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New Advisory: (Critical) FortiOS Vulnerability

ⓘ This advisory addresses a critical vulnerability impacting FortiOS systems (CVE-2024-55591). Attention constituent:  A critical vulnerability (CVE-2024-55591) has been identified in Fortinet’s FortiOS systems. This vulnerability stems from an authentication

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New Advisory: (Critical) FortiManager Zero-Day Exploitation

ⓘ This advisory addresses a zero-day vulnerability impacting FortiManager and FortiManagerCloud. Attention constituent:  A known, successfully exploited critical zero-day vulnerability (CVE-2024-47575) has been identified in Fortinet’s FortiManager and FortiManager Cloud platforms. This vulnerability stems

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WhatsApp Account Hijacking Scams Advisory

ⓘ This advisory addresses an increase in compromised WhatsApp accounts. Attention constituent:  CIRT-BS is advising members of the public to stay alert as a sophisticated scam targeting WhatsApp users is on

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New Advisory: (Critical) Authentication Bypass Vulnerability (FortiOS, FortiProxy, and FortiSwitch Manager)

ⓘ This advisory addresses a critical vulnerability impacting FortiOS, FortiProxy, and FortiSwitchManager platforms. Attention constituent:  CVE-2022-40684 is a critical authentication bypass vulnerability impacting Fortinet’s FortiOS, FortiProxy, and FortiSwitchManager platforms. This flaw enables attackers to gain unauthorised administrative access, potentially leading to system compromise, data theft, and operational disruption. A leaked list of 15,000 vulnerable IP addresses has heightened the risk of exploitation. Immediate action is

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New Advisory: (Critical) FortiOS Vulnerability

ⓘ This advisory addresses a critical vulnerability impacting FortiOS systems (CVE-2024-55591). Attention constituent:  A critical vulnerability (CVE-2024-55591) has been identified in Fortinet’s FortiOS systems. This vulnerability stems from an authentication bypass flaw in the FortiOS web management interface. Exploitation of this vulnerability allows remote, unauthenticated attackers to gain unauthorised administrative access and execute arbitrary actions on affected systems. CVE: CVE-2024-55591 Severity: Critical (CVSS: 9.8) Affected Platforms: FortiOS systems

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WhatsApp Account Hijacking Scams Advisory

ⓘ This advisory addresses an increase in compromised WhatsApp accounts. Attention constituent:  CIRT-BS is advising members of the public to stay alert as a sophisticated scam targeting WhatsApp users is on the rise. Cybercriminals are hacking accounts and deceiving users’ friends and family into sending money by posing as trusted contacts. How the Scam Works Scammers make contact, sometimes with a WhatsApp call, and use fake

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CrowdStrike Update (Phishing Attempts)

ⓘ This advisory addresses new phishing attempts related to CrowdStrike’s Falcon sensor crash. Attention Constituents:  Since CrowdStrike deployed its international Falcon sensor fix last Friday, 19 July 2024, Crowd Strike Intelligence has identified that threat actors are leveraging this event for malicious purposes such as: Distributing a malicious zip file named “crowdstirke-hotfix.zip”; Establishing fraudulent domains to mimic CrowdStrike; Sending phishing emails posing as CrowdStrike support

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New Advisory: CrowdStrike Update Crashes Windows Systems Worldwide

ⓘ This advisory addresses a recent update to CrowdStrike’s Falcon sensor which has led to widespread Blue Screen of Death errors. Attention Microsoft service users:  A recent update to CrowdStrike’s Falcon sensor has led to widespread Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors on Windows hosts, resulting in disruptions locally to several services, including payment processing, and global disruptions. CrowdStrike has deployed a fix for this

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“Free Money” WhatsApp Scam

ⓘ This advisory addresses an uptick in “free money” scams on WhatsApp. Attention constituent:  CIRT-BS is observing an uptick in “free money” scams on WhatsApp involving threat actors impersonating the “Ministry of Labour and [Public Service]” and offering mobile device “top-ups” to solicit personally identifiable information like internet protocol (IP) addresses and telephone numbers from members of the general public. In the attacks, actors are

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Parcel Delivery Scams

ⓘ This advisory addresses an uptick in parcel delivery scams. Attention constituent:  CIRT-BS is observing an uptick in parcel delivery scams involving threat actors impersonating Bahamas Postal Services’ (BPS) website to solicit payment and personally identifiable information from members of the general public. Actors are sending SMS messages from the telephone number “+0123456789” advising recipients that their “delivery” is on hold and requesting they visit

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Consumer Loan Scams

Attention Constituent:  We would like to inform you about a series of consumer loan scams originating from actors posing as third-party representatives of financial institutions, including Central Bank of The Bahamas and Bank of The Bahamas Limited. Sources: https://www.centralbankbahamas.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/BOBBankofSolutions/ CIRT-BS reminds you that scammers often attempt to draw on your emotions by creating a sense of urgency and appearing to be trustworthy. Remember to do

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Change your password day.

