In the 134th edition of Internet Security Week , we discuss a vulnerability known for over 10 years that is still being used in Brazil, ransomware through telephone systems, free internet security diagnostics for companies, attacks on retailers that have increased by 75%, and much more.
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A vulnerability known for over 10 years is the most exploited in attacks in Brazil.
A vulnerability discovered more than 10 years ago still appears at the top of the list of vulnerabilities exploited by criminals in attacks against Brazilian companies and users. The flaw, originally revealed in 2011, affects the Windows operating system and allows the execution of malicious code from Word documents or accessed websites.
By Felipe Demartini on Canaltech
Lorenz ransomware breaches corporate network through telephone systems.
The Lorenz ransomware gang is now exploiting a vulnerability in VoIP devices to breach businesses, using their phone systems to access their corporate networks.
By Sergiu Gatlan on Bleeping Computer
New phishing scam creates a fake window within the browser.
Researchers at the cybersecurity firm Group-IB today warned the community about the increased use of a simple but effective phishing technique called BitB, short for browser-in-the-browser.
In CISO Advisor
iScam 14: Cell phone launch is used to scam buyers.
The launch of the new iPhone 14 took place on September 7th, during Apple's global event. This was good news for those who love the phone model, but also an opportunity for criminals to scam. Scammers take advantage of public anxiety to create fake websites, aiming to obtain victims' data.
In Kaspersky Daily
Vulnerability allows theft of Microsoft Teams login credentials.
The newly discovered vulnerability could allow criminals to access a file containing access data in plain text.
By Juan Manuel Harán in We Live Security
Do you know how secure your company is online? Find out now!
Designed and developed by industry professionals, we've created a tool to help companies of all sizes and sectors gain a clearer understanding of their business's online security. The Business Internet Security Diagnostic classifies your company's security into different levels.
By Kelvin Zimmer on Lumiun Blog
Uber suffers internal data breach in cyberattack.
Financial data, internal information, and even details of projects under development were revealed to the public after a cyberattack hit Uber's systems.
By Felipe Demartini on Canaltech
New malware is spreading through YouTube gaming videos.
A new malware package uses victims' YouTube channels to upload malicious video tutorials that advertise fake tricks and cracks for popular video games to further spread the malicious package.
By Bill Toulas on Bleeping Computer
Cyberattacks on retailers increase by 75% in one year.
Retailers have quickly become prime targets for ransomware operators due to the surge in online sales since the start of the pandemic, with two out of three companies in the sector being attacked last year.
In CISO Advisor
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