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Really Simple Security Plugin Flaw Risks 4M+ WordPress Sites

An authentication bypass flaw in the Really Simple Security WordPress plugin was fixed with the release 9.1.2, releasing forced patches.

WhatsApp Enhances Call Security With Location Hiding, Unknown Call Block

WhatsApp allows hiding location during a call by masking the IP address, alongside preventing malicious call threats from unknown numbers.

Australia to remove Chinese surveillance cameras amid security fears

It follows moves by the UK and US last year citing concerns that China could access the devices.

Android 14 Will Block Malware With Enhanced Security Updates

Android 14 includes several behavior changes and other updates to block malware from abusing permissions, install apps, and more.

Apple fixes new WebKit zero-day exploited to hack iPhones, Macs

Apple has released emergency security updates to address a new zero-day vulnerability used in attacks to hack iPhones, iPads, and Macs.

Ukraine shuts down fraudulent call center claiming 18,000 victims

A group of imposters operating out of a Ukrainian call center defrauded thousands of victims while pretending to be IT security employees at their banks and leading them to believe that attackers had gained access to their bank accounts.

Apple New Webkit Zero-day Flaw Used Actively Used in Attacks Against iPhones

Furthermore, Apple said that the bug "may have been actively exploited" against older versions in security bulletins published today for iOS/iPadOS 15.7.2, Safari 16.2, tvOS 16.2, and macOS Ventura 13.1.

LastPass, GoTo announce security incident

LastPass and its affiliate GoTo (formerly LogMeIn) have suffered a security incident / breach and the investigation is undeway.

Revolut hack exposes data of 50,000 users, fuels new phishing wave

Revolut is sending out notices of a data breach to a small percentage of impacted users, informing them of a security incident where an unauthorized third party accessed internal data.

Twitter misleading the public, whistleblower says

Twitter's former head of security Peiter Zatko has been giving evidence to US lawmakers.

LastPass says hackers had internal access for four days

LastPass says the attacker behind the August security breach had internal access to the company's systems for four days until they were detected and evicted.

The complexity of modern aircraft cybersecurity

In this Help Net Security video, Josh Lospinoso, CEO at Shift5, talks about a variety of aircraft cybersecurity concerns.

Hackers may have exploited security flaws - Apple

Users of some models of iPhone, iPad and Mac are being urged to run "important" security update.

Numerous Security Bugs Found In Enabot Ebo Air Smart Robot

Exploiting the vulnerabilities could allow an adversary take over the target Enabot Ebo Air robot and spy on the user. The vendors fixed the flaws.

Multiple Security Flaws Found In Nuki Smart Locks

Nuki patched the flaws affecting its CIA, across its Smart Locks, Bridge, and other products with latest updates.

  Apple Released Security Updates For iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS

Apple Watch, iPad, iPhone, and Mac users will receive the latest updates, which include a few new features and a number of bug fixes.

Security warning after sale of stolen Chinese data

Public bodies are told to be on guard after hacker tries to sell data of one billion Chinese citizens.

Apple's New "Lockdown Mode" Protects iPhone, iPad, and Mac Against Spyware

Apple introduces a new security feature called "Lockdown Mode" on iPhone, iPad and Mac devices to protect high-risk users from spyware attacks.

Google Improves Its Password Manager to Boost Security Across All Platforms

Google has made a number of enhancements to its password manager service in an effort to make it more secure and consistent across platforms.

Google Releases Android Update to Patch Actively Exploited Vulnerability

Google releases monthly security patches for Android with fixes for 37 vulnerabilities in various components.

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