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XCSSET malware now targets macOS 11 and M1-based Macs

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XCSSET is a Mac malware that was discovered by Trend Micro in August 2020, it was spreading through Xcode projects and exploits two zero-day vulnerabilities to steal sensitive information from target systems and launch ransomware attacks. The malware also implements ransomware behavior, it is able to encrypt files and display a ransom note.

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Cyber Packs: How They're Key to Improving the Nation's Cybersecurity

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Tue, 05/17/2022 - 05:36. In a previous blog post, I discussed how The White House Executive Order issued on May 12, 2021 laid out new, rigorous government cyber security standards for federal agencies. The document requires agencies to achieve specific goals for embracing zero trust by the end of Fiscal Year (FY) 2024.

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New variant for Mac Malware XCSSET compiled for M1 Chips

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XCSSET is a Mac malware that was discovered by Trend Micro in August 2020, it was spreading through Xcode projects and exploits two zero-day vulnerabilities to steal sensitive information from target systems and launch ransomware attacks. ” If you want to receive the weekly Security Affairs Newsletter for free subscribe here.

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CryptoAgility to take advantage of Quantum Computing

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Tue, 05/04/2021 - 09:40. The same goes with the advent of Quantum Computing , which is supposed to bring exponential computing power that shall not only bring endless benefits but also raises question marks on the current state of cryptography that is the bedrock of all information security as we know today.