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A week in security (August 26 – September 1)

A list of topics we covered in the week of August 26 to September 1 of 2024

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HTTP Open Proxy Detection

Checks if an HTTP proxy is open. False positive are avoided verifying the HTTP return code and matching a pattern. The CONNECT method is verified only the return code. HTTP headers are shown regarding the use of proxy or load balancer.

Chromecast Wifi Enumeration

This Metasploit module enumerates wireless access points through Chromecast.

North Korean Hackers Deploy FudModule Rootkit via Chrome Zero-Day Exploit

A recently patched security flaw in Google Chrome and other Chromium web browsers was exploited as a zero-day by North Korean actors in a campaign designed to deliver the FudModule rootkit. The development is indicative of the persistent efforts made by the nation-state adversary, which had made a habit of incorporating rafts of Windows zero-day exploits into its arsenal in recent months.

Taylor Swift Concert Terror Plot Was Thwarted by Key CIA Tip

Plus: China-linked hackers infiltrate US internet providers, authorities crack down on a major piracy operation, and a ransomware gang claims attacks during the Paris Olympics.

Iranian cybercriminals are targeting WhatsApp users in spear phishing campaign

Iranian spies posing as technical support agents contacted targeted individuals in Israel, Palestine, Iran, the UK, and the US on WhatsApp

Google Chrome V8 Type Confusion

Google Chrome versions prior to 125.0.6422.112 V8 type confusion proof of concept exploit.

Water Billing Management System 1.0 Cross Site Request Forgery / File Upload

Water Billing Management System version 1.0 suffers from a cross site request forgery that enables an arbitrary file upload.

Webpay E-Commerce 1.0 Directory Traversal

Webpay E-Commerce version 1.0 suffers from a directory traversal vulnerability.