MS-ISAC Releases EOS Software Report List

The Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center MS-ISAC has released an end-of-support EOS software report list. Software that has reached its EOS date no longer receives security updates and patches from the vendor and is, therefore, susceptible to exploitation from security...

NSA and NCSC Release Joint Advisory on Turla Group Activity

The National Security Agency NSA and the United Kingdom National Cyber Security Centre NCSC have released a joint advisory on advanced persistent threat APT group Turla—widely reported to be Russian and also known as Snake, Uroburos, VENEMOUS BEAR, or Waterbug. The advisory provides an update to...

Prepare for National Cybersecurity Awareness Month

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month NCSAM, which is a collaborative effort between the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA and its public and private partners—including the National Cyber Security Alliance NCSA—to ensure every American has the resources they need t...

ACSC Releases Updated Essential Eight Maturity Model

The Australian Cyber Security Centre ACSC has released updates to its Essential Eight Maturity Model. The model assists organizations in determining the maturity of their implementation of the Essential Eight—ACSC’s list of the top mitigation strategies to help organizations protect their systems...

Microsoft Releases Security Update for Azure Linux Guest Agent

Microsoft has released an update to address a vulnerability in Azure Linux Guest Agent. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to obtain access to sensitive information. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to review the Microsoft...

NCCIC Webinar Series on Protecting Enterprise Network Infrastructure Devices

NCCIC is conducting a series of webinars on protecting enterprise network infrastructure devices. Each webinar will be held from 1-2:30 p.m. ET on the dates listed below: Tuesday, October 2 Thursday, October 4 NCCIC encourages decision makers, network defenders, and procurement analysts to regist...

Data Privacy Day

January 28 is Data Privacy Day DPD, an annual international effort to promote the importance of data privacy. DPD is sponsored in the United States by the National Cyber Security Alliance NCSA with the theme, Respecting Privacy, Safeguarding Data, and Enabling Trust. The NCSA Stay Safe Online...

Multiple Ransomware Infections Reported

US-CERT has received multiple reports of ransomware infections, known as Bad Rabbit, in many countries around the world. A suspected variant of Petya, Bad Rabbit is ransomware—malicious software that infects a computer and restricts user access to the infected machine until a ransom is paid to...

Microsoft Releases October 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 an affected system. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review Microsoft's October 2017 Security Update Summary and Deployme...

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...

Microsoft Releases June 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 June 2017 Security Update Summary and Deployment Informatio...

VMware Releases Security Update

VMware has released a security update to address a vulnerability in vSphere Hypervisor ESXi. Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to take control of an affected system. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review VMware Security Advisory VMSA-2016-0023 and...

Adobe Releases Security Updates

Adobe has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in DNG Software Development Kit SDK, Brackets, Creative Cloud Desktop Application, and Cold Fusion. Exploitation of some of these vulnerabilities may allow a remote attacker to take control of an affected system. Users and...

Lenovo Accelerator Application Vulnerability

Lenovo has issued a security advisory to address a vulnerability in the Accelerator Application software. Products affected by this vulnerability include the Lenovo notebook and desktop systems preloaded with the Windows 10 operating system. Exploitation of this vulnerability may allow a remote...

Cisco Releases Security Updates

Cisco has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in its Web Security Appliance software. Exploitation of these vulnerabilities could cause a denial-of-service-condition on an affected system. Users and administrators are encouraged to review the following Cisco Security Advisories a...

SSLv2 DROWN Attack

Network traffic encrypted using an RSA-based SSL certificate may be decrypted if enough SSLv2 handshake data can be collected. Exploitation of this vulnerability—referred to as DROWN in public reporting—may allow a remote attacker to decrypt individual messages from a server supporting SSLv2...

Microsoft Releases Update for EMET

US-CERT is aware of a vulnerability in Microsoft Enhanced Mitigation Experience Toolkit EMET versions prior to 5.5. Exploitation of this vulnerability may allow a remote attacker to bypass or disable EMET to take control of an affected system. US-CERT recommends users and administrators visit the...

VMware Releases Security Advisory

VMware has released security updates to address security vulnerabilities in vCenter and ESXi. Exploitation of one of these vulnerabilities may allow a remote attacker to take control of an affected system. Users and administrators are encouraged to review VMware Security Advisory VMSA-2015-0007 a...

Apple Releases Security Updates for OS X, iOS, Safari, and Apple TV

Apple has released security updates for OS X, iOS, Safari, and Apple TV to address multiple vulnerabilities. Exploitation of some of these vulnerabilities may allow a remote attacker to take control of the affected system. Available updates include: OS X Yosemite v10.10.3 and Security Update...

