Netizen Blog and News
The Netizen team sharing expertise, insights and useful information in cybersecurity, compliance, and software assurance.
Category: Security
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A new cyberattack campaign named “DB#JAMMER” has emerged, specifically targeting exposed Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL) databases. The implications of this campaign are nothing short of severe, especially for organizations relying on this technology, as DB#JAMMER is no ordinary cyberattack; it’s a well-choreographed assault that employs intricate tactics, including relentless brute-force attacks aimed at breaching MSSQL…
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Security researchers from Cyfirma recently discovered that over 80,000 Hikvision surveillance cameras are still susceptible to a critical vulnerability that was patched in a security update over 2 years ago. CVE-2021-36260, which was added to the National Vulnerability Database in January of 2022, allows attackers to exploit Hikvision cameras due to their lack of input…
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Overview: Phish Tale of the Week Phishing attempts can often target specific groups that can be exploited by malicious actors and come in many different forms. In this instance, we see a phishing scam targeting PayPal users with what appears to be a link that’s supposed to “reactivate your account.” PayPal says that our account…
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Google Dorking leverages search operators to narrow down results. While useful, it can also expose vulnerabilities, as demonstrated by Hamid Firoozi’s breach of a dam’s computer system. To mitigate such risks, conduct security audits, restrict search engine access, and educate your team. Netizen offers cybersecurity solutions to safeguard your digital infrastructure.
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Security vulnerabilities are a common occurrence in managing any business’s organizational security. The prompt patching and remediation of any new vulnerabilities are critical to reducing the outside attack surface. Netizen’s Security Operations Center (SOC) has compiled five vulnerabilities from July that should be immediately patched or addressed if present in your environment. Detailed writeups below:…
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A few months ago, a song called “Heart on My Sleeve” went viral on social media: a collaboration between artists Drake and The Weeknd. It was quickly met with excitement from hip-hop fans, not only because of the song’s impressive vocal performances or the catchy lyrics from both artists, but because it was entirely AI-generated.…
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Security vulnerabilities are a common occurrence in managing any business’s organizational security. The prompt patching and remediation of any new vulnerabilities are critical to reducing the outside attack surface. Netizen’s Security Operations Center (SOC) has compiled four vulnerabilities from June that should be immediately patched or addressed if present in your environment. Detailed writeups below:…
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Security vulnerabilities are a common occurrence in managing any business’s organizational security. The prompt patching and remediation of any new vulnerabilities are critical to reducing the outside attack surface. Netizen’s Security Operations Center (SOC) has compiled five vulnerabilities from May that should be immediately patched or addressed if present in your environment. Detailed writeups below:…
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Security vulnerabilities are a common occurrence in managing any business’s organizational security. The prompt patching and remediation of any new vulnerabilities are critical to reducing the outside attack surface. Netizen’s Security Operations Center (SOC) has compiled five vulnerabilities from April that should be immediately patched or addressed if present in your environment. Detailed writeups below:…
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The cyber workforce is all around us, from the business that provides you the internet connection allowing you to view this article to the security professionals that safeguard our private information. It can be intimidating to start with such a vast array of opportunities present. Pair a career challenge with an overall bearish job market,…
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