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FIN7 sells improved EDR killer tool

The cybercrime-focused enterprise known as FIN7 (aka the Carbanak group) has come up with yet another trick to assure the effectiveness of its “EDR killer” tool, dubbed AvNeutralizer (i.e., AuKill) by researchers. By leveraging Windows’ built-in driver TTD Monitor Driver (ProcLaunchMon.sys), in conjunction with updated, Windows-trusted versions of the Process Explorer driver (procexp), the tool is able to effectively DoS some specific implementations of protected processes. “This updated version has been used in ransomware intrusions … More → The post FIN7 sells improved EDR killer tool appeared first on Help Net Security.
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ISC Stormcast For Thursday, July 18th, 2024 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/9058, (Thu, Jul 18th)

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Troubled background investigation system still under review at Pentagon

The chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee called the delays with the next-generation background investigation system a “disaster.” The post Troubled background investigation system still under review at Pentagon first appeared on Federal News Network.
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Troubled background investigation system still under review at Pentagon

The chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee called the delays with the next-generation background investigation system a “disaster.” The post Troubled background investigation system still under review at Pentagon first appeared on Federal News Network.
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Compact and scalable multiple-input multiple-output systems for future 5G networks

A 28GHz time-division multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) receiver with eight radio frequency elements, each occupying just 0.1 mm, has been developed using 65nm CMOS technology. This innovative design reduces chip size for beam-forming. Achieving -23.5 dB error vector magnitude in 64-quadrature amplitude modulation and data rates up to 9.6 Gbps, this receiver offers the highest area efficiency and fastest beam switching among reported MIMO receivers.
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Most GitHub Actions workflows are insecure in some way

Most GitHub Actions are susceptible to exploitation; they are overly privileged or have risky dependencies, according to Legit Security. GitHub Actions security flaws pose major risks The report found the GitHub Actions marketplace’s security posture to be especially concerning, with most custom Actions not verified, maintained by one developer, or generating low-security scores based on OpenSSF Scorecard. GitHub Actions security is an important aspect of open-source security. Insecure GitHub Actions could allow attackers to compromise … More → The post Most GitHub Actions workflows are insecure in some way appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Ransomware vs. Analytics Summit: How To Take a Data-Based Approach Against Security Attacks

Our panel of experts will show you how in this free, three-hour summit, where they’ll walk you through implementing and managing anti-ransomware analytics. Don’t miss it — register today!
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IRS cracking down on tax evasion in cryptocurrency industry

The IRS investigated nearly 400 cases involving virtual currency. It’s trying to find taxpayers who leave digital assets off their tax returns. The post IRS cracking down on tax evasion in cryptocurrency industry first appeared on Federal News Network.
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TAG-100 Uses Open-Source Tools in Suspected Global Espionage Campaign, Compromising Two Asia-Pacific Intergovernmental Bodies

TAG-100 uses open-source tools for espionage, targeting Asia-Pacific intergovernmental bodies. Discover their tactics and targets.
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