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The Evolving Threat Landscape: WordPress Websites Under Attack from Royal Elementor Plugin Zero-Day Vulnerability

Reynolds Alex1 year ago09 mins

Critical Vulnerability in Royal Elementor Plugin Exploited as Zero-Day Overview A critical vulnerability in the Royal Elementor WordPress plugin has been discovered and exploited since August 30th, 2023. Security researchers have identified the flaw, tracked as CVE-2023-5360, which has been classified as a zero-day vulnerability. The Royal Elementor plugin, developed by WP Royal, is widely…

The Evolving Threat Landscape: Analyzing the Implications of ConnectedIO’s Vulnerable 3G/4G Routers on IoT Security

Reynolds Alex1 year ago010 mins

The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance Introduction In today’s interconnected world, where everything from our personal information to critical infrastructure relies on technology, cybersecurity has become paramount. The increasing number of cyber threats and the potential for devastating consequences has put tremendous pressure on organizations to align with industry standards and frameworks to ensure the…

Ransomware Strikes at the Heart of MSSQL Databases: Exploring the Threat Landscape

Reynolds Alex1 year ago08 mins

## A Sophisticated Cyberattack Campaign Compromises MSSQL Databases In a recent investigation by cybersecurity firm Securonix, a highly sophisticated cyberattack campaign targeting Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL) databases has been uncovered. The attack campaign, named “DB#JAMMER,” involves a series of steps that ultimately result in the deployment of ransomware and other malicious payloads. ### The Attack…

Exploring the Threat Landscape: HR-Related Emails Dominate as Top Malicious Subjects

Reynolds Alex1 year ago09 mins

KnowBe4’s Q2 2023 Phishing Report Highlights the Impact of HR-Related Phishing Emails Cybercriminals Evolve Tactics to Target Employee Trust According to KnowBe4’s Q2 2023 phishing report, phishing emails continue to be a significant threat to organizations worldwide. Cybercriminals are constantly refining their tactics, using realistic and believable email subjects to entice employees to click on…

Truebot Malware: An Escalating Threat Landscape

Emma Thompson1 year ago07 mins

Truebot Malware: A Growing Threat to US and Canadian Organizations An Evolving Menace Recently, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), along with several US organizations, and the Canadian Center for Cyber Security (CCCS), issued an advisory warning about the increasing utilization of Truebot malware variants by threat actors against various organizations in the US…

Exploring the Evolving Threat Landscape: MITRE’s Latest Updates to the CWE Top 25

Emma Thompson1 year ago06 mins

MITRE Updates CWE Top 25 Most Dangerous Software Weaknesses The MITRE Corporation recently released an updated version of its Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) Top 25 Most Dangerous Software Weaknesses list. This list reflects the latest trends in the adversarial landscape and highlights common weaknesses that lead to serious software vulnerabilities. Rise of Use-after-free and OS…

China’s ‘Volt Typhoon’ APT: Analyzing the Expanding Threat Landscape

Emma Thompson1 year ago09 mins

Chinese State-Backed APT Volt Typhoon Exploits Zoho’s ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus Vulnerability The recently discovered advanced persistent threat (APT) known as “Volt Typhoon,” or “Vanguard Panda,” has been found to be utilizing a critical vulnerability in Zoho’s ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus, a single sign-on and password management solution. This state-backed APT was initially brought to public attention…

Exploring the Threat Landscape: The Exploits of Chinese UNC4841 Group in Barracuda Email Security Gateway

Patel Maya2 years ago08 mins

The Importance of API Security Testing APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) play a crucial role in today’s interconnected digital landscape. They enable different software systems to seamlessly communicate and share information, enabling the rapid development of innovative applications and services. However, the increasing reliance on APIs has also made them attractive targets for hackers, as a…

Understanding Your Threat Landscape: A Crucial Step for Security Professionals

Reynolds Alex2 years ago06 mins

Understanding and Addressing Your Threat Landscape: A Critical Priority for Security Professionals The Importance of Starting with Your Threat Landscape In today’s ever-changing world of cybersecurity, understanding your organization’s threat landscape is the key to making informed decisions and protecting your infrastructure. Regardless of the use case, your security organization is focused on; you are…