Dozens of US news sites hacked in WastedLocker ransomware attacks
The Evil Corp gang hacked into dozens of US newspaper websites owned by the same company to infect the employees of over 30 major US private firms using fake software update alerts displayed by the malicious SocGholish JavaScript-based framework. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/dozens-of-us-news-sites-hacked-in-wastedlocker-ransomware-attacks/
The Evil Corp gang hacked into dozens of US newspaper websites owned by the same company to infect the employees of over 30 major US private firms using fake software update alerts displayed by the malicious SocGholish JavaScript-based framework. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/dozens-of-us-news-sites-hacked-in-wastedlocker-ransomware-attacks/
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Dozens of US news sites hacked in WastedLocker ransomware attacks
The Evil Corp gang hacked into dozens of US newspaper websites owned by the same company to infect the employees of over 30 major US private firms using fake software update alerts displayed by the malicious SocGholish JavaScript-based framework.
Windows 10 PowerToys 0.19 released in huge stability bug fix
Microsoft has released PowerToys 0.19 in a huge bug fix that aims to increase performance and stability in the tools. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-powertoys-019-released-in-huge-stability-bug-fix/
Microsoft has released PowerToys 0.19 in a huge bug fix that aims to increase performance and stability in the tools. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-powertoys-019-released-in-huge-stability-bug-fix/
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Windows 10 PowerToys 0.19 released in huge stability bug fix
Microsoft has released PowerToys 0.19 in a huge bug fix that aims to increase performance and stability in the tools.
US Govt shares tips on defending against cyberattacks via Tor
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) today issued guidance on how to protect against cyberattacks launched from the activity originating from or routed through the Tor anonymity network. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/us-govt-shares-tips-on-defending-against-cyberattacks-via-tor/
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) today issued guidance on how to protect against cyberattacks launched from the activity originating from or routed through the Tor anonymity network. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/us-govt-shares-tips-on-defending-against-cyberattacks-via-tor/
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US Govt shares tips on defending against cyberattacks via Tor
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) today issued guidance on how to protect against cyberattacks launched from the activity originating from or routed through the Tor anonymity network.
Windows POS malware uses DNS to smuggle stolen credit cards
A Windows Point-of-Sale (POS) malware has been discovered using the DNS protocol to smuggle stolen credit cards to a remote server under attacker's control. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/windows-pos-malware-uses-dns-to-smuggle-stolen-credit-cards/
A Windows Point-of-Sale (POS) malware has been discovered using the DNS protocol to smuggle stolen credit cards to a remote server under attacker's control. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/windows-pos-malware-uses-dns-to-smuggle-stolen-credit-cards/
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Windows POS malware uses DNS to smuggle stolen credit cards
A Windows Point-of-Sale (POS) malware has been discovered using the DNS protocol to smuggle stolen credit cards to a remote server under attacker's control.
TrickBot malware now checks screen resolution to evade analysis
The infamous TrickBot trojan has started to check the screen resolutions of victims to detect whether the malware is running in a virtual machine. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/trickbot-malware-now-checks-screen-resolution-to-evade-analysis/
The infamous TrickBot trojan has started to check the screen resolutions of victims to detect whether the malware is running in a virtual machine. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/trickbot-malware-now-checks-screen-resolution-to-evade-analysis/
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TrickBot malware now checks screen resolution to evade analysis
The infamous TrickBot trojan has started to check the screen resolutions of victims to detect whether the malware is running in a virtual machine.
Federal Reserve shares tips on mitigating synthetic identity fraud
The U.S. Federal Reserve today issued guidance on how financial organizations from the United States can mitigate payment fraud attempts scammers carry out with the help of synthetic identity accounts. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/federal-reserve-shares-tips-on-mitigating-synthetic-identity-fraud/
The U.S. Federal Reserve today issued guidance on how financial organizations from the United States can mitigate payment fraud attempts scammers carry out with the help of synthetic identity accounts. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/federal-reserve-shares-tips-on-mitigating-synthetic-identity-fraud/
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Federal Reserve shares tips on mitigating synthetic identity fraud
The U.S. Federal Reserve today issued guidance on how financial organizations from the United States can mitigate payment fraud attempts scammers carry out with the help of synthetic identity accounts.
Microsoft unveils new Windows 10 Start Menu with theme-aware tiles
Say goodbye to the blocky Window 10 Start Menu tiles with colored backgrounds and hello to partially transparent theme-aware tiles that look so much nicer. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-unveils-new-windows-10-start-menu-with-theme-aware-tiles/
Say goodbye to the blocky Window 10 Start Menu tiles with colored backgrounds and hello to partially transparent theme-aware tiles that look so much nicer. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-unveils-new-windows-10-start-menu-with-theme-aware-tiles/
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Microsoft unveils new Windows 10 Start Menu with theme-aware tiles
Say goodbye to the blocky Window 10 Start Menu tiles with colored backgrounds and hello to partially transparent theme-aware tiles that look so much nicer.
