In mid-December 2021, a major cybersecurity vulnerability named Log4shell was discovered in Apache Log4j, a widely-used logging utility in the Java programming language. The issue was found before it could be fixed, a situation known as a “zero-day” vulnerability. The breach is a serious concern due to its potential to expose sensitive personal data. Remedying the vulnerability is now a priority and experts recommend vigilant user behaviour and preventive measures such as identity theft protection.
Hackers Deploy AsyncRAT and SectopRAT Malware Using ScreenConnect on Windows
Cybercriminals are using new techniques such as SEO poisoning, typosquatting, and ScreenConnect, a Remote Monitoring and Management software, to infiltrate systems and compromise data. The