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Cybersecurity Headlines

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Episodes

Intermittent encryption warning, HP firmware bugs, SEC crypto office

Ransomware gangs switching to new intermittent encryption tactic Firmware bugs in many HP computer models left unfixed for over a year U.S. SEC to set up new office for crypto filings Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Edgescan Edgescan simplifies Vulnerability Management by delivering a single full-stack solution (SaaS) integrated with world-class security professionals. Instead of managing a plethora of point scanning tools for each layer of the attack surface and squandering precious staff re...

Sep 12, 20228 min

Week in Review: TikTok breach, China accuses US, CISA feedback

Link to Blog Post This week's Cyber Security Headlines – Week in Review , June 6-10, is hosted by Rich Stroffolino with our guest, Jason Elrod , CISO, Multicare Health System Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Snyk Developers want to code fast and security wants to ship securely — and they want to do it all from the cloud. That's why they both choose Snyk . Backed by industry-leading security intelligence, Snyk provides real-time scanning with automated fixes and remediation advice right from th...

Sep 09, 202226 min

China accuses US, London buses hacked, New APT42 group

China accuses US of cyberattacks and cyberespionage London's biggest bus operator hit by cyber "incident" Researchers reveal new Iranian threat group APT42 Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Snyk Developers want to code fast and security wants to ship securely — and they want to do it all from the cloud. That's why they both choose Snyk . Backed by industry-leading security intelligence, Snyk provides real-time scanning with automated fixes and remediation advice right from the tools and workflo...

Sep 09, 20228 min

CISA incident reporting, Linux-focused IoT malware, Albania cuts ties over cyberattack

CISA asks for feedback on reporting rules New Linux-focused malware targets IoT Albania cuts diplomatic ties over cyberattack Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Snyk Developers want to code fast and security wants to ship securely — and they want to do it all from the cloud. That's why they both choose Snyk . Backed by industry-leading security intelligence, Snyk provides real-time scanning with automated fixes and remediation advice right from the tools and workflows developers use. Code, depen...

Sep 08, 20227 min

Ex-Uber exec heads to trial, Twitter fires back at Mudge, FBI K-12 warning

Uber's ex-cyber exec heads to trial Twitter fires back at Mudge for "parroting" Elon Musk FBI warns of ransomware attacks on school districts Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Snyk Developers want to code fast and security wants to ship securely — and they want to do it all from the cloud. That's why they both choose Snyk . Backed by industry-leading security intelligence, Snyk provides real-time scanning with automated fixes and remediation advice right from the tools and workflows developers ...

Sep 07, 20228 min

Sextortion ring busted, TikTok denies breach, Cloudflare cuts off Kiwi Farms

Transnational sextortion ring dismantled TikTok denies breachtok Cloudflare cuts off Kiwi Farms Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Snyk Developers want to code fast and security wants to ship securely — and they want to do it all from the cloud. That's why they both choose Snyk . Backed by industry-leading security intelligence, Snyk provides real-time scanning with automated fixes and remediation advice right from the tools and workflows developers use. Code, dependencies, containers, cloud env...

Sep 06, 20226 min

Fed agency supply chain tips, Apple lawsuit settlement, Neopets 18 month hack

Federal agencies share supply chain security tips Apple settles lawsuit with developer over App Store rejections and scams Hackers were inside Neopets systems for 18 months Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Code42 It's not just about the data leaving your company - what about the data coming in? Along with departing employees, new talent is also actively joining your organization. This poses cybersecurity challenges since they could be knowingly or unknowingly bringing data from their former co...

Sep 02, 20228 min

Google's open-source bug bounty, Ragnar Locker hits airline, Cloudflare won't cut off services

Google launches open-source bug bounty Ragnar Locker claims attack on airline Cloudflare won't terminate services for controversial customers Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Code42 Surprise! Surprise! Five years from now, Jamie, who's resigning today, will ring the NASDAQ bell officially launching her company on the public market. And what you'll soon realize is that Jamie stole your most valuable data to start her new company. Learn how Code42 Incydr can stop data theft and protect your orga...

