Tag: unauthorized
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Cloudflare builds an AI to lead AI scraper bots into a horrible maze of junk content
Slop-making machine will feed unauthorized scrapers what they so richly deserve, hopefully without poisoning the internet First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2025/03/21/cloudflare_ai_labyrinth/
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Cloudflare Shifts to HTTPS-Only for APIs, Closing All HTTP Ports
Cloudflare has announced that it will shift its APIs to HTTPS-only connections, effectively closing all HTTP ports. This strategic decision aims to protect sensitive data from being intercepted by unauthorized parties during transmission. The change marks a crucial step forward in the company’s mission to safeguard users’ privacy and ensure the integrity of online communications.…
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AI in the Enterprise: Key Findings from the ThreatLabz 2025 AI Security Report
Tags: access, ai, attack, best-practice, breach, business, chatgpt, cloud, compliance, control, cyber, cybercrime, cybersecurity, data, deep-fake, exploit, finance, firewall, framework, germany, governance, government, healthcare, india, insurance, intelligence, least-privilege, malicious, malware, microsoft, monitoring, network, open-source, phishing, risk, scam, social-engineering, strategy, technology, threat, tool, unauthorized, update, vpn, vulnerability, zero-trustArtificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly shifted from buzz to business necessity over the past year”, something Zscaler has seen firsthand while pioneering AI-powered solutions and tracking enterprise AI/ML activity in the world’s largest security cloud.As enterprises embrace AI to boost productivity, accelerate decision-making, and automate workflows, to name a few benefits, cybercriminals are using the…
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Dell Alerts on Critical Secure Connect Gateway Vulnerabilities
Dell has issued several critical security alerts regarding vulnerabilities in its Secure Connect Gateway (SCG) products. These vulnerabilities pose significant risks to users, including potential data breaches and unauthorized access to sensitive information. This article will delve into the details of these vulnerabilities, their impact, and the necessary steps users can take to protect themselves.…
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Bybit Hack: Details of Sophisticated Multi-Stage Attack Uncovered
The Bybit hack, which occurred on February 21, 2025, has been extensively analyzed by multiple cybersecurity teams, including Sygnia. This attack exposed significant security vulnerabilities across various domains, including macOS malware, AWS cloud compromise, application security, and smart contract security. The incident involved unauthorized activity in Bybit’s Ethereum (ETH) cold wallets, where an ETH multisig…
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How to Permanently and Securely Delete Photos from an iPhone
Do you need to permanently and securely delete photos from an iPhone to prevent unauthorized access? Simply deleting… First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/how-to-permanently-securely-delete-photos-from-an-iphone/
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Privacy Roundup: Week 11 of Year 2025
Tags: android, api, apple, apt, attack, backdoor, breach, business, cctv, ceo, cloud, control, cve, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, detection, exploit, firmware, flaw, google, government, group, hacker, Internet, leak, mail, malicious, malware, microsoft, network, north-korea, phishing, privacy, regulation, remote-code-execution, router, scam, service, software, spy, spyware, technology, threat, tool, unauthorized, update, virus, vulnerability, wifi, windows, zero-dayThis is a news item roundup of privacy or privacy-related news items for 9 MAR 2025 – 15 MAR 2025. Information and summaries provided here are as-is for warranty purposes. Note: You may see some traditional “security” content mixed-in here due to the close relationship between online privacy and cybersecurity – many things may overlap;…
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How to encrypt and secure sensitive files on macOS
Encrypting files keeps sensitive data like personal details, finances, and passwords safe from attackers by making them unreadable to unauthorized users. Encryption also … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/03/17/how-to-encrypt-and-secure-sensitive-files-macos/
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Nvidia Riva Vulnerabilities Allow Unauthorized Use of AI Services
Vulnerabilities in Nvidia Riva could allow hackers to abuse speech and translation AI services that are typically expensive. The post Nvidia Riva Vulnerabilities Allow Unauthorized Use of AI Services appeared first on SecurityWeek. First seen on securityweek.com Jump to article: www.securityweek.com/nvidia-riva-vulnerabilities-allow-unauthorized-use-of-ai-services/
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ManageEngine Analytics Vulnerability Enables User Account Takeover
A significant security vulnerability has been identified in ManageEngine’s Analytics Plus on-premise solution, affecting all Windows builds below version 6130. This high-severity vulnerability, designated as CVE-2025-1724, allows unauthorized access to authenticated AD user accounts, potentially leading to account takeovers and exposure of sensitive user information. CVE-2025-1724: AD Authentication User Account Takeover Vulnerability This critical issue…
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Hackers Exploit Tomcat Vulnerability to Hijack Apache Servers
