In response to increasing demands for improved security in hybrid cloud setups, Akamai Technologies has broadened its security offerings with the enhanced Guardicore Segmentation solution. This tool is designed to bolster the defenses of cloud-native applications, a vital move as businesses grapple with the security challenges presented by their expansive presence across multiple cloud services. Akamai’s initiative underlines the urgency
Cybersecurity experts at Cleafy Labs have shed light on the emerging cyber threat known as the Copybara campaign, reflecting a concerning shift in the landscape of digital crime. What sets Copybara apart is its method of perpetrating fraud directly from the target’s device, a sophisticated ploy that traditional security defenses at financial institutions are ill-equipped to counter. In executing its
Rebase tokens are an innovative force in the cryptocurrency world, designed to tackle the issue of market volatility. These tokens operate on an algorithmic model that adjusts their supply to achieve targeted price levels. By automatically increasing or decreasing the number of tokens in circulation, they ensure price stability relative to a set benchmark. This unique feature distinguishes rebase tokens
The cyber realm has been rocked by another significant but worrying event as Midnight Blizzard, a group of Russian hackers, breached the defenses of tech giant Microsoft. This recent intrusion isn’t a standalone occurrence but rather highlights an upward trajectory in cyberattacks that could represent a global security crisis. The implications of such breaches ripple far beyond just one company,
In the treacherous waters of digital commerce, email security serves as both a lifesaver and a shield for retailers. With the announcement from Yahoo and Google setting a new standard for email authentication, retailers find themselves at a crossroads. By February 2024, failing to implement a Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance (DMARC) policy will no longer be an oversight
Cisco has taken decisive action to strengthen the security of its Secure Client software by rolling out patches for a severe vulnerability, designated CVE-2024-20337. This flaw, with a worrying CVSS score of 8.2, indicates its high level of risk. The vulnerability exists due to insufficient input validation, allowing for CRLF injection attacks. Attackers can exploit this by deceiving a user
As cyber threats become more sophisticated, organizations recognize the need for a new defensive posture. The concept of Zero Trust Privileged Access Management (PAM) is gaining traction in response to the realization that threats from within can be as harmful as those from outside. Zero Trust PAM departs from traditional perimeter-based security and assumes that no user or system should
Network security is crucial for the protection of an organization’s IT infrastructure, and any vulnerabilities within these systems pose a significant risk. ArubaOS, the operating system that powers Aruba Networks’ switches, is integral to the management of network traffic and data security. The discovery of critical vulnerabilities within ArubaOS is a cause for concern, as it potentially leaves networks open
The recent cybersecurity breach by the notorious Russian espionage group known as Midnight Blizzard, APT29, or more commonly, Cozy Bear, raises an alarm about the vulnerability of giant tech companies like Microsoft. This group, well-known for its sophisticated cyber warfare tactics, targeted Microsoft’s corporate email systems and laid their hands on sensitive source codes. Such incursions are not mere cybercrimes
Cybercriminals are increasingly using subtle techniques to manipulate AI chatbots through what’s known as indirect prompt injections. They create seemingly harmless sentences specifically designed to mislead large language models (LLMs) into performing unintended actions. These AI systems, designed to emulate human conversation, are inherently designed to follow the prompts they receive, which makes them susceptible to such attacks. This new
Cybersecurity experts are sounding the alarm over a sophisticated phishing operation that weaponizes Dropbox, a service typically seen as trustworthy. This cunning attack is designed to sidestep multi-factor authentication—once deemed a cornerstone of digital protection. The situation casts new doubts on the reliability of MFA, underscoring the evolving complexity of online threats. The security community is now grappling with the
Blockchain technology, initially the powerhouse behind cryptocurrencies, is now revolutionizing industries across the MENA region. Its ability to guarantee security and transparency makes it not just a tool for financial transactions, but also a valuable asset in various fields. For instance, in healthcare, blockchain can securely manage patient records, while in supply chain management, it ensures the provenance and authenticity
