Russian Cozy Bear Strikes European Embassies With WinRAR Bug
Russian state hackers used a WinRAR flaw to attack foreign embassies and international organizations, according to Ukrainian government cybersecurity researchers. They acuse APT29 or Cozy Bear, from Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service, of conducting these attacks aimed at countries with significant ties to Azerbaijan during its military operation in Nagorno-Karabakh.
Microsoft Ignite 2023: How Rubrik and Microsoft Aim to Bolster Your Cyber Resilience
Microsoft proposes a four-step process to enhance data management, comprising understanding the data landscape, data protection, data loss prevention, and data governance. Greg Wlazlowski highlights the need for modern solutions like Rubrik, which provide comprehensive data security, cyber resiliency, and quicker incident response. Leveraging AI tools like Rubrik Ruby can offset cyber skills shortages and […]
Dangerous Apache ActiveMQ Exploit Allows Stealthy EDR Bypass
A proof-of-concept exploit for a critical security flaw in Apache ActiveMQ enables remote code execution on servers while remaining undetected. Although the flaw was patched by Apache, many organisations remain vulnerable. The exploit facilitates stealthier attacks on the vulnerability, allowing attackers to gain access and potentially cause damage such as account access removal, destroying data, […]
CDC releases 77,000 additional doses of RSV shot for infants amid shortage
The CDC will distribute 77,000 additional doses of Beyfortus, a respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) drug from Sanofi and AstraZeneca, to deal with shortages and unprecedented demand that has left pediatricians and hospitals struggling to stock the immunization. The doses will be distributed to physicians, hospitals, and through the Vaccines for Children Program.
Radware boosts security for major North American airport
Cyber security provider Radware is set to bolster the network and application security of a major North American airport. Radware will improve the airport’s data centre defences and application security, speeding up protection measures. The partnership with global consulting firm Wipro Limited includes the use of Radware’s Cloud Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) protection and […]
Radware boosts security for major North American airport
Radware, a cyber security solutions provider, is strengthening network and application security at a busy North American airport in partnership with global technology company, Wipro Limited. The objective is to improve the data centres and applications’ defenses while speeding up the protection process. Radware will employ its Cloud Distributed Denial of Service and cloud application […]
Top FDA official Woodcock to retire early next year
Janet Woodcock, a top official at the Food and Drug Administration, will retire in 2024 after 37 years of service. Having acted as interim commissioner before Robert Califf took office in 2022, Woodcock was once considered a likely candidate for full-time commissioner. During her tenure, she faced controversy over the approval of opioid painkillers and […]
CISA and HHS Provide Cyber Toolkit for Healthcare Organizations | Perspectives & Events
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a cybersecurity toolkit for healthcare and public health organizations. The toolkit aims to provide resources to help these organizations improve their cybersecurity and mitigate potential threats, as the sector is often targeted due to its rich data and […]
Exploring the dual role of nirmatrelvir and bisphosphonates in COVID-19 treatment and immunity
Researchers have analysed the therapeutic benefits of an antiviral drug, nirmatrelvir, and a class of drugs typically used for bone disorders, bisphosphonates, on the coronavirus. Nirmatrelvir treatment proved effective in preventing severe disease but might impact the host immune system’s ability to combat the virus in future. Meanwhile, bisphosphonates were found to enhance antibody responses […]
Identiv’s FIDO2 Security Keys Win 2023 American Security Today ASTORS Award for Best Cybersecurity Solution
Identiv has won the Platinum Award for Best Cyber Encryption Solution at the 2023 American Security Today ASTORS Homeland Security Awards. Its uTrust FIDO2 NFC Security Keys provide a multifactor authentication and cybersecurity solution for individuals, government agencies, and businesses. They are hardware-based solutions designed to combat cyber threats such as phishing and unauthorized access.
