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Apache web servers and related projects matter to cybersecurity because vulnerabilities, configuration errors, and exposed services can enable attacks.

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Apache HTTP Server is a widely used open-source web server software that delivers web content by handling client requests over the internet. It supports extensibility through modules that enable features like URL rewriting, authentication, and SSL/TLS encryption. Apache’s configuration flexibility and broad adoption make it a common platform for hosting websites and web applications.

Security risks with Apache often stem from outdated software versions and misconfigurations, which can expose vulnerabilities such as remote code execution, directory traversal, and denial-of-service attacks. Defenders should apply security patches promptly, enable modules like mod_security for web application firewall capabilities, and restrict access permissions carefully. Regular log monitoring is essential to detect suspicious activity, making Apache a critical focus for vulnerability management and web server hardening efforts.

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Bank Info Security 2 months, 3 weeks ago

Breach Roundup: Myanmar Scam Compound Managers Charged

Also, Europol Cracks DDoS Networks, Mythos Finds Bugs, France Portal HitThis week, scam compounds. Attackers exploit flaws pre-disclosure. A crackdown on DDoS-for-hire. No Mythos for CISA, yes for Mozilla. France ID portal breach. Israeli and Venezuelan critical infrastructure targeted. Russian hacking in Ukraine. An Apache flaw. A ransomware negotiator aided BlackCat.

Bank Info Security 1 year, 4 months ago

Breach Roundup: The Ivanti Patch Treadmill

Also: Patch Tuesday, Equalize Scandal Figure Dies and Polymorphic Extension AttackThis week, Ivanti EPM customers should patch, Patch Tuesday, fake extensions mimic legitimate add-ons, a key figure in Italy's Equalize scandal dead of heart attack, and convincing fake browser extensions. Also, Apache Camel flaw, OpenAI's agent automates phishing and Apple patched another zero day.

Bank Info Security 1 year, 6 months ago

Breach Roundup: Cyberattack Disrupts Japan Airlines

Also, US Court Rules NSO Group Violated Hacking Laws With Pegasus SpywareThis week, cyberattack disrupts Japan Airlines, U.S. court rules NSO Group violated hacking laws, the European Space Agency’s web store hacked, FTC orders Marriott to overhaul data security, Sophos patches critical firewall flaws and Apache fixes critical SQL injection in Traffic Control.

Also: Interpol Says 'Pig Butchering' Shames Victims, A Data Leak Scandal in MexicoThis week, U.S. asks Israel to extradite an alleged LockBit coder, don't say "pig butchering," and an Apache Struts flaw. A hunt for alleged data thieves in Mexico, Europe probes TikTok and Netfilix fined 4.75 million. A ransomware attack against Texas medical centers and a credit union breach.

Bank Info Security 1 year, 6 months ago

Vulnerabilities in Azure Data Factory Open Door to Attacks

Azure Data Factory's Apache Airflow Integration Flaw Can Expose Cloud EnvironmentsSecurity researchers say now-resolved vulnerabilities in a Microsoft Azure integration with the Apache Airflow workflow management platform showcase growing sophistication of attackers. Palo Alto Unit 42 researchers said the flaws could allow hackers to deploy malware and steal data.

Bank Info Security 1 year, 10 months ago

Feds Warn Health Sector to Patch Apache Tomcat Flaws

Healthcare Sector Heavily Relies on Open-Source Web Server; Older Flaws Pose RiskFederal authorities are alerting healthcare entities of vulnerabilities - including older flaws - that put Apache Tomcat at risk for attacks if left unmitigated. The open-source web server is heavily used in healthcare for hosting electronic health record and other systems and applications.

Bank Info Security 2 years, 5 months ago

FritzFrog Botnet Exploits Log4Shell

Botnet Looks for Vulnerable Internal Network MachinesDelivering more proof that the Log4Shell vulnerability is endemic, Akamai researchers detected botnet malware updated to use the flaw as an infection vector. Log4Shell burst into public awareness in late 2021 when security researchers identified a flaw in the ubiquitous Apache Log4J 2 Java library.