FBI Releases "Ransomware on the Rise"

The FBI has released an article addressing ransomware campaigns that use intimidating messages claiming to be from the FBI or other government agencies. Scam operators use ransomware – a type of malicious software – to infect a computer and restrict access to it until a ransom is paid to unlock i...

Apple Releases Security Updates for iOS, Apple TV, and Xcode

Apple released security updates for iOS devices, Apple TV, and Xcode to address multiple vulnerabilities, some of which could allow attackers to execute code with system privileges or cause an unexpected application termination. Updates available include: iOS 8 for iPhone 4s and later, iPod touch...

Risks of Exposing the Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI)

Multiple weaknesses exist in several server platforms employing IPMI. Exploitation of these vulnerabilities could allow an attacker to take control of the affected system or expose sensitive server information. Server administrators are encouraged to review US-CERT Alert TA13-207A and restrict IP...

Mozilla Releases Security Updates for Firefox, Thunderbird, and Seamonkey

The Mozilla Foundation has released security updates to address multiple vulnerabilities in Firefox, Thunderbird, and Seamonkey. Exploitation of these vulnerabilities may allow an attacker to obtain sensitive information, cause a denial-of-service condition, execute arbitrary code, conduct phishi...

Google Releases Security Updates for Chrome

Google has released security updates to address multiple vulnerabilities in Chrome. Some of these vulnerabilities may lead to memory corruption or arbitrary code execution. Updates available include: Chrome 34.0.1847.131 for Windows and Mac. Chrome 34.0.1847.132 for Linux. Chrome 34.0.1847.134 fo...

US Tax Season Phishing Scams and Malware Campaigns

In the past, US-CERT has received reports of an increased number of phishing scams and malware campaigns that seek to take advantage of the United States tax season. The Internal Revenue Service has issued an advisory on its website warning consumers about potential scams. Tax season phishing...

Adobe Releases Security Updates for Adobe Reader and Acrobat

Adobe has released security updates for Adobe Reader and Acrobat XI 11.0.05 and earlier versions for Windows and Macintosh to address multiple vulnerabilities affecting the following software versions: Adobe Reader XI 11.0.05 and earlier 11.x versions for Windows and Macintosh Adobe Reader X 10.1...

UK CPNI Releases Spear Phishing Paper

The United Kingdom's Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure CPNI has recently released a paper titled "Spear Phishing - Understanding the Threat;" this document provides guidance on how spear phishing attacks work, whether you are likely to be a target, and the steps organizations c...

Apple Releases Security Updates for Safari

Apple has released security updates for Safari 6.1.1 and Safari 7.0.1 to address multiple vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information, execute arbitrary code or cause a denial-of-service condition. Safari 6.1.1 and Safari 7.0.1 updates are...

Microsoft Releases December 2013 Security Bulletin

Microsoft has released updates to address vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Lync, Internet Explorer, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft SharePoint, and Microsoft Developer Tools as part of the Microsoft Security Bulletin Summary for December 2013. These vulnerabilities...

Apple Releases Security Update for Safari on OS X

Apple has released security updates for Safari 6.1 to address multiple vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code, information disclosure, or a cross-site scripting condition. Safari 6.1 Webkit updates are available for the following versions: O...

Google Releases Google Chrome 29.0.1547.57

Google has released Google Chrome 29.0.1547.57 for Windows, Mac, Linux, and Chrome Frame to address multiple vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities could allow a remote attacker to cause a denial of service condition, conduct a directory traversal attack, or obtain sensitive information. US-CERT...

Apple Releases Security Updates for Safari

Apple has released security updates for Safari 6.0.4 WebKit to address multiple vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial-of-service condition. Safari 6.0.4 WebKit updates are available for the following versions: OS X Lion...

Scams Exploiting Boston Marathon Explosion

Malicious actors are exploiting the April 15 explosions at the Boston Marathon in attempts to collect money intended for charities and to spread malicious code. Fake websites and social networking accounts have been set up to take advantage of those interested in learning more details about the...

Apple Releases iOS 6.1.3

Apple has released iOS 6.1.3 for the iPhone 3GS or later, iPod touch 4th generation or later, and iPad 2 or later to address multiple vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities may allow an attacker to operate with elevated privileges, bypass security features or execute arbitrary code. US-CERT...

