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November 15, 2024
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High-Severity Flaw in PostgreSQL Allows Hackers to Exploit Environment Variables

November 15, 2024
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CISA Flags Two Actively Exploited Palo Alto Flaws; New RCE Attack Confirmed

November 15, 2024
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Bitfinex Hacker Sentenced to 5 Years, Guilty of Laundering $10.5 Billion in Bitcoin

November 14, 2024
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Experts Uncover 70,000 Hijacked Domains in Widespread ‘Sitting Ducks’ Attack Scheme

November 14, 2024
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Google Warns of Rising Cloaking Scams, AI-Driven Fraud, and Crypto Schemes

November 14, 2024
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5 BCDR Oversights That Leave You Exposed to Ransomware

November 14, 2024
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New RustyAttr Malware Targets macOS Through Extended Attribute Abuse

November 14, 2024
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TikTok Pixel Privacy Nightmare: A New Case Study

November 14, 2024
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Russian Hackers Exploit New NTLM Flaw to Deploy RAT Malware via Phishing Emails

November 13, 2024
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Hamas-Affiliated WIRTE Employs SameCoin Wiper in Disruptive Attacks Against Israel

Phishing Report Findings Call for a Fundamental Shift in Organizational Approaches to Defense December 23, 2024
SlashNext has released its 2024 Phishing Intelligence Report, a comprehensive study identifying and analyzing the vectors most exploited by cybercriminals in the past year. The findings and how the data is trending form recommendations for organizations on the best areas to strengthen their security defenses against attacks in 2025. Their message to organizations for 2025 […]
Adam Parlett
CISA and EPA Warn Water Facilities to Secure Exposed HMIs December 20, 2024
The US government is imploring water and wastewater organizations to secure internet-exposed human-machine interfaces (HMIs) that provide access to industrial machines against cyberattacks. Unauthorized access to these HMIs can allow malicious actors to view sensitive information and disrupt operations. HMIs are systems or devices that enable interaction between humans and machines, allowing users to control […]
Adam Parlett
Data Sovereignty in a Cloud-Driven World is not a Given December 18, 2024
Data sovereignty refers to the principle that digital information can remain subject to the laws and governance structures of the country where it is collected or stored. But this, like most things related to the cloud, is more complicated than it first appears. When organizations use cloud services, it is almost a given that when […]
Steve Prentice
These Six Innovations Have the Potential to Transform Cybersecurity in 2025 December 18, 2024
The cybersecurity landscape evolves at a breakneck pace, with new, sophisticated threats challenging even the most intricate defenses. As 2025 approaches, several groundbreaking innovations are poised to redefine how businesses and individuals secure their digital assets and respond to emerging cyberthreats. Here’s an exploration of innovations that stand to transform cybersecurity and their implications and […]
Dylan Berger
The Hidden Risks of Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and How to Mitigate Them December 17, 2024
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) is white hot. Just ask Fortune Business Insights, which reports that the VDI market size will grow from $15.61 billion in 2024 to $80.82 billion by 2032, with a CAGR of 22.8%. One catalyst behind this adoption is the view that VDI is a more secure alternative to physical desktops. While this […]
Brad LaPorte
Nine Updated Security Measures for the Modern Smart Home December 17, 2024
Modern smart homes offer unparalleled convenience, but there’s a catch. Security vulnerabilities can leave you open to cyberattacks, letting criminals “see” far more than they could glimpse through your window curtains—like your bank account number. Taking the following nine measures increases your peace of mind while safeguarding what you hold dear. Modern Cyberthreats and Your […]
Dylan Berger
Cybersecurity in 2025 – A New Era of Complexity December 16, 2024
As the world steps into 2025, the cybersecurity landscape is set to evolve at an unprecedented pace, driven by the convergence of emerging technologies, sophisticated threats, and tightening regulations. The fourth edition of this report delves into the critical trends shaping the industry, offering key insights to help organizations navigate the challenges ahead. From the […]
Kirsten Doyle
It’s Beginning to look a lot like Grinch bots December 13, 2024
Almost three-quarters (71%) of UK consumers believe that nefariously named ‘Grinch bots’ are ruining Christmas by acquiring all the best presents. This was one of the findings of new research from Imperva, a Thales company. Grinch bots are automated programs set up to monitor trending retail items and quickly purchase all available stock when such […]
Adam Parlett
Hackers Target Global Sporting Events with Fake Domains to Steal Logins December 13, 2024
New research from Palo Alto Networks has revealed that cybercriminals are taking advantage of high-profile sporting events to conduct scams, phishing, and malware attacks through suspicious domain registrations and other malicious activities. Domain Abuse Surges During Paris Olympics For example, researchers uncovered significant spikes in newly registered domains (NRDs), DNS anomalies, and URL traffic during […]
Josh Breaker Rolfe
Not Every Gift Comes from Santa Claus: Avoiding Cyber Scams This Holiday Season December 13, 2024
The holidays are a time for joy, connection, and giving, but amidst the festive cheer lies a growing cyber threat that’s anything but jolly. As we fill our online shopping carts with gifts for loved ones, scammers are busy crafting their own presents—persuasive, GenAI-generated phishing emails and ads designed to steal your personal information, financial […]
Anastasios Arampatzis

Category: Blog

High-Severity Flaw in PostgreSQL Allows Hackers to Exploit Environment Variables

CISA Flags Two Actively Exploited Palo Alto Flaws; New RCE Attack Confirmed

Bitfinex Hacker Sentenced to 5 Years, Guilty of Laundering $10.5 Billion in Bitcoin

Experts Uncover 70,000 Hijacked Domains in Widespread ‘Sitting Ducks’ Attack Scheme

Google Warns of Rising Cloaking Scams, AI-Driven Fraud, and Crypto Schemes

5 BCDR Oversights That Leave You Exposed to Ransomware

New RustyAttr Malware Targets macOS Through Extended Attribute Abuse

TikTok Pixel Privacy Nightmare: A New Case Study

Russian Hackers Exploit New NTLM Flaw to Deploy RAT Malware via Phishing Emails

Hamas-Affiliated WIRTE Employs SameCoin Wiper in Disruptive Attacks Against Israel

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