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Paul Ducklin stories

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Paul Ducklin is an accomplished writer who specialises in cybersecurity topics, frequently uncovering and analysing various threats in the digital landscape. In his recent stories, he highlights a new BazarBackdoor malware that exploits the Windows 10 App Installer and a phishing scam mimicking SharePoint and OneNote to lure unsuspecting victims into nefarious clicks.

In addition to his investigative work on emerging cyber threats, Ducklin also informs readers of helpful resources, such as Sophos’s free offer for wireless access points to improve organisational Wi-Fi security. He passionately addresses significant security vulnerabilities, like the authentication bypass in Microsoft Azure’s Linux products and the broader security concerns affecting Azure users, underscoring his dedication to keeping the digital world safe.

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New malware that abuses Windows 10 App Installer uncovered
Wed, 17th Nov 2021
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malware
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firewalls
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Sophos researchers have uncovered a new BazarBackdoor attack that abuses Windows 10 App Installer to spread malware via a targeted spam campaign.
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Security experts weigh in on Microsoft Azure security holes
Wed, 22nd Sep 2021
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public cloud
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cybersecurity
The vulnerabilities currently putting Azure customers at risk are just the latest in a staggering number of crippling threats in internet software.
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Microsoft Azure alert for authentication bypass vulnerability in Linux products
Fri, 17th Sep 2021
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network infrastructure
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network security
A patch is currently available for this vulnerability, however many sysadmins are potentially unaware they have the OMI product installed and are at risk. .
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Phishing scam imitates SharePoint & OneNote for nefarious clicks
Tue, 8th Sep 2020
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Sophos researchers say that the attackers take a slightly different approach to the standard ‘fake login’ phishing email.
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Take advantage of Sophos’s FREE wireless access points offer
Thu, 8th Aug 2013
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Organisations need Wi-Fi. Help your customers choose a simple and secure wireless access solution for their employees and guests.