Cyber Defense Advisors

Year: 2023

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  • December 18, 2023

Beware: Experts Reveal New Details on Zero-Click Outlook RCE Exploits

Technical details have emerged about two now-patched security flaws in Microsoft Windows that could be chained by threat actors to achieve remote code execution on the Outlook email service sans any user interaction. “An attacker on the internet can chain the vulnerabilities together to create a full, zero-click remote code execution (RCE) exploit against Outlook […]

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  • December 18, 2023

Police Get Medical Records without a Warrant

More unconstrained surveillance: Lawmakers noted the pharmacies’ policies for releasing medical records in a letter dated Tuesday to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra. The letter—signed by Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.), and Rep. Sara Jacobs (D-Calif.)—said their investigation pulled information from briefings with eight big prescription […]

Cyber News

Steering Through Cyber Regulation: A Deep Dive into FINRA Compliance

Steering Through Cyber Regulation: A Deep Dive into FINRA Compliance The financial industry has undergone a significant transformation in recent years, with technology playing a central role in this evolution. As financial institutions increasingly rely on digital systems and data to conduct their operations, the need for robust cybersecurity measures has become paramount. In response […]

FINRA Compliance

Simplify Your Operational Resilience Programs: Navigating Complexity in an Ever-Changing World

Simplify Your Operational Resilience Programs: Navigating Complexity in an Ever-Changing World In an era defined by rapid technological advancements and unpredictable global events, operational resilience has emerged as a critical concern for businesses across the globe. The ability to withstand disruptions, adapt to changing circumstances, and continue delivering products and services is no longer a […]

Operational Resilience Program
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  • December 18, 2023

Top 7 Trends Shaping SaaS Security in 2024

Over the past few years, SaaS has developed into the backbone of corporate IT. Service businesses, such as medical practices, law firms, and financial services firms, are almost entirely SaaS based. Non-service businesses, including manufacturers and retailers, have about 70% of their software in the cloud. These applications contain a wealth of data, from minimally […]

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  • December 18, 2023

Rhadamanthys Malware: Swiss Army Knife of Information Stealers Emerges

The developers of the information stealer malware known as Rhadamanthys are actively iterating on its features, broadening its information-gathering capabilities and also incorporating a plugin system to make it more customizable. This approach not only transforms it into a threat capable of delivering “specific distributor needs,” but also makes it more potent, Check Point said […]

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  • December 18, 2023

Four U.S. Nationals Charged in $80 Million Pig Butchering Crypto Scam

Four U.S. nationals have been charged for participating in an illicit scheme that earned them more than $80 million via cryptocurrency investment scams. The defendants – Lu Zhang, 36, of Alhambra, California; Justin Walker, 31, of Cypress, California; Joseph Wong, 32, Rosemead, California; and Hailong Zhu, 40, Naperville, Illinois – have been charged with conspiracy […]

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  • December 18, 2023

Unmasking the Dark Side of Low-Code/No-Code Applications

Low-code/no-code (LCNC) and robotic process automation (RPA) have gained immense popularity, but how secure are they? Is your security team paying enough attention in an era of rapid digital transformation, where business users are empowered to create applications swiftly using platforms like Microsoft PowerApps, UiPath, ServiceNow, Mendix, and OutSystems? The simple truth is often swept […]

Cyber News

Simplify Your Business Continuity Programs

Simplify Your Business Continuity Programs In an ever-changing world filled with uncertainties, the need for robust business continuity programs has never been more critical. Whether it’s a natural disaster, a cyberattack, or a global pandemic, organizations must be prepared to navigate disruptions and ensure the continuity of their operations. However, as the complexity of these […]

Business Continuity Program