Cybersecurity
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Network penetration testing plays a crucial role in protecting businesses in the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity. Yet, business leaders and IT pros have misconceptions about this process, which impacts their security posture and decision-making. This blog acts as a quick guide on network penetration testing, explaining what it is, debunking common myths and reimagining its […]
Dec 14, 2023NewsroomVulnerability / Data Breach A previously unknown hacker outfit called GambleForce has been attributed to a series of SQL injection attacks against companies primarily in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region since at least September 2023. “GambleForce uses a set of basic yet very effective techniques, including SQL injections and the exploitation of vulnerable website […]
Threat actors affiliated with the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) have targeted unpatched JetBrains TeamCity servers in widespread attacks since September 2023. The activity has been tied to a nation-state group known as APT29, which is also tracked as BlueBravo, Cloaked Ursa, Cozy Bear, Midnight Blizzard (formerly Nobelium), and The Dukes. It’s notable for the […]
The European Union’s attempt to reform its electronic identification and trust services – a package of laws better known as eIDAS 2.0 – contains legislation that poses a grave threat to online privacy and security. An article buried deep in the draft text of the bill would force web browsers to place total trust in […]
Hackers are actively exploiting a critical vulnerability in Apache Struts that allows for remote code execution, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, and network disruption.
42% of businesses report employees with BYOD devices in business settings that use tools like WhatsApp have led to new security incidents, according to SafeGuard Cyber. Messaging platforms like WhatsApp, Telegram, Slack, and Teams face constant threats, emphasizing the need for robust protection. 66% of threat indicators are found in transient messages associated with these […]
The Senate confirmed Harry Coker Jr. as national cyber director Tuesday, ending a 10-month absence of a permanent leader in the role. The Navy veteran and executive director of the National Security Agency from 2017 to 2019, will lead the Office of the National Cyber Director and its team of about 100 employees after the […]
Pandora hVNC is a remote access trojan (RAT) that has been advertised on cybercrime forums since 2021. Surprisingly, it has received little attention from the cybersecurity community. Despite this, it remains a widely used tool and is favoured by many threat actors. Pandora hVNC enables attackers to gain covert control over a victim’s computer. This […]
Affiliates associated with NoEscape claimed that the ransomware operators pulled an exit scam, stealing millions of dollars in ransom payments and shutting off the operation’s web panels and data leak sites.