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The integration of human values into AI is a socio-technical challenge, requiring a holistic approach.…
Threat Actor: Unknown | malicious browser extensions Victim: Over 2.6 million users | browser extension users
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Compromised browser extensions can steal sensitive data such as cookies, passwords, and authentication tokens.…
Threat Actor: Various | ransomware attackers Victim: Various | critical infrastructure organizations
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The CIRA database has documented over 2,000 ransomware attacks since 2013, with a significant increase in larger ransom demands.…Threat Actor: ShinyHunters | ShinyHunters Victim: Snowflake | Snowflake
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ShinyHunters exploited a misconfiguration to breach over 165 organizations, emphasizing the importance of proper security measures.…Threat Actor: Flax Typhoon (Chinese state-sponsored) | Flax Typhoon Victim: Cyberhaven | Cyberhaven
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Dozens of Google Chrome extensions were found stealing sensitive data from 2.6 million devices.…Keypoints :
Info stealers are subtle but dangerous threats in the cybersecurity landscape.…Summary: A recent attack campaign has compromised over 25 browser extensions, affecting more than two million users, by injecting malicious code to steal credentials. Organizations are urged to assess their risk exposure and take protective measures against such threats.
Threat Actor: Unknown | unknown Victim: Users of compromised extensions | users of compromised extensions
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Browser extensions are increasingly targeted due to extensive access permissions that can lead to severe data exposure.…### #DataProtectionFail #InsuranceBreach #CyberCompliance
Summary: Two auto insurance companies, GEICO and Travelers, have been fined a total of $11.3 million by New York regulators for inadequate cybersecurity practices that led to the compromise of personal data for over 12,000 residents. The breaches allowed hackers to steal driver license numbers and file fraudulent unemployment claims during the COVID-19 pandemic.…
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PowerHuntShares v2 introduces enhanced functionalities for analyzing SMB shares with excessive privileges, aiding cybersecurity teams in identifying and remediating vulnerabilities. Key features include automated secrets extraction, share similarity scoring, and a new ShareGraph Explorer for visualizing share relationships.Keypoints:
PowerHuntShares is an open-source tool designed to analyze SMB shares with excessive privileges.…Summary: Proofpoint has announced its acquisition of Normalyze, a data security posture management startup, to enhance its capabilities in managing data visibility and control, particularly in the face of human error and complex data ecosystems. This acquisition aims to bolster data protection measures as organizations increasingly adopt cloud, SaaS, and AI technologies.…
Summary: The U.S. State Department has identified six Iranian hackers linked to cyberattacks on U.S. water utilities and is offering a reward for information on their whereabouts. These individuals are associated with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and have previously been sanctioned for targeting critical infrastructure.…
Summary: Sporting events create extensive consumer engagement and interconnected networks that enhance experiences but also introduce significant cybersecurity risks. Businesses and fans must be aware of these vulnerabilities and implement robust strategies to mitigate potential threats during high-activity periods.
Threat Actor: Cybercriminals | cybercriminals Victim: Sporting venues and attendees | sporting venues and attendees
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Sporting events are susceptible to various cyber threats, including DDoS attacks, bot attacks on ticketing, and deceptive Wi-Fi hotspots.…Summary: The U.S. Government Accountability Office has urged the Environmental Protection Agency to develop a strategy to combat increasing cyber threats targeting the nation’s drinking and wastewater systems. The report highlights the vulnerability of water utilities to attacks from state-linked and criminal hackers using advanced malware and ransomware.…
Summary: This content discusses a vulnerability in Rockwell Automation controllers that could compromise the availability of the device.
Threat Actor: N/A
Victim: Rockwell Automation
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The vulnerability, known as Always-Incorrect Control Flow Implementation, affects several Rockwell Automation controllers including ControlLogix, GuardLogix, and CompactLogix. Exploiting this vulnerability could result in a major nonrecoverable fault (MNRF/Assert) and compromise the availability of the device.…Summary: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has been warned by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) for not enacting a risk assessment process to mitigate cyber threats to the agency.
Threat Actor: N/A Victim: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) | Environmental Protection Agency
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The EPA has failed to establish a procedure for assessing vulnerabilities across its operations, leaving the agency exposed to cybersecurity risks.…