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WatchGuard Patches Critical Fireware OS Code Injection Vulnerability

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WatchGuard Patches Critical Fireware OS Code Injection Vulnerability 2026-09-30 at 16:16 By Ionut Arghire WatchGuard has rolled out patches for 15 code execution, DoS, authorization, and path traversal bugs in Fireware OS. The post WatchGuard Patches Critical Fireware OS Code Injection Vulnerability appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article is an excerpt from SecurityWeek View Original […]

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WatchGuard Patches Critical Vulnerabilities

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WatchGuard Patches Critical Vulnerabilities 2026-09-01 at 11:50 By Ionut Arghire Three critical issues in the Fireware OS iked process could allow unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely. The post WatchGuard Patches Critical Vulnerabilities appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article is an excerpt from SecurityWeek View Original Source

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WatchGuard Patches Firebox Zero-Day Exploited in the Wild

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WatchGuard Patches Firebox Zero-Day Exploited in the Wild 2025-12-22 at 15:09 By Ionut Arghire The critical-severity bug in the Fireware OS’s iked process leads to unauthenticated remote code execution. The post WatchGuard Patches Firebox Zero-Day Exploited in the Wild appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article is an excerpt from SecurityWeek View Original Source

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WatchGuard Firebox firewalls under attack (CVE-2025-14733)

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WatchGuard Firebox firewalls under attack (CVE-2025-14733) 2025-12-22 at 13:24 By Zeljka Zorz More than 115,000 internet-facing WatchGuard Firebox firewalls may be vulnerable to compromise via CVE-2025-14733, a remote code execution vulnerability actively targeted by attackers, Shadowserver’s latest scanning reveals. About CVE-2025-14733 WatchGuard Firebox firewalls, which also incorporate VPN and unified threat management capabilities, are used […]

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Critical WatchGuard Firebox Vulnerability Exploited in Attacks

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Critical WatchGuard Firebox Vulnerability Exploited in Attacks 2025-11-13 at 14:40 By Ionut Arghire Tracked as CVE-2025-9242 (CVSS score of 9.3), the flaw leads to unauthenticated, remote code execution on vulnerable firewalls. The post Critical WatchGuard Firebox Vulnerability Exploited in Attacks appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article is an excerpt from SecurityWeek View Original Source

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Over 73,000 WatchGuard Firebox Devices Impacted by Recent Critical Flaw

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Over 73,000 WatchGuard Firebox Devices Impacted by Recent Critical Flaw 2025-10-21 at 13:46 By Ionut Arghire Affecting the Fireware OS iked process, the vulnerability can lead to remote code execution and does not require authentication. The post Over 73,000 WatchGuard Firebox Devices Impacted by Recent Critical Flaw appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article is an […]

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Ransomware drops, but don’t relax yet

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Ransomware drops, but don’t relax yet 2025-07-14 at 07:44 By Help Net Security WatchGuard has released its latest Internet Security Report, covering malware, network, and endpoint threats spotted by its Threat Lab in the first quarter of 2025. The report shows a 171% jump in unique malware detections compared to the previous quarter, the highest […]

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300% increase in endpoint malware detections

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300% increase in endpoint malware detections 2025-02-20 at 07:04 By Help Net Security The third quarter of 2024 saw a dramatic shift in the types of malware detected at network perimeters, according to a new WatchGuard report. The report’s key findings include a 300% increase quarter over quarter of endpoint malware detections, highlighted by growing […]

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Cybercriminals tighten their grip on organizations

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Cybercriminals tighten their grip on organizations 2024-12-30 at 06:06 By Help Net Security Cybercriminals are using a variety of new methods to target organizations across industries. In this article, we examine the most pressing trends and findings from the 2024 surveys on the growing threat of cybercrime. Social engineering scams sweep through financial institutions North […]

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Simplifying decentralized identity systems for everyday use

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Simplifying decentralized identity systems for everyday use 2024-10-30 at 07:04 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Carla Roncato, VP of Identity at WatchGuard Technologies, discusses how companies can balance privacy, security, and usability in digital identity systems. She emphasizes modern techniques like biometrics and passkeys to replace knowledge-based authentication methods and highlights […]

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3 tips for securing IoT devices in a connected world

