Recent Security News
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Microsoft confirms game audio issues on Windows 11 24H2 PCs
November 20, 2024 at 11:52AM Microsoft identified a bug in Windows 24H2 that leads to game audio unexpectedly increasing to full volume when using USB DAC sound systems. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Issue Identified**: Microsoft has acknowledged a bug in Windows 24H2. 2. **Impact**: The bug leads to game audio unexpectedly increasing to full volume when…
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New Ghost Tap attack abuses NFC mobile payments to steal money
November 20, 2024 at 11:45AM Cybercriminals are exploiting a method called ‘Ghost Tap’ to cash out stolen credit card details via mobile payment systems, using money mules worldwide. This tactic, more sophisticated than past methods, enables remote cash outs at multiple locations, making detection difficult for financial institutions. Consumer vigilance is essential to prevent losses.…
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Risk Intelligence Startup RIIG Raises $3 Million
November 20, 2024 at 11:43AM SecurityWeek offers comprehensive cybersecurity news, covering topics like malware, ransomware, data breaches, and cyberwarfare. It features resources such as webcasts, a daily briefing newsletter, and events like the ICS Cybersecurity Conference. Subscribers can stay updated on trends and expert insights while managing risks in cybersecurity. ### Meeting Takeaways 1. **Cybersecurity…
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Apple Urgently Patches Actively Exploited Zero-Days
November 20, 2024 at 11:13AM Apple has released security updates for two zero-day vulnerabilities, CVE-2024-44308 and CVE-2024-44309, affecting multiple operating systems and Safari. These vulnerabilities could lead to arbitrary code execution and cross-site scripting attacks. Users are urged to update their devices to mitigate risks of exploitation. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Security Updates Released:** Apple has…
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Small US Cyber Agencies Are Underfunded & That’s a Problem
November 20, 2024 at 10:12AM The commentary emphasizes the underfunding of essential U.S. cybersecurity agencies, particularly NIST and the National Vulnerabilities Database (NVD). It argues that inadequate resources jeopardize the nation’s cybersecurity efforts, urging Congress to provide appropriate funding to safeguard critical infrastructure and maintain the U.S.’s status as a cyber superpower. ### Meeting Takeaways:…