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July 2024

SafeBreach Coverage for AA24-190A (APT40)

On July 8th, the Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC), the United States Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), the United States National Security Agency (NSA), the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) along with several international partners issued an urgent advisory outlining a People’s Republic of China (PRC) state-sponsored cyber group targeting Australian and U.S. enterprises.

Scams To Look out for During Amazon Prime Day

In 2023, Amazon Prime Day totaled $12.9 billion in sales in only 48 hours. With limited-time deals, many Amazon users get ready to shop during Prime Day and scammers use this to their advantage. As you get ready to shop, it’s important to be aware of the scams that take place before, during and after this event. Some common scams to look out for during Amazon Prime Day include phishing scams, spoofed Amazon websites and deals from other websites that seem too good to be true.

The Importance of Strong Passwords in 2024

Strong passwords are more important than ever in 2024 because they are the first line of defense against cyber attacks. While some companies have started to introduce passkeys to strengthen and expedite the login process, strong passwords are still needed when creating most accounts. A passkey replaces a username and password and has built-in Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) by design. Strong passwords have been the foundation of any account, and in 2024, they will remain important.

Understanding Prince Ransomware: A Comprehensive Overview

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, ransomware remains a formidable adversary. Among the recent additions to this domain is Prince Ransomware, a sophisticated piece of malware written from scratch in Go. This blog will provide an in-depth look at Prince Ransomware, its unique encryption mechanisms, the process of building and deploying it, and the ethical considerations surrounding its release as an open-source project. What is Prince Ransomware?

Announcing GitLab support: Empower developers to secure everything they code in GitLab

Today, I’m thrilled to announce Jit’s full support for GitLab, which will significantly expand our ability to execute our mission to empower every developer to secure everything they code. This new integration will provide all of the same benefits that we’ve been delivering to our customers on GitHub for years, including: If you’re on GitLab, check out the guidelines below to quickly realize these benefits.

Ransomware Attacks: Held Hostage by Code

Data is among the most valuable assets for companies, making it a prime target for malicious actors. Ransomware attacks that seize data and demand a price for its return have become a significant concern for businesses and individuals. According to the Verizon 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report, about one-third of all breaches involved ransomware or another extortion technique. Here’s everything you need to know about ransomware and how to prevent a successful attack.

How to build and launch an efficient and flexible blockchain payments solution

Your organization has identified a business and revenue opportunity to incorporate blockchain into your offering (or maybe launch a new product line that involves digital assets), and now you’re ready to implement this technology into a product offering. The question now is, “Where do we begin?” Ideally, your team will be working with partners and products that can easily fit into your existing tech stack and operational workflows.

Why and how to perform Telegram monitoring to protect your business

For threat actors, the Telegram app, which emphasizes user privacy, has become a favored hangout. As Dark Reading notes, “The cybercrime ecosystem now not only includes private communications platforms like I2P and Tor but also reaches across clear websites and Telegram channels.” Likewise, the U.S.

Securing AI-Enhanced Applications: Zenity's Role in Low-Code/No-Code Development

The rapid rise of low-code and no-code platforms has democratized application development, enabling even non-technical business users to swiftly create critical business applications. However, this accessibility brings new security challenges, particularly with the integration of AI technologies such as copilots, which are used to automate tasks and enhance functionality within these platforms. Zenity enhances the security of these AI-integrated environments by managing and securing AI copilots.

Polyfill.io Supply Chain Attack: Malicious JavaScript Injection Puts Over 100k Websites At Risk

Polyfill.io helps web developers achieve cross-browser compatibility by automatically managing necessary polyfills. By adding a script tag to their HTML, developers can ensure that features like JavaScript functions, HTML5 elements, and various APIs work across different browsers. Originally developed by Andrew Betts, Polyfill.io injects JavaScript polyfill libraries based on the user agent or other characteristics, streamlining code maintenance.

Uncover the Power of ThreatQ Platform: A Comprehensive Analysis

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, organizations face a growing number of sophisticated threats. To stay ahead, they must leverage advanced threat intelligence solutions that allow organizations to not only provide comprehensive insights but also empower them to act swiftly and decisively against a wide variety of threats and vulnerabilities. Enter ThreatQuotient, a leading player in the digital threat intelligence management space.