This week, Oracle released their largest Critical Patch Update (CPU) ever. The well-known software company fixed 276 vulnerabilities in 80 different products, many of which unauthenticated attackers could exploit remotely. In other words, the updates fix some pretty serious flaws. If you use any Oracle products, Java being a popular example, you should check out today's video, … [Read more...]
Oracle and Cisco Patches – Daily Security Byte EP. 251
In today's quick Security Byte video, I cover the Oracle and Cisco patches that have come out over the past few days. If you use products from either company, watch the video for highlights, and check the links below. (Episode Runtime: 2:20) Direct YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uIc7UrapLus EPISODE REFERENCES: Oracle CPU advisory for April 2016 - Oracle … [Read more...]
Oracle & Apple Patches – Daily Security Byte EP. 206
Another week, another pile of patches. If you use Apple or Oracle products, it's time to download the latest updates to keep your computers and servers safe. Watch today's video for a quick summary of the affected products and issue, and check the link below to learn more. (Episode Runtime: 2:18) Direct YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NT5OqG8VG9k EPISODE … [Read more...]
PWNed CIA, hacked Fitbit, and Fake Chrome- WSWiR Episode 167
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your normal IT job, but wish you had time to keep up with information security (infosec)? No worries! Let our weekly security video fill you in. Every Monday, I quickly summarize the biggest network and information security stories from the previous week, so you can keep up with the latest threats. Today's episode includes a story about a … [Read more...]
Oracle CPU for Oct. 2015 – Daily Security Byte EP. 162
Oracle follows a quarterly patch cycle, and today they released their big Critical Patch Update (CPU) for October 2015. Since they only update four times a year, they tend to release tons of patches at once. Today's update fixes 154 vulnerabilities in a wide selection of their products—from MySQL to the Siebel CRM. Most importantly, they also released a Java update. If you use … [Read more...]
