TLDR: Verify that the hotfix has been applied to your Sophos Firewall v18.5 MR3 (18.5.3) and older. Vulnerability Name: CVE-2022-1040 What does it do? An authentication bypass vulnerability in the User Portal and Webadmin allows a remote attacker to execute code. What operating systems/software versions are affected? Sophos Firewall v18.5 MR3 (18.5.3) and older. Why […]
Read More →TLDR: Verify that you’re running a secure Linux kernel version. Vulnerability Name: CVE-2022-0847 or “Dirty Pipe” What does it do? This flaw in the Linux Kernel can be easily exploited, giving a local user the ability to overwrite data in read-only files. What operating systems/software versions are affected? Linux Kernel 5.8 and later versions are affected, but it’s […]
Read More →We’ve finished the pricing updates for ColdFusion, Windows, cPanel, and Sophos licensing. If you’re on one of the plans listed below, you’ll see these new prices reflected on/or after your invoice for the April service period. If your plan is not shown in the list below, we’re still converting your services to the new plans, […]
Read More →The log4j exploit that came out today affects many Java applications and other apps that use this logging package. It is important that you check to see if any of your applications use log4j, and if they are a version that you should work on patching. Some examples of software that might use and need […]
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What is Ransomware? Ransomware is malicious encryption software used to take control over an organization’s data. After the data is encrypted, the attacker will demand payment in exchange for the decryption key, usually in the form of cryptocurrency. Why is it so difficult to prevent ransomware attacks? Ransomware is a highly-competitive industry and continually evolving […]
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TL;DR: If you’re using the plugin, Starter Templates on your WordPress site, make sure you’re using version 2.7.5 or higher. Vulnerability in the Starter Templates Plugin Last month, Wordfence disclosed a vulnerability in the plugin, Starter Templates allowing contributor-level WordPress users the capability of overwriting any page on the website. This vulnerability has been given […]
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File-based validation for Wildcard SSL certificates is changing. The process may be a little different the next time you purchase or renew a Wildcard certificate. On November 15, 2021, the certificate authorities that issue SSL certificates will no longer accept file-based Domain Control Validation (DCV). So if you’re used to uploading a file to your […]
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Last updated: June 4, 2024 2024 has been a good year so far for cybercriminals. The list of hospitals, schools, businesses, and city governments that have experienced significant data losses and financial damages due to ransomware is still growing. “Software vulnerabilities” has consistently remained one of the top three techniques used to infect systems with […]
Read More →I’d like to talk about a significant price increase to our SysOps Support going into effect on September 1st, 2021. Like most businesses, our operational expenses have increased over the last several years, and we need to increase our prices. I’ve waited to make this decision, knowing that this pandemic has already caused added financial […]
Read More →On July 6th, Windows released a critical security patch for the known printer spooling exploit that security researchers call PrintNightmare. When exploited on a vulnerable system, “An attacker could then install programs; view, change, or delete data; or create new accounts with full user rights.” This exploit applies to all versions of Windows, and everyone […]
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