Microsoft Warns of Campaign Dropping Flawedammyy Rat in Memory
Microsoft issued a warning about an active spam campaign that tries to infect Korean targets with a FlawedAmmyy RAT malware distributed via malicious XLS attachments. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/microsoft-warns-of-campaign-dropping-flawedammyy-rat-in-memory/
Microsoft issued a warning about an active spam campaign that tries to infect Korean targets with a FlawedAmmyy RAT malware distributed via malicious XLS attachments. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/microsoft-warns-of-campaign-dropping-flawedammyy-rat-in-memory/
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Microsoft Warns of Campaign Dropping Flawedammyy RAT in Memory
Microsoft issued a warning about an active spam campaign that tries to infect Korean targets with a FlawedAmmyy RAT malware distributed via malicious XLS attachments.
BlueKeep Warnings Pay Off, Boost Patching in Enterprise Networks
The multiple warnings about patching Windows systems against the BlueKeep vulnerability (CVE-2019-0708) have not gone unheeded. Administrators of enterprise networks listened and updated most of the machines affected by the issue. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/bluekeep-warnings-pay-off-boost-patching-in-enterprise-networks/
The multiple warnings about patching Windows systems against the BlueKeep vulnerability (CVE-2019-0708) have not gone unheeded. Administrators of enterprise networks listened and updated most of the machines affected by the issue. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/bluekeep-warnings-pay-off-boost-patching-in-enterprise-networks/
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BlueKeep Warnings Pay Off, Boost Patching in Enterprise Networks
The multiple warnings about patching Windows systems against the BlueKeep vulnerability (CVE-2019-0708) have not gone unheeded. Administrators of enterprise networks listened and updated most of the machines affected by the issue.
New LooCipher Ransomware Spreads Its Evil Through Spam
A new ransomware called LooCipher has been discovered that is actively being used in the wild to infect users. While it is not known exactly how this ransomware is being distributed, based on some of the files that were found, we believe it is through a spam campaign. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-loocipher-ransomware-spreads-its-evil-through-spam/
A new ransomware called LooCipher has been discovered that is actively being used in the wild to infect users. While it is not known exactly how this ransomware is being distributed, based on some of the files that were found, we believe it is through a spam campaign. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-loocipher-ransomware-spreads-its-evil-through-spam/
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New LooCipher Ransomware Spreads Its Evil Through Spam
A new ransomware called LooCipher has been discovered that is actively being used in the wild to infect users. While it is not known exactly how this ransomware is being distributed, based on some of the files that were found, we believe it is through a spam…
Steam Phishing Campaign Steals Credentials, Hijacks Accounts
A new phishing campaign is doing the rounds on the Steam game distribution platform, attempting to trick people into handing over their credentials via a roulette-style game promising free keys. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/steam-phishing-campaign-steals-credentials-hijacks-accounts/
A new phishing campaign is doing the rounds on the Steam game distribution platform, attempting to trick people into handing over their credentials via a roulette-style game promising free keys. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/steam-phishing-campaign-steals-credentials-hijacks-accounts/
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Steam Phishing Campaign Steals Credentials, Hijacks Accounts
A new phishing campaign is doing the rounds on the Steam game distribution platform, attempting to trick people into handing over their credentials via a roulette-style game promising free keys.
The Week in Ransomware - June 21st 2019 - Backup, Backup, Backup!
This week's ransomware news was dominated by the release of the GandCrab 5.2 decryptor, the Sodinokibi Ransomware taking off, and a new ransomware called LooCipher spreading via spam. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/the-week-in-ransomware-june-21st-2019-backup-backup-backup/
This week's ransomware news was dominated by the release of the GandCrab 5.2 decryptor, the Sodinokibi Ransomware taking off, and a new ransomware called LooCipher spreading via spam. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/the-week-in-ransomware-june-21st-2019-backup-backup-backup/
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The Week in Ransomware - June 21st 2019 - Backup, Backup, Backup!
This week's ransomware news was dominated by the release of the GandCrab 5.2 decryptor, the Sodinokibi Ransomware taking off, and a new ransomware called LooCipher spreading via spam.
Google Says the Address Bar Suggestion Bug is Fixed - Is It?
