#Infosec

Researcher Discloses 32 Vulnerabilities Found in IBM Security Verify Access 

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November 5, 2024 at 06:49AM IBM Security Verify Access has 32 vulnerabilities that attackers could exploit, potentially compromising the entire authentication infrastructure. This alarming discovery was disclosed by a researcher and highlights significant security risks. The findings were reported by SecurityWeek. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Security Vulnerability Report**: Researchers identified 32 vulnerabilities in IBM Security Verify … Read more

Honeypot Surprise: Researchers Catch Attackers Exposing 15,000 Stolen Credentials in S3 Bucket

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October 31, 2024 at 08:37AM Sysdig researchers discovered a misconfigured S3 bucket linked to EmeraldWhale, revealing 1.5 terabytes of stolen credentials and scripts. This incident led to the exposure of 15,000 stolen credentials, highlighting significant security vulnerabilities. ### Meeting Notes Summary: 1. **Incident Detected**: Sysdig researchers identified a significant misconfiguration in an S3 bucket linked … Read more

API Security Matters: The Risks of Turning a Blind Eye

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October 31, 2024 at 07:00AM The article discusses the tendency in the security field to overlook crucial security issues for convenience. It emphasizes the potential risks associated with neglecting API security and highlights the importance of addressing these challenges. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Security Compromise Risks**: There is a tendency within the security field to overlook … Read more

FBI, Partners Disrupt RedLine, Meta Stealer Operations

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October 29, 2024 at 10:36AM The FBI and international agencies disrupted cybercriminal activities tied to the RedLine and Meta stealers, seizing servers and source code under Operation Magnus. Developer Maxim Rudometov faces multiple charges. The malware, responsible for massive credential theft, is sold via forums and Telegram, enabling ongoing cybercrime. Investigations continue. ### Meeting Takeaways: … Read more

Fortinet Confirms Zero-Day Exploit Targeting FortiManager Systems

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October 23, 2024 at 04:07PM Fortinet has confirmed zero-day exploits targeting a remote code execution vulnerability in the FortiManager platform, which has a CVSS severity score of 9.8/10. The information was reported by SecurityWeek. ### Meeting Takeaways – **Subject**: Zero-Day Exploit in FortiManager – **Vendor**: Fortinet – **Issue**: Confirmation of zero-day exploits affecting a remote … Read more

Bumblebee Malware Loader Resurfaces Following Law Enforcement Takedown

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October 22, 2024 at 06:22AM The Bumblebee malware loader may be reemerging after a law enforcement operation in May 2024. This malicious campaign highlights the potential revival of this threat. The information is reported by SecurityWeek. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Resurgence of Bumblebee Malware Loader**: There is a new malicious campaign indicating that the Bumblebee malware … Read more

VMware Struggles to Fix Flaw Exploited at Chinese Hacking Contest

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October 21, 2024 at 03:16PM VMware has addressed a remote code execution vulnerability for the second time in two months. This flaw was first exploited during a Chinese hacking contest in June. The company’s ongoing efforts highlight challenges in fully resolving the security issue. **Meeting Notes Takeaways:** 1. **Recurring Issue**: VMware has faced a remote … Read more

Atlassian Patches Vulnerabilities in Bitbucket, Confluence, Jira

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October 21, 2024 at 07:04AM Atlassian has issued patches addressing high-severity vulnerabilities in Bitbucket, Confluence, and Jira Service Management, enhancing security for these platforms. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Atlassian Vulnerability Patches**: Atlassian has released patches addressing high-severity vulnerabilities in three key products: – Bitbucket – Confluence – Jira Service Management 2. **Source of Information**: The announcement … Read more

AI and Hardware Hacking on the Rise

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October 21, 2024 at 06:13AM Bugcrowd’s report, “Inside the Mind of a Hacker,” explores insights from a major hacker community. It highlights the increasing trends in AI and hardware hacking, reflecting evolving challenges in cybersecurity. The findings underscore the need for heightened awareness and proactive measures in the tech security landscape. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Report … Read more

Internet Archive exposed again – this time through Zendesk

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October 20, 2024 at 09:36PM The Internet Archive faces ongoing issues following a recent infosec breach, with unknown parties allegedly sending mass emails using stolen Zendesk tokens. The emails claimed access to sensitive user data, raising concerns about security. Despite the Archive’s outreach for donations, many are wary about sharing personal information amidst these vulnerabilities. … Read more