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 July 22, 2021
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Cybercriminals Rewrite Malware to Target MacOS
Researchers discover a widespread, inexpensive malware variant has been redesigned to target both macOS and Windows devices.
Nearly All Linux OSes Have a Pair of Privilege Escalation Flaws
The issues, affecting kernels dating back to August 2014, allow an unprivileged user to gain root access to the operating system.
Why the FBI's Recovery of Colonial Pipeline Ransom Signals Hope for the Future
The "win for the good guys" is a monumental step toward breaking down the business model of ransomware and digital extortion.
Cybersecurity Through the Lens of COVID
Whether you're talking about pandemics or cybersecurity attacks, public health and information security can use the same tactics to build resiliency and avoid catastrophe.
Windows Privilege Escalation Vuln Puts Admin Passwords At Risk
Microsoft has issued a temporary workaround for systems vulnerable to CVE-2021-36934, also known as "HiveNightmare" and "SeriousSAM."
Microsoft Buys Access Management Firm CloudKnox Security
The acquisition is intended to help build out Microsoft's cloud security and identity offerings.
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Web application attacks against the video game industry quadrupled in 2020 compared to the previous year, but companies outside entertainment can learn from the data.

TSA Issues Second Directive for Pipeline Operators Amid China Concerns
A separate advisory from the CISA this week resurfaced details of a 2011–2013 Chinese campaign against energy industry targets and warned that same tactics and techniques still remain effective.

Big Game Makes Easy Prey for Cybercriminals
By adopting nation-state methods, cybercriminals have moved on from small prey to large targets to rake in millions of dollars with relatively little effort.

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