A bug in the current version of Google Chrome has been causing address bar suggestions to prioritize search keywords over sites that you have frequented the most. In a bug post update, a Google employee states that this issue has now been fixed. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/google/google-says-the-address-bar-suggestion-bug-is-fixed-is-it/
A bug in the current version of Google Chrome has been causing address bar suggestions to prioritize search keywords over sites that you have frequented the most. In a bug post update, a Google employee states that this issue has now been fixed. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/google/google-says-the-address-bar-suggestion-bug-is-fixed-is-it/
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Google Says the Address Bar Suggestion Bug is Fixed - Is It?
A bug in the current version of Google Chrome has been causing address bar suggestions to prioritize search keywords over sites that you have frequented the most. In a bug post update, a Google employee states that this issue has now been fixed.
WeTransfer Security Incident Sent Files to the Wrong People
In an embarrassing security incident, the WeTransfer file sharing service announced that for two days it was sending it's users shared files to the wrong people. As this service is used to transfer what are considered private, and potentially sensitive files, this could be a big privacy issue for affected users. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/wetransfer-security-incident-sent-files-to-the-wrong-people/
In an embarrassing security incident, the WeTransfer file sharing service announced that for two days it was sending it's users shared files to the wrong people. As this service is used to transfer what are considered private, and potentially sensitive files, this could be a big privacy issue for affected users. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/wetransfer-security-incident-sent-files-to-the-wrong-people/
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WeTransfer Security Incident Sent Files to the Wrong People
In an embarrassing security incident, the WeTransfer file sharing service announced that for two days it was sending it's users shared files to the wrong people. As this service is used to transfer what are considered private, and potentially sensitive files…
Windows Terminal Is Here in It's Multi-Tabbed Console Glory
The much anticipated Windows Terminal Preview is here and I have to say, when it works, it's pretty awesome. While it shows great promise, as this is a very early preview, you should expect to see some bugs, crashes, and quirks that will be fixed in future builds. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-terminal-is-here-in-its-multi-tabbed-console-glory/
The much anticipated Windows Terminal Preview is here and I have to say, when it works, it's pretty awesome. While it shows great promise, as this is a very early preview, you should expect to see some bugs, crashes, and quirks that will be fixed in future builds. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-terminal-is-here-in-its-multi-tabbed-console-glory/
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Windows Terminal Is Here in Its Multi-Tabbed Console Glory
The much anticipated Windows Terminal Preview is here and I have to say, when it works, it's pretty awesome. While it shows great promise, as this is a very early preview, you should expect to see some bugs, crashes, and quirks that will be fixed in future…
Tor Browser 8.5.3 Fixes a Sandbox Escape Vulnerability in Firefox
Tor Browser 8.5.3 has been released to fix a Sandbox Escape vulnerability in Firefox that was recently used as part of a targeted attack against cryptocurrency companies. As this vulnerability is actively being used, it is strongly advised that all Tor users upgrade to the latest version. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/tor-browser-853-fixes-a-sandbox-escape-vulnerability-in-firefox/
Tor Browser 8.5.3 has been released to fix a Sandbox Escape vulnerability in Firefox that was recently used as part of a targeted attack against cryptocurrency companies. As this vulnerability is actively being used, it is strongly advised that all Tor users upgrade to the latest version. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/tor-browser-853-fixes-a-sandbox-escape-vulnerability-in-firefox/
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Tor Browser 8.5.3 Fixes a Sandbox Escape Vulnerability in Firefox
Tor Browser 8.5.3 has been released to fix a Sandbox Escape vulnerability in Firefox that was recently used as part of a targeted attack against cryptocurrency companies. As this vulnerability is actively being used, it is strongly advised that all Tor users…
OpenSSH to Keep Private Keys Encrypted at Rest in RAM
While this precaution is not a complete solution against hardware attacks, it does make it harder for an attacker to achieve success. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/openssh-to-keep-private-keys-encrypted-at-rest-in-ram/
While this precaution is not a complete solution against hardware attacks, it does make it harder for an attacker to achieve success. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/openssh-to-keep-private-keys-encrypted-at-rest-in-ram/
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OpenSSH to Keep Private Keys Encrypted at Rest in RAM
While this precaution is not a complete solution against hardware attacks, it does make it harder for an attacker to achieve success.
