Recent Security News
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Germany blocks BadBox malware loaded on 30,000 Android devices
December 13, 2024 at 11:49AM Germany’s Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) has successfully disrupted the BadBox malware operation, which was pre-installed in over 30,000 sold Android IoT devices in the country. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Operation Disruption**: Germany’s Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) successfully disrupted the BadBox malware operation. 2. **Affected Devices**: The malware…
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DoJ Indicts 14 North Koreans for $88M IT Worker Fraud Scheme Over Six Years
December 13, 2024 at 11:45AM The U.S. Department of Justice has indicted 14 North Korean nationals for allegedly violating sanctions through a scheme involving wire fraud, money laundering, and identity theft. They illegally sought remote IT jobs while generating at least $88 million for the North Korean regime, utilizing various deceptive tactics to conceal their…
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Critical Vulnerabilities Found in Ruijie Reyee Cloud Management Platform
December 13, 2024 at 10:54AM Cybersecurity firm Claroty warns of vulnerabilities in the Reyee cloud management platform that could enable attackers to take control of 50,000 devices. Using device serial numbers, hackers can generate credentials, execute denial-of-service attacks, and potentially steal sensitive data. Ruijie has reportedly fixed all identified security issues. **Meeting Takeaways: Vulnerabilities in…
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US Updates a Science and Technology Pact With China to Reflect Growing Rivalry and Security Threats
December 13, 2024 at 10:40AM The U.S. has revised its science and technology agreement with China, narrowing its scope and enhancing security measures amid rising tensions. The deal, effective for five years, focuses on basic research, safeguarding intellectual property, and limiting cooperation on critical technologies like AI and quantum computing, reflecting the current geopolitical landscape.…
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Germany sinkholes BadBox malware pre-loaded on Android devices
December 13, 2024 at 10:22AM Germany’s Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) has successfully disrupted the BadBox malware operation, which was pre-loaded in more than 30,000 Android IoT devices sold in the country. This action aims to enhance cybersecurity for affected devices and protect users from potential threats. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Disruption of BadBox Malware**:…