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Threat Level: green
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Stormcast for Jan 6th 2024: Python SweatRAT, Goodware Hash Sets, SSL/TLS Updates and more.
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In this episode of the SANS Internet Storm Center's Stormcast, we cover the latest cybersecurity threats and defenses, including Python-delivered malware, goodware hash sets, SSL/TLS protocol updates, and critical vulnerabilities in ASUS routers and Paessler PRTG. Stay informed and secure your systems!
Full details and links to all stories:
SwaetRAT via Python: https://isc.sans.edu/diary/SwaetRAT%20Delivery%20Through%20Python/31554
Goodware Hash Sets: https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Goodware%20Hash%20Sets/31556
SSL/TLS Updates: https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Changes%20in%20SSL%20and%20TLS%20support%20in%202024/31550
Cyberhaven Extension Compromise: https://secureannex.com/blog/cyberhaven-extension-compromise/
PRTG Vulnerability: https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1736/
ASUS Router Vulnerabilities: https://cybersecuritynews.com/asus-router-vulnerabilities/
Full details and links to all stories:
SwaetRAT via Python: https://isc.sans.edu/diary/SwaetRAT%20Delivery%20Through%20Python/31554
Goodware Hash Sets: https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Goodware%20Hash%20Sets/31556
SSL/TLS Updates: https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Changes%20in%20SSL%20and%20TLS%20support%20in%202024/31550
Cyberhaven Extension Compromise: https://secureannex.com/blog/cyberhaven-extension-compromise/
PRTG Vulnerability: https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1736/
ASUS Router Vulnerabilities: https://cybersecuritynews.com/asus-router-vulnerabilities/
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