Sep 01, 20227 min

Google Translate malware, White House aviation briefing, book distributor ransomed

Google Translate app is actually Windows crypto-mining malware White House to give aviation executives classified cyberthreat briefing Book distributor Baker & Taylor hit by ransomware Thanks to our episode sponsor, Code42 Cybersecurity teams are facing unprecedented challenges when it comes to protecting sensitive corporate data from exposure, leak and theft. In fact, the Code42 Annual Data Exposure Report revealed there's a 1 in 3 chance that your company will lose IP when an employee quit...

Aug 31, 20227 min

Log4Shell Hits Israel, Russian cyberattacks on Montenegro, AlphaBay Turns 1

Microsoft warns Iranians using Log4Shell Montenegro hit with Russian cyberattacks AlphaBay Turns 1 Thanks to this week's episode sponsor, Code42 Have you been thinking about launching an Insider Risk Management program? You don't need to be Big Brother to effectively address Insider Risk. Code42 believes that the Three Es should define any IRM program: expertise, education, and enforcement. Shift your security culture from "watchdog" to "guide dog" and everyone wins. Learn more at Code42.com/sho...

Aug 30, 20226 min

Hackers breach LastPass, new Agenda ransomware, Facebook Cambridge settlement

Hackers breach LastPass developer system to steal source code New Agenda ransomware appears in the threat landscape Facebook-Cambridge Analytica data breach lawsuit ends in 11th hour settlement Thanks to this week's episode sponsor, Code42 It's not just about the data leaving your company - what about the data coming in? Along with departing employees, new talent is also actively joining your organization. This poses cybersecurity challenges since they could be knowingly or unknowingly bringing ...

Aug 29, 20228 min

Week in Review: Satellite hacks, Insurers balk, Twitter's cybersecurity

Link to Blog Post This week's Cyber Security Headlines – Week in Review , June 6-10, is hosted by Rich Stroffolino with our guest, John McClure , CISO, Sinclair Broadcast Group Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Code42 It's not just about the data leaving your company – what about the data coming in? Along with departing employees, new talent is also actively joining your organization. This poses cybersecurity challenges since they could be knowingly or unknowingly bringing data from their forme...

Aug 26, 202222 min

North Korea at BlackHat, Ransomware attacks jump, Pentagon software requirements

North Korean malware present at Black Hat Ransomware attacks jump as new malware strains proliferate Pentagon may require flaw-free software Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Code42 It's not just about the data leaving your company - what about the data coming in? Along with departing employees, new talent is also actively joining your organization. This poses cybersecurity challenges since they could be knowingly or unknowingly bringing data from their former company into your network. Code42 ...

Aug 26, 20228 min

Nobelium's MagicWeb, pro-Western influence campaigns, $100 million in NFTs stolen

Microsoft reveals Nobelium's MagicWeb Details emerge on large-scale pro-Western influence campaigns Stolen NFTs prove big business Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Code42 Surprise! Surprise! Five years from now, Jamie, who's resigning today, will ring the NASDAQ bell officially launching her company on the public market. And what you'll soon realize is that Jamie stole your most valuable data to start her new company. Learn how Code42 Incydr can stop data theft and protect your organizations' ...

Aug 25, 20226 min

Twitter ex-security chief whistleblower, Ukraine and Poland join forces, Binance deepfake scam

Ex-security chief accuses Twitter of cybersecurity negligence Ukraine and Poland join forces to counter Russian cyberattacks Hackers use Binance exec deepfake in crypto exchange scam Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Code42 Cybersecurity teams are facing unprecedented challenges when it comes to protecting sensitive corporate data from exposure, leak and theft. In fact, the Code42 Annual Data Exposure Report revealed there's a 1 in 3 chance that your company will lose IP when an employee quits....

