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Recently cybersecurity researchers at Check Point discovered a new malware dubbed “Styx Stealer,” capable of stealing browser and instant messenger data. Threat actors often exploit stealers, enabling them to secretly gather sensitive information from the compromised systems. While the types of information they steal via stealers include personal credentials, financial data, and passwords.  The stolen […]

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Hackers have found a way to exploit email URL rewriting features, a tool initially designed to protect users from phishing threats. This new tactic has raised alarms among security experts, turning a protective measure into a vulnerability. URL rewriting is a security feature employed by email security vendors to protect users from malicious links embedded […]

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A complex large-scale campaign was detected by Unit 42 researchers that manipulated and extorted several organizations using cloud systems.  Security analysts discovered that this massive large-scale cyber attack on AWS targets over 230 million unique cloud environments. The attackers crafted a smart tactic of exploiting exposed environment variable (.env) files on cloud infrastructures. These .env […]

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Copilot Autofix is a newly launched feature of the GitHub Advanced Security (GHAS) and this feature was designed to make it easier for users to discover and fix code vulnerabilities. AI tools are revolutionizing the cybersecurity landscape by enhancing several major factors like threat detection, automating processes, and providing valuable insights to combat sophisticated cyber […]

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Researchers uncovered a vulnerability in the Linux kernel’s dmam_free_coherent() function, which stems from a race condition caused by the improper order of operations when freeing DMA (Direct Memory Access) allocations and managing associated resources. This vulnerability can lead to system instabilities and malfunctions, as DMA is crucial for allowing hardware devices to transfer data directly […]

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A new malware strain known as “QWERTY Info Stealer” has emerged. It targets Windows systems with advanced anti-debugging techniques and data exfiltration capabilities. This malware is hosted on the domain mailservicess[.]com, represents a significant threat to individuals and organizations. Our comprehensive analysis illuminates its technical aspects, including its anti-debugging strategies, data collection methods, and interaction […]

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The “Weekly Cyber Security News Letter – Data Breaches, Vulnerability, Cyber Attack & More” provides a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in the cybersecurity landscape. Each edition highlights significant data breaches, emerging vulnerabilities, and notable cyber attacks, offering insights into the evolving threats that organizations face. By staying informed through this newsletter, readers can […]

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As the world becomes more reliant on technology, viruses and security weaknesses may eventually develop in our operating systems. However, developers are ready for this because they have Javascript code security tools that help them find and fix internal computer bugs by giving them more information, such as a snapshot of the application’s state. Recently, […]

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Product management Tools aims to orchestrate and supervise every facet of the product life cycle. This encompasses various responsibilities, from marketing to in-depth investigative analysis.  Product management entails the systematic development, market launch, and comprehensive administration of a product or service. The product manager is at the helm of product management leadership and is ultimately […]

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A penetration testing tool helps identify vulnerabilities within a system by simulating real-world attacks. This allows organizations to detect and address security weaknesses before malicious actors exploit them. These tools provide comprehensive assessments of network, application, and system security by performing in-depth scans and tests and delivering detailed reports on potential threats and their impact […]

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Security researchers at Avast have uncovered evidence that the notorious North Korean hacker group Lazarus exploited a previously unknown zero-day vulnerability in the Windows AFD.sys driver to gain kernel-level access to targeted systems. The flaw tracked as CVE-2024-38193, was reported to Microsoft and patched as part of the company’s June 2024 Patch Tuesday updates. The notorious Lazarus […]

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The imminent release of Cisco HyperShield this month marks a pivotal evolution in the cybersecurity landscape. As an “AI-native” security architecture, HyperShield promises to redefine traditional security protocols through its automated proactive cybersecurity measures and AI-driven security solutions. However, the effectiveness of this sophisticated technology heavily relies on the skilled deployment by IT and Information […]

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An Android package, “Showcase.apk,” preinstalled on a significant portion of Pixel devices since 2017, possesses extensive system permissions enabling remote code execution and package installation.  It fetches a configuration file via unsecured HTTP from a single US-based AWS domain, rendering it susceptible to tampering, while the combination of excessive privileges and insecure configuration exposes millions […]

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Microsoft has announced a significant security enhancement for its Azure platform: starting in 2024, all Azure sign-in attempts will require multifactor authentication (MFA). This move underscores Microsoft’s commitment to providing its customers the highest level of security. The MFA requirement will apply to several key applications, including the Azure Portal, Microsoft Entra Admin Center, and […]

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The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is contemplating a historic move to break up Alphabet Inc.’s Google following a significant antitrust ruling. This development marks one of the most aggressive antitrust actions since the attempted breakup of Microsoft two decades ago. The decision comes after a federal judge determined that Google had unlawfully maintained a […]

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A recently discovered vulnerability in Kubernetes has raised significant concerns within the cybersecurity community. Akamai researcher Tomer Peled identified a design flaw in Kubernetes’ sidecar project, git-sync, which could allow attackers to execute command injection attacks. This vulnerability affects default Kubernetes installations across various platforms, including Amazon EKS, Azure AKS, and Google GKE. It will […]

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A critical security flaw has been discovered in the Zimbra Collaboration Suite (ZCS), potentially allowing hackers to execute malicious JavaScript code. This cross-site scripting (XSS) flaw, identified as CVE-2024-33533, has been found in the Zimbra webmail admin interface. The vulnerability arises from inadequate input validation, which permits attackers to inject harmful scripts into the application. […]

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In a recent revelation, law enforcement figures have highlighted a concerning rise in cyber attacks targeting small businesses. The City of London Police reported 1,227 incidents in 2022, which experts believe represents only a fraction of the true scale of the problem. The most prevalent threats include business email compromise, ransomware, phone hacking, and insider […]

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On June 20, 2024, government services were knocked offline as a cyberattack rocked the Indonesian National Data Center. Investigators would attribute the outage to a new hacker group infecting targets with a novel ransomware variant: Brain Cipher. A variant of the LockBit ransomware family, Brain Cipher was created using the leaked LockBit 3.0 Builder. It […]

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A recent Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) report has uncovered various sophisticated tools threat actors employ to bypass major security defenses. These tools have been found to effectively circumvent protections offered by popular antivirus programs such as Windows Defender and Malwarebytes. The report highlights the alarming capability of these tools to delete backups and […]

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