Reboot of PunkSpider Tool at DEF CON Stirs Debate
Researchers plan to introduce a revamp of PunkSpider, which helps identify flaws in websites so companies can make their back-end systems more secure, at DEF CON.
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Discord CDN and API Abuses Drive Wave of Malware Detections
Targets of Discord malware expand far beyond gamers.
Kaseya Obtains Universal Decryptor for REvil Ransomware
The vendor will work with customers affected by the early July spate of ransomware attacks to unlock files; it’s unclear if the ransom was paid.
Top 200+ Best CMD Tricks, Tips And Hacks Of 2021 (Command-Prompt Tricks)
Best useful CMD Tricks? A hidden Terminal in Windows is just Amazing! One can use it for hacking and for security as well. This Tool is considered as the most popular tool for windows. However, We thought this tool is not built for us. But it’s n…
FBI: Cybercriminals Eyeing Broadcast Disruption at Tokyo Olympics
Expected cyberattacks on Tokyo Olympics likely include attempts to hijack video feeds, the Feds warn.
Microsoft Issues Windows 10 Workaround Fix for ‘SeriousSAM’ Bug
A privilege elevation bug in Windows 10 opens all systems to attackers to access data and create new accounts on systems.
Indictments, Attribution Unlikely to Deter Chinese Hacking, Researchers Say
Researchers are skeptical that much will come from calling out China for the Microsoft Exchange attacks and APT40 activity, but the move marks an important foreign-policy change.
What’s Next for REvil’s Victims?
Podcast: Nothing, says a ransomware negotiator who has tips on staying out of the sad subset of victims left in the lurch, mid-negotiation, after REvil’s servers went up in smoke.
Protecting Phones From Pegasus-Like Spyware Attacks
Podcast: Can a new SIM card and prepaid service from an MVNO help? Former spyware insider, current mobile white hat hacker Adam Weinberg on how to block spyware attacks.
Top CVEs Trending with Cybercriminals
An analysis of criminal forums reveal what publicly known vulnerabilities attackers are most interested in.