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U.S. CISA adds Apple products and Juniper Junos OS flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog
- U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) adds Apple products and Juniper Junos OS flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
- CISA added the vulnerabilities CVE-2025-21590 and CVE-2025-24201 to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
- CVE-2025-21590 is an Improper Isolation or Compartmentalization issue in Juniper Networks Junos OS that allows local attackers to compromise device integrity.
- CVE-2025-24201 is an out-of-bounds write issue exploited in sophisticated attacks; Apple released emergency security updates for it.
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Identity Theft Prevention & Identity Theft Response
- Identity theft is a common and serious crime with life-changing consequences.
- It is important to take steps to prevent identity theft, such as setting security freezes on credit files.
- If you become a victim of identity theft, report it immediately to the FTC and follow the steps on identitytheft.gov.
- It is also important to report the theft to other organizations and agencies.
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Rubrik shares jump on earnings beat and strong fiscal year outlook
- Shares in Rubrik Inc. were up over 15% in late trading today after the data security software provider impressed investors with revenue and earnings beats in its fiscal 2025 fourth quarter.
- For the quarter, Rubrik reported an adjusted earnings per share loss of 18 cents, up from a loss of $1.52 per share in the same quarter last year, on revenue of $258.1 million, up 47% year-over-year.
- Rubrik saw subscription revenue in the quarter of $243.7 million, up 54% year-over-year, with an average subscription dollar-based net revenue retention rate of over 120%.
- For its fiscal 2026 first quarter, Rubrik expects an adjusted earnings per share loss of 31 cents to 33 cents on revenue of $259 million to $261 million, and for the full year, the company expects an adjusted earnings per share loss of $1.13 to $1.23 on revenue of $1.145 billion to $1.161 billion.
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New York to Consider Bill to Strengthen Consumer Protection Law
- New York State Attorney General Letitia James has introduced a bill called the FAIR Business Practices Act to strengthen consumer protection in the state.
- The bill aims to close loopholes that make it easy for New Yorkers to be scammed and target various deceptive business practices.
- The current consumer protection law in New York, which was passed in 1970, does not cover unfair and abusive acts, making it outdated compared to other states' laws.
- The FAIR Business Practices Act has been introduced in the New York State Senate and State Assembly with the Attorney General's support.
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GitLab addressed critical auth bypass flaws in CE and EE
- GitLab addressed two critical authentication bypass vulnerabilities in Community Edition (CE) and Enterprise Edition (EE).
- GitLab released security updates to address critical vulnerabilities in Community Edition (CE) and Enterprise Edition (EE), including two critical ruby-saml authentication bypass issues.
- The vulnerabilities could allow attackers to impersonate users within the same SAML IdP, leading to potential data breaches and privilege escalation.
- GitLab encouraged affected users to upgrade to the latest version and suggested security measures for those unable to update immediately.
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“Are You Using Me Too Much?,” said No Device Ever
- Screens in every shape and form are present in our daily lives, from our kitchens to public transportation.
- Instead of banishing technology, embrace it with mindfulness by seeking a balance.
- Set family rules to refrain from using devices during meals and keep them in a common charging area at night.
- Maintain open communication with your children about technology and be a resource for their online safety.
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Take Control of Your Data: Enhancing Privacy & Security with NextDNS
- NextDNS enhances privacy and security by giving users direct control over their DNS settings.
- NextDNS encrypts DNS traffic with DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) and DNS-over-TLS (DoT) to prevent unauthorized interception.
- Users can implement custom blocklists to block connections to ad networks, malware sites, and telemetry services.
- NextDNS provides logging features but allows users to disable or set minimal logging to prioritize privacy.
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How to Prevent Ransomware Attacks on Personal Devices
- Ransomware attacks are a significant threat to personal devices, but preventive measures can safeguard against them.
- By staying informed and proactive, individuals can protect their data and devices from cybercriminals.
- Regular software updates are crucial in patching vulnerabilities that ransomware can exploit.
- Antivirus and anti-malware programs act as the first line of defense against ransomware attacks.
- Backing up data regularly, both on cloud services and external drives, is vital to prevent data loss.
- Educating yourself and family about phishing tactics can help in identifying and avoiding potential threats.
- High-risk devices like smartphones and IoT gadgets require special attention to prevent ransomware attacks.
- In the event of a ransomware attack, disconnect the device from the internet and seek professional help for recovery.
- Avoid paying ransoms as they do not guarantee file recovery and may invite future attacks.
- Being proactive and informed about cybersecurity threats is key to protecting personal devices from ransomware.
