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ESET researchers have identified multiple samples of two previously unknown Linux backdoors: WolfsBane and FireWood. The goal of the backdoors and tools discovered is cyberespionage that targets sensitive data such as system information, user credentials, and specific files and directories. These tools are designed to maintain persistent access and execute commands stealthily, enabling prolonged intelligence gathering while evading detection. WolfsBane execution chain (Source: ESET) WolfsBane Researchers discovered the WolfsBane samples at VirusTotal, uploaded from Taiwan, … More →

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Lenovo introduced ThinkShield Firmware Assurance as part of its portfolio of enterprise-grade cybersecurity solutions. ThinkShield Firmware Assurance is one of the only computer OEM solutions to enable deep visibility and protection below the operating system (OS) by embracing Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) component-level visibility to generate more accurate and actionable risk management insights. As a security paradigm, ZTA explicitly identifies users and devices to grant appropriate levels of access so a business can operate with … More →

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Owl Cyber Defense Solutions announced the latest release of Owl Talon, which includes integration with a new all-in-one PCIe data diode card – Owl Talon One. The new data diode card will enable Federal agencies and critical infrastructure providers to leverage Commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) PCs or Servers as data diodes. This effectively isolates sensitive systems and eliminates the risk of cyberattacks on vital national assets. The single-card solution – the Owl Talon One – enables up … More →

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Vanta announced a number of new and upcoming products enabling customers to build, demonstrate and enhance their GRC and trust programs. The new offerings include Vanta for Marketplaces to strengthen trust across a company’s entire ecosystem; adaptive scoping; AI-powered chat for Trust Centers; developer-first workflows for faster remediation; and expanded reporting capabilities. The announcements coincide with a number of highlights for the company in 2024: Now continuously monitoring over 92 million resources across customers—from laptops … More →

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Deep Instinct launched Deep Instinct DSX for Cloud Amazon S3. As organizations increasingly rely on the cloud to power their digital transformation, businesses are generating and storing record amounts of data in the cloud. Cybercriminals know this and are leveraging generative AI to create sophisticated malware that evades existing security tools and takes advantage of the “assume breach” mindset. DSX for Cloud enables businesses to protect sensitive data across cloud storage environments by preventing and … More →

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The Computer Emergency Response Team of Ukraine (CERT-UA), part of the State Service of Special Communications and Information Protection (SSSCIP), has joined forces with the simulation training platform Cyber Ranges to unveil TRYZUB, a cyber resilience training and capability development service. TRYZUB primarily protects military, government entities, and critical infrastructure sectors such as energy, healthcare, finance, telecommunications, and education. Its training is designed for military units, law enforcement, government agencies, and operators of essential infrastructure … More →

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Actfore unveiled TRACE (Targeted Retrieval and Automated Content Extraction), an auto-extraction feature to accelerate and improve the accuracy of data mining processes for breach notification list generation. TRACE will be integrated into all future Actfore deployments, underscoring the company’s commitment to delivering innovative, tech-driven solutions for carriers, counsel, and clients. TRACE represents a significant advancement in the extraction of sensitive data elements, eliminating inefficiencies and minimizing the reliance on manual processes. Developed by Actfore’s Innovation … More →

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Human-led penetration testing is an essential practice for any organization seeking to proactively address potential attack vectors. However, this indispensable pentesting method is often limited by several factors: high resource demands, project time constraints, dispersed communication, and lack of continuous visibility into evolving vulnerabilities. Plainsea‘s innovative all-in-one platform addresses these challenges through an augmented penetration testing approach that results in a continuous, streamlined, and collaborative service. Designed for MSSPs and security teams, the platform enables … More →

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The CWE list of the 25 most dangerous software weaknesses demonstrates the currently most common and impactful software flaws. Identifying the root causes of these vulnerabilities provides insights to shape investments, policies, and practices that proactively prevent their occurrence. The CWE top 25 most dangerous software weaknesses list was calculated by analyzing public vulnerability information in Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) Records for CWE root cause mappings. This year’s dataset included 31,770 CVE Records for … More →

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In this Help Net Security interview, Brooke Motta, CEO of RAD Security, talks about how cloud-specific threats have evolved and what companies should be watching out for. She discusses the growing complexity of cloud environments and the importance of real-time detection to protect against increasingly sophisticated attacks. Motta also shares practical advice for SMBs and organizations navigating compliance and cloud security challenges. How have cloud-specific threats evolved over the past few years, and what new … More →

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In this Help Net Security video, Tina Srivastava, MIT Lecturer and CEO of Badge, discusses a 20-year cryptography problem – using biometrics for authentication without storing a face/finger/voice print. This has massive implications for corporate and personal security/privacy because there is nothing for an attacker to steal.

