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Cyberattackers Targeting Linux SSH Servers with ShellBot Malware According to researchers at the AhnLab Security Emergency Response Center (ASEC), cyberattackers are using a new method to hide their malicious activity while targeting Linux SSH servers with the ShellBot malware. By using hexadecimal IP (Hex IP) addresses, threat actors are evading behavior-based detection systems, making it…
The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance As our reliance on digital technology grows, so too does the importance of ensuring the security and privacy of our data. In an era of increasing cyber threats, it is imperative for IT professionals to be well-versed in compliance frameworks that provide guidelines for safeguarding sensitive information. In this…
Researchers Expose Critical Vulnerability in GNOME Linux Desktop Environment Researchers have recently discovered a serious vulnerability within the GNOME desktop environment for Linux systems that could allow attackers to take over machines with a single click. GNOME, an open-source desktop environment widely used by popular Linux distributions like Ubuntu and Fedora, contains a dependency with…
Vulnerabilities: One-Click GNOME Exploit Could Pose Serious Threat to Linux Systems By | October 10, 2023 Introduction The GitHub Security Lab has recently issued a warning to Linux users about a remote code execution vulnerability found in the Libcue component of the popular GNOME desktop environment. This vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2023-43641, has the potential to…
The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance Introduction With the ever-increasing threats posed by cyberattacks, it has become imperative for IT professionals to prioritize security compliance. Organizations are now required to adhere to various frameworks and regulations to ensure the protection of sensitive data. In this report, we will delve into the most notable compliance frameworks:…
The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance Introduction In an increasingly digitized world, organizations and individuals alike face a growing challenge: how to keep sensitive information secure. The proliferation of cyber threats and data breaches has raised concerns about privacy and prompted regulatory frameworks to emerge. For IT professionals, ensuring compliance with these frameworks is crucial…
Attackers have recently discovered an easy-to-exploit buffer overflow flaw in a common library used on most major distributions of the Linux operating system. This vulnerability, named “Looney Tunables,” can allow attackers to gain root privileges on millions of Linux systems. The bug, which affects the GNU C Library (glibc) in the GNU system found in…
## Vulnerabilities Severe Glibc Privilege Escalation Vulnerability Impacts Major Linux Distributions **By | New York Times** Major Linux distributions such as Debian, Fedora, and Ubuntu are currently at risk due to a local privilege escalation vulnerability in the GNU C Library (glibc), which could provide an attacker with full root privileges. Introduced in April 2021…
China-Linked Cyber Espionage Actor “Earth Lusca” Expands Operations with Linux Backdoor The Discovery of SprySOCKS Researchers at Trend Micro have identified a new cyber espionage campaign carried out by the China-linked threat actor “Earth Lusca.” The group, which has been active since at least 2021, has been targeting government organizations in Asia, Latin America, and…
The State of Mac Security in 2023: Examining Cybersecurity Myths and Online Behavior Inconsistencies Introduction In an era defined by digital connectivity, the importance of internet security has become increasingly paramount. As technology evolves, so do the threats that lurk within cyberspace. This report presents the key findings of the Mac Security Survey conducted in…