Tag: threat
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The Future of Authentication: Moving Beyond Passwords
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in SecurityNewsTraditional passwords have been the cornerstone of digital security for six decades, but their reign is coming to an end. As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated and our digital footprints expand, the limitations of password-based authentication including vulnerability to phishing, credential stuffing, and poor password hygiene have become impossible to ignore. The majority of hacking-related…
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Top Four Considerations for Zero Trust in Critical Infrastructure
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Tags: access, ai, attack, authentication, automation, best-practice, breach, business, cctv, ceo, cloud, communications, compliance, corporate, cyber, cybersecurity, data, defense, email, encryption, exploit, finance, group, hacker, healthcare, identity, infrastructure, iot, law, malicious, mfa, nis-2, privacy, regulation, risk, saas, service, software, strategy, threat, tool, vulnerability, zero-trustTop Four Considerations for Zero Trust in Critical Infrastructure madhav Tue, 04/15/2025 – 06:43 TL;DR Increased efficiency = increased risk. Critical infrastructure organizations are using nearly 100 SaaS apps on average and 60% of their most sensitive data is stored in the cloud. Threat actors aren’t naive to this, leading to a whopping 93% of…
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FakeUpdates: Die dominante Malware in Deutschland
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in SecurityNewsIm März 2025 zeigt sich erneut, wie dynamisch und raffiniert die Welt der Cyberkriminalität agiert. Der aktuelle Global Threat Index von Check Point offenbart: FakeUpdates ist weiterhin die meistverbreitete Malware sowohl in Deutschland als auch weltweit. First seen on it-daily.net Jump to article: www.it-daily.net/it-sicherheit/cybercrime/fakeupdates-dominante-malware
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Hertz disclosed a data breach following 2024 Cleo zero-day attack
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in SecurityNewsHertz Corporation disclosed a data breach after customer data was stolen via Cleo zero-day exploits in late 2024, affecting Hertz, Thrifty, and Dollar brands. Car rental giant Hertz Corporation disclosed a data breach that impacted its Hertz, Thrifty, and Dollar brands. Threat actors gained access to customer data via Cleo zero-day exploits in late 2024.…
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Agentic AI is both boon and bane for security pros
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in SecurityNewsRecent agentic security signposts: Recently, we have seen numerous examples of how quickly building your own autonomous AI agents has taken root. Microsoft last month demonstrated six new AI agents that work with its Copilot software that talk directly to its various security tools to identify vulnerabilities, flag identity and asset compromises. Simbian is hosting…
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Hackers Use Microsoft Teams Chats to Deliver Malware to Windows PCs
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in SecurityNewsA sophisticated cyberattack campaign has emerged, leveraging Microsoft Teams chats to infiltrate Windows PCs with malware, according to a recent report by cybersecurity firm ReliaQuest. The attack, which began surfacing in March 2025 and primarily targets the finance and professional services sectors, signals a dramatic evolution in tactics used by threat actors linked to the…
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Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR) – Identitätsschutz ist nicht mehr optional
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in SecurityNewsFirst seen on security-insider.de Jump to article: www.security-insider.de/sicherheitsrisiken-malware-identitaetsmissbrauch-deutschland-a-cf9f381f89761c71d4bb989e7980e833/
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OT-Security: Warum der Blick auf Open Source lohnt
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Tags: ai, compliance, control, data, detection, edr, endpoint, Hardware, incident, incident response, intelligence, iot, microsoft, ml, monitoring, network, open-source, PCI, technology, threat, tool, vulnerability, vulnerability-managementAuch im OT-Security-Bereich stellen Open-Source-Lösungen eine kostengünstige Alternative zu kommerziellen Tools dar. Die zunehmende Digitalisierung und Vernetzung in der industriellen Produktion haben OT-Security (Operational Technology-Sicherheit) zu einem Kernthema in Unternehmen gemacht. Produktionsdaten, SCADA-Systeme (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) und vernetzte Maschinen sind in vielen Branchen essenziell und äußerst anfällig für Cyberangriffe. Ein Zwischenfall kann…
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Colleges and Schools Now Top Targets for Online Threat Actors
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in SecurityNewsAcross the globe, a new kind of threat is targeting the very institutions dedicated to shaping the future: schools, colleges, and universities. In 2024, experts warn that educational organizations have become prime targets for online threat actors, including nation-state-backed hackers and financially motivated cybercriminals. A recent Microsoft report ranked the education sector as the third-most-targeted…
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Top 10 Best Zero Trust Solutions 2025
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in SecurityNewsZero Trust Solutions is a modern cybersecurity framework built on the principle of >>never trust, always verify.
