January 11, 2024 at 03:19AM The text emphasizes the importance of securing staging environments to protect sensitive data and minimize security risks. It highlights the need for environmental parity, authentication mechanisms, VPNs, WAFs, and Identity-Aware Proxy for enhanced protection. The goal is to ensure smooth and predictable deployments while preserving asset security and integrity. After … Read more
January 10, 2024 at 06:26PM Adversary exploiting two known misconfigurations in big data technologies to deploy Monero cryptominer. Based on the meeting notes, the key takeaways are: – The adversary is taking advantage of two known misconfigurations in big data technologies – The purpose of this exploitation is to deploy a Monero cryptominer Full Article
January 10, 2024 at 05:42PM Consumer electronics manufacturers are rapidly innovating while regulators struggle to keep pace. This innovation has implications for data privacy, which remains in a precarious state. Based on the meeting notes, it is clear that consumer electronics manufacturers are rapidly innovating while regulators are slow to adapt to these changes. The … Read more
January 10, 2024 at 07:09AM Chinese state-backed experts claim to have devised a method for detecting individuals using Apple’s encrypted AirDrop messaging service, as reported by the Beijing municipal government. This revelation was disclosed on SecurityWeek. Based on the meeting notes, it appears that Chinese state-backed experts have claimed to have found a way to … Read more
January 10, 2024 at 06:34AM Cisco Talos released a decryptor for the Tortilla variant of Babuk ransomware, enabling victims to regain file access. The cybersecurity firm shared intelligence that led to the arrest of the threat actor. Avast also obtained the encryption key, updating its decryptor for all Tortilla victims. Meanwhile, Security Research Labs unveiled … Read more
January 10, 2024 at 04:30AM The U.S. FTC prohibited data broker Outlogic from sharing sensitive location data with third-parties due to privacy violations, requiring data destruction and a comprehensive privacy program. The FTC accused Outlogic of inadequate safeguards and transparency, prompting a settlement and Senator Wyden’s praise. Outlogic disagreed with the implications and the need … Read more
January 9, 2024 at 01:57PM The zoo informs that it does not retain guests’ credit card details as the investigation progresses. Based on the meeting notes provided, it appears that the zoo has confirmed that it does not store the credit card information of its guests. Full Article
January 9, 2024 at 01:57PM Financially motivated Turkish hackers are targeting Microsoft SQL servers worldwide, encrypting victims’ files using Mimic ransomware. Tracked as RE#TURGENCE, the attacks have hit targets in the EU, US, and Latin America. The hackers compromise insecure MSSQL servers using brute force attacks, then deploy ransomware payloads and execute other malicious activities. … Read more
January 5, 2024 at 05:27AM The text emphasizes the importance of effectively managing exposed secrets within an organization’s source code to prevent unauthorized access and data breaches. It outlines the key factors in addressing exposed secrets, such as classification, understanding the scope of exposure, identifying root causes, and leveraging technology for effective secrets management. It … Read more
January 4, 2024 at 01:34PM According to 23andMe’s legal representatives, the data disaster in October was allegedly caused by users’ poor password practices, while the biotech company’s infrastructure management was not to blame. The company pointed to users recycling compromised credentials as the main reason for the security breach. This response has been widely criticized … Read more