Cyber Defense Advisors

Year: 2023

Google Play Protect Bolsters Security Against Malicious Apps

New real-time scanning feature conducts analyses of an app’s code during the installation process

Cyber News, Cyber Threat Trends
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  • October 18, 2023

North Korea’s Kimsuky Doubles Down on Remote Desktop Control

The sophisticated APT employs various tactics to abuse Windows and other built-in protocols with both custom and public malware to take over victim systems.

Cyber News, Cyber Threat Trends
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  • October 18, 2023

EPA Turns Off Taps on Water Utility Cyber Regulations

Facing a potential cascade of legal challenges from industry groups and state attorneys general, the EPA has rescinded its cyber-rules. But where does that leave local water safety?

Cyber News, Cyber Threat Trends
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  • October 18, 2023

Critical Citrix Bug Exploited as a Zero-Day, ‘Patching Is Not Enough’

The latest threat to Citrix NetScaler, CVE-2023-4966, was exploited as a zero-day bug for months before a patch was issued. Researchers expect exploitation efforts to surge.

Cyber News, Cyber Threat Trends
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  • October 18, 2023

OCP Launches SAFE to Standardize Firmware Audits

Under the Security Appraisal Framework and Enablement (SAFE) program, device manufacturers would be able to work with approved auditors to verify firmware.

Cyber News, Cyber Threat Trends
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  • October 18, 2023

The Most Popular IT Admin Password Is Totally Depressing

Analysis of more than 1.8 million admin portals reveals IT leaders, with the highest privileges, are just as lazy about passwords as everyone else.

Cyber News, Cyber Threat Trends
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  • October 18, 2023

FBI: Hackers Are Extorting Plastic Surgery Providers, Patients

The sensitive nature of medical records, combined with providers’ focus on patient care, make small doctor’s offices ideal targets for cyber extortion.

Cyber News, Cyber Threat Trends

Google Play Protect Bolsters Security Against Malicious Apps

New real-time scanning feature conducts analyses of an app’s code during the installation process

Cyber News, Cyber Threat Trends

Google Play Protect Bolsters Security Against Malicious Apps

New real-time scanning feature conducts analyses of an app’s code during the installation process

Cyber News, Cyber Threat Trends