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🗓️ Wednesday, March 29, 2023

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RISKY BIZ NEWS: WHITE HOUSE BARS FEDERAL AGENCIES FROM USING ROGUE COMMERCIAL
SPYWARE

2023-03-29 00:00:00 UTC

In a recent update from Risky Biz News, it has been reported that the White
House has banned all federal agencies from using rogue commercial spyware. The
announcement was made in a short podcast hosted by Catalin Cimpanu and read by
Claire Aird. The newsletter version of the podcast can be found by clicking the
provided link.

RISKY BUSINESS #701 -- WHY INFOSEC IS WRONG ABOUT TIKTOK

2023-03-29 00:00:00 UTC

In this week's episode of Risky Business, Patrick Gray, Adam Boileau, and Tom
Uren discuss various security news. They talk about the Biden White House's
executive order on spyware, the need to ditch file transfer gateways due to the
Clop campaign, a major Android app booted from the store for having 0day privesc
exploits, and more. They also highlight why the infosec community is wrong about
TikTok. The episode is sponsored by RunZero, with HD Moore as the guest sponsor.
You can find links to everything discussed below and follow the hosts on
Mastodon. Note that some parts of Patrick's audio are degraded in this episode.

MANDIANT CATCHES ANOTHER NORTH KOREAN GOV HACKER GROUP

2023-03-28 21:57:06 UTC

Mandiant, a cybersecurity firm, has identified another North Korean government
hacker group, known as APT43. The group is considered a
"moderately-sophisticated cyber operator that supports the interests of the
North Korean regime." This discovery was reported on SecurityWeek.

TROJANIZED TOR BROWSERS TARGET RUSSIANS WITH CRYPTO-STEALING MALWARE

2023-03-28 21:49:13 UTC

Russian and Eastern European users of the Tor web browser are being targeted
with crypto-stealing malware. The trojanized installers, which have seen a
recent surge, contain clipboard-hijacking malware that can intercept and steal
currency transactions.

WINDOWS 11 KB5023774 UPDATE CAUSES RED DEAD REDEMPTION LAUNCH ISSUES

2023-03-28 20:10:09 UTC

Microsoft is looking into a problem caused by the KB5023774 March 2023 preview
update for Windows 11, which is causing launch issues for Red Dead Redemption 2
on some devices.

WINDOWS 11 KB5023774 UPDATE CAUSES RED DEAD REDEMPTION 2 LAUNCH ISSUES

2023-03-28 20:10:09 UTC

Microsoft is currently investigating an issue with its KB5023774 update that is
causing Red Dead Redemption 2 to fail to launch on certain devices. The update,
which was released in March 2023, is known to have issues that are affecting
some players. Microsoft is actively working to find a solution to the problem.

WIFI PROTOCOL FLAW ALLOWS ATTACKERS TO HIJACK NETWORK TRAFFIC

2023-03-28 19:05:30 UTC

A new security flaw has been discovered in the IEEE 802.11 WiFi protocol
standard, which can be exploited by cyber attackers to hijack network traffic.
Researchers found that this flaw enables access points to leak network frames in
plaintext format, leaving them vulnerable to interception. This design flaw
poses a huge risk to WiFi users, and urgent measures are being taken to address
the issue.

ACROPALYPSE NOW - COMPUTERPHILE

2023-03-28 18:46:41 UTC

Researchers have discovered a concerning bug in Pixel phones. The bug causes
cropped images to contain a vast amount of the original image in the cropped
file. Computerphile's Drs Steve Bagley & Mike Pound explain the issue in a new
video. This discovery raises concerns about image privacy and security.

MICROSOFT PUTS CHATGPT TO WORK ON AUTOMATING CYBERSECURITY

2023-03-28 18:45:40 UTC

Microsoft has launched Security Copilot, an automation tool for cybersecurity
tasks that runs on ChatGPT. The technology helps organizations automate their
security tasks and Microsoft has made a preview version available for users. The
company's move to improve cybersecurity also indicates a potential shift in the
future of technology.

VIDEO: HOW TO BUILD RESILIENCE AGAINST EMERGING CYBER THREATS

2023-03-28 18:34:14 UTC

Learn how to protect yourself from cyber threats with SecurityWeek's new video
tutorial: 'How to Build Resilience Against Emerging Cyber Threats.' The session
discusses three cases where organizations were caught off guard and offers tips
for staying ahead of the latest threats. Check out the video now on
SecurityWeek's website.

