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Thousands of unpatched VMware ESXi servers hit by ransomware via old bug (CVE-2021-21974)

Late last week, unknown attackers launched a widespread ransomware attack hitting VMware ESXi hypervisors via CVE-2021-21974, an easily exploitable vulnerability that allows them to run exploit code remotely, without prior authentication. Patches for CVE-2021-21974, a vulnerability in ESXi’s OpenSLP service, have been provided by VMware two years ago, and this attack has revealed just how many servers are out there are still unpatched, with the SLP service still running and the OpenSLP port (427) still … More → The post Thousands of unpatched VMware ESXi servers hit by ransomware via old bug (CVE-2021-21974) appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Nevada Ransomware has released upgraded locker

Resecurity has identified a new version of Nevada Ransomware which recently emerged on the Dark Web right before the start of 2023. The actors behind this new project have an affiliate platform first introduced on the RAMP underground community, which is known for initial access brokers (IABs) and other cybercriminal actors and ransomware groups. Around February 1, 2023 – the group distributed an updated locker written in Rust for their affiliates supporting Windows, Linux and … More → The post Nevada Ransomware has released upgraded locker appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Splashtop Antivirus powered by Bitdefender helps businesses protect their endpoints

Splashtop launched Splashtop Antivirus powered by Bitdefender, enabling MSPs and IT teams to protect their endpoints against threats with the benefit of a centralized management experience. The latest offering elevates Splashtop’s commitment to protecting users on multiple fronts, from securing endpoints to enabling secure remote access from any device. Splashtop Antivirus powered by Bitdefender provides the anti-malware, antivirus, and other powerful security capabilities necessary to ensure today’s business endpoints are kept safe from modern cyber … More → The post Splashtop Antivirus powered by Bitdefender helps businesses protect their endpoints appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Foxconn’s January sales surge

January revenue jumped 48.2 percent.
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Week in review: Rail transport cybersecurity, “verified” OAuth apps used to infiltrate organizations

Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: Mounting cybersecurity pressure is creating headaches in railway boardrooms In this Help Net Security interview, Dimitri van Zantvliet is the Cybersecurity Director/CISO of Dutch Railways, and co-chair to the Dutch and European Rail ISAC, talks about cyber attacks on railway systems, build a practical cybersecurity approach, as well as cyber legislation. Critical OpenEMR vulnerabilities may allow attackers to access patients’ … More → The post Week in review: Rail transport cybersecurity, “verified” OAuth apps used to infiltrate organizations appeared first on Help Net Security.
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ExtraHop and Binary Defense join forces to protect customers against advanced threats

ExtraHop partners with Binary Defense to offer Reveal(x) 360, ExtraHop’s SaaS-based network detection and response (NDR) solution, as a managed service. As threats rapidly evolve, cybersecurity teams are finding themselves more strapped for resources than ever before, with shrinking budgets and widening talent gaps. Highlighting these concerns, ExtraHop’s 2022 Cyber Confidence Index cited training as a top challenge when it comes to defending against cyberattacks. To better address this vulnerability, ExtraHop and Binary Defense are … More → The post ExtraHop and Binary Defense join forces to protect customers against advanced threats appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Gigamon names Chaim Mazal as CSO

Gigamon announced that Chaim Mazal has been named Chief Security Officer (CSO), joining the Gigamon executive leadership team and will report directly to President and CEO Shane Buckley. Mr. Mazal will be responsible for global security, information technology, network operations, governance, risk, compliance, and internal business systems, as well as the security of Gigamon product offerings. Prior to joining Gigamon, Mr. Mazal served in several executive leadership positions, most recently at Kandji as the SVP … More → The post Gigamon names Chaim Mazal as CSO appeared first on Help Net Security.
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