Microsoft is an organization that provides services across the globe, with over 1.4 billion existing users. With many such users and a huge array of services being provided, there is a high chance of security issues. The zero-day vulnerability that cyber attackers nicknamed “DogWalk” has become an enormous concern for Microsoft as there is no official patch available for it yet, and the extent of compromise using the vulnerability is unclear. (more…)
Since cyberattacks are a challenge we are constantly battling against, it is important to be updated with the latest cybersecurity recommendations and patches released by organizations worldwide. The following are this week’s most significant cyber news headlines:(more…)
The Internet is a vast place. It is estimated that there areclose to 2 billion websites online in 2022. Each of these websites has a unique hostname, or ‘domain’, that can be resolved into an IP address.(more…)
This week’s cybersecurity headlines highlight that ransomware actors are constantly evolving, and the shutting down of a few ransomware groups is certainly not an indicator of their overall submersion. To bring more clarity to this, here are the major cybersecurity headlines: (more…)
There is a critical issue with Atlassian in the form of a remote execution code, a vulnerability that is impacting the Confluence Server and Data Center. The flaw, referred to as the CVE-2022-26134, was first discovered by Australia’s Volexity. (more…)
Microsoft recently discovered high-severity vulnerabilities in a mobile framework owned by mce Systems and used by several large mobile service providers. These vulnerabilities are likely to be attack vectors for attackers to access system configurations and sensitive information. (more…)
Cyber adversaries are constantly looking for vulnerabilities in security systems. As such, adopting cybersecurity measures is vital for keeping our organizations’ information assets secure. The following are this week’s major headlines to help you plan your security moves better: (more…)
According to Paul Maddinson, NCSC director of national resilience and strategy, the new Email Security Check tool aims to assist users in discovering where they can do more to avoid spoofing and preserve privacy and provide practical advice on how to stay safe. Moreover, by implementing the recommended activities, organizations may strengthen their defenses, demonstrate that they are taking security seriously, and make life more difficult for cyber thieves. (more…)
Staying informed about the latest cybersecurity happenings in the industry is important for protecting our organizations against harmful attack vectors. The following are this week’s major cybersecurity news headlines: (more…)
It’s often said that understanding is half the battle. This is especially true with modern cybersecurity threats like SQL injection vulnerabilities.(more…)
With cybercrime estimated to cost the world $10.5 trillion per year by 2025, up from $3 trillion a decade ago and $6 trillion in 2021, the security landscape requires a boost. Thus, Microsoft has announced the expansion of its existing service capabilities under a new service category called Microsoft Security Experts. (more…)
With emerging technologies, malicious actors are also updating their threat vectors and coming up with novel ways to target individuals and organizations. Following are the cybersecurity news headlines this week (more…)
Are you having issues with email bounce-backs and returning emails? You probably know just how annoying this can be. We all want to send out emails without having them returned.
Today, we will talk about returning emails to help you understand what causes them, how they work, and what you can do to prevent them. (more…)
The risk of personal data getting misused has become more and more at risk with each passing day. Health reports can be divulged, financial details can be stolen, and contact information can be taken advantage of by marketers. These are just some of the ways people’s online information can be jeopardized. (more…)
The Microsoft Exchange Server is the software with the highest vulnerabilities in 2021. The revelation by CISA (Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency) was published on the 27th and co-authored by the cybersecurity authorities of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK, and the US. (more…)
In recent years, advancements in technology have completely altered the ways in which we live our lives. We can now connect to anyone, anywhere, instantly. We can purchase any product that we want without even leaving the comfort of our homes. As the world becomes more technologically dependent, however, businesses must also adapt. (more…)
The EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) defines sensitive data as any material that discloses a data subject’s information that is mostly protected and, in general, cannot be processed. Sensitive data includes a subject’s race/ethnicity, health (mental) condition, religious beliefs, political ideologies, biometric data, genetic data, and trade union memberships. (more…)
Cyberattacks are on the rise and this week’s security headlines cover the major security updates from across the globe. Here are the top cybersecurity headlines this week: (more…)
Recently, the North Korean cyberattack group, Lazarus, has been launching cyberattacks targeted at stealing cryptocurrencies laundered to North Korea. These attacks have been going on since 2020; more recently, they have alerted the U.S. government, FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation), and CISA (Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency). Here’s everything you need to know about the cybersecurity threat. (more…)
Cybersecurity headlines this week contain threat warnings from law enforcement and security organizations. Being updated on such advisories is essential for organizations to keep threat actors away. Here are the most important cyber headlines this week: (more…)
