Tag: cyber
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U.S. and Allies Warn of Iranian Cyberattacks on Critical Infrastructure in Year-Long Campaign
Tags: access, cyber, cyberattack, cybersecurity, healthcare, infrastructure, intelligence, iran, passwordCybersecurity and intelligence agencies from Australia, Canada, and the U.S. have warned about a year-long campaign undertaken by Iranian cyber actors to infiltrate critical infrastructure organizations via brute-force attacks.”Since October 2023, Iranian actors have used brute force and password spraying to compromise user accounts and obtain access to organizations in the healthcare and First seen…
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EU’s Cyber Resilience Act: Was Unternehmen jetzt wissen müssen
Der Cyber Resilience Act zielt darauf ab, die digitale Welt sicherer zu machen und Unternehmen zu motivieren, Cybersicherheitsbedrohungen aktiv entgegenzutreten. First seen on infopoint-security.de Jump to article: www.infopoint-security.de/eus-cyber-resilience-act-was-unternehmen-jetzt-wissen-muessen/a38684/
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Arrested: USDoD, Anonymous Sudan, SEC X account hacker
Law enforcement agencies have arrested suspects involved in cyber attacks claimed by USDoD and Anonymous Sudan, as well as a person involved in the hacking of SEC’s X … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2024/10/18/usdod-anonymous-sudan-arrested/
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Brand Phishing Ranking von Check Point zeigt Top 10 imitierte Marken
Check Point Research stellt Check Point Software-Kunden und der gesamten Geheimdienst-Community führende Erkenntnisse über Cyber-Bedrohungen zur Verfügung. First seen on infopoint-security.de Jump to article: www.infopoint-security.de/brand-phishing-ranking-von-check-point-zeigt-top-10-imitierte-marken/a38682/
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SolarWinds Web Help Desk Vulnerability Allows Remote Code Execution
A critical vulnerability in SolarWinds Web Help Desk has been identified. It could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems. The vulnerability tracked as CVE-2024-28988 was discovered by the Trend Micro Zero Day Initiative (ZDI) team during their investigation into a previous security flaw. CVE-2024-28988: Java Deserialization Flaw The vulnerability stems from a…
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Hacker Arrested for Invading Computers Selling Police Data
The Federal Police arrested a 33-year-old Brazilian hacker in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. The suspect is accused of infiltrating the systems of the Federal Police (PF) and other international institutions to sell sensitive data. This arrest marks a critical step in addressing cybercrime that targets government and private entities worldwide. Details of the Arrest The…
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SafeBreach Coverage for US CERT AA24-290A (Iranian Cyber Actors)
Iranian threat actors are using brute force and other techniques to compromise critical infrastructure entities. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2024/10/safebreach-coverage-for-us-cert-aa24-290a-iranian-cyber-actors/
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UAT-5647 Unleashes RomCom Malware in Attacks on Ukraine and Poland
In a sophisticated and persistent cyber campaign, the UAT-5647 threat actor group, known for its ties to Russian-speaking adversaries, has launched a series of targeted attacks against Ukrainian government and... First seen on securityonline.info Jump to article: securityonline.info/uat-5647-unleashes-romcom-malware-in-attacks-on-ukraine-and-poland/
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North Korean IT Worker Schemes Evolve: From Salary Scams to Cyber Extortion
A new report from Secureworks® Counter Threat Unit (CTU) researchers has revealed a disturbing escalation in the tactics used by North Korean government-linked actors who fraudulently secure IT jobs at... First seen on securityonline.info Jump to article: securityonline.info/north-korean-it-worker-schemes-evolve-from-salary-scams-to-cyber-extortion/
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Two Sudanese nationals indicted for operating the Anonymous Sudan group
The DoJ charged Anonymous Sudan members and disrupted their DDoS infrastructure, halting its cyber operations. The US Justice Department charged two Sudanese brothers (Ahmed Salah Yousif Omer, 22, and Alaa Salah Yusuuf Omer, 27) with operating and controlling the cybercrime collective Anonymous Sudan that launched tens of thousands of Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks…
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Ex-NCSC Chief: UK Cyber Incident Reporting a ‘Good Step’
Cyber Security and Resilience Bill Includes 72-Hour Reporting Deadline, Hefty Fines. The U.K. government’s proposed Cyber Security and Resilience Bill is a good step forward to encourage ransomware incident reporting, said Ciaran Martin, the former NCSC chief. But he said the success of the new regulations also hinges on the support mechanism for cyber victims.…
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Russia-linked RomCom group targeted Ukrainian government agencies since late 2023
Russia-linked threat actor RomCom targeted Ukrainian government agencies and Polish entities in cyber attacks since late 2023. Cisco Talos researchers observed Russia-linked threat actor RomCom (aka UAT-5647, Storm-0978, Tropical Scorpius, UAC-0180, UNC2596) targeting Ukrainian government agencies and Polish entities in a new wave of attacks since at least late 2023. In the recent attacks, RomCom…
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Executive Perspectives, Episode 2, Michelle Faylo
Axio CEO, Scott Kannry recently sat down with Michelle Faylo, US Cyber & Technology Leader of Lockton in our executive perspectives podcast. In each episode, we interview the world’s top Read More First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2024/10/executive-perspectives-episode-2-michelle-faylo/
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The role of compromised cyber-physical devices in modern cyberattacks
Cyber-physical devices are increasingly getting compromised and leveraged by criminal groups and state-sponsored threat actors. Fyodor Yarochkin, Senior Threat Solution … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2024/10/17/fyodor-yarochkin-trend-micro-compromised-cyber-physical-devices/
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Authorities Indicted Two Anonymous Sudan Hackers Over Cyberattacks
