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Rockwell Automation Warns of Multiple Code Execution Vulnerabilities in Arena cyber

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GBHackers On Security

Rockwell Automation has issued a critical security advisory addressing multiple remote code execution (RCE) vulnerabilities discovered in its Arena® software. This can expose sensitive system information or lead to further malicious activities when users interact with compromised DOE files. These measures include restricting access to critical systems, ensuring user accounts are safeguarded, and minimizing interaction with untrusted files.....

Chemonics Data Breach Exposed 260,000+ Individuals Personal nformation breach

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Kali Linux Tutorials

Enacted response protocols, including password resets and disabling affected accounts Launched an investigation with cybersecurity experts Notified law enforcement authorities Strengthening multi-factor authentication processes Enhancing email security Deploying additional endpoint monitoring and detection tools Blocking suspicious internet traffic For those with questions or concerns, Chemonics has set up a toll-free hotline at 1-888-658-8864, available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ....

Europol Dismantled 50+ Servers Used For Fake Online Shopping Websites cyber

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GBHackers On Security

Europol, in collaboration with law enforcement across Europe, has taken down a sophisticated cybercriminal network responsible for large-scale online fraud. The stolen data was traced to a specialized online marketplace—a central hub for trading illegally obtained personal information, sorted conveniently by region and account balance. Europol’s European Cybercrime Centre (EC3) played a pivotal role in the operation, providing expertise, resources, and intelligence-sharing platforms to assist n....

go-lsass : Remote LSASS Memory Dumping via SMB cyber

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Kali Linux Tutorials

Also note that the dumpfile when created by the tool processdumper will be inverted, e.g., every byte will be XOR:ed with 0xFF. Support for other LSASS dumper binaries is limited to binaries that can be executed as a Windows service and which accepts two cmdline arguments: “lsass.exe” and location of where to store the dumpfile which is a combination of the two arguments –dumpdir and –dumpfile. Tamil has a great interest in the fields of Cyber Security, OSINT, and CTF projects.....

What is a Polymorphic Virus? cyber

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Mimecast - All

Attackers hope that by using such a strategy, even if the malware is detected, companies will not be able to locate subsequent infections and clean them from their systems. Beebone: Remotely controlled servers and computers that used to attack other systems, known as botnets, have been further enabled using polymorphic malware. Polymorphic viruses are complex file infectors that modify themselves in order avoid detection while retaining the same basic routines after every infection.....

SkyScalpel : The Art Of Cloud Policy Obfuscation And Detection cyber

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Kali Linux Tutorials

SkyScalpel is an open-source framework for JSON policy parsing, obfuscation, deobfuscation, and detection in cloud environments. Interactive mode is a colorful, menu-driven experience found in the Invoke-SkyScalpel function (which also supports non-interactive capabilities via its own built-in CLI). There is also some special animated ASCII art in this function, so we recommend giving it a whirl first.....

New Malware Campaign Exposes Gaps in Manufacturing Cybersecurity Defenses cyber

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The Cyber Express

A significant part of this attack involves Living-off-the-Land Binaries (LOLBins), which are legitimate executables that attackers exploit to carry out their activities without triggering alarms. Lumma Stealer is a notorious information-stealing malware designed to exfiltrate sensitive data, such as login credentials and other valuable system information. Furthermore, the attackers utilize msiexec.exe to inject Lumma Stealer into system processes, ensuring that their malware operates undetected....

Sind Macs noch sicher? cyber

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CSO Online

Nun deuten die Daten des (auf Macs spezialisierten) Sicherheitsanbieters Moonlock darauf hin, dass sich das in Zukunft ändern könnte. Eine weitere Erkenntnis des Apple-spezifischen Threat Reports von Moonlock: Adware und Ransomware bleiben zwar besonders beliebte macOS-Malware-Formen. Allerdings drohen Info-Stealer ihnen laut Moonlock den Rang abzulaufen: „Stealer stechen als eine der sich am schnellsten entwickelnden Malware-Kategorien heraus.....

8 biggest cybersecurity threats manufacturers face cyber

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CSO Online

Manufacturers — often prime targets for state-sponsored malicious actors and ransomware gangs — face the difficult task of maintaining cost-effective operations while modernizing their network infrastructure. Lack of awareness from the business to understand what assets may be externally or internet facing is also an issue for organizations in this sector. “As more businesses embrace smart technologies in manufacturing, new entry points for cybercriminals are opening up,” says Steve Knibbs, dir....

Multiple ICS Advisories Released by CISA Detailing Exploits & Vulnerabilities cyber

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GBHackers On Security

Planet Technology’s WGS-804HPT industrial switch is affected by three critical vulnerabilities: stack-based buffer overflow, OS command injection, and integer underflow (wraparound). Attackers can exploit this flaw by sending malicious HTTP requests, bypassing size checks, and executing remote code to control the device. Attackers can manipulate the industrial switch through specially crafted HTTP requests, allowing them to execute unauthorized system commands.....

