Application Security News and Articles


SQLi vulnerability in Cacti could lead to RCE (CVE-2023-51448)

A blind SQL injection vulnerability (CVE-2023-51448) in Cacti, a widely-used network monitoring, performance and fault management framework, could lead to information disclosure and potentially remote code execution. Cacti is often used in ...

“Security researcher” offers to delete data stolen by ransomware attackers

When organizations get hit by ransomware and pay the crooks to decrypt the encrypted data and delete the stolen data, they can never be entirely sure the criminals will do as they promised. And even if an organization gets its data decrypted, ...

Zyxel unveils new cloud-managed switches for small businesses and professional home users

Zyxel Networks launched the XMG1915 series – a family of smart managed switches designed to provide small businesses and professional home users (prosumers) with the throughput and versatility needed to support today’s high bandwidth ...

Attackers Targeting Poorly Managed Linux SSH Servers

In recent times, Linux SSH servers have become a prime target for attackers aiming to compromise security and exploit vulnerabilities for malicious activities. This article delves into the growing concern surrounding poorly secured Linux SSH ...

Embedded Linux IoT Security: Defending Against Cyber Threats

Embedded systems are vulnerable to network-based attacks. Containers provide an added layer of security to embedded systems. Hardware security modules can be used to protect embedded systems.  Embedded Linux IoT Security: Defending Against Cyber ...

Alert: Chinese Threat Actors Exploit Barracuda Zero-Day Flaw

In recent developments, Barracuda, a prominent network and email cybersecurity firm, has been grappling with a zero-day vulnerability. The vulnerability has been identified as CVE-2023-7102 in its Email Security Gateway (ESG) appliances. The ...

Analysis of OT cyberattacks and malwares

The Digital revolution has transformed our world, and its impact is particularly evident in the realm of Operational Technology (OT), from Industrial Control Systems to power grids and water treatment plants. They all have very critical ...

If you prepare, a data security incident will not cause an existential crisis

Why is it that when a company becomes aware of a potential data security incident, the team working on it (and others who are made aware that “something” is going on) have an immediate and overwhelming feeling that the company is doomed? And ...

Discover the Consequences of a Data Breach

The average price of a data breach internationally in 2023 turned to $4.45 million, a 15% rise in the simplest three years that underscored the increasing financial strain on businesses. When personal information is discovered, it presents ...

Understanding zero-trust design philosophy and principles

In this Help Net Security interview, Phil Vachon, Head of Infrastructure in the Office of the CTO at Bloomberg, discusses the varying definitions of zero trust among security professionals and companies, emphasizing its broad design philosophy. ...

The growing challenge of cyber risk in the age of synthetic media

As AI tools become more widespread, impersonation and deception have become easier. However, organizations are combating this issue with policies and technological solutions. In this Help Net Security video, Mike Bechtel, Chief Futurist at ...

Securing AI systems against evasion, poisoning, and abuse

Adversaries can intentionally mislead or “poison” AI systems, causing them to malfunction, and developers have yet to find an infallible defense against this. In their latest publication, NIST researchers and their partners highlight ...

Accelerate essential cyber hygiene for your small business

Think you’re too small to experience a cyber attack? That’s not the case. In fact, cyber threat actors (CTAs) are increasingly setting their sights on small businesses. If successful, their attack attempts can be devastating. ...

NSFOCUS named a Major Player in IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Risk-Based Vulnerability Management Platforms 2023 Vendor Assessment

SANTA CLARA, Calif., January 9, 2024 – NSFOCUS, a global provider of intelligent hybrid security solutions, today announced that NSFOCUS has been named a Major Player in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Risk-Based Vulnerability Management ...

Life in the Swimlane with Principal Data Scientist, Dima Skorokhodov

The post Life in the Swimlane with Principal Data Scientist, Dima Skorokhodov appeared first on AI Enabled Security Automation. The post Life in the Swimlane with Principal Data Scientist, Dima Skorokhodov appeared first on Security Boulevard.

Ditch the Passwords: Discover the Magic of WebAuthn and Passkeys

Discover the future of secure and innovative authentication with WebAuthn. Say goodbye to passwords and hello to passwordless auth and passkeys. The post Ditch the Passwords: Discover the Magic of WebAuthn and Passkeys appeared first on Security ...

USENIX Security ’23 – ‘Know Your Cybercriminal: Evaluating Attacker Preferences by Measuring Profile Sales on an Active, Leading Criminal Market for User Impersonation at Scale’

Authors/Presenters: Michele Campobasso, Luca Allodi Many thanks to USENIX for publishing their outstanding USENIX Security ’23 Presenter’s content, and the organizations strong commitment to Open Access. Originating from the conference’s ...

Malicious Insiders: Definition, Motivation and Examples

Malicious insiders are only a small portion of threats that companies face today, but make no mistake: your company can lose hundreds of thousands of dollars because of one. According to the Aberdeen Risk Report, 20% of threats come from ...

The CISO’s Guide to a Modern GRC Program with Trust Assurance

The position of CISO is not an enviable one. Modern CISOs face enormous challenges like managing the complexity of on-prem and cloud environments, being responsible for the actions of thousands of employees without having authority over them, ...

D3 Security is a proud participant in the Microsoft Security Copilot Partner Private Preview

VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA — 1/8/2024 — D3 Security today announced its participation in the Microsoft Security Copilot Partner Private Preview. D3 Security was selected based on their proven experience with Microsoft Security technologies, ...