FBI Releases Article on Privacy Risks Associated with Internet-Connected Children's Toys

The Federal Bureau of Investigation FBI has released an article on the privacy risks associated with Internet-connected children's toys. FBI warns that Internet-connected toys may contain "sensors, microphones, cameras, data storage components, and other multimedia capabilities - including speech...

Cisco Releases Security Updates

Cisco has released security updates to address a vulnerability in its WebEx browser extension on Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to take control of a system. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review the Cisco Security Advisory for...

Siemens Patches Authentication Bypass Flaw in SiPass Server

A handful of vulnerabilities in Siemens’ SiPass integrated server have been patched, including one that allows an attacker to bypass authentication on the box. SiPass is the company’s integrated access control server managing physical access in a number of industries and use cases. The product...

FTC Releases Alert on Digital Security While Traveling

The Federal Trade Commission FTC has released an alert on ensuring good digital security while traveling. Security recommendations include using caution while accessing free Wi-Fi hotspots, keeping all software updated, and using Virtual Private Networks VPNs. US-CERT encourages users to refer to...

Cisco Releases Security Updates

Cisco has released security updates to address several Simple Network Management Protocol SNMP vulnerabilities in its IOS and IOS XE software. A remote attacker could exploit these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review the Cis...

Samba Releases Security Updates

The Samba Team has released security updates that address a vulnerability in all versions of Samba from 4.0.0 onward using embedded Heimdal Kerberos. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to take control of an affected system. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review...

Siemens SIMATIC Logon

CVSS v3 5.3 ATTENTION: Remotely exploitable/low skill level to exploit. Vendor: Siemens Equipment: SIMATIC Logon Vulnerability: Out-of-Bounds Write AFFECTED PRODUCTS Siemens reports that the vulnerability affects the following SIMATIC Logon products: SIMATIC Logon: All versions prior to V1.6 IMPA...

Microsoft Releases July 2017 Security Updates

Microsoft has released updates to address vulnerabilities in Microsoft software. A remote attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of a system. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review Microsoft's July 2017 Security Update Summary and Deployment Informatio...

OSIsoft PI Coresight

CVSS v3 7.1 ATTENTION: Remotely exploitable/low skill level to exploit. Vendor: OSIsoft Equipment: PI Coresight Vulnerability: Cross-Site Request Forgery AFFECTED PRODUCTS OSIsoft reports that the vulnerability affects the following PI Coresight products: PI Coresight 2016 R2 and earlier versions...

Siemens SIPROTEC 4 and SIPROTEC Compact (Update A)

CVSS v3 8.6 ATTENTION: Remotely exploitable/low skill level to exploit. Vendor: Siemens Equipment: SIPROTEC 4 and SIPROTEC Compact Vulnerabilities: Improper Input Validation, Missing Authorization, Improper Authentication UPDATE INFORMATION This updated advisory is a follow-up to the original...

Siemens Reyrolle

CVSS v3 7.5 ATTENTION: Remotely exploitable/low skill level to exploit. Vendor: Siemens Equipment: Reyrolle Vulnerabilities: Missing Authorization, Improper Input Validation, Improper Authentication AFFECTED PRODUCTS Siemens reports that the vulnerabilities affect the following Reyrolle...

FTC Releases Alert on Charity Scams

The Federal Trade Commission FTC has released an alert on charity scams. Recent acts of fraud include solicitations from scammers requesting payment to claim a sweepstakes prize. Anytime someone asks you to pay to obtain a prize, it is a scam. US-CERT encourages consumers to refer to the FTC Aler...

IRS Launches 'Don't Take the Bait' Series

As part of its Security Summit effort, the Internal Revenue Service IRS will be launching a new educational series called "Don't Take the Bait" on July 11, 2017. As part of the "Protect Your Clients, Protect Yourself" campaign, this series will provide information about phishing scams targeting t...

Joomla! Releases Security Update

Joomla! has released version 3.7.3 of its Content Management System CMS software to address several vulnerabilities. A remote attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected website. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review the Joomla! Security...

Siemens Patches Critical Intel AMT Flaw in Industrial Products

Siemens patched two critical vulnerabilities that affected its industrial products this week. One, tied to a recently disclosed flaw in Active Management Technology – a function of certain Intel processors – could have allowed an attacker to gain system privileges. Another vulnerability could hav...

Cisco Releases Security Updates

Cisco has released a security advisory to address Simple Network Management Protocol SNMP vulnerabilities in its IOS and IOS XE software. A remote attacker could exploit these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review the Cisco...

Siemens SIMATIC Industrial PCs, SINUMERIK Panel Control Unit, and SIMOTION P320

CVSS v3 9.8 ATTENTION: Remotely exploitable/low skill level to exploit. Vendor: Siemens Equipment: SIMATIC Industrial PCs, SINUMERIK Panel Control Unit PCU, SIMOTION P320 Vulnerability: Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls AFFECTED PRODUCTS Siemens reports that the vulnerability affects...

ICSA-17-180-01A_Siemens SIMATIC Industrial PCs, SINUMERIK Panel Control Unit, and SIMOTION P320 (Update A)

CVSS v3 9.8 ATTENTION: Remotely exploitable/low skill level to exploit. Vendor: Siemens Equipment: SIMATIC Industrial PCs, SINUMERIK Panel Control Unit PCU, SIMOTION P320 Vulnerability: Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls UPDATED INFORMATION This updated advisory is a follow-up to the...

Siemens Viewport for Web Office Portal

CVSS v3 9.8 ATTENTION: Remotely exploitable/low skill level to exploit. Vendor: Siemens Equipment: Viewport for Web Office Portal Vulnerability: Improper Authentication AFFECTED PRODUCTS Siemens reports that the vulnerability affects the following ViewPort for Web Office Portal products: ViewPort...

Multiple Petya Ransomware Infections Reported

US-CERT has received multiple reports of Petya ransomware infections in many countries around the world. Ransomware is a type of malicious software that infects a computer and restricts users' access to the infected machine until a ransom is paid to unlock it. Individuals and organizations are...