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Microsoft Fixes Three Zero-Days in May Patch Tuesday
Microsoft has released patches for three zero-day vulnerabilities including two actively exploited in the wild Read More
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Patch Tuesday, May 2024 Edition
Microsoft today released updates to fix more than 60 security holes in Windows computers and supported software, including two “zero-day” vulnerabilities in Windows that are already being exploited in active attacks. There are also important security patches available for macOS and Adobe users, and for the Chrome Web browser, which just patched its own zero-day…
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Data Breaches in US Schools Exposed 37.6M Records
Comparitech said 2023 was a record year for breaches with 954 reported, up from 139 in 2022 and 783 in 2021 Read More
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Upcoming Speaking Engagements
This is a current list of where and when I am scheduled to speak: I’m giving a webinar via Zoom on Wednesday, May 22, at 11:00 AM ET. The topic is “Should the USG Establish a Publicly Funded AI Option?“ The list is maintained on this page. Read More
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Ebury Botnet Operators Diversify with Financial and Crypto Theft
The 15-year-old Ebury botnet is more active than ever, as ESET found 400,000 Linux servers compromised for cryptocurrency theft and financial gain Read More
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CISA and Partners Unveil Cybersecurity Guide For Civil Society Groups
The guide is designed to provide high-risk communities with actionable steps to bolster their cybersecurity defenses Read More
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How Scammers Hijack Your Instagram
Authored by Vignesh Dhatchanamoorthy, Rachana S Instagram, with its vast user base and dynamic platform, has become a hotbed for scams and fraudulent activities. From phishing attempts to fake giveaways, scammers employ a range of tactics to exploit user trust and vulnerability. These scams often prey on people’s desire for social validation, financial gain, or…
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NIST Confusion Continues as Cyber Pros Complain CVE Uploads Stalled
Several software security experts have told Infosecurity that no new vulnerabilities have been added to the US National Vulnerability Database (NVD) since May 9 Read More
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China Presents Defining Challenge to Global Cybersecurity, Says GCHQ
GCHQ chief warns China’s cyber actions threaten global internet security, while Russia and Iran pose immediate risks Read More
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44% of Cybersecurity Professionals Struggle with Regulatory Compliance
Infosecurity Europe research highlights significant challenges faced by organisations in staying up to speed with increasing compliance requirements Read More