Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a new set of malicious Python packages that target software developers under the guise of coding assessments. “The new samples were tracked to GitHub projects that have been linked to previous, targeted attacks in which developers are lured using fake job interviews,” ReversingLabs researcher Karlo Zanki said. The activity has been […]
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In a busy Patch Tuesday update, Microsoft addressed over 70 security vulnerabilities across various products, including Windows, Office, and Azure. However, the company also acknowledged a critical bug in a Windows 10 version could silently undo previously applied security patches, leaving systems vulnerable to attacks. “Microsoft is aware of a vulnerability in Servicing Stack that […]
What is dark web monitoring? Dark web monitoring is a service often offered by cybersecurity vendors that scans the dark web for information pertaining to an organization. These software scan and search dark web websites and forums checking for your organization’s information against compromised datasets being traded or sold. The dark web is the place […]
Microsoft on Tuesday disclosed that three new security flaws impacting the Windows platform have come under active exploitation as part of its Patch Tuesday update for September 2024. The monthly security release addresses a total of 79 vulnerabilities, of which seven are rated Critical, 71 are rated Important, and one is rated Moderate in severity. […]
Ivanti has released software updates to address multiple security flaws impacting Endpoint Manager (EPM), including 10 critical vulnerabilities that could result in remote code execution. A brief description of the issues is as follows – CVE-2024-29847 (CVSS score: 10.0) – A deserialization of untrusted data vulnerability that allows a remote unauthenticated attacker to achieve code […]
Cybersecurity has become a high-stakes balancing act — the modern CISO is under constant pressure to protect their organization from the latest threats, including ransomware and phishing, while also developing long-term security strategies and reporting to the C-suite and board. This means juggling immediate needs, such as patching vulnerabilities and responding to cyber incidents, with long-term […]
As attacks on satellites rise with nation-state conflicts, the South Asian nation joins other space-capable countries in doubling down on cybersecurity. Go to Source Author: Robert Lemos, Contributing Writer
This month’s Patch Tuesday contains a total of 79 vulnerabilities — the fourth largest of the year. Go to Source Author: Jai Vijayan, Contributing Writer
Microsoft says this month’s Patch Tuesday cumulative updates also fix a known issue causing Windows Server 2019 boot problems, freezes, and performance issues after installing the August 2024 security updates. […] Go to Source Author: Sergiu Gatlan
In this case study, a 180-year-old life and pension insurer brought its security infrastructure into the modern age. Go to Source Author: Karen D. Schwartz, Contributing Writer