Category: Cybersecurity
In a move set to reshape the cybersecurity landscape, networking giant Cisco has completed its acquisition of Splunk, a leading provider of security and observability solutions, for $28 billion. The deal, first announced in September 2023, unites two industry leaders with complementary strengths in AI, security, and data analysis. Cisco says the combined force will […]
The ever-evolving cyberwarfare landscape takes a sinister turn with the discovery of AcidPour, a new variant of the Russia-linked AcidRain data-wiping malware. This article delves into AcidPour’s capabilities, its connection to its predecessor, and the potential implications for critical infrastructure. The original AcidRain emerged in the early stages of the Russo-Ukrainian war, deployed against KA-SAT […]
A serious security threat has been discovered on GitHub, the popular software development platform. Over 100,000 projects are potentially compromised with malicious code. This could lead to stolen data, corrupted systems, and even ransomware attacks for unsuspecting users. Chronology of the GitHub Malware Infection May 2023: The malware first appears on a website called PyPI. […]