CyberSecurity Knuggets

Jan 21, 2025

I just heard some concerning news about various cybersecurity vulnerabilities that have been identified. First off, there’s a vulnerability in the Asterisk PBX and telephony server that could potentially be exploited. Then, there’s a vulnerability in the Windows nodes of Kubernetes that could allow threat actors to take over hosts. Another issue is with the Planet Technology WGS-804HPT industrial switches, which have been found to have three vulnerabilities that can be exploited for remote code execution attacks. Furthermore, there are 13 vulnerabilities in the MBUX infotainment systems of Mercedes cars. Additionally, there’s a new UEFI Secure Boot bypass that has been discovered, and it’s important to apply the latest UEFI revocations from Microsoft to mitigate this vulnerability.

In addition to these vulnerabilities, there are other concerning developments in the cybersecurity space. For example, a proof-of-concept for a recent Ivanti zero-day has been made public, and it has been exploited in the wild by a suspected threat actor. Furthermore, the Bitpixie exploit, which can be used to bypass the Windows BitLocker encryption system, still works two years after being discovered. This is particularly worrying as it could potentially lead to data breaches and security compromises. Finally, WordPress-related bugs accounted for almost a quarter of all CVEs issued last year, which indicates a significant security concern for WordPress users.

Overall, it’s clear that there are numerous cybersecurity vulnerabilities and threats that require immediate attention. It’s crucial for organizations and individuals to stay updated on the latest security patches and best practices to protect against these potential risks.

Stay Well!

summy
summy