WINDOWS 11 KB5023778 UPDATE ADDS PROMOTIONS TO THE START MENU

2023-03-28 18:31:54 UTC

Microsoft has made the optional March 2023 non-security preview update available
for Windows 11. This update brings a few changes to the Start menu, such as a
color-matching search box. However, it also includes ads that Microsoft
describes as "notifications for Microsoft accounts."

EU COMMISSION DOESN'T UNDERSTAND WHAT'S WRITTEN IN ITS OWN CHAT CONTROL BILL

2023-03-28 18:25:13 UTC

The EU Commission is facing criticism after reports emerged that they lack a
clear understanding of certain aspects of their own chat control legislation.
This revelation has sparked concern among experts, with many suggesting that the
EU's proposed regulations may not be fit for purpose.

MICROSOFT INTRODUCES GPT-4 AI-POWERED SECURITY COPILOT TOOL TO EMPOWER DEFENDERS

2023-03-28 18:08:00 UTC

Microsoft has introduced a new AI-powered security tool called Security Copilot.
The tool was created using OpenAI's GPT-4 generative AI and Microsoft's own
security-specific model. Security Copilot allows cybersecurity analysts to
rapidly respond to threats, process signals, and offer "end-to-end defense at
machine speed and scale." This preview of Security Copilot reflects Microsoft's
ongoing efforts to utilize AI in their cybersecurity initiatives.

UK SETS UP FAKE BOOTER SITES TO MUDDY DDOS MARKET

2023-03-28 17:26:07 UTC

The UK's National Crime Agency has created fake DDoS-for-hire sites to gather
information on users and deter them from launching attacks. The agency hopes to
increase awareness of the illegality of such actions and minimize the demand for
DDoS services.

MICROSOFT BRINGS GPT-4-POWERED SECURITY COPILOT TO INCIDENT RESPONSE

2023-03-28 17:11:37 UTC

Microsoft has introduced a new artificial intelligence-powered assistant called
Security Copilot, designed to aid in incident response, threat hunting, and
security reporting. The assistant is like a ChatGPT and leverages Microsoft's
threat intelligence network to provide quicker decision-making, enhancing
overall security measures.

CEREBRAS-GPT: A FAMILY OF OPEN, COMPUTE-EFFICIENT, LARGE LANGUAGE MODELS

2023-03-28 16:34:15 UTC

Cerebras Systems has announced the launch of Cerebras-GPT, a new family of open,
compute-efficient, large language models. These models will allow organizations
to easily create and train natural language processing (NLP) applications. The
new technology is expected to revolutionize the field of natural language
processing and enable faster and more efficient development of NLP-powered
applications.

CROWN RESORTS CONFIRMS RANSOM DEMAND AFTER GOANYWHERE BREACH

2023-03-28 16:26:40 UTC

Crown Resorts, the biggest entertainment and gambling firm in Australia, has
reportedly been a victim of a data breach. The company verified the incident to
have occurred after its GoAnywhere server for secure file-sharing experienced a
hack using a zero-day vulnerability. A ransom demand was also confirmed by the
company following the breach.

BICYCLE

2023-03-28 16:19:48 UTC

A new thread was posted on HN. Check it out!

LEARN TO HACK WEB APPS - LIVE

2023-03-28 15:49:12 UTC

A live course on hacking web applications is available, covering pentesting,
appSec, and a Q&A session under the hashtag #askMeAnything. Join now to learn
valuable skills in cybersecurity.

NEWLY EXPOSED APT43 HACKING GROUP TARGETING US ORGS SINCE 2018

2023-03-28 15:00:00 UTC

A recently-unveiled hacking organization, known as APT43, has been targeting
entities in the United States, Europe, Japan, and South Korea since 2018. This
North Korean group has aimed its attacks at government organizations, think
tanks, and academics.

THE END-USER PASSWORD MISTAKES PUTTING YOUR ORGANIZATION AT RISK

2023-03-28 14:07:14 UTC

The weak password habits of end-users can endanger organizations, warns experts.
Not all passwords are created equal, and it's crucial to understand the
vulnerabilities of password-protected systems, experts say.

PASSBOLT + YUBIKEY 2FA IN COMMUNITY EDITION!

