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2019-12-30
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: New Trends of Ransomware
Ransomware is among the most jeopardising and wide-spreading cyber security threats.
2019-12-24
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent websites related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent websites, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-12-22
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Hongkong Post alerts public to fraudulent websites
Hongkong Post today (December 22) reminded the public to be alert to pop-up scams with links to fraudulent Hongkong Post websites which request customers to provide personal and/or credit card information to win a prize.
2019-12-19
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-12-06): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Drupal
Drupal released security updates to fix vulnerabilities resided in the Drupal Core and its modules.
2019-12-19
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-12-18
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to China CITIC Bank International Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by China CITIC Bank International Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-12-16
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Airstar Bank Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Airstar Bank Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-12-13
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: HKCERT and Microsoft Hong Kong Launch City's First Healthcare Cyber Security Watch Programme
In recent years, the HKSAR Government has advocated the use of innovative technology to enhance the services of the Hong Kong healthcare system to support the development of Smart City.
2019-12-12
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website and phishing email related to Airstar Bank Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Airstar Bank Limited on fraudulent website and phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-12-11
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-12-05): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Apple iOS and iPadOS
Apple has released iOS 12.4.4, iOS 13.3 and iPadOS 13.3 to fix multiple security vulnerabilities in various Apple devices.
2019-12-11
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-12-04): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Adobe Reader/Acrobat
Security updates are released for Adobe Reader and Acrobat to address multiple vulnerabilities.
2019-12-11
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-12-03): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Products (December 2019)
Microsoft has released security updates addressing multiple vulnerabilities which affect several Microsoft products or components. Reports indicate that active exploitation against the vulnerability in Microsoft Windows and Windows Server for privilege escalation have been observed.
2019-12-11
Security Related News
LCQ10: Police combat illegal acts on Internet
Following is a question by the Hon Cheung Kwok-kwan and a written reply by the Secretary for Security, Mr John Lee, in the Legislative Council today (December 11)…
2019-12-11
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to China CITIC Bank International Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by China CITIC Bank International Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-12-10
Security Related News
Multi-functional Smart Lampposts Technical Advisory Ad Hoc Committee holds fifth meeting (with photo)
The Multi-functional Smart Lampposts Technical Advisory Ad Hoc Committee held its fifth meeting today (December 10)…
2019-12-9
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-12-02): Vulnerability in VMware Products
VMware has published a security advisory to address a remote code execution vulnerability in OpenSLP that was used in VMware ESXi and Horizon Desktop-as-a-service (DaaS) appliance.
2019-12-6
Event
One-Day Workshop - Identity Management, Security and Controls
Organised by Information Systems Audit and Control Association, China Hong Kong Chapter
2019-12-6
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Hong Leong Bank Berhad
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Hong Leong Bank Berhad on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-12-4
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-12-01): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Firefox
Mozilla has published two security advisories (MFSA 2019-36 and MFSA 2019-37) to address multiple browser vulnerabilities.
2019-12-2
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to The Bank of East Asia, Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Bank of East Asia, Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-12-2
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Bank of Communications (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of Communications (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-11-29
Event
CPD Seminar - Why Hardened Security is Vital
Organised by Information Systems Audit and Control Association, China Hong Kong Chapter
2019-11-28
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Bank of Singapore Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of Singapore Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-11-28
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Ant Bank (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Ant Bank (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-11-27
Event
Cybersec Infohub First Anniversary Celebration and Professional Workshop
Organised by Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO)
2019-11-26
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-11-04): Vulnerability in Apache Solr Search Platform
The Apache Software Foundation has released a security advisory to address an insecure setting issue in Apache Solr 8.1.1 and 8.2.0 for Linux.
2019-11-26
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing emails related to Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited on phishing emails, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-11-25
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent websites related to The Bank of East Asia, Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Bank of East Asia, Limited on fraudulent websites, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-11-22
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: HKCERT Calls for Attention on End of Support for Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2
From 14 January 2020, computers running on Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2 operating systems (OSs) will no longer receive free technical support, software and security updates from Microsoft.
2019-11-21
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-11-03): Vulnerability in ISC BIND
A vulnerability in the ISC BIND software could make it fail to effectively limit the number of concurrent TCP clients for avoiding resource overloading.
2019-11-19
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Suspicious mobile applications related to Bank of Singapore Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of Singapore Limited on suspicious mobile applications (Apps), which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-11-19
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-11-18
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-11-13
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-11-02): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Products (November 2019)
Microsoft has released security updates addressing multiple vulnerabilities which affect several Microsoft products or components. Reports indicate that active exploitation against the vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer for remote code execution have been observed.
