Developed by security researcher Mike Grover (MG), the OMG Cable is a sophisticated penetration testing tool designed to mimic ordinary charging cables while secretly functioning as a remote access device. Unlike traditional USB-based attacks that require victims to download malware, OMG Cables embed malicious hardware within the cable itself.
The Wi-Fi Pineapple is a versatile and relatively inexpensive tool originally developed for ethical hacking and network penetration testing. It simulates legitimate wireless networks, enabling users to perform security assessments. However, its dual-use nature makes it a potent weapon in the hands of malicious actors.
In July 2024, a significant security incident involving CrowdStrike, a global leader in cybersecurity, caught the attention of businesses worldwide. Known for its advanced endpoint protection, CrowdStrike’s Falcon software is deployed across numerous organisations, many of which belong to the Fortune 500. However, a seemingly routine software update led to widespread disruptions, with millions of devices crashing, particularly those running Windows 10 and 11. This post aims to explore the CrowdStrike security incident in-depth, examining its impact, root causes, and the lessons that C-suite executives must take away to enhance their cybersecurity risk management strategies.
In today’s digitally connected world, personalisation is the cornerstone of e-commerce. However, this personalisation often comes at an invisible cost—your location and browsing habits can significantly impact the prices you see online.
Dynamic pricing is the backbone of modern e-commerce. It leverages advanced algorithms to adjust prices in real time based on various factors such as demand, competition, and consumer behaviour. While this offers businesses the ability to maximise profits, it raises ethical and strategic concerns.
CWE-863: Incorrect Authorisation occurs when an application fails to enforce correct authorisation measures, allowing unauthorised users or processes to access resources, perform operations, or retrieve data that should be off-limits. It is sometimes conflated with authentication flaws, but the essence of CWE-863 lies in improper or missing checks that would otherwise confirm if a user has the necessary permissions to perform a specific action.
From a technical standpoint, one might imagine an application employing robust identity verification (authentication) only to overlook critical checks about what a user is allowed to do once logged in (authorisation). This oversight can be the gateway to data leaks, privilege escalation, or even sabotage of core business processes.