XOR.DDoS Malware Exploit: Linux Rootkit Targeting ARM Devices
A malware program designed for Linux systems, including embedded devices with ARM architecture, uses a sophisticated kernel rootkit that
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SocksEscort Linux Router Malware Botnet Takedown Operation Lightning
Authorities have dismantled SocksEscort, a service that sold access to a large proxy network built from compromised residential routers. Investigators say much of the infrastructure sat on infected SOHO networking devices, many running embedded Linux...
Linux Users Targeted as Crypto-stealing Malware Hits Snap Packages
We’ve been telling ourselves that Snap apps are sandbox...
UNC2891: Banking Heists with Linux Malware Exploiting Physical Access
UNC2891 has been working its way through gaps in ATM se...
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Anthem Data Breach: 80 Million Records Exposed in Cyberattack
Health insurer Anthem has confirmed the likely loss of millions of records relating to US citizens in what could be the largest cyberattack in the sector to date.
Malware Attack Compromises Syrian Opposition's Plans and Chats
Syrian opposition leaders lost gigabytes of secret communications and battlefield plans to hackers who baited them into downloading malware during flirtatious Skype chats, according to a report released Sunday.
Silk Road Case: Unraveling Strange Murders and Bitcoin Theft
To his family, he was former Eagle Scout Ross Ulbricht. To his housemates, he was
Vladimir Drinkman: Court Allows Extradition to United States for Cybercrime
A Dutch judge has ruled that an accused Russian
Hacked Wireless Alarm System: Discover Security Risks for Remote Monitoring
These new-generation systems can be simple to sophisticated in their ability to detect entry into your home, and much more. Most are now integrating remote monitoring and control of home automation systems, and this was clearly evident at the recent Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, where an incredible array of life-safety and comfort technology was on display.
Silk Road Marketplace Cyber Extortion: Ransom Demands And Attacks
Hackers extorted thousands of dollars out of the Silk Road marketplace through threats of hitting the site with denial of service attacks or exposing severe security vulnerabilities.
Topface Data Breach: 20 Million Stolen Credentials Exposed
The user names and email addresses of 20 million visitors to Russian online dating website Topface have reportedly been put up for sale on a crime forum, according to anti-fraud firm Easy Solutions.
All Linux Systems glibc Critical Remote Code Execution Advisory
A critical vulnerability has been found in glibc, the GNU C library, that affects all Linux systems dating back to 2000. Attackers can use this flaw to execute code and remotely gain control of Linux machines.
Gas Stations Across U.S. Expose 5,000 ATGs to Online Security Risks
Over 5,000 devices used by gas stations in the U.S. to monitor their fuel tank levels can be manipulated from the Internet by malicious attackers.
SnapShot Device Weakness: Two Million Cars Susceptible To Hacking
An electronic dongle used to connect to the onboard diagnostic systems of more than two million cars and trucks contains few defenses against hacking, an omission that makes them vulnerable to wireless attacks that take control of a vehicle, according to published reports.
Gitrob: Application Security Tool for GitHub Data Detection
Free online code repositories such as GitHub provide a valuable collaboration service for enterprise developers. But it
Banking Trojans Target SCADA: Industrial Control Networks Under Threat
Trend Micro researcher Kyle Wilhoit says the latest attacks on SCADA and industrial control networks are turning out to carry rather pedestrian banking Trojans, and have been on the rise since October 2014.
New ATM Skimming Threats: Complex Attacks on Cash Deposits
Previous stories on KrebsOnSecurity about ATM skimming attacks have focused on innovative fraud devices made to attach to the outside of compromised ATMs. Security experts are now warning about the emergence of a new class of skimming scams aimed at draining ATM cash deposits via a novel and complex attack.
Buffer Overflow in UEFI EDK1: Severity and Threat Overview
A pair of security researchers have found a buffer overflow vulnerability within the implementation of the unified extensible firmware interface (UEFI) within the EDK1 project used in firmware development.
Bitstamp Incident: Investigating Security Compromise Impacting Users
Not even a year has passed since top bitcoin exchange Mt. Gox collapsed into a pit of burning money, blaming a hacking incident for a nearly half-billion dollar meltdown and bankruptcy. Now another major exchange may be putting its users through a small-scale replay of that crisis.
UK Detains 22-Year-Old Cybercriminal Linked to DDoS Assaults on Xbox
Krebs on Security reports that police in the UK have arrested a hacker who they believe was responsible for recent Christmas outages on the PlayStation Network and Xbox Live.
Lizard Squad Hacking Incident: FBI Investigations and Consequences
This crew is taking credit for the Sony and Xbox hack and the Feds are already taking the low-hanging fruit. It is not really a surprise that these hacks are so prolific most hacker crews want to get their name out there but to do so means, well that it is out there.
SS7 Security Risks Reveal Mobile Tracking Issues At Chaos Conference
Security vulnerabilities in the SS7 phone-call routing protocol that allow mobile call and text message tracking will be revealed this weekend.
12 Million ISP Routers Vulnerable: RomPager Exploit Threatens Takeover
More than 12 million devices running an embedded webserver called RomPager are vulnerable to a simple attack that could give a hacker man-in-the-middle position on traffic going to and from home routers from just about every leading manufacturer.
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