Critical Update to Firefox Mozilla Foundation Security Advisory 2023-40

Mozilla Foundation Security Advisory 2023-40 Security Vulnerability fixed in Firefox 117.0.1, Firefox ESR 115.2.1, Firefox ESR 102.15.1, Thunderbird 102.15.1, and Thunderbird 115.2.2 Announced September 12, 2023 Impact critical Products Firefox, Firefox ESR, Thunderbird Fixed in Firefox 117.0.1 Firefox ESR 102.15.1 Firefox ESR 115.2.1 Thunderbird 102.15.1 Thunderbird 115.2.2 #CVE-2023-4863: Heap buffer overflow in libwebp Reporter Apple …

How Hackers Outsmarted Microsoft

In May 2023, something big happened in the world of computers and security. Microsoft found out that some Chinese hackers broke into their super-secure computer place. This special computer place was like a super-tough fortress that was supposed to keep everything safe. These hackers, known as Storm-0558, did something very tricky. They got into the …

Network Probes: Are They a Network Attack or a Legitimate Tool?

In the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity, the line between benign network activity and malicious intent can often become blurred. One such gray area that sparks intense debate among advanced practitioners in the field is the classification of network probes. Are they to be considered as network attacks, or should they be regarded as legitimate tools …

What Metrics are used to measure Security Team Performance?

Measuring the performance of a company’s security team can be a complex task because security is multifaceted and dynamic. However, there are several fair and effective ways to evaluate their performance: 1. Incident Response Time: Measure how quickly the security team responds to security incidents, such as breaches or vulnerabilities. A shorter response time often …