Windows PowerShell Security

Windows PowerShell is a task-based command-line shell or user interface that allows for task automation to manage operating systems and processes. This tool is increasingly used by malicious actors to gain control of systems once they infiltrate an organization’s network.

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Third-party app risks

The most popular smart phone operating systems are iOS, Android and HarmonyOS. Users can access their preferred apps through the official secure app stores such as Apple’s App Store, Google Play or Huawei AppGallery. Baseline security checks are carried out to ensure that the apps allowed into these stores are secure. However, there are instances when users may wish to download apps outside their official app store. These unofficial app stores are commonly referred to as third-party app stores. These are the common risks of using such third-party app stores
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Prevent Password Spraying Attacks

Password spraying is a tactic used by malicious actors to attempt gain unauthorized access to an account by systematic password guessing against multiple usernames. Several security updates show that this is a commonly used malicious tactic. This therefore requires system administrators to implement appropriate mitigation measures to reduces this happening in IT environments. The Uganda National CERT and Coordination Center recommends the following top tips:
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Kubernetes Security Advisory

Three interrelated high-severity security flaws discovered in Kubernetes could be exploited to achieve remote code execution with elevated privileges on Windows endpoints within a cluster.

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VMware Security Advisory

The VMware security team released VMware tools updates that address a SAML Token Signature Bypass Vulnerability. The Uganda National CERT and Coordination Center (CERT.UG/CC) strongly advises all sys admins that use VMware Tools to review and implement the updates.

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Adobe Security Advisory

Adobe has released a security update for Adobe Acrobat and Reader for Windows and macOS. This update addresses a CRITICAL vulnerability. The Uganda National CERT and Coordination Center (CERT.UG/CC) strongly advises all Adobe Acrobat and Reader users to review and implement the updates.

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