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Kali Linux 2022.3 adds 5 new tools, updates Linux kernel, and more
2022-08-09 19:23

Offensive Security has released ​Kali Linux 2022.3, the third version of 2022, with virtual machine improvements, Linux Kernel 5.18.5, new tools to play with, and improved ARM support. With this release, Kali Linux is using Linux Kernel 5.18.5.

Kali Linux 2022.3 adds 5 new tools, updates Linux kernel, more
2022-08-09 19:23

Offensive Security has released ​Kali Linux 2022.3, the third version of 2022, with virtual machine improvements, Linux Kernel 5.18.5, new tools to play with, and improved ARM support. With this release, Kali Linux is using Linux Kernel 5.18.5.

Kali Linux 2022.3 released: Packages for test labs, new tools, and a community Discord server
2022-08-09 17:30

Offensive Security has released Kali Linux 2022.3, the latest version of its popular penetration testing and digital forensics platform. The Kali Team knows the importance of practicing instead of relying on theory, and for infosecurity professionals, test labs are a way to test tools and hone their own skills in a legal environment.

How adversaries are leveraging pentesting tools to launch attacks
2022-07-19 04:30

In this Help Net Security video, Tony Lambert, Senior Malware Analyst at Red Canary, talks about how adversaries’ favorite tools are legitimate tools that are used for malicious purposes. The post...

NIST unveils four quantum-resistant encryption tools to protect sensitive electronic information
2022-07-15 08:00

The U.S. Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology has chosen the first group of quantum-resistant encryption tools, designed to withstand the assault of a future quantum computer, which could potentially crack the security used to protect privacy in the digital systems we rely on every day - such as online banking and email software. This Help Net Security video covers the highlights of four encryption algorithms selected by NIST..

How traditional security tools fail to protect companies against ransomware
2022-06-30 19:16

How traditional security tools fail to protect companies against ransomware. A report released Thursday by cybersecurity firm Titaniam looks at the inability of traditional security products to protect against ransomware in particular.

Adobe Acrobat may block antivirus tools from monitoring PDF files
2022-06-21 18:44

Security researchers found that Adobe Acrobat is trying to block security software from having visibility into the PDF files it opens, creating a security risk for the users. "Since March of 2022 we've seen a gradual uptick in Adobe Acrobat Reader processes attempting to query which security product DLLs are loaded into it by acquiring a handle of the DLL" - Minerva Labs.

Board members and the C-suite need secure communication tools
2022-06-20 04:30

Considering the increase in attacks on nonprofits and the level of classified information such organizations handle, one would expect board members to be fully aware of and to embrace best practices for digital projects and transformation and to mitigate operational risk. The solution is modern governance, which empowers organizations with the tools they need to safeguard data, streamline collaboration, and ultimately, drive better decision-making.

EnemyBot Malware Targets Web Servers, CMS Tools and Android OS
2022-05-31 12:24

A rapidly evolving IoT malware dubbed "EnemyBot" is targeting content management systems, web servers and Android devices. The Alien lab research team study found four main sections of the malware.

Kali Linux 2022.2 released: Desktop enhancements, tweaks for the terminal, new tools, and more!
2022-05-17 07:58

Offensive Security has released Kali Linux 2022.2, the latest version of its popular penetration testing and digital forensics platform.There are a number of tweaks included in Kali for ARM, especially in the Raspberry Pi image.