IoT Device Takeovers Surge 100 Percent in 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic, coupled with an explosion in the number of connected devices, have led to a swelling in IoT infections observed on wireless networks. Continue reading IoT Device Takeovers Surge 100 Percent in 2020

Nvidia Warns Gamers of Severe GeForce Experience Flaws

Versions of Nvidia GeForce Experience for Windows prior to 3.20.5.70 are affected by a high-severity bug that could enable code execution, denial of service and more. Continue reading Nvidia Warns Gamers of Severe GeForce Experience Flaws

Microsoft Teams Phishing Attack Targets Office 365 Users

Up to 50,000 Office 365 users are being targeted by a phishing campaign that purports to notify them of a “missed chat” from Microsoft Teams. Continue reading Microsoft Teams Phishing Attack Targets Office 365 Users

Cisco Warns of Severe DoS Flaws in Network Security Software

The majority of the bugs in Cisco’s Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) and Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) software can enable denial of service (DoS) on affected devices. Continue reading Cisco Warns of Severe DoS Flaws in Network Security Software

Oracle Kills 402 Bugs in Massive October Patch Update

Over half of Oracle’s flaws in its quarterly patch update can be remotely exploitable without authentication; 65 are critical, and two have CVSS scores of 10 out of 10. Continue reading Oracle Kills 402 Bugs in Massive October Patch Update

Cybercriminals Step Up Their Game Ahead of U.S. Elections

Ahead of the November U.S. elections, cybercriminals are stepping up their offensive in both attacks against security infrastructure and disinformation campaigns – but this time, social media giants, the government and citizens are more prepared. Continue reading Cybercriminals Step Up Their Game Ahead of U.S. Elections

Facebook: A Top Launching Pad For Phishing Attacks

Amazon, Apple, Netflix, Facebook and WhatsApp are top brands leveraged by cybercriminals in phishing and fraud attacks – including a recent strike on a half-million Facebook users. Continue reading Facebook: A Top Launching Pad For Phishing Attacks