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The Future of GRC Integrating ESG, Cyber, and Regulatory Risk
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in SecurityNewsThe landscape of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) is undergoing a profound transformation as organizations face mounting pressures from regulatory bodies, evolving cyber threats, and the growing importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors. In 2025, the convergence of these domains is not just a trend but a necessity for sustainable business operations. Companies…
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Incomplete Patch Leaves NVIDIA and Docker Users at Risk
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in SecurityNewsNVIIA’s incomplete security patch, combined with a Docker vulnerability, creates a serious threat for organizations using containerized environments. This article explains the risks and mitigation strategies. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/incomplete-patch-leaves-nvidia-docker-users-at-risk/
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Threat Intel Firm Offers Crypto in Exchange for Dark Web Accounts
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in SecurityNewsProdaft is currently buying accounts from five Dark Web forums and offers to pay extra for administrator or moderator accounts. The idea is to infiltrate forums to boost its threat intelligence. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/threat-intelligence/threat-intel-firm-crypto-dark-web-accounts
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Bitdefender Threat Debrief | April 2025
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Tags: threatFirst seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/native/bitdefender-threat-debrief-april-2025
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New Xanthorox AI Threat Puts MSSPs, MPS, and Security Teams on Notice
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in SecurityNewsFirst seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/news/new-xanthorox-ai-threat-puts-mssps-mps-and-security-teams-on-notice
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Goffee Deploys PowerShell Implant to Target Russian Entities
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in SecurityNewsGoffee Targets Russian Entities With USB-Based PowerShell Malware. A threat actor that focuses on Russian targets is spreading a new PowerShell implant that includes modules for stealing files from thumb drives and propagating itself through a USB worm. Its targets include critical infrastructure sectors such as energy, telecommunications and government. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump…
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Fortinet Zero-Day Bug May Lead to Arbitrary Code Execution
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in SecurityNewsA threat actor posted about the zero-day exploit on the same day that Fortinet published a warning about known vulnerabilities under active exploitation. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/fortinet-zero-day-arbitrary-code-execution
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Chinese APTs Exploit EDR ‘Visibility Gap’ for Cyber Espionage
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in SecurityNewsBlind spots in network visibility, including in firewalls, IoT devices, and the cloud, are being exploited by Chinese state-backed threat actors with increasing success, according to new threat intelligence. Here’s how experts say you can get eyes on it all. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/threat-intelligence/chinese-apt-exploit-edr-visibility-gap-cyber-espionage
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How Newport School District Strengthens Google Cybersecurity and Stops Threats Fast
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in SecurityNewsSaving Time and Reducing Risk: The Benefits of Google Workspace Threat Detection for K-12 Schools Nestled in a small community in northeastern Washington, Newport School District serves approximately 1,100 students with a dedicated team of about 120 faculty and staff. Managing the district’s technology infrastructure falls to the small, yet capable, two-person IT team. IT…
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Over 14K Fortinet devices compromised via new attack method
Fortinet last week warned that a threat actor was using a novel post-exploitation trick to maintain access to devices after they were patched. First seen on cybersecuritydive.com Jump to article: www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/14k-fortinet-devices-compromised-new-attack-method/745259/
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ResolverRAT Campaign Targets Healthcare, Pharma via Phishing and DLL Side-Loading
