NTLM relay attacks have been around for a long time. While many security practitioners think NTLM relay is a solved problem, or at least a not-so-severe one, it is, in fact, alive and kicking and arguably worse than ever before. Relay attacks are the easiest way to compromise domain-joined hosts nowadays, paving a path for…
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Longtime ‘Fast Flux’ Evasion Technique Now a National Security Threat
CISA, the FBI, and NSA issued an advisory about the national security threat posed by “fast flux,” a technique used by threat actors to evade detection of their C2 infrastructures that has been around for two decades but has seen a resurgence in use by ransomware gangs and nation-state bad actors. The post Longtime ‘Fast…
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App Stores OK’ed VPNs Run by China PLA
Bad Apple: Chinese firm banned by the U.S. is the shady entity behind a clutch of free VPN apps—with over a million downloads. The post App Stores OK’ed VPNs Run by China PLA appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Gen Z’s Rising Susceptibility to Social Engineering Attacks
Gen Z, or individuals born between 1997 and 2012, have certain types of lifestyles, upbringings and character traits that make them ideal for social engineering exploitation. The post Gen Z’s Rising Susceptibility to Social Engineering Attacks appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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JFK and the Houthis: Haste Makes Waste of Security
Rather than simply exposing buried truths of the assassination, the final tranche of JFK files also exposed the personal information, including social security numbers, of a parade of people associated with the decades-long investigation, many of whom are still alive today. The post JFK and the Houthis: Haste Makes Waste of Security appeared first on…
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Hackers Use Atlantis AIO Tool to Automate Account Takeover Attacks
Atlantis AIO, a tool available to hackers on the dark web, gives threat actors an automated tool to rapidly test millions of stolen credentials against email, ecommerce, and other online accounts on more than 140 email and other platforms in credential-stuffing attacks. The post Hackers Use Atlantis AIO Tool to Automate Account Takeover Attacks appeared…
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Addressing Security Challenges in Cloud-Based Social Networks
SDN offers a flexible, intelligent solution to address these challenges, empowering platforms to optimize performance, allocate resources effectively, enhance security and deliver seamless user experiences. The post Addressing Security Challenges in Cloud-Based Social Networks appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Intro to Deceptionology: Why Falling for Scams is Human Nature
Deception is a core component of many cyberattacks, including phishing, scams, social engineering and disinformation campaigns. The post Intro to Deceptionology: Why Falling for Scams is Human Nature appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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From Spreadsheets to Solutions: How PlexTrac Enhances Security Workflows
In this special episode of the Shared Security Podcast, join Tom Eston and Dan DeCloss, CTO and founder of PlexTrac, as they discuss the challenges of data overload in vulnerability remediation. Discover how PlexTrac addresses these issues by integrating various data sources, providing customized risk scoring, and enhancing remediation workflows. The episode offers an insightful…
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Microsoft Won’t Fix This Bad Zero Day (Despite Wide Abuse)
Satya says NO: Redmond blames Windows users, rather than solve 30-year-old bug—exploited since 2017. The post Microsoft Won’t Fix This Bad Zero Day (Despite Wide Abuse) appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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China, Russia, North Korea Hackers Exploit Windows Security Flaw
Amost a dozen state-sponsored threat groups from Russia, China, and North Korea have been exploiting a security flaw in WIndows in attacks on governments and critical infrastructure that date back to 2017. According to Trend Micro’s VDI unit, Microsoft has no plans to patch the vulnerability. The post China, Russia, North Korea Hackers Exploit Windows…
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Who is sending those scammy text messages about unpaid tolls?
