Monthly Archives: December 2024

Over 300K Prometheus Instances Exposed: Credentials and API Keys Leaking Online

Cybersecurity researchers are warning that thousands of servers hosting the Prometheus monitoring and alerting toolkit are at risk of information leakage and exposure to denial-of-service (DoS) as well as remote code execution (RCE) attacks. “Prometheus servers or exporters, often lacking proper authentication, allowed attackers to easily gather sensitive information, such as credentials and API

Gamaredon Deploys Android Spyware “BoneSpy” and “PlainGnome” in Former Soviet States

The Russia-linked state-sponsored threat actor tracked as Gamaredon has been attributed to two new Android spyware tools called BoneSpy and PlainGnome, marking the first time the adversary has been discovered using mobile-only malware families in its attack campaigns. “BoneSpy and PlainGnome target former Soviet states and focus on Russian-speaking victims,” Lookout said in an analysis. […]

AI Image Generator for iPad – Top 5 Tools for Quick Results

Looking for the best AI image generator for iPad? With the right one, you’ll easily produce beautiful images by simply inputting a description. With an ever-growing number of companies developing such tools, iPad users have an expanding array of options at their fingertips. I picked out five of the finest available ones, so check it […]

Researchers Uncover Symlink Exploit Allowing TCC Bypass in iOS and macOS

Details have emerged about a now-patched security vulnerability in Apple’s iOS and macOS that, if successfully exploited, could sidestep the Transparency, Consent, and Control (TCC) framework and result in unauthorized access to sensitive information. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2024-44131 (CVSS score: 5.3), resides in the FileProvider component, per Apple, and has been addressed with improved

SaaS Budget Planning Guide for IT Professionals

SaaS services are one of the biggest drivers of OpEx (operating expenses) for modern businesses. With Gartner projecting $247.2 billion in global SaaS spending this year, it’s no wonder SaaS budgets are a big deal in the world of finance and IT. Efficient SaaS utilization can significantly affect both the bottom line and employee productivity.  […]