Build Better Passwords for Online Security this “Change Your Password Day”

What do your bank, social media, and email accounts share? A password! Passwords are one of the most critical lines of defence against cyber attacks. They help ensure our data is only accessed by authorised users, even in the event of device theft or loss. Many people choose passwords found in the dictionary and reuse them across multiple accounts, meaning that once a cybercriminal has

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CIRT-BS Cyber Monday

The Deal on Cyber Monday

Cyber Monday is a great time to score on big deals; however, cyber criminals use this day to try to score big with your wallet and personal identifiable information as well. As you shop online, especially throughout the holiday season, remember these few tips: Before You Shop Enrol in payment alerts. Some card issuers offer payment alerts so you are always aware of your transactional

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Importance of Software Updates

Cybersecurity Awareness Month: The Truth About Software Updates

Those pesky updates. They’re annoying but so critical to do! While, at times, they may seem inconvenient, these updates ensure that your devices and apps remain protected from the latest threats. An Apple Example In 2019, Apple introduced a group FaceTime feature. Shortly after its release, a 14-year-old initiated a group call and discovered a major security flaw: they could eavesdrop on a call recipient

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Now That’s a Red Flag: Watch Out for Phish!

Did you know that one of the most common cyber attacks reported at the National CIRT originate from a phishing attempt that an unlucky victim fell for? This unfortunate fact reminds us why learning to recognise and report phishing attempts is critical. Below we list five red flags to look out for as you become more sensitive to phishing attempts. A message tone that is

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Enable MFA; Disable the Hackers

Last week, we kicked off Cybersecurity Awareness Month, detailing strong passwords as your first line of defence against a cyber attack; this week, we cover the second: multi-factor authentication (MFA). Multi-factor Authentication adds an extra layer of security by requiring two or more methods of verification to access your accounts. Rather than relying solely on a password, MFA can come in several forms. These include

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Use a Strong Password + a Password Manager

Cybersecurity professionals always say it, but it’s true: passwords are your first line of defence against data breaches. Because of this, it is crucial to make them strong and difficult to crack. Remember these three keys to make your passwords stronger: Make them long. The longer a password is, the more challenging to crack. CIRT-BS and other industry experts recommend passwords of 16 characters minimum.

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CIRT-BS Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Help Secure Our World this Cybersecurity Awareness Month 

Welcome to Cybersecurity Awareness Month, an international initiative that educates everyone about online safety and empowers individuals and organisations to protect their data from cybercrime. Amidst large-scale data breaches and cyber-attacks, Cybersecurity Awareness Month reminds us about simple, effective ways to remain safe online, protect personal data, and ultimately help secure our world. The National Computer Incident Response Team of The Bahamas (CIRT-BS) is proud

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Cash or Card? 10 Tips to Outsmart Card Fraud

In its 2022 Annual Report, the Bahamian monetary regulator, Central Bank of The Bahamas, reported over $15M in fraud complaints from debit and credit card users.[1] In many instances, better handling of financial cards could help to protect potential victims. This article shares ten practical but effective recommendations for protecting your financial accounts through your bank cards. (1) Invest in an RFID-blocking wallet to store

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Don't Get Reeled In! Recognising Different Types of Phishing Attacks

Don’t Get Reeled In! Recognising and Reporting Phishing

Have you ever received an email from a foreigner requesting financial assistance? How about a text message claiming you’ve won a particular prize for a competition you’ve never entered? In cybersecurity, these scams are commonly known as “phishing” attempts.   Believed to come from the term “phoney fishing,” the Internet Engineering Task Force defines phishing as a technique for attempting to acquire sensitive data (e.g.

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Spring Forward into Cyber Hygiene

Spring Forward into Cyber Hygiene

Remember that time changes this Sunday! We move forward one hour. As you take time to update your clocks and declutter your homes this weekend, CIRT-BS reminds you to ensure that your cyber hygiene is being taken care of, too!   Organise Your Files Clean folders make spotting malicious files and viruses easier.   Review Bank Statements Check for unauthorised transactions and query them.  

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