Aug 24, 20228 min

State-backed attacks not insured, LockBit hit with DDoS, Cozy Bear gets around MFA

State-backed attacks excluded from cyber insurance LockBit hit with DDoS Cozy Bear using Microsoft accounts to bypass MFA Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Code42 Have you been thinking about launching an Insider Risk Management program? You don't need to be Big Brother to effectively address Insider Risk. Code42 believes that the Three Es should define any IRM program: expertise, education, and enforcement. Shift your security culture from "watchdog" to "guide dog" and everyone wins. Learn mor...

Aug 23, 20226 min

Urgent iPhone update, ZIP password fault, Hacking decommissioned satellites

iPhone users urged to update to patch 2 zero-days Encrypted ZIP files can have two correct passwords White hat hackers broadcast through decommissioned satellite Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Code42 It's not just about the data leaving your company - what about the data coming in? Along with departing employees, new talent is also actively joining your organization. This poses cybersecurity challenges since they could be knowingly or unknowingly bringing data from their former company into ...

Aug 22, 20227 min

Week in Review: Ukraine at Black Hat, Starlink hacked, cybersecurity workforce inequity

Link to Blog Post This week's Cyber Security Headlines – Week in Review , June 6-10, is hosted by Rich Stroffolino with our guest, Stephen Harrison , VP Cyber Defense, MGM Resorts Thanks to today's episode sponsor, 6clicks With 6clicks , organizations can manage enterprise risk easier than ever before. 6clicks helps you identify your risks, group them into risk registers, and run risk assessments. It highlights causes and potential impacts, outlines risk treatment plans, and helps you manage the...

Aug 19, 202227 min

Google blocks DDoS, Moore leaves Cyber Command, BlackByte's ransomware options

Google blocks largest HTTPS DDoS attack 'reported to date' Cyber Command loses Moore A new version of BlackByte offers extortion options Thanks to today's episode sponsor, 6clicks With 6clicks , organizations can manage enterprise risk easier than ever before. 6clicks helps you identify your risks, group them into risk registers, and run risk assessments. It highlights causes and potential impacts, outlines risk treatment plans, and helps you manage the full treatment lifecycle. For more informa...

Aug 19, 20228 min

PyPi backdoors, Project Sugarush, Redalpha phishing

PyPi packages turn installed apps to backdoors Project Sugarush targets Israeli shipping RedAlpha ramps up phishing efforts Thanks to today's episode sponsor, 6clicks Manage the full assessment lifecycle and get your business audit-ready more easily than ever using 6clicks . Identify overlap from completed audits and assessments with other standards and frameworks using Hailey-AI to streamline compliance with multiple audit requirements. With built-in content, organizations can get started on th...

Aug 18, 20227 min

Oracle audits Tik Tok, Digital Ocean dumps Mailchimp, Twilio targets Signal

Oracle begins auditing TikTok's algorithms Digital Ocean dumps Mailchimp after attack leaked customer data Signal users exposed in targeted Twilio attack Thanks to today's episode sponsor, 6clicks 6clicks is where vulnerability management and GRC unite. With 6licks, organizations can ingest their vulnerabilities from all scanners, link assets to vulnerabilities, raise risks and issues to remediate, and close vulnerabilities as they are remediated – all while informing their risk and compliance p...

Aug 17, 20227 min

Chat app backdoor, PyPi cryptominer, corporate access prices drop

Chat app used as a backdoor PyPi package drops crytominer Access to corporate networks sees a value dip Thanks to today's episode sponsor, 6clicks Protect your supply chain from third-party risk with the power of 6clicks . Organizations can better manage their vendor risk by automating the vendor assessment lifecycle and detecting vendor assessment findings. Users can identify and raise risks linked to vendors post-assessment and group them into risk registers. Then, manage, remediate and report...

