AutoWarp was discovered and reported by Orca Security to Microsoft, who patched it, before its widespread exploitation. Microsoft Azure flaw allowed unauthorized account access • The Register AutoWarp would have given unauthorised access to Azure Automation Services.
Amazon Alexa hijacked but it is now patched – updated
This was originally posted on 4 March 2022 I put this more academic article up, as a Saturday read, for some background into home automation and smart devices: Home automation and Smart Devices – some questions to be answered – Smart Thinking Solutions Now today there is an article on …
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Android malware banking fraud – updated
Updated New Xenomorph Android malware targets more than 50 banking and financial applications | TechRepublic The original article was published on 26 January 2022 This is an old Android vulnerability that has been given a refresh by cyber criminals. This time round it covers it’s tracks making the user’s recovery …
Ubuntu patches required back to v.14.04 – check and do it now
The details are here on The Register: Ubuntu addresses Linux kernel vulnerabilities • The Register
An oldie but still out in the wild
The Equation Editor vulnerability in Microsoft Office was fixed back in 2017 but SANS recently found a new phishing email using it in the wild. It really highlights why updates and patches are so important – especially when you are using older software. Have a look at the ingenuity used …
You need to revisit your Adobe Commerce/Magneto installs – more patches needed
It seems the first patch was not enough: Adobe patches ecommerce platform a second time • The Register Patches for Adobe Commerce, Chrome and Magento – Smart Thinking Solutions
Patches for Adobe Commerce, Chrome and Magento
This came out late last night our time. Adobe, Chrome patch security bugs under active attack • The Register