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SolarWinds' Head Refuses to Back Down Amid Potential US Regulatory Action over Russian hack

According to an internal email obtained by CNN, the CEO of SolarWinds informed employees on Friday that the company plans to vigorously defend itself against potential legal action from US regulators over its handling of the 2020 breach by alleged Russian hackers.

The Boundaries of Privacy: Social Media, CCTV, and Microphones

In this thought-provoking video, we delve into the realms of privacy and explore what can be monitored on social media, captured on CCTV, and picked up by microphones without explicit consent. We discuss the implications of these surveillance methods on our security and the challenges they pose in preventing terrorism and other threats. While recognizing the need for protective measures like walls and doors, we also question the balance between security and privacy, and whether privacy should be considered a fundamental right. Join the conversation and share your thoughts on this complex and important topic.

Can Someone Access the Passwords Saved in My Browser?

Yes, anyone who has access to your web browser or uses malicious software to hack it will be able to access the passwords saved in your browser. These known security flaws in browser password managers are often ignored because they are convenient to use. However, your passwords are not secure in a browser password manager. Continue reading to learn more about the risks of using browser password managers and what you should use instead.

What Is SCM (Security Configuration Management)?

Attackers always seek the easiest path to get into our systems and compromise data. System misconfigurations and insecure default settings are often the criminals' favorite vectors since these errors allow them easy access to critical systems and data. The rise of misconfiguration errors was primarily driven by cloud data storage implementations deployed without appropriate access controls.

BlackLotus bootkit patch may bring "false sense of security", warns NSA

The NSA has published a guide about how to mitigate against attacks involving the BlackLotus bootkit malware, amid fears that system administrators may not be adequately protected against the threat. The BlackLotus UEFI bootkit made a name for itself in October 2022, when it was seen being sold on cybercrime underground forums for $5,000.

Securing the Web Browser in an Identity-focused Threat Landscape

For more than 30 years, we’ve been living in a world where one of the most widely-used applications is the web browser. Despite being designed primarily for consumer use, browsers have become essential to how enterprises operate – serving as the connective tissue between identities, applications and data. And yet, despite all of the advancements leading to today’s digital and cloud-centric world, one of the least secure applications is … the browser.

MOVEit Supply Chain Attack

On the 31st of May 2023 a public warning was issued by MOVEit, regarding a critical SQL injection vulnerability found in in their systems. This vulnerability allowed malicious actors to gain access to the database. The flaw, known as CVE-2023-34362, was identified on the 2nd of June, but it had already been exploited four days before the alert. By the end of May, approximately 2,500 instances of MOVEit file transfers were discovered to be exposed online, primarily in the United States.

Deep Dive into GOOTLOADER Malware and Its Infection Chain

Kroll has analyzed incidents throughout Q1 2023 where drive-by compromise was the initial infection vector for GOOTLOADER malware. It is likely that the threat actors are utilizing SEO to drive individuals to either their own malicious website or to infected WordPress sites. These sites are then used to host documents that would be attractive to employees within the legal and professional services sectors.

What is Key Attestation for Code Signing Certificates?

A lot has changed in the world of Code Signing since the month of June. And you must be curious about it too! The blog will explain key attestation, supporting hardware, and the pros and cons of using this method to deliver code signing certificates. New guidelines for distributing code signing certificates went into effect on June 1, 2023, to increase security. One of the most significant improvements requires the delivery of certificates using safe Hardware Security Modules (HSMs.