ONCD releases report on the adoption of memory-safe languages
Memory safe programming languages can reduce common vulnerabilities.
National Cyber Director calls for software and hardware creators to prioritize addressing memory safety issues.
US cyber officials issue urgent warning to millions of Apple users
Cyber officials urge Apple device updates for enhanced security.
Researchers Uncover OS Downgrade Vulnerability Targeting Microsoft Windows Kernel
A new technique can bypass Microsoft's Driver Signature Enforcement on patched Windows systems, allowing OS downgrade attacks with severe security implications.
Researchers Uncover Major Security Vulnerabilities in Industrial MMS Protocol Libraries
Multiple vulnerabilities in MMS protocol can severely impact industrial environments, allowing potential crashes and remote code execution.
Researchers pose as hackers, exposing security flaw that could open your hotel-room door
Hotel security flaw exposed by researchers posing as hackers
Lock manufacturer updating security to fix vulnerabilities
Even Great Companies Get Breached - Find Out Why and How to Stop It
Even the best companies can fall victim to cyberattacks due to unseen vulnerabilities.
ONCD releases report on the adoption of memory-safe languages
Memory safe programming languages can reduce common vulnerabilities.
National Cyber Director calls for software and hardware creators to prioritize addressing memory safety issues.
US cyber officials issue urgent warning to millions of Apple users
Cyber officials urge Apple device updates for enhanced security.
Researchers Uncover OS Downgrade Vulnerability Targeting Microsoft Windows Kernel
A new technique can bypass Microsoft's Driver Signature Enforcement on patched Windows systems, allowing OS downgrade attacks with severe security implications.
Researchers Uncover Major Security Vulnerabilities in Industrial MMS Protocol Libraries
Multiple vulnerabilities in MMS protocol can severely impact industrial environments, allowing potential crashes and remote code execution.
Researchers pose as hackers, exposing security flaw that could open your hotel-room door
Hotel security flaw exposed by researchers posing as hackers
Lock manufacturer updating security to fix vulnerabilities
Even Great Companies Get Breached - Find Out Why and How to Stop It
Even the best companies can fall victim to cyberattacks due to unseen vulnerabilities.
Patch Tuesday update for November brings dozens of fixes
Microsoft's Patch Tuesday update includes 91 fixes, with urgent attention needed for two actively exploited zero-day vulnerabilities. Immediate patch installation is crucial.
For December's Patch Tuesday, 74 updates and a zero-day fix for Windows
OpenSSH service on Windows is failing to start, requiring manual intervention.
Windows Server 2008 faces update issues; Microsoft will fix soon.
Multiple critical patches released, including revisions for ongoing vulnerabilities.
For August, Patch Tuesday means patch now
Microsoft's August Patch Tuesday requires urgent action to patch six zero-day vulnerabilities across Windows and Office.
Focus on mitigating the risks associated with zero-day flaws is essential for user security.
January Patch Tuesday: New year, new Windows' bugs
Microsoft released 49 Windows security updates, including fixes for two critical-rated bugs.
There are four high-severity Chrome flaws in Microsoft Edge.
Patch Tuesday update for November brings dozens of fixes
Microsoft's Patch Tuesday update includes 91 fixes, with urgent attention needed for two actively exploited zero-day vulnerabilities. Immediate patch installation is crucial.
For December's Patch Tuesday, 74 updates and a zero-day fix for Windows
OpenSSH service on Windows is failing to start, requiring manual intervention.
Windows Server 2008 faces update issues; Microsoft will fix soon.
Multiple critical patches released, including revisions for ongoing vulnerabilities.
For August, Patch Tuesday means patch now
Microsoft's August Patch Tuesday requires urgent action to patch six zero-day vulnerabilities across Windows and Office.
Focus on mitigating the risks associated with zero-day flaws is essential for user security.
January Patch Tuesday: New year, new Windows' bugs
Microsoft released 49 Windows security updates, including fixes for two critical-rated bugs.
There are four high-severity Chrome flaws in Microsoft Edge.
Why copilots and low-code apps portend a security nightmare
The boom in low-code platforms raises security risks, with many apps lacking proper security measures.
62% of apps built on these platforms have security vulnerabilities.
The rise of citizen developers can blur security protocols.
Feeld bugs allow message tampering, image, and video theft
Feeld dating app has critical security flaws that can expose private user data.
WhatsApp 'View Once' could be 'View Whenever' due to a flaw
WhatsApp's View Once feature is flawed and can easily be bypassed, undermining its intended privacy safeguards.
Critical Flaws in Traccar GPS System Expose Users to Remote Attacks
Traccar GPS system has critical vulnerabilities allowing remote code execution via path traversal if guest registration is enabled, posing serious security risks.
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE finally gets Circle to Search
Circle to Search feature is now available on the Galaxy S21 FE via the August 2024 security update.
Google Pixel Devices Shipped with Vulnerable App, Leaving Millions at Risk
Google's Pixel devices shipped with potential security vulnerabilities due to dormant software pre-installed on devices since 2017.
