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How to Outsmart Internet Scanners: A Comedic Guide for Hackers

As an offensive security professional, building malicious infrastructure is part of the job, but staying under the radar is tricky. With companies like GCore Labs launching rapid internet scans, identifying non-standard user-agent strings becomes essential. Learn how to detect these snooping sensors and keep your Evilginx setup hidden from prying eyes!

12 months ago

Ivanti’s Security Slip-Up: CVE-2025-0282 and CVE-2025-0283 Vulnerabilities Leave the Door Wide Open!

Ivanti’s Connect Secure products have a critical vulnerability, CVE-2025-0282, allowing remote code execution. Attackers are targeting these systems like a kid in a candy store. The solution? Patch it faster than a cheetah on espresso. Stay secure and don’t let the hackers have all the fun!

12 months ago

Asterisk Security Patch: No More Snooping for You!

The Asterisk Development Team has rolled out Certified Asterisk 20.7-cert4. This update tightens security by confining AMI ListCategories to the configuration directory. So no more accidental file sightseeing! Download your drama-free version now.

12 months ago

Bruno IDE Bug: Hackers’ New Favorite Playground!

Look out, Bruno IDE Desktop users! Versions prior to 1.29.0 come with a side of vulnerability. Thanks to a sneaky command injection flaw, attackers can execute arbitrary commands using a crafted URL. So, unless you want your software to moonlight as a remote code execution tool, it’s patching time!

12 months ago

ABB AC500v3: A Vulnerability Circus You Didn’t Want Tickets To

ABB AC500v3 is starring in its own thriller with multiple vulnerabilities uncovered. Stay tuned for the drama involving potential security breaches. Will these issues be patched, or will the suspense continue?

12 months ago

Asterisk 22.1.1: One Small Step for Security, One Giant Leap for Directory Safety

The Asterisk Development Team has rolled out security release Asterisk 22.1.1, finally putting an end to accidental file tourism via AMI ListCategories. You can download this update faster than you can say “path traversal” at their official GitHub and download page. Happy secure calling!

12 months ago

Asterisk Security Release 21.6.1: Path Traversal Bug Gets the Boot!

The Asterisk Development Team proudly announces Asterisk 21.6.1, a security release that tackles one pesky issue: stopping AMI ListCategories from wandering off to unauthorized files. Download it now and give your system the security boost it deserves, without needing to call in the Ghostbusters!

12 months ago

Asterisk 20.11.1: Keeping Hackers Out of Your Files!

The Asterisk Development Team has released Asterisk 20.11.1, a security update that patches a path traversal vulnerability via AMI ListCategories. This action now restricts access to files outside the configuration directory. Grab your update now and avoid unwanted file adventures!

12 months ago

The Not-Invented-Here Chronicles: A Honeypot Tale of SQL, Snafus, and Syntax!

Syntactic sugar is the most expensive type, but fear not, budding cyber warriors! With open-source software galore, you can dodge the “buy-vs-build” conundrum and dive into the world of SQL and IP address sorcery. Just remember, in the realm of cybersecurity, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution—just a lot of trial, error, and a sprinkle of humor.

12 months ago

AWS Vulnerability Alert: Upgrade Now or Face the Wrath of the Man-in-the-Middle!

AWS identified vulnerabilities in specific versions of Amazon WorkSpaces, AppStream 2.0, and DCV clients. These could enable man-in-the-middle attacks. Customers are urged to upgrade to fixed versions to secure their remote sessions. Remember, updating is not just a tech chore; it’s a digital life-saver.

12 months ago

Old Routers, New Tricks: How a 12-Year-Old Bug Still Haunts the Netgear Network

Routers are essential for internet connectivity, but some have vulnerabilities as old as your flip phone. A 12-year-old Netgear vulnerability still attracts hackers, despite its router’s outdated hardware. So, before your router becomes a vintage tech collector’s item, ensure it’s up to date and not mining cryptocurrency on the side.

12 months ago

Microsoft’s Patch-tastic Parade: 209 Vulnerabilities March to the Tune of Zero-Days!

In this month’s Microsoft patch update, 209 vulnerabilities are addressed, including 12 critical ones. Notably, the Windows Hyper-V NT Kernel Integration VSP vulnerabilities are actively exploited, allowing attackers to gain SYSTEM privileges. Users should patch these vulnerabilities pronto, or risk turning their systems into a hacker’s playground.

12 months ago

Unmasking Cyber Villains: How Automated Detection Turns the Tables on Sneaky Hackers

Threat actors leave behind breadcrumbs of reused infrastructure in their cyberattack escapades, allowing defenders to pivot and uncover new malicious domains. With automated detection, defenders can stay one step ahead, blocking the digital baddies before they even get started. It’s like catching the villain before the opening credits roll.

12 months ago

Password Reset Peril: How Easy-to-Crack Codes Could Leave Your Security in Shambles!

Password resets often involve sending a one-time code, but without brute force protection, it’s like guarding a bank vault with a sticky note. Facebook learned this the hard way. So before you reset, make sure your code is more Fort Knox than Post-it. Remember, digital security isn’t a laughing matter!

12 months ago

VBA & OLE: Unraveling the Comedy of Analyzing OOXML Files with zipdump.py!

VBA macros and embedded files are stored as OLE files within OOXML files. Analyze .docm files with zipdump.py, and use oledump.py for individual OLE files. Each file gets a letter prefix which is essential for selecting the correct stream, except for the first file. And hey, no need to worry about uppercase or lowercase!

12 months ago

Wireshark 4.4.3: Bug Busting Bonanza, But Vulnerabilities? Zero!

Wireshark release 4.4.3 fixes a whopping zero vulnerabilities but tackles eight bugs. It’s like going to a dentist to get your teeth cleaned and ending up with a new haircut!

12 months ago

Chrome Extension Chaos: How to Outsmart the Cyberhaven Attackers

In the wake of the Cyberhaven Extension attack, keeping tabs on your Chrome extensions is like keeping an eye on that one mischievous cousin at family gatherings. Defender’s got your back with its handy extension cataloging feature. Don’t have it? No worries! You can still hunt down those sneaky extensions manually.

12 months ago

Laughing in the Face of Cyber Threats: Your Daily Dose of Internet Security News!

Join the Internet Storm Center’s “Application Security: Securing Web Apps, APIs, and Microservices” class from January 27th to February 1st, 2025. Perfect for anyone who’s ever wondered if their web app is more like a digital Swiss cheese. Secure your spot to patch those holes before the hackers have a fondue party!

12 months ago

Redtail’s Crypto-Caper: When Malware Mines and Dines on Your CPU!

Cryptomining malware redtail is like that unwelcome guest who not only crashes your party but eats all the snacks. It exploits CPU architecture and evicts other miners. Protect your system by patching, using robust antimalware, and disabling root logins, because nobody wants to host a freeloading digital miner.

12 months ago

Cisco Software Upgrades: Laughing Through the Patches and Fixes

When considering software upgrades, always check Cisco Security Advisories to avoid surprises. Make sure your hardware won’t stage a mutiny and has enough memory. For unclear info, consult the Cisco Technical Assistance Center. Remember, it’s best to keep network issues from turning into an epic saga!

12 months ago
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Confessional Booth of Our Digital Sins

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