31-Aug-2024 Cybersecurity Alert: Halliburton, Specialty Networks, & Google's Hijacked Sheets

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-driven cybersecurity podcast brought to you by Cytadel Cyber. Dive into today's top cyber headlines as we uncover pressing threats and their implications. First, a critical flaw at international airports has been exposed, where cybercriminals exploit SQL injection techniques to bypass TSA security checks, risking sensitive passenger data and airport security. Authorities are pushing for swift updates to cybersecurity measures. Next, a new advisory warns of a ransomware group behind the attack on Halliburton. The US government emphasizes the growing threat and urges industries to strengthen digital defenses to prevent further breaches. In healthcare, Specialty Networks, Inc. faced a data breach affecting over 411,000 patients, with sensitive information like Social Security numbers and medical records exposed. Meanwhile, a smaller breach impacted Mid-Columbia Center for Living, highlighting vulnerabilities in business email systems. In other news, cyber attackers have ingeniously hijacked Google Sheets to command malware spreading in a global espionage scheme, spotlighting how cloud services can be weaponized. Lastly, Microsoft has linked the notorious Lazarus group to a zero-day Chrome vulnerability exploit. This North Korean hacking collective targeted finance and tech sectors, prompting immediate action from Microsoft and Google to ensure user safety. Join us daily on Hacked dAily as we keep you abreast of cyber developments shaping our world. Stay secure, and see you tomorrow!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.