In recent news, the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has adopted new rules to protect consumers from SIM-swapping attacks and port-out scams. These rules require wireless providers to use secure methods of authenticating a customer when they request porting a SIM card to a new device or their phone number
Today’s news includes a joint Cybersecurity Advisory from the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), the FBI, and the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) warning about the Rhysida ransomware-as-a-service operation. This operation has targeted organizations in education, manufacturing, information technology, and government sectors, using techniques such as
Today’s news is filled with critical cybersecurity issues that need immediate attention. First, there are reports of vulnerabilities in Intel and AMD CPUs, including a high-severity flaw in Intel CPUs called Reptar, which could impact multi-tenant virtualized environments. Additionally, there are warnings of unpatched critical vulnerabilities in VMware’s Cloud Director,
Today’s cybersecurity news is filled with concerning updates. QNAP, a Taiwanese NAS vendor, has released two security updates for its products, addressing memory-related security issues. Additionally, Binarly has analyzed private key leaks at Lenovo and MSI, finding that multiple companies were using the same Intel Boot Guard private keys to
This week’s news has been focused on the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in various industries. It’s clear that AI is becoming a transformative force, particularly in the payments industry and business operations. However, there are growing concerns about the safety and regulation of AI. One immediate issue that
I just heard some alarming news about cyber attacks and security threats. It seems that Russian hackers caused a power outage in Ukraine, which is a major concern for the potential disruption of critical infrastructure. There are also reports of new stealthy backdoors and malvertising campaigns that require immediate attention
I recently heard about a new ransomware attack targeting SysAid servers, which is a serious issue that requires immediate attention. The Clop ransomware gang is exploiting a zero-day vulnerability in on-prem SysAid IT automation servers, leading to compromised systems and data encryption. This could potentially impact a large number of
In today’s news, I have learned about several cybersecurity incidents and developments that require immediate attention. One concerning issue is the rise of ransomware attacks using the HelloKitty and TellYouThePass ransomware families. These attacks have targeted servers and encrypted data, causing significant disruptions. It is crucial for organizations to ensure
As a cybersecurity expert, I’ve been following the news this week and there are a few key developments that require immediate attention. Firstly, the release of the Top 5 Artificial Intelligence Trends for 2024 is worth noting. Advancements in quantum technology and generative AI could have a significant impact on
In today’s news, there are several cybersecurity issues that require immediate attention. First, we have the case of the StripedFly malware, which operated unnoticed for five years and infected over one million devices. This advanced strain of malware disguised itself as a cryptocurrency miner, evading detection for an extended period