Recent Security News
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A New, Spookier Gh0st RAT Malware Haunts Global Cyber Targets
November 30, 2023 at 04:08PM A modified “Gh0st RAT” malware, called “SugarGh0st,” has been targeting South Koreans and Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Distributed via phishing with decoy documents, the updated malware evades detection and allows remote access, data theft, and system manipulation. Originating from March 2008, Gh0st RAT remains effective due to its adaptability…
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Uh-oh, update Google Chrome – exploit already out there for one of these 6 security holes
November 30, 2023 at 03:48PM Google has released an urgent Chrome update to fix six security vulnerabilities, including an actively exploited zero-day flaw (CVE-2023-6345) relating to the Skia graphics library. Spyware risks are implied. Zyxel also patched critical issues affecting NAS devices. Users are urged to promptly update Chrome to mitigate security threats. Meeting Takeaways:…
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Apple Patches WebKit Flaws Exploited on Older iPhones
November 30, 2023 at 02:54PM Apple’s security team reports that older iOS versions, prior to 16.7.1, were exploited due to flaws CVE-2023-42916 and CVE-2023-42917. Patches for these WebKit vulnerabilities have been released for affected iPhones. Meeting Takeaways: 1. Apple’s security response team has identified that vulnerabilities designated as CVE-2023-42916 and CVE-2023-42917 have been exploited. 2.…
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Apple fixes two new iOS zero-days in emergency updates
November 30, 2023 at 02:49PM Apple has patched 20 zero-day vulnerabilities in 2023, recently addressing two allowing attackers to exploit iPhones, iPads, and Macs via WebKit. The flaws enabled data access and code execution. Updates were issued for various devices and macOS versions. Google TAG identified the exploits, which historically targeted high-risk individuals. Clear Takeaways…