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StackRot: A New Linux Kernel Flaw Allows Privilege Escalation

A new vulnerability has been found by security researchers. Dubbed StackRot, the Linux Kernel flaw is impacting versions 6.1 through 6.4. The flaw is tracked as CVE-2023-3269 and is a privilege escalation issue. An unprivileged local user can trigger the flaw to compromise the kernel and escalate privileges. As reported by BleepingComputer, responsible for discovering […]

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Malicious Insider Explained: The Call is Coming from Inside the House

For the most part, today’s modern workplace has grown accustomed to cyberattacks directed by third parties that are external to the organization. But what can you do when the call is coming from inside the house? How can you successfully discover and mitigate a malicious insider threat before it’s too late? In the following lines, […]

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Top Data Breaches in 2023: Alarming Incidents Impacting Companies

The year 2023 has witnessed a surge in data breaches and cyberattacks, posing significant challenges for organizations striving to safeguard sensitive information. Recent high-profile attacks targeting various industries, including healthcare, finance, retail, government, manufacturing, and energy, highlight the evolving threat landscape. With cybersecurity incidents becoming increasingly sophisticated, organizations must recognize the need for robust security […]

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CISA, FBI: A New Version of the Truebot Malware Is Actively Used in Attacks

A new warning was issued by CISA and the FBI! Organizations across the United States and Canada have been targeted in attacks that use a new variant of the Truebot malware. The malware takes advantage of a remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in the Netwrix Auditor software to infiltrate networks and compromise machines. Understanding Truebot […]

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Do you know why people are really afraid of AI? Answers here.

In this forward-looking, tell-all interview, Mazhar Hamayun, a Check Point Regional Architect, provides insight into the profound concerns surrounding the rapid growth of AI, delves into how we can effectively address these concerns on multiple different levels, and offers a fresh lens through which to interpret exciting, AI-related innovation. Explore thought-provoking perspectives that can enrich […]

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The best ways to balance risks and benefits of artificial intelligence

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Artificial intelligence, once on the periphery of technological advancements, has become firmly established as an indispensable tool across organizations. From finance to healthcare, AI has massively transformed how businesses operate. It continues to present an unprecedented array of possibilities. In the cyber security sphere, AI is lauded for its ability to synthesize large […]

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RedEnergy Stealer Ransomware: A New Threat Targeting Critical Infrastructure

A new strain of ransomware called RedEnergy Stealer has recently emerged, posing a significant threat to critical infrastructure systems worldwide. This sophisticated malware has caught the attention of security experts due to its highly targeted approach and potential for devastating consequences. The RedEnergy Stealer ransomware has gained notoriety for its ability to infiltrate critical infrastructure […]

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SMUGX Campaign Targets European Entities

In a recent cyberattack that has raised alarm bells across Europe, several entities in the region have become victims of a sophisticated campaign known as SMUGX. The attackers, believed to be Chinese hackers, have employed a novel technique called HTML smuggling to infiltrate their targets. The SMUGX campaign has gained significant attention due to its […]

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Internal Threats: A Major Risk to Any Business

As Daniel Wanderson wrote for Security Boulevard, a CEO must consider every aspect of his/her business – and cybersecurity is one of the most important ones since anyone can become the victim of a cyber attack. At any minute, you face external threats. At any minute, you face internal threats. It’s crucial to know how […]

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