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Microsoft's Patch Tuesday announcement 'alarming'
Cybersecurity

Microsoft's Patch Tuesday announcement 'alarming'

Microsoft's recent security updates have revealed alarming vulnerabilities, warns cybersecurity company Virsec.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Sep 2021
Apple urgently patches exploits across several operating systems
Cybersecurity

Apple urgently patches exploits across several operating systems

Apple has urgently released patches for multiple software products due to vulnerabilities that may be linked to the Pegasus spyware.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Sep 2021
WhatsApp security vulnerability could have exploited two billions users
Cybersecurity

WhatsApp security vulnerability could have exploited two billions users

Security vulnerability in WhatsApp's image filter function could have affected over two billion users worldwide. Users advised to update their apps.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 6th Sep 2021
What are the top five threats to financial services orgs? Imperva investigates
Distributed Denial of Service

What are the top five threats to financial services orgs? Imperva investigates

Web application attacks on the financial services sector have increased by 38% between January and May 2021, with COVID-19 playing a role. .

By Catherine Knowles • 7 min read • Mon, 23rd Aug 2021
BlackBerry releases Jarvis 2.0 the latest edition of its flagship analysis tool
Software-as-a-Service

BlackBerry releases Jarvis 2.0 the latest edition of its flagship analysis tool

BlackBerry has released BlackBerry Jarvis 2.0, the latest edition of its flagship software composition analysis tool.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 2 min read • Thu, 29th Jul 2021
Rise in hacking tool downloads as cybercrime becomes 'more organised than ever'
Cybersecurity

Rise in hacking tool downloads as cybercrime becomes 'more organised than ever'

Cybercrime activity has increased, with a 65% rise in the use of hacking tools, according to the latest global Threat Insights Report from HP.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 28th Jul 2021
Interview: Infosys CISO Vishal Salvi on cybersecurity and Cyber Defence Centres
Cybersecurity

Interview: Infosys CISO Vishal Salvi on cybersecurity and Cyber Defence Centres

We spoke to CISO Vishal Salvi to learn more about the company's approach to cybersecurity and what it means for customers.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Thu, 22nd Jul 2021
Nearly a quarter of exploits sold on the cybercriminal underground are more than three years old
Cybersecurity

Nearly a quarter of exploits sold on the cybercriminal underground are more than three years old

Nearly a quarter of exploits for sale in underground forums are over three years old, according to a report by cybersecurity firm Trend Micro.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 15th Jul 2021
Cyber incidents on the rise as ransomware accounts for two thirds of all malware attacks
Malware

Cyber incidents on the rise as ransomware accounts for two thirds of all malware attacks

Ransomware makes up two-thirds of all malware attacks, as cyber incidents continue to rise, according to Positive Technologies.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Jul 2021
Kaspersky Password Manager could be 'bruteforced in seconds'
Passwordless

Kaspersky Password Manager could be 'bruteforced in seconds'

As people and enterprises put their trust in password managers to secure their accounts, even well-built password managers can be fatally flawed.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Jul 2021
SonicWall vulnerability allows attackers to obtain full control of device and underlying OS
Cybersecurity

SonicWall vulnerability allows attackers to obtain full control of device and underlying OS

Positive Technologies reveals critical vulnerability in SonicWall Network Security Manager, allowing authenticated attackers full control.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Jul 2021
Vulnerabilities discovered in Cisco IT infrastructure deployment solution
Disaster Recovery

Vulnerabilities discovered in Cisco IT infrastructure deployment solution

Researchers at Positive Technologies have discovered three vulnerabilities in Cisco HyperFlex HX that could disrupt enterprise operations.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 23rd Jun 2021
The most common attack surface trends by company location, size, and industry
Distributed Denial of Service

The most common attack surface trends by company location, size, and industry

A new report identifies the most common attack surface trends by geography and company size and highlights industries most vulnerable.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Jun 2021
Trickbot takes over from Dridex as most prevalent malware
Malware

Trickbot takes over from Dridex as most prevalent malware

Established Dridex trojan has dropped off altogether after being one of the most popular malwares in recent months amidst a global surge in ransomware.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 11th Jun 2021
Defence engineering and threat intel — no stone left unturned
Security Information and Event Management

Defence engineering and threat intel — no stone left unturned

Understanding the limitations of defences requires examining how blocking and detection systems leverage cyber threat intelligence.

By Anthony Stitt • 5 min read • Thu, 27th May 2021
Most wanted malware Dridex remains in top position amidst global surge in ransomware attacks
Malware

Most wanted malware Dridex remains in top position amidst global surge in ransomware attacks

The Dridex trojan remains the most prevalent malware, often used in the initial stages of ransomware attacks, says Check Point Research.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 14th May 2021
A look at the MS Exchange zero-days and how to protect your business
Firewalls

A look at the MS Exchange zero-days and how to protect your business

Every organisationusing Microsoft Exchange must patch their on-premise servers immediately and scan their networks for signs of malicious activity.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Apr 2021
Kaspersky discovers zero-day exploit in Desktop Window Manager
Microsoft

Kaspersky discovers zero-day exploit in Desktop Window Manager

While analysing the CVE-2021-1732 exploit, Kaspersky experts found another such zero-day exploit and reported it to Microsoft.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Apr 2021
Claroty discovers vulnerabilities in Ovarro TBox RTUs
Manufacturing

Claroty discovers vulnerabilities in Ovarro TBox RTUs

Widespread vulnerabilities have been found in Ovarro's TBox remote terminal units, posing a threat to industrial facilities.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Mar 2021