October 24, 2024 at 10:06AM Cybersecurity researchers revealed a vulnerability in the AWS Cloud Development Kit that could allow account takeover. The flaw, linked to predictable S3 bucket names, could enable attackers to manipulate CloudFormation templates. AWS addressed this in July 2024, advising users to customize naming patterns to enhance security. ### Meeting Takeaways 1. … Read more
October 24, 2024 at 07:41AM The ICS Cybersecurity Conference is broadcasting live from Atlanta, offering remote sessions on various cybersecurity topics, including threats, incident response, and data protection. SecurityWeek provides news, webcasts, and virtual events focused on cybersecurity, and encourages subscriptions to their daily briefing newsletter for the latest insights. ### Takeaways from the Meeting … Read more
October 24, 2024 at 05:08AM The ICS Cybersecurity Conference is being broadcast live from Atlanta, allowing remote participation. It focuses on various cybersecurity topics, including threats, vulnerabilities, risk management, and compliance. Attendees can connect, subscribe to newsletters for updates, and explore multiple cybersecurity aspects, from malware to incident response. ### Meeting Takeaways from the ICS … Read more
October 23, 2024 at 10:36PM Trend Micro researchers report that attackers are exploiting exposed Docker Remote API servers to deploy perfctl cryptomining malware. These vulnerabilities allow unauthorized access and control over Linux servers. To mitigate risks, organizations should implement strong access controls, monitor for suspicious activities, and adhere to container security best practices. ### Meeting … Read more
October 23, 2024 at 09:55AM Identity security is increasingly critical due to recent breaches involving major companies. A Permiso report reveals 45% of organizations are concerned about their tools’ effectiveness. Human identities, often seen as riskier, lead to impersonation attacks and data breaches. A unified approach is needed to enhance identity security across environments. ### … Read more
October 23, 2024 at 06:36AM Threat actors are exploiting Amazon S3’s Transfer Acceleration feature for ransomware attacks to exfiltrate data. They use disguised Golang ransomware and hard-coded AWS credentials, affecting both Windows and macOS. Recent reports show a rise in ransomware incidents, with notable groups adapting their tactics amidst ongoing threats and vulnerabilities. ### Meeting … Read more
October 22, 2024 at 08:40PM An analysis by Symantec revealed that several popular mobile apps contain hardcoded, unencrypted cloud service credentials, exposing user data to security risks. This issue stems from poor coding practices. Researchers urge developers to adopt secure practices and recommend users install third-party security systems and scrutinize app permissions. ### Meeting Takeaways: … Read more
October 22, 2024 at 10:30AM Trend Micro reports attacks on Docker remote API servers, deploying SRBMiner to mine XRP cryptocurrency. Attackers use the gRPC protocol over h2c to bypass security measures. They probe for public Docker APIs, upgrade connections, and execute malicious commands. Users are advised to enhance security measures to prevent unauthorized access. **Meeting … Read more
October 22, 2024 at 10:13AM VMware has issued a critical security update for CVE-2024-38812, a remote code execution vulnerability in vCenter Server that was inadequately addressed in September 2024. Users must apply the new patches for vCenter 7.0.3, 8.0.2, and 8.0.3 urgently, as no effective workarounds exist. ### Meeting Notes Takeaways: 1. **Security Update Release**: … Read more
October 22, 2024 at 06:45AM SecurityWeek offers comprehensive coverage of cybersecurity news, including threats, data breaches, and risk management. The platform also features webcasts, virtual events, and an ICS Cybersecurity Conference. Subscribe to their Daily Briefing Newsletter for updates on the latest cybersecurity insights and trends. Unsubscription is available anytime. ### Meeting Takeaways **1. Overview … Read more