BtCIRT has known from different sources that the latest version of MacOS High Sierra 10.13.1 has a major security bug that allows full admin access using root user without password. While apple might fix the issue, in the mean time BtCIRT recommends all users and administrators to take following measure to ensure you are not victimized. Open Terminal and run the following command to change password for root user. $ passwd root Old Password: New Password: Retype New Password: By doing the above...
Security updates from Intel
Intel has identified security vulnerabilities in some of its products that could potentially place impacted platforms at risk. If left unpatched, attackers could exploit them and gain complete control of the system. BtCIRT encourages users and administrators to review the Intel Security Advisory for more details on affected products and required actions. Patch and be protected....
Cryptojacking
Introduction: Mining for cryptocurrencies is an ever more complex task that consumes more and more energy resources and computing power. Cryptocurrency mining, or cryptomining, is simply the way in which cryptocurrency is earned. Individuals mine cryptocurrency by using cryptomining software to solve complex mathematical problems involved in validating transactions. Each solved equation verifies a transaction and earns a reward paid out in the cryptocurrency. Solving cryptographic calculations to mine cryptocurrency requires a massive amount of processing power.This is exactly why hackers have found a way to make it easier: they get onto other people’s computers and put them to...
Oracle Security Update
Oracle has released a security alert to address multiple vulnerabilities in earlier version of Oracle Tuxedo. If left unpatched, attackers could exploit them and gain complete control of the system. BtCIRT encourages users and administrators to review the Oracle Security Update for more details and apply the necessary update. Patch and be protected....
Security Updates from Cisco
Cisco has released security update to address vulnerability in earlier version of its Voice Operating System software platform. If left unpatched, attackers could exploit them and gain complete control of the system. BtCIRT encourages users and administrators to review the Cisco Security update for more details and apply the necessary update. Patch and be protected. ...