Misconfigured Microsoft Power Pages Expose Millions of Records, Sen. Rand Paul Targets Cyber Agency CISA: Your Cybersecurity Roundup
Misconfigured Microsoft Power Pages Expose Millions of Records
A recent security research has uncovered a significant issue with Microsoft Power Pages, a low-code platform used to build websites. Due to misconfigurations in access controls, millions of sensitive records are being exposed online.
The problem lies in the way organizations are implementing role-based access controls on their Power Pages sites. Many are failing to properly configure these controls, leading to unintended data exposure. This can result in sensitive information such as personal data, financial records, and proprietary business information being accessible to unauthorized individuals.
The consequences of such misconfigurations can be severe, including data breaches, reputational damage, and legal liabilities. It is crucial for organizations using Power Pages to carefully review and configure their access controls to ensure the security of their data.
Sen. Rand Paul Targets Cyber Agency CISA, Citing Free Speech Concerns
Senator Rand Paul, poised to lead the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, plans to overhaul the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), aiming to eliminate or curtail its powers. He accuses CISA of infringing on free speech through its efforts to counter disinformation, particularly during the 2020 election, and has pledged to hold hearings scrutinizing the agency’s actions, including its interactions with social media companies. Paul argues that CISA’s operations are intrusive and undermine First Amendment rights.
CISA, established in 2018 to secure critical infrastructure and combat cyber threats, has denied these allegations. Ron Eckstein, a senior adviser at CISA, stated that the agency did not censor or facilitate censorship and emphasised its mission to protect critical infrastructure while respecting civil rights and privacy. Eckstein highlighted CISA’s efforts to address foreign disinformation by providing election security information to the public and amplifying the trusted voices of election officials.
Palo Alto Networks Confirms Zero-Day Exploit
Palo Alto Networks has confirmed a critical zero-day vulnerability affecting its firewall management interface. The vulnerability, which has a CVSS score of 9.3, allows attackers to remotely execute code on vulnerable systems.
While the exact details of the vulnerability remain undisclosed, Palo Alto Networks has advised customers to restrict access to the firewall management interface to trusted IP addresses to mitigate the risk of exploitation.
This incident underscores the importance of keeping software and devices up-to-date with the latest security patches. Users are urged to monitor security advisories and apply updates promptly to address vulnerabilities and protect their systems.
