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Security experts weigh in on Microsoft Azure security holes
Public Cloud

Security experts weigh in on Microsoft Azure security holes

The vulnerabilities currently putting Azure customers at risk are just the latest in a staggering number of crippling threats in internet software.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Sep 2021
HackerOne unveils sweeping product expansion, including vulnerability ranking table
Cybersecurity

HackerOne unveils sweeping product expansion, including vulnerability ranking table

HackerOne introduces new features for its security intelligence services, including a worldwide top 10 ranking table and CVE Exploitation Index.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Sep 2021
Microsoft Azure alert for authentication bypass vulnerability in Linux products
Firewalls

Microsoft Azure alert for authentication bypass vulnerability in Linux products

A patch is currently available for this vulnerability, however many sysadmins are potentially unaware they have the OMI product installed and are at risk. .

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Sep 2021
Patch management, robust password policies vital in reducing risk of cyberattacks
Kaspersky

Patch management, robust password policies vital in reducing risk of cyberattacks

More than half of cyberattacks start with password brute force and vulnerability exploitation, according to new research by Kaspersky.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Sep 2021
Microsoft's Patch Tuesday announcement 'alarming'
Cybersecurity

Microsoft's Patch Tuesday announcement 'alarming'

Microsoft's recent security updates have revealed alarming vulnerabilities, warns cybersecurity company Virsec.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Sep 2021
Apple urgently patches exploits across several operating systems
Cybersecurity

Apple urgently patches exploits across several operating systems

Apple has urgently released patches for multiple software products due to vulnerabilities that may be linked to the Pegasus spyware.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Sep 2021
WhatsApp security vulnerability could have exploited two billions users
Cybersecurity

WhatsApp security vulnerability could have exploited two billions users

Security vulnerability in WhatsApp's image filter function could have affected over two billion users worldwide. Users advised to update their apps.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 6th Sep 2021
What are the top five threats to financial services orgs? Imperva investigates
Fintech

What are the top five threats to financial services orgs? Imperva investigates

Web application attacks on the financial services sector have increased by 38% between January and May 2021, with COVID-19 playing a role. .

By Catherine Knowles • 7 min read • Mon, 23rd Aug 2021
BlackBerry releases Jarvis 2.0 the latest edition of its flagship analysis tool
Software-as-a-Service

BlackBerry releases Jarvis 2.0 the latest edition of its flagship analysis tool

BlackBerry has released BlackBerry Jarvis 2.0, the latest edition of its flagship software composition analysis tool.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 2 min read • Thu, 29th Jul 2021
Rise in hacking tool downloads as cybercrime becomes 'more organised than ever'
Cybersecurity

Rise in hacking tool downloads as cybercrime becomes 'more organised than ever'

Cybercrime activity has increased, with a 65% rise in the use of hacking tools, according to the latest global Threat Insights Report from HP.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 28th Jul 2021
Interview: Infosys CISO Vishal Salvi on cybersecurity and Cyber Defence Centres
Cybersecurity

Interview: Infosys CISO Vishal Salvi on cybersecurity and Cyber Defence Centres

We spoke to CISO Vishal Salvi to learn more about the company's approach to cybersecurity and what it means for customers.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Thu, 22nd Jul 2021
Nearly a quarter of exploits sold on the cybercriminal underground are more than three years old
Cybersecurity

Nearly a quarter of exploits sold on the cybercriminal underground are more than three years old

Nearly a quarter of exploits for sale in underground forums are over three years old, according to a report by cybersecurity firm Trend Micro.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 15th Jul 2021
Cyber incidents on the rise as ransomware accounts for two thirds of all malware attacks
Malware

Cyber incidents on the rise as ransomware accounts for two thirds of all malware attacks

Ransomware makes up two-thirds of all malware attacks, as cyber incidents continue to rise, according to Positive Technologies.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Jul 2021
Kaspersky Password Manager could be 'bruteforced in seconds'
Cybersecurity

Kaspersky Password Manager could be 'bruteforced in seconds'

As people and enterprises put their trust in password managers to secure their accounts, even well-built password managers can be fatally flawed.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Jul 2021
SonicWall vulnerability allows attackers to obtain full control of device and underlying OS
Cybersecurity

SonicWall vulnerability allows attackers to obtain full control of device and underlying OS

Positive Technologies reveals critical vulnerability in SonicWall Network Security Manager, allowing authenticated attackers full control.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Jul 2021
Vulnerabilities discovered in Cisco IT infrastructure deployment solution
Disaster Recovery

Vulnerabilities discovered in Cisco IT infrastructure deployment solution

Researchers at Positive Technologies have discovered three vulnerabilities in Cisco HyperFlex HX that could disrupt enterprise operations.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 23rd Jun 2021
The most common attack surface trends by company location, size, and industry
Hybrid & Remote Work

The most common attack surface trends by company location, size, and industry

A new report identifies the most common attack surface trends by geography and company size and highlights industries most vulnerable.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Jun 2021
Trickbot takes over from Dridex as most prevalent malware
Malware

Trickbot takes over from Dridex as most prevalent malware

Established Dridex trojan has dropped off altogether after being one of the most popular malwares in recent months amidst a global surge in ransomware.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 11th Jun 2021
Defence engineering and threat intel — no stone left unturned
Security Information and Event Management

Defence engineering and threat intel — no stone left unturned

Understanding the limitations of defences requires examining how blocking and detection systems leverage cyber threat intelligence.

By Anthony Stitt • 5 min read • Thu, 27th May 2021