagship analysis tool

Thu, 29th Jul 2021
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BlackBerry has released BlackBerry Jarvis 2.0, the latest edition of its flagship software composition analysis tool.
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Rise in hacking tool downloads as cybercrime becomes 'more organised than ever'

Wed, 28th Jul 2021
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hacking
Cybercrime activity has increased, with a 65% rise in the use of hacking tools, according to the latest global Threat Insights Report from HP.
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Interview: Infosys CISO Vishal Salvi on cybersecurity and Cyber Defence Centres

Thu, 22nd Jul 2021
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cybersecurity
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strategy
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orchestration
We spoke to CISO Vishal Salvi to learn more about the company's approach to cybersecurity and what it means for customers.
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Nearly a quarter of exploits sold on the cybercriminal underground are more than three years old

Thu, 15th Jul 2021
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cybercriminals
Nearly a quarter of exploits for sale in underground forums are over three years old, according to a report by cybersecurity firm Trend Micro.
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Cyber incidents on the rise as ransomware accounts for two thirds of all malware attacks

Thu, 15th Jul 2021
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Ransomware makes up two-thirds of all malware attacks, as cyber incidents continue to rise, according to Positive Technologies.
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Kaspersky Password Manager could be 'bruteforced in seconds'

Mon, 12th Jul 2021
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kaspersky
As people and enterprises put their trust in password managers to secure their accounts, even well-built password managers can be fatally flawed.
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SonicWall vulnerability allows attackers to obtain full control of device and underlying OS

Wed, 7th Jul 2021
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cybersecurity
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security vulnerabilities
Positive Technologies reveals critical vulnerability in SonicWall Network Security Manager, allowing authenticated attackers full control.
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Vulnerabilities discovered in Cisco IT infrastructure deployment solution

Wed, 23rd Jun 2021
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Researchers at Positive Technologies have discovered three vulnerabilities in Cisco HyperFlex HX that could disrupt enterprise operations.