Dec 10, 2022Ravie LakshmananEnterprise Security / IP Phones Cisco has released a new security advisory warning of a high-severity flaw affecting IP Phone 7800 and 8800 Series firmware that could be potentially exploited by a remote attacker to cause remote code execution or a denial-of-service (DoS) condition. The networking equipment major said it’s working on
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Moto X40 — the flagship successor to the Moto Edge X30 — is set to launch in China on December 15. Motorola has remained tight-lipped regarding the details and pricing of this smartphone. In addition, its design details are also under wraps. This handset has now been listed on JD.com ahead of launch with pre-booking
Dec 10, 2022Ravie LakshmananHack-for-Hire / Threat Intelligence Travel agencies have emerged as the target of a hack-for-hire group dubbed Evilnum as part of a broader campaign aimed at legal and financial investment institutions in the Middle East and Europe. The attacks targeting law firms throughout 2020 and 2021 involved a revamped variant of a malware
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G has been a part of rumour mill for some time now. This handset is expected to break cover in early 2023. Design renders of this Samsung smartphone had also been leaked recently, showcasing a 6.4-inch display. The Galaxy A54 5G has now been listed on the Geekbench database. The handset is
Dec 10, 2022Ravie LakshmananWeb App Firewall / Web Security A new attack method can be used to circumvent web application firewalls (WAFs) of various vendors and infiltrate systems, potentially enabling attackers to gain access to sensitive business and customer information. Web application firewalls are a key line of defense to help filter, monitor, and block
Itel has announced the launch of its Magic X Pro 4G feature phone in India. The device is made in India and is being marketed by the company as a budget-friendly phone for Bharat as it features support for 12 local Indian languages. The Magic X Pro 4G from Itel has been launched at a
Businesses know they need cybersecurity, but it seems like a new acronym and system is popping up every day. Professionals that aren’t actively researching these technologies can struggle to keep up. As the cybersecurity landscape becomes more complicated, organizations are desperate to simplify it. Frustrated with the inefficiencies that come with using multiple vendors for
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 is reportedly receiving the December 2022 Android security patch in the US. The latest update, which reportedly fixes over 90 vulnerabilities, is said to be available to the users on the AT&T network. As per the report, other US carriers are expected to receive the patch in the coming
Dec 08, 2022Ravie LakshmananData Protection / Computer Security An unconventional data exfiltration method leverages a previously undocumented covert channel to leak sensitive information from air-gapped systems. “The information emanates from the air-gapped computer over the air to a distance of 2 m and more and can be picked up by a nearby insider or spy
Xiaomi is all set to reveal its new entrant in the Redmi K series of smartphones. The Chinese manufacturer will reportedly release the Redmi K60 series, follow-up to the popular Redmi K50 lineup, in January, 2023. Xiaomi is believed to have adjusted the release window for the Redmi K60 in light of the delay for
Dec 08, 2022Ravie LakshmananMobile Security / Android Malware Researchers have shed light on a new hybrid malware campaign targeting both Android and Windows operating systems in a bid to expand its pool of victims. The attacks entail the use of different malware such as ERMAC, Erbium, Aurora, and Laplas, according to a ThreatFabric report shared
Jio Phone 5G was recently spotted on Geekbench, hinting at the key specifications of the handset ahead of its debut in India. Though the exact launch date is yet to be revealed by the country’s largest telecom operator, the rumoured specifications and features of the new handsets have already surfaced online. The Jio Phone 5G
Critical infrastructure is important for societal existence, growth, and development. Societies are reliant on the services provided by critical infrastructure sectors like telecommunication, energy, healthcare, transportation, and information technology. Safety and security are necessary for the optimal operation of these critical infrastructures. Critical infrastructure is made up of digital and non-digital assets. Organizations must stay
Oppo has confirmed the arrival of the new Find N2 series smartphones in its home country. Oppo Find N2 and Find N2 Flip are expected to break cover on December 15. The company is also all set to host its Inno Day event on December 14, it confirmed on Thursday. This will be the company’s fourth
Dec 07, 2022Ravie LakshmananCyber Crime / Ransomware The Vice Society cybercrime group has disproportionately targeted educational institutions, accounting for 33 victims in 2022 and surpassing other ransomware families like LockBit, BlackCat, BianLian, and Hive. Other prominent industry verticals targeted include healthcare, governments, manufacturing, retail, and legal services, according to an analysis of leak site data
Redmi Note 12 5G series launch in India has been teased by Xiaomi, confirming the upcoming launch of the smartphone in the country. The Chinese manufacturer has begun asking interested users to sign up for further alerts about the device. The Note 12 Series, comprising the Redmi Note 12, the Note 12 Pro and the
Dec 07, 2022Ravie LakshmananInternet of Things / Botnet A novel Go-based botnet called Zerobot has been observed in the wild proliferating by taking advantage of nearly two dozen security vulnerabilities in the internet of things (IoT) devices and other software. The botnet “contains several modules, including self-replication, attacks for different protocols, and self-propagation,” Fortinet FortiGuard
As Realme 10 Pro series nears its launch date in India, a detailed look at the specifications and design of the global variant of the smartphone has emerged. The Realme 10 Pro 5G and the Realme 10 Pro+ 5G global variants will reportedly house the Snapdragon 695 5G and the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G, respectively.
Dec 06, 2022Ravie LakshmananAdvanced Persistent Threat A malicious campaign targeting the Middle East is likely linked to BackdoorDiplomacy, an advanced persistent threat (APT) group with ties to China. The espionage activity, directed against a telecom company in the region, is said to have commenced on August 19, 2021 through the successful exploitation of ProxyShell flaws
New leaks suggest that Red Magic 8 series of smartphones from Nubia could be on their way in China. The leaks, which appeared on Chinese social media website Weibo, provide a detailed list of specifications for the upcoming Red Magic 8 and Red Magic 8 Pro handsets from the Shenzen-based manufacturer. The Red Magic 8