Microsoft Fixes AI, Cloud, and ERP Security Flaws; One Exploited in Active Attacks

November 29, 2024 at 05:33AM Microsoft addressed four security vulnerabilities in its AI and cloud offerings, including a critical privilege escalation flaw (CVE-2024-49035) exploited in the wild. Other flaws include XSS and authentication issues in various products. While most have been mitigated, users are advised to update Dynamics 365 Sales apps for security. ### Meeting … Read more

Visio Trust Raises $7 Million for Third-Party Risk Management Platform

November 25, 2024 at 08:32AM Visio Trust, a third-party risk management provider, has raised $7 million, bringing its total funding to $24 million. The San Francisco-based startup, founded in 2020, utilizes AI to deliver security intelligence for enterprise customers. The new funds will enhance its artifact-based platform and support AI governance for risk reduction. **Meeting … Read more

New Windows 11 recovery tool to let admins remotely fix unbootable devices

November 19, 2024 at 10:09AM Microsoft is introducing a “Quick Machine Recovery” feature for Windows to enable IT administrators to remotely recover unbootable systems via targeted fixes. This initiative follows a significant outage in July 2024 caused by a faulty update. Additionally, new security measures will prevent future risks from kernel-level drivers. ### Meeting Highlights: … Read more

Enterprise Identity Threat Report 2024: Unveiling Hidden Threats to Corporate Identities

October 31, 2024 at 06:54AM The “Enterprise Identity Threat Report 2024” highlights vulnerabilities in corporate identity management, revealing that 2% of users drive most identity risks. Key issues include shadow identities, weak corporate passwords, high-risk browser extensions, and attackers bypassing legacy tools. Organizations must reassess their identity security strategies for better protection. **Meeting Takeaways: “Enterprise … Read more

FakeCall Android Trojan Evolves with New Evasion Tactics and Expanded Espionage Capabilities

October 30, 2024 at 09:03AM The FakeCall Android banking trojan has upgraded its evasion tactics and enhanced surveillance abilities, increasing risks for banks and enterprises. **Meeting Notes Takeaways:** 1. **Current Threat Overview:** The FakeCall Android banking trojan has evolved, incorporating advanced evasion tactics. 2. **Increased Risks:** The new capabilities of the trojan heighten risks for … Read more

Proofpoint to Acquire Data Security Posture Management Firm Normalyze

October 29, 2024 at 11:51AM Proofpoint, a leader in enterprise cybersecurity, is set to acquire Normalyze, a company specializing in data security posture management (DSPM). This acquisition aims to enhance Proofpoint’s security offerings. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Acquisition Announcement**: Proofpoint, a significant player in the enterprise cybersecurity sector, is set to acquire Normalyze, a company specializing … Read more

VMware Releases vCenter Server Update to Fix Critical RCE Vulnerability

October 22, 2024 at 03:18AM VMware has released updates for a critical security flaw (CVE-2024-38812) in vCenter Server, related to heap overflow vulnerabilities, allowing potential remote code execution. The flaw was previously patched inadequately. Users are urged to update to the latest versions to mitigate risks, although there’s currently no evidence of exploitation. **Meeting Takeaways … Read more

GitHub Patches Critical Flaw in Enterprise Server Allowing Unauthorized Instance Access

October 16, 2024 at 01:42AM GitHub has released security updates for Enterprise Server (GHES) addressing a critical vulnerability (CVE-2024-9487) that could enable unauthorized access via SAML SSO. The flaw has a CVSS score of 9.5. Additional vulnerabilities were also patched. Users are urged to update to the latest versions for enhanced security. ### Meeting Takeaways … Read more

LLMs Are a New Type of Insider Adversary

October 15, 2024 at 10:01AM Security teams recognize large language models (LLMs) as essential business tools, but their manipulation risks call for heightened caution. Vulnerabilities can lead to unauthorized actions, exposing sensitive data and causing significant breaches. Enterprises must adopt a proactive “assume breach” mindset, implementing strict access controls, data sanitization, and sandboxing to mitigate … Read more

Splunk Enterprise Update Patches Remote Code Execution Vulnerabilities

October 15, 2024 at 08:56AM Splunk has issued patches for several vulnerabilities in Splunk Enterprise, addressing two high-severity remote code execution flaws. This update aims to enhance security and mitigate risks associated with these vulnerabilities. The announcement was reported by SecurityWeek. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Patch Release**: Splunk has released patches addressing multiple vulnerabilities in Splunk … Read more