2019-11-13
Security Related News
LCQ5: Application of artificial intelligence and protection of personal data privacy
Following is a question by the Hon Charles Mok and a reply by the Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs, Mr Patrick Nip, in the Legislative Council today (November 13)… 
2019-11-6
Security Related News
LCQ4: Combat internet messages that are fake and prejudice public safety
Following is a question by the Hon Elizabeth Quat and a reply by the Secretary for Security, Mr John Lee, in the Legislative Council today (November 6)…
2019-11-6
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to Hong Leong Bank Berhad
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Hong Leong Bank Berhad on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-11-5
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-11-4
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to The Bank of East Asia, Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Bank of East Asia, Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-11-1
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-11-01): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Google Chrome
Google released a security update to address use-after-free vulnerabilities in the PDFium and audio components of the Google Chrome.
2019-11-1
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-10-30
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-10-09): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Apple iOS and iPadOS
Apple has released iOS 13.2 and iPadOS 13.2 to fix multiple security vulnerabilities in various Apple devices.
2019-10-30
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to Hong Leong Bank Berhad
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Hong Leong Bank Berhad on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA. 
2019-10-29
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Suspected fraudulent website
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public in Hong Kong to a suspected fraudulent website with the domain name https://www.ctbci.com/en-intl/en/index.html.
2019-10-28
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-10-08): Vulnerability in NGINX with PHP Installation
A vulnerability has been found in the PHP FastCGI Process Manager (PHP-FPM) for NGINX HTTP servers
2019-10-23 to
2019-10-24
Event
The Information Security Summit 2019 - Over the Horizon Cyber Security
Organised by Hong Kong Productivity Council / Cloud Security Alliance Hong Kong & Macau Chapter / Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre (HKCERT) / Hong Kong Computer Society / Hong Kong Information Technology Federation / High Technology Crime Investigation Association / Information Systems Audit and Control Association, China Hong Kong Chapter / ISC2 / Information Security and Forensics Society / ISOC Hong Kong / Professional Information Security Association
2019-10-24
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to Hong Leong Bank Berhad
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Hong Leong Bank Berhad on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-10-23
Security Related News
HKPC - Information Security Summit 2019 Explores SMEs' Use of New Technologies against Cyber Threats
The Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC), in conjunction with ten local information security bodies, is hosting the “Information Security Summit 2019 - Over the Horizon Cyber Security” at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wanchai.
2019-10-23
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-10-07): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Firefox
Mozilla has published two security advisories to address multiple browser vulnerabilities.
2019-10-22
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Suspicious mobile applications related to Bank of Singapore Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of Singapore Limited on suspicious mobile applications (Apps), which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-10-21
Event
One-Day Workshop -       Cybersecurity Concerns of Using Big Data. Pros & Cons, Security & Controls
Organised by Information Systems Audit and Control Association, China Hong Kong Chapter
2019-10-21
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: Hong Kong Security Watch Report (Q3 2019)
HKCERT is pleased to bring to you the "Hong Kong Security Watch Report" for the third quarter of 2019.
2019-10-21
Security Related News
PCPD’s Updates on Doxxing and Cyberbullying
The office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) today gave the following updates on the latest situation of doxxing and cyberbullying and PCPD’s follow-up actions…
2019-10-18
Event
2019-10-18
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-10-06): Multiple Vulnerabilities in ISC BIND
Multiple vulnerabilities were found in ISC BIND software.
2019-10-18
Security Related News
Privacy Commissioner's Response to Media Enquiries about Chief Executive's Suggestion of the Need for Legislative Amendment to Tackle Doxxing
(18 October 2019) In yesterday (17 October)’s “Chief Executive's Question and Answer Session on the Policy Address 2019”, the Chief Executive Carrie LAM CHENG Yuet-ngor said that the Government considered it necessary to examine the laws of Hong Kong, with a view to strengthening relevant sections of the laws to tackle doxxing and cyberbullying on the internet.
2019-10-17
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-10-05): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Cisco Aironet Access Points
Cisco released security advisories to address the vulnerabilities in Cisco Aironet Access Points (APs).
2019-10-17
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Bank of Singapore Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of Singapore Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-10-16
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-10-04): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Oracle Java and Oracle Products (October 2019)
Oracle has released Critical Patch Update (CPU) Advisory with collections of patches for multiple security vulnerabilities found in Java SE and various Oracle products.
