Highly Evolved Skinner Adware Found on the Google Play Store
Security researchers have spotted a new mobile adware family targeting Android devices, and yet again, an app infected with this threat managed to make its way into the Google Play Store. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/highly-evolved-skinner-adware-found-on-the-google-play-store/
Security researchers have spotted a new mobile adware family targeting Android devices, and yet again, an app infected with this threat managed to make its way into the Google Play Store. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/highly-evolved-skinner-adware-found-on-the-google-play-store/
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Highly Evolved Skinner Adware Found on the Google Play Store
Security researchers have spotted a new mobile adware family targeting Android devices, and yet again, an app infected with this threat managed to make its way into the Google Play Store.
Nearly 200,000 WiFi Cameras Open to Hacking Right Now
What started as an analysis of a simple security flaw in a random wireless IP camera turned into seven vulnerabilities that affect over 1,250 camera models and expose nearly 200,000 cameras to hacking. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/nearly-200-000-wifi-cameras-open-to-hacking-right-now/
What started as an analysis of a simple security flaw in a random wireless IP camera turned into seven vulnerabilities that affect over 1,250 camera models and expose nearly 200,000 cameras to hacking. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/nearly-200-000-wifi-cameras-open-to-hacking-right-now/
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Nearly 200,000 WiFi Cameras Open to Hacking Right Now
What started as an analysis of a simple security flaw in a random wireless IP camera turned into seven vulnerabilities that affect over 1,250 camera models and expose nearly 200,000 cameras to hacking.
Nearly 200,000 WiFi Cameras Open to Hacking Right Now
What started as an analysis of a simple security flaw in a random wireless IP camera turned into seven vulnerabilities that affect over 1,250 camera models and expose nearly 200,000 cameras to hacking. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/nearly-200-000-wifi-cameras-open-to-hacking-right-now/
What started as an analysis of a simple security flaw in a random wireless IP camera turned into seven vulnerabilities that affect over 1,250 camera models and expose nearly 200,000 cameras to hacking. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/nearly-200-000-wifi-cameras-open-to-hacking-right-now/
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Nearly 200,000 WiFi Cameras Open to Hacking Right Now
What started as an analysis of a simple security flaw in a random wireless IP camera turned into seven vulnerabilities that affect over 1,250 camera models and expose nearly 200,000 cameras to hacking.
Nearly 200,000 WiFi Cameras Open to Hacking Right Now
What started as an analysis of a simple security flaw in a random wireless IP camera turned into seven vulnerabilities that affect over 1,250 camera models and expose nearly 200,000 cameras to hacking. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/nearly-200-000-wifi-cameras-open-to-hacking-right-now/
What started as an analysis of a simple security flaw in a random wireless IP camera turned into seven vulnerabilities that affect over 1,250 camera models and expose nearly 200,000 cameras to hacking. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/nearly-200-000-wifi-cameras-open-to-hacking-right-now/
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Nearly 200,000 WiFi Cameras Open to Hacking Right Now
What started as an analysis of a simple security flaw in a random wireless IP camera turned into seven vulnerabilities that affect over 1,250 camera models and expose nearly 200,000 cameras to hacking.
Over a Third of Websites Use Outdated and Vulnerable JavaScript Libraries
More than a third of the websites you visit online may include an outdated JavaScript library that's vulnerable to one or more security flaws. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/over-a-third-of-websites-use-outdated-and-vulnerable-javascript-libraries/
More than a third of the websites you visit online may include an outdated JavaScript library that's vulnerable to one or more security flaws. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/over-a-third-of-websites-use-outdated-and-vulnerable-javascript-libraries/
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Over a Third of Websites Use Outdated and Vulnerable JavaScript Libraries
More than a third of the websites you visit online may include an outdated JavaScript library that's vulnerable to one or more security flaws.