Tags: access, apache, cve, cyber, cybersecurity, exploit, hacker, malicious, remote-code-execution, threat, unauthorized, vulnerabilityA recent and significant cybersecurity threat has emerged involving a critical vulnerability in Apache Tomcat, identified as CVE-2025-24813. This vulnerability allows for remote code execution, potentially allowing hackers to hijack servers running Apache Tomcat. The exploitation of this vulnerability is a serious concern, as it could lead to widespread unauthorized access and malicious activities on…
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Hackers Target TP-Link Vulnerability to Gain Full System Control
Hackers exploit a vulnerability in TP-Link routers, specifically the TL-WR845N model, to gain full control over the system. This exploit allows unauthorized users to access the root shell credentials, giving them unrestricted access to manipulate and control the router. Here is a summary of the affected product and how the vulnerability can be exploited: Affected…
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Beyond Checkboxes: The Essential Need for Robust API Compliance
Tags: access, api, attack, authentication, automation, banking, breach, business, cloud, compliance, control, credentials, cyber, cybersecurity, data, detection, encryption, exploit, finance, framework, fraud, GDPR, governance, government, HIPAA, infrastructure, injection, insurance, least-privilege, malicious, mfa, mitre, monitoring, nist, PCI, privacy, regulation, risk, service, tactics, technology, theft, threat, tool, unauthorized, vulnerability, zero-trustAPIs serve as essential links in today’s digital infrastructure, enabling data sharing and application integration. However, their widespread use has made them prime targets for attackers. Hence, strict compliance with security regulations is not just optional; it is imperative for business success. The increasing frequency of data breaches and the sophistication of cyber threats highlight…
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New SuperBlack ransomware exploits Fortinet auth bypass flaws
A new ransomware operator named ‘Mora_001’ is exploiting two Fortinet vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access to firewall appliances and deploy a custom ransomware strain dubbed SuperBlack. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-superblack-ransomware-exploits-fortinet-auth-bypass-flaws/
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DeepSeek Deep Dive Part 1: Creating Malware, Including Keyloggers and Ransomware
Tags: ai, antivirus, api, chatgpt, china, cloud, computer, cryptography, cybercrime, cybersecurity, data, detection, encryption, google, guide, injection, intelligence, law, LLM, malicious, malware, monitoring, network, north-korea, open-source, openai, privacy, programming, ransomware, service, software, strategy, threat, tool, training, unauthorized, vulnerability, windowsTenable Research examines DeepSeek R1 and its capability to develop malware, such as a keylogger and ransomware. We found it provides a useful starting point, but requires additional prompting and debugging. Background As generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) has increased in popularity since the launch of ChatGPT, cybercriminals have become quite fond of GenAI tools to…
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Ollama Unauthorized Access Vulnerability Due to Improper Configuration (CNVD-2025-04094)
Overview Recently, NSFOCUS detected that Ollama improperly configured and unauthorized access vulnerabilities were disclosed online (CNVD-2025-04094); Because Ollama does not have authentication and access control functions by default, when a user opens the service (port 11434 by default) to the public network, an unauthenticated attacker can directly call its API interface to steal sensitive model…The…
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Chinese cyberespionage group deploys custom backdoors on Juniper routers
Tags: access, attack, authentication, backdoor, backup, botnet, china, control, credentials, cyberespionage, ddos, detection, encryption, endpoint, espionage, exploit, google, group, identity, infrastructure, injection, intelligence, malicious, malware, mandiant, mitigation, monitoring, network, risk, router, software, switch, tactics, threat, tool, unauthorized, update, vulnerability, zero-dayFile integrity protections were bypassed: Attackers’ initial access to the Juniper MX routers analyzed by Mandiant seems to have been achieved with legitimate credentials. While UNC3886 has developed and used zero-day exploits to compromise network-edge devices in the past, the group actively performs credential collection on compromised networks for lateral movement to support its goal…
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March Patch Tuesday warnings: Act fast to plug zero day holes in Windows, VMware
Tags: access, advisory, authentication, cisco, cloud, communications, control, credentials, csf, cve, data, data-breach, exploit, flaw, incident response, infrastructure, microsoft, network, office, remote-code-execution, router, security-incident, service, software, unauthorized, update, vmware, vulnerability, windows, zero-dayMicrosoft issues: Windows admins have to deal with patching six zero days, six critical vulnerabilities, plus the hole that already has a publicly available proof-of-concept.”All six of the vulnerabilities that Microsoft has labelled as ‘exploit detected’ are resolved with the monthly cumulative update,” pointed out Tyler Reguly, associate director of security R&D at Fortra. “This…
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CISA Issues Advisory on Windows NTFS Flaw Enabling Local Code Execution