Tags: attack, cyber, cyberattack, cybercrime, government, group, hacker, infrastructure, network, serviceA federal grand jury has indicted two Sudanese nationals, Ahmed Salah Yousif Omer, 22, and Alaa Salah Yusuuf Omer, 27. The pair are accused of operating Anonymous Sudan, a notorious cybercriminal group responsible for tens of thousands of Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks targeting critical infrastructure and government agencies globally. Unveiling the Cybercriminal Network…
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Organization Hacked Following Accidental Hiring of North Korean Remote IT Worker
A company has fallen victim to a cyberattack after unknowingly hiring a North Korean cybercriminal as a remote IT worker. The unidentified firm, based in the UK, US, or Australia, discovered the breach after the hacker downloaded sensitive data and issued a ransom demand. The incident highlights the growing threat of North Korean operatives infiltrating…
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London students fear abandoning courses over inability to apply for discounted fares
System for applying for travelcards yet to be restored after cyber-attack on Transport for London’s IT systems Students in London fear they may have to abandon their school and university courses to save money after a <a href=”https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/article/2024/sep/02/transport-for-london-dealing-with-cyber-attack”>cyber hack on Transport for London’s (TfL) IT systems left them unable to apply for discounted travelcards.TfL suspended…
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Iranian Hackers Using Brute Force on Critical Infrastructure
Tags: advisory, authentication, cyber, cybersecurity, hacker, infrastructure, iran, password, threatAdvisory Warns Iranian Threat Actors Use ‘Push Bombing’ to Target Critical Sectors. Iranian cyber actors are increasingly using brute force techniques, such as password spraying and multifactor authentication push bombing, to target critical infrastructure sectors, according to a cybersecurity advisory released Wednesday by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to…
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UK Reports 50% Spike in ‘Nationally Significant’ Incidents
New NCSC Chief Also Warns of Three-Fold Increase in Severe Cyberattacks. The U.K. experienced a 50% spike in cybersecurity incidents posing national security risks this year, according to NCSC CEO Richard Horne. Growing advancements in emerging tech are widening the gap between offensive and defensive cyber capabilities, he warned. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to…
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Operation Toy Soldier: U.S. Indicts Russian Hackers for Cyberattacks on Ukrainan Government
The U.S. Department of Justice announced the indictment of several members of Russia’s GRU Unit 29155 for their alleged role in a series of cyberattacks on Ukrainian government. This initiative, known as Operation Toy Soldier, highlights the ongoing threat posed by state-sponsored cyber activity, particularly Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. First seen on thecyberexpress.com Jump to article:…
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SideWinder APT: A Decade of Evolution and Global Expansion
The SideWinder Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group, also known as T-APT-04 or RattleSnake, has been a relentless actor in the global cyber espionage landscape since its emergence in 2012. Though... First seen on securityonline.info Jump to article: securityonline.info/sidewinder-apt-a-decade-of-evolution-and-global-expansion/
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Keeper Security Cybersecurity Action Month: The Importance of MFA
With Cybersecurity Action Month underway, Keeper Security is going beyond raising awareness by calling on everyone to adopt and enforce cybersecurity practices that protect against evolving threats. In week one, the cyber organisation focused on the importance of using strong passwords. In week two, Keeper stressed the importance of phishing awareness. This week, Keeper Security are stressing the importance…
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ACDS Appoints New Managing Director
UK cybersecurity start-up Advanced Cyber Defence Systems (ACDS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ed Hume as the new Managing Director. Hume brings extensive experience in the technology and cybersecurity sectors, and his leadership will be pivotal in guiding ACDS’s global expansion and innovation. Under his direction, ACDS aims to strengthen its position as a…
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Election Day is Close, the Threat of Cyber Disruption is Real
New threat report shows that the potential for disruption to November’s Election Day is severe, and the threat is real. The post Election Day is Close, the Threat of Cyber Disruption is Real appeared first on SecurityWeek. First seen on securityweek.com Jump to article: www.securityweek.com/election-day-is-close-the-threat-of-cyber-disruption-is-real/
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Generative AI in Security: Risks and Mitigation Strategies
Microsoft’s Siva Sundaramoorthy provides a blueprint for how common cyber precautions apply to generative AI deployed in and around security systems. First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-generative-ai-security-risk-reduction-isc2/
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Enhance Your Insider Risk Program with These 6 Systems Integrations
Learn how the right integrations close critical data gaps, helping you gain a more complete view of your organization’s insider risk Cyber Threat Intelligence Systems Human Resources Information Systems Data Loss Prevention Solutions Inventory Management Systems Access Control and Visitor Management Systems License Plate Recognition and Video Management Systems To fully understand and mitigate your”¦…
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Nomios Germany präsentiert auf der it-sa 2024 die neuesten Lösungen im Bereich Cyber- und Netzwerksicherheit
Hackerangriffe u.a. aus Russland, NIS2-Anforderungen und Fachkräftemangel stehen im Spannungsfeld mit künstlicher Threat-Intelligence, automatisierter Auditsicherheit und Managed Security Services. Nie war die it-sa ‘Home of security’ spannender, wichtiger und wegweisender First seen on infopoint-security.de Jump to article: www.infopoint-security.de/nomios-germany-praesentiert-auf-der-it-sa-2024-die-neuesten-loesungen-im-bereich-cyber-und-netzwerksicherheit/a38662/