New Cerber Ransomware Variant Released That Keeps Original Filename
A new version of the Cerber Ransomware was released today that deviates from its normal course of encrypting not only a file, but the filename as well. This version will now keep the file name the same, but only append a random extension to the encrypted files. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-cerber-ransomware-variant-released-that-keeps-original-filename/
A new version of the Cerber Ransomware was released today that deviates from its normal course of encrypting not only a file, but the filename as well. This version will now keep the file name the same, but only append a random extension to the encrypted files. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-cerber-ransomware-variant-released-that-keeps-original-filename/
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New Cerber Ransomware Variant Released That Keeps Original Filename
A new version of the Cerber Ransomware was released today that deviates from its normal course of encrypting not only a file, but the filename as well. This version will now keep the file name the same, but only append a random extension to the encrypted…
Google Chrome 57 Released with WebAssembly Support, 36 Security Fixes
Version 57 of the Google Chrome for Android, Chrome OS, Linux, Mac, and Windows is available for download, or update, using the browser's built-in update feature. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/google-chrome-57-released-with-webassembly-support-36-security-fixes/
Version 57 of the Google Chrome for Android, Chrome OS, Linux, Mac, and Windows is available for download, or update, using the browser's built-in update feature. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/google-chrome-57-released-with-webassembly-support-36-security-fixes/
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Google Chrome 57 Released with WebAssembly Support, 36 Security Fixes
Version 57 of the Google Chrome for Android, Chrome OS, Linux, Mac, and Windows is available for download, or update, using the browser's built-in update feature.
Researchers Break MAC Address Randomization and Track 100% of Test Devices
For many years, MAC Address Randomization was slated as the next big thing for protecting user privacy on the modern Internet. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/researchers-break-mac-address-randomization-and-track-100-percent-of-test-devices/
For many years, MAC Address Randomization was slated as the next big thing for protecting user privacy on the modern Internet. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/researchers-break-mac-address-randomization-and-track-100-percent-of-test-devices/
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Researchers Break MAC Address Randomization and Track 100% of Test Devices
For many years, MAC Address Randomization was slated as the next big thing for protecting user privacy on the modern Internet.
ISP Blocks TeamViewer Because of Tech Support Scammers
TalkTalk, a UK-based Internet service provider, has temporarily banned TeamViewer and other similar remote control software programs, citing security issues related to increased scam operations. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/isp-blocks-teamviewer-because-of-tech-support-scammers/
TalkTalk, a UK-based Internet service provider, has temporarily banned TeamViewer and other similar remote control software programs, citing security issues related to increased scam operations. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/isp-blocks-teamviewer-because-of-tech-support-scammers/
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ISP Blocks TeamViewer Because of Tech Support Scammers
TalkTalk, a UK-based Internet service provider, has temporarily banned TeamViewer and other similar remote control software programs, citing security issues related to increased scam operations.
Windows Insider Build 15055 Released for PC and Mobile
Today Microsoft released Insider Preview Build 15055 to PC and Mobile insiders on the fast ring, Like the previous release, this release focuses on fixing bugs and does not provide any new features. Of particular note, are the resolution of installation issues that people were experiencing in previous builds. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-insider-build-15055-released-for-pc-and-mobile/
Today Microsoft released Insider Preview Build 15055 to PC and Mobile insiders on the fast ring, Like the previous release, this release focuses on fixing bugs and does not provide any new features. Of particular note, are the resolution of installation issues that people were experiencing in previous builds. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-insider-build-15055-released-for-pc-and-mobile/
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Windows Insider Build 15055 Released for PC and Mobile
Today Microsoft released Insider Preview Build 15055 to PC and Mobile insiders on the fast ring, Like the previous release, this release focuses on fixing bugs and does not provide any new features. Of particular note, are the resolution of installation issues…
Credit Card Stealer Disguises as Google Chrome Browser
A new malicious application tries to disguise itself as the Google Chrome browser to fool victims into entering their payment card details. The app is still active at the time of writing and sends collected user details to an AOL email address. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/credit-card-stealer-disguises-as-google-chrome-browser/
A new malicious application tries to disguise itself as the Google Chrome browser to fool victims into entering their payment card details. The app is still active at the time of writing and sends collected user details to an AOL email address. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/credit-card-stealer-disguises-as-google-chrome-browser/
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Credit Card Stealer Disguises as Google Chrome Browser
A new malicious application tries to disguise itself as the Google Chrome browser to fool victims into entering their payment card details. The app is still active at the time of writing and sends collected user details to an AOL email address.
