Intel Releases Security Updates, Mitigations for Multiple Products

Intel has released security updates and recommendations to address vulnerabilities in multiple products. An attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to gain an escalation of privileges on a previously infected machine. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourag...

Adobe Releases Security Updates

Adobe has released security updates to address vulnerabilities affecting ColdFusion, Adobe Campaign, and Adobe Flash Player. An attacker could exploit some these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and...

Microsoft Releases June 2019 Security Updates

Microsoft has released updates to address multiple vulnerabilities in Microsoft software. A remote attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to review...

IC3 Issues Alert on HTTPS Phishing

The Internet Crime Complaint Center IC3 has released an alert on Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure HTTPS phishing—a scheme which lures email recipients into visiting malicious websites that look legitimate and secure. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and...

CIS Releases 2018 Year in Review

The Center for Internet Security CIS has released its 2018 Year in Review. CIS is home to the Multi-State Information Sharing & Analysis Center MS-ISAC, a Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA partner focused on cyber threat prevention, protection, response, and recovery for U.S...

IRS Warns of New Tax Scams

The Internal Revenue Service IRS has issued a reminder urging consumers to look out for two new variations of tax-related phone and email scams. The phone scam involves pre-recorded messages threatening to suspend or cancel a victim’s Social Security number, and the email phishing scam involves a...

FBI Releases Article on Protected Voices Campaign

The Federal Bureau of Investigation FBI has released an article on the Protected Voices initiative designed to mitigate the risk of cyber influence operations targeting U.S. elections. As part of the initiative, FBI offices are coordinating with political campaigns at the local, state, and federa...

VMware Releases Security Updates for Tools and Workstation

VMware has released security updates to address vulnerabilities affecting Tools 10 and Workstation 15. An attacker could exploit one of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to...

Cisco Releases Security Updates for Multiple Products

Cisco has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in multiple Cisco products. A remote attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to review t...

NSA Releases Advisory on BlueKeep Vulnerability

The National Security Agency NSA has released a cybersecurity advisory for CVE-2019-0708—a vulnerability dubbed BlueKeep. Although Microsoft has issued a patch, potentially millions of machines are still unpatched and remain vulnerable. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA...

Google Releases Security Update for Chrome

Google has released Chrome version 75.0.3770.80 for Windows, Mac, and Linux. This version addresses multiple vulnerabilities that an attacker could exploit to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to revie...

Hurricane-Related Scams

As the 2019 hurricane season approaches, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA warns users to remain vigilant for malicious cyber activity targeting disaster victims and potential donors. Fraudulent emails commonly appear after major natural disasters and often contain links o...

Apple Releases Security Updates for AirPort Extreme, AirPort Time Capsule

Apple has released AirPort Base Station Firmware Update 7.91 to address vulnerabilities in AirPort Extreme and AirPort Time Capsule wireless routers. A remote attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security...

MS-ISAC Highlights Verizon Data Breach Report Release

The Multi-State Information Sharing & Analysis Center MS-ISAC has released a Cybersecurity Spotlight on the 2019 Verizon Data Breach Report to raise awareness of data breach incidents and provide recommended best practices for election officials. The report—produced annually by the Verizon Threat...

Tips for a Cyber Safe Vacation

As summer nears, many people will soon be taking vacations. When planning vacations, users should be aware of potential rental scams and “free” vacation ploys. Travelers should also keep in mind risks related to travelling with mobile devices. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency...

Privacy Awareness Week

The Federal Trade Commission FTC has released an announcement promoting Privacy Awareness Week PAW. PAW is an annual event fostering awareness of privacy issues and the importance of protecting personal information. This year’s theme, “Protecting Privacy is Everyone’s Responsibility,” focuses on...

Mozilla Releases Security Updates for Firefox, Thunderbird

Mozilla has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in Firefox, Firefox ESR, and Thunderbird. An attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators t...

Staying Cyber Safe During Memorial Day

As Memorial Day approaches, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA reminds users to stay cyber safe. Users should be cautious of potential scams, such as unsolicited emails that contain malicious links or attachments with malware. Users should also be aware of the risks...

Microsoft Releases Security Updates to Address Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Microsoft has released security updates to address a remote code execution vulnerability in the following in-support and out-of-support operating systems: In-support systems: Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, and Windows Server 2008 Out-of-support systems: Windows 2003 and Windows XP A remote...

Cisco Releases Security Updates for Multiple Products

Cisco has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in multiple Cisco products. A remote attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to review t...

VMware Releases Security Updates

VMware has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in vCenter Server, ESXi, Workstation, and Fusion. An attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and...

Intel Releases Security Updates, Mitigations for Multiple Products

Intel has released security updates and recommendations to address vulnerabilities in multiple products. An attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to gain an escalation of privileges on a previously infected machine. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourag...

Adobe Releases Security Updates

Adobe has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in multiple products. An attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to review Adobe Securit...

Apple Releases Multiple Security Updates

Apple has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in multiple products. A remote attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to review the App...

