Security News

Cisco warns of password-spraying attacks targeting VPN services
2024-03-28 16:37

Cisco has shared a set of recommendations for customers to mitigate password-spraying attacks that have been targeting Remote Access VPN services configured on Cisco Secure Firewall devices. The company says that the attacks have also been targeting other remote access VPN services and appear to be part of reconnaissance activity.

Free VPN apps on Google Play turned Android phones into proxies
2024-03-26 16:33

Over 15 free VPN apps on Google Play were found using a malicious software development kit that turned Android devices into unwitting residential proxies, likely used for cybercrime and shopping bots. HUMAN discovered the first PROXYLIB carrier app in May 2023, a free Android VPN app named "Oko VPN." The researchers later found the same library used by the LumiApps Android app monetization service.

What Are Mobile VPN Apps and Why You Should Be Using Them
2024-03-25 16:00

When you think of virtual private networks, chances are pretty good your thoughts go to the tried and true VPNs of old, which made it possible for you to securely connect to your company network such that your local computer behaved as if it were within the company LAN. This concise guide, written by Jack Wallen for TechRepublic Premium, looks at something different - mobile VPNs and why you need them, how they work and what you should look for in a VPN service. You might be at home, or you might be working on a coffee shop wireless network.

5 Best VPNs for Travel in 2024 (Free & Paid VPNs)
2024-03-15 21:56

In this article, we take a look at the five best VPNs for travelers. Since we're looking at the best VPNs for travel, server locations and the number of servers offered by a VPN will affect your experience the most.

6 Best VPNs for Gaming in 2024
2024-03-15 14:15

Why we chose CyberGhost VPN. I selected CyberGhost for its easy-access For Gaming server list that saves gaming businesses the hassle of looking for optimal servers for gaming. Choosing the best VPN for gaming will largely depend on what type of gaming business you have and your particular circumstances.

Cisco patches Secure Client VPN flaw that could reveal authentication tokens (CVE-2024-20337)
2024-03-08 10:49

Cisco has fixed two high-severity vulnerabilities affecting its Cisco Secure Client enterprise VPN and endpoint security solution, one of which could be exploited by unauthenticated, remote attackers to grab users' valid SAML authentication token."The attacker could then use the token to establish a remote access VPN session with the privileges of the affected user," Cisco says, but notes that "Individual hosts and services behind the VPN headend would still need additional credentials for successful access."

Cisco Issues Patch for High-Severity VPN Hijacking Bug in Secure Client
2024-03-08 08:09

Cisco has released patches to address a high-severity security flaw impacting its Secure Client software that could be exploited by a threat actor to open a VPN session with that of a targeted...

5 Best VPNs for Social Media in 2024 (Free & Paid VPNs)
2024-03-07 16:42

VPNs change your IP address location and encrypt your online traffic, letting your business make the most out of social media platforms without worrying about access challenges. In this article, we take a look at the five best VPNs for social media.

How to Use Norton Secure VPN (A Step-by-Step Guide)
2024-03-06 14:00

Norton Secure VPN is a fast-performing VPN solution from popular security provider Norton. In this article, we walk you through how to set up and use Norton Secure VPN. We also answer some frequently asked questions about Norton Secure VPN and its features.

How to use Proton VPN (A Step-by-Step Guide)
2024-03-05 18:54

Downloading and setting up Proton VPN. To download Proton Free, I clicked on the Get Proton Free button found on Proton VPN's pricing page. Using Proton VPN. Like most VPN apps, Proton VPN has a prominent On/Off switch that automatically connects you to one of their servers.