GoldenSpy backdoor installed by tax software gets remotely removed
As soon as security researchers uncovered the activity of GoldenSpy backdoor, the actor behind it fell back and delivered an uninstall tool to remove all traces of the malware. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/goldenspy-backdoor-installed-by-tax-software-gets-remotely-removed/
As soon as security researchers uncovered the activity of GoldenSpy backdoor, the actor behind it fell back and delivered an uninstall tool to remove all traces of the malware. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/goldenspy-backdoor-installed-by-tax-software-gets-remotely-removed/
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GoldenSpy backdoor installed by tax software gets remotely removed
As soon as security researchers uncovered the activity of GoldenSpy backdoor, the actor behind it fell back and delivered an uninstall tool to remove all traces of the malware.
Hundreds arrested after encrypted messaging network takeover
European law enforcement agencies arrested hundreds of suspects in several countries including France, Netherlands, the UK, Norway, and Sweden after infiltrating the EncroChat encrypted mobile communication network used by organized crime groups. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hundreds-arrested-after-encrypted-messaging-network-takeover/
European law enforcement agencies arrested hundreds of suspects in several countries including France, Netherlands, the UK, Norway, and Sweden after infiltrating the EncroChat encrypted mobile communication network used by organized crime groups. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hundreds-arrested-after-encrypted-messaging-network-takeover/
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Hundreds arrested after encrypted messaging network takeover
European law enforcement agencies arrested hundreds of suspects in several countries including France, Netherlands, the UK, Norway, and Sweden after infiltrating the EncroChat encrypted mobile communication network used by organized crime groups.
Researchers link APT15 hackers to Chinese military company
Researchers have linked the APT15 hacking group known for Android spyware apps to a Chinese military company, Xi'an Tian He Defense Technology Co. Ltd. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/researchers-link-apt15-hackers-to-chinese-military-company/
Researchers have linked the APT15 hacking group known for Android spyware apps to a Chinese military company, Xi'an Tian He Defense Technology Co. Ltd. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/researchers-link-apt15-hackers-to-chinese-military-company/
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Researchers link APT15 hackers to Chinese military company
Researchers have linked the APT15 hacking group known for Android spyware apps to a Chinese military company, Xi'an Tian He Defense Technology Co. Ltd.
Microsoft shares Windows 10 2004 workaround for Storage Spaces issue
Microsoft has provided workarounds to help customers partially mitigate the impact of an issue affecting some devices with Parity Storage Spaces configurations after applying the May 2020 Update. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-shares-windows-10-2004-workaround-for-storage-spaces-issue/
Microsoft has provided workarounds to help customers partially mitigate the impact of an issue affecting some devices with Parity Storage Spaces configurations after applying the May 2020 Update. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-shares-windows-10-2004-workaround-for-storage-spaces-issue/
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Microsoft shares Windows 10 2004 workaround for Storage Spaces issue
Microsoft has provided workarounds to help customers partially mitigate the impact of an issue affecting some devices with Parity Storage Spaces configurations after applying the May 2020 Update.
NSA releases guidance on securing IPsec Virtual Private Networks
The US National Security Agency (NSA) has published guidance on how to properly secure IP Security (IPsec) Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) against potential attacks. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/nsa-releases-guidance-on-securing-ipsec-virtual-private-networks/
The US National Security Agency (NSA) has published guidance on how to properly secure IP Security (IPsec) Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) against potential attacks. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/nsa-releases-guidance-on-securing-ipsec-virtual-private-networks/
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NSA releases guidance on securing IPsec Virtual Private Networks
The US National Security Agency (NSA) has published guidance on how to properly secure IP Security (IPsec) Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) against potential attacks.
Windows 10 background image tool can be abused to download malware
A binary in Windows 10 responsible for setting an image for the desktop and lock screen can help attackers download malware on a compromised system without raising the alarm. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/windows-10-background-image-tool-can-be-abused-to-download-malware/
A binary in Windows 10 responsible for setting an image for the desktop and lock screen can help attackers download malware on a compromised system without raising the alarm. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/windows-10-background-image-tool-can-be-abused-to-download-malware/
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Windows 10 background image tool can be abused to download malware
A binary in Windows 10 responsible for setting an image for the desktop and lock screen can help attackers download malware on a compromised system without raising the alarm.
