Recent Security News
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ShellBot Cracks Linux SSH Servers, Debuts New Evasion Tactic
October 13, 2023 at 01:47PM Cyberattackers are using the ShellBot malware to target Linux SSH servers. They are now using hexadecimal IP addresses to evade detection. This new method allows them to hide their activity from behavior-based detection systems. ShellBot is a well-known botnet that compromises servers with weak SSH credentials and can be used…
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Microsoft Debuts AI Bug-Bounty Program, Offers $15K
October 13, 2023 at 01:26PM Microsoft has introduced an AI bug-bounty program for researchers to identify vulnerabilities in its Bing generative AI chatbot and AI integrations. Rewards for eligible submissions range from $2,000 to $15,000. The program covers AI-powered Bing on bing.com, as well as integrations in Microsoft Edge, the Microsoft Start app, and Skype…
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Microsoft plans to kill off NTLM authentication in Windows 11
October 13, 2023 at 12:50PM Microsoft has announced that the NTLM authentication protocol will be phased out in Windows 11. Kerberos has replaced NTLM as the default authentication protocol since Windows 2000. Despite being used in older versions, NTLM is still vulnerable to attacks such as relay attacks and pass-the-hash attacks. Microsoft is working on…
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Gaza Conflict Paves Way for Pro-Hamas Information Operations
October 13, 2023 at 12:29PM Researchers are currently monitoring state-sponsored information operations connected to the Israel-Hamas conflict, but no significant cyber activities have been observed yet. However, experts predict an increase in cyber attacks over time. There have been two notable information operations campaigns identified, one related to Iran and the other to China. The…