Meta disrupted two influence campaigns orchestrated by China and Russia, the company blocked thousands of accounts and pages. Meta announced it has taken down two of the largest known covert influence operations originating from China and Russia. The social network…
The importance of CISOs is not recognised by senior leadership
Over 70% of CISOs feel that the importance of information security is not recognised by senior leadership. That’s according to research from cyber security solutions provider BSS, which explores ‘How CISOs can succeed in a challenging landscape’. Of the 150 UK-based…
International Cyber Expo Commits to Highlighting Importance of Wellbeing in Cybersecurity
We all know that cybersecurity is stressful; we’ve seen the many stats that say that professionals are burnt out and stressed. But what the industry needs is changemakers and people willing to lead the movement towards a healthier future. Today,…
Ransomware Attack on Fencing Systems Maker Zaun Impacts UK Military Data
British mesh fencing systems maker Zaun discloses LockBit ransomware attack potentially impacting data related to UK military and intelligence sites. The post Ransomware Attack on Fencing Systems Maker Zaun Impacts UK Military Data appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has…
Cybersecurity M&A Roundup: 40 Deals Announced in August 2023
Forty cybersecurity-related merger and acquisition (M&A) deals were announced in August 2023. The post Cybersecurity M&A Roundup: 40 Deals Announced in August 2023 appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek RSS Feed Read the original article:…
Developers Warned of Malicious PyPI, NPM, Ruby Packages Targeting Macs
Malicious packages uploaded to PyPI, NPM, and Ruby repositories are targeting macOS users with information stealing malware. The post Developers Warned of Malicious PyPI, NPM, Ruby Packages Targeting Macs appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek…
ThetaRay nabs $57M for AI tools to fight money laundering
Money laundering — the process of transferring assets around in order to disguise the illicit origin of the money behind them — has been a huge and growing business for years, used by terrorists to finance their work, criminals to…
India warns of malware attacks targeting its Android users
India has warned its citizens of an advanced malware targeting Android users, capable of accessing sensitive data and allowing hackers control over infected devices. The Controller General of Defence Accounts, a department in India’s Defense Ministry, released the advisory on the…
Heimdal Announces Expansion into the Indian Market
Mumbai, 31st August 2023 — Heimdal, a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, is thrilled to announce its official entry into the Indian market. This strategic expansion marks a significant milestone in Heimdal’s mission to provide cutting-edge cybersecurity services to businesses…
Amazon Loses One Medical CEO After Acquisition
CEO of One Medical healthcare provider acquired by Amazon resigns, six months after $3.9 billion deal was closed This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Amazon Loses One Medical CEO After Acquisition
Analyzing a Facebook Profile Stealer Written in Node.js
We analyze an information stealer written in Node.js, packaged into an executable, exfiltrated stolen data via both Telegram bot API and a C&C server, and employed GraphQL as a channel for C&C communication. This article has been indexed from Trend…
More Schools Hit By Cyber-Attacks Before Term Begins
Highgate Wood School forced to delay new term for six days This article has been indexed from http://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/rss/news/76/application-security/ Read the original article: More Schools Hit By Cyber-Attacks Before Term Begins
Achieving Superior Security with Continuous Compliance
In a digital-first world, safeguarding sensitive data and ensuring compliance with industry regulations are paramount. Enter “Continuous Compliance” – a dynamic approach reshaping the cybersecurity paradigm . As a key part of an effective compliance strategy, continuous compliance is pivotal…
2023 Cost of a Data Breach: Key Takeaways
2023 Cost of a Data Breach: Key Takeaways It’s that time of year – IBM has released its “ Cost of a Data Breach Report .” This year’s report is jam-packed with some new research and findings that highlight how…
UK National Cyber Security Centre Gets a New CTO
Industry veteran Ollie Whitehouse is confirmed This article has been indexed from http://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/rss/news/76/application-security/ Read the original article: UK National Cyber Security Centre Gets a New CTO
Securing Linux Policy
Linux is a powerful and customizable operating system that has been the backbone of many businesses for decades. This policy from TechRepublic Premium provides guidelines for securing Linux on company computers and computers used to conduct company business. It assumes…
Freecycle Breach May Have Hit Millions of Users
Non-profit urges all users to reset passwords This article has been indexed from http://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/rss/news/76/application-security/ Read the original article: Freecycle Breach May Have Hit Millions of Users
Multiple IBM Sterling Secure Proxy Vulnerabilities Allow Remote Code Execution
Multiple vulnerabilities have been found in IBM Sterling Secure Proxy, mostly related to Denial of Service and Information Disclosure. It also consisted of a code execution vulnerability and an unidentified vulnerability. The severities of these vulnerabilities vary from 4.5 (Medium)…
Why Is MDR Better Than EDR: Enhancing Cybersecurity in the Modern World
Cybersecurity has become a paramount concern for businesses and organizations in today’s interconnected world. The rise of sophisticated cyber threats and the increasing complexity of IT environments have made it crucial for companies to invest in robust security solutions. Managed…
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A massive DDoS attack took down the site of the German financial agency BaFin
A distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack took the site of the German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) down. A distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack took the site of the German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) down for some days. It is not…
BitBrowser Hackers Launder 70.6% of Stolen Funds
Hackers were able to transfer a remarkable 70.6% of the stolen BitBrowser cash through the eXch crypto mixer in a recent cyber robbery that startled the cryptocurrency world. Concerns regarding the security of digital assets and the increasing sophistication of…
Meta Takes Down Thousands of Accounts Involved in Disinformation Ops from China and Russia
Meta has disclosed that it disrupted two of the largest known covert influence operations in the world from China and Russia, blocking thousands of accounts and pages across its platform. “It targeted more than 50 apps, including Facebook, Instagram, X…
Avoid storing this data on mobile to curb privacy and security concerns
To mitigate privacy and security concerns, it’s advisable to refrain from storing certain types of data on your mobile devices. While smartphones are indispensable for staying connected and managing various aspects of our lives, safeguarding personal information should be a…