Researchers unearth two previously unknown Linux backdoors – Help Net Security

These tools are designed to maintain persistent access and execute commands stealthily, enabling prolonged intelligence gathering while evading detection.

Single Right-Click Let Hackers Gain Access To System By Exploiting 0-Day

This 0-day flaw, identified by security analysts at ClearSky Cyber Security in June 2024, allows attackers to gain unauthorized access to systems through minimal user interaction.

Lincoln High School’s CyberSecurity Program Featured by ABC 33/40

The Lincoln High School CyberSecurity program has been getting a lot of media attention in its 5th year at LHS. ABC 33/40 stopped by to talk to a couple of…

Schneider Electric hit by Ransomware Demand of $125,000 in baguettes.

Schneider Electric confirmed that it is investigating a breach as a ransomware group Hellcat claims to have stolen more than 40 GB of compressed data — and demanded the French multinational energy management company pay $125,000 in baguettes or else see its sensitive customer and operational information leaked.

HYPR is latest firm to reveal hiring of fraudulent IT worker overseas | CyberScoop

Company officials say the individual was caught during the onboarding process, but used proxies and verified documents to back up their legend.

I Started Playing CTFs and They Are My New Hobby

At its core, a CTF is both a learning tool and a game, making it a fun and interactive way to dive into cybersecurity, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned professional. CTFs usually come in three categories: Jeopardy-style, Attack-defense, and Mixed or King of the Hill.

Russian group’s hack of Texas water system underscores critical OT cyber threats | CSO Online

But water systems have been increasingly in the crosshairs in 2024, resulting in the following noteworthy water security developments:

The Best Free Apps to Replace Your Microsoft 365 and Adobe Subscriptions

With more and more big name applications moving towards subscription plans, they are becoming less affordable for individuals and small businesses. Open source applications can often fill the needs for…

How To Find Listening Ports With Netstat and PowerShell

The netstat command in Windows is a useful tool for IT and Cyber professionals for tracing connections to computers. https://mshub.co.uk/find-listening-ports-netstat-and-powershell/#:~:text=To%20narrow%20down%20the%20output,often%20more%20useful%20for%20analysis.

What happens when Windows goes into sleep mode?

When you have to take a short break while working, you don’t have to shut your computer down completely; instead, put it to sleep and quickly get on with it after the break.