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Tag Archives: Security
Security updates: iOS 15.4.1 and macOS Monterey 12.3.1
[German]Apple has released two security updates for macOS 12.3.1 (Monterey) and iOS/iPad OS 15.4.1. These patches close vulnerabilities CVE-2022-22675 (in AppleAVD for iOS and macOS) and CVE-2022-22674 in the macOS Intel graphics driver. Apple has received reports that the vulnerabilities … Continue reading
Got lost in Defender? There is something like a Defender Cheat Sheet available
[German]Indiscreet question to the readers of this blog: Do you still have an overview of exactly what Microsoft is currently doing with its Defender? I confess that I got lost a long time ago and get confused when blogging because … Continue reading
New security feature allows driver block lists in Windows 10, 11 and Windows Server
[German]Microsoft is working on improving the protection of the current versions of Windows 10, Windows 11 and Windows Server 2016 and their successors against harmful drivers. For this purpose, Windows Defender Application Control (only available in Enterprise editions) or HVCI … Continue reading
Vulnerabilities in Wyze Cam IoT camera firmware (March 2022)
[German]Security researchers from Bitdefender are drawing attention to vulnerabilities they have discovered in the firmware of Wyze CAM IP video cameras. According to Bitdefender, attackers can bypass the authentication process, gain complete control over the device and read information and … Continue reading
Microsoft warns of (fixed) Defender spoofing vulnerability
Microsoft has sent a security alert by mail as of 30 March 2022, with a warning about a the vulnerability CVE-2022-23278. This is a spoofing vulnerability in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, which has already been closed in Android and iOS … Continue reading
Why ISL Online: Critical factors when choosing a remote desktop solution
[Sponsored Post]In the rapidly evolving IT world, choosing the right remote desktop software is critical for organizations that value security, ease of use and reliability. One provider of secure remote access that has been on the market since 2001 is ISL Online, which presents some considerations for choosing such software below. More ...
New IcedID malware campaign targets unpatched Exchange Server (March 2022)
[German]Another note to administrators of Microsoft Exchange Servers. Security researchers have observed a malware campaign that distributes the IcedID banking Trojan and targets Microsoft Exchange Servers that have not received all security updates. The attackers are attempting to hook into … Continue reading
Purple Fox with new infection vector
[German]Trend Micro Research has published a new blog post reporting on a new malware campaign. Purple Fox operators are using updated tools and a new arrival vector to infect their victims. They use fake copies of popular software like WhatsApp … Continue reading
Ukraine Doxing des FSB members, dismantles bot farms, telecom operator hit by cyber attack
[German]Ukrtelecom, the largest fixed-line provider in Ukraine, was crippled for hours by a cyber attack, which also affected the internet. Furthermore, Ukraine has been responsible for botnet farms designed to spread disinformation since the beginning of the war. Military intelligence … Continue reading
Okta admits a mistake regarding disclosure in "Lapsus$ hack"
[German]This is the "best" image that the authentication service Okta is giving off right now. The Lapsus$ gang had claimed to have hacked Okta, which possible could have threatened hundreds of customers and made them victims of attacks. But it … Continue reading
Microsoft Security Update Revisions (March 25, 2022)
Microsoft has released several revisions for security updates on 25 March 2022. The revisions address changed vulnerability assessments. Here is an uncommented overview.