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Chinese State-Linked Threat Actor Exploits Cisco Routers to Breach Multinational Organizations An Overview of the Breach An old Chinese state-linked threat actor known as “BlackTech” has been conducting sophisticated cyber attacks on multinational organizations in both the United States and Japan, according to a joint cybersecurity advisory from the National Security Agency (NSA), FBI, Cybersecurity…
Cybercrime: Millions of files with potentially sensitive information exposed online, researchers say An Alarming Situation A recent analysis conducted by researchers at Censys has revealed that thousands of computers and internet-connected devices are exposing millions of files with potentially sensitive data on the internet. These files, ranging from database backups to financial data, have been…
New York Bans Facial Recognition in Schools after Report Finds Risks Outweigh Potential Benefits Evaluation of Facial Recognition Technology in Schools The state of New York has recently banned the use of facial recognition technology in schools, following a report that concluded the risks to student privacy and civil rights outweigh potential security benefits. The…
Microsoft Introduces Passkeys for Enhanced Security and Passwordless Authentication In a significant update to its Windows 11 operating system, Microsoft has integrated Passkeys, a new authentication feature that aims to enhance security and revolutionize the way users log into their devices. Passkeys create a unique credential that allows users to authenticate with their face, fingerprint,…
## Chinese Gov Hackers Caught Hiding in Cisco Router Firmware Chinese state-sponsored Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group, BlackTech, has recently been discovered hacking into network edge devices and using firmware implants to infiltrate corporate networks of U.S. and Japanese multinational organizations. The National Security Agency (NSA), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Cybersecurity Infrastructure…
The Difference Between Threat Data Feeds and Threat Intelligence in Cybersecurity Introduction In the realm of cybersecurity, the terms “threat data feeds” and “threat intelligence” are often used interchangeably, leading to confusion. To further complicate matters, the term “threat intelligence” has been co-opted and diluted by vendors, making it even more challenging to define the…
Report: Mac Security Survey 2023 Introduction In the constantly evolving landscape of cybersecurity, Mac users have long prided themselves on the assumed immunity of their devices against malicious attacks. However, a recent survey conducted on Mac security in 2023 sheds light on cybersecurity myths and online behavior inconsistencies among Mac users. This report aims to…
CISA Unveils New HBOM Framework to Track Hardware Components Introduction The US government’s cybersecurity agency, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), has introduced a new Hardware Bill of Materials (HBOM) framework. This framework aims to provide a consistent and standardized way for vendors to communicate with purchasers about the hardware components in physical products….
Vulnerabilities Detected in Firefox 118 In a recent announcement, Mozilla revealed that it has released security updates for both Firefox and Thunderbird, addressing a total of nine vulnerabilities in its products. Among these vulnerabilities, six are classified as high-severity. The release of Firefox 118 to the stable channel includes patches for all nine vulnerabilities, which…
Gem Security Raises $23 Million in Series A Funding for Cloud Security In a move to address the growing threats to cloud security, Israeli startup Gem Security has secured $23 million in Series A funding. The round was led by GGV Capital, with participation from Team8, IBM Ventures, and Silicon Valley CISO Investments (SVCI). This…