November 4, 2024 at 10:51AM Google’s Big Sleep AI successfully identified its first real-world vulnerability in SQLite, a widely used open-source database, highlighting AI’s potential in cybersecurity. This memory-safety flaw was reported and swiftly fixed by developers. The achievement underscores the promise of AI in enhancing software vulnerability detection and prevention prior to public release. … Read more
October 31, 2024 at 06:21PM Sophos revealed its “Pacific Rim” reports detailing ongoing conflicts with Chinese threat actors over five years. These groups exploit vulnerabilities in networking devices to deploy malware, monitor communications, and facilitate attacks. Sophos has investigated multiple incidents, attributing them to actors like Volt Typhoon, APT31, and APT41/Winnti. ### Meeting Takeaways: Sophos … Read more
October 29, 2024 at 06:38PM Over the past decade, China has developed a comprehensive pipeline of capture-the-flag (CTF) tournaments, boosting its cybersecurity training and talent pool. With over 50 annual competitions, these initiatives strengthen connections between industry and government, addressing talent shortages and enhancing the nation’s position as a cyber superpower. ### Meeting Takeaways on … Read more
October 28, 2024 at 04:09PM The FBI is investigating cyberattacks by Chinese-linked group Salt Typhoon on US telecoms, targeting phones of prominent political figures including Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Affected companies, like Verizon and AT&T, are under scrutiny, prompting questions from lawmakers about their security measures amid rising cyber threats linked to China. ### … Read more
October 28, 2024 at 12:09PM The FBI and CISA reported that Chinese hackers breached U.S. telecommunications providers, prompting investigations and alerts to affected entities. Emphasizing collaboration to mitigate threats, the U.S. government encourages potentially compromised organizations to report incidents. Canada also detected cyber scans by Chinese threat actors targeting government and democratic institutions, urging enhanced … Read more
October 25, 2024 at 09:06AM Renewable energy companies are less prepared for cybersecurity threats compared to traditional energy firms. A study revealed their median score as 85, below the oil and gas industry’s 94. The increased internet connectivity of renewable systems exposes them to risks, especially from third-party breaches, raising concerns for future cybersecurity defenses. … 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 15, 2024 at 04:05AM Trend Micro’s Threat Hunting Team identified EDRSilencer, a tool designed to block endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions, enhancing malware stealth by disrupting telemetry transmission. This enables threat actors to evade detection, complicating the identification of malware. Organizations are urged to strengthen security measures and monitor for this evolving threat. … Read more
October 11, 2024 at 05:27AM CISA warns of threat actors exploiting unencrypted persistent cookies in F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager for network reconnaissance. Organizations are advised to encrypt these cookies and use the BIG-IP iHealth diagnostic tool. Meanwhile, joint U.S.-U.K. agencies highlight threats from APT29, a Russian military intelligence group targeting various sectors. **Meeting Takeaways … Read more
October 8, 2024 at 02:02AM The Middle East and Turkey face increasing cyberattacks, with over 10 incidents per year on average. Cloudflare’s survey reveals that less than half of organizations feel adequately prepared for future attacks, driving efforts to modernize cyber defenses. Despite investments, concerns remain about the security of applications, data, and supply chains. … Read more