What Is Attack Surface Management And Why Is It Important? cyber

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SecureLayer7

Publicly exposed Internet infrastructure has exponentially expanded the potential attack surface, creating numerous entry points, such as insecure API endpoints, misconfigurations, and third-party integrations. This involves adopting a zero-trust security approach, ensuring that even if an attacker intrudes, their lateral movement is restricted, limiting the damage. We provide full security services for your IoT ecosystem, including lifecycle management, superficial testing, manual assessments,....

Researchers Released hrtng IDA Pro Plugin for Malware Analyst to Make Reverse Engineering Easy cyber

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GBHackers On Security

Reverse engineering malware can be an arduous and time-intensive task, especially when faced with obfuscated assemblies, encrypted payloads, or elaborate anti-analysis techniques. As malware threats grow more sophisticated, tools like hrtng are poised to play a pivotal role in enhancing the effectiveness of digital forensics and threat intelligence efforts. Researchers are optimistic that hrtng will not only streamline their workflows but also inspire further innovation in the field of malware ....

December 2024 Patch Tuesday forecast: The secure future initiative impact cyber

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Help Net Security

Looking through the list, you’ll also see several other compatibility issues that have been reported and are under investigation. This is not unusual when there are major changes in a new operating system, but it is important to note the reported issues as you roll it out in your environment, so you are not wasting your time troubleshooting a known issue. Using AI to enhance security, Google now states that their Enhanced Protection feature provides “Real-time, AI-powered protection against dan....

Data deletion enters the ransomware chat cyber

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CSO Online

“We are currently observing a new generation of hackers who have significantly less technical skills than known criminal groups,” reports Tim Berghoff, security evangelist at G Data CyberDefense. These cyber criminals have been observed using malware-as-a-service to deliberately sabotage companies. So far, many organizations have acted against the federal authorities’ recommendations and paid ransoms.....

PoC exploit chains Mitel MiCollab 0-day, auth-bypass bug to access sensitive files cyber

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The Register - Security

A zero-day arbitrary file read vulnerability in Mitel MiCollab can be chained with a now-patched critical bug in the same platform to give attackers access to sensitive files on vulnerable instances. It's an arbitrary file read flaw that requires authentication to exploit — and this is why the PoC chains it with CVE-2024-41713, thus allowing an attacker to bypass authentication and then access files such as "/etc/passwd" that contain account information. "Since our disclosure email was sent ove....

Teenagers leading new wave of cybercrime cyber

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Help Net Security

Many teens will have been recruited into the “business” by more sophisticated fraudsters, who reach them through online gaming, chat and social media. As more companies continue to train their employees on the responsible use of AI, we could see a marked increase in the use of that AI education by those very same employees for internal theft, sensitive information sourcing, and much more. The next year may see a marked increase in hacker-on-hacker attacks either for political or monetary reason....

How to Prepare for DORA Before the 2025 Deadline cyber

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AppSec Street Fighter - SANS Institute

If the third parties cannot mitigate against identified risks, banks or financial institutions will no longer be able to work with them”. Many organisations may lack the internal expertise to conduct such sophisticated tests and must either develop these capabilities in-house or engage external specialists. SANS can also provide guidance on best practices for implementing the various components of DORA, from establishing effective ICT risk management frameworks to conducting threat-led penetrat....

One Identity Named Winner of the Coveted Top InfoSec Innovator Awards for 2024 cyber

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CIO

One Identity named Hot Company: Privileged Access Management (PAM) in 12th Cyber Defense Magazine’s Annual InfoSec Awards during CyberDefenseCon 2024. “Being recognized for our advancements in Privileged Access Management (PAM) is a powerful affirmation of the commitment One Identity has to safeguarding critical data and systems while empowering our customers to take charge of enhancing their security. With the intense competition from the industry’s best, this award underscores our dedication ....

Building a robust security posture with limited resources cyber

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Help Net Security

In this Help Net Security interview, Gareth Lindahl-Wise, CISO at Ontinue, discusses how business leaders can align innovation with cybersecurity, tackle the risks posed by legacy systems, and build defenses for startups. Collaboration between security teams and business units is critical, ensuring cybersecurity considerations are integral to strategic discussions rather than an afterthought. By embracing these advancements, businesses can stay ahead of the evolving threat landscape while maint....

65% of Employees Bypass Cybersecurity Measures, New Study Finds cyber

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Hacker News

This tension between security and productivity underscores a key challenge for organizations in today’s fast-paced business environment: How do you enforce compliance without stifling workflow? But when employees reuse passwords, share credentials or access work applications from unsecured personal devices, they create vulnerabilities that even the most advanced systems can’t close. Password Sharing: 30% of employees share their workplace passwords with colleagues, effectively nullifying the pr....

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