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Understanding Computer Viruses: How They Spread & How to Stay Safe
- Computer viruses are a major threat to data and privacy, capable of stealing personal information, corrupting files, and disrupting system operations.
- Viruses spread through methods such as phishing emails, malicious downloads, infected USB drives, fake ads and pop-ups, and exploiting unpatched software.
- Signs of a virus infection include slow performance, frequent crashes, unknown programs, unusual account activity, and disappearing or corrupted files.
- To stay safe, use a reliable antivirus, avoid clicking suspicious links, keep software updated, download from trusted sources, enable a firewall, and exercise caution with USB drives.
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Blackwall reels in €45M for its AI-powered reverse proxy
- Estonia-based startup Blackwall secures €45 million in funding for its AI-powered reverse proxy, GateKeeper.
- GateKeeper acts as a reverse proxy for website hosting providers, protecting over 2.3 million online services from cyberattacks.
- The AI Advisor tool helps administrators determine the appropriate traffic filtering rules for a website, while deep packet inspection is used to identify malicious requests.
- Blackwall plans to use the funding to expand its team, enhance product development, and grow its international presence.
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Lazarus Group Transfers 400 ETH and Launches New Cyber Attacks
- The Lazarus Group, linked to North Korea, transferred 400 ETH ($750,000) to Tornado Cash and laundered $2.91 billion through THORChain within the last five days.
- The group infected the NPM ecosystem with harmful packages, including 'BeaverTail', to steal credentials and access crypto wallets.
- Lazarus Group, known for crypto breaches, has been involved in various cyber attacks, such as the $1.4 billion Bybit attack in February.
- The group has scammed crypto founders with fake Zoom calls, posing as investors and infecting devices with malware to target crypto wallets.
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5 Tricks to Secure your Docker Images
- Regularly scan Docker images for vulnerabilities using tools like Docker Scout to catch issues early.
- Improve security by using minimal images, reducing unnecessary components and limiting potential vulnerabilities.
- Avoid hardcoding credentials in Dockerfiles, use environment variables or secret management tools instead.
- Run Docker containers as non-root users to limit the impact of a compromise.
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Amazon is still hosting stalkerware victims’ data weeks after breach alert
- Amazon has not disclosed whether it will take action against three phone surveillance apps, Cocospy, Spyic, and Spyzie, despite being informed by TechCrunch that it was hosting stolen phone data.
- A security researcher identified a security bug shared by the three near-identical Android apps, exposing phone data of 3.1 million individuals, many of whom are unaware of the compromise.
- TechCrunch notified Amazon of hosting data exfiltrated by the apps, with the storage buckets still active on Amazon Web Services.
- Amazon's spokesperson indicated they act swiftly on reports of violations but did not comment on the status of the servers used by the apps.
- Despite the notification from TechCrunch, Amazon has not taken action against the storage buckets containing stolen phone data.
- TechCrunch found that images uploaded by the stalkerware apps were hosted on Amazon Web Services, demonstrating a breach of privacy.
- Amazon's acceptable use policy prohibits spyware and stalkerware operations, yet the company has not addressed the issue with the apps.
- Companies like Amazon possess the resources to enforce their policies and prevent malicious use of their services.
- TechCrunch investigations into surveillance-related breaches aim to identify victims, expose surveillance operators, and identify platforms used in the operations.
- In a recent investigation, TechCrunch discovered Cocospy, Spyic, and Spyzie apps breaching privacy by uploading victims' data to Amazon's cloud servers.
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The FCC is creating a security council to bolster US defenses against cyberattacks
- The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will establish a security council to protect against cyberattacks, with a focus on combating threats from foreign adversaries, especially the Chinese Communist party.
- These attacks aim to disrupt the US infrastructure and weaken critical services.
- The council will work towards ensuring the US wins the strategic competition with China in critical technologies like AI, satellites, 5G, and quantum computing, as well as reducing foreign supply chain dependence.
- The FCC's move to address cyber threats is part of the US government's effort to consolidate resources from various agencies to tackle growing cybersecurity risks.
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MS-ISAC Loses Funding and Cooperative Agreement with CIS
- The Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) will lose its federal funding and cooperative agreement with the Center for Internet Security.
- MS-ISAC is a cybersecurity partner for 17,000 State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial (SLTT) government organizations, providing incident response support, intelligence, advisories, and more.
- The dismantling of MS-ISAC is expected to save $10 million, but it may leave state and local governments at increased risk of cyberattacks.
- This decision is criticized as a short-sighted strategy that hinders information sharing and preparedness efforts for cyber threats in government entities.
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