CISA releases ESXiArgs ransomware recovery script
According to the latest data, the number of ESXiArgs ransomware victims has surpassed 3,800, and CISA has published a recovery script for victim organizations. Fixing the mess The attacks started late last week and are still ongoing. Investigations p.....»»
Ransomware gang targets IT workers with new RAT masquerading as IP scanner
Ransomware-as-a-service outfit Hunters International is wielding a new remote access trojan (RAT). “The malware, named SharpRhino due to its use of the C# programming language, is delivered through a typosquatting domain impersonating the legit.....»»
Email attacks skyrocket 293%
Email attacks have surged by 293% in the first half of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, according to Acronis. The number of ransomware detections was also on the rise, increasing 32% from Q4 2023 to Q1 2024. Ransomware remains a top threat f.....»»
Apple releases developer beta 5 for visionOS 2, watchOS 11, and tvOS 18
Today Apple has released new developer betas for its full lineup of software platforms. Joining the latest betas for macOS Sequoia and iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, Apple has released beta 5 for visionOS 2, tvOS 18, and watchOS 11. more….....»»
Apple hands out fifth beta round of fall OS updates to developers
Apple has moved to its fifth generation of fall betas, bringing out new builds of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, tvOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11, and visionOS 2 for testing.Apple releases fifth developers betas for iOS 18 and the restThe fifth round appears a.....»»
Rapid7 releases Command Platform, unified attack defense and response
Rapid7 launched its Command Platform, a unified threat exposure, detection, and response platform. It allows customers to integrate their critical security data to provide a unified view of vulnerabilities, exposures, and threats from endpoint to clo.....»»
Binary Defense releases MDR Plus managed security solution
Binary Defense released of MDR Plus, a managed security solution for companies looking to improve their security program and increase technology diversification. MDR Plus focuses on delivering security outcomes through Binary Defense’s BD Platform......»»
New Veeam Data Cloud release delivers Microsoft 365 backup and recovery
Veeam Software announced the next generation of Veeam Data Cloud for Microsoft 365 with the new capabilities offered by Microsoft 365 Backup Storage. Veeam Data Cloud, built on Microsoft Azure, provides backup-as-a-service (BaaS) for Microsoft 365, e.....»»
Even Samsung’s chief isn’t happy about the direct comparisons to Apple’s designs
It seems that the Samsung chief isn’t too happy about the company’s latest releases over claims it looks too much like Apple’s products. The post Even Samsung’s chief isn’t happy about the direct comparisons to Apple’s designs appeared fi.....»»
New infosec products of the week: August 2, 2024
Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from: Adaptive Shield, Fortanix, Clutch Security, Nucleus Security, Wing Security and Synack. Adaptive Shield unveils ITDR platform for SaaS Adaptive Shield has u.....»»
Record-breaking $75 million ransom paid to cybercrime group
Ransomware attacks have reached new heights of ambition and audacity over the past year, marked by a notable surge in extortion attacks, according to a Zscaler. The findings from the report uncovered a record-breaking ransom payment of $75 million to.....»»
Nintendo releases The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom earbuds
Nintendo releases The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom earbuds.....»»
Russia releases former BorgWarner exec Paul Whelan and Wall Street Journal reporter in multinational prisoner swap
Whelan, a former Marine and BorgWarner manager, was arrested in Moscow in December 2018. He was found guilty of spying in 2020 and sentenced to 16 years in prison in 2020. .....»»
Some big Xbox games might finally get release dates at Gamescom
There are three big upcoming releases from Xbox this year that'll take centerstage at Gamescom later this month......»»
Russia releases former BorgWarner exec Paul Whelan and Wall Street Journal reporter in prisoner swap, report says
Whelan, a former Marine and BorgWarner manager, was arrested in Moscow in December 2018. He was found guilty of spying in 2020 and sentenced to 16 years in prison in 2020. .....»»
Infosec products of the month: July 2024
Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past month, featuring releases from: AttackIQ, AuditBoard, Black Kite, BlueVoyant, Druva, GitGuardian, Invicti Security, IT-Harvest, LogRhythm, LOKKER, NordVPN, Pentera, Permit.io, Prompt Secu.....»»
The Google Pixel 9 may not have the Android version you expected
Typically, Google releases new Pixel devices with the latest version of Android. But this year may be a drastic departure from a multiyear tradition......»»
Cohesity unveils enhanced GenAI capabilities for faster threat detection and recovery
Cohesity extended its first-mover advantage in GenAI detection and recovery capabilities with the addition of significant new enhancements to the Cohesity Data Cloud. These improvements allow customers to use Cohesity’s built-in AI capabilities to.....»»
Apple stealthily adds minor features in iOS 17.6, macOS 14.6 releases
The M3 MacBook Pro now supports multiple external monitors. Enlarge / iOS 17.6 installing on an iPhone 13 Pro. (credit: Samuel Axon) Apple has some minor updates for all its operating systems, and the releases include iO.....»»
Researchers create a cell atlas of the regenerating liver
The liver has a remarkable ability to regenerate. This property is crucial for maintaining organ function and recovery after injury or surgery. Scientists from the University of Leipzig Medical Center, the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthro.....»»
VMware ESXi auth bypass zero-day exploited by ransomware operators (CVE-2024-37085)
Ransomware operators have been leveraging CVE-2024-37085, an authentication bypass vulnerability affecting Active Directory domain-joined VMware ESXi hypervisors, to gain full administrative access to them and encrypt their file system. VMware owner.....»»