It’s not just you. Seemingly everyone is getting those text messages that serve as a notification of an unpaid toll road violation. The past due is usually less than $25, but is often paired with threats of excessive penalties, suspended vehicle registrations and threats to report the fare to state motor vehicle agencies. None of…
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Immutable Cybersecurity Law #12
“Never underestimate the simplicity of the attackers, nor the gullibility of the victims.” Cyberattacks don’t always rely on sophisticated exploits or advanced malware. In reality, many of the most successful breaches stem from simple tactics like phishing emails, social engineering, and exploiting basic security misconfigurations. Complexity isn’t a prerequisite for effectiveness — attackers often favor the…
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Tackling Data Overload: Strategies for Effective Vulnerability Remediation
In part one of our three part series with PlexTrac, we address the challenges of data overload in vulnerability remediation. Tom hosts Dahvid Schloss, co-founder and course creator at Emulated Criminals, and Dan DeCloss, CTO and founder of PlexTrac. They share their expertise on the key data and workflow hurdles that security teams face today.…
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Symantec Uses OpenAI Operator to Show Rising Threat of AI Agents
Symantec threat researchers used OpenAI’s Operator agent to carry out a phishing attack with little human intervention, illustrating the looming cybersecurity threat AI agents pose as they become more powerful. The agent learned how to write a malicious PowerShell script and wrote an email with the phishing lure, among other actions. The post Symantec Uses…
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No, Elon — X DDoS was NOT by Ukraine
X marks the botnet: Outage outrage was a Ukrainian cyberattack, implies our favorite African billionaire comedy villain. The post No, Elon — X DDoS was NOT by Ukraine appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Sony Removes 75,000 Deepfake Items, Highlighting a Growing Problem
Sony Music told UK regulators that it had to remove more than 75,000 deepfake songs and other material, the latest example of the burgeoning problem of AI-generated false videos, images, and sound that threaten everything from national security to business to individuals. The post Sony Removes 75,000 Deepfake Items, Highlighting a Growing Problem appeared first…
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Microsoft: Massive Malvertising Campaign Infects a Million Devices
A massive malvertising campaign that targeted individuals watching pirated videos on illegal streaming sites redirected them several times before landing them at GitHub repositories that hosted infostealers and other malware, according to Microsoft The post Microsoft: Massive Malvertising Campaign Infects a Million Devices appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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‘Ban These Chinese Routers NOW,’ Cries House Committee
Sino stoppage scheme: TP-Link in crosshairs, along with other brands. The post ‘Ban These Chinese Routers NOW,’ Cries House Committee appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Apple Lets Stalkers Find YOU — ‘nRootTag’ Team Breaks AirTag Crypto
Dumb Design + Crud Code = Privacy Panic: It’s been SEVEN MONTHS, but Tim’s crew is yet to fix the bugs. The post Apple Lets Stalkers Find YOU — ‘nRootTag’ Team Breaks AirTag Crypto appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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CrowdStrike Security Report: Generative AI Powers Social Engineering Attacks
Trends in cybersecurity across 2024 showed less malware and phishing, though more social engineering. CrowdStrike offers tips on securing your business.
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DISA Breach Highlights Need for Stronger Oversight: AppOmni CSO
Employment screening company DISA says data of 3.3 million people was exposed in a data breach lasts year, prompting AppOmni CSO Cory Michal to say that data collection companies like DISA and National Public Data need more oversight, regulations, and penalties. The post DISA Breach Highlights Need for Stronger Oversight: AppOmni CSO appeared first on…
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Facts, Schmacts – Meta Joins X in Ceasing Content Moderation
On January 6, 2025, Meta, formerly known as Facebook, formally announced that it would cease its “fact-checking” operations, and allow the internet itself, through comments posted, to be the final arbiter of what is true and false. The post Facts, Schmacts – Meta Joins X in Ceasing Content Moderation appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Attackers Use 2.8 Million Devices in Major Brute Force Attack
Threat actors are using as many as 2.8 million edge and IoT devices from around the world in a massive brute force attack that is targeting edge security systems from Palo Alto Networks, Ivanti, SonicWall, and other vendors, according to the Shadowserver Foundation. The post Attackers Use 2.8 Million Devices in Major Brute Force Attack…
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Could you Spot a Digital Twin at Work? Get Ready for Hyper-Personalized Attacks
The world is worried about deepfakes. Research conducted in the U.S. and Australia finds that nearly three-quarters of respondents feel negatively about them, associating the AI-generated phenomenon with fraud and misinformation. But in the workplace, we’re more likely to let our guard down. That’s bad news for businesses as the prospect of LLM-trained malicious digital..…
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FINALLY! FCC Gets Tough on Robocall Fraud
KYC isn’t a Thing, claims telco: Commissioner Brendan Carr (pictured) wants $4.5 million fine on Telnyx, for enabling “illegal robocall scheme.” The post FINALLY! FCC Gets Tough on Robocall Fraud appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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NJ Lawmakers Advance Anti-Deepfake Legislation
New Jersey lawmakers advanced a bill that would make it a crime to knowingly create and distribute AI-generated deepfake visual or audio content for nefarious purposes, the latest step in an ongoing push at the state and national level to address the rising threat. The post NJ Lawmakers Advance Anti-Deepfake Legislation appeared first on Security…
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Ransomware Scum — Out For Blood: NYBCe is Latest Victim
Bloody hell: New York Blood Center Enterprises crippled by ransomware scrotes unknown. The post Ransomware Scum — Out For Blood: NYBCe is Latest Victim appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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SLAP/FLOP: Apple Silicon’s ‘Son of Spectre’ Critical Flaws
Watch this: Want more “speculative execution” bugs? You’re gonna be in a great mood all day. The post SLAP/FLOP: Apple Silicon’s ‘Son of Spectre’ Critical Flaws appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Using AI To Help Keep Your Financial Data Safe
AI poses great opportunities for people and companies to implement robust systems to minimize the success and long-term effects of attacks. The post Using AI To Help Keep Your Financial Data Safe appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Hackers Use Malicious PDFs, pose as USPS in Mobile Phishing Scam
A large-scale phishing campaign is using PDF files and hidden malicious links, as well as posing at the U.S. Postal Service, in phishing campaign targeting mobile device users in hope that victims will divulge credentials and personal information, Zimperium researchers say. The post Hackers Use Malicious PDFs, pose as USPS in Mobile Phishing Scam appeared…
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GhostGPT: A Malicious AI Chatbot for Hackers
A malicious generative AI chatbot dubbed “GhostGPT” is being advertised to cybercriminals on underground forums as a tool for more quickly and efficiently creating malware, running BEC attacks, and other nefarious activities, lowering the barrier for less-skilled hackers to launch attacks. The post GhostGPT: A Malicious AI Chatbot for Hackers appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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‘Sneaky Log’ Microsoft Spoofing Scheme Sidesteps Two-Factor Security
The phishing-as-a-service kit from Sneaky Log creates fake authentication pages to farm account information, including two-factor security codes.
