The Bhutan Computer Incident Response Team recommends individuals to remain vigilant for scams related to Coronavirus (COVID-19). The recent post circulating on WhatsApp regarding “Free Internet Recharge from World Health Organization ” is FAKE and is a phishing scam targeted at stealing personal information. Phishing attacks featuring official look-alike logos and disclaimers typically include a ‘call to action’ to trick us into giving out our most sensitive personal information – passwords, bank details,etc. In the wake of Coronavirus pandemic, scammers have taken advantage of the situation, sharing phishing links using WHO logos. BtCIRT encourages individuals to remain vigilant and...
Google Releases Security Updates for Chrome
Google has released Chrome version 80.0.3987.149 for Windows, Mac, and Linux. This version addresses vulnerabilities that an attacker could exploit to take control of an affected system. Therefore, Bhutan Computer Incident Response Team recommends users and administrators to review the Chrome Release and apply the necessary updates....
Drupal Releases Security Updates
Drupal has released security updates to address vulnerabilities affecting Drupal 8.7.x and 8.8.x. An attacker could exploit these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. Therefore, Bhutan Computer Incident Response Team recommends users and administrators to review the Drupal security release and apply the necessary updates or mitigations....
FAKE NEWS: WhatsApp Scam “FREE Internet Recharge From WHO”
The Bhutan Computer Incident Response Team recommends individuals to remain vigilant for scams related to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). The recent post on WhatsApp regarding “Free Internet Recharge from World Health Organization ” is FAKE. BtCIRT encourages individuals to remain vigilant and take the following precautions. • Avoid clicking on links in unsolicited emails and be wary of email attachments. • Use trusted sources—such as legitimate, www.health.gov.bt —for up-to-date, fact-based information about COVID-19. • Do not reveal personal or financial information in email, and do not respond to email solicitations for this information. As per recent Notification from Media...
Adobe Releases Security Updates for Multiple Products
Adobe has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in multiple products. An attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected system. Therefore, Bhutan Computer Incident Response Team recommends users and administrators to review the following Adobe Security Bulletins and apply the necessary updates. Genuine Integrity Service APSB20-12 Acrobat and Reader APSB20-13 PhotoShop APSB20-14 Experience Manager APSB20-15 ColdFusion APSB20-16 Bridge APSB20-17...