What is a Security Operations Center (SOC)? A Detailed Overview
In this article, we will explore the concept of a Security Operations Center (SOC) in greater detail, including its functions, benefits, and key components.
In today's digital world, cyber security risks are becoming increasingly serious....
WordPress To Mandate 2FA for Theme And Plugin Developers
Beginning on October 1st, 2024, WordPress will mandate two-factor authentication (2FA) for plugin and theme creators as a new security measure.
Themes and plugins that are used by millions of WordPress websites worldwide can be...
Navigating The Complex World Of Cybersecurity With SIEM
As our digital footprints expand, so does our vulnerability to cyber threats. It's an ongoing battle to keep personal and organizational data safe.
One significant weapon in the security arsenal is something known as...
New Emansrepo Malware Weaponizing HTML Files To Attack Windows Users
Emansrepo is a Python infostealer that was discovered by the FortiGuard Labs in August 2024 and has been disseminated through phishing emails containing fake purchase orders and invoices.
It started its operation in November 2023,...
NSO Group’s Mysterious MOBILE & WIRELESS ‘MMS Fingerprint’ Hack Revealed
The "MMS Fingerprint" attack, a previously unidentified mobile network attack purportedly employed by spyware company NSO Group, is referenced in a single sentence in an agreement between NSO and Ghana's telecom regulator.
Because the hack...
Critical Zoom Clients Flaw Let Attackers Escalate Privileges
A vulnerability classified as improper input validation was found in Zoom Desktop Client for Windows, Zoom VDI Client for Windows, and Zoom Meeting SDK for Windows that could potentially allow an authenticated attacker to...
What is Biometric Authentication? History, Types & How it Works?
Biometric authentication has applications ranging from mobile phone access to airport security.
The term "biometrics" is derived from the Greek words "bio" (life) and "metrics" (to measure).
Therefore, the literal meaning of biometrics is the measurement...
Creating An AI Honeypot To Engage With Attackers Sophisticatedly
In cybersecurity, a honeypot is a bait system specifically designed to attract and analyze cyber-attacks, functioning as a trap for potential intruders.
By mimicking legitimate targets, honeypots divert threat actors from real assets while gathering...
Microsoft Fixed A Windows 0-Day Along With 96 Other Vulnerabilities
Microsoft released a security update under patch Tuesday for April and fixed 97 vulnerabilities affecting various products, including a Windows zero-day bug that was exploited for ransomware attacks.
The Microsoft security updates contain fixes for...
Critical Splunk Vulnerability Exploited Using Crafted GET Commands
Splunk Enterprise is one of the many applications Splunk offers for security and monitoring purposes.
It allows organizations to search, analyze and visualize data which can help to respond to incidents in a better way....