Tag: unauthorized
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Cisco ATA 190 Telephone Adapter Vulnerabilities Let Attackers Execute Remote Code
Cisco has disclosed multiple vulnerabilities affecting its ATA 190 Series Analog Telephone Adapter firmware, posing significant user risks. These vulnerabilities could allow remote attackers to execute unauthorized actions, including remote code execution, configuration changes, etc. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the vulnerabilities and their potential impact. Summary of Vulnerabilities Cisco’s advisory highlights several vulnerabilities in…
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Microsoft warns it lost some customer’s security logs for a month
Microsoft is warning enterprise customers that, for almost a month, a bug caused critical logs to be partially lost, putting at risk companies that rely on this data to detect unauthorized activity. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/microsoft-warns-it-lost-some-customers-security-logs-for-a-month/
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VMware HCX Platform Vulnerable to SQL Injection Attacks
VMware released an advisory (VMSA-2024-0021) addressing a critical vulnerability in its HCX platform. The vulnerability, CVE-2024-38814, is an authenticated SQL injection flaw that poses a significant security risk. With a CVSSv3 base score of 8.8, this issue is classified as having >>Important
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GitHub Patches Critical Flaw in Enterprise Server Allowing Unauthorized Instance Access
GitHub has released security updates for Enterprise Server (GHES) to address multiple issues, including a critical bug that could allow unauthorized access to an instance.The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-9487, carries a CVS score of 9.5 out of a maximum of 10.0″An attacker could bypass SAML single sign-on (SSO) authentication with the optional encrypted assertions feature,…
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GitHub Patches Critical Vulnerability in Enterprise Server
A critical-severity flaw in GitHub Enterprise Server could lead to unauthorized access to the vulnerable instances. The post GitHub Patches Critical Vulnerability in Enterprise Server appeared first on SecurityWeek. First seen on securityweek.com Jump to article: www.securityweek.com/github-patches-critical-vulnerability-in-enterprise-server/
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New Linux Variant of FASTCash Malware Targets Payment Switches in ATM Heists
North Korean threat actors have been observed using a Linux variant of a known malware family called FASTCash to steal funds as part of a financially-motivated campaign.The malware is “installed on payment switches within compromised networks that handle card transactions for the means of facilitating the unauthorized withdrawal of cash from ATMs,” a security researcher…
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Fortigate SSLVPN Vulnerability Exploited in the Wild
Tags: access, control, credentials, cve, cyber, exploit, flaw, fortinet, network, unauthorized, vulnerabilityA critical vulnerability in Fortinet’s FortiGate SSLVPN appliances, CVE-2024-23113, has been actively exploited in the wild. This format string flaw vulnerability has raised significant concerns due to its potential for remote code execution. The flaw allows attackers to control format strings, leading to unauthorized access and manipulation of network border appliances without requiring credentials or…
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Fortigate SSLVPN Vulnerability Exploited in the Wild
Tags: access, control, credentials, cve, cyber, exploit, flaw, fortinet, network, unauthorized, vulnerabilityA critical vulnerability in Fortinet’s FortiGate SSLVPN appliances, CVE-2024-23113, has been actively exploited in the wild. This format string flaw vulnerability has raised significant concerns due to its potential for remote code execution. The flaw allows attackers to control format strings, leading to unauthorized access and manipulation of network border appliances without requiring credentials or…
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New FASTCash malware Linux variant helps steal money from ATMs
North Korean hackers are using a new Linux variant of the FASTCash malware to infect the payment switch systems of financial institutions and perform unauthorized cash withdrawals. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-fastcash-malware-linux-variant-helps-steal-money-from-atms/
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OilRig Hackers Exploiting Microsoft Exchange Server To Steal Login Details
Tags: access, attack, backdoor, credentials, cve, cyber, data, espionage, exploit, group, hacker, infrastructure, iran, login, microsoft, unauthorized, vulnerabilityEarth Simnavaz, an Iranian state-sponsored cyber espionage group, has recently intensified its attacks on critical infrastructure in the UAE and wider Gulf region. The group employs sophisticated techniques to gain unauthorized access and exfiltrate sensitive data, such as using a new backdoor to steal credentials via on-premises Microsoft Exchange servers by exploiting vulnerabilities like CVE-2024-30088…
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Game Freak Hit by Major Cyberattack, Leaks Include Future Pokémon Game Titles
