Application Security News and Articles


GitHub Announces General Availability of Security Campaigns

GitHub security campaigns make it easier for developers and security teams to collaborate on fixing vulnerabilities in their applications. The post GitHub Announces General Availability of Security Campaigns appeared first on SecurityWeek.

Nissan Leaf Hacked for Remote Spying, Physical Takeover

Researchers find vulnerabilities that can be exploited to remotely take control of a Nissan Leaf’s functions, including physical controls. The post Nissan Leaf Hacked for Remote Spying, Physical Takeover appeared first on SecurityWeek.

Operations of Sensor Giant Sensata Disrupted by Ransomware Attack

Sensata has informed the SEC that shipping, manufacturing and other operations have been impacted by a ransomware attack. The post Operations of Sensor Giant Sensata Disrupted by Ransomware Attack appeared first on SecurityWeek.

FortiSwitch vulnerability may give attackers control over vulnerable devices (CVE-2024-48887)

Fortinet has released patches for flaws affecting many of its products, among them a critical vulnerability (CVE-2024-48887) in its FortiSwitch appliances that could allow unauthenticated attackers to gain access to and administrative privileges ...

Embracing the Future: Mastering Your Cybersecurity Strategy With an Identity Driven Security Approach

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, taking control of your cybersecurity strategy is more crucial than ever. The post Embracing the Future: Mastering Your Cybersecurity Strategy With an Identity Driven Security Approach appeared first ...

AI is Reshaping Cyber Threats: Here’s What CISOs Must Do Now

Assess the risks posed by AI-powered attacks and adopt AI-driven defense capabilities to match. Automate where possible. Use AI to prioritise what matters. Invest in processes and talent that enable real-time response and build long-term ...

‘AkiraBot’ Spammed 80,000 Websites With AI-Generated Messages

CAPTCHA-evading Python framework AkiraBot has spammed over 80,000 websites with AI-generated spam messages. The post ‘AkiraBot’ Spammed 80,000 Websites With AI-Generated Messages appeared first on SecurityWeek.

What is Port 443 and why it’s needed for secure web browsing

Port 443 is the default gateway for HTTPS, enabling encrypted communication between browsers and web servers using SSL/TLS protocols. This article explains the role of Port 443 in secure data transmission, the differences between HTTPS and port ...

Seal Base Images mitigates container vulnerabilities

Seal Security launched Seal Base Images, a solution designed to future-proof containerized applications. Seal Base Images delivers secure, continuously updated, and vulnerability-free base images, effectively eliminating up to 99% of potential ...

The API Security Challenge in AI: Preventing Resource Exhaustion and Unauthorized Access

Agentic AI is transforming business. Organizations are increasingly integrating AI agents into core business systems and processes, using them as intermediaries between users and these internal systems. As a result, these organizations are ...

Keysight simplifies security testing for modern chips and embedded devices

Keysight Technologies announces the Next-Generation Embedded Security Testbench, a consolidated and scalable test solution designed to address the increasing complex security testing demands of modern chips and embedded devices. This new solution ...

How to find out if your AI vendor is a security risk

One of the most pressing concerns with AI adoption is data leakage. Consider this: An employee logs into their favorite AI chatbot, pastes sensitive corporate data, and asks for a summary. Just like that, confidential information is ingested into ...

From likes to leaks: How social media presence impacts corporate security

From a psychological standpoint, we all crave attention, and likes and comments fuel that need, encouraging us to share even more on social media. In the corporate world, this risk grows exponentially because it’s not just our personal ...

Amazon Gift Card Email Hooks Microsoft Credentials

Amazon Gift Card Email Hooks Microsoft Credentials The post Amazon Gift Card Email Hooks Microsoft Credentials appeared first on Security Boulevard.

Review: The Ultimate Kali Linux Book, Third Edition

Packed with real-world scenarios, hands-on techniques, and insights into widely used tools, the third edition of the bestselling Ultimate Kali Linux Book offers a practical path to learning penetration testing with Kali Linux. About the author ...

Innovations in Managing Cloud Machine Identities

Can Innovations in Machine Identity Management Reshape Cloud Security? Cloud technology has transformed the way we work, store data, and build software, revolutionizing various industries from vending to mobile automation. Nevertheless, this ...

Proactive Secrets Rotation to Avoid Data Breaches

Why Is Proactive Secrets Rotation a Vital Part of Your Cybersecurity Strategy? Nearly every professional in cybersecurity will highlight the growing threat of data breaches. With cyber threats becoming increasingly sophisticated and relentless, a ...

Qmulos Launches Q-Behavior Analytics and Audit (Q-BA2)

Built on the intelligence community's gold standard for insider threat detection, Q-BA2 delivers real-time, data-driven insights to proactively identify, investigate, and mitigate security threats The post Qmulos Launches Q-Behavior Analytics and ...

Introduction to the Australian Privacy Principles

The post Introduction to the Australian Privacy Principles appeared first on Feroot Security. The post Introduction to the Australian Privacy Principles appeared first on Security Boulevard.

BSidesLV24 – Breaking Ground – Operation So-Seki: You Are a Threat Actor. As Yet You Have No Name

Authors/Presenters: Kaichi Sameshima, Atsushi Kanda, Ryo Minakawa Our sincere appreciation to BSidesLV, and the Presenters/Authors for publishing their erudite Security BSidesLV24 content. Originating from the conference’s events located at ...