Android Patched to Protect Users from Getting Hacked via Headphones Connector
The Android Security Bulletin for March 2017 contains a unique bugfix for a security flaw exploitable via the headphones audio connector that could be leveraged to leak data from the device, break ASLR, reset phones to factory settings, or even access the Android HBOOT bootloader. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/android-patched-to-protect-users-from-getting-hacked-via-headphones-connector/
The Android Security Bulletin for March 2017 contains a unique bugfix for a security flaw exploitable via the headphones audio connector that could be leveraged to leak data from the device, break ASLR, reset phones to factory settings, or even access the Android HBOOT bootloader. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/android-patched-to-protect-users-from-getting-hacked-via-headphones-connector/
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Android Patched to Protect Users from Getting Hacked via Headphones Connector
The Android Security Bulletin for March 2017 contains a bugfix for a unique security flaw exploitable via the headphones audio connector that could be leveraged to leak data from the device, break ASLR, reset phones to factory settings, or even access the…
The Week in Ransomware - March 10th 2017 - Spora, Cerber, and Technical Writeups
Another week and a lot more crappy ransomware released. Of particular interest is that Cerber no longer encrypts filenames, Emsisoft released a CryptON decryptor, and lots of really good technical writeups about ransomware. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/the-week-in-ransomware-march-10th-2017-spora-cerber-and-technical-writeups/
Another week and a lot more crappy ransomware released. Of particular interest is that Cerber no longer encrypts filenames, Emsisoft released a CryptON decryptor, and lots of really good technical writeups about ransomware. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/the-week-in-ransomware-march-10th-2017-spora-cerber-and-technical-writeups/
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The Week in Ransomware - March 10th 2017 - Spora, Cerber, and Technical Writeups
Another week and a lot more crappy ransomware released. Of particular interest is that Cerber no longer encrypts filenames, Emsisoft released a CryptON decryptor, and lots of really good technical writeups about ransomware.
Android Adware and Ransomware Found Preinstalled on High-End Smartphones
Two companies have discovered that someone had covertly installed malware on 38 devices used by their employees. According to security firm Check Point, the installation of the malicious apps took place somewhere along the supply chain, after phones left the manufacturer's factory and before they arrived at the two companies. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/android-adware-and-ransomware-found-preinstalled-on-high-end-smartphones/
Two companies have discovered that someone had covertly installed malware on 38 devices used by their employees. According to security firm Check Point, the installation of the malicious apps took place somewhere along the supply chain, after phones left the manufacturer's factory and before they arrived at the two companies. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/android-adware-and-ransomware-found-preinstalled-on-high-end-smartphones/
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Android Adware and Ransomware Found Preinstalled on High-End Smartphones
Two companies have discovered that someone had covertly installed malware on 38 devices used by their employees. According to security firm Check Point, the installation of the malicious apps took place somewhere along the supply chain, after phones left…
Intel Security (McAfee) Releases Rootkit Scanner Following Vault 7 CIA Leak
Intel Security, soon to be rebranded as McAfee again, released on Wednesday a scanner that can identify hidden EFI firmware rootkits. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/intel-security-mcafee-releases-rootkit-scanner-following-vault-7-cia-leak/
Intel Security, soon to be rebranded as McAfee again, released on Wednesday a scanner that can identify hidden EFI firmware rootkits. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/intel-security-mcafee-releases-rootkit-scanner-following-vault-7-cia-leak/
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Intel Security (McAfee) Releases Rootkit Scanner Following Vault 7 CIA Leak
Intel Security, soon to be rebranded as McAfee again, released on Wednesday a scanner that can identify hidden EFI firmware rootkits.