2023-03-28 14:00:26 UTC

Passbolt, an open-source password manager, has announced the addition of YubiKey
2FA to its community edition. A tutorial video has been released covering the
three 2FA options available in Passbolt: TOTP, YubiKey, and DUO, and how to
enable them. The video includes a discount code for the Pro version of Passbolt
and provides links to relevant documentation and equipment. The addition of
YubiKey 2FA enhances the security of Passbolt and makes it a more attractive
option for those concerned with online security.

NIGERIAN BEC SCAMMER SENTENCED TO PRISON IN US

2023-03-28 13:52:03 UTC

Solomon Ekunke Okpe, a Nigerian national, has been sentenced to four years
imprisonment in the US for his part in a business email compromise (BEC) fraud
scheme. The sentence was imposed after Okpe's involvement in a BEC ring was
discovered. The news was reported by SecurityWeek.

LATITUDE FINANCIAL DATA BREACH NOW IMPACTS 14 MILLION CUSTOMERS

2023-03-28 13:50:17 UTC

Australian loan provider, Latitude Financial Services, has revealed that its
data breach has now affected 14 million clients, rather than the previously
stated 328,000 individuals. The company has issued a warning to its customers,
with concerns over the severity of the breach.

THE U.S. GOVERNMENT RESTRICTS THE USE OF SPYWARE, WHITE HOUSE SAYS

2023-03-28 13:32:28 UTC

The White House has announced that the US government will restrict the use of
spyware after at least 50 officials were targeted by invasive commercial spyware
designed to hack mobile phones and track movements. President Biden has signed
an executive order limiting the use of potent surveillance tools by the US
government to prevent further breaches.

CHINA’S NUCLEAR ENERGY SECTOR TARGETED IN CYBERESPIONAGE CAMPAIGN

2023-03-28 13:25:52 UTC

Security researchers have discovered that a South Asian espionage group named
Bitter has launched a cyberespionage campaign aimed at the Chinese nuclear
energy sector. The group is believed to be targeting specific personnel within
the sector in order to access sensitive information. The incident has raised
concerns about the security of China's nuclear facilities. The story was
highlighted on SecurityWeek.

YOU CAN BUY THIS HACKED YOUTUBE CHANNEL

2023-03-28 13:00:20 UTC

A hacked YouTube channel is up for sale at https://j-h.io/snyk. In addition to
this, users can try Snyk for free, a tool that discovers vulnerabilities in
their own code and apps. Users are encouraged to support the channel by liking,
commenting, and subscribing. Meanwhile, a list of affiliates, including SEKTOR7,
Humble Bundle, and Zero-Point Security, are offering free or discounted learning
opportunities. The owner's social media handles and contact info are also
provided, including inquiries on sponsorship and malware submission.

SECURITYSCORECARD GUARANTEES ACCURACY OF ITS SECURITY RATINGS

2023-03-28 13:00:00 UTC

SecurityScorecard is now offering customers who have scored an ‘A’ rating and
have experienced a breach free digital forensics and incident response (DFIR)
services. The company is guaranteeing the accuracy of its security ratings,
ensuring the protection of its customers' security systems. This was reported by
SecurityWeek.

CHATGPT DATA BREACH CONFIRMED AS SECURITY FIRM WARNS OF VULNERABLE COMPONENT
EXPLOITATION

2023-03-28 12:59:20 UTC

OpenAI has confirmed a data breach in ChatGPT, with a component being exploited
due to a vulnerability identified by a security firm. The firm warns that the
component is still vulnerable and could be exploited further. The incident has
been reported as a security concern in the news outlet SecurityWeek.

PAKISTAN-ORIGIN SIDECOPY LINKED TO NEW CYBERATTACK ON INDIA'S MINISTRY OF
DEFENCE

2023-03-28 12:31:00 UTC

SideCopy, an APT group with ties to Pakistan, has been linked to a new
cyberattack on India's Ministry of Defence. The group is known for targeting
India and Afghanistan and is now using a phishing campaign to deliver Action
RAT. Reports from Cyble suggest that the operation is designed to target DRDO,
the research and development arm of the Ministry.

ICEDID MALWARE SHIFTS FOCUS FROM BANKING FRAUD TO RANSOMWARE DELIVERY

2023-03-28 12:08:00 UTC

The IcedID malware, previously used for online banking fraud, has now been found
to deliver ransomware instead. After the discovery of two new versions of the
malware in the wild, it was seen that their functionality had been reduced for
banking fraud, and instead serving as a delivery method for additional malware.
IcedID, also called BokBot, was initially a banking trojan introduced in 2017,
but it has expanded to include other malicious payloads.

