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ConnectWise
ScreenConnect flaws exploited to deliver all kinds of malware (CVE-2024-1709, CVE-2024-1708)

The recently patched vulnerabilities (CVE-2024-1709, CVE-2024-1708) in ConnectWise ScreenConnect software are being exploited by numerous attackers to deliver a variety of …

HNS
McAfee Social Privacy Manager helps users keep their posts and personal information more private

McAfee announced the launch of Social Privacy Manager to its McAfee+ product line-up. This protection tool makes it easy for consumers to gain and maintain control of their …

HNS
NTT DATA partners with Schneider Electric to drive AI innovation at the edge

NTT DATA and Schneider Electric have unveiled a co-innovation that empowers enterprises to harness the power of edge computing. The strategic partnership introduces a unique …

Web Check
Web Check: Open-source intelligence for any website

Web Check offers thorough open-source intelligence and enables users to understand a website’s infrastructure and security posture, equipping them with the knowledge to …

No Excel
It’s time for security operations to ditch Excel

Security teams are hiding an embarrassing secret from the outside world: despite their position at the vanguard of technology, security risks and threats, their actual war …

CVE
CVE count set to rise by 25% in 2024

The report from Coalition indicates an anticipated 25% rise in the total count of published common vulnerabilities and exposures (CVEs) for 2024, reaching 34,888 …

cybersecurity regulations
Escalating cyber threats spark demand for stronger regulations

As the frequency and sophistication of cyber threats continue to escalate, the need for robust cybersecurity regulations has never been more critical. In this Help Net …

School
Cybersecurity crisis in schools

Primary school systems handle sensitive data concerning minors, while higher education institutions must safeguard intellectual property data, making them prime targets for …

cybersecurity week in review
Week in review: 10 cybersecurity startups to watch, admins urged to remove VMware vSphere plugin

Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: Inside the strategy of Salesforce’s new Chief Trust Officer In this Help Net …

Avast
Avast ordered to pay $16.5 million for misuse of user data

The Federal Trade Commission will require software provider Avast to pay $16.5 million and prohibit the company from selling or licensing any web browsing data for advertising …

botnet
The old, not the new: Basic security issues still biggest threat to enterprises

In 2023, cybercriminals saw more opportunities to “log in” versus hack into corporate networks through valid accounts – making this tactic a preferred weapon for …

New infosec products of the week
New infosec products of the week: February 23, 2024

Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from ManageEngine, Metomic, Pindrop, and Truffle Security. Pindrop Pulse offers …

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