January 11, 2024 at 02:35PM A surge in phishing scams in the UAE has prompted warnings from authorities and businesses, particularly concerning fake websites posing as official entities. These counterfeit sites are being promoted through search engine manipulation and tactics such as ‘Black Hat’ SEO Poisoning. Reports also highlight an increase in phishing emails impersonating … Read more
January 11, 2024 at 01:44PM Critical Start, a leading cybersecurity solutions provider, has announced the launch of Critical Start Risk Assessments. This new solution offers organizations visibility into their risk posture, aligning assessments to industry frameworks and providing actionable insights for improved security. It addresses the misalignment between cybersecurity investments and risk reduction priorities and … Read more
January 11, 2024 at 01:44PM Job scammers are targeting Facebook users with fake work-from-home offers to steal personal data and banking details. The attackers impersonate legitimate recruiters and entice victims to install chat apps. Once engaged, they request personal information and credentials. To avoid falling victim, job seekers are advised to verify offers directly with … Read more
January 11, 2024 at 01:44PM Orca Security appoints Raf Chiodo as Chief Revenue Officer. Chiodo, with 25 years of experience in technology sales and leadership, is tasked with managing revenue-generating activities amidst high market demand for the cloud-native application protection platform. Orca remains committed to a channel-led go-to-market strategy and continuous innovation in cloud security … Read more
January 11, 2024 at 01:44PM Chris Inglis, former U.S. National Cyber Director, joins Claroty’s advisory board to enhance the company’s mission of safeguarding critical global infrastructure. His vast expertise in cybersecurity and national defense, spanning military, civilian, and government roles, will drive innovation in security solutions. CEO Yaniv Vardi emphasizes Inglis’s invaluable government insights for … Read more
January 11, 2024 at 01:35PM Microsoft released a PowerShell script to automate updating the WinRE partition and fix CVE-2024-20666, a BitLocker encryption bypass vulnerability. This addresses a known issue causing KB5034441 install failures on Windows 10, leaving devices vulnerable. The script applies an architecture-specific Safe OS Dynamic Update and reconfigures WinRE for BitLocker service. It’s … Read more
January 11, 2024 at 01:22PM Microsoft has announced an upgrade to its cloud computing service, allowing customers to store personal data within the European Union, instead of sending it to the U.S. This change covers services like Azure, Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and Dynamics 365. The move is in response to tightening data privacy laws … Read more
January 11, 2024 at 01:06PM The research by Trend Micro focuses on assessing the security vulnerabilities in Distributed Energy Generation (DEG) systems, particularly in solar devices. The study found significant concerns in communication modules and inverters, including issues with passwords, remote shutdown, firmware updates, and data sovereignty. These vulnerabilities pose risks to energy grid stability … Read more
January 11, 2024 at 01:06PM Trend Micro’s partnership with NEOM McLaren Formula E team for the 2024 season promises to deliver innovation and resilience. The collaboration aims to leverage cutting-edge technology in both racing and cybersecurity. This initiative embodies a shared commitment to performance, security, and environmental sustainability in driving future innovation. The meeting notes … Read more
January 11, 2024 at 12:55PM The Balada Injector malware has infected over 6,700 WordPress websites using a vulnerable version of the Popup Builder plugin. The attacks inject a backdoor that redirects visitors to fake support pages, lottery sites, and push notification scams. Defending against these attacks includes updating themes and plugins and minimizing the number … Read more