2019-10-16
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-10-03): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Adobe Reader/Acrobat
Security updates are released for Adobe Reader and Acrobat to address multiple vulnerabilities.
2019-10-16
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Suspected fraudulent website
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public in Hong Kong to a suspected fraudulent website with the domain name https://liquidglobalfingroup.com/Home.
2019-10-16
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent websites related to China CITIC Bank International Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by China CITIC Bank International Limited on fraudulent websites, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-10-15
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-10-02): Vulnerability in Sudo
A privilege escalation vulnerability was identified in Sudo package. 
2019-10-11
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA. 
2019-10-9
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-10-01): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Products (October 2019)
Microsoft has released security updates addressing multiple vulnerabilities and which affect several Microsoft products or components.  
2019-10-8
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing emails related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited on phishing emails, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-10-4 to
2019-10-5
Event
CTF Open 2019 - Semi Final Round
Organised by HK CTF Association
2019-10-2
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing emails related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited on phishing emails, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-9-30
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: More than a year after GDPR comes into force…
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union (EU), dubbed the toughest privacy protection and security law in the world thus far, has been in force for more than a year.
2019-9-27
Event
CPD Seminar - DevSecOps or SecDevOps?
Organised by Information Systems Audit and Control Association, China Hong Kong Chapter
2019-9-27
Event
One-Day Workshop - The Latest Trends of Mobile Application Security and Identity Management
Organised by Information Systems Audit and Control Association, China Hong Kong Chapter
2019-9-27
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-09-07): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Apple devices
Apple has released iOS 12.4.2, iOS 13.1 and iPadOS 13.1 to fix multiple security vulnerabilities in various Apple devices.
2019-9-27
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-9-27
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing emails related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited on phishing emails, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-9-26
Event
The new Macau Cyber Security Law is on its way
Organised by Professional Information Security Association
2019-9-26
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-09-06): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Cisco Products
Cisco released security advisories to address the vulnerabilities in Cisco IOS, IOS XE, IOS XR and NX-OS software.
2019-9-26
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-9-25
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to China CITIC Bank International Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by China CITIC Bank International Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-9-25
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to CMB Wing Lung Bank Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by CMB Wing Lung Bank Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-9-24
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-09-05): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Internet Explorer and Defender
Microsoft has released out-of-band security updates addressing the vulnerabilities found in the Internet Explorer and Microsoft Defender. Reports indicate that active exploitation against the vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer for remote code execution has been observed.
2019-9-24
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to CMB Wing Lung Bank Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by CMB Wing Lung Bank Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-9-24
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-9-24
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing emails related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited on phishing emails, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-9-23
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing emails related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited on phishing emails, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-9-20
Event
Build a Secure Cyberspace 2019 – “We Together! Secure Data!” Seminar cum Poster Design Contest Award Ceremony
Organised by Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO) / Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF) / Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre (HKCERT)
2019-9-20
Security Related News
"Build a Secure Cyberspace 2019" seminar encourages proper data protection by the public
The "Build a Secure Cyberspace" seminar themed "We Together! Secure Data!" was held today (September 20). Assistant Government Chief Information Officer Mr Jason Pun reminded the public to adopt proper cyber security measures for better data protection while enjoying the convenience brought about by the Internet.
2019-9-20
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-9-18
Event
Smart-Space Coffee Meetup: 如何保障網絡安全和保護雲端資產
Organised by Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited
2019-9-16
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to The Bank of East Asia, Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Bank of East Asia, Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-9-14 to
2019-9-15
Event
ISOC HK's Security Bootcamp 2019
Organised by ISOC Hong Kong
2019-9-11
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-09-04): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Adobe Flash Player
Security updates are released for Adobe Flash Player to address the vulnerabilities.
2019-9-11
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-09-03): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Products (September 2019)
Microsoft has released security updates addressing multiple vulnerabilities and which affect several Microsoft products or components.
2019-9-9
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-9-9
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Dah Sing Bank, Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Dah Sing Bank, Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-9-6
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: Critical Pulse Secure VPN Vulnerability (CVE-2019-11510) Alert
Bad Packets recently stated in a security blog that they detected an internet-wide opportunistic scanning activity targeting Pulse Secure VPN endpoints vulnerable to CVE-2019-11510.
