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Tax Identity Theft Awareness Week
Tax Identity Theft Awareness Week is January 29 to February 2, and many federal agencies are offering information and resources to help consumers learn to protect themselves from tax-related identity theft and Internal Revenue Service IRS imposter scams. NCCIC/US-CERT encourages consumers to revi...
Mozilla Releases Security Update for Thunderbird
Mozilla has released a security update to address multiple vulnerabilities in Thunderbird. An attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. NCCIC/US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review the Mozilla Security Advisory for Thunderbird 52.6...
VMware Releases Security Updates for Workstation, Fusion
VMware has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in VMware Workstation and Fusion. An attacker could exploit these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. NCCIC/US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review the VMware Security Advisory VMSA-2018-0005 and appl...
VMware Releases Security Updates
VMware has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in vSphere Data Protection. A remote attacker could exploit these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review the VMware Security Advisory VMSA-2018-0001 and apply the...
Google Releases Security Update for Chrome
Google has released Chrome version 63.0.3239.108 for Windows, Mac, and Linux. This version addresses a vulnerability that an attacker could exploit to take control of an affected system. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review the Chrome Releases page and apply the necessary update...
Apache Software Foundation Releases Security Updates
The Apache Software Foundation has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in Apache Struts versions 2.5 to 2.5.14. A remote attacker could exploit one of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review Apache Securit...
NCSC Releases Security Advisory
The United Kingdom's National Cyber Security Centre NCSC has released an advisory to highlight Neuron and Nautilus tools used alongside Snake—malware that provides a platform to steal sensitive data. NCSC provides enhanced cybersecurity services to protect against cybersecurity threats. US-CERT...
National Tax Security Awareness Week: IRS Helps Taxpayers Protect Against Cyber Criminals
As part of National Tax Security Awareness Week—November 27 to December 1—the Internal Revenue Service IRS is releasing daily security tips to help taxpayers protect their data and identities against tax-related identity theft. US-CERT encourages taxpayers to visit the IRS National Tax Security...
Holiday Scams and Malware Campaigns
US-CERT reminds users to remain vigilant when browsing or shopping online this holiday season. Emails and ecards from unknown senders may contain malicious links. Fake advertisements or shipping notifications may deliver attachments infected with malware. Spoofed email messages and phony posts on...
Mozilla Releases Security Updates
Mozilla has released security updates to address multiple vulnerabilities in Firefox 57 and ESR 52.5. An attacker could exploit these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review the Mozilla Security Advisory for Firefox 57 and ESR...
WordPress Releases Security Update
WordPress versions prior to 4.8.2 are affected by multiple 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 WordPress Security Release and upgrade to WordPress 4.8.2. Th...
Cisco Releases Security Updates
Cisco has released updates to address vulnerabilities affecting multiple products. A remote attacker could exploit one of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review the following Cisco Security Advisories and apply the...
IC3 Issues Alert on Disaster-Related Fraud
The Internet Crime Complaint Center IC3 has released an announcement on fraudulent cyber activity related to natural disasters. IC3 reports that scammers have recently used email and social-networking sites to solicit money from disaster victims with scams on false temporary housing and job...
Adobe Releases Security Updates
Adobe has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in Adobe RoboHelp, Flash Player, and ColdFusion. Exploitation of some of these vulnerabilities may allow a remote attacker to take control of an affected system. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review Adobe Security...
McAfee Releases Security Bulletin for Web Gateway
McAfee has released a security bulletin to address multiple vulnerabilities in Web Gateway. Some of these vulnerabilities could allow a remote attacker to take control of an affected system. Users and administrators are encouraged to review McAfee Security Bulletin SB10205 and apply the necessary...
Adobe Releases Security Updates
Adobe has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Connect. A remote attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. Users and administrators are encouraged to review Adobe Security Bulletins APSB17-21 and...
IRS Warns of Summertime Scams
The Internal Revenue Service IRS has released an alert warning of various types of scams targeting taxpayers this summer. The alert describes common features of these cyber crimes, including robocalls, demands for immediate payment, and threats to have taxpayers arrested immediately. Taxpayers an...