Microsoft Releases May 2019 Security Updates

Microsoft has released updates to address multiple vulnerabilities in Microsoft software. A remote attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to review...

Facebook Releases Security Advisory for WhatsApp

Facebook has released a security advisory to address a vulnerability in WhatsApp. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to take control of an affected device. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users to review the Facebook Security Advisory for...

Samba Releases Security Updates

The Samba Team has released security updates to address a vulnerability in Samba. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to review the Samba Security Announcemen...

Cisco Releases Security Updates

Cisco has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in multiple Cisco products. A remote attacker could exploit one of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to review th...

Drupal Releases Security Update

Drupal has released a security update to address a vulnerability in Drupal Core. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to take control of an affected website. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to review Drupal’s security...

North Korean Malicious Cyber Activity

The Department of Homeland Security DHS and the Federal Bureau of Investigation FBI have identified a malware variant—referred to as ELECTRICFISH—used by the North Korean government. The U.S. Government refers to malicious cyber activity by the North Korean government as HIDDEN COBRA. The...

Cisco Releases Security Updates for Elastic Services Controller

Cisco has released security updates to address a vulnerability in Cisco Elastic Services Controller. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to review th...

PrinterLogic Print Management Software Vulnerabilities

The CERT Coordination Center CERT/CC has released information on vulnerabilities affecting PrinterLogic Print Management Software. A remote attacker could exploit these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages user...

Cisco Releases Security Updates

Cisco has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in multiple Cisco products. A remote attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to review t...

Google Releases Security Updates for Chrome

Google has released Chrome version 74.0.3729.131 for Windows, Mac, and Linux. This version addresses two vulnerabilities, one of which an attacker could exploit to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to...

CISA Releases Binding Operational Directive on Vulnerability Remediation

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security DHS Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA issued Binding Operational Directive BOD 19-02, Vulnerability Remediation Requirements for Internet-Accessible Systems. BOD 19-02 requires federal agencies to ensure effective and timely remediation...

FTC Releases Article on Keeping Children Safe Online

The Federal Trade Commission FTC has released an article with tips for parents to keep their children safe online. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages consumers to review the FTC article and the following additional resources for more information: Keeping Children...

Oracle Releases Security Alert

Oracle has released a security alert to address a vulnerability in WebLogic. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to review the Oracle Security Alert...

ISC Releases BIND Security Updates

The Internet Systems Consortium ISC has released updates that address vulnerabilities in versions of ISC Berkeley Internet Name Domain BIND. A remote attacker could exploit these vulnerabilities to cause a denial-of-service condition. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA...

Dutch NCSC Releases Updated TLS Guidelines

The Dutch National Cyber Security Centre NCSC has published an update to their Transport Layer Security TLS protocol guidelines, which aim to improve TLS configuration security. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to review the Dutch NCSC ...

Google Releases Security Update for Chrome

Google has released Chrome version 74.0.3729.108 for Windows, Mac, and Linux. This version addresses multiple vulnerabilities that an attacker could exploit to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to revi...

ICSJWG Spring Meeting April 23–25

The Industrial Control Systems Joint Working Group ICSJWG—a collaborative and coordinating body operating under the Critical Infrastructure Partnership Advisory Council framework—will hold the 2019 ICSJWG Spring Meeting in Kansas City, MO, April 23–25, 2019. ICSJWG facilitates information sharing...

Multiple Vulnerabilities in Broadcom WiFi Chipset Drivers

The CERT Coordination Center CERT/CC has released information on multiple vulnerabilities in Broadcom Wi-Fi chipset drivers. A remote attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages...

Cisco Releases Security Updates

Cisco has released a security update to address vulnerabilities in multiple Cisco products. A remote attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to review...

Drupal Releases Security Updates

Drupal has released security updates to address multiple vulnerabilities in Drupal Core. A remote attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected website. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to review...

Oracle Releases April 2019 Security Bulletin

Oracle has released its Critical Patch Update for April 2019 to address 297 vulnerabilities across multiple products. A remote attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and...

Apache Releases Security Updates for Apache Tomcat

The Apache Software Foundation has released Apache Tomcat versions 7.0.94, 8.5.40, and 9.0.19 to address a vulnerability. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and...

Multiple Vulnerabilities in WPA3 Protocol

The CERT Coordination Center CERT/CC has released information on vulnerabilities—referred to as Dragonblood—in WPA3 protocol. A remote attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages...

Vulnerability in Multiple VPN Applications

The CERT Coordination Center CERT/CC has released information on a vulnerability affecting multiple Virtual Private Network VPN applications. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages...

VMware Releases Security Updates

VMware has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in ESXi, Workstation, and Fusion. An attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to obtain sensitive information. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and administrators to review VMware...

Juniper Networks Releases Multiple Security Updates

Juniper Networks has released multiple security updates to address vulnerabilities in various Juniper products. An attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency CISA encourages users and...