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At Least 30,000 U.S. Organizations Newly Hacked Via Holes in Microsoft’s Email Software

Krebs on Security

The espionage group is exploiting four newly-discovered flaws in Microsoft Exchange Server email software, and has seeded hundreds of thousands of victim organizations worldwide with tools that give the attackers total, remote control over affected systems. The backdoor web shell is verifiably present on the networks of thousands of U.S.

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12 Data Loss Prevention Best Practices (+ Real Success Stories)

eSecurity Planet

Ensure that the tools you purchase are in line with data management standards, regulatory needs, and your financial limits. Customize training materials to address these specific concerns, including data handling protocols, password management , and phishing attempt identification.

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How to Remove Malware: Removal Steps for Windows & Mac

eSecurity Planet

When that happens, all isn’t lost; it’s possible to recover from most cyber attacks with tools and techniques available to average users. We’ll go over malware removal tools and steps, and offer some tips to keep your devices from getting reinfected. Log on to your Mac by entering your device password.

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Android Spyware Monokle, developed by Russian defense contractor, used in targeted attacks

Security Affairs

. “Lookout has discovered a highly targeted mobile malware threat that uses a new and sophisticated set of custom Android surveillanceware tools called Monokle that has possible connections to Russian threat actors.” “Lookout research indicates these tools are part of a targeted set of campaigns and are developed by the St.

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IBM Cloud solution tutorials: 2023 in review

IBM Big Data Hub

Another year has passed—it felt like the whole world was talking about and trying out tools powered by generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs). From photo editing to writing emails, AI has become an indispensable tool in many settings. I wrote two blog posts about account cleanup.

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Dark Tequila Banking malware targets Latin America since 2013

Security Affairs

Module 2 – CleanUp. Module 4 – Information stealer, which is designed to steal saved passwords in email and FTP clients, as well as from browsers. It verifies if a man-in-the-middle network check is being performed, by validating the certificates with a few very popular websites. Module 5 – The USB infector.

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Weekly Vulnerability Recap – October 23, 2023 – Cisco, SolarWinds Vulnerabilities Make News

eSecurity Planet

We also highlight a study by Outpost24 that reveals startling password weaknesses in admin-level IT accounts. There’s plenty to consider in this vulnerability roundup, even if it’s just your IT team’s password habits. million passwords compiled from the Threat Compass backend. The fix: Update 2023.2.1

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