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Mobile, Mobile security

Apple security updates are out – and not a Log4Shell mention in sight

December 14, 2021

Via: Naked Security

Amongst all the brouhaha about Log4Shell, it’s easy to forget all the other updates that surround us. Not only is it Patch Tuesday (keep your eye on our sister site news.sophos.com for the latest on that score later in the […]


Threats & Malware, Vulnerabilities

Cisco closes high-impact vulnerabilities in its security offerings

October 7, 2019

Via: Help Net Security

Cisco has fixed 18 high-impact vulnerabilities affecting several of its security offerings and is advising administrators to test and implement the offered security updates as soon as possible. “Successful exploitation of the vulnerabilities could allow an attacker to gain unauthorized […]


Application security, Network security, Security

Microsoft will continue providing Windows 7 security updates for SMBs

October 3, 2019

Via: Help Net Security

According to the latest Alert Logic’s research, most devices in small and midsize businesses (SMBs) run Windows versions that are expired or are about to expire soon. Luckily for SMBs that don’t want or can’t upgrade from Windows 7, Microsoft […]


Network security

Free Windows 7 Extended Security Updates for Some Microsoft Customers

August 27, 2019

Via: Security Week

Microsoft will be providing some of its customers with one year of free Windows 7 Extended Security Updates (ESU) after January 2020, when extended support for the platform officially ends. In September last year, the company announced plans to provide […]


Application security, Cyber-crime, Mobile, Security

‘Updates for Samsung’, the scam app with 10M+ downloads

July 5, 2019

Via: Security Affairs

Over ten million users have installed a fake Samsung app named “Updates for Samsung” that poses as firmware updates. The malicious app redirects users to a website offering and charging for firmware downloads. Technical details of the attack were shared […]


Mobile, Mobile security

Google requires 2 years of Android security updates for popular devices

October 25, 2018

Via: Security Affairs

Google continues the battle for securing devices of its users, this time making mandatory for device makers two years of Android security updates. One of the main problems with patch management is related to the distribution of security patches issued […]


Application security, Mobile security

Apple Releases Wave of Security Updates

July 11, 2018

Via: Dark Reading

Apple updates software for nearly every hardware platform, though one new feature almost steals the security show. Apple has released a set of updates to its operating system across its range of hardware, from the Apple Watch to the Mac. […]


Application security, Mobile security

What’s in your Android’s December security update?

December 14, 2017

Via: Naked Security

At the beginning of the month, Android relased two new security bulletins for December, with Google noting that Android users who can update this month should patch as soon as possible to receive mitigations and fixes for 47 vulnerabilities across all […]


Vulnerabilities

Macs Not Receiving EFI Firmware Security Updates as Expected

September 29, 2017

Via: Threat Post

Since the Thunderstrike bootkit attacks targeting Apple firmware were disclosed in 2015, Apple has bundled subsequent EFI updates with its regular macOS security and software updates in an attempt to improve protection around its hardware. Researchers at Duo Security, however, […]


Phishing

Latest phishing tactics: infected PDFs, bogus friend requests, fake HR emails

March 16, 2017

Via: Naked Security

There’s good and bad news on the phishing front. The good news: attackers don’t seem to be coming up with many new tactics to target their victims. The bad news: they don’t have to. They’re doing just fine hooking their prey with […]


Cyber-crime

NIST Issues Draft of Revisions to Cybersecurity Framework

January 18, 2017

Via: DataBreach Today

The National Institute of Standards and Technology has published a draft of its first revision to its cybersecurity framework, describing it as an update, not a major overhaul. “Just to be clear, we’re not headed toward a version 2.0 right […]


Mobile security, Vulnerabilities

Google Fixes 95 Security Vulnerabilities in Android with January Updates

January 6, 2017

Via: Softpedia

Google rolled out the January 2017 Android security updates only a few days ago, and in documentation posted on the official website, the company reveals that these fix a total of 95 vulnerabilities in the mobile operating system. Google says […]


Vulnerabilities

The Dangers of the New Windows 10 Update System

January 5, 2017

Via: Panda Security

The latest version of the Microsoft OS has become once again a topic of discussion, and this time it may carry bad news for your company’s security. As the cybersecurity expert Sami Laiho revealed on his blog, every Windows 10 […]


Malware

Tesco Bank not alone in being targeted by Retefe malware

November 11, 2016

Via: We Live Security

Tesco Bank, which recently saw thousands of its customers lose funds to cybercriminals, has been found on the target list of the so-called Retefe malware. This trojan horse goes after users’ online banking credentials, which can be then misused to […]


Vulnerabilities

October 2016 – A brave new world of security updates

October 12, 2016

Via: TrendMicro Blog

Adobe released three updates for October. The first update covers 12 CVEs in Flash – two of which were submitted through the ZDI program. While the update is marked is critical, there’s no indication any of these bugs are being […]


Virus & Malware

BrandPost: It’s National Cyber Security Month: Are Your Employees Prepared?

October 10, 2016

Via: CIO

As more connected devices are used to get business done remotely and in the office, IT leaders are challenged with keeping those devices secure. Practicing these safety tips will help their users become better online citizens. Keep Patches Up to […]


Cyber-crime, Vulnerabilities

It seems that Internet Explorer and Edge users were in danger for so long

September 22, 2016

Via: Security Affairs

Microsoft finally fixed a set of vulnerabilities in Internet Explorer years after they were discovered by black-hats in the hacking underground. I have contacted a black hat in the underground that who made a catastrophic prediction: “And millions of people affected […]


Vulnerabilities

OpenSSL to Patch High Severity Vulnerability

September 20, 2016

Via: Security Week

The OpenSSL Project announced on Monday that it will soon release updates that patch several vulnerabilities, including one rated as having “high” severity. OpenSSL versions 1.1.0a, 1.0.2i and 1.0.1u will be released on Thursday, September 22, at around 8:00 UTC. […]


Application security, Cyber warfare

Windows 7 and 8.1 updates switching to cumulative monthly rollups starting in October

August 17, 2016

Via: CSO Online

Microsoft is getting into the Windows 10 spirit for Windows 7 and 8.1 users. No, the company is not returning to its nagging tactics for the (now expired) free upgrade to Windows 10. What Microsoft is doing is making updates […]


Privacy protection, Vulnerabilities

Apple fixes FaceTime eavesdropping bug, but other flaws may remain

July 20, 2016

Via: Hot for Security

Apple issued security updates for OS X and iOS yesterday. Have you downloaded and installed them? Perhaps you should, because there are a number of serious vulnerabilities addressed that – if left unpatched – could leave your privacy and security […]