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The Rising Threat: A Deep Dive into the Citrix Zero-Day Exploit Targeting Critical Infrastructure

Reynolds Alex2 years ago010 mins

Vulnerability Exploited Against Critical Infrastructure Organization Background The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has recently disclosed that a new zero-day vulnerability in Citrix, tracked as CVE-2023-3519, has been exploited against a critical infrastructure organization. While the agency has not attributed the attack to any known threat actor, it has shared tactics, techniques, and…

The Linux Ransomware Dilemma: Protecting Critical Infrastructure from a Growing Menace

Nguyen Michael2 years ago09 mins

Ransomware Threat to Linux Systems: A Growing Concern for Critical Infrastructure The Unseen Powerhouse: Linux’s Role in our Daily Lives Linux, the open-source operating system, may not be widely recognized by most individuals, but its presence and influence are pervasive. While it runs on only a fraction of desktops – less than 3% compared to…

Critical Infrastructure at Risk: APT Exploit Capitalizes on Rockwell Automation Flaws

Patel Maya2 years ago010 mins

ICS/OT APT Exploit Targeting Rockwell Automation Flaws Threatens Critical Infrastructure Overview An advanced persistent threat (APT) group has recently identified and exploited two vulnerabilities in Rockwell Automation products, posing a significant risk to critical infrastructure. Rockwell Automation has released firmware patches for the affected products and has shared indicators of compromise (IoCs) and detection rules….

Defending Our Foundations: Forging a Unified Front Against Cyberattacks on Critical Infrastructure

Reynolds Alex2 years ago010 mins

Building the right collective defense against cyberattacks for critical infrastructure Commentary In an op-ed published in The New York Times, Robert M. Lee, CEO and co-founder of cybersecurity company Dragos, emphasizes the need for a unified and collaborative approach to defending critical infrastructure against cyberattacks. Lee argues that the increasing threat landscape requires collective defense…

Critical Infrastructures at Risk: Unveiling Severe Vulnerabilities in Wago and Schneider Electric OT Products

Reynolds Alex2 years ago09 mins

Critical Infrastructure and API Security: A Key Concern in the Digital Age In today’s interconnected world, the security of critical infrastructure is of paramount importance. Critical infrastructures, such as power grids, transportation systems, and healthcare networks, rely heavily on digital systems and APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) to function efficiently. The proper functioning of these systems…

“Securing Critical Infrastructure: CISA and NSA Join Forces to Strengthen Baseboard Management Controllers”

Reynolds Alex2 years ago09 mins

CISA and NSA Publish New Guidance on Hardening Baseboard Management Controllers (BMCs) Introduction The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the National Security Agency (NSA) have recently released new guidance aimed at helping organizations strengthen the security of their baseboard management controllers (BMCs). A BMC is a specialized service processor typically found on motherboards,…

The Urgency of Securing Critical Infrastructure from Ransomware Attacks

Reynolds Alex2 years ago08 mins

Pressure on Security Leaders to do More with Less As technology continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, so does the sophistication and frequency of cyberattacks. Security leaders are under pressure to do more with less, but unfortunately, the situation is being exacerbated by these attacks. Cyber incidents, particularly ransomware attacks, are becoming more prevalent…

Experts warn of urgent need to improve U.S. critical infrastructure protection

Patel Maya2 years ago09 mins

US Policy on Critical Infrastructure Protection Inadequate, Expert Group Warns A congressionally mandated group of experts called the CSC 2.0 has warned that US government policies designed to protect critical infrastructure against cyber attacks are outdated and inadequate. Critical infrastructure sectors such as water and transportation could be compromised when exposed to cyber threats. In…

Urgent Action Needed: Experts Call for White House to Fix Critical Infrastructure Protection

Patel Maya2 years ago08 mins

Experts urge urgent action from White House to fix critical infrastructure cybersecurity The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), the key agency inside the Department of Homeland Security responsible for helping defend critical infrastructure, is not equipped to quickly and effectively respond to cyberattacks, according to CSC 2.0, a group of experts established by Congress….

Protecting Critical Infrastructure: How Choke Points Can Improve Security

Emma Thompson2 years ago07 mins

The Challenge of Limited Resources in Cybersecurity As technology evolves, so do the challenges that information security professionals face. One of the primary challenges is the increasingly limited resources, including money, human capital, and tools. The need to do more with less often creates a situation where security teams find it challenging to keep up…