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Critical Security Vulnerability in Cisco‘s BroadWorks Raises Concerns A recently discovered security vulnerability in Cisco‘s BroadWorks Unified Collaboration and Messaging Platform has raised serious concerns about the potential for a complete takeover of the platform and the theft of sensitive data. BroadWorks, a unified communications as a service (UCaaS) platform, offers a range of services…
Microsoft Plans to Disable Older Versions of TLS Protocol Microsoft has announced its plans to disable older versions of the Transport Layer Security (TLS) protocol, citing security concerns and the deprecation of these versions by internet standards and regulatory bodies. TLS is a critical communications encryption technology used to protect information sent over networks and…
The Need to Expand and Diversify America’s Cybersecurity Workforce Every year, the headlines remind us of the growing number of open jobs in America’s cybersecurity workforce. The gap seems to widen with each passing year, and the pressure to fill these positions has never been greater. The latest US National Cybersecurity Strategy has set forth…
Dangerous Spyware Disguised as Telegram Mods Poses Threat to Business Users Infiltration of Google Play Store Tens of thousands of users have unknowingly downloaded dangerous spyware disguised as a set of legitimate Telegram “mods” from the official Google Play app store. Modified applications (“mods”) for the popular messaging client are well-known and accepted by Telegram…
Report: Mac Security Survey 2023 Introduction In an increasingly digital world, internet security has become a crucial concern for individuals and organizations alike. With the rise of cybercrime and the constant threat it poses to online users, it is essential to understand the vulnerabilities and behaviors that can put Mac users at risk. This report…
Cybersecurity Training Left Out of Kenya‘s Digital Skills Center of Excellence Kenya is set to establish a center of excellence aimed at equipping public sector staff with the digital skills needed to drive the country’s digitization efforts. The initiative, backed by Microsoft and the United Nations Development Program, aims to provide training in areas such…
The Pressure Mounts on Trickbot and Conti Cybercrime Syndicates as Fresh Sanctions are Issued A Resolute Joint Action The United States and the United Kingdom have intensified their efforts against the Russia-based Trickbot and Conti cybercrime syndicates with the imposition of additional sanctions. This move comes as a response to the rising threat posed by…
Russia-based Trickbot and Conti Cybercrime Syndicates Face Increased Pressure from US and UK The United States and the United Kingdom have ramped up their efforts against the Russia-based cybercrime syndicates Trickbot and Conti by imposing fresh sanctions against key individuals involved in these groups. The sanctions target 11 individuals associated with Trickbot and nine individuals…
Unprecedented Increase in Infostealer Malware Poses Major Security Concerns Enterprise chief information security officers (CISOs) are facing a significant threat as infostealer malware continues to proliferate at an alarming rate, according to a recent study by the Uptycs research team. The study, titled “Stealers Are Organization Killers,” reveals a stark increase in the distribution of…
Malware & Threats: Cisco ASA Zero-Day Exploited in Akira Ransomware Attacks Introduction Cisco has issued a warning regarding a zero-day vulnerability in its Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) and Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) software. The vulnerability has been exploited in attacks utilizing the Akira ransomware since August. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2023-20269, exists in the remote…