#DecentralizedNetwork

Mastodon Vulnerability Allows Hackers to Hijack Any Decentralized Account

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February 4, 2024 at 12:19PM Mastodon, a decentralized social network, has revealed a significant security flaw, CVE-2024-23832, with a severity rating of 9.4. Vulnerable versions include those before 3.5.17 and specific 4.0.x, 4.1.x, and 4.2.x versions. Mastodon plans to disclose technical details on February 15, 2024, urging administrators to update server instances promptly to prevent … Read more

New NKAbuse Malware Exploits NKN Blockchain Tech for DDoS Attacks

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December 15, 2023 at 01:24AM A new threat named NKAbuse has emerged, using the decentralized NKN network for communication. The malware leverages NKN technology to conduct DDoS attacks and function as an implant in compromised Linux systems, with potential expansion into IoT devices. NKAbuse lacks self-propagation and integrates backdoor features, making it a serious security … Read more