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CrowdStrike

Malicious Inauthentic Falcon Crash Reporter Installer Delivers LLVM-Based Mythic C2 Agent Named Ciro

Jul 30, 2024 By Counter Adversary Operations In CrowdStrike
On July 24, 2024, an unattributed threat actor distributed a password-protected installer masquerading as an inauthentic Falcon Crash Reporter Installer to a German entity in an unattributed spear-phishing attempt. Subsequent analysis revealed that executing the installer with the threat actor-provided password leads to a novel execution chain in which an agent written to the Mythic command-and-control (C2)1 framework is executed as LLVM Intermediate Representation (IR) bitcode.
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tripwire

Re-Extortion: How Ransomware Gangs Re-Victimize Victims

Jul 30, 2024 By Kirsten Doyle In Tripwire
Ransomware has evolved significantly since its inception. Initially, these attacks were relatively simple: malware would encrypt a victim's files, and the attacker would demand a ransom for the decryption key. However, as cybersecurity measures improved, so did ransomware gangs' tactics. Modern ransomware attacks often involve sophisticated techniques such as data exfiltration, where attackers steal sensitive information before encrypting it.
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Snyk

Preventing SQL injection in C# with Entity Framework

Jul 30, 2024 By Brian Vermeer In Snyk
SQL injection (SQLi) is one of the most severe security vulnerabilities in web applications. It occurs when an attacker is able to manipulate the SQL queries executed by an application by injecting malicious SQL code into user input fields. SQLi can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, data corruption, or even complete control over the database server.
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securitysenses

5 Genuine Reasons - Why Mergers & Acquisitions Need Virtual Data Rooms

Jul 30, 2024 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
Virtual data rooms (VDRs) are revolutionizing merger and acquisition operations. They enable all parties involved - buyers, sellers, and intermediaries - to access, exchange, and analyze large amounts of information quickly and efficiently. This not only speeds up the transaction process but also increases its overall value. All transaction participants have access to a secure place to request, share, organize, and store thousands of confidential documents when using a virtual M&A data room.
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securitysenses

Safeguarding Sensitive Data in the Age of AI: Tips for Using ChatGPT and Similar Generative AI Tools

Jul 30, 2024 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
Learn key strategies for protecting sensitive data when using ChatGPT and other generative AI tools. Discover best practices for compliance, access control, and system updates to ensure data security.
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outpost 24

Outpost24 Launches AI Domain Discovery in External Attack Surface Management

Jul 29, 2024 By Outpost 24 In Outpost 24
Outpost24 is pleased to announce the integration of a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) assistant into its Exposure Management Platform. This groundbreaking AI Domain Discovery feature enables Outpost24 customers to effortlessly identify domains belonging to their organization, significantly improving the speed and accuracy of domain ownership and classification.
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manageengine

Dark web monitoring as your early warning system for insider threats

Jul 29, 2024 By Log360 In ManageEngine
According to the 2023 Insider Threat Report by Cybersecurity Insiders, 74% of organizations are at least moderately vulnerable to insider threats. This statistic underscores a critical issue: Insider threats are notoriously difficult to detect because they originate from individuals with authorized access and intimate knowledge of your systems. While traditional security measures focus on external threats, they often fall short when it comes to spotting insider threats.
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boxyhq

What is a SaaS Starter Kit? 5 Things to Consider Before Choosing One

Jul 29, 2024 By Sama - Carlos Samame In BoxyHQ
In the fast-paced world of software-as-a-service (SaaS) development, speed and efficiency are crucial. This is where a SaaS Starter Kit comes into play. But what exactly is a SaaS Starter Kit, how does it work, and why do you need one? Let’s delve into these questions and explore five critical factors to consider when selecting the right Starter Kit for your project.
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tripwire

Navigating PCI DSS 4.0: Your Guide to Compliance Success

Jul 29, 2024 By Kirsten Doyle In Tripwire
The transition to PCI DSS 4.0 is here. The transition period from PCI DSS 3.2 ended on March 31, 2024, so businesses in all sectors must focus on aligning their practices with the new requirements. This blog will guide you through the key points discussed by PCI experts Steven Sletten and Jeff Hall in a recent webinar held by Fortra on "PCI 4.0 is Here: Your Guide to Navigating Compliance Success.".
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Arctic Wolf

CVE-2024-6327: Critical RCE Vulnerability in Progress Telerik Report Server

Jul 29, 2024 By Andres Ramos In Arctic Wolf
On July 24, 2024, Progress published a knowledge base article disclosing a critical vulnerability (CVE-2024-6327) impacting Telerik Report Server, a product by Progress designed for streamlined report management within organizations. This vulnerability can lead to remote code execution (RCE) due to the deserialization of untrusted data. Arctic Wolf has not identified a publicly accessible proof of concept (PoC) exploit or active exploitation of this vulnerability. However, most notably.
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