Tag: unauthorized
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Are You Certain Your Secrets Are Safe?
Is Your Organization Fully Protected Against Security Breaches? Non-Human Identities (NHIs) have emerged as key players in fortifying the security of cloud environments. When an amalgamation of encrypted keys, these machine identities function as formidable barriers against unauthorized access, ensuring your sensitive data remains uncompromised. Unmasking the Role of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) NHIs are essentially……
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Cybersecurity Snapshot: SANS Recommends Six Controls To Secure AI Systems, While NCSC Warns About Outdated API Security Methods
Tags: access, advisory, ai, api, attack, authentication, best-practice, botnet, business, cisa, cloud, compliance, computer, control, credentials, cryptography, cyber, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, detection, dns, endpoint, framework, governance, government, incident response, infrastructure, injection, intelligence, Internet, least-privilege, malicious, mitigation, monitoring, network, phishing, privacy, programming, regulation, resilience, risk, risk-management, sans, service, strategy, supply-chain, threat, training, unauthorized, update, zero-trustCheck out the security controls that SANS Institute says are essential for protecting your AI systems. Plus, the U.K. NCSC urges organizations to adopt newer API security techniques. In addition, CISA and other cyber agencies warn that attackers are using “fast flux” techniques to conceal their actions. And much more! Dive into five things that…
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Cybersecurity Snapshot: SANS Recommends Six Controls To Secure AI Systems, While NCSC Warns About Outdated API Security Methods
Tags: access, advisory, ai, api, attack, authentication, best-practice, botnet, business, cisa, cloud, compliance, computer, control, credentials, cryptography, cyber, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, detection, dns, endpoint, framework, governance, government, incident response, infrastructure, injection, intelligence, Internet, least-privilege, malicious, mitigation, monitoring, network, phishing, privacy, programming, regulation, resilience, risk, risk-management, sans, service, strategy, supply-chain, threat, training, unauthorized, update, zero-trustCheck out the security controls that SANS Institute says are essential for protecting your AI systems. Plus, the U.K. NCSC urges organizations to adopt newer API security techniques. In addition, CISA and other cyber agencies warn that attackers are using “fast flux” techniques to conceal their actions. And much more! Dive into five things that…
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Cybersecurity Snapshot: SANS Recommends Six Controls To Secure AI Systems, While NCSC Warns About Outdated API Security Methods
Tags: access, advisory, ai, api, attack, authentication, best-practice, botnet, business, cisa, cloud, compliance, computer, control, credentials, cryptography, cyber, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, detection, dns, endpoint, framework, governance, government, incident response, infrastructure, injection, intelligence, Internet, least-privilege, malicious, mitigation, monitoring, network, phishing, privacy, programming, regulation, resilience, risk, risk-management, sans, service, strategy, supply-chain, threat, training, unauthorized, update, zero-trustCheck out the security controls that SANS Institute says are essential for protecting your AI systems. Plus, the U.K. NCSC urges organizations to adopt newer API security techniques. In addition, CISA and other cyber agencies warn that attackers are using “fast flux” techniques to conceal their actions. And much more! Dive into five things that…
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State Bar of Texas Confirms Data Breach, Begins Notifying Affected Consumers
The State Bar of Texas has confirmed a data breach following the detection of unauthorized activity on its network earlier this year. According to an official notice, the breach occurred between January 28, 2025, and February 9, 2025, during which an unauthorized actor gained access to sensitive information stored on the organization’s systems. The intrusion…
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Cybersecurity Snapshot: SANS Recommends Six Controls To Secure AI Systems, While NCSC Warns About Outdated API Security Methods
Tags: access, advisory, ai, api, attack, authentication, best-practice, botnet, business, cisa, cloud, compliance, computer, control, credentials, cryptography, cyber, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, detection, dns, endpoint, framework, governance, government, incident response, infrastructure, injection, intelligence, Internet, least-privilege, malicious, mitigation, monitoring, network, phishing, privacy, programming, regulation, resilience, risk, risk-management, sans, service, strategy, supply-chain, threat, training, unauthorized, update, zero-trustCheck out the security controls that SANS Institute says are essential for protecting your AI systems. Plus, the U.K. NCSC urges organizations to adopt newer API security techniques. In addition, CISA and other cyber agencies warn that attackers are using “fast flux” techniques to conceal their actions. And much more! Dive into five things that…
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Why is Cloud Security Audit Important for Businesses?
