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Why Defending Against Wire Fraud Matters More in Cloud Environments

Why Defending Against Wire Fraud Matters More in Cloud Environments

The convenience of the cloud also creates new, sophisticated pathways for wire fraud. Learn why your business is more vulnerable and what's at stake.

Why Most Teams Misread an Incident Response Plan for Critical Infrastructure

Why Most Teams Misread an Incident Response Plan for Critical Infrastructure

Many incident response plans for critical infrastructure fail not because they are poorly written, but because teams misunderstand their fundamental purpose.

What GIAC Certifications Actually Look Like in a Real Incident

What GIAC Certifications Actually Look Like in a Real Incident

Ever wonder how cybersecurity certifications translate to real-world skills? Here’s a look at how GIAC-certified pros handle a major security incident.

What 1Password vs. LastPass vs. Bitwarden Actually Looks Like in a Real Incident

What 1Password vs. LastPass vs. Bitwarden Actually Looks Like in a Real Incident

When a server gets breached, how do 1Password, LastPass, and Bitwarden protect your data? We break down their security models in a real-world test.

The Real Reason Security Engineers Disagree About Compliance Posture for a Law Firm

The Real Reason Security Engineers Disagree About Compliance Posture for a Law Firm

Security engineers often clash over the right compliance strategy for a law firm, but the debate goes deeper than just technology and rules.

The Hidden Vulnerability Behind SailPoint: A Complete Product Primer

The Hidden Vulnerability Behind SailPoint: A Complete Product Primer

An essential primer on SailPoint's identity security platform, exploring its core products and the hidden architectural vulnerabilities they can introduce.

Dayforce Implements Biometric Identity Verification for Employees in Elevated-Risk Positions

Dayforce Implements Biometric Identity Verification for Employees in Elevated-Risk Positions

Dayforce Implements Biometric Identity Verification for Employees in Elevated-Risk Positions

How ISO 27001 Quietly Shapes Modern Security Architecture

How ISO 27001 Quietly Shapes Modern Security Architecture

Learn about ISO 27001, the international standard for information security, and how its framework invisibly underpins the safety of modern digital services.

Springfield Public Schools Close Due to Cyber Incident, Disrupting Operations

Springfield Public Schools Close Due to Cyber Incident, Disrupting Operations

Springfield Public Schools in Massachusetts announced a full closure for Tuesday following a cyber incident that disrupted several essential school operations. Superintendent Sonia Dinnall informed families on Monday that the shutdown is necessary to allow district officials to fully address the issue. The incident has led to a directive for all school staff and students with school-issued laptops to stay off district network systems until further notice. This closure also resulted in the cancellation of all after-school activities. Superintendent Dinnall emphasized that the decision to close schools was made with the health and safety of those inside school buildings as the primary consideration, aiming to prevent any lapse in security or functionality. The district plans to use this time to restore systems and organize backup plans for non-essential technology tools, such as attendance reporting, for when schools eventually resume.

Global Cybersecurity Spending to Reach $248.9 Billion in 2026 Amidst AI-Driven Threats and Cloud Expansion

Global Cybersecurity Spending to Reach $248.9 Billion in 2026 Amidst AI-Driven Threats and Cloud Expansion

Global Cybersecurity Spending to Reach $248.9 Billion in 2026 Amidst AI-Driven Threats and Cloud Expansion

Attackers Exploit MikroTik Routers via Internet-Exposed SSH, CERT Polska Warns

Attackers Exploit MikroTik Routers via Internet-Exposed SSH, CERT Polska Warns

Attackers are actively exploiting MikroTik routers with internet-exposed Secure Shell (SSH) remote-access services to gain full administrative control without authentication, according to a warning issued by CERT Polska on September 5. The attacks have been observed since at least September 2. While CERT Polska's warning and a subsequent review by The Hacker News on September 6 did not specify the number of victims or the attackers' identities, MikroTik has released security updates to address the vulnerabilities. CERT Polska recommends immediate installation of these updates and a thorough check for unauthorized configuration changes. The vulnerabilities, collectively termed 'MikroTrick' by CERT, allow attackers to bypass authentication and gain administrative access, posing a significant threat to affected devices.

Attackers Exploit MikroTik Routers via Internet-Exposed SSH, Gaining Administrative Control

Attackers Exploit MikroTik Routers via Internet-Exposed SSH, Gaining Administrative Control

Attackers are actively exploiting MikroTik routers that have their Secure Shell (SSH) remote-access service exposed to the internet. This exploitation allows them to gain full administrative control over the devices without requiring authentication, according to an attack warning issued by CERT Polska on September 5. The successful attacks have been observed since at least September 2. While CERT Polska has not disclosed the number of victims or the identity of the attackers, MikroTik has released security updates for its RouterOS to address the vulnerabilities. CERT Polska recommends immediate installation of these fixes and a subsequent check for any unauthorized configuration changes. The affected RouterOS versions range from 6.0.0 below 6.49.21, 7.0.0 below 7.23.4, and 7.24 below 7.24.2. MikroTik's default firewall settings typically block public access to management ports on home devices, but devices with exposed SSH services are vulnerable.