TripAdvisor Invalidates Member Passwords Found in Data Breaches
With credential stuffing attacks running rampant, TripAdvisor will invalidate a member's password if their email and password were found in publicly leaked data breach databases. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/tripadvisor-invalidates-member-passwords-found-in-data-breaches/
With credential stuffing attacks running rampant, TripAdvisor will invalidate a member's password if their email and password were found in publicly leaked data breach databases. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/tripadvisor-invalidates-member-passwords-found-in-data-breaches/
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TripAdvisor Invalidates Member Passwords Found in Data Breaches
With credential stuffing attacks running rampant, TripAdvisor will invalidate a member's password if their email and password were found in publicly leaked data breach databases.
U.S. Government Warns of Data Wipers Used in Iranian Cyberattacks
According to a statement by the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, an increase in cyberattacks utilizing destructive wiper tools has been detected targeting U.S. industries and government agencies by Iranian actors or proxies. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/us-government-warns-of-data-wipers-used-in-iranian-cyberattacks/
According to a statement by the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, an increase in cyberattacks utilizing destructive wiper tools has been detected targeting U.S. industries and government agencies by Iranian actors or proxies. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/us-government-warns-of-data-wipers-used-in-iranian-cyberattacks/
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U.S. Government Warns of Data Wipers Used in Iranian Cyberattacks
According to a statement by the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, an increase in cyberattacks utilizing destructive wiper tools has been detected targeting U.S. industries and government agencies by Iranian actors or proxies.
U.S. Sen. Wyden Asks NIST to Create Secure File Sharing Guide
U.S. Senator Ron Wyden sent a letter to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Director Walter G. Copan urging the agency to develop and issue standards as part of a guidance framework for securely sharing sensitive documents over the Internet. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/us-sen-wyden-asks-nist-to-create-secure-file-sharing-guide/
U.S. Senator Ron Wyden sent a letter to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Director Walter G. Copan urging the agency to develop and issue standards as part of a guidance framework for securely sharing sensitive documents over the Internet. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/us-sen-wyden-asks-nist-to-create-secure-file-sharing-guide/
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U.S. Sen. Wyden Asks NIST to Create Secure File Sharing Guide
U.S. Senator Ron Wyden sent a letter to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Director Walter G. Copan urging the agency to develop and issue standards as part of a guidance framework for securely sharing sensitive documents over the Internet.
Beware of Fake John McAfee and Tesla Cryptocurrency Giveaways
A resurgence of scam campaigns that pretend to be Bitcoin and Ethereum giveaways from Tesla, Elon Musk, and John McAfee are underway. These scams rise in popularity as cryptocurrency prices increase. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/beware-of-fake-john-mcafee-and-tesla-cryptocurrency-giveaways/
A resurgence of scam campaigns that pretend to be Bitcoin and Ethereum giveaways from Tesla, Elon Musk, and John McAfee are underway. These scams rise in popularity as cryptocurrency prices increase. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/beware-of-fake-john-mcafee-and-tesla-cryptocurrency-giveaways/
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Beware of Fake John McAfee and Tesla Cryptocurrency Giveaways
A resurgence of scam campaigns that pretend to be Bitcoin and Ethereum giveaways from Tesla, Elon Musk, and John McAfee are underway. These scams rise in popularity as cryptocurrency prices increase.
Cloudflare is Having an Outage Affecting Sites Everywhere
Cloudflare is currently suffering an outage this morning that is affecting web sites around the world. This outage is not affecting all regions and only certain domains, including BleepignComputer, so some of you will be able to see this article and others won't until the issue is resolved. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/technology/cloudflare-is-having-an-outage-affecting-sites-everywhere/
Cloudflare is currently suffering an outage this morning that is affecting web sites around the world. This outage is not affecting all regions and only certain domains, including BleepignComputer, so some of you will be able to see this article and others won't until the issue is resolved. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/technology/cloudflare-is-having-an-outage-affecting-sites-everywhere/
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Cloudflare is Having an Outage Affecting Sites Everywhere
Cloudflare is currently suffering an outage this morning that is affecting web sites around the world. This outage is not affecting all regions and only certain domains, including BleepignComputer, so some of you will be able to see this article and others…
Social Engineering Forum Hacked, Data Shared on Leak Sites
A forum dedicated to social engineering topics was breached about two weeks ago and data from tens of thousands of members leaked online on the very same day of the hack. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/social-engineering-forum-hacked-data-shared-on-leak-sites/
A forum dedicated to social engineering topics was breached about two weeks ago and data from tens of thousands of members leaked online on the very same day of the hack. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/social-engineering-forum-hacked-data-shared-on-leak-sites/
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Social Engineering Forum Hacked, Data Shared on Leak Sites
A forum dedicated to social engineering topics was breached about two weeks ago and data from tens of thousands of members leaked online on the very same day of the hack.
