Earlier this week, Citadelo published a vulnerability they found in the VMware Cloud software. Small Cloud providers use VMware Cloud software to support virtual servers and manage the environment through the Director module in the software. Citadelo found a remote execution vulnerability in this management software. Citadelo also noted they could do the following … [Read more...]
Does Your Network Box Block All Malware
Last week, researchers at Mimecast posted an article that detailed an increase in the LimeRAT malware hidden in Excel spreadsheets. If you’ve followed our quarterly security reports, you’ll remember we have also found an increase in the use of Excel spreadsheets to release malware. Find out more about this increase of malware in Excel in our latest … [Read more...]
Protecting Your Devices While Working From Home
Just like viruses that spread when we don’t protect ourselves, a computer virus also spreads when we don’t protect our devices. The global COVID-19 pandemic has forced much of the workforce to work remotely to help slow the spread of the disease. To keep your computer safe while working from home, take these steps. A virus close to you easily transfers and infects you. A … [Read more...]
Celebrate Women’s History Month with WatchGuard
“If you have knowledge, let others light their candles in it.” – Margaret Fuller This month WatchGuard is celebrating Women’s History Month by featuring outstanding women in the cybersecurity industry on Secplicity and on our podcast The 443 – Security Simplified. Our goal is to give women in our field a platform to talk about the work they do and their experiences. The … [Read more...]
Creepy App Tracks its Users, Leaks its Database
As reported by TechCrunch, an app made by ClevGuard called KidsGuard stalks spouses, employees, and children. ClevGuard advertises the app for this purpose as while highlighting the apps stealth capabilities. Lots of these types of apps, called “stalkerware,” exist but this one’s crummier than the rest. The app copies data off of the target’s phone and takes … [Read more...]
