Apple Urgently Patches Actively Exploited Zero-Days

November 20, 2024 at 11:13AM Apple has released security updates for two zero-day vulnerabilities, CVE-2024-44308 and CVE-2024-44309, affecting multiple operating systems and Safari. These vulnerabilities could lead to arbitrary code execution and cross-site scripting attacks. Users are urged to update their devices to mitigate risks of exploitation. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Security Updates Released:** Apple has … Read more

Microsoft just killed the Windows 10 Beta Channel for good

November 15, 2024 at 09:14AM Microsoft has shut down the Windows 10 Beta Channel just five months after its revival in June, transitioning all enrolled Windows Insiders to the Release Preview Channel. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Windows 10 Beta Channel Shut Down:** Microsoft has officially closed the Windows 10 Beta Channel five months after its revival … Read more

Chipmaker Patch Tuesday: Intel Publishes 44 and AMD Publishes 8 New Advisories

November 13, 2024 at 08:03AM Intel and AMD released November 2024 Patch Tuesday advisories, addressing newly identified vulnerabilities in their products. Intel issued 44 advisories, while AMD provided 8. This update serves to inform customers about necessary security measures for their devices. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Intel Security Advisories**: Intel has released 44 new security advisories … Read more

High-Severity Vulnerabilities Patched in Zoom, Chrome 

November 13, 2024 at 07:21AM Zoom Apps released security updates addressing six vulnerabilities, while the stable version of Chrome 131 has rolled out with twelve security fixes. These updates aim to enhance protection against high-severity threats. ### Meeting Takeaways: 1. **Zoom Security Update**: – Resolved six security vulnerabilities in Zoom Apps. 2. **Chrome Update**: – … Read more

Google fixes two Android zero-days used in targeted attacks

November 5, 2024 at 09:34AM Google’s November security updates fixed two actively exploited Android zero-day vulnerabilities, CVE-2024-43047 and CVE-2024-43093, among 51 flaws. The high-severity issues affect Qualcomm components and Android Framework, potentially linked to spyware attacks. Users are urged to update their devices for improved security, especially those running outdated versions. ### Meeting Takeaways: November … Read more

Can Automatic Updates for Critical Infrastructure Be Trusted?

November 4, 2024 at 10:06AM In July, a major tech outage caused $5.4 billion in damages, prompting a critical reevaluation of automatic updates and the C-I-A triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability). The CrowdStrike incident emphasizes the need for better vendor transparency, rigorous testing, and a balanced focus to enhance cybersecurity resilience and trust. ### Meeting Takeaways … Read more

Microsoft fixes Windows 10 bug causing apps to stop working

October 31, 2024 at 10:44AM Microsoft has resolved launch issues for certain apps on Windows 10 22H2 following the September 2024 preview cumulative update. Non-admin users may encounter failures with apps like Quick Assist and Teams. A Known Issue Rollback (KIR) will automatically apply the fix, with guidance available for enterprise-managed devices. ### Meeting Takeaways: … Read more

When Cybersecurity Tools Backfire

October 30, 2024 at 10:05AM The text discusses the paradox of cybersecurity tools, which, while essential for protection, can cause major disruptions when mishandled. High-profile outages from CrowdStrike and Verizon highlight the need for careful management and testing of updates, resilience planning, and continuous vigilance to mitigate risks and minimize impact during failures. ### Meeting … Read more

More Details Shared on Windows Downgrade Attacks After Microsoft Rolls Out Mitigations

October 28, 2024 at 08:52AM Microsoft has implemented mitigations for recently identified downgrade attacks affecting the Windows Update process, addressing security vulnerabilities. The company shared more details regarding these attacks following the rollout of these protective measures. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Subject Matter**: Microsoft has addressed security concerns related to recently disclosed downgrade attacks. 2. **Focus**: … 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