Cybersecurity researchers have reported that a vulnerability in the open-source control system Git has left government domains open to data breaches.
Approximately 332,000 websites were exposed to bad actors as a result of a vulnerability in the open-source development tool Git, according to cybersecurity researchers from Defense.com.
Researchers claim that the vulnerability has come about not so much due to an issue with Git, but due to users’ not protecting their files with proper antivirus protocols. Due to the nature of open-source tools being the most basic code of any program, they can easily be tampered with if not safeguarded. In this case, hackers can get access to folders and download data from government agencies.
He added that the U.K. government was among the organizations with its domains exposed that should “monitor their systems and take immediate steps to remediate risk.” Pinson-Roxburgh noted that some organizations might leave certain folders open for their own specific purposes; however, there are still many others that might unknowingly be under threat of a data breach.
Norge Siste Nytt, Norge Overskrifter
Similar News:Du kan også lese nyheter som ligner på denne som vi har samlet inn fra andre nyhetskilder.
Mac vulnerability allowed hackers to access entire computer | Digital TrendsTwo MacOS Monterey zeroday vulnerabilities have been found to be actively exploited, one with kernel privileges and another that affects web browsing.
Les mer »
Android 13 exterminates 151 Pixel bugsAndroid 13 exterminated 151 Pixel bugs that Google listed on the Pixel Phone Help website. Check out the list!
Les mer »
Are Blockchain Bridges Safe? Why Bridges Are Targets of HacksIt's estimated that over $2 billion worth of digital assets have been stolen from blockchain bridges in 2022 alone. Why are these bridges targeted and what do you need to know about them? MarcusChxn explains:
Les mer »
'Wordle' today, August 17: Answer, hints, help for Wordle #424 | Digital TrendsTrying to solve today's Wordle? If you're stuck, we've got a few hints that will help you keep your Wordle streak alive.
Les mer »
American Airlines to buy 20 of Boom's supersonic jets | Digital TrendsWith an eye on slashing its flight times, AmericanAirlines has agreed a deal with BoomSupersonic to buy as many as 60 of its in-development Overture aircraft.
Les mer »
UE Wonderboom 3 gets longer battery life and wireless range | Digital TrendsUltimate Ears has just dropped the third generation of the small but mighty Wonderboom speaker. It's more sustainable and has a longer battery life.
Les mer »