Council worker spared prison after four-day data-snooping spree
This article is a collection of security and technology news snippets. A House worker was spared prison after a data snooping spree, while Microsoft’s SharePoint remains vulnerable to zero-day attacks. Additionally, a Russian phishing campaign is targeting Signal users, and a Swiss cybersecurity firm, Acronis, was acquired by EQT. The article also touches on ongoing efforts to improve security in various Linux environments and highlights vulnerabilities in Joomla extensions.
A House worker was spared prison after a four-day data snooping spree, highlighting ongoing security challenges within government systems. Simultaneously, Microsoft’s SharePoint continues to be a target, with a zero-day vulnerability allowing attackers to exploit the system. A Russian phishing campaign is leveraging the Signal app to trick users into revealing sensitive information. Acronis, a Swiss cybersecurity firm, was acquired by EQT, representing a significant investment in the sector. Vulnerabilities in Joomla extensions, specifically iCagenda and Balbooa Forms, are impacting a million websites worldwide. The article also mentions a phishing campaign impersonating Signal support and the ongoing efforts to improve security in Linux environments, including the latest Debian releases and Wayland support in KDE Plasma.