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In 2024, businesses reported taking an average of 7.3 months to recover from cybersecurity breaches – 25% longer than expected and over a month past the anticipated timeline of 5.9 months, according to Fastly. Cybersecurity leaders feel unprepared for future threats Recovery times were even worse for companies that planned on cutting back cybersecurity spending. They faced an average of 68 incidents each – 70% above the average – and their recovery times stretched to … More →

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GitHub is calling on maintainers of open source projects to apply for the newly opened Secure Open Source Fund, to get funding and knowledge to improve the security and sustainability of their software. The program is funded by companies (AmEx Chainguard, Microsoft, 1Password, Shopify, Stripe, etc.), venture funds (e.g., Mayfield Fund) and nonprofits (e.g., the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation). About the program Applicants that get chosen will receive, among other things: $10,000 per project (delivered … More →

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Oracle Linux offers a secure, streamlined platform for deploying and managing applications across on-premises, cloud, and edge environments. Designed for demanding workloads, it includes tools for automation, virtualization, high availability, cloud-native development, Kubernetes, and more. Oracle Linux, 9 Update 5 for the 64-bit Intel and AMD (x86_64) and 64-bit Arm (aarch64) platforms is now generally available. This release is packaged with the following kernel options: Unbreakable Enterprise Kernel (UEK) Release 7 Update 3, 5.15.0-302.167.6 for … More →

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Quantum announces the DXi9200, the latest generation of its flagship DXi9000 Series hybrid (flash + dense disk) data protection appliances, designed for scalable, efficient backup and recovery services for large organizations. With the continuing threat of ransomware attacks, organizations need to take a comprehensive and proactive approach to secure their data and data copies, continuously validate recovery operations, and quickly recover in case of attack. As the industry’s most scalable, feature-rich, and efficient data protection … More →

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Apple has released emergency security updates for macOS Sequoia that fix two zero-day vulnerabilities (CVE-2024-44309, CVE-2024-44308) that “may have been actively exploited on Intel-based Mac systems”. About CVE-2024-44309 and CVE-2024-44308 CVE-2024-44309 affects WebKit, the browser engine used in the Safari web browser and all iOS and iPadOS web browsers, and can be triggered when it’s made to process maliciously crafted web content. It can enable a cross site scripting (XSS) attack. CVE-2024-44308 affects JavaScriptCore – … More →

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ArmorCode announced the growth of its ASPM Platform with the ability to unify AppSec and infrastructure vulnerability management. The continued innovation of Risk-Based Vulnerability Management (RBVM) in ArmorCode empowers security teams to address vulnerabilities across infrastructure, cloud, and applications with enhanced prioritization, automation, asset and remediation workflows, offering organizations a comprehensive approach to manage risk. ArmorCode delivers an independent governance layer that integrates findings from multiple scanning tools, including infrastructure and application security scanners into … More →

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Tanium announced Tanium Cloud Workloads, providing real-time visibility and protection for containerized environments. Through image vulnerability scanning, container run-time inventory, rogue container identification, and Kubernetes policy enforcement, teams across security, IT operations, and DevOps can reduce their attack surface and improve the security posture of containerized workloads whether on premises or in the cloud. As the adoption of containerized workloads increases across organizations, so does the attack surface available to bad actors exploiting their vulnerabilities. … More →

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OpenText unveiled Cloud Editions (CE) 24.4, presenting a suite of transformative advancements in Business Cloud, AI, and Technology to empower the future of AI-driven knowledge work. This release delivers secure, AI-integrated solutions that strengthen data connectivity, streamlines workflows, and enhances human potential—addressing the needs of forward-thinking CIOs and business leaders navigating multi-cloud environments. As multi-cloud strategies become standard practice, enterprises are now leveraging them to enhance flexibility, reduce vendor lock-in, and improve resilience. Seamless data … More →

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Exabeam coolaborates with with Wiz to provide organizations with improved threat detection, investigation, and response (TDIR) capabilities, ensuring a more secure and resilient cloud environment. With its open architecture the Exabeam New-Scale Security Operations Platform supports a best-of-breed ecosystem that includes hundreds of product integrations to accelerate time-to-value and strengthen on-premises and cloud security. “As organizations embrace cloud environments, the surge in cyberattacks is unprecedented, and visibility alone is not enough. Exabeam and Wiz are … More →

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