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Trump U-Turn: TikTok’s On-Again/Off-Again U.S. Ban
Not For You: The Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act shouldn’t be enforced, orders President Trump. The post Trump U-Turn: TikTok’s On-Again/Off-Again U.S. Ban appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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This is HUGE: Biden’s Cybersecurity Exec. Order — Big Parting Gift to Trump
Wow. Just Wow.: Joseph Robinette Biden Jr. hits the emergency “do something” button. The post This is HUGE: Biden’s Cybersecurity Exec. Order — Big Parting Gift to Trump appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Allstate Violates Drivers’ Privacy, Texas AG Alleges
Don’t Mess With Texas Privacy: “We will hold all these companies accountable,” rants state attorney general Ken Paxton (pictured). The post Allstate Violates Drivers’ Privacy, Texas AG Alleges appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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How Your Digital Footprint Fuels Cyberattacks — and What to Do About It
Where you live, where you jog, what your pet’s name is and which email address you use the most is no longer a secret to cybercriminals. Hackers are exploiting the digital breadcrumbs — your personally identifiable information (PII) — that you leave behind daily to launch their cyber attacks. So what can you do to..…
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Fortinet CISO Details ‘Phish-Free’ Phishing Scheme Using PayPal
A bad actor is using a Microsoft 365 test domain and a self-created distribution list to bypass traditional email protections and entice victims to hand over their PayPal account information in what Fortinet’s CISO is calling a “phish-free” phishing campaign. The post Fortinet CISO Details ‘Phish-Free’ Phishing Scheme Using PayPal appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Insecure Medical Devices — Illumina DNA Sequencer Illuminates Risks
IEI-IEI, Oh: Running an obsolete OS, on obsolete hardware, configured with obsolete settings. The post Insecure Medical Devices — Illumina DNA Sequencer Illuminates Risks appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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2024 Year in Review: What We Got Right and Looking to 2025
In the final episode of the Shared Security Podcast for 2024, join us as we recap our predictions for the year, discuss what we got right and wrong, and highlight our top episodes on YouTube. We also extend a heartfelt thank you to our Patreon supporters and special guests. Plus, stay tuned for our predictions…
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Rhode Island Benefits and Services Systems Hit by Ransomware
Hackers likely stole personal information such names, addresses, and SSNs in a ransomware attack on Rhode Island’s human services systems and are threatening to release the data as state and federal officials and Deloitte scrambling to mitigate the data breach. The post Rhode Island Benefits and Services Systems Hit by Ransomware appeared first on Security…
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Hacker Uses Info-Stealer Against Security Pros, Other Bad Actors
An unknown hacker called MUT-1244 used information-stealing malware to not only grab sensitive data from cybersecurity professionals but also to steal WordPress credentials from other bad actors who had bought them on the dark web. The post Hacker Uses Info-Stealer Against Security Pros, Other Bad Actors appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Snowflake Will Make MFA Mandatory Next Year
Data warehousing firm Snowflake, which saw a lot of user accounts get hacked due to poor security hygiene, is making MFA mandatory for all user accounts by November 2025. The post Snowflake Will Make MFA Mandatory Next Year appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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AI Slop is Hurting Security — LLMs are Dumb and People are Dim
Artificial stupidity: Large language models are terrible if you need reasoning or actual understanding. The post AI Slop is Hurting Security — LLMs are Dumb and People are Dim appeared first on Security Boulevard.