November 20, 2024 at 02:21AM At a roundtable of CISOs, concerns shifted from funding to data management challenges. While data visibility has increased, so have security risks. As data becomes ubiquitous, CISOs worry that the cost of managing it may outweigh its benefits, likening it to “yellowcake”—potentially valuable yet hazardous if mismanaged. ### Meeting Takeaways: … Read more
November 19, 2024 at 09:44AM The text discusses the persistent issue of data breaches in cybersecurity, highlighting the author’s experiences. It calls for companies to improve both pre- and post-breach practices, including timely notifications and proactive tools for consumers. Additionally, it suggests implementing industry regulations and financial accountability for companies to better protect consumer data. … Read more
November 19, 2024 at 02:03AM Recently patched vulnerabilities in Progress Kemp LoadMaster and VMware vCenter Server are being actively exploited. CISA added CVE-2024-1212, a critical flaw, to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. Other vulnerabilities in VMware include CVE-2024-38812 and CVE-2024-38813, with remediation recommended by December 9, 2024, for federal agencies. **Meeting Takeaways – November 19, … Read more
November 18, 2024 at 06:41AM AnnieMac Home Mortgage has announced a data breach affecting over 171,000 individuals due to a hacker attack. This incident raises concerns about data security and customer privacy. **Meeting Notes Takeaways:** 1. **Company Involved**: AnnieMac Home Mortgage 2. **Incident**: Data compromise due to a hacker attack 3. **Impact**: Over 171,000 individuals … Read more
November 16, 2024 at 03:20PM Fake AI image and video generator websites are distributing Lumma Stealer for Windows and AMOS for macOS, both designed to steal credentials and cryptocurrency wallets. These sites impersonate a legitimate application, EditProAI, leading users to malicious downloads. Users should reset compromised passwords and enable multi-factor authentication. ### Meeting Takeaways 1. … Read more
November 15, 2024 at 05:24PM ChatGPT’s architecture may expose sensitive data and internal instructions, raising security concerns. Despite OpenAI’s claim of intentional design, experts warn this could enable malicious users to reverse-engineer vulnerabilities and access confidential information stored in custom GPTs. Users are cautioned to avoid uploading sensitive data due to potential leaks. ### Meeting … Read more
November 15, 2024 at 01:39AM Misconfigured Microsoft Power Pages websites are exposing sensitive data of millions, including personal identifiable information (PII), due to lax access controls. Aaron Costello of AppOmni highlights significant leaks, such as one affecting 1.1 million NHS employees. Organizations must enhance security measures for external-facing sites to prevent data breaches. **Meeting Takeaways:** … Read more
November 14, 2024 at 08:09AM Misconfigured access controls in Microsoft Power Pages are exposing millions of sensitive records online, as many sites fail to implement necessary security measures. This widespread issue affects various industries, allowing unauthorized access to personal data, including that of 1.1 million NHS employees. Awareness exists, but negligence persists among developers. ### … Read more
November 14, 2024 at 07:39AM Robert Purbeck received a 10-year prison sentence for stealing personal information from over 132,000 individuals and committing extortion. This case highlights serious concerns regarding data security and cybercrime. ### Meeting Notes Takeaways: – **Individual Involved**: Robert Purbeck – **Offense**: Hacking, data theft, and extortion – **Sentence**: 10 years in prison … Read more
November 12, 2024 at 11:14AM Researchers have revealed a proof of concept for a serious vulnerability in Citrix’s Virtual Apps and Desktops, allowing unauthenticated remote code execution through HTTP requests. This flaw lets attackers gain system privileges and impersonate users. Citrix disputes the severity and has issued hotfixes, urging customers to apply them immediately. ### … Read more