This Device Works as a Firewall for Your USB Ports
The USG is an USB attachment that allows users to connect USB flash drives and other USB devices to their computer without any of the risks. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/hardware/this-device-works-as-a-firewall-for-your-usb-ports/
The USG is an USB attachment that allows users to connect USB flash drives and other USB devices to their computer without any of the risks. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/hardware/this-device-works-as-a-firewall-for-your-usb-ports/
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This Device Works as a Firewall for Your USB Ports
The USG is an USB attachment that allows users to connect USB flash drives and other USB devices to their computer without any of the risks.
Millions of Smart Meters May Over-Inflate Readings by up to 600%
Lab tests carried out by Dutch scientists have shown that some of today's "smart" electrical meters may give out false readings that in some cases can be 582% higher than actual energy consumption. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/hardware/millions-of-smart-meters-may-over-inflate-readings-by-up-to-600-percent/
Lab tests carried out by Dutch scientists have shown that some of today's "smart" electrical meters may give out false readings that in some cases can be 582% higher than actual energy consumption. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/hardware/millions-of-smart-meters-may-over-inflate-readings-by-up-to-600-percent/
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Millions of Smart Meters May Over-Inflate Readings by up to 600%
Lab tests carried out by Dutch scientists have shown that some of today's "smart" electrical meters may give out false readings that in some cases can be 582% higher than actual energy consumption.
"Super Malware" Steals Encryption Keys from Intel SGX Enclaves
In a research paper published at the end of February, a team of five scientists from the Graz University of Technology has described a novel method of leaking data from SGX enclaves, a secure environment created by Intel CPUs for storing sensitive information for each process, such as encryption keys, passwords, and other. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/hardware/-super-malware-steals-encryption-keys-from-intel-sgx-enclaves/
In a research paper published at the end of February, a team of five scientists from the Graz University of Technology has described a novel method of leaking data from SGX enclaves, a secure environment created by Intel CPUs for storing sensitive information for each process, such as encryption keys, passwords, and other. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/hardware/-super-malware-steals-encryption-keys-from-intel-sgx-enclaves/
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"Super Malware" Steals Encryption Keys from Intel SGX Enclaves
In a research paper published at the end of February, a team of five scientists from the Graz University of Technology has described a novel method of leaking data from SGX enclaves, a secure environment created by Intel CPUs for storing sensitive information…
University Expels Student After Hacking Professors' Emails
A young student at the Technion Institute of Technology in Haifa, Israel was expelled this past week after the University discovered he hacked into the email inboxes of several of his professors. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/university-expels-student-after-hacking-professors-emails/
A young student at the Technion Institute of Technology in Haifa, Israel was expelled this past week after the University discovered he hacked into the email inboxes of several of his professors. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/university-expels-student-after-hacking-professors-emails/
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University Expels Student After Hacking Professors' Emails
A young student at the Technion Institute of Technology in Haifa, Israel was expelled this past week after the University discovered he hacked into the email inboxes of several of his professors.
New macOS Proton RAT Available for Sale on Russian Hacking Forum
A new remote access tool (RAT) targeting macOS users is currently being advertised on Russian underground hacking forums, a custom website, and through YouTube videos, security researchers from Sixgill have discovered. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-macos-proton-rat-available-for-sale-on-russian-hacking-forum/
A new remote access tool (RAT) targeting macOS users is currently being advertised on Russian underground hacking forums, a custom website, and through YouTube videos, security researchers from Sixgill have discovered. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-macos-proton-rat-available-for-sale-on-russian-hacking-forum/
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New macOS Proton RAT Available for Sale on Russian Hacking Forum
A new remote access tool (RAT) targeting macOS users is currently being advertised on Russian underground hacking forums, a custom website, and through YouTube videos, security researchers from Sixgill have discovered.