Adobe ColdFusion Vulnerability Exploited in Attacks on US Government Agency 

December 6, 2023 at 08:00AM A US government agency was attacked through a flaw in Adobe ColdFusion, identified as CVE-2023-26360, as reported by SecurityWeek. Key Takeaway from Meeting Notes: – An Adobe ColdFusion vulnerability with the identifier CVE-2023-26360 was exploited in cyberattacks targeting a US government agency. – The information regarding the exploitation of this … Read more

Agent Racoon Backdoor Targets Organizations in Middle East, Africa, and U.S.

December 2, 2023 at 03:48AM Unknown attackers have targeted various sectors in the Middle East, Africa, and the U.S. with Agent Raccoon backdoor malware, using DNS for covert communication. Palo Alto Networks is investigating the attacks, which involve other tools like Mimilite and Ntospy and are potentially linked to nation-state actors. No specific threat actor … Read more

Why Ransomware Could Surge in the Middle East & Africa

November 29, 2023 at 12:07PM Recent data indicate that cyberattacks, particularly ransomware, are intensifying in the Middle East and Africa due to geopolitical conflicts. South Africa experienced a sharp rise in attacks, whereas the UAE saw a decline following international efforts. Israel and its conflict with Palestinians are likely catalysts for further escalation. While cybercrime … Read more

CipherStash Raises $3 Million for Encryption-in-Use Technology

October 19, 2023 at 08:42AM Australian cybersecurity startup, CipherStash, has raised $3 million in a seed funding round led by Skip Capital. The company uses queryable encryption technology to protect data, offering tighter access controls and tracking capabilities. CipherStash’s solution integrates with various programming languages and databases. The funding will support the expansion of their … Read more