Application Security News and Articles


UN Warns Hundreds of Thousands in Southeast Asia Roped Into Online Scams

A new report sheds light on cybercrime scams that have become a major issue in Asia, with many workers trapped in virtual slavery. The post UN Warns Hundreds of Thousands in Southeast Asia Roped Into Online Scams appeared first on SecurityWeek.

SAP and Google Cloud join forces to provide customers with generative AI capabilities

SAP and Google Cloud announced an expanded partnership to help enterprises harness the power of data and generative AI. The companies will combine their integrated open data cloud using SAP Datasphere with Vertex AI to launch new generative ...

Chinese APT Was Prepared for Remediation Efforts in Barracuda ESG Zero-Day Attack

Chinese threat actor exploiting Barracuda ESG appliances deployed persistence mechanisms in preparation for remediation efforts. The post Chinese APT Was Prepared for Remediation Efforts in Barracuda ESG Zero-Day Attack appeared first on ...

What This Year’s Data Breaches Reveal About Identity

These key takeaways for end users, application developers and security practitioners can help stop identity-based breaches. The post What This Year’s Data Breaches Reveal About Identity appeared first on Security Boulevard.

Avoid The Hack: 11 Best Privacy Friendly Operating Systems (Desktops)

This post was originally published on 3 NOV 2021; it has since been updated and revised. Just about any closed-source, proprietary operating system - such as Windows or macOS - is likely not going to be beneficial for your privacy. Many ...

Essential Cybersecurity Tools: Safeguarding Your Digital World 

Discover essential cybersecurity tools and best practices that all individuals and businesses should adopt to safeguard their digital assets. The post Essential Cybersecurity Tools: Safeguarding Your Digital World  appeared first on SternX ...

Meta Fights Sprawling Chinese ‘Spamouflage’ Operation

Meta has purged thousands of Facebook accounts that were part of a widespread online Chinese spam operation trying to covertly boost China and criticize the West. The post Meta Fights Sprawling Chinese ‘Spamouflage’ Operation appeared ...

APIs Becoming a Favorite Attack Vector for Adversaries

As threat actors continue to home in on APIs as favored attack vectors, security teams are tasked with finding ways to thwart those efforts. The post APIs Becoming a Favorite Attack Vector for Adversaries appeared first on Security Boulevard.

Ciphertex strengthens data security with SecureNAS CX-160KSSD-X

Ciphertex Data Security introduces the new durable SecureNAS CX-160KSSD-X to contribute to the advancement of data security for national defense. The SecureNAS CX-160KSSD-X storage unit is powered by an Intel Xeon D processor (4, 8, or 16 Core) ...

Ransomware group exploits Citrix NetScaler systems for initial access

A known threat actor specializing in ransomware attacks is believed to be behind a recent campaign that targeted unpatched internet-facing Citrix NetScaler systems to serve as an initial foothold into enterprise networks. “Our data ...

Swissbit introduces D1200 data center SSD

Swissbit launched its latest PCIe SSD specifically designed for data center applications. The new D1200 SSD is optimized for workloads demanded by applications including databases, cloud computing, media streaming or artificial intelligence (AI). ...

Personal, Health Information of 1.2 Million Stolen in PurFoods Ransomware Attack

PurFoods says the personal and protected health information of over 1.2 million individuals was stolen in a February 2023 ransomware attack. The post Personal, Health Information of 1.2 Million Stolen in PurFoods Ransomware Attack appeared first ...

Cisco partners with Nutanix to accelerate hybrid multicloud deployments

Cisco and Nutanix announced a global strategic partnership to accelerate hybrid multicloud deployments by offering complete hyperconverged solution for IT modernization and business transformation. IT organizations continue to face significant ...

Security Team Huddle: Using the Full NIST Cybersecurity Framework for the Win

Just as a professional football team needs coordination, strategy and adaptability to secure a win on the field, a well-rounded cybersecurity strategy must address specific challenges and threats. The post Security Team Huddle: Using the Full ...

Easy-to-exploit Skype vulnerability reveals users’ IP address

A vulnerability in Skype mobile apps can be exploited by attackers to discover a user’s IP address – a piece of information that may endanger individuals whose physical security depends on their general location remaining secret. The ...

Ekran System Will Take Part in InfoSec World 2023

Ekran System announces its participation in the leading cybersecurity conference, InfoSec World 2023. The event will take place September 23–27, 2023, at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.  At the event, Ekran ...

What Are Executive Impersonation Attacks, and What Do They Look Like?

Cybercriminals keep coming up with new methods to deceive and defraud businesses.  One such method gaining in popularity are executive impersonation attacks, also known as “CEO fraud,” where criminals use hacking techniques to impersonate ...

Problems with DMARC RUF Reports and How We Fix Them

DMARC RUF report data often poses security problems when served over an unencrypted interface. Try PowerDMARC instead! The post Problems with DMARC RUF Reports and How We Fix Them appeared first on Security Boulevard.

GUEST ESSAY: Where we stand on mitigating software risks associated with fly-by-wire jetliners

The threat of bad actors hacking into airplane systems mid-flight has become a major concern for airlines and operators worldwide. Related: Pushing the fly-by-wire envelope This is especially true because systems are more interconnected and use ...

An integrated OT SOC: Cost or Investment?

A dedicated OT Security Operations Center offers a strong foundation for launching and supporting many institutional security measures such as continuous threat detection, unified view and visibility, and OT governance and policy implementation. ...