by PCS | Jun 5, 2024 | 2024, Updates
The developers of PuTTY have released an update to address a severe vulnerability that could allow attackers to recover secret keys. This vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-31497, affects PuTTY’s handling of ECDSA nonces specifically with NIST P-521 keys....
by PCS | Jun 5, 2024 | 2024, Updates
Cybersecurity Term of the Week: Hash Values Protecting file integrity, hash values act as unique digital fingerprints, generated through cryptographic algorithms like MD5 and SHA1. Any alteration to the file triggers a significant change in its hash value, crucial for...
by PCS | Jun 5, 2024 | 2024, Updates
The CVE-2024-3400 vulnerability affects certain versions and configurations of Palo Alto Networks’ PAN-OS software, specifically in the GlobalProtect feature. It allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code with root privileges on the affected...
by PCS | Jun 5, 2024 | 2024, Updates
Hackers failed to impersonate LastPass CEO using deepfake audio in a voice phishing scam. The employee recognized the suspicious nature of the WhatsApp communication and reported it, prompting LastPass to take action. LastPass shared the incident to raise awareness of...
by PCS | Jun 5, 2024 | 2024, Updates
This week’s spotlight is on ‘Script Kiddie’ – the term for those who wield pre-made tools in the digital realm, lacking the coding finesse but not the mischief. Stay vigilant, stay secure! #PinedaCybersecurity #CyberSecurityMakesSenseHere...
by PCS | Jun 5, 2024 | 2024, Updates
NIST has launched three free, self-guided online courses focusing on the NIST Special Publications 800-53, 800-53A, and 800-53B, covering security and privacy controls, assessment procedures, and control baselines respectively. No registration is required, and the...