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Microsoft email servers hack could have been prevented
Microsoft publicly disclosed several months ago that a Chinese hacking group, Storm-0558, breached its servers in early the previous year, initiating surveillance on email servers associated with senior US government officials. Following an investigation, Members of Congress assert that Microsoft’s report on the email server hack could have been prevented had the tech giant not […]
Microsoft and Google pledge to offer cybersecurity support to Rural Hospitals
In rural healthcare settings, the IT infrastructure often lags behind due to various challenges such as limited budgets, political constraints, and insufficient awareness. This vulnerability leaves hospitals susceptible to cyber-attacks, prompting governments to push for stronger defenses before it’s too late. Tech giants like Microsoft and Google are stepping in to support rural healthcare providers […]
A Practical Guide to Applying Zero Trust Principles to Active Directory for Microsoft On-Premises and Hybrid Environment Protection
Microsoft Active Directory (AD) is currently used by over 90% of large organizations. It functions as the ‘keys to the kingdom’ – a critical identity system that controls user authentication and permissions for the entirety of an organization’s resources and operations. The level of access Active Directory provides is immense, and unsurprisingly, it’s a hacker […]
Microsoft to roll out AI powered PCs concerningly in coming years
Microsoft is poised to revolutionize the landscape of personal computing with its upcoming line of AI-powered PCs, signaling a significant shift in user experience and productivity. These cutting-edge devices, akin to the already unveiled Copilot, will predominantly rely on cloud-based infrastructure, ensuring seamless accessibility to stored data from anywhere. Essentially, Microsoft’s foray into AI-driven PCs […]
New Ransomware Gang exploits Microsoft Bitlocker to lockup databases
In a concerning development, a new ransomware gang has emerged employing BitLocker encryption technology to hold databases hostage, demanding payment for decryption keys. BitLocker, a Windows encryption tool, safeguards data by encrypting hard drives, requiring multi-factor authentication for access. Reportedly, the ShrinkLocker ransomware gang has been observed targeting companies in Mexico, Indonesia, and Jordan, focusing […]
Cyber Threat news headlines trending on Google
Rockwell Automation Urges Caution Regarding Industrial Control Systems Rockwell Automation, a leading provider of industrial control systems (ICS), has issued a cautionary advisory urging its customers to refrain from connecting their ICS to the internet. This proactive measure aims to mitigate the risks associated with potential fraudulent access and cyber threats from external sources. The […]
Cyber Attack news headlines trending on Google
The Microsoft Threat Intelligence team has officially confirmed that a group of threat actors known as Storm-1811 has been exploiting client management tools within its Quick Assist platform to target customers through social engineering tactics. This criminal group has been identified for installing the Black Basta Ransomware, employing vishing techniques to distribute malware such as […]
Microsoft experiences another cyber attack after China email server intrusion
Microsoft has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons lately, raising concerns about its approach to cybersecurity. Following reports of a cyber attack originating from China, the tech giant finds itself in the spotlight once again due to various security lapses including data exposure, email breaches, and source code leaks. According to insights from […]
Windows Server 2012 / 2012 R2 End of Life – Here’s How to Secure your Legacy Servers
[By Michael Gorelik, CTO of Morphisec] Microsoft’s decision to end support for Windows Server 2012 and 2012 R2 should surprise no one. But the end of support for these decade-old operating systems is still catching many off guard. Early last year, support ended for Windows 7, Windows 8, 8.1, and Windows Server 2008 […]
Russia bans Microsoft followed by Amazon and Google
Russia implemented a sweeping ban on Microsoft Cloud services on March 20th, with plans to extend the prohibition to Google and Amazon web services in the coming weeks. While security analysts cite national security concerns as the primary motive, trade experts suggest it’s a retaliatory measure against sanctions imposed on the country on December 18, […]
