Cybersecurity Headlines Amazon health malware, BeyondTrust suffers cyberattack, FortiNet wireless vulnerability
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Dec 20, 2024 A health app malware was discovered on the Amazon Appstore, raising alarms about security in digital health. BeyondTrust faced a significant cyberattack that exposed sensitive data. Fortinet issued warnings about a critical flaw in its Wireless LAN Manager product that could enable remote attacks. The podcast also covers the resignation of a key DHS official, the spike in Mirai malware targeting Juniper routers, and emphasizes the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures for organizations.
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Fake BMI App
- The "BMI Calculation VSN" app on Amazon's Appstore was actually Stealer malware.
- It collected SMS messages, including one-time passwords, while pretending to calculate BMI.
BeyondTrust Breach
- BeyondTrust, a cybersecurity firm, suffered a cyberattack on December 2nd.
- Hackers gained access via a remote support SaaS API key, allowing them to reset passwords.
Fortinet Vulnerability
- A critical flaw in Fortinet's Wireless LAN Manager allowed admin access and data disclosure.
- The vulnerability, with a CVSS score of 9.6, was found by security researcher Zach Hanley.