Cloud security audit is essential to protect cloud-hosted applications and data from unauthorized access and theft. While cloud providers offer businesses the advantage of hosting apps and data with ease, this flexibility comes with security risks. A breach in cloud security can lead to significant financial and reputational damage, requiring substantial resources to address and……
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Cybersecurity Snapshot: SANS Recommends Six Controls To Secure AI Systems, While NCSC Warns About Outdated API Security Methods
Tags: access, advisory, ai, api, attack, authentication, best-practice, botnet, business, cisa, cloud, compliance, computer, control, credentials, cryptography, cyber, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, detection, dns, endpoint, framework, governance, government, incident response, infrastructure, injection, intelligence, Internet, least-privilege, malicious, mitigation, monitoring, network, phishing, privacy, programming, regulation, resilience, risk, risk-management, sans, service, strategy, supply-chain, threat, training, unauthorized, update, zero-trustCheck out the security controls that SANS Institute says are essential for protecting your AI systems. Plus, the U.K. NCSC urges organizations to adopt newer API security techniques. In addition, CISA and other cyber agencies warn that attackers are using “fast flux” techniques to conceal their actions. And much more! Dive into five things that…
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Cybersecurity Snapshot: SANS Recommends Six Controls To Secure AI Systems, While NCSC Warns About Outdated API Security Methods
Tags: access, advisory, ai, api, attack, authentication, best-practice, botnet, business, cisa, cloud, compliance, computer, control, credentials, cryptography, cyber, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, detection, dns, endpoint, framework, governance, government, incident response, infrastructure, injection, intelligence, Internet, least-privilege, malicious, mitigation, monitoring, network, phishing, privacy, programming, regulation, resilience, risk, risk-management, sans, service, strategy, supply-chain, threat, training, unauthorized, update, zero-trustCheck out the security controls that SANS Institute says are essential for protecting your AI systems. Plus, the U.K. NCSC urges organizations to adopt newer API security techniques. In addition, CISA and other cyber agencies warn that attackers are using “fast flux” techniques to conceal their actions. And much more! Dive into five things that…
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Vite Development Server Flaw Allows Attackers Bypass Path Restrictions
A critical security vulnerability,CVE-2025-31125, has been identified in the Vite development server. Due to improper path verification during URL request processing, attackers can bypass path restrictions and gain unauthorized access to arbitrary files on affected servers. This flaw is particularly concerning as it can be exploited by unauthenticated attackers, leaving sensitive data at risk. The…
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Australian Pension Funds Hacked: Members Face Financial Losses
Several of Australia’s largest superannuation funds have been targeted in a coordinated cyberattack, leading to unauthorized access to customer accounts and financial losses for some members. Among those affected are major funds such as REST, Hostplus, AustralianSuper, Australian Retirement Trust, and Insignia Financial’s MLC Expand. Scope of the Cyberattack AustralianSuper, the nation’s largest super fund,…
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How To Harden GitLab Permissions with Tenable
Tags: access, api, attack, authentication, business, control, data, data-breach, gitlab, group, open-source, organized, programming, risk, saas, service, software, tool, unauthorizedIf your organization uses GitLab for managing your software development lifecycle, you must ensure you’re not misconfiguring the permissions of this open source DevSecOps platform. Doing so can expose your source code, along with sensitive data, while creating security risks. In this blog, we’ll explain how new Tenable plugins can help you keep your GitLab…
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New Trinda Malware Targets Android Devices by Replacing Phone Numbers During Calls
Kaspersky Lab has uncovered a new version of the Triada Trojan, a sophisticated malware targeting Android devices. This variant has been found pre-installed in the firmware of counterfeit smartphones mimicking popular models, often sold at discounted prices through unauthorized online stores. The malware poses significant risks to users, with more than 2,600 cases reported globally,…
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SonicWall Firewall Vulnerability Enables Unauthorized Access
