Microsoft Addresses Four Zero-Day Vulnerabilities Exploited in the Wild
This week, Microsoft has taken significant steps to address concerns for sysadmins by patching four zero-day vulnerabilities that are currently...
Month: September 2024
Cyber-Attack Forces Highline Public Schools to Closures
Highline Public Schools has been compelled to close due to a cyber-attack, impacting over 17,500 students and their families. A...
China-Linked Threat Actors Targeting Taiwan’s Military Supply Chain
Recent security investigations reveal a threat cluster focused on Taiwan's military industries, highlighting the growing cyber risks linked to China....
UK ICO and NCA Memorandum: Strengthening Cybersecurity and Reporting
In a significant move to enhance cybersecurity in the UK, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has partnered with the National...
Gallup Strengthens Security Measures to Address Vulnerabilities
Gallup, a leading international market research firm, is taking essential strides to enhance security on its website by addressing key...
Crypto Scams Skyrocket: FBI Reports Over $5.6 Billion in Losses
In 2023, cryptocurrency scams led to staggering losses exceeding $5.6 billion, highlighting a concerning trend in financial fraud as reported...
Cybersecurity Workforce Gap Expands by 19% Due to Budget Constraints
The cybersecurity workforce gap has risen significantly, demonstrating an urgent need for more skilled professionals to secure organizations. The global...
Pegasus Spyware Probe Blocked by Poland’s Supreme Court: Key Developments
In a significant turn of events, Poland's Supreme Court has blocked the Pegasus spyware investigation, impacting accountability for its previous...
Business Email Compromise: Understanding $55 Billion in Losses Over Ten Years
Business Email Compromise (BEC) represents a significant financial threat, costing organizations approximately $55 billion over the past decade. Understanding its...
Open Source Software Updates: 75% Likelihood of Breaking Your Apps
Open source software updates pose significant risks, with a staggering 75% chance of breaking existing applications. Understanding these risks is...
Cyber-Attacks Threaten Operational Technology: The Risks of Remote Access Tools
Cyber-attacks are increasingly targeting operational technology due to the uncontrolled use of remote access tools, posing serious security risks. Uncontrolled...
Data Centers Elevated to Critical National Infrastructure in the UK
Data centers in the UK are now classified as critical national infrastructure, enhancing protection against cyber threats. Data centers in...
Lazarus Group’s VMConnect Campaign: New Threats Targeting Developers
The Lazarus Group is intensifying its VMConnect campaign by preying on developers with malicious software packages found in open source...
TfL Data Breach: Customer Information Compromised, 17-Year-Old Arrested
Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed a significant customer data breach, resulting from a recent cyber-attack on its systems. This...
Mastercard Acquires Recorded Future: Boosting Cybersecurity with a $2.65 Billion Deal
Mastercard strengthens its cybersecurity capabilities by acquiring Recorded Future, a leading global threat intelligence firm, for $2.65 billion. In a...
Ransomware Attacks Demand Millions from Schools: The Crisis in Education Sector
Ransomware attacks are increasingly burdening educational institutions with hefty costs as schools, colleges, and universities struggle to recover from these...
Record $65 Million Settlement for Hacked Patient Medical Records
In a groundbreaking case, a $65 million settlement has been reached regarding the hacking of patient medical records, highlighting serious...
False US Voter Registration Breach Claims: A Warning From Officials
As the US Presidential Elections approach, false claims regarding voter registration breaches are being propagated to manipulate public opinion. This...
Microsoft Unveils New Security Measures to Prevent IT Outages
In response to the significant CrowdStrike IT outage, Microsoft is committed to enhancing security to prevent future disruptions. Microsoft has...
Irish Data Protection Regulator Examines Compliance of Google AI with GDPR
The Irish Data Protection Commission is probing Google’s AI model for compliance with GDPR regulations, focusing on EU data protection...
CISA: Cisco Releases Security Updates for Cisco Smart Licensing Utility
Cisco Releases Security Updates for Cisco Smart Licensing Utility Cisco released security updates to address two vulnerabilities (CVE-2024-20439 and CVE-2024-20440)...
CISA: CISA Releases Four Industrial Control Systems Advisories
CISA Releases Four Industrial Control Systems Advisories CISA released four Industrial Control Systems (ICS) advisory on September 10, 2024. These...
CISA: Microsoft Releases September 2024 Security Updates
Microsoft Releases September 2024 Security Updates Microsoft released security updates to address vulnerabilities in multiple products. A cyber threat actor...
CISA: Ivanti Releases Security Updates for Endpoint Manager, Cloud Service Application, and Workspace Control
Ivanti Releases Security Updates for Endpoint Manager, Cloud Service Application, and Workspace Control Ivanti released security updates to address multiple...