Game Freak, the renowned developer behind the Pokémon franchise, has suffered a cyberattack that has led to the unauthorized leaking of internal information. The Game Freak cyberattack, which was acknowledged by the company on October 13, 2024, has revealed a trove of sensitive data, including source code, unreleased game details, and personal information of employees.…
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GitLab fixed a critical flaw that could allow arbitrary CI/CD pipeline execution
GitLab issued updates for CE and EE to address multiple flaws, including a critical bug allowing CI/CD pipeline runs on unauthorized branches. GitLab released security updates for Community Edition (CE) and Enterprise Edition (EE) to address multiple vulnerabilities, including a critical bug, tracked as CVE-2024-9164 (CVSS score of 9.6), allowing CI/CD pipeline runs on unauthorized…
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VSCode exploited for unauthorized systems access
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/brief/vscode-exploited-for-unauthorized-systems-access
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Extended Support for Ubuntu: Patch Intel Microcode Vulnerabilities
Intel Microcode, a critical component of Intel CPUs, has been found to contain security vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities could potentially allow attackers to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information or even crash systems. Intel Microcode Vulnerabilities Fixed Following two vulnerabilities have been identified in Intel Microcode, affecting some Intel processors. CVE-2024-23984 This vulnerability……
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Social Media Accounts: The Weak Link in Organizational SaaS Security
Social media accounts help shape a brand’s identity and reputation. These public forums engage directly with customers as they are a hub to connect, share content and answer questions. However, despite the high profile role these accounts have, many organizations overlook social media account security. Many lack the safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, a situation…
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Adobe Security Alert: Update Software Now to Protect Against Exploits
Tags: access, adobe, cyber, cybercrime, exploit, software, threat, unauthorized, update, vulnerabilityAdobe announced a series of important security updates aimed at addressing several vulnerabilities across its product suite. These vulnerabilities could potentially allow cybercriminals to execute arbitrary code and gain unauthorized access to systems. With the increase in cyber threats, this Adobe security update is a move to enhance the safety of its software and protect…
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American Water Works investigates unauthorized cyber intrusion
The New Jersey-based utility said none of its water or wastewater operations were impacted by the hack. First seen on cybersecuritydive.com Jump to article: www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/american-water-works-cyber-intrusion/729153/
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Securing Teradata VantageCloud Lake to Ensure Data Security, Compliance, and Sovereignty
Tags: access, ai, business, cloud, compliance, control, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, encryption, framework, GDPR, google, government, Hardware, infrastructure, nis-2, PCI, resilience, risk, software, strategy, technology, threat, tool, unauthorizedSecuring Teradata VantageCloud Lake to Ensure Data Security, Compliance, and Sovereignty madhav Tue, 10/08/2024 – 04:45 Today’s businesses are focused on leveraging data at scale to fuel innovation, improve decision-making, and enhance customer experiences. This cannot happen without flexible, scalable cloud platforms that can handle a wide range of data types and workloads while keeping…
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Casio reports IT systems failure after weekend network breach
Japanese tech giant Casio has suffered a cyberattack after an unauthorized actor accessed its networks on October 5, causing system disruption that impacted some of its services. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/casio-reports-it-systems-failure-after-weekend-network-breach/
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Hackers Gained Unauthorized Network Access to Casio Networks
Casio Computer Co., Ltd. has confirmed that a third party illegally accessed its network on October 5th, leading to significant disruptions in its services. The company disclosed the breach after conducting an internal investigation. The investigation revealed that the unauthorized access resulted in a system failure, affecting the availability of some services. Investigation Underway In…
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American Water Works Cyber Attack Impacts IT Systems
American Water Works Company, Inc., a leading provider of water and wastewater services, announced that it had detected unauthorized activity within its computer networks. The company confirmed that this activity was the result of a cybersecurity incident. Upon discovery, American Water Works promptly activated its incident response protocols. The company engaged third-party cybersecurity experts to…
