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What is Event Streaming in Apache Kafka?
- Event streaming is a powerful data processing paradigm where events—small, immutable pieces of data—are continuously produced, captured, and processed in real time.
- Apache Kafka is an open-source distributed event streaming platform that has become the go-to solution for implementing event streaming in modern systems.
- Kafka enables event streaming through its producers, consumers, distributed architecture, retention capabilities, and stream processing tools like Kafka Streams and Apache Flink.
- Event streaming with Kafka is beneficial for real-time data processing, decoupling of producers and consumers, scalability, reliability, and applications like real-time analytics, event-driven architectures, and data integration.
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Nessus scanner agents went offline due to a faulty plugin update
- Tenable disabled two Nessus scanner agent versions after a faulty plugin update caused agents to go offline.
- The company temporarily paused plugin updates and disabled the affected agent versions.
- The issue caused Nessus Agent versions 10.8.0 and 10.8.1 to go offline during differential plugin updates.
- Tenable released Nessus Agent v10.8.2 to fix the problem, requiring users to upgrade or downgrade their agents.
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HackTrack Hackingblogs Weekly Breach Letter : HBW106
- 15 million URL login credentials exposed, urging improved cybersecurity procedures.
- Schneider Electric data leaked after ransom refusal.
- Sensitive info of 650,000 exposed in RIBridges data breach.
- Chinese hackers breach U.S. Treasury's Sanctions Office.
- PhoneMondo data breach exposes 20 million records in the telecom industry.
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NonEuclid RAT Detection: Malware Enables Adversaries to Gain Unauthorized Remote Access and Control Over a Targeted System
- The rise in malware variants gives attackers unauthorized remote access and control over targeted systems.
- NonEuclid RAT is an emerging stealthy malware with advanced detection evasion techniques, privilege escalation, and ransomware encryption.
- To counter emerging threats, cybersecurity researchers recommend using CTI-enriched detection rules and tools like SOC Prime Platform.
- NonEuclid RAT applies offensive tools to bypass detection, elevate privileges, and establish persistence on affected computers.
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Predictions for cyberthreats and trends in 2025 from Kaspersky experts | Kaspersky official blog
- AI will become an everyday work tool
- Scammers scamming in relation to new games and movies
- Subscription scams will flourish
- Social networks could be banned
- User rights over personal data will expand
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China-linked Salt Typhoon APT compromised more US telecoms than previously known
- China-linked Salt Typhoon group compromised more US telecoms than previously known.
- The Chinese cyberspies targeted Charter Communications and Windstream.
- They exploited vulnerabilities in network devices from major vendors such as Cisco and Fortinet.
- The hacking campaign has been active for 1-2 years and targeted government entities and telecom companies.
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How to Implement Fake Account Detection on WhatsApp and Telegram
- The rise of digital communication platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram has brought convenience but also challenges like fake accounts.
- Fake accounts on WhatsApp and Telegram are fraudulent profiles created to deceive or exploit users.
- Fake account detection helps identify and eliminate these profiles to protect personal and business communications.
- To perform fake account detection on WhatsApp, watch for unverified numbers, generic display pictures, spam messages, irrelevant group invites, and lack of personalization.
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CrowdStrike Claws Back $30 Billion Lost to Mass Tech Outage
- CrowdStrike recovered the $30 billion in market value it lost after a worldwide tech outage caused by a botched update.
- The company's shares are now worth more than they were before the glitch.
- CrowdStrike turned the crisis into a competitive advantage and retained customer trust.
- While some customers, like Delta Air Lines, have sought compensation, the company has seen a 97% customer retention rate.
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PLAYFULGHOST backdoor supports multiple information stealing features
- PLAYFULGHOST is a new malware family with multiple features including keylogging, screen and audio capture, remote shell access, and file transfer/execution.
- The PLAYFULGHOST backdoor is distributed through phishing emails and bundling with popular applications like LetsVPN, using SEO poisoning.
- It uses DLL search order hijacking and side-loading to execute malicious DLLs, along with other additional malware families and utilities like BOOSTWAVE and TERMINATOR.
- PLAYFULGHOST maintains persistence through run registry keys, scheduled tasks, startup folder, and Windows services.
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Nuclei flaw allows signature bypass and code execution
- A vulnerability in Nuclei, an open-source vulnerability scanner, allows attackers to bypass signature checks and execute malicious code.
- The vulnerability stems from discrepancies in newline handling and multi-signature processing, enabling injection of malicious content into templates.
- The vulnerability impacts versions of Nuclei later than 3.0.0 and has been addressed in version v3.3.2.
- Exploiting this vulnerability could lead to arbitrary command execution, data exfiltration, or system compromise.
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Instagram Fake Account Detection: The Ultimate Cheat Sheet
- Fake Instagram accounts are becoming increasingly prevalent and pose risks to privacy, security, and credibility.
- Identifying fake accounts is crucial for maintaining a safe digital space and preventing scams.
- Key signs of fake accounts include empty profiles, unrealistic follower ratios, generic comments, stock images, and suspicious links.
- Tools such as Instagram's reporting system, profile audits, and AI tools can aid in fake account detection.
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Security Affairs newsletter Round 505 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION
- Malicious npm packages target Ethereum developers
- US Treasury Department sanctioned Chinese cybersecurity firm linked to Flax Typhoon APT
- FireScam Android info-stealing malware supports spyware capabilities
- Richmond University Medical Center data breach impacted 674,033 individuals
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Cybertruck OR Spytruck : Elon Musk Shows Tesla’s Remote Vehicle Monitoring and Control After Cybertruck Explosion
- An explosion involving a Tesla Cybertruck occurred outside the Trump International Hotel in Vegas, leading to one fatality and several injuries.
- Elon Musk remotely unlocked the Cybertruck for law enforcement and provided them with video footage from charging stations to track the location of the vehicle.
- The incident raises concerns about data privacy and the power of manufacturers to access personal information from connected vehicles.
- Tesla's actions highlight the evolving landscape of the automotive industry and the need to scrutinize automakers' roles in surveillance and data gathering.
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Fake Account Detection in Snapchat ! How to Report it
- Snapchat employs various methods for fake account detection including advanced algorithms, machine learning, and user reporting.
- Automated detection using AI helps identify unusual activities such as spamming or excessive use of automated bots, while community alerts and verified badges also aid in detecting fake accounts.
- To report a fake account on Snapchat, users can visit the profile, tap the three dots, select 'Report,' choose the reason related to fake account detection, and follow the prompts to submit.
- Snapchat's detection and reporting system plays a significant role in keeping the platform safe, with immediate action taken upon receiving reports and measures taken to prevent account recreation.
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Malicious npm packages target Ethereum developers
- Malicious npm packages target Ethereum developers, impersonating Hardhat plugins to steal private keys and sensitive data.
- Researchers have discovered a supply chain attack targeting the Nomic Foundation and Hardhat platforms, using malicious npm packages.
- Twenty malicious packages impersonating Hardhat have been identified with over one thousand downloads.
- Attackers steal private keys and configuration details, emphasizing the need for stricter auditing tools.
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