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Vulnerabilities: CISA Warns Organizations of Exploited Vulnerability Affecting .NET, Visual Studio Introduction The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has recently issued a warning about a zero-day vulnerability affecting Microsoft’s .NET and Visual Studio products. The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2023-38180, was patched by Microsoft during their August 2023 Patch Tuesday updates. However, CISA has…
Report: The Persistent Threat of the Shellshock Vulnerability The Persistent Threat of the Shellshock Vulnerability Since its disclosure in 2014, the Shellshock vulnerability, also known as the Bash bug or CVE-2014-6271, continues to be a prevalent target for attackers, especially in financial services applications. Despite its age, this vulnerability remains popular due to its simplicity…
Securing Sensitive Accounts: Learn PAM Security Strategies Cybersecurity and the Rising Threat of Ransomware In today’s interconnected digital landscape, the need for robust cybersecurity measures has become increasingly paramount. Cyberthreats are evolving rapidly, with new and more sophisticated attacks emerging regularly. One such emerging threat is ransomware, a type of malicious software that encrypts valuable…
Ransomware Attacks: The Menace of Akira Ransomware In recent months, a new ransomware group known as Akira has emerged on the cyber threat landscape, targeting numerous organizations, particularly small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). According to a report by cybersecurity firm Arctic Wolf, the group claims to have compromised at least 63 organizations since March 2023….
“APT35 Updates Cyberattack Arsenal, Targets Israeli Journalist in Spear-Phishing Campaign” Introduction The Iran-linked advanced persistent threat group known as APT35, also referred to as Charming Kitten, Imperial Kitten, or Tortoiseshell, has recently enhanced its cyberattack capabilities. APT35 is alleged to be operating out of Iran and is primarily focused on collecting intelligence by compromising account…
API Security Testing for Dummies: A Comprehensive Guide The Importance of API Security in Today’s Digital Landscape In our increasingly interconnected world, the importance of secure application programming interfaces (APIs) cannot be overstated. APIs play a crucial role in enabling communication between different software applications and systems. They provide a bridge that allows data and…
Critical Importance of API Security Testing The Growing Threat of Cyberattacks Cybersecurity has become an increasingly pressing concern as our world becomes more digitized. With organizations relying heavily on Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to interface with different systems and share data, the need for robust API security has never been higher. As we continue to…
The Potent Cyber Adversary Threatening to Further Inflame Iranian Politics Introduction A group known as GhyamSarnegouni has recently emerged as a formidable cyber adversary in Iran, launching a damaging hack-and-leak operation against the government. With the release of sensitive internal government documents, including those related to the country’s nuclear program and alleged sanctions-evasions activities, the…
API Security Testing for Dummies API Security Testing for Dummies Introduction Internet security has become one of the most critical concerns in our interconnected world. As technology continues to advance, so do the threats posed by malicious actors seeking to exploit vulnerabilities in our systems. In recent years, cyberattacks have been on the rise, with…
Cadet Blizzard: A Closer Look at the Russian Military Intelligence Hacking Unit The Emergence of Cadet Blizzard Microsoft has identified a new hacking unit within the Russian military intelligence, known as the Main Intelligence Directorate (GRU). This hacking group, named “Cadet Blizzard,” has been conducting cyber operations targeting Ukrainian infrastructure in the lead-up to the…