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A recent cyber attack on VSSE's email server by hackers exploiting a flaw in Barracuda's software highlights the pressing need for enhanced cybersecurity measures in the US. The vulnerability exposed by this breach underscores the critical role of regular software updates, patch management, and employee education in mitigating such risks.

As the threat landscape evolves, it is essential for organizations to prioritize their cybersecurity posture to prevent similar incidents from compromising sensitive information.

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Understanding the Newly Added VulnerabilitiesThe U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has identified two new security flaws impacting Adobe ColdFusion and Oracle Agile Product Lifecycle Management (PLM).

These added vulnerabilities are now listed in the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, indicating active exploitation.One of the vulnerabilities, CVE-2017-3066, carries a critical CVSS score of 9.8, making it an extremely high-risk threat. This deserialization vulnerability highlights the potential for serious attacks on software applications that rely on this functionality.Organizations affected by these vulnerabilities must prioritize prompt patching and updates to protect their systems and data from potential exploitation.

CISA's swift action serves as a reminder of the importance of staying vigilant in today's rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape.

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R A recent threat activity cluster, codenamed Green Nailao by Orange Cyberdefense CERT, has targeted European healthcare organizations with a sophisticated campaign. The attackers exploited a now-patched security flaw to deploy malicious software, including PlugX and its successor ShadowPad.

This initial breach led to the deployment of ransomware in some cases.The use of exploit kits to take advantage of known vulnerabilities is a common tactic among cybercriminals. In this case, the attackers successfully leveraged the unpatched security flaw to gain unauthorized access to targeted systems.The Green Nailao campaign serves as a reminder of the ongoing threat landscape and the need for organizations to prioritize cybersecurity.

Implementing timely patching, updating software regularly, and maintaining robust security measures can help prevent similar incidents in the future.