Office of The CISO Knowledge Base

Category: Information Security

  • FirewallA vs Next Generation Firewalls

    Comparison of FirewallA Firewalls and Modern Next-Generation Firewalls As cyber threats continue to evolve, the need for more advanced security solutions becomes increasingly important. FirewallA firewalls and modern next-generation firewalls (NGFWs) are two types of network security solutions designed to protect networks from external threats. While FirewallA firewalls are considered traditional, they remain popular in…

  • The Path to Becoming an Ethical Hacker: Skills, Steps, and Strategies

    In the digital era, cybersecurity has become a top priority for businesses, governments, and individuals alike. With the increasing reliance on technology, the need for skilled ethical hackers, also known as white-hat hackers, has never been more critical. These professionals work to identify vulnerabilities in computer systems and networks, helping to protect against malicious hacking…

  • Cybersecurity and the Oil Industry

    The oil industry plays a vital role in powering economies and maintaining global energy security. As the world increasingly relies on technology, the need for robust cybersecurity measures in the oil industry has become more critical than ever. This article delves into the importance of cybersecurity in the oil industry, the potential threats it faces,…

  • Chinese Hackers Exploit Fortinet Vulnerability To Commit Espionage

    A medium-severity security vulnerability in Fortinet FortiOS has been exploited in a zero-day attack, with a suspected Chinese hacking group behind the operation. Threat intelligence company Mandiant linked the activity to a broader campaign aiming to deploy backdoors in Fortinet and VMware solutions for persistent access to targeted environments. The firm is tracking this malicious…

  • Microsoft March 2023 Patch Tuesday

    On Tuesday, Microsoft issued updates to address at least 74 security vulnerabilities in its Windows operating systems and software. Among these, two flaws are already being actively exploited, with one particularly severe vulnerability found in Microsoft Outlook that can be exploited without any user involvement. The Outlook vulnerability (CVE-2023-23397) affects all Microsoft Outlook versions from…

  • Chinese and Russian Hackers Using SILKLOADER Malware to Evade Detection

    According to a report by Finnish cybersecurity firm WithSecure, Chinese and Russian cybercriminals have been using a new piece of malware called SILKLOADER to load Cobalt Strike onto infected machines. The malware employs DLL side-loading techniques to deliver commercial adversary simulation software. With the increased detection capabilities against Cobalt Strike, threat actors are seeking alternative…

  • Google Finds 18 Critical Security Vulnerabilities in Samsung Exynos Chips

    According to a recent report, Google has discovered 18 severe security vulnerabilities in Samsung’s Exynos chips, some of which can be remotely exploited without user interaction to completely compromise a phone. These zero-day vulnerabilities affect a broad range of Android smartphones from Samsung, Vivo, Google, wearables using the Exynos W920 chipset, and vehicles equipped with…

  • Websites that look like Telegram and WhatsApp Sites Stealing Crypto

    According to a new analysis by ESET researchers Lukáš Štefanko and Peter Strýček, copycat websites for popular instant messaging apps like Telegram and WhatsApp are being used to distribute trojanized versions, infecting Android and Windows users with cryptocurrency clipper malware. The malware is designed to target victims’ cryptocurrency funds, with several targeting cryptocurrency wallets. While…

  • GoLang-Based HinataBot Exploiting Router and Server Flaws

    A new botnet named HinataBot, which is based on the Golang programming language, has been found exploiting known vulnerabilities to compromise routers and servers for launching distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks. According to a technical report by Akamai, the botnet’s name is inspired by a character from the anime series Naruto, with filenames like “Hinata-<OS>-<Architecture>.” The…

  • Cybersecurity Burnout Causes and Remedies

    There are several reasons why cybersecurity teams may be overworked: Growing cybersecurity threats: With the increasing number of cybersecurity threats and attacks, cybersecurity teams are under constant pressure to stay vigilant and respond quickly to protect their organization’s data and systems. Lack of skilled professionals: There is a significant shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals in…