Firefox to Use Windows BITS Service for Background Updates
In the near future Mozilla Firefox will utilize Windows Background Intelligent Transfer Service, or BITS, to download software updates in the background. This is the first step in the eventual release of a standalone "Update Agent" that will perform updates even when the browser is closed. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/firefox-to-use-windows-bits-service-for-background-updates/
In the near future Mozilla Firefox will utilize Windows Background Intelligent Transfer Service, or BITS, to download software updates in the background. This is the first step in the eventual release of a standalone "Update Agent" that will perform updates even when the browser is closed. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/firefox-to-use-windows-bits-service-for-background-updates/
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Firefox to Use Windows BITS Service for Background Updates
In the near future Mozilla Firefox will utilize Windows Background Intelligent Transfer Service, or BITS, to download software updates in the background. This is the first step in the eventual release of a standalone "Update Agent" that will perform updates…
Business Decision Makers Focus on the Wrong Security Issues
Individuals with security roles have a different opinion about the cloud threats organizations should be wary about and defend against than the more practical approaches actually seen in security incidents. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/business-decision-makers-focus-on-the-wrong-security-issues/
Individuals with security roles have a different opinion about the cloud threats organizations should be wary about and defend against than the more practical approaches actually seen in security incidents. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/business-decision-makers-focus-on-the-wrong-security-issues/
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Business Decision Makers Focus on the Wrong Security Issues
Individuals with security roles have a different opinion about the cloud threats organizations should be wary about and defend against than the more practical approaches actually seen in security incidents.
Sodinokibi Ransomware Now Pushed by Exploit Kits and Malvertising
The Sodinokibi Ransomware has been spotted being distributed through malvertising that redirects to the RIG exploit kit. With the use of exploit kits, Sodinokibi is now using a wide stream of vectors to infect victims with the ransomware. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/sodinokibi-ransomware-now-pushed-by-exploit-kits-and-malvertising/
The Sodinokibi Ransomware has been spotted being distributed through malvertising that redirects to the RIG exploit kit. With the use of exploit kits, Sodinokibi is now using a wide stream of vectors to infect victims with the ransomware. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/sodinokibi-ransomware-now-pushed-by-exploit-kits-and-malvertising/
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Sodinokibi Ransomware Now Pushed by Exploit Kits and Malvertising
The Sodinokibi Ransomware has been spotted being distributed through malvertising that redirects to the RIG exploit kit. With the use of exploit kits, Sodinokibi is now using a wide stream of vectors to infect victims with the ransomware.
Windows 10 USB-C Bug Can Cause OS Shutdowns to be Slower
Microsoft has announced that a bug in the Windows 10 1809 USB Type-C Connector System Software Interface (UCSI) software implementation can cause the operating system to shut down slower under certain situations. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-usb-c-bug-can-cause-os-shutdowns-to-be-slower/
Microsoft has announced that a bug in the Windows 10 1809 USB Type-C Connector System Software Interface (UCSI) software implementation can cause the operating system to shut down slower under certain situations. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-usb-c-bug-can-cause-os-shutdowns-to-be-slower/
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Windows 10 USB-C Bug Can Cause OS Shutdowns to be Slower
Microsoft has announced that a bug in the Windows 10 1809 USB Type-C Connector System Software Interface (UCSI) software implementation can cause the operating system to shut down slower under certain situations.
Tesco Hacked on Twitter Spoofs Bill Gates and Pushes BTC Scam
Tesco's Twitter account seems to have fallen into the wrong hands, judging by the account's activity today, and the company is currently in the process of restoring the profile to its previous condition. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/tesco-hacked-on-twitter-spoofs-bill-gates-and-pushes-btc-scam/
Tesco's Twitter account seems to have fallen into the wrong hands, judging by the account's activity today, and the company is currently in the process of restoring the profile to its previous condition. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/tesco-hacked-on-twitter-spoofs-bill-gates-and-pushes-btc-scam/
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Tesco Hacked on Twitter Spoofs Bill Gates and Pushes BTC Scam
Tesco's Twitter account seems to have fallen into the wrong hands, judging by the account's activity today, and the company is currently in the process of restoring the profile to its previous condition.