The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has recently flagged a significant security vulnerability affecting BeyondTrust’s Privileged Remote Access (PRA) and Remote Support (RS) products. This vulnerability, designated as CVE-2024-12356, boasts a critical CVSS score of 9.8 and involves a command injection flaw that could be exploited by malicious actors…
Recent coordinated cyberattacks have disproportionately affected Ukrainian government websites, marked by the deployment of a sophisticated data-wiping malware known as WhisperGate. These incidents are indicative of a widespread malicious campaign targeting the nation’s critical infrastructure, underscoring a serious threat landscape for governmental entities. The Ukrainian Secret Service has confirmed a…
Inclusion of Diverse Needs Lacking in AI Development for Face Verification Recent discussions highlight the significant gap in the development of facial recognition technologies, particularly regarding the inclusion of individuals with disabilities and those with facial differences. Kathleen Bogart, a professor of psychology at Oregon State University and a researcher…
Cybersecurity Alert: The Rising Threat of Stolen Credentials Recent trends in cybercrime highlight the concerning prevalence of stolen account credentials as a primary vector for initial access attacks. A single compromised set of credentials poses significant risks, potentially jeopardizing an entire organization’s network security. The 2023 Verizon Data Breach Investigation…
Data Breach Notification, Data Security, Fraud Management & Cybercrime NCSC Chief Warns Recent Retail Hacks Should Serve as a ‘Wake-Up Call’ for Cybersecurity Professionals Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • October 14, 2025 The National Cyber Security Centre reports a 50% increase in cyber incidents in the UK, with ransomware as the…
Breach News Update: October 15, 2025 In a significant cybersecurity incident reported this week, Kaseya, a leading provider of IT management solutions, has fallen victim to a data breach affecting numerous clients. This attack is part of an ongoing trend where cybercriminals target organizations with robust digital infrastructures, potentially impacting…
Sophos Issues Critical Security Hotfixes for Firewall Vulnerabilities Sophos has recently released crucial security hotfixes addressing three vulnerabilities within its Firewall products. These flaws could potentially be exploited to facilitate remote code execution, granting unauthorized privileged access to attackers under specific conditions, posing significant risks to organizations reliant on these…
A recently identified strain of ransomware, dubbed “White Rabbit,” has emerged, likely linked to the financially motivated threat actor known as FIN8. This malware was reportedly employed in an attack against a U.S.-based local bank in December 2021. According to research by Trend Micro, the technical characteristics of White Rabbit…
Russian Submarine Incident Off French Coast Raises Security Concerns Recently, Russia’s Kilo-class submarine, the Novorossiysk, surfaced near the French coast, prompting the Kremlin to maintain that there was no issue with the vessel. Russian officials asserted that the submarine was merely adhering to maritime rules for navigating the English Channel,…
