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Cyber Byte of the day A Microsoft SharePoint remote code execution vulnerability is being actively exploited in attacks. CVE-2024-38094 has been added to CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerability Catalog. Rapid7 discovered the attackers’ techniques through their recent investigation of a network breach. Threat actors used the flaw to gain unauthorized access to the vulnerable SharePoint server and then elevated their privilege and moved laterally across the network compromising the entire domain. They ran a batch script to install a different Antivirus, among other tasks, which created multiple conflicts that crashed the company’s legitimate antivirus services. They disabled Windows Defender, altered system logging, scanned the network and stole credentials. Third-party backups were also targeted. This vulnerability was fixed by Microsoft in the July Parch Tuesday. It is highly recommended that system administrators who have not yet updated SharePoint apply the patches as soon as possible. #cybersecurity #cyberbyte #cyber #veteranowned #veteran #smallbusiness

Digital Beachhead® Inc is in the news again!! This time it is our very own Helen Thomas who has been recognized by CEO Views as "Top 10 Best Inspiring Leaders to Watch 2024"!! Helen is one of the best with her dedication and work ethic she brings excellence to our clients. Congrats Helen!! Well deserved!! https://lnkd.in/duZegMzA

Cyber Byte of the day Hackers scan exposed Git configuration files for authentication information such as API keys, access tokens and passwords. If the configuration files are mistakenly exposed on a website, it allows threat actors to steal account credentials from repositories, such as GitHub, GitLab and BitBucket. The Sysdig Threat Research Team discovered the campaign which resulted in more than 15,000 stolen credentials from private repositories. Developers need to ensure that their private repositories are properly isolated from public access. #cybersecurity #cyberbyte #cyber #veteranowned #veteran #smallbusiness

Cyber Byte of the day Spectre Haunts Again New research has uncovered lingering vulnerabilities in both AMD and Intel processors. These vulnerabilities, similar to the Spectre flaw discovered years ago, could potentially allow attackers to steal sensitive data from your device. Stay protected: Keep your system software and operating system up-to-date with the latest security patches. Use strong, unique passwords for all your accounts. Be cautious of suspicious emails, links, and downloads. By following these simple steps, you can significantly reduce your risk of falling victim to these vulnerabilities. #cybersecurity #cyberbyte #cyber #veteranowned #veteran #smallbusiness  

Cyber Byte of the day Ransomware groups are breaching corporate networks through SonicWall VPN accounts, by exploiting, a critical SSL VPN access control flaw. The vulnerability, CVE-2024-40766, which was fixed in August 2024 allows attackers to gain unauthorized access to resources and in specific conditions crash the firewall. The issue affects SonicWall Firewall Gen 5, Gen 6 and Gen 7 unpatched devices. According to Artic Wolf researchers, the time from intrusion to data encryption is short, ranging from under 2 hours to about 10 hours. In addition to unpatched endpoints, researchers reported that the compromised organizations did not have multi-factor authentication enabled on SSL VPN accounts and ran their services on the default port 4433. #cybersecurity #cyberbyte #cyber #veteranowned #veteran #smallbusiness

Cyber Byte of the day The Rise of Biometric Hacking Biometric authentication, once considered highly secure, is now facing increasing threats from cybercriminals. Attackers can exploit vulnerabilities in biometric systems, such as fingerprint scanners and facial recognition software, to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information. This can lead to identity theft, financial fraud, and other serious consequences. To protect yourself: Be cautious about sharing biometric data: Avoid sharing biometric data with untrusted sources. Stay updated on the latest security practices: Keep your devices and software updated with the latest security patches. Use strong passwords and multi-factor authentication: In addition to biometric authentication, use strong passwords and multi-factor authentication to add an extra layer of security. #cybersecurity #cyberbyte #cyber #veteranowned #veteran #smallbusiness  

Is your browser set up to protect you? Our latest post highlights a few quick steps you can take to enhance your browser’s security and keep your data safe. If you’ve got any additional tips or questions, feel free to share them in the comments! #DigitalBeachhead #CyberSecurity #DataProtection #OnlineSafety #BrowserSecurity

Cyber Byte of the day Cyber Bytes: Top Security Threats Quantum Computing Threat to Cryptography Quantum computers have the potential to break current encryption algorithms, posing a significant threat to data security. As quantum computing technology continues to advance, organizations must prepare for a post-quantum cryptography era. #cybersecurity #cyberbyte #cyber #veteranowned #veteran #smallbusiness  

Cyber Byte of the day Microsoft warns enterprise customers that for almost a month a logging failure, caused by a bug, prevented collection of critical data used to monitor suspicious activity. Earlier this month, Business Insider reported that Microsoft’s data logging had not been consistent between September 2nd and September 19th. Microsoft’s review says that the following services were impacted to varying degrees: Microsoft Entra, Azure Logic Apps, Azure Healthcare APIs, Microsoft Sentinel, Azure Monitor, Azure Trusted Signing, Azure Virtual Desktop, and Power Platform. According to Microsoft corporate vice president, John Sheehan, the bug has been resolved and all customers have been notified. #cybersecurity #cyberbyte #cyber #veteranowned #veteran #smallbusiness