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Kia Security Flaw Exposed, NIST’s New Password Guidelines
In this episode, the hosts discuss a significant vulnerability found in Kia’s web portal that allows remote control of various car features via their app, potentially enabling unauthorized unlocking and tracking. The conversation highlights the broader issue of web vulnerabilities in the automotive industry. Also covered are NIST’s updated password guidelines, eliminating complexity rules and……
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WordPress Security Checklist
Stories of virus and malware infections, data loss, system compromises, and unauthorized access dominate headlines, and your WordPress website may be contributing to the problem. Therefore, it is vital to protect your WordPress site and your data, readers, users, and company by regularly auditing your WordPress site’s security configurations. Fortunately, checklists are proven tools that…
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Unmasking the HackTrade Scheme: A Cautionary Tale for Executives
In a shocking revelation, federal prosecutors have charged UK national Robert B. Westbrook with orchestrating a sophisticated “hack-to-trade” scheme that netted him millions of dollars. By exploiting vulnerabilities in Office365, Westbrook allegedly gained unauthorized access to the email accounts of executives at five publicly traded US companies, obtaining sensitive financial information before it was publicly……
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Closing the Gaps: How Attack Path Management Improves Vulnerability Management Programs
Tags: access, attack, BlueTeam, business, cio, ciso, cve, cyber, cybersecurity, data, exploit, group, identity, monitoring, network, ransomware, RedTeam, risk, siem, soc, software, strategy, technology, threat, tool, unauthorized, update, vulnerability, vulnerability-managementIn conversation: Pete McKernan & Luke Luckett As organizations seek to wrap their arms around potential cybersecurity exposures, CIOs and CISOs are increasingly pushing their vulnerability management teams to widen scope. With such a focus, the growing concept of continuous threat exposure management (CTEM) aims to prioritize whatever most threatens the enterprise, whether or not such…
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Hiring Kit: Cybersecurity Engineer
Data collection, whether innocuous machine measurements or sensitive and regulated private information, plays a primary role in practically every business that uses the internet and IT infrastructure for business operations. Keeping that collected data safe and away from unauthorized users and criminal intruders is the job of the cybersecurity engineer. This customizable hiring kit, created…
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API Gateways and API Protection: What’s the Difference?
Tags: access, api, attack, authentication, data, dos, exploit, injection, unauthorized, vulnerabilityModern businesses are increasingly reliant on APIs. They are the building blocks facilitating data exchange and communication between disparate systems. Because of their prevalence and importance, they are also under attack by actors exploiting vulnerabilities and misconfigurations. Unauthorized access, data exposure, injection attacks, broken authentication, DoS attacks, shadow or unmanaged APIs, insecure API dependencies, and…
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British Hacker Charged in the US For $3.75m Insider Trading Scheme
UK hacker Robert Westbrook allegedly gained unauthorized access to corporate executives’ email accounts to profit from confidential financial information First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/briton-charged-us-dollar375m/
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7 Key Takeaways From IBM’s Cost of a Data Breach Report 2024
Tags: access, ai, attack, automation, breach, business, cloud, compliance, control, credentials, cyber, cybercrime, data, data-breach, defense, detection, email, encryption, exploit, finance, GDPR, guide, healthcare, ibm, incident response, infrastructure, intelligence, law, mitigation, ml, phishing, regulation, risk, risk-assessment, risk-management, saas, service, strategy, technology, threat, tool, unauthorized, vulnerabilityOverview: IBM’s Cost of a Data Breach Report 2024About the report IBM’s annual 2024 Cost of a Data Breach Report provides IT, risk management, and security leaders with timely, quantifiable evidence to guide them in their strategic decision-making. The report is based on an in-depth analysis of real-world data breaches experienced by 604 organizations globally…
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Hacking Kia Cars Remotely with a License Plate
Tags: access, breach, control, cyber, cybersecurity, data-breach, hacker, hacking, unauthorized, vulnerabilityCybersecurity researchers have uncovered a significant vulnerability in Kia vehicles that allowed hackers to remotely control key functions using nothing more than a car’s license plate. This breach, discovered on June 11, 2024, exposed the potential for unauthorized access to personal information and vehicle control, raising serious concerns about automotive cybersecurity. The Discovery According to…