Microsoft Releases February 2013 Security Bulletin

Microsoft has released updates to address vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows, Internet Explorer, Server Software, Office, and .NET Framework as part of the Microsoft Security Bulletin summary for February 2013. These vulnerabilities could allow remote code execution, allow elevation of privileg...

Oracle Releases January 2013 Security Advisory

Oracle has released its Critical Patch Update for January 2013 to address 86 vulnerabilities across multiple products. This update contains the following security fixes: 6 for Oracle Database Server 7 for Oracle Fusion Middleware 13 for Oracle Enterprise Manager Grid Control 9 for Oracle E-Busine...

Google Releases Google Chrome 23.0.1271.97

Google has released Google Chrome 23.0.1271.97 for Windows, Mac, Linux, and ChromeFrame to address multiple vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review the Google Chrome...

Microsoft Releases October Security Bulletin

Microsoft has released updates to address vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows, SQL Server, Server Software, Office, and Lync as part of the Microsoft Security Bulletin summary for October 2012. These vulnerabilities may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code, cause a denial-of-service...

Adobe Releases Security Bulletin About Code Signing Certificate

Adobe has released a security bulletin to address an issue with a current Adobe code signing certificate. The certificate to be revoked has been used to sign malicious code. The certificate will be revoked on October 4, 2012 for all software code signed after July 10, 2012. Adobe is issuing a new...

Microsoft Releases May Security Bulletin

Microsoft has released updates to address vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows, Office, .NET Framework, and Silverlight as part of the Microsoft Security Bulletin Summary for May 2012. These vulnerabilities may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or operate with elevated privileges. US-CE...

Apple Releases Flashback Malware Security Updates

Apple has released security updates to address Flashback malware in the following products: OS X Lion v10.7.3 OS X Lion Server v10.7.3 Mac OS X v10.6.8 Mac OS X Server v10.6.8 Apple has released a malware removal tool for the most common variant of the Flashback malware. If the malware is...

HP ProCurve 5400 zl Switches Security Bulletin

Hewlett-Packard HP has released a security bulletin to address a security vulnerability affecting HP 5400 zl series switches purchased after April 30, 2011. These switches contain a compact flash card that may be infected with malware. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review HP...

USAA Phishing Scam and Malware Campaign

US-CERT is aware of public reports of an active spear-phishing attack via email messages directed at United Services Automobile Association USAA members. These messages contain the subject line "Deposit Posted" and contain a randomly generated four-digit number placed in the USAA security zone...

Adobe Releases Security Advisory for Adobe Flex SDK

Adobe has released a security advisory to alert users of a vulnerability that affects Adobe Flex SDK. This vulnerability affects Adobe Flex SDK 4.5.1 and earlier 4.X and 3.6 and earlier 3.X for Windows, Macintosh, and Linux operating systems. Exploitation of this vulnerability may allow an attack...

Apache HTTP Server Reverse Proxy Bypass

The Apache Foundation has issued a Security Advisory to address a vulnerability in Apache HTTP Server's reverse proxy mode. Exploitation of this vulnerability may allow a remote attacker to gain access to internal systems. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review the Apache HTTP Serv...

Cisco Releases Multiple Security Advisories

Cisco has released three security advisories to address vulnerabilities affecting Cisco ASA 5500 Series Adaptive Security Appliances, Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series ASA Services Module, Cisco Firewall Services Module, and Cisco Network Admission Control Manager. These vulnerabilities may allow an...

Apple Releases Malware Detection Tool

Apple has released Security Update 2011-003 for Mac OS X in response to the recent Mac fake anti-virus software. This update: adds a malware definition to the File Quarantine application causes the File Quarantine application to automatically update its malware definition list daily removes...

Apple Releases iOS 4.3.3

Apple released iOS 4.3.3 for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad to address location tracking history capabilities. This update specifically addresses two bugs in iOS that resulted in the devices storing historical location data for too long. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review App...

Microsoft Releases April Security Bulletin

Microsoft has released updates to address vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows, Internet Explorer, Office, Server Software, and Developer Tools as part of the Microsoft Security Bulletin Summary for April 2011. These vulnerabilities may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or operate with...

RealNetworks, Inc. Releases Update for Helix Server and Helix Mobile Server

RealNetworks, Inc. has released a security update for multiple vulnerabilities affecting Helix Server and Helix Mobile Server. The vulnerabilities affect versions 12.x, 13.x, and 14.x of Helix Server and Helix Mobile Server installed on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5, Sun Solaris 10, Windows 2003, an...