2019-9-6
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-09-02): Multiple Vulnerabilities in PHP
Multiple vulnerabilities have been found in PHP.
2019-9-6
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-9-4
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-09-01): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Firefox
Mozilla has published three security advisories to address multiple browser vulnerabilities.
2019-9-4
Security Related News
Privacy Commissioner Responds to Media Enquiries regarding Disclosure of Personal Data for Doxxing Purposes on Websites or Instant Messaging Platforms Registered Outside Hong Kong
In response to recent media enquiries on whether netizens’ disclosure of others’ personal data for doxxing purposes on websites or instant messaging platforms registered outside Hong Kong is subject to the provisions of the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (PDPO) and the follow-up actions taken by the office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data, Hong Kong (PCPD), the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data, Hong Kong (Privacy Commissioner), Mr Stephen Kai-yi WONG, has made the following response.
2019-8-30
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-08-07): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Cisco Products
Cisco released security advisories to address the vulnerabilities in Cisco IOS XE, NX-OS and FXOS software.
2019-8-29
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-8-28
Security Related News
Privacy Commissioner Strongly Condemns Doxxing and Bullying Arrest already made Promotion and Education in Schools Strengthened
The Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data, Hong Kong (Privacy Commissioner) Mr Stephen Kai-yi WONG strongly condemns the recent acts of infringing personal data privacy, doxxing and bullying, in which intimidation and harassment are getting more serious, and children and youngsters are involved.
2019-8-27
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-08-06): Vulnerability in Apple iOS
Apple has released a security update in its latest iOS version 12.4.1 to fix a vulnerability identified in various iOS devices.
2019-8-27
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-08-05): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Fortinet and Pulse Secure Products
Fortinet and Pulse Secure released security advisories to address the vulnerabilities in their SSL VPN services.
2019-8-27
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-08-04): Vulnerability in Squid
Squid has published a security advisory (SQUID-2019:5) to address a buffer overflow vulnerability.
2019-8-27
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-8-26
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Suspicious mobile application related to Bank of Singapore Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of Singapore Limited on suspicious mobile application (App), which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-8-26
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to The Bank of East Asia, Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Bank of East Asia, Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA. 
2019-8-22
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website and phishing email related to Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited on fraudulent website and phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA. 
2019-8-21
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-8-20
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-8-19
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website and phishing email related to Hong Leong Bank Berhad
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Hong Leong Bank Berhad on fraudulent website and phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-8-16
Event
“Threat intelligence and exchange from past to future” Webinar
Organised by Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO)
2019-8-16
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent websites related to Bank of Singapore Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of Singapore Limited on fraudulent websites, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-8-16
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent websites related to Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent websites, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-8-15
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: New Vulnerabilities in Remote Desktop Service (RDS) Affecting Most Current Windows Versions
Microsoft has just released patches in its August Monthly Security Update for 2 newly discovered vulnerabilities in Remote Desktop Services (RDS). Similar to the “BlueKeep” vulnerability, the new vulnerabilities can be exploited to engineer a worm-like outbreak in the Internet, poising a serious threat to cyber security.
2019-8-15
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-08-03): Vulnerability in Firefox
Mozilla has published a security advisory (MFSA 2019-24) to address a browser vulnerability.
2019-8-14
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-08-02): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Adobe Reader/Acrobat
Security updates are released for Adobe Reader/Acrobat to address multiple vulnerabilities.
2019-8-14
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-08-01): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Products (August 2019)
Microsoft has released security updates addressing multiple vulnerabilities which affect several Microsoft products or components.  Potential attackers are likely to exploit the Remote Desktop Services vulnerabilities for remote code execution.
2019-8-13
Event
CPD Seminar - Managing Cyber Risk in Digital Transformation: Know Thyself, Know Thy Partners
Organised by Information Systems Audit and Control Association, China Hong Kong Chapter
2019-8-8
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-8-7
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-8-1
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: Hong Kong Security Watch Report (Q2 2019)
HKCERT is pleased to bring to you the "Hong Kong Security Watch Report" for the second quarter of 2019.
