Monthly Archives: April 2024

China-Linked ‘Muddling Meerkat’ Hijacks DNS to Map Internet on Global Scale

A previously undocumented cyber threat dubbed Muddling Meerkat has been observed undertaking sophisticated domain name system (DNS) activities in a likely effort to evade security measures and conduct reconnaissance of networks across the world since October 2019. Cloud security firm Infoblox described the threat actor as likely affiliated with the

Best Screen Recorder for Windows 7: 5 Reliable Tools

The best screen recorder for Windows 7 can be a game-changer if you want to create tutorials and presentations. However, most screen recorders aren’t compatible with older versions of Windows. So, I tested over 25 tools and picked the best five. Ready to discover them? Best 5 Screen Recorders for Windows 7 Here are the […]

Five Reasons Why Ransomware Still Reigns

Originally published by CXO REvolutionaries.Written by Ben Corll, CISO in Residence, Zscaler.Ransomware – malicious software that encrypts data until a ransom is paid for its return or is leaked without its owner’s consent – remains a persistent threat despite ongoing efforts to combat it. Even with the billions of dollars spent to defend against it, […]

Windows 11 File Explorer has a new tab duplication feature in the latest beta

Microsoft recently released Windows 11 build 22635.3566 to the Beta Channel, containing a new feature for File Explorer. This update introduces the ability to duplicate tabs within File Explorer. Previously, users could only open new tabs or close existing ones. The ability to duplicate tabs allows users to quickly create a new tab with the same […]

U.S. DHS makes new advisory board on AI, consisting of Microsoft, OpenAI, Google CEOs +19

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the creation of a new advisory board on Friday, April 26th, 2024. The board will focus on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in critical infrastructure. The 22-member board includes CEOs from major technology companies like Microsoft, Google’s parent company Alphabet, and Nvidia. It also includes representatives from critical infrastructure sectors […]

Cyber Security Today, April 29, 2024 – Credential stuffing attacks are hitting firms using Okta ID management solutions, and more

Credential stuffing attacks are hitting firms using Okta ID management solutions, and more. Welcome to Cyber Security Today. It’s Monday, April 29, 2024. I’m Howard Solomon. Credential stuffing attacks on organizations that use Okta’s identity and access management solutions have spiked in the last nine days. The company issued that warning on Saturday. It comes […]

Best Browser for Multiple Profiles – Top 5 Options

Looking for the best browser for multiple profiles? You’re at the right place! If you want to separate personal and professional workspaces, add different accounts for multiple clients, or need storage in multiple browsers, read on. In this guide, I’ll discuss the five best options and assist you in finding the one suited to your […]

Navigating the Threat Landscape: Understanding Exposure Management, Pentesting, Red Teaming and RBVM

It comes as no surprise that today’s cyber threats are orders of magnitude more complex than those of the past. And the ever-evolving tactics that attackers use demand the adoption of better, more holistic and consolidated ways to meet this non-stop challenge. Security teams constantly look for ways to reduce risk while improving security posture, but many