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3 tips for securing IoT devices in a connected world 2024-09-27 at 08:01 By Help Net Security IoT devices have become integral to how many organizations operate. From Smart TVs in conference rooms to connected sensors and wireless security cameras, these connected devices are now a fixture in the modern workplace. They also, however, present […]

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Escalating malware tactics drive global cybercrime epidemic

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Escalating malware tactics drive global cybercrime epidemic 2024-04-01 at 06:31 By Help Net Security Evasive, basic, and encrypted malware all increased in Q4 2023, fueling a rise in total malware, according to WatchGuard. Threat actors employ diverse tactics The average malware detections rose 80% from the previous quarter, illustrating a substantial volume of malware threats […]

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Escalating cyber threats: Bots, fraud farms, and cryptojacking surge, urgently requiring attention

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Escalating cyber threats: Bots, fraud farms, and cryptojacking surge, urgently requiring attention 2024-01-05 at 06:32 By Help Net Security The motivations behind cyberattacks are as diverse as the methods employed. Whether driven by financial gain, political agendas, or sheer malice, cybercriminals exploit weaknesses in cybersecurity defenses, seeking entry points to compromise sensitive data, disrupt critical […]

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Cybercriminals continue targeting open remote access products

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Cybercriminals continue targeting open remote access products 11/12/2023 at 08:05 By Help Net Security Cybercriminals still prefer targeting open remote access products, or like to leverage legitimate remote access tools to hide their malicious actions, according to WatchGuard. “Threat actors continue using different tools and methods in their attack campaigns, making it critical for organizations […]

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2024 cybersecurity outlook: The rise of AI voice chatbots and prompt engineering innovations

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2024 cybersecurity outlook: The rise of AI voice chatbots and prompt engineering innovations 04/12/2023 at 07:31 By Help Net Security In their 2024 cybersecurity outlook, WatchGuard researchers forecast headline-stealing hacks involving LLMs, AI-based voice chatbots, modern VR/MR headsets, and more in the coming year. Companies and individuals are experimenting with LLMs to increase operational efficiency. […]

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Endpoint malware attacks decline as campaigns spread wider

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Endpoint malware attacks decline as campaigns spread wider 11/10/2023 at 06:31 By Help Net Security In Q2 2023, 95% of malware now arrives over encrypted connections, endpoint malware volumes are decreasing despite campaigns growing more widespread, ransomware detections are declining amid a rise in double-extortion attacks, and older software vulnerabilities persist as popular targets for […]

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WatchGuard acquires CyGlass to accelerate AI-based NDR and Open XDR capabilities

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WatchGuard acquires CyGlass to accelerate AI-based NDR and Open XDR capabilities 21/09/2023 at 15:01 By Industry News WatchGuard Technologies has unveiled the acquisition of CyGlass Technology Services. CyGlass’s 100% cloud native platform utilizes advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) capabilities to deliver enterprise-class cyber defense across hybrid networks, to mid-sized and small organizations […]

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Infosec products of the month: July 2023

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Infosec products of the month: July 2023 01/08/2023 at 05:47 By Help Net Security Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past month, featuring releases from: BreachRx, Code42, ComplyAdvantage, Darktrace, Dig Security, Diligent, Fidelis Cybersecurity, Hubble, Netscout, Panorays, Privacera, Regula, SeeMetrics, Tenable, and WatchGuard. WatchGuard expands identity protection capabilities with AuthPoint Total […]

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Trends in ransomware-as-a-service and cryptocurrency to monitor

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Trends in ransomware-as-a-service and cryptocurrency to monitor 19/07/2023 at 08:02 By Help Net Security In January, law enforcement officials disrupted the operations of the Hive cybercriminal group, which profited off a ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) business model. Hive is widely believed to be affiliated with the Conti ransomware group, joining a list of other groups associated with […]

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New infosec products of the week: July 14, 2023

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New infosec products of the week: July 14, 2023 14/07/2023 at 07:09 By Help Net Security Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from Fidelis Cybersecurity, Hubble, NETSCOUT, Regula, and WatchGuard. WatchGuard expands identity protection capabilities with AuthPoint Total Identity Security AuthPoint Total Identity Security enables MSPs to […]

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