How can VMware vulnerabilities in vSphere expose credentials?

Latest Technology News and Expert Advice A roundup of news and tips on the topics you're interested in | September 25, 2017 ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS How can VMware vulnerabilities in vSphere expose credentials? DoubleAgent malware could turn antivirus tools into attack vector Definition: backdoor (computing) How do code-reuse attacks bypass Windows 10 security features? Undocumented Word feature could lead to system information theft NEWS Undocumented Word feature could lead to system information theft An undocumented Word feature found by Kaspersky Lab could lead to system information theft and affects users on both PCs and mobile devices.   EXPERT ADVICE How can VMware vulnerabilities in vSphere expose credentials? Two VMware vulnerabilities in vSphere Data Protection were recently patched. Expert Judith Myerson explains how the flaws work and how to defend against them.   DoubleAgent malware could turn antivirus tools into attack vector DoubleAgent malware is a proof of concept for a zero-day vulnerability that can turn antivirus tools into attack vectors. Expert Nick Lewis explains how to contain the threat.   Definition: backdoor (computing) A backdoor is a means to access a computer system or encrypted data that bypasses the system's customary security mechanisms.   How do code-reuse attacks bypass Windows 10 security features? Certain Windows 10 security features can be bypassed with code-reuse attacks. Expert Michael Cobb explains how that works and what can be done to prevent it.   About This E-Newsletter This email is published by the TechTarget Security Media Group. Copyright 2017 TechTarget, Inc. All rights reserved. Designated trademarks and brands are the property of their respective owners. To unsubscribe from all Security Media Group emails, Go to unsubscribe. TechTarget Security Media Group, 275 Grove Street, Newton, MA 02466 Contact: webmaster@techtarget.com When you access content from this email, your information may be shared with the sponsors of that content as described in our Privacy Policy. About TechTarget: TechTarget publishes media for IT pros with more than 100 focused websites providing quick access to a deep store of news, advice and analysis about the technologies, products and processes crucial to your job.