The Hidden Value of Risk and Privacy Impact Assessments for SMBs
For many small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), the digital frontier offers endless opportunities. However, with great opportunity often comes great risk. In today's digital age, the challenge isn't just about seizing these opportunities, but doing so responsibly, securely, and in line with various regulatory requirements. At Perdition Security, we believe the key to navigating this balance is through regular Risk Assessments and Privacy[...]
Urgent Fortinet Patch Addresses Critical Vulnerability in FortiGate Firewalls
Urgent Fortinet Patch Addresses Critical Vulnerability in FortiGate Firewalls A critical security flaw discovered in Fortinet's FortiGate firewalls and FortiProxy SSL-VPN may expose users to a remote code execution (RCE) attack. This threat is particularly concerning as it's pre-authentication, affecting every SSL VPN appliance, making it reachable without needing any form of user credentials. The Vulnerability Explained The vulnerability, officially tracked as CVE-2023-27997,[...]
Unveiling CVE-2023-34362: The MoveIt Transfer Zero-Day Exploit
Unveiling CVE-2023-34362: The MoveIt Transfer Zero-Day Exploit With our relentless commitment to the world of cybersecurity, our researchers have recently come across an SQL injection vulnerability in the MOVEit Transfer web application - CVE-2023-34362. This critical vulnerability could be exploited by an unauthenticated, remote attacker via a specially designed request. The successful execution of this exploit could give an attacker direct access to[...]
MacOS – Migraine Vuln CVE-2023-32369
System Integrity Protection (SIP) is an integral part of Apple's security strategy. It's a foundational security measure implemented within macOS to safeguard protected files and directories from being modified, even by the root user or applications with root permissions. Essentially, SIP forms a protective barrier around key system files, limiting the actions that the root user can perform on these files and[...]
Securing the Frontlines: The Importance of Endpoint Security
Introduction As the frontier of user access, endpoints are attractive targets for cybercriminals. Ensuring these devices are secure can often seem like a daunting task, given the variety and volume of threats they face. However, with the right measures such as antivirus software, multi-factor authentication, and modern data loss prevention tools, you can effectively protect your endpoints. In this post, we'll explore[...]
Navigating Cyber Storms: The Role of Digital Forensics and Incident Response
Introduction When a cybersecurity incident strikes, your organization's ability to respond swiftly and effectively is what separates a successful recovery from a catastrophic fallout. Coupling this with the power of digital forensics can transform your cyber defense mechanisms, equipping you with the tools needed to investigate, learn, and improve from each incident. This post will shed light on the importance of digital forensics[...]
