Cybersecurity Headlines

OpenSSH flaws enable new attacks, Microsoft prepares for deprecation, Zwipe files for bankruptcy

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Feb 19, 2025
Recent vulnerabilities in OpenSSH are raising alarms due to potential man-in-the-middle and DoS attacks, urging urgent patching. Microsoft is reminding admins to brace for changes as WSUS driver sync faces deprecation. In a twist of fortunes, Zwipe has filed for bankruptcy, struggling to maintain biometric card revenues. The podcast also shines a light on the growing threat of phishing campaigns targeting mobile platforms, revealing the ongoing challenges facing major organizations in today's cyber landscape.
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ADVICE

OpenSSH Vulnerabilities

  • Two OpenSSH vulnerabilities enable man-in-the-middle and denial-of-service attacks.
  • Update to OpenSSH 9.9p2, released Tuesday, to mitigate these vulnerabilities.
ADVICE

WSUS Deprecation

  • Microsoft will deprecate driver synchronization in WSUS on April 18th.
  • Switch to cloud-based solutions like Windows AutoPatch or Azure Update Manager.
ANECDOTE

Zwipe Bankruptcy

  • Zwipe, a Norwegian biometric card company, filed for bankruptcy.
  • They faced financial challenges after a warranty dispute with IDEX Biometrics.
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