Chand Chadha, Author at Assured Technology Solutions

Microsoft Strengthens Identity Security with Azure Confidential VMs After Storm-0558 Cyberattack

April 22, 2025BlogNo Comments »

Following the high-profile Storm-0558 cyberattack, Microsoft introduced a series of powerful measures to strengthen its digital defenses. These Microsoft security updates reflect a broader shift toward more secure, resilient identity systems and cloud infrastructure. By adopting Azure Confidential Virtual Machines (VMs) and applying zero trust principles, Microsoft is laying the groundwork for a safer, more controlled computing environment. Confidential Computing...

Meta Resumes AI Training in the EU: What It Means for Data Privacy and Tech Innovation

April 15, 2025BlogNo Comments »

Meta User Data Privacy: AI Training Resumes in the EU Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has resumed training its AI models using public data from European Union users. This move reopens discussions about Meta user data privacy, especially after the year-long pause due to regulatory concerns. Meta User Data Privacy and the New AI Compliance Shift In...

Google’s April 2025 Security Patch Fixes Two Zero-Day Android Vulnerabilities

April 8, 2025BlogNo Comments »

Google has released an urgent Android update as part of its April 2025 security bulletin. This update addresses two critical zero-day vulnerabilities that were being actively exploited. If you use a device running Android 11, 12, 13, or 14, it’s important to check for updates immediately. Android Update Targets Two Zero-Day Threats The April Android update fixes two major vulnerabilities:...

Cybersecurity Threat 2025: Russian Hackers Exploit CVE-2025-26633 in Microsoft Management Console

April 1, 2025BlogNo Comments »

Introduction to the Emerging Cybersecurity Threat Landscape One of the most alarming developments in the cybersecurity threat 2025 landscape is the active exploitation of CVE-2025-26633, a zero-day vulnerability in Microsoft Management Console (MMC). Linked to a Russian state-backed hacking group known as Water Gamayun, this exploit—dubbed MSC EvilTwin—has quickly escalated into a critical digital security risk. As a result, the...

IngressNightmare: Critical Vulnerabilities Found in Ingress NGINX Controller Threaten Thousands of Kubernetes Clusters

March 25, 2025BlogNo Comments »

A recent Kubernetes patch update fixes IngressNightmare—a group of five newly discovered critical vulnerabilities in the popular Ingress NGINX Controller. These flaws can lead to remote code execution, secret leakage, and even complete cluster compromise. If your Kubernetes environment is exposed to the internet, applying this patch is not optional—it's urgent. What Is IngressNightmare and Why It’s a Serious Threat...

StilachiRAT: The New Stealthy Malware Threatening Credentials and Crypto Wallets

March 18, 2025BlogNo Comments »

Cyber threats are evolving, and a new malware strain known as StilachiRAT is now targeting credentials and cryptocurrency wallets with stealthy tactics. Identified by Microsoft in November 2024, this remote access trojan (RAT) poses a significant cybersecurity risk. Therefore, it is crucial to understand how this malware operates and how to protect your systems and data. Understanding the Cybersecurity Threat...

CISA Adds Five Actively Exploited Vulnerabilities to KEV Catalog—What You Need to Know

March 11, 2025BlogNo Comments »

Cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, and as a result, attackers are constantly finding new ways to exploit vulnerabilities in widely used software. Recently, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added five actively exploited vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog. These vulnerabilities impact Advantive VeraCore and Ivanti Endpoint Manager (EPM), posing serious risks to organizations that have yet...

Critical Security Flaws in Cisco, Hitachi, Microsoft, and Progress: What You Need to Know

March 4, 2025BlogNo Comments »

Cybersecurity threats are evolving rapidly, and recent reports highlight critical security flaws in Cisco, Hitachi, Microsoft, and Progress. These vulnerabilities are actively being exploited, prompting the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to take action. If left unpatched, these flaws could lead to unauthorized access, system compromises, and data breaches. Therefore, it is crucial to stay informed and take...

FatalRAT Phishing Attacks Exploiting APAC Industries via Chinese Cloud Services

February 25, 2025BlogNo Comments »

Growing Cyber Threats in APAC FatalRAT phishing attacks in APAC have become a growing concern for cybersecurity professionals. As a result, it is crucial to understand how these threats operate and how to mitigate them. As cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, therefore, cybercriminals are deploying increasingly sophisticated techniques to compromise organizations. Moreover, a recent wave of phishing attacks in the...

Why IT Management Consulting and a Virtual CIO (vCIO) Are Essential for Your Business in 2025

February 18, 2025Blog2 Comments »

In today's fast-evolving business world, technology is more than just an operational tool—it is the foundation of growth, innovation, and competitive advantage. As businesses look to optimize their IT operations without breaking the bank, IT management consulting and the role of a Virtual CIO (vCIO) have become crucial solutions. A Virtual CIO provides businesses with high-level IT leadership while IT...

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