2019-7-30
Event
CPD Seminar - Systematic Approach to Data Privacy: The Role of Privacy Standards in Your Governance Strategy
Organised by Information Systems Audit and Control Association, China Hong Kong Chapter
2019-4-8 to
2019-7-29
Event
“We Together! Secure Data!” Poster Design Contest
Organised by Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO) / Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF) / Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre (HKCERT)
2019-7-25
Event
One-Day Workshop - Data Governance, Security and Privacy in Practice
Organised by Information Systems Audit and Control Association, China Hong Kong Chapter
2019-7-25
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-7-24
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-7-24
Security Related News
PCPD - Privacy Commissioner Has Started Reviewing Related Websites and Urges Netizens to Respect Others' Privacy
In response to the repeated suspected disclosure of personal data of government officials, public figures, police officers, members of the public and their family members at online discussion forums and instant messaging platforms as reported by media, the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (Privacy Commissioner) made the following statement…
2019-7-23
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-07-05): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Apple iOS
Apple has released a security update in its latest iOS version 12.4 to fix 36 vulnerabilities identified in various iOS devices.
2019-7-22
Event
Organised by Professional Information Security Association
2019-7-19
Security Related News
PCPD - Privacy Commissioner’s Response to Suspected Disclosure of Personal Data of Government Officials, Legislators and Police Officers at Online Discussion Forums and Instant Messaging Platforms
In response to the suspected disclosure of personal data of government officials, legislators and police officers at online discussion forums and instant messaging platforms, the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (Privacy Commissioner) made the following statement…
2019-7-19
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to United Overseas Bank Ltd
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by United Overseas Bank Ltd on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-7-18
Security Related News
OGCIO clarifies online rumour
The Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO) noticed that an image captured from a TV news clip may mislead viewers to believe that the technology shown is one of the functions of smart lampposts.
2019-7-18
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-07-04): Vulnerability in Drupal
Drupal released security update to fix the vulnerability in the Workspaces module which are included in the Drupal core.
2019-7-18
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to China CITIC Bank International Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by China CITIC Bank International Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-7-17
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-07-03): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Oracle Java and Oracle Products (July 2019)
Oracle has released Critical Patch Update (CPU) Advisory with collections of patches for multiple security vulnerabilities found in Java SE and various Oracle products.
2019-7-15
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent websites and phishing SMS message related to Citibank (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Citibank (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent websites and phishing SMS message, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-7-12
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website and phishing SMS message related to Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent website and phishing SMS message, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-7-10 to
2019-7-11
Event
Secure Summit APAC 2019
Organised by ISC2
2019-7-10
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-07-02): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Firefox
Mozilla has published security advisories to address multiple vulnerabilities found in Firefox. Reports indicate that the vulnerabilities allow an attacker to run arbitrary code.
2019-7-10
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-07-01): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Products (July 2019)
Microsoft has released security updates addressing multiple vulnerabilities and which affect several Microsoft products or components.
2019-7-3
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing emails related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing emails, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-6-28
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-6-27
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Suspicious mobile application related to Bank of Singapore Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of Singapore Limited on suspicious mobile application (App), which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-6-25
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Suspicious mobile applications related to Bank of Singapore Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of Singapore Limited on suspicious mobile applications, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-6-25
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-6-25
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to The Bank of East Asia, Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Bank of East Asia, Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA. 
2019-6-24
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-06-09): Vulnerability in Dell SupportAssist
Dell released a security update to address a vulnerability in the PC Doctor component of the Dell SupportAssist software.
2019-6-24
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-6-23
Security Related News
PCPD - Privacy: Not a Door for Bullying and Intimidation, Nor a Sword for Arbitrary Law Enforcement; Not a Shield for Unlawful Acts  
As at 4 pm on 21 June, the office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data, Hong Kong (PCPD) received 68 complaints and enquiries relating to doxxing of police officers, their friends and relatives, and 32 complaints and enquiries relating to suspected unauthorised transfer of patients’ data to the Police by medical staff.
2019-6-21
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-06-08): Vulnerability in Apache Tomcat
Apache Software Foundation has released new versions of Apache Tomcat 8 and 9 to address a vulnerability in HTTP/2.
2019-6-21
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-06-07): Vulnerability in ISC BIND
A vulnerability was found in the ISC BIND software.
2019-6-21
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-06-06): Vulnerability in Firefox
Mozilla has published a security advisory to address the vulnerability found in Firefox.
2019-6-20
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing emails related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing emails, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-6-19
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-06-05): Vulnerability in Oracle WebLogic Server
Oracle has released an urgent patch to address a remote code execution vulnerability in Oracle WebLogic Server.
2019-6-19
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-06-04): Vulnerability in Firefox
Mozilla has published a security advisory to address the vulnerability found in Firefox. 