Microsoft has a fix for preventing the next CrowdStrike fiasco, but is it a good one?
The global Windows outage underscores the risks inherent in relying on third-party security updates and the need for improved oversight.
Critical Flaw in Ivanti Virtual Traffic Manager Could Allow Rogue Admin Access
Ivanti released critical updates for CVE-2024-7593, a vulnerability in Virtual Traffic Manager, allowing admin authentication bypass.
Proactive measures include limiting access and prioritizing patch application to avoid exploitation.
Ecovacs home robots can be hacked to spy on their owners, researchers say | TechCrunch
Malicious hackers can exploit vulnerabilities in Ecovacs robots to take control and spy on owners.
Free Software Evaluation Templates | ClickUp
Software evaluation templates are essential for structuring the evaluation processes of software solutions.
It's time to junk your Cisco SPA300 and SPA500 IP phones
Three critical flaws found in Cisco's Small Business IP phones will not be fixed as the devices are in the end-of-life process.
Researchers Bypass Windows Security Smart App Control And SmartScreen
Researchers identified weaknesses in Windows SmartScreen and Smart App Control, showing how attackers can bypass security measures.
Basic failures led to hack of Electoral Commission data on 40 million people | Computer Weekly
ICO reprimands Electoral Commission for basic security errors allowing Chinese hackers to access 40 million people's data.
Mitigating cyber risks in mergers and acquisitions
Acquisitions can pose significant security threats, as seen in cases like Dropbox, Marriott, and Yahoo, leading to data breaches, regulatory fines, and legal scrutiny.
Enhancing mobile app security with behaviour-based biometrics | Computer Weekly
Behaviour-based biometrics analyze unique user patterns for robust security.
How to Clear Your Browser's Cache, and Why You Should
Regularly clearing your browser cache can help prevent outdated content, performance issues, and potential security vulnerabilities.
VMware discloses flaws in Workstation and Fusion Pro products after making them free for personal use
VMware disclosed critical vulnerabilities in its hypervisor solutions, urging immediate patching to prevent exploitation by unauthorized actors.
How to protect your keyless car from theft
Using wireless key fobs and push-button starters in cars can make them vulnerable to relay attacks by thieves.
Connected cars' illegal data collection and use now on FTC's "radar"
Automakers are warned against excessive monetization of consumers' data from connected cars, stressing the importance of privacy safeguards.
Microsoft fixes exploited bugs, one used in QakBot attacks
Microsoft disclosed and patched 60 Windows CVEs, including two widely exploited ones: CVE-2024-30051 and CVE-2024-30040 with significant CVSS ratings.
No Country for No-Code: Are We Heading Towards a Wild West of Software Security? - DevOps.com
No-code platforms democratize development but can lead to security vulnerabilities.
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Cross Site Scripting (XSS) includes stored and unstored attacks, which can be devastating by executing malicious scripts on users' browsers.
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, Noble Numbat, overhauls its installation and app experience
The absence of vulnerabilities to the XZ backdoor is viewed as a significant aspect of Ubuntu 24.04.
JetBrains fixes 26 'security problems,' offering no details
JetBrains urged users to upgrade due to 26 security issues in TeamCity.
JetBrains declined to disclose details for security fixes.
GitHub's latest AI tool that can automatically fix code vulnerabilities | TechCrunch
GitHub launches code scanning autofix feature for security vulnerabilities.
GitHub's new feature combines Copilot and CodeQL for real-time vulnerability remediation.
Researchers jimmy OpenAI's and Google's closed models
Researchers discovered an attack on AI services to reveal hidden parts of transformer models through API queries.
The attack can expose the embedding projection layer of black box models, costing from a few dollars to several thousand depending on model size.
How New Relic's Kubernetes Agents team decreased release time by 99% with GitHub workflows
New Relic automated their software agent release process for the Kubernetes integration, reducing deployment time from two weeks to one hour per week.
New Relic improved their response to security vulnerabilities by enabling code-scanning tools in their continuous integration pipeline, automatically patching code without human interaction within a week of a fix being available.
Sadiq Khan demands action from car manufacturers as keyless vehicle thefts soar in London
Sadiq Khan demands action from car manufacturers after spike in vehicle thefts in London
Between 60-65% of car thefts in the last year were keyless car thefts
How one city took on rising car thefts and brought the numbers down
St. Paul, Minnesota has seen a dramatic decrease in car thefts due to a focus on prevention and youth intervention.
Car thefts nationwide increased after a viral TikTok video exposed security vulnerabilities in certain models of Kia and Hyundai cars.
Custom GPTs from OpenAI May Leak Sensitive Information
OpenAI's GPT models are susceptible to prompt injection attacks, which can expose sensitive information.
Customizable GPT models need robust security frameworks to address potential vulnerabilities.
Apple Security Update Fixes Zero-Day Webkit Exploits
Apple has patched two zero-day vulnerabilities affecting iOS, iPadOS, and macOS.
The vulnerabilities were discovered by Google's Threat Analysis Group.