Tags: access, authentication, cve, cyber, firewall, flaw, network, risk, unauthorized, vpn, vulnerabilityResearchers from Bishop Fox have successfully exploited CVE-2024-53704, an authentication bypass vulnerability that affects SonicWall firewalls. This critical flaw allows remote attackers to hijack active SSL VPN sessions, enabling unauthorized network access without requiring user credentials. If left unpatched, the vulnerability poses significant risks to organizations relying on SonicWall devices for their network security. CVE-2024-53704: The…
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Multiple Jenkins Plugin Vulnerabilities Expose Sensitive Information to Attackers
Jenkins, the widely used open-source automation server, faces heightened security risks after researchers disclosed11 critical vulnerabilitiesacross its core software and eight plugins. These flaws expose sensitive data, enable code execution, and allow unauthorized configuration changes. Key Vulnerabilities and Risks Affected Products and CVEs Affected Product CVE IDs Severity Affected Versions Fixed Version Jenkins Core CVE-2025-31720…
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Verizon Call Filter App Vulnerability Exposed Call Log Data of Customers
A vulnerability in Verizon’s Call Filter app for iOS has been discovered, allowing unauthorized access to customer call logs. This flaw allowed any individual with the requisite technical knowledge to retrieve incoming call data”, complete with timestamps”, for any Verizon phone number, posing serious risks to privacy and safety. The Vulnerability Unveiled The Verizon Call…
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Google Fixed Cloud Run Vulnerability Allowing Unauthorized Image Access via IAM Misuse
Tags: access, cloud, container, cybersecurity, google, iam, identity, malicious, unauthorized, vulnerabilityCybersecurity researchers have disclosed details of a now-patched privilege escalation vulnerability in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Cloud Run that could have allowed a malicious actor to access container images and even inject malicious code.”The vulnerability could have allowed such an identity to abuse its Google Cloud Run revision edit permissions in order to pull private…
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The urgent reality of machine identity security in 2025
Tags: access, ai, api, automation, breach, business, cloud, compliance, computing, credentials, crypto, cyber, encryption, exploit, identity, intelligence, resilience, risk, threat, unauthorized, vulnerabilityThe growth of machine identities and the associated risks Machine identities are experiencing exponential growth, with 79% of organizations predicting increases over the next year and 16% of those expecting radical growth of 50 to 150%. Cloud-native technologies, microservices, and artificial intelligence (AI) drive this surge because they’re environments where identities are created and discarded…
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How CISOs can use identity to advance zero trust
Tags: access, api, attack, authentication, automation, business, ciso, compliance, control, credentials, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, governance, iam, identity, malware, organized, resilience, risk, risk-assessment, strategy, tactics, threat, unauthorized, vulnerability, zero-trustIdentity: The decision point Perimeter-based security models built to keep attackers out won’t work when 60% of breaches now involve valid credentials. As my colleague Andy Thompson says, “It’s much easier to log in than hack in.”Every entity (human or non-human) accessing a resource (applications, data or other entities) requires an identity. That’s why identities are so…
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Salt Security: Focused on Solving Real Business Problems
Tags: api, attack, best-practice, breach, business, compliance, data, data-breach, detection, exploit, finance, GDPR, governance, government, HIPAA, incident response, infrastructure, mitigation, monitoring, PCI, privacy, programming, risk, service, soc, strategy, threat, tool, unauthorized, vulnerabilityIn today’s digital landscape, APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) have become integral to business operations, enabling seamless integration and innovation. However, this increased reliance on APIs has also introduced significant security challenges. Salt Security offers a comprehensive solution to these challenges, providing organizations with the tools they need to protect their digital assets effectively. This blog…
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Over 1,500 PostgreSQL Servers Compromised in Fileless Cryptocurrency Mining Campaign
Exposed PostgreSQL instances are the target of an ongoing campaign designed to gain unauthorized access and deploy cryptocurrency miners.Cloud security firm Wiz said the activity is a variant of an intrusion set that was first flagged by Aqua Security in August 2024 that involved the use of a malware strain dubbed PG_MEM. The campaign has…
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Google Cloud Fix Blocks Unauthorized Container Access
Attacker With Project Access Could Have Retrieved Private Images, Researchers Said. Google has fixed Google Cloud Platform vulnerability attackers could have exploited to gain unauthorized access to private container images, due to access restriction shortcomings. Researchers said the flaw highlights how services built atop other services can pose unexpected security risks. First seen on govinfosecurity.com…
