Researchers have found links between the BlackEnergy APT group and threat actors behind the ExPetr malware used in last month’s global attacks.
Researchers Find BlackEnergy APT Links in ExPetr Code
Majority of Sites Fail Mozilla’s Comprehensive Security Review
A thorough review of the top 1 million websites reveals 93 percent fail Mozilla’s Observatory security review.
Siemens Patches Critical Intel AMT Flaw in Industrial Products
Siemens patched a recently disclosed vulnerability pertaining to systems with specific Intel processors. If exploited, the flaw could let an attacker gain system privileges.
Linux Systemd Bug Could Have Led to Crash, Code Execution
Ubuntu fixed a Linux bug that could have let an attacker cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code with a TCP payload this week.
ExPetr Called a Wiper Attack, Not Ransomware
The global outbreak of the Petya/ExPetr malware wasn’t a ransomware attack, it was wiper malware aimed to sabotage, according to experts.
This Retail Website Considers Password Security Optional
The glaring privacy issues tied to an online health and beauty retailer allows customers to log-in to their users accounts with just their email address – no password needed.
Average Bug Bounty Payments Growing
HackerOne released its first report on its bug bounty program, and reveals an industry shift toward enlisting hackers for better cybersecurity.
Microsoft Issues ‘Important’ Security Fix for Azure AD Connect
Microsoft is warning customers of an “important” update to its Azure AD Connect service that could allow for an elevation of privilege attack against affected systems.
Major Hole Plugged in Secure File Transfer Tool
Biscom recently patched a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability in its secure file transfer product.
Second Global Ransomware Outbreak Under Way
A massive ransomware outbreak is spreading globally and being compared to WannaCry.