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Hackers breach ISP to poison software updates with malware

A Chinese hacking group tracked as StormBamboo has compromised an undisclosed internet service provider (ISP) to poison automatic software updates with malware. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hackers-breach-isp-to-poison-software-updates-with-malware/
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Linux kernel impacted by new SLUBStick cross-cache attack

A novel Linux Kernel cross-cache attack named SLUBStick has a 99% success in converting a limited heap vulnerability into an arbitrary memory read-and-write capability, letting the researchers elevate privileges or escape containers. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/linux-kernel-impacted-by-new-slubstick-cross-cache-attack/
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North Korean hackers exploit VPN update flaw to install malware

South Korea's National Cyber Security Center (NCSC) warns that state-backed DPRK hackers hijacked flaws in a VPN's software update to deploy malware and breach networks. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/north-korean-hackers-exploit-vpn-update-flaw-to-install-malware/
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Windows Smart App Control, SmartScreen bypass exploited since 2018

A design flaw in Windows Smart App Control and SmartScreen that enables attackers to launch programs without triggering security warnings has been under exploitation since at least 2018. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-smart-app-control-smartscreen-bypass-exploited-since-2018/
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Crowdstrike: Delta Air Lines refused free help to resolve IT outage

The legal spars between Delta Air Lines and CrowdStrike are heating up, with the cybersecurity firm claiming that Delta's extended IT outage was caused by poor disaster recovery plans and the airline refusing to accept free onsite help in restoring Windows devices. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/crowdstrike-delta-air-lines-refused-free-help-to-resolve-it-outage/
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Proton VPN adds ‘Discreet Icons’ to hide app on Android devices

Proton VPN has announced a series of updates to its Windows and Android apps to help users combat censorship, circumvent blocks, and protect themselves from authoritarian governments due to using forbidden tools. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/proton-vpn-adds-discreet-icons-to-hide-app-on-android-devices/
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Point of entry: Why hackers target stolen credentials for initial access

Stolen credentials are a big problem, commonly used to breach networks in attacks. Learn more from Specops Software about checking the password hygiene of your Active Directory. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/point-of-entry-why-hackers-target-stolen-credentials-for-initial-access/
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Hacker wipes 13,000 devices after breaching classroom management platform

A hacker has breached Mobile Guardian, a digital classroom management platform used worldwide, and remotely wiped data from at least 13,000 student's iPads and Chromebooks. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hacker-wipes-13-000-devices-after-breaching-classroom-management-platform/
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Samsung to pay $1,000,000 for RCEs on Galaxy’s secure vault

Samsung has launched a new bug bounty program for its mobile devices with rewards of up to $1,000,000 for reports demonstrating critical attack scenarios. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/samsung-to-pay-1-000-000-for-rces-on-galaxys-secure-vault/
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Google Chrome will let you send money to your favourite website

Google has confirmed plans to implement Web Monetization in Chrome, allowing website owners to receive micro-payments as tips or rewards for their content as an additional way to generate revenue. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/google/google-chrome-will-let-you-send-money-to-your-favourite-website/
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How MSPs and MSSPs offer vCISO services with skilled CISOs in short supply

With skilled CISOs in short supply, service providers are turning to virtual CISOs. A new eBook by Cynomi explains how service providers/MSPs can quickly and easily expand vCISO service offerings to their customers. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/how-msps-and-mssps-offer-vciso-services-with-skilled-cisos-in-short-supply/