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Critical Cybersecurity Lessons from the Recent Exposure of U.S. Military Plans
Tags: best-practice, compliance, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, defense, encryption, exploit, government, intelligence, leak, military, risk, tool, unauthorizedThe recent inadvertent exposure of classified U.S. military plans by top defense and intelligence leaders serves as a stark reminder that even the most capable cybersecurity tools and well-defined policies can be rendered meaningless if ignored or misused. In this case, senior leaders relied on the Signal messaging app to communicate sensitive data but unintentionally…
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Chord Specialty Dental Partners Data Breach Exposes Customer Personal Data
Chord Specialty Dental Partners is under scrutiny after revealing a data breach that compromised the personal and health information of its customers. The breach, which involved unauthorized access to employee email accounts, has left the sensitive data of thousands of individuals exposed and has prompted legal and cybersecurity investigations. The incident came to light when…
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Next.js Vulnerability Exposes Middleware Security Gaps
On March 21, 2025, a critical authorization bypass vulnerability in Next.js, identified as CVE-2025-29927, was disclosed with a CVSS score of 9.1. This framework’s middleware handling flaw enables attackers to bypass authentication and authorization, exposing sensitive routes to unauthorized access. Exploiting this vulnerability does not require authentication, providing attackers with direct access to protected routes….…
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Hackers Deploy 24,000 IPs to Breach Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect
A wave of malicious activity targeting Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS GlobalProtect portals has been observed, with nearly 24,000 unique IPs attempting unauthorized access over the past 30 days. This coordinated effort, flagged by cybersecurity firm GreyNoise, highlights the growing sophistication of attackers probing network defenses as a precursor to potential exploitation. GreyNoise detected the surge…
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CISA Warns of RESURGE Malware Exploiting Ivanti Connect Secure RCE Vulnerability
Tags: access, cisa, cve, cyber, cybersecurity, exploit, infrastructure, ivanti, malware, rce, remote-code-execution, threat, unauthorized, vulnerabilityThe Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a detailed Malware Analysis Report (MAR-25993211-r1.v1) on the RESURGE malware, which exploits the Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability CVE-2025-0282 in Ivanti Connect Secure devices. This vulnerability has been leveraged by threat actors to compromise critical infrastructure systems, enabling unauthorized access and control. CISA’s analysis revealed that…
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CISA Warns of RESURGE Malware Exploiting Ivanti Connect Secure RCE Vulnerability
Tags: access, cisa, cve, cyber, cybersecurity, exploit, infrastructure, ivanti, malware, rce, remote-code-execution, threat, unauthorized, vulnerabilityThe Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a detailed Malware Analysis Report (MAR-25993211-r1.v1) on the RESURGE malware, which exploits the Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability CVE-2025-0282 in Ivanti Connect Secure devices. This vulnerability has been leveraged by threat actors to compromise critical infrastructure systems, enabling unauthorized access and control. CISA’s analysis revealed that…
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Russian authorities arrest three suspects behind Mamont Android banking trojan
Russian authorities arrested three suspects for developing Mamont, a newly identified Android banking trojan. Russian authorities arrested three suspects in Saratov for developing Mamont (Russian for mammoth), a recently discovered Android banking trojan. >>Three Saratov residents are suspected of fraud and unauthorized access to computer information. Officers from the fraud prevention department of PJSC Sberbank…
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The Trump administration made an unprecedented security mistake you can avoid doing the same
Tags: access, attack, business, communications, control, cybersecurity, data, defense, government, group, intelligence, international, malicious, military, mobile, network, office, resilience, risk, russia, social-engineering, technology, threat, ukraine, unauthorized, usa, vulnerability, wormfaux pas of senior administration personnel went from bad to worse to the gutter in the span of 24 hours. If you haven’t read The Atlantic writeup, you should (there are two pieces, the revelation from Goldberg and then the subsequent release of the contents of the Signal chat). There is no getting around it,…