In recent developments, a major phishing campaign has emerged, targeting approximately 20,000 users in the automotive, chemical, and industrial compound manufacturing sectors across Europe. The cybercriminals involved in this campaign aimed to hijack victims’ Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure by stealing account credentials. The complexity and scale of the attacks highlight the growing sophistication of cyber threats and underscore the critical
BeyondTrust has recently disclosed a serious security vulnerability in its Privileged Remote Access (PRA) and Remote Support (RS) products. This flaw, identified as CVE-2024-12356 and given a CVSS score of 9.8, allows attackers to inject arbitrary commands, potentially leading to unauthorized execution of commands on target systems. With such severe implications, it highlights the necessity for immediate attention and remediation.
A critical security vulnerability has been identified in the Apache Struts framework, known as CVE-2024-53677, posing a grave threat to systems that rely on this popular software. This flaw has been assigned a severity score of 9.5 out of 10 on the Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS), indicating it is highly dangerous and can be exploited by threat actors to
In December 2024, Rhode Island’s public benefits data was compromised in a ransomware attack by the Brain Cipher group. The attack targeted the RIBridges system, managed by Deloitte, which is used for handling public benefits in the state. This breach has raised significant concerns about the protection of sensitive data and the effectiveness of cybersecurity measures in place. The Attack
In a rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, Microsoft Sentinel has emerged as a crucial player, introducing a groundbreaking agentless integration capability specifically tailored for SAP workloads. SAP landscapes, with their expansive and critical nature, constantly face vulnerabilities that can be weaponized swiftly, leading to severe consequences. This new capability directly addresses the urgent need for robust security measures by utilizing the
In an alarming development, Rhode Island’s primary benefits system, RIBridges, has been compromised following a presumed ransomware attack on Deloitte, which operates the system. This breach potentially exposes personal details of thousands of state residents, including names, addresses, birth dates, Social Security numbers, and banking information. According to the governor’s office, anyone who has applied for health coverage or other
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) recently issued alerts concerning new vulnerabilities being actively exploited by cyber attackers and expanding cyber campaigns targeting a range of devices and systems. These combined efforts by the two agencies highlight the complexity and evolving nature of cybersecurity threats that affect various sectors, from government
Recent drone activities near major airports and military bases in the Northeastern U.S., particularly around Boston’s Logan International Airport, have led to significant concerns and actions by authorities. Over the past weekend, two men, identified as 42-year-old Robert Duffy and 32-year-old Jeremy Folcik, were arrested for operating a drone dangerously close to Logan International Airport. Their arrest was facilitated through
Data modeling, the practice of diagramming business requirements, has seen significant growth over recent years. 64% of organizations actively use data modeling, reflecting a notable 13% increase from the previous year. As companies navigate a complex landscape filled with both opportunities and risks, the trend of utilizing data modeling is set to continue its upward trajectory into 2025. This dynamic
In a new twist to the evolving landscape of cyber threats, the DarkGate remote access Trojan (RAT) has devised yet another stealthy method to compromise systems, leveraging the ubiquitous Microsoft Teams platform. Long recognized for infiltrating via phishing emails, malvertising, and compromised messaging apps, DarkGate’s latest tactic employs a voice phishing, or vishing, technique. This novel attack vector was recently
Gaming has evolved drastically, transforming from simple board games to intricate online multiplayer experiences that draw millions of players globally. As the online gaming landscape has flourished, so too has the dark side of cyberspace. Cybercriminals now target gamers to exploit their data, often leading to compromises that result in financial and personal losses. Protecting oneself from these threats has
The adoption of Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) is rapidly expanding, driven by its perceived security benefits and the growing need for flexible, remote work solutions. With VDI, organizations can offer employees remote access to a centralized virtual environment where data and applications are stored securely. This transition from physical desktops to virtual infrastructures brings significant advantages, but it also introduces
