Dark Web offers Botnets for as low as $99, fuelling Cyberattacks

Hackers add more devices to the network of slave digital devices, which would do what hackers want them to do. These networks, called botnets, launch large-scale cyberattacks, including the dreaded Distributed Denial of Services (DDoS). Now Dark web peers are selling botnets at throw-away prices ranging from $99 on the Dark Web, according to cybersecurity…

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Microsoft Alerts More Customers to Email Theft in Expanding Midnight Blizzard Hack

Shockwaves from the Russian government’s hack of Microsoft’s corporate infrastructure continue to spread with news that the software giant is notifying surprised customers that their emails were also stolen by the Midnight Blizzard hackers. According to published reports, Redmond’s incident response team is providing a secure portal for customers to view specifics of emails stolen…

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Water Sigbin Hackers Exploit Oracle WebLogic Vulnerabilities

Cybersecurity researchers uncovered a sophisticated attack campaign by the Water Sigbin (aka 8220 Gang) threat actor that exploited vulnerabilities in the Oracle WebLogic Server, notably CVE-2017-3506 and CVE-2023-21839, to deploy the XMRig cryptocurrency miner on compromised systems.   The attack begins with the threat actor exploiting the WebLogic vulnerabilities to execute a malicious PowerShell script on the victim…

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Deepfakes, Fraudsters and Hackers Are Coming for Cybersecurity Jobs

Companies in the market for cybersecurity professionals could face a new method of attack, made harder to spot because of artificial intelligence: Hackers posing as job applicants. As cyber threats targeting U.S. companies multiply, some security leaders have increased scrutiny during hiring to weed out bad actors—or simply applicants with over-embellished resumes. Globally, the cyber…

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Russian Hackers Claim Cyberattack on Spanish Defence Company

Santa Barbara Systems, a General Dynamics (GD.N) subsidiary in Spain that is refurbishing Leopard tanks for delivery to Ukraine, suffered a cyberattack on its website, a pro-Russia hacker group said. A spokesperson for General Dynamics confirmed that the defence contractor’s Spanish unit had been targeted in an attempted cyberattack “that was detected immediately and has not…

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Hackers Backdoored Courtroom Video Recording Software With System Hijacking Malware

Hackers Backdoored Courtroom Video Recording Software With System Hijacking Malware Courtroom software hijacked discovered by researchers of Rapid7 A vulnerability (CVE-2024-4978) has been identified in JAVS Viewer v8.3.7, a critical component for managing digital recordings in legal and government environments.  The installer for this version is backdoored, allowing attackers to remotely seize control of infected…

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Navigating The Hajj Season: A Time Of Spiritual Unity & Rising Cyber Threats Targeting Consumers

  During the Hajj season, there is an increased risk of online scams targeting individuals who are planning to make the pilgrimage to Mecca. Fraudsters employ various tactics to deceive and defraud unsuspecting pilgrims. According to the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA), every year, around 25,000 pilgrims from the UK travel to Saudi Arabia…

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MediSecure’s Data Breach Compromised Healthcare Data

MediSecure, an electronic prescriptions provider, suffered a data breach that compromised people’s health data. The Australian Federal Police have investigated and reported the breach to Australia’s National Cyber Security Coordinator. In 2023, MediSecure was not selected in a government tender process, but despite this, MediSecure secured over 28 million scripts. Lt Gen Michelle McGuinness, the…

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Hackers Exploit Chrome Vulnerabilities, US Cyber Agency Urged Users to Update

Google Chrome users should check if their browser is updated, as versions prior to 124.0.6367.207 allow malicious actors to exploit critical flaws. Following an emergency security patch, Google has released Chrome version 125, which fixes two additional high-risk flaws. The Chrome team released stable version 125, which brings nine security fixes and other improvements. Users…

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CybeReady, Announced an Impactful new feature to its SaaS-based Cybersecurity Learning Platform: a cutting-edge Poster Studio designed to support CISOs in educating employees about a vast array of security threats. The innovative tool enables the creation of customizable educational posters to address critical issues such as phishing, smishing, quishing, ransomware, and a wide range of other potential threats that put organizations at risk. The innovative and easy-to-use poster design feature is a creative and effective method of quickly creating and designing both digital and printed posters. The resulting posters can be leveraged in various ways, for use as desktop wallpapers, announcement screen displays around the office or printed and hung in common areas, providing a constant reminder of cybersecurity best practices. “Our new Poster Studio feature extends the core principles of our Awareness Bites into visually engaging posters that are tailored to be concise and impactful. They are designed not only to educate but to blend seamlessly into various work environments,” said Mike Polatsek, CEO of CybeReady. “Whether it’s on a factory floor or a corporate office, these posters serve as an essential component of a holistic cybersecurity training program.” Key Features of the Poster Studio Tool: – Multichannel Approach: Posters serve as an additional reinforcement channel, supporting diverse learning preferences and enhancing organizational cybersecurity culture. – Positive Learning Experience: The posters are designed to be user-friendly and require only seconds to read, making cybersecurity education straightforward and effective. – Extended Reach: Especially beneficial for non-office staff, the posters can be placed in high-traffic ake cafeterias and washrooms, ensuring that cybersecurity training reaches every corner of the organization. – Customization and Localization: Available in 28 languages, these posters can be customized with an organization’s logo, colors, and specific messaging, making them a perfect fit for any corporate identity. As cyber threats evolve, the necessity for adaptable and comprehensive educational tools becomes increasingly crucial. CybeReady’s commitment to developing innovative solutions, like the poster creation feature, is ideally suited to support the mission of transforming all employees into cyber-aware, vigilant defenders of their organizations’ reas lidigital assets.

CybeReady, a global leader in autonomous cybersecurity learning, today announced an impactful new feature to its SaaS-based Cybersecurity Learning Platform: a cutting-edge Poster Studio designed to support CISOs in educating employees about a vast array of security threats. The innovative tool enables the creation of customizable educational posters to address critical issues such as phishing,…

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