Critical Cisco Bug Opens Software Licencing Manager to Remote Attack

A default password would let anyone access the Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem Base platform, even if it’s not directly connected to the internet. Continue reading Critical Cisco Bug Opens Software Licencing Manager to Remote Attack

Hamas Ensnares Israeli Soldiers with Pretty ‘Ladies’

The third catfish attempt in three years from the Palestinian militant group adds a few technical advances to the mix. Continue reading Hamas Ensnares Israeli Soldiers with Pretty ‘Ladies’

Iran-Backed APTs Collaborate on 3-Year ‘Fox Kitten’ Global Spy Campaign

APT34/OilRig and APT33/Elfin have established a highly developed and persistent infrastructure that could be converted to distribute destructive wiper malware. Continue reading Iran-Backed APTs Collaborate on 3-Year ‘Fox Kitten’ Global Spy Campaign

Lenovo, HP, Dell Peripherals Face Unpatched Firmware Bugs

A lack of proper code-signing verification and authentication for firmware updates opens the door to information disclosure, remote code execution, denial of service and more. Continue reading Lenovo, HP, Dell Peripherals Face Unpatched Firmware Bugs

Huawei Controversy Highlights 5G Security Implications

Security experts say that 5G supply chain concerns should be taken seriously – whether it’s in the context of Huawei or not. Continue reading Huawei Controversy Highlights 5G Security Implications

Microsoft Addresses Active Attacks, Air-Gap Danger with 99 Patches

There are 12 critical and five previously disclosed bugs in the February 2020 Patch Tuesday Update. Continue reading Microsoft Addresses Active Attacks, Air-Gap Danger with 99 Patches