Proton Launched a New end-to-end encrypted Document Editor to Take On Google Docs

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Proton, the privacy-focused technology company, has unveiled a groundbreaking addition to its suite of secure services: This new offering aims to challenge industry giants like Google Docs and Microsoft 365 by providing a collaborative platform that prioritizes user privacy and …

Hackers Breaking Passkeys Using AitM Phishing Attacks

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Hackers abuse phishing attacks as they are highly effective and low-cost methods for deceiving users into revealing sensitive information. Despite the recent surge in passkey adoption by large tech firms, Joe Stewart of Esentire discovered that several online platforms are …

Multiple Flaws In Rockwell Automation Panel Let Attackers Execute Remote Code

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Two vulnerabilities in Rockwell Automation PanelView Plus have been discovered. Unauthenticated attackers could exploit them remotely to perform remote code execution (RCE) and denial-of-service attacks.  Rockwell Automation, Inc. is an American provider of industrial automation and digital transformation technology. Among …

Hackers Exploiting HTTP File Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Wild

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Hackers are actively exploiting a remote code execution vulnerability in the HTTP File Server (HFS) program. The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-23692, was disclosed in May 2024 and has since been leveraged by attackers to install malware and take control of …

SpyMax RAT Attacking Android Users Via Telegram to Evade Detection

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Researchers discovered a new Android RAT (Remote Administration Tool) called SpyMax targeting Telegram users. This RAT is particularly dangerous because it doesn’t require a rooted device, making it easier to infect victims.  SpyMax steals personal data from the device and …

Developers Beware! Hackers Using Fake Job Offers to Attack Developers

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Hackers have been targeting developers by using fake job offers to hijack GitHub accounts. This alarming trend has raised significant concerns among corporate information security teams, especially since developers often have administrative access to critical repositories. The attack begins with …

Record Breaking DDoS Attack 840 Mpps Attack Spotted

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The DDoS attacks have evolved tremendously since 2016, with Mirai-like botnets setting new records. Attack frequency and intensity increased notably in 2023, with 1+ Tbps attacks almost becoming daily by 2024. Cybersecurity researchers at OVHcloud spotted record-breaking DDoS attacks of …

Hackers Attacking Users with Apple IDs Via Malicious SMS

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Cybercriminals have intensified their efforts to exploit Apple ID users through a new wave of malicious SMS campaigns. These phishing attacks, commonly known as “smishing,” are designed to deceive users into revealing their Apple ID credentials, granting hackers access to …

Multiple Flaws in Splunk Enterprise Let Attackers Execute Arbitrary Code

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Splunk is a software platform designed to search, analyze, and visualize machine-generated data from various sources, including websites, applications, sensors, and devices. In 2024, Splunk was acquired by Cisco, which aims to leverage Splunk’s capabilities to enhance digital resilience across …

Android’s July 2024 Security Update: 27 vulnerabilities Patched

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The Android Security Bulletin details security vulnerabilities affecting Android devices, where devices with security patch levels of 2024-07-05 or later address these issues, while Android partners are notified of vulnerabilities in advance and source code patches are released.  There is …