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in SecurityNewsCybersecurity researchers have discovered a new, sophisticated remote access trojan called ResolverRAT that has been observed in attacks targeting healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors.”The threat actor leverages fear-based lures delivered via phishing emails, designed to pressure recipients into clicking a malicious link,” Morphisec Labs researcher Nadav Lorber said in a report shared with The First seen…
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14th April Threat Intelligence Report
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in SecurityNewsThe United States Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), an independent bureau of the Department of the Treasury, has suffered a significant security breach. Threat actors have gained access to […] First seen on research.checkpoint.com Jump to article: research.checkpoint.com/2025/14th-april-threat-intelligence-report/
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Malicious NPM packages target PayPal users
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in SecurityNewsThreat actors deploy malicious NPM packages to steal PayPal credentials and hijack cryptocurrency transfers. Fortinet researchers discovered multiple malicious NPM packages that are used to target PayPal users. The packages were uploaded to the repository in early March by a threat actor known as tommyboy_h1 and tommyboy_h2, and were used to steal PayPal credentials and hijack cryptocurrency transfers. >>Using PayPal-related…
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Enhancing your DevSecOps with Wazuh, the open source XDR platform
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in SecurityNewsSecurity shouldn’t wait until the end of development. Wazuh brings real-time threat detection, compliance, and vulnerability scanning into your DevOps pipeline”, powering a stronger DevSecOps strategy from day one. Learn more about how Wazuh can help secure your development cycle. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/enhancing-your-devsecops-with-wazuh-the-open-source-xdr-platform/
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BPFDoor Malware Uses Reverse Shell to Expand Control Over Compromised Networks
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in SecurityNewsA new wave of cyber espionage attacks has brought BPFDoor malware into the spotlight as a stealthy and dangerous tool for compromising networks. According to security experts at Trend Micro, BPFDoor is a state-sponsored backdoor attributed to the advanced persistent threat (APT) group known as Earth Bluecrow (also referred to as Red Menshen). This malware…
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<> dominiert derzeit die Malware-Landschaft
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in SecurityNewsCheck Point Software Technologies hat seinen Global-Threat-Index für März 2025 veröffentlicht. Darin zeigt sich die anhaltende Dominanz von , einer Downloader-Malware, die sowohl in Deutschland als auch weltweit die am weitesten verbreitete Cyberbedrohung ist. In diesem Monat haben Sicherheitsforscher eine neue Infiltrationskampagne aufgedeckt, in der die Ransomware-Gruppe Ransomhub ihre Angriffe über die Malware Fakeupdates initiiert.…
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Threat Actor Allegedly Selling Fortinet Firewall Zero-Day Exploit
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in SecurityNewsA threat actor claims to offer a zero-day exploit for an unauthenticated remote code execution vulnerability in Fortinet firewalls. The post Threat Actor Allegedly Selling Fortinet Firewall Zero-Day Exploit appeared first on SecurityWeek. First seen on securityweek.com Jump to article: www.securityweek.com/threat-actor-allegedly-selling-fortinet-firewall-zero-day-exploit/
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How Online Poker Platforms Stay a Step Ahead of Cyber Threats
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in SecurityNewsOnline poker is exploding more people than ever are playing from their phones and laptops instead of going to casinos. With such change comes a big responsibility for poker sites and apps keeping everything safe. Players expect fast gameplay, smooth payments, and, most importantly, to feel safe. That’s why leading poker platforms are The post…
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Chinese APT Group Targets Ivanti VPN Vulnerabilities to Breach Networks
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Tags: apt, attack, breach, china, cyber, cybersecurity, data-breach, group, ivanti, network, threat, vpn, vulnerabilityIn a concerning report from cybersecurity firm TeamT5, it has been revealed that a Chinese Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group leveraged critical vulnerabilities in Ivanti Connect Secure VPN appliances to launch a global cyberattack. The breach affected nearly 20 industries across 12 countries, leaving networks exposed and under persistent threat. Global Victimology The widespread attack…