Mozilla Releases Security Update
Mozilla has released a security update to address multiple vulnerabilities in Thunderbird. A remote attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review the Mozilla Security Advisory for Thunderbird 52.2...
WordPress Releases Security Update
WordPress versions prior to 4.7.5 are affected by multiple vulnerabilities. A remote attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected website. Users and administrators are encouraged to review the WordPress Security Release and upgrade to WordPress 4.7.5. This...
Multiple Ransomware Infections Reported
US-CERT has received multiple reports of WannaCry ransomware infections in many countries around the world. Ransomware is a type of malicious software that infects a computer and restricts users’ access to it until a ransom is paid to unlock it. Individuals and organizations are discouraged from...
Cisco Releases Security Updates
Cisco has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in its IOS and IOS XE Software. A remote attacker could exploit one of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. Users and administrators are encouraged to review the Cisco Security Advisory and apply the necessary...
Microsoft Releases Critical Security Update
Microsoft has released a critical out-of-band security update addressing a vulnerability in the Microsoft Malware Protection Engine. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to take control of an affected system. Users and administrators are encouraged to review Microsoft Security...
Google Docs Phishing Campaign
US-CERT is aware of a phishing campaign that affected Google Docs users. The campaign used spoofed email addresses to target users with emails purporting to share a document for collaboration. Once the targeted users accepted invitations, they were encouraged to allow the phishing program access ...
Google Releases Security Updates for Chrome
Google has released Chrome version 58.0.3029.96 for Windows, Mac, and Linux. This version addresses a vulnerability that an attacker could exploit to cause a denial-of-service condition. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review the Chrome page and apply the necessary updates. This...
Cisco Releases Security Updates
Cisco has released updates to address several high-impact vulnerabilities affecting multiple products. These and other lower-impact vulnerabilities are listed at Cisco Security Advisories and Alerts. A remote attacker could exploit one of the high-impact vulnerabilities to cause a denial-of-servi...
Cisco Releases Security Updates
Cisco has released several updates to address vulnerabilities affecting multiple products. A remote attacker could exploit one of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review the following Cisco Security Advisories and apply th...
VMware Releases Security Updates
VMware has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in ESXi, Workstation, and Fusion. Exploitation of one of these vulnerabilities could allow a remote attacker to take control of an affected system. Users and administrators are encouraged to review VMware Security Advisory...
Aviation Phishing Scams
US-CERT has received reports of email-based phishing campaigns targeting airline consumers. Systems infected through phishing campaigns act as an entry point for attackers to gain access to sensitive business or personal information. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review an airlin...
Cisco Releases Security Updates
Cisco has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in its IOS and IOS XE Software. Exploitation of one of these vulnerabilities could allow a remote attacker to cause a denial of service condition. Users and administrators are encouraged to review the following Cisco Security Advisori...
Mozilla Releases Security Updates
Mozilla has released security updates to address a vulnerability in Firefox and Firefox ESR. Exploitation of this vulnerability may allow an attacker to take control of an affected system. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review the Mozilla Security Advisory for Firefox and Firefox...
Microsoft Ending Support for Windows Vista
All software products have a lifecycle. After April 11, 2017, Microsoft is ending support for the Windows Vista operating system. After this date, this product will no longer receive: Security updates, Non-security hotfixes, Free or paid assisted support options, or Online technical content updat...
Microsoft Releases March 2017 Security Bulletin
Microsoft has released 18 updates to address vulnerabilities in Microsoft software. Exploitation of some of these vulnerabilities could allow a remote attacker to take control of an affected system. Users and administrators are encouraged to review Microsoft Security Bulletins MS17-006 through...
IRS Releases Tax-Time Guide
The Internal Revenue Service IRS has released tax-time advice intended to help the public protect their personal and financial data and computers. Recommendations include using strong passwords, backing up files, and using robust security software to help block malware and viruses. Users and...
CERT/CC Reports a Microsoft SMB Vulnerability
CERT Coordination Center CERT/CC has released information on a Server Message Block SMB vulnerability affecting Microsoft Windows. Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to cause a denial-of-service condition. No patches are currently available, but mitigations include...
