Serious vulnerabilities in Matrix’s end-to-end encryption are being patched
Previously overlooked flaws allow malicious homeservers to decrypt and spoof messages. Enlarge (credit: matrix.org) Developers of the open source Matrix messenger protocol are releasing an update on Thursday to fix critical en.....»»
Silex Technology AMC Protect improves cybersecurity for critical devices
Silex Technology announced their new protection service product offering called AMC Protect, a robust software management service designed to monitor and remedy vulnerabilities. AMC Protect targets customers utilizing Silex’s embedded wireless.....»»
Attackers could use vulnerabilities in Bosch Rexroth nutrunners to disrupt automotive production
Researchers have discovered over two dozen vulnerabilities in “smart” cordless nutrunners (i.e., pneumatic torque wrenches) manufactured by Bosch Rexroth that could be exploited to make the devices inoperable or their output unreliable. &.....»»
Microsoft fixes critical flaws in Windows Kerberos, Hyper-V (CVE-2024-20674, CVE-2024-20700)
For January 2024 Patch Tuesday, Microsoft has released fixes for 49 CVE-numbered vulnerabilities, two of which are critical: CVE-2024-20674 and CVE-2024-20700. None of the vulnerabilities fixed this time aroundare under active exploitation or have be.....»»
Alogic launches new MagSafe battery pack & larger Clarity monitors
In the midst of CES 2024, Alogic has launched its new slate of Apple-friendly monitors alongside the Matrix Ultimate charger which includes a new MagSafe-certified portable battery pack.Matrix Ultimate MagSafe charging stationThe new Matrix Ultimate.....»»
Hackers can infect network-connected wrenches to install ransomware
Researchers identify 23 vulnerabilities, some of which can exploited with no authentication. Enlarge / The Rexroth Nutrunner, a line of torque wrench sold by Bosch Rexroth. (credit: Bosch Rexroth) Researchers have uneart.....»»
Network-connected wrenches in factories can be hacked for sabotage or ransomware
Researchers identify 23 vulnerabilities, some of which can exploited with no authentication. Enlarge / The Rexroth Nutrunner, a line of torque wrench sold by Bosch Rexroth. (credit: Bosch Rexroth) Researchers have uneart.....»»
Unraveling the mystery of lignosuberization: A comprehensive study of periderm formation in Sikkim cucumber fruit skin
In fleshy fruits, periderm tissue often forms on the skin surface as a response to mechanical damage caused following environmental cues or developmental programs, known as lignosuberization, creating a protective, corky matrix......»»
Q&A: Researchers highlight the potential for microrobots in diagnosing and treating infectious diseases
Biofilms—structured communities of microorganisms that create a protective matrix shielding them from external threats, including antibiotics—are responsible for about 80% of human infections and present a significant challenge in medical treatme.....»»
Millions still haven’t patched Terrapin SSH protocol vulnerability
Terrapin isn't likely to be mass-exploited, but there's little reason not to patch. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) Roughly 11 million Internet-exposed servers remain susceptible to a recently discovered vulnerability tha.....»»
Influencers" vulnerabilities found to be a double-edged sword
The old adage states, "If you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen." But what if work in a kitchen pays the bills?.....»»
Unveiling the true cost of healthcare cybersecurity incidents
As healthcare organizations increasingly rely on interconnected systems, electronic health records, and telemedicine, the industry becomes a prime target for malicious actors seeking to exploit vulnerabilities. The consequences of a cybersecurity bre.....»»
This week"s best robot vacuum deals include multiple options still at Black Friday pricing
Get the Shark Matrix for $199 or the Roomba Combo j5+ with small obstacle avoidance, automatic emptying, and mopping for $499. UPDATE: Dec. 20, 2023, 5:00 a.m. EST This story has been updated to include the best deals on robot vacuums from.....»»
Inside the matrix: Nanoscale patterns revealed within model research organism
Species throughout the animal kingdom feature vital interfaces between the outermost layers of their bodies and the environment. Intricate microscopic structures—featured on the outer skin layers of humans, as one example—are known to assemble in.....»»
Argus vDome prevents cyber vehicle theft
Argus Cyber Security unveiled its Argus vDome product, an anti-theft solution focused on protecting vehicles from CAN injection attacks. Car theft is shifting from low-tech to high-tech. CAN injection attacks, for example, exploit vulnerabilities in.....»»
Ransomware trends and recovery strategies companies should know
Ransomware attacks can have severe consequences, causing financial losses, reputational damage, and operational disruptions. The methods used to deliver ransomware vary, including phishing emails, malicious websites, and exploiting vulnerabilities in.....»»
Creating a formula for effective vulnerability prioritization
In this Help Net Security interview, Michael Gorelik, CTO and Head of Malware Research at Morphisec, provides insights into the business impact of vulnerabilities. Gorelik discusses challenges posed by regulatory frameworks, incomplete asset inventor.....»»
Preserving privacy through advanced encryption techniques
At its core, encryption involves the use of algorithms, mathematical functions that manipulate data into a seemingly random and indecipherable form. This encoded information, referred to as ciphertext, can only be converted back into its original, me.....»»
Attackers are trying to exploit Apache Struts vulnerability (CVE-2023-50164)
Attackers are trying to leverage public proof-of-exploit (PoC) exploit code for CVE-2023-50164, the recently patched path traversal vulnerability in Apache Struts 2. “Attackers aim to deploy webshells, with some cases targeting the parameter &#.....»»
December 2023 Patch Tuesday: 33 fixes to wind the year down
Microsoft’s December 2023 Patch Tuesday is a light one: 33 patches, only four of which are deemed critical. “This month, Microsoft did not patch any zero-day vulnerabilities, marking only the second time in 2023 that no zero-days were fix.....»»
Meta introduces default end-to-end encryption for Messenger and Facebook
Meta is introducing default end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for chats and calls across Messenger and Facebook, the company revealed on Wednesday. Rolling out E2EE for Messenger and Facebook E2EE ensures that messages content is only visible to the perso.....»»