Cybersecurity News

Microsoft’s September 2023 Patch Tuesday has arrived, bringing with it a substantial security update that addresses 79 vulnerabilities across various Microsoft products. This comprehensive patch includes fixes for four zero-day vulnerabilities, three of which are actively being exploited by malicious actors in real-world attacks. Critical Vulnerabilities and Zero-Day Exploits Among the 79 vulnerabilities patched, seven … Read more

In a startling development that underscores the ongoing vulnerabilities in the cryptocurrency sector, Singapore-based crypto platform BingX fell victim to a sophisticated cyber attack, resulting in the theft of over $44 million in digital assets. This incident, occurring in late September 2024, ranks among the most significant cryptocurrency heists of the year and serves as … Read more

In a significant move for the world of online privacy and security, the Tor Project and Tails have announced their intention to merge. This collaboration between two of the most prominent players in digital anonymity aims to consolidate resources, reduce overhead, and enhance their joint efforts in developing a free internet that protects users from … Read more

Mozilla, the organization behind the popular Firefox browser, has come under scrutiny for its recently implemented Privacy-Preserving Attribution (PPA) feature. The European digital rights organization NOYB (None Of Your Business) has filed a complaint with the Austrian data protection authority, alleging that this new functionality violates user privacy and GDPR regulations. Understanding Privacy-Preserving Attribution PPA, … Read more

In a concerning development for the tech industry, Dell Technologies is currently investigating claims of a data breach that allegedly exposed sensitive information of approximately 10,000 employees and partners. The incident, described as a “minor data leak” by the threat actor, reportedly occurred in September 2024 and has raised significant cybersecurity concerns. Details of the … Read more

MoneyGram, a leading international money transfer service provider, has fallen victim to a significant cybersecurity breach, forcing the company to temporarily suspend its operations globally. This incident has sent shockwaves through the financial services industry and raised concerns about the security of digital payment systems. The Extent of the Breach The attack, first detected on … Read more

Cybersecurity researchers at Kaspersky Lab have recently uncovered a new remote access trojan (RAT) dubbed SambaSpy, specifically targeting Italian users in a series of sophisticated attacks. This discovery highlights the evolving landscape of cyber threats and the importance of robust security measures. Understanding SambaSpy: A Multifaceted Threat SambaSpy, written in Java and obfuscated using Zelix … Read more

A new variant of the Mirai botnet, known as Corona, is actively exploiting a five-year-old zero-day vulnerability in outdated AVTECH IP cameras. This critical security flaw, identified as CVE-2024-7029, poses a significant threat to organizations still using these discontinued devices, particularly in commercial, financial, healthcare, and transportation sectors. Understanding the Vulnerability CVE-2024-7029, discovered by Akamai … Read more

A critical vulnerability has been discovered in the widely-used Nvidia Container Toolkit, potentially exposing countless cloud and AI environments to severe security risks. This flaw, identified as CVE-2024-0132, could allow malicious actors to escape container environments and gain control over host systems, posing a significant threat to organizations relying on Nvidia’s GPU solutions for their … Read more

The recent release of macOS 15, codenamed Sequoia, on September 16, 2024, has sparked a wave of concern among cybersecurity professionals and end-users alike. Reports of significant network connectivity issues affecting various Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solutions, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), and browsers have emerged, highlighting potential vulnerabilities in Apple’s latest operating system update. … Read more