IC3 Warns of Employment Scams Targeting College Students
The Internet Crime Complaint Center IC3 has issued an alert on employment scams targeting college students. Phony job opportunities are advertised via college employment websites or students’ university emails. Unfortunately, students who take the bait suffer financial losses. US-CERT encourages...
Microsoft Releases December 2016 Security Bulletin
Microsoft has released 12 updates to address vulnerabilities in Microsoft software. Exploitation of some of these vulnerabilities could allow a remote attacker to take control of an affected system. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review the following Microsoft Security Bulletins...
Adobe Releases Security Updates
Adobe has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in multiple products. Exploitation of some of these vulnerabilities may allow a remote attacker to take control of an affected system. Users and administrators are encouraged to review Adobe Security Bulletins APSB16-38, APSB16-39,...
US-CERT Alerts Users to Holiday Phishing Scams and Malware Campaigns
US-CERT reminds users to remain vigilant when browsing or shopping online this holiday season. Ecards from unknown senders may contain malicious links. Fake advertisements or shipping notifications may deliver infected attachments. Spoofed email messages and fraudulent posts on social networking...
Mozilla Releases Security Updates
Mozilla has released security updates to address a vulnerability in Firefox, Firefox ESR, and Thunderbird. Exploitation of this vulnerability may allow a remote attacker to take control of an affected system. Available updates include: Firefox 50.0.2 Firefox ESR 45.5.1 Thunderbird 45.5.1 US-CERT...
Strategic Principles for Securing the IoT
DHS has released a set of Strategic Principles for Securing the Internet of Things IoT to help inform consumers, operators and manufacturers in their decision-making regarding networked and networkable devices. While the IoT can provide efficiency, convenience, and interactivity features that are...
VMWare Releases Security Updates
VMWare has released security updates to address a vulnerability in VMware Workstation and Fusion. Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to take control of an affected system. Users and administrators are encouraged to review VMware Security Advisory VMSA-2016-0019 and...
Adobe Releases Security Updates
Adobe has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in Flash Player and Connect. Exploitation of some of these vulnerabilities may allow a remote attacker to take control of an affected system. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review Adobe Security Bulletins APSB16-37 and...
Cisco Releases Security Updates for Multiple Products
Cisco has released several updates to address vulnerabilities affecting multiple products. A remote attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. Users and administrators are encouraged to review the following Cisco Security Advisories and apply the...
Apple Releases Security Updates
Apple has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in iOS, watchOS, tvOS, Safari, and macOS Sierra. Exploitation of some of these vulnerabilities may allow a remote attacker to take control of an affected system. Users and administrators are encouraged to review the Apple security pag...
ISC Releases Security Advisory
The Internet Systems Consortium ISC has released a security advisory to highlight a vulnerability in versions of BIND software released before May 2013, and in third-party versions that do not include fix 3548. Exploitation of this vulnerability may allow a remote attacker to cause a...
VMware Releases Security Updates
VMware has released security updates to address a vulnerability in Horizon View. Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information. Users and administrators are encouraged to review VMware Security Advisory VMSA-2016-0015 and apply the necessary...
ISC Releases Security Updates for BIND
The Internet Systems Consortium ISC has released updates that address a vulnerability in BIND. Exploitation of this vulnerability may allow a remote attacker to cause a denial-of-service condition. Available updates include: BIND 9 version 9.9.9-P3 BIND 9 version 9.10.4-P3 BIND 9 version 9.11.0rc...
Apple Releases Security Updates
Apple has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in macOS Server, macOS Sierra, Safari, and iCloud for Windows. Exploitation of one of these vulnerabilities may allow a remote attacker to take control of an affected system. US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review the...
Apple Releases Security Updates
Apple has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in OS X and Safari. Exploitation of some of these vulnerabilities may allow a remote attacker to take control of an affected system. Users and administrators are encouraged to review the Apple security page for OS X and Safari and app...
Fortinet Releases Security Advisory
Fortinet has released a security advisory to highlight a vulnerability in versions of FortiGate firmware that were released before August 2012. Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to take control of an affected system. Using unpatched software increases risks from...