BREAKING THE MOLD: PEN TESTING SOLUTIONS THAT CHALLENGE THE STATUS QUO

2023-03-28 11:54:00 UTC

As the threat of cyber attacks continues to evolve, organizations are being
urged to stay alert to emerging risks. According to experts, malicious actors
are now utilizing advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and
Machine Learning to launch attacks. In order to combat this threat, new pen
testing solutions are emerging that challenge the status quo and offer
innovative ways of detecting vulnerabilities.

SECURITY VULNERABILITIES IN SNIPPING TOOLS

2023-03-28 11:13:32 UTC

Google’s Pixel’s Markup Tool and Windows’ Snipping Tool have been found to have
security vulnerabilities that could lead to partial recovery of edited content
from images. These flaws could compromise the privacy and security of the users'
data.

14 MILLION RECORDS STOLEN IN DATA BREACH AT LATITUDE FINANCIAL SERVICES

2023-03-28 10:45:45 UTC

Australian financial services provider, Latitude, has reported a cyberattack
resulting in the theft of approximately 14 million user records. This massive
data breach has put Latitude's customers at risk of identity theft and other
fraudulent activities. The incident has raised concerns about the level of
security in financial institutions and highlighted the need for stricter data
protection regulations. SecurityWeek provides more details.

THOUSANDS ACCESS FAKE DDOS-FOR-HIRE WEBSITES SET UP BY UK POLICE

2023-03-28 10:22:21 UTC

The UK’s National Crime Agency created fake DDoS-for-hire websites to gather
information about potential attackers. According to SecurityWeek, thousands
accessed these sites.

STEALTHY DBATLOADER MALWARE LOADER SPREADING REMCOS RAT AND FORMBOOK IN EUROPE

2023-03-28 09:53:00 UTC

A phishing campaign is spreading Remcos RAT and Formbook through a malware
loader called DBatLoader in Europe. The malware payload is being distributed
through WordPress websites with authorized SSL certificates, making it difficult
to detect by engines. Researchers from Zscaler have reported the findings.

IOS SECURITY UPDATE PATCHES EXPLOITED VULNERABILITY IN OLDER IPHONES

2023-03-28 09:31:10 UTC

Apple has rolled out security updates for older iPhones to fix a vulnerability
that was targeted in attacks. The iOS Security Update has been released to
address the exploited flaw. SecurityWeek reported on the development.

MACSTEALER MACOS MALWARE STEALS PASSWORDS FROM ICLOUD KEYCHAIN

2023-03-28 09:00:26 UTC

Security researchers have recently uncovered a new malware affecting Apple's
MacOS. Dubbed 'MacStealer', the malware enables hackers to steal passwords from
iCloud Keychain, as well as other sensitive data like documents and login
credentials. Using Telegram as its command-and-control platform, MacStealer
targets MacOS machines from Catalina to Ventura. The malware is distributed for
just $100 on the dark web as a malware-as-a-service (MaaS).

PRESIDENT BIDEN SIGNS EXECUTIVE ORDER RESTRICTING USE OF COMMERCIAL SPYWARE

2023-03-28 08:55:00 UTC

On Monday, US President Joe Biden signed an executive order limiting the use of
commercial spyware by federal agencies. The order cited the significant security
risks posed by the spyware ecosystem and the potential for misuse by foreign
governments or individuals. The order aims to establish safeguards for the
government's use of such technology.

APPLE MUSIC CLASSICAL

2023-03-28 08:03:45 UTC

A new thread was posted on HN. Check it out!

PAYPAL HAS RESTRICTED OUR ACCOUNT AFTER WE INVOICED A KEY CONTAINING “ALEP”

2023-03-28 07:48:38 UTC

A company has reported that PayPal has placed restrictions on their account
after they issued an invoice that contained the key letters "ALEP". The reason
behind the restriction is unclear.

DIVE INTO APFS IN MINTS VERSION 1.11

2023-03-28 06:30:00 UTC

Mints version 1.11 now includes a new tool, bringing the total to 22, that
allows users to examine the mounting of APFS disks with a tailored log extract.
This update is particularly useful for those conducting APFS investigations.



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