Aug 16, 20227 min

Ukraine cyber chief at Black Hat, Lockheed Martin breach?, $25 Starklink hack

Ukraine's cyber chief makes surprise visit to Black Hat Killnet claims to have hacked Lockheed Martin Starlink successfully hacked using $25 modchip Thanks to today's episode sponsor, 6clicks Identify, track, respond, and remediate issues and incidents from your various GRC workflows with 6clicks . With an issue submission form, 6clicks makes it easy and efficient for employees to submit incidents directly to an incident management team for triaging and response. Use the built-in incident respon...

Aug 15, 20228 min

Week in Review: Emergency Alert flaws, Twilio confirms hack, Rebuild CISA - Krebs

Link to Blog Pos t This week's Cyber Security Headlines – Week in Review , June 6-10, is hosted by Rich Stroffolino with our guest, Jack Kufahl , CISO, Michigan Medicine Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Edgescan Edgescan simplifies Vulnerability Management by delivering a single full-stack solution (SaaS) integrated with world-class security professionals. Instead of managing a plethora of point scanning tools for each layer of the attack surface and squandering precious staff resources manual...

Aug 12, 202225 min

Cisco's Lapsus$ breach, Rebuild CISA – Krebs, ransomware BEC epidemic

Cisco admits corporate network compromised by gang with links to Lapsus$ CISA should split from DHS says Chris Krebs Ransomware data theft epidemic fueling BEC attacks Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Edgescan Edgescan simplifies Vulnerability Management by delivering a single full-stack solution (SaaS) integrated with world-class security professionals. Instead of managing a plethora of point scanning tools for each layer of the attack surface and squandering precious staff resources manually...

Aug 12, 20227 min

Open Cybersecurity Schema Framework launches, Intel SGX flaw, CISA adds DogWalk to patch list

Introducing the Open Cybersecurity Schema Framework New flaw found in Intel SGX CISA adds to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities database Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Edgescan Scalable automated and continuous Attack Surface Management (ASM) and vulnerability detection integrated with a world-class cyber security team provide 100% false-positive-free alerts and expert remediation guidance.

Aug 11, 20227 min

Chinese kids defrauded, Twitter Saudi spy, Facebook data divulged

Chinese fraudsters target kids playing online games Former Twitter employee convicted in Saudi spy case Facebook divulges data leading to abortion prosecution Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Edgescan Edgescan combines full-stack coverage with integrated reporting and business-level prioritization to deliver a single source of truth for your entire vulnerability management program with zero false positives. For the stories behind the headlines, head to CISOseries.com...

Aug 10, 20228 min

Treasury sanctions Tornado Cash, Twilio confirms hack, Chinese hacking group targets backdoors

Treasury sanctions Tornado Cash Twilio confirms hack Chinese hacking group targets backdoors Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Edgescan Edgescan offers a single platform solution that covers the full stack, from Web Applications to APIs to the Network and data layer. Continuous Attack Surface Management coupled with automated & strategic Pen-testing as a Service (PTaaS) yields fully scalable coverage....

Aug 09, 20227 min

Emergency Alert flaws, Kaspersky VPN bug, Pick Fick quick

Critical flaws found in US Emergency Alert System Security experts urge Fick's speedy confirmation as first U.S. cyber ambassador High-severity bug in Kaspersky VPN client opens door to PC takeover Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Edgescan Edgescan simplifies Vulnerability Management by delivering a single full-stack solution (SaaS) integrated with world-class security professionals. Instead of managing a plethora of point scanning tools for each layer of the attack surface and squandering pre...

Aug 08, 20227 min

Week in Review: Cyberattacks hit Taiwan, Missile manufacturer hit, Class action donuts

Link to Blog Post This week's Cyber Security Headlines – Week in Review , June 6-10, is hosted by Rich Stroffolino with our guest, Yael Nagler, CISO, Walker & Dunlop Thanks to this week's sponsor, HYAS "Did you know a cybersecurity breach doesn't have to mean that your business is shut down or your data is stolen? Malware, ransomware, data exfiltration: They all report to a command and control infrastructure to receive instructions. HYAS's unrivaled understanding of adversary infrastructure ...

Aug 05, 202221 min
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