There's tons of security news each week. If you can't keep up, I try to summarize the most important stuff for you in my weekly video. This week's show covers a researcher leaking 10M credentials, Forbes' website getting hacked, a TurboTax security scare, and much more. Watch the video for all the details, or check out the Reference section for other interesting … [Read more...]
0day Watering Holes – WSWiR Episode 96
Flash and IE 0day, Watering Holes, and Router Worms It's Friday, Friday, gotta get your InfoSec on Friday.... Seriously though. If you are looking for a quick round-up of this week's biggest security news, this is your show. In it, I cover what I think are the top three information and network security stories of the week, vlog style. If that sounds good, keep reading. This … [Read more...]
The Mask APT Campaign – WSWiR Episode 95
400Gb DDoS, More Bitcoin Attacks, and The Mask APT If you're looking for a quick synopsis of the latest information security news and advisories, our quick weekly video can provide it for you. This week's episode was shot literally right before I had to run out to catch a plane, so please excuse the low quality webcam footage. Today's episode includes a quick rundown of the … [Read more...]
Target Chain of Trust Attack – WSWiR Episode 94
Flash 0day, DailyMotion Watering Hole, and New POS Malware With Seattle celebrating our Super Bowl victory (Sea-Hawks!), it's hard for locals to keep their minds on Information Security (Infosec), but criminal hackers don't stop for American football. If you've been too busy to follow security news this week, let WatchGuard's Friday video fill you in on the details, and help … [Read more...]
Cyber Tradecraft; Defending Against Drive-by Downloads
Imagine this… You’re perusing the ancient and colorful Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, feeling overwhelmed by all the interesting sights, sounds, and smells. An excited and charismatic shop owner waves you over to his wares, enticing you to contemplate the colorful baubles he has on display. As you’re thus distracted, a quiet, inconspicuous character jostles you lightly from behind, … [Read more...]