July 5, 2024 at 08:41AM Infosec experts are discussing a vulnerability in Ghostscript, which may lead to significant breaches. The format string bug, designated as CVE-2024-29510, allows remote code execution (RCE) on systems running Ghostscript. It poses a serious threat to web applications and services utilizing Ghostscript for document conversion and preview functionality. The severity … Read more
July 1, 2024 at 08:21AM Attackers are targeting a critical vulnerability (CVE-2024-0769) in discontinued D-Link DIR-859 WiFi routers, enabling remote exploitation without authentication and leaking sensitive information. A published exploit has already been observed in the wild, and mass exploitation is anticipated. D-Link urges owners to replace these devices, as they are no longer receiving … Read more
July 1, 2024 at 08:06AM OpenSSH has issued security updates for a critical flaw enabling unauthenticated remote code execution with root privileges in glibc-based Linux systems. Dubbed CVE-2024-6387, the race condition bug affects versions 8.5p1 to 9.7p1, potentially leading to full system compromise. Users are urged to apply the latest patches and enforce network-based controls … Read more
June 28, 2024 at 07:12AM Fortra released patches for a critical SQL injection vulnerability (CVE-2024-5276, CVSS 9.8) in FileCatalyst Workflow version 5.1.6 Build 135 and earlier. This flaw could create administrative user accounts and modify application data. Tenable identified the issue and published PoC code for exploiting it. Fortra addressed the vulnerability in version 5.1.6 … Read more
June 27, 2024 at 01:42PM Attackers have intensified attacks on Progress Software’s MOVEit file transfer application by exploiting new vulnerabilities, posing a significant threat to affected organizations. Despite available patches, organizations face challenges in quickly applying them due to the potential for adversaries to target their systems. A proof-of-concept exploit is in the wild, highlighting … Read more
June 26, 2024 at 06:05AM Recently, Siemens patched high-severity vulnerabilities in Sicam products: A8000, EGS grid sensors, and 8 power automation software, affecting energy sector security. The flaws allow sensitive data theft, command injection, and password exposure, potentially enabling arbitrary code execution and network destabilization. SEC Consult credited for discovery, with a potential real-world attack … Read more
June 24, 2024 at 10:41AM Early attacks are targeting end-of-life Zyxel NAS boxes following the disclosure of three critical vulnerabilities. The Shadowserver Foundation observed attempts of remote command execution by a botnet and advised users to check for compromise signs. It’s recommended to patch affected devices or consider upgrading for enhanced security, given the lack … Read more
June 18, 2024 at 04:34PM Broadcom releases fixes for three vulnerabilities in VMware vCenter, with two critical vulnerabilities allowing remote code execution. The vulnerabilities could allow attackers to execute code on managed VMs. In addition, there are patch updates for local privilege escalation vulnerabilities. VMware, with a large customer base, faces increased risk due to … Read more
June 18, 2024 at 02:11PM VMware has issued a security advisory for critical vulnerabilities in vCenter Server, impacting versions 7.0 and 8.0, and Cloud Foundation versions 4.x and 5.x. The vulnerabilities include remote code execution and local privilege escalation flaws. The vendor has released fixes for the vulnerabilities and advises applying updates promptly to mitigate … Read more
June 18, 2024 at 04:33AM VMware has issued updates to fix critical vulnerabilities affecting Cloud Foundation, vCenter Server, and vSphere ESXi. These flaws could lead to privilege escalation and remote code execution. The vulnerabilities include heap-overflow flaws and local privilege escalation issues. While there are no known active exploits, users are urged to promptly apply … Read more