Category: Security
Beyond patches and firewalls: Advanced strategies for cyberthreat defense
Threat mitigation is to managed service providers (MSPs) what preventative medicine is to doctors. In other words, threat mitigation is the first line – and often least expensive – defense against cybercriminals. Of course, some of the basic steps include...
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: New Microsoft Windows vulnerabilities
Two new Microsoft vulnerabilities, CVE-2024-21302 and CVE-2024-38202, are impacting Windows systems. Read this Cybersecurity Threat Advisory to learn more about how these vulnerabilities can be leveraged to exploit Microsoft Windows and how to protect your systems. What is the threat?...
Cybercriminals impersonate OpenAI in large-scale phishing attack
Since the launch of ChatGPT, OpenAI has sparked significant interest among both businesses and cybercriminals. While companies are increasingly concerned about whether their existing cybersecurity measures can adequately defend against threats curated with generative AI tools, attackers are finding new...
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: SonicWall VPN vulnerability
Fog and Akira ransomware operators are exploiting a critical SonicWall SSL VPN vulnerability, CVE-2024-40766, to breach corporate networks. Continue reading this Cybersecurity Threat Advisory to learn the tactics these groups are using and how you can reduce the risk of...
Unpacking the 5G IoT MSP opportunity
Internet of Things (IoT) security has been a hot topic among cybersecurity professionals for some time now. However, cybersecurity is a moving target. Once someone figures out and secures a vulnerability, cybercriminals quickly move on or change their approach. One...
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: VMware critical vulnerability
VMware has recently released software updates to address a security flaw believed to have already been patched in vCenter Server. The vulnerability, known as CVE-2024-38812 with a CVSS score of 9.8, is a heap-overflow vulnerability. Continue reading this Cybersecurity Threat...
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Critical security flaw in Styra’s OPA
A recent security vulnerability was found in Styra’s Open Policy Agent (OPA) that can lead to New Technology LAN Manager (NTLM) hashes exposure if exploited. Continue reading this Cybersecurity Threat Advisory to learn the implications of this flaw and the...
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: FortiManager API vulnerability exploited
Fortinet has publicly disclosed a vulnerability in the FortiManager API. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-47575 and dubbed ‘FortiJump,’ has been exploited as a zero-day since at least June 2024. Organizations using vulnerable FortiManager versions should review this Cybersecurity Threat Advisory...
Tips to help your customers master the art of online safety
Strong cybersecurity awareness should be a priority every day, but October serves as a great reminder for all of us to stay vigilant. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Alliance (CISA) recommends the following simple yet powerful tips to boost online...