Education Sector Hit by Critical PaperCut Vulnerability
The education sector has been struck by a critical vulnerability known as the “PaperCut” exploit, utilized by the Bl00dy Ransomware Gang. As a result, U.S. cybersecurity and intelligence organizations have issued alerts regarding the recent attacks on educational facilities within the…
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Google Launches Entry-Level Cybersecurity Certificate
Google has recently launched an entry-level cybersecurity certificate program aimed at teaching threat detection skills. The six-month program aims to address the rising number of unfilled opportunities in the cybersecurity industry and has no prerequisites. Google has introduced the Google…
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Oracle, Apache, and TP-Link Vulnerabilities Are Being Actively Exploited
Based on evidence of ongoing exploitation, the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has recently included three vulnerabilities in its list of Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV). The identified security flaws are as follows: CVE-2023-1389, has a CVSS grade of 8. –…
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ChatGPT Confirmed Data Breach, Raising Security Issues
When ChatGPT and other chatbots first became widely accessible, there was fear in the cybersecurity community about how AI technology could be used for cyberattacks. However, it didn’t take long for threat actors to find ways to bypass safety checks and utilize ChatGPT to create malicious…
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Google Introduces New Cybersecurity Initiatives to Improve Vulnerability Management
On Thursday, Google unveiled a range of new cybersecurity initiatives aimed at enhancing the vulnerability management ecosystem and promoting greater transparency around exploitation. “While the notoriety of zero-day vulnerabilities typically makes headlines, risks remain even after…
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The Rules of Ransomware Negotiation
If your company has been hit by a ransomware attack, it’s crucial to take a minute to gather your thoughts and stay calm. While it’s natural to feel overwhelmed or anxious, maintaining composure and focus will be essential for effectively managing the situation and making wise decisions…
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See how ChatGPT can be used as a cyber weapon.
ChatGPT has generated a lot of excitement in the tech industry over the last few months, and not all of it has been positive. Now, someone claims to have created powerful data-mining malware in just a few hours utilizing ChatGPT-based prompts. Here’s what we know so far. Who is accountable…
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Zaraza Bot is being sold on Telegram and targets 38 web browsers.
Zaraza bot is a recently discovered malware that is designed to steal user credentials and is actively being sold on Telegram, a popular messaging app that is widely used by cybercriminals for communication and coordination. To make matters worse, the attackers behind the Zaraza bot are using…
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Top 7 Healthcare Sector Cybersecurity Challenges
The healthcare industry faces an alarming rise in cyber security threats, with a 55% increase in the past three years. This trend is largely driven by the high value of patient data and the industry’s low downtime tolerance, making healthcare providers attractive targets for cybercriminals.…
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CISA Issues Warnings Regarding Critical Security Vulnerabilities in Industrial Control Systems
On Tuesday, the United States Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued eight advisories regarding critical flaws in Delta Electronics and Rockwell Automation equipment used in Industrial Control Systems (ICS). InfraSuite Device Master, Delta Electronics’ real-time device…
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