23-Sep-2024: Cybersecurity Breaches Hit GeoServer, GameVN, Dell, and Telegram

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-driven cybersecurity podcast by Cytadel Cyber. Stay updated with the latest in cybersecurity every day as we delve into new challenges and emerging threats. In today's episode, we cover Chinese hackers exploiting a critical vulnerability in GeoServer to deploy EAGLEDOOR malware, wreaking havoc on governmental and infrastructural operations across Asia-Pacific. Authorities are urging immediate updates and heightened security measures. Meanwhile, GameVN, a popular online gaming platform, experiences a massive data breach affecting over 1.3 million users. Personal data including usernames and encrypted passwords have been compromised, pushing for an urgent call to enhance data privacy practices. Dell faces scrutiny after a second breach within a week, indicating serious lapses in its cyber defenses. Despite initiating a security review, questions remain about the effectiveness of Dell's response. In other news, German authorities seize control of 47 cryptocurrency exchanges for aiding cybercriminals in laundering money anonymously, bypassing "Know Your Customer" regulations. Finally, a breach in Telegram's chatbot feature exposes vulnerabilities, leading to a leak of sensitive data. Users are advised to strengthen their security settings to mitigate risks from third-party applications. Tune in daily for the latest updates on cybersecurity landscapes, threats, and best practices to keep your digital world secure. Stay safe and informed with Hacked dAily.This episode is sponsored by Cytadel Cyber. Specialist in Ransomware Readiness Assessments, Threat Intel-Led Red Teaming, AI DeepFakes, AI Voice Cloning and AI Vishing Simulations. Cyatdel helps you test your cyber resilience against the threats of today, keeping your data secure. Checkout cytadel.co.uk for more information.