The Apache Software Foundation fixed a critical file upload vulnerability in the Struts 2 open-source framework. This flaw, tracked as CVE-2023-50164, could allow remote code execution. An attacker can manipulate file upload parameters to upload a malicious file and execute code on the server. “An attacker can manipulate file upload …
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internet operational technology
17th bdNOG conference start tomorrow for three days
17th bdNOG Conference and Workshop is going to be held in Dhaka on December 12-15 jointly organized by Bangladesh Network Operators Group (BDING) and Internet Service Providers Association of Bangladesh (ISPAB). Three days technical workshop and one day hosting day will be in the conference. The workshop will train Internet …
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Canada Ransomware Whitepaper-2023
Mid-sized Canadian firms pay an average $1.13 million to ransomware gangs
A recent survey found that mid-sized Canadian companies paid an average of just over $1 million in ransomware payments this year. On Thursday, the results of a survey conducted by Palo Alto Networks were released. The survey involved IT professionals from 1,000 organizations with employee numbers ranging from 100 to …
Read More »Government plans digital health cards for all citizens
The government plans to implement digital health cards for all citizens. This will eliminate the need to keep physical prescription and test files, as all the information will be stored in a digital database. DGHS is implementing a digital database to manage patient information more efficiently. Each patient will receive …
Read More »Daily Cybersecurity update, December 09, 2023
In the digital age, attacks have been generated in every seconds in every corner of the work. Here are the 5 notable happenings in the world in cyber industry: FortiGuard Labs found a new email phishing campaign. It tricks victims by using fake hotel booking details to make them click …
Read More »Singapore’s AI strategy 2.0 to include localized LLM
Singapore launched its first AI strategy in 2019, aiming to deepen the use of AI in transforming the economy. Singapore’s early investment in AI led to the creation of approximately 150 research teams and 900 startups focusing on AI development. Consequently, Singapore has experienced notable advancements in AI, leading to …
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set deadline disclosing data
LockBit claim to hit Citizens Bank of West Virginia
LockBit ransomware group claim to have cyber attack the Citizens Bank of West Virginia. The group post on tweeter that “Just another greedy company that puts their own money above client’s privacy”. The hackers set a deadline for their demands till December 9, 2023, otherwise it will be published. But …
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US senator's letter
Governments spying on Apple, Google users through push notifications
Some governments have asked Apple and Google for the push notification records of their users in order to track down certain individuals. This information comes from U.S. Senator Ron Wyden. “Push notifications are alerts sent by phone apps to users’ smartphones,” Wyden said. Senator Ron Wyden wrote a letter to …
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NCSA hold seminar
NCSA highlighted requirements of newly approved Cyber Security Act.2023
National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) organized a seminar titled “Safe Internet Usage and Prevention of Cybercrime” on 07th December 2023 at Sher-e-Bangla Medical College Hospital, Barisal. The day-long seminar was organized by the National Cyber Security Agency, Information and Communication Technology Department in collaboration with the medical college authorities. The …
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interpol biometric hub
INTERPOL biometric tool to capture most wanted criminals
INTERPOL, the world’s largest international police organization unveiled its new enhanced BioHub. This system, powered by IDEMIA’s advanced multibiometric identification system (MBIS), is expected to transform global law enforcement capabilities. MBIS 5 is the latest version, released in October 2023. It has new algorithms that improve matching accuracy, reduce response …
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