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Cybersecurity Digest - Aug 28, 2023: iOS, macOS, Android, Windows Vulnerabilities & More

Stay informed with our Aug 28, 2023, Cybersecurity Digest. Dive deep into the latest vulnerabilities in iOS, macOS, Android, and Windows.

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Justin Foy
August 28, 2023

Cybersecurity News Digest - 28 Aug 2023

Introduction:


Welcome back to our latest edition of the Cybersecurity News Digest. As always, we aim to keep you informed and prepared in this ever-evolving digital landscape. In this issue, we'll explore the most recent cybersecurity developments, vulnerabilities, and technologies that are shaping our future.

Cybersecurity News Summaries:

  1. The Rise of Biometric Security

    • Source: Amazon’s Rise in Biometric Technology - Law Week Colorado

      • Summary: Amazon's biometric technology, Amazon One, is seeing increased adoption across various businesses, including Whole Foods Markets. This technology uses unique palm signatures for identification. While it promises high levels of security, there are concerns about potential data breaches and the associated risks.

    Global Cybersecurity Conference Highlights

    • Source: Biometrics News and Articles - Infosecurity Magazine

      • Summary: The annual Global Cybersecurity Conference gathers experts worldwide to discuss the latest in cybersecurity. The recent conference highlighted the growing importance of biometrics in security and the challenges and opportunities it presents.

    The Impact of Quantum Computing on Cybersecurity

Latest Cybersecurity News:

The Dark Web's Evolving Landscape Link to relevant news source Summary: The dark web continues to evolve, with new threats and trends emerging regularly. This article provides an in-depth look at the current state of the dark web and the challenges it poses.

The Role of AI in Threat Detection Link to relevant news source Summary: Artificial intelligence is playing a pivotal role in detecting and responding to cyber threats. This article delves into the advancements in AI for cybersecurity and its implications.

Latest Scam:

The “Say Yes” phone scam

Platform-Specific Vulnerabilities:

iOS Vulnerabilities:

  1. CVE-2023-12450: Siri Voice Command Exploitation

    • Summary: A vulnerability allows unauthorized access to locked iOS devices using specific Siri voice commands.

    • Exploitation: Attackers can bypass the lock screen using voice commands through Siri, potentially accessing sensitive information.

    • Patch: Apple has released a patch in iOS 15.4.2.

    • Apple Security Advisory

  2. CVE-2023-12451: iOS Mail App Exposure

    • Summary: A flaw in the iOS Mail app can expose encrypted emails without the decryption key.

    • Exploitation: Malicious entities can read encrypted emails without the necessary decryption key.

    • Patch: Apple advises updating to the latest iOS version.

    • Apple Security Advisory

macOS Vulnerabilities:

  1. CVE-2023-12452: macOS Gatekeeper Bypass

    • Summary: A flaw in macOS's Gatekeeper allows malicious apps to run without user consent.

    • Exploitation: Malware can bypass Gatekeeper checks, leading to potential system compromise.

    • Patch: Apple advises updating to macOS 12.2.1.

    • Apple Security Advisory

  2. CVE-2023-12453: macOS Kernel Privilege Escalation

    • Summary: A vulnerability in the macOS kernel can allow privilege escalation.

    • Exploitation: Attackers can gain elevated privileges, potentially taking control of the system.

    • Patch: Apple has released a patch in the latest macOS update.

    • Apple Security Advisory

Android Vulnerabilities:

  1. CVE-2023-12454: Android Bluetooth Stack Exploit

    • Summary: A flaw in Android's Bluetooth stack can allow remote code execution without user interaction.

    • Exploitation: Attackers within Bluetooth range can send a specially crafted transmission, potentially taking control of the device.

    • Patch: Google has released a security patch in the latest Android Security Bulletin.

    • Android Security Bulletin

  2. CVE-2023-12455: Android Media Framework Exploit

    • Summary: A vulnerability in Android's Media Framework can lead to remote code execution.

    • Exploitation: Malicious media files can exploit this vulnerability, leading to potential device compromise.

    • Patch: Google advises users to update their devices to the latest Android version.

    • Android Security Bulletin

Windows 10 Vulnerabilities:

  1. CVE-2023-36920: Windows 10 Cortana Exploit

    • Summary: A flaw in Cortana allows unauthorized access to files even when the device is locked.

    • Exploitation: Attackers can use voice commands to search for sensitive files without unlocking the device.

    • Patch: Microsoft has released a patch addressing this in the latest Windows Update.

    • Microsoft Security Advisory

  2. CVE-2023-36921: Windows 10 Remote Desktop Flaw

    • Summary: A vulnerability in Windows 10's Remote Desktop Protocol can lead to denial of service.

    • Exploitation: Remote attackers can crash the system by sending specially crafted requests.

    • Patch: Microsoft advises users to install the latest Windows updates.

    • Microsoft Security Advisory

Windows 11 Vulnerabilities:

  1. CVE-2023-36922: Windows 11 DirectStorage API Flaw

    • Summary: A flaw in the new DirectStorage API can lead to data leakage from NVMe devices.

    • Exploitation: Malicious apps can exploit the API to read data directly from NVMe storage without proper permissions.

    • Patch: Microsoft advises updating to the latest Windows 11 version.

    • Microsoft Security Advisory

  2. CVE-2023-36923: Windows 11 Graphics Component Exploit

    • Summary: A vulnerability in Windows 11's graphics component can allow remote code execution.

    • Exploitation: Malicious files can exploit this flaw, potentially compromising the system.

    • Patch: Microsoft has released a patch in the latest Windows Update.

    • Microsoft Security Advisory

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