Surge of MongoDB ransom attacks use GDPR as extortion leverage
A flood of attacks is targeting unsecured MongoDB servers and wiping their databases. Left behind are notes demanding a ransom payment, or the data will be leaked, and the owners reported for GDPR violations. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/surge-of-mongodb-ransom-attacks-use-gdpr-as-extortion-leverage/
A flood of attacks is targeting unsecured MongoDB servers and wiping their databases. Left behind are notes demanding a ransom payment, or the data will be leaked, and the owners reported for GDPR violations. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/surge-of-mongodb-ransom-attacks-use-gdpr-as-extortion-leverage/
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Surge of MongoDB ransom attacks use GDPR as extortion leverage
A flood of attacks is targeting unsecured MongoDB servers and wiping their databases. Left behind are notes demanding a ransom payment, or the data will be leaked, and the owners reported for GDPR violations.
Malwarebytes AdwCleaner now removes malware from the command line
The popular AdwCleaner tool from Malwarebytes is about to get even more popular as it now can be used entirely from the command line. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/malwarebytes-adwcleaner-now-removes-malware-from-the-command-line/
The popular AdwCleaner tool from Malwarebytes is about to get even more popular as it now can be used entirely from the command line. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/malwarebytes-adwcleaner-now-removes-malware-from-the-command-line/
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Malwarebytes AdwCleaner now removes malware from the command line
The popular AdwCleaner tool from Malwarebytes is about to get even more popular as it now can be used entirely from the command line.
Microsoft Defender ATP now helps secure network devices
Microsoft Defender Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) can now assess the collective security configuration state of devices on an enterprise network with the help of a new feature dubbed Microsoft Secure Score for Devices. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/microsoft-defender-atp-now-helps-secure-network-devices/
Microsoft Defender Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) can now assess the collective security configuration state of devices on an enterprise network with the help of a new feature dubbed Microsoft Secure Score for Devices. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/microsoft-defender-atp-now-helps-secure-network-devices/
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Microsoft Defender ATP now helps secure network devices
Microsoft Defender Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) can now assess the collective security configuration state of devices on an enterprise network with the help of a new feature dubbed Microsoft Secure Score for Devices.
Windows 10 2004 breaks OneDrive connectivity for some users
Microsoft says that some users might experience OneDrive connectivity issues after updating their devices to Windows 10, version 2004 or enabling Files on Demand in OneDrive. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-2004-breaks-onedrive-connectivity-for-some-users/
Microsoft says that some users might experience OneDrive connectivity issues after updating their devices to Windows 10, version 2004 or enabling Files on Demand in OneDrive. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-2004-breaks-onedrive-connectivity-for-some-users/
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Windows 10 2004 breaks OneDrive connectivity for some users
Microsoft says that some users might experience OneDrive connectivity issues after updating their devices to Windows 10, version 2004 or enabling Files on Demand in OneDrive.
Avaddon ransomware shows that Excel 4.0 macros are still effective
Avaddon ransomware has been spreading this week via an old technique that's making a comeback, Microsoft cautions on Thursday. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/avaddon-ransomware-shows-that-excel-40-macros-are-still-effective/
Avaddon ransomware has been spreading this week via an old technique that's making a comeback, Microsoft cautions on Thursday. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/avaddon-ransomware-shows-that-excel-40-macros-are-still-effective/
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Avaddon ransomware shows that Excel 4.0 macros are still effective
Avaddon ransomware has been spreading this week via an old technique that's making a comeback, Microsoft cautions on Thursday.
F5 patches critical BIG-IP ADC remote code execution vulnerability
F5 Networks (F5) patched a critical remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability found in undisclosed pages of Traffic Management User Interface (TMUI) of the BIG-IP application delivery controller (ADC). [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/f5-patches-critical-big-ip-adc-remote-code-execution-vulnerability/
F5 Networks (F5) patched a critical remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability found in undisclosed pages of Traffic Management User Interface (TMUI) of the BIG-IP application delivery controller (ADC). [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/f5-patches-critical-big-ip-adc-remote-code-execution-vulnerability/
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US Cyber Command urges F5 customers to patch critical BIG-IP flaw
F5 Networks (F5) patched a critical remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability found in undisclosed pages of Traffic Management User Interface (TMUI) of the BIG-IP application delivery controller (ADC).
The Week in Ransomware - July 3rd 2020 - Yes, Macs need antivirus
Many macOS users, including my family and friends, have been under the impression that Macs are not affected by malware and thus do not need security software. After this week, I hope the point is clear; that assumption is wrong, and Macs need antivirus software. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/the-week-in-ransomware-july-3rd-2020-yes-macs-need-antivirus/
Many macOS users, including my family and friends, have been under the impression that Macs are not affected by malware and thus do not need security software. After this week, I hope the point is clear; that assumption is wrong, and Macs need antivirus software. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/the-week-in-ransomware-july-3rd-2020-yes-macs-need-antivirus/
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The Week in Ransomware - July 3rd 2020 - Yes, Macs need antivirus
Many macOS users, including my family and friends, have been under the impression that Macs are not affected by malware and thus do not need security software. After this week, I hope the point is clear; that assumption is wrong, and Macs need antivirus software.