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CyberWire Daily

When exploits go wild and patches race the clock.

Dec 11, 2024
Malachi Walker, a Security Strategist at DomainTools and key player in ODNI's Sentinel Horizon Program, explores pressing cybersecurity issues. He discusses a critical Windows zero-day vulnerability and the global crackdown on 27 DDoS platforms. The conversation highlights the urgency of patching vulnerabilities in cloud services and a sophisticated phishing campaign. Walker emphasizes the need for public-private partnerships to enhance information sharing and decision-making in combating evolving cyber threats.
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  • A critical zero-day vulnerability in Windows systems urges rapid patching to prevent exploitation by cybercriminals, particularly ransomware groups.
  • Global law enforcement's dismantling of 27 DDoS platforms highlights effective international collaboration and public awareness campaigns in cybersecurity enforcement.

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Critical Windows Vulnerability

A critical zero-day vulnerability in the Windows operating system has been confirmed, affecting versions dating back to Server 2008. This vulnerability involves a heap-based buffer overflow in the Windows Common Log File System driver, which could lead to complete system compromise. With a high CVSS score of 7.8, security experts are urging immediate patching as cybercriminals, especially ransomware groups, may exploit this flaw. Despite a fix included in December's Patch Tuesday updates, experts emphasize that the aging codebase needs significant updates to prevent future vulnerabilities.

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