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This article covers a range of cybersecurity and technology news stories, including a takedown of Iranian propaganda sites, a security patch for a vulnerable SharePoint instance, and a report on Joomla extension vulnerabilities exploited by attackers. It also touches on broader trends like the ongoing battle against ransomware and the continued evolution of open-source software.
This article presents a collection of recent cybersecurity and technology news items. Firstly, US authorities have taken down several Iranian propaganda websites, highlighting ongoing efforts to counter disinformation campaigns. Secondly, Microsoft has released a patch to address a zero-day vulnerability in on-prem SharePoint, preventing exploitation by attackers. Furthermore, a report details how attackers are exploiting vulnerabilities in Joomla extensions, impacting a million websites globally. The article also mentions a takedown of Iranian propaganda sites and a security patch for SharePoint. Beyond these specific incidents, the piece touches on broader trends, such as the continued rise of ransomware and the ongoing battle against it, and the evolution of open-source software, including the latest Debian releases. Finally, it notes a security acquisition by EQT, a Swiss cybersecurity firm.