Tags: advisory, cisa, cve, cyber, cybersecurity, flaw, infrastructure, microsoft, technology, unauthorized, vulnerability, windowsThe U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an advisory regarding a significant vulnerability in the Microsoft Windows New Technology File System (NTFS). This security flaw, identified as CVE-2025-24993, involves a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability. The vulnerability could potentially allow an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally on affected systems. Overview of the…
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CISA Issues Security Alert on Windows NTFS Exploit Risk
Tags: access, cisa, cve, cyber, cybersecurity, data, exploit, flaw, infrastructure, microsoft, risk, technology, unauthorized, vulnerability, windowsThe Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a critical warning regarding a recently discovered vulnerability in Microsoft’s Windows New Technology File System (NTFS). Identified as CVE-2025-24991, this security flaw could potentially lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data due to an out-of-bounds read vulnerability. The vulnerability, categorized under CWE-125, highlights a concerning issue…
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CISA Warns of Exploitable Fast FAT Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows
Tags: cisa, cve, cyber, cybersecurity, infrastructure, microsoft, threat, unauthorized, vulnerability, windowsThe Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a warning regarding a critical vulnerability in the Microsoft Windows Fast FAT File System Driver. This vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-24985, poses a significant threat as it involves an integer overflow or wraparound issue, which could allow unauthorized attackers to execute harmful code on affected systems. The…
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Apple discloses zero-day vulnerability, releases emergency patches
Apple released emergency software patches Tuesday that address a newly identified zero-day vulnerability in the company’s WebKit web browser engine. Tracked as CVE-2025-24201, an attacker can potentially escape the constraints of Webkit’s Web Content sandbox, potentially leading to unauthorized actions. The sandbox is a security feature that isolates untrusted web content in order to prevent…
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Telecom Giant NTT Confirms Data Breach Affecting 18,000 Corporate Customers
Tags: access, breach, communications, corporate, cyber, data, data-breach, email, phone, service, unauthorizedJapanese telecom giant NTT Communications (NTT Com) has confirmed a data breach that compromised the information of nearly 18,000 corporate customers. The breach, which occurred in February, involved unauthorized access to an internal system used for managing service orders. Details of the Breach The breached data includes customer names, contract numbers, phone numbers, email addresses,…
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Lawsuit Says DOGE is Ignoring Key Social Security Data Rules
Ousted Social Security Official Accuses DOGE of Bypassing Critical Data Protections. A former top official at the Social Security Administration has alleged that members of Elon Musk’s controversial task force ignored critical security protocols to gain unauthorized access to sensitive data while disregarding established procedures designed to protect it. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to…
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Critical Vulnerabilities in Moxa Switches Enable Unauthorized Access
Tags: access, authentication, cve, cyber, exploit, flaw, malicious, network, unauthorized, vulnerabilityA critical vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-12297 has been discovered in Moxa’s PT series of network switches, affecting multiple models across different product lines. This security flaw involves an authorization logic disclosure that can be exploited to bypass authentication mechanisms, allowing malicious actors to gain unauthorized access to sensitive configurations, potentially disrupting network services. The vulnerability,…
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Cobalt Strike Exploitation by Hackers Drops, Report Reveals
A collaborative initiative involving Microsoft’s Digital Crimes Unit (DCU), Fortra, and the Health Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Health-ISAC) has reported a major drop in the use of unauthorized versions of the cyber tool Cobalt Strike by hackers. Since the partnership began in 2023, these organizations have worked tirelessly to combat the misuse of Cobalt…
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Number of Unauthorized Cobalt Strike Copies Plummets 80%
Tags: unauthorizedFortra claims the number of unauthorized Cobalt Strike licenses in the wild fell 80% over two years First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/number-unauthorized-cobalt-strike/
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Cybercriminals Lose: 80% Fewer Unauthorized Cobalt Strikes
A collaborative effort led by Microsoft’s Digital Crimes Unit (DCU), Fortra, and the Health Information Sharing and Analysis First seen on securityonline.info Jump to article: securityonline.info/cybercriminals-lose-80-fewer-unauthorized-cobalt-strikes/
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Thinkware Dashcam Vulnerability Leaks Credentials to Attackers
Tags: access, credentials, cyber, data, leak, malicious, privacy, risk, service, unauthorized, vulnerabilityA series of significant security vulnerabilities have been discovered in the Thinkware Dashcam, specifically the F800 Pro model, which could pose serious risks to users’ privacy and security. These issues include unauthorized access to sensitive data, denial of service, and the ability to write malicious files. Below is a detailed overview of these vulnerabilities and…