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Today's cybersecurity landscape highlights several critical threats and trends. Barracuda has addressed two severe vulnerabilities in their ESG and other products that could allow remote root access if exploited together. Meanwhile, CISA has confirmed active exploitation of a WordPress Core flaw during software upgrades, urging immediate attention. Mozilla is delaying Firefox patches to prevent AI from exploiting a known vulnerability. In the IoT space, 1.3 million Android TV boxes have been compromised by their manufacturer to function as residential proxies through a botnet. Additionally, an authentication flaw in Node-RED is being exploited in the wild, underscoring the importance of timely patching. Lastly, AI-generated malware continues to evolve, raising concerns about its potential impact.
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As Pokémon fans try to ‘catch ‘em all’ with new GPS-based augmented mobile game Pokémon Go, several security issues have reared their heads as the popularity of the app continues to skyrocket
Most scam IP addresses linked to Nigeria
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Lastline research at Infosecurity Europe reveals IT pro concerns
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More trouble on the roads
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Stack overflow flaw could allow for remote control
Info-stealer has been around for over a decade
Burger chain’s POS nightmare continues
The US government has recognized them as key to helping state and local law enforcement minimize the threat of cyber-attacks.
Indicators point to the threat actor possibly being of Indian origin—a heretofore quiet locale for cyber-espionage activity.
Devon youth will be sentenced later this month
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