2019-6-12
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-06-03): Vulnerability in Firefox
Mozilla has published a security advisory to address the vulnerability found in Firefox
2019-6-12
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-06-02): Vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player
Security updates are released for Adobe Flash Player to address the vulnerability.
2019-6-12
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-06-01): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Products (June 2019)
Security Alert (A19-06-01): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Products (June 2019)
2019-6-10
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-6-6
Event
CPD Seminar - The Dark Web: The Dark Side of the Internet
Organised by Information Systems Audit and Control Association, China Hong Kong Chapter
2019-6-6
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: New Trends in Ransom Email Attacks
Recently, HKCERT has received scores of reports of ransom emails. It suspected that cyber criminals were using local email addresses collected from the past information leakage incidents to launch large-scale attacks for profit.
2019-6-6
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Dah Sing Bank, Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Dah Sing Bank, Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA. 
2019-6-2
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: Stay Vigilant Against IoT Security Risks at Home
The use of smart home appliances has become ever more prevalent in our daily lives where Internet of Things (IoT) are applied to connect various types of devices, bringing greater convenience to our lives like never before.
2019-5-31
Security Related News
PCPD - Hong Kong and Singapore Sign MOU to Strengthen Cooperation in Personal Data Protection
Hong Kong’s and Singapore’s data protection authorities today furthered their warm relations by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen cooperation in personal data protection in the two jurisdictions.
2019-5-31
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-5-29
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Credit Suisse AG
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Credit Suisse AG on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-5-27
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-05-11): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Intel Products
Intel has issued a security advisory to address multiple vulnerabilities in some Intel products.
2019-5-25
Event
PISA Security JAM 2019 x CSA
Organised by Professional Information Security Association
2019-5-24
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited 
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-5-23
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-5-22
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Bank of Singapore Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of Singapore Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-5-22
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-05-10): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Firefox
Mozilla has published security advisories to address multiple vulnerabilities found in Firefox.
2019-5-21
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: Watch out for New Zombieload Side-channel Attack
HKCERT noted the recent discovery of multiple Microarchitectural Data Sampling (MDS) vulnerabilities in Intel’s Central Processing Unit (CPU).
2019-5-17
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-5-16
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-05-09): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Intel Products
Intel has recently disclosed a new group of vulnerabilities collectively known as Microarchitectural Data Sampling (MDS) affecting some Intel processors.
2019-5-15
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Bulletin: Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop Services Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
A vulnerability was identified in Microsoft Windows, a remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to trigger remote code execution on the targeted system, and may inject malware to further infect the computers in the same Local Area Network (LAN).
2019-5-15
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-05-08): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader/Acrobat
Security updates are released for Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader/Acrobat to address multiple vulnerabilities.
2019-5-15
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-05-07): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Products (May 2019)
Microsoft has released security updates addressing multiple vulnerabilities which affect several Microsoft products or components. 
2019-5-14
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: Stay Cautious to the Latest WhatsApp Buffer Overflow Vulnerability
HKCERT noted the recent discovery of a buffer overflow vulnerability in messaging app WhatsApp.
2019-5-14
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-05-06): Vulnerability in WhatsApp leading to spyware attacks on mobile devices
A security vulnerability has been identified in WhatsApp which would allow a remote attacker to install malicious code such as spyware, on a targeted mobile device by making a WhatsApp call.
2019-5-14
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-05-05): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Apple iOS 
Apple has released a security update in its latest iOS version 12.3 to fix 40 vulnerabilities identified in various iOS devices.
2019-5-14
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-05-04): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Cisco Products
Cisco released security advisories to address the vulnerabilities in Cisco IOS XE software and the implementation of the hardware-based Secure Boot.
2019-5-10
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA. 
2019-5-9
Event
Total Security Conference 2019
Organised by Questex Asia Ltd.
2019-5-8
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-5-3
Event
Build a Secure Cyberspace 2019 – “Phishing scams? No more!” Seminar
Organised by Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO) / Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF) / Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre (HKCERT)
2019-5-3
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-5-2
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-05-02): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Dell SupportAssist Client
Dell released a security update to address multiple vulnerabilities in Dell SupportAssist Client installed on some Dell devices. The researcher who discovered the remote code execution vulnerability has recently released the proof-of-concept but fully workable exploit code on the Internet.
2019-5-2
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-05-01): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Cisco Products
Cisco released security advisories to address the vulnerabilities in Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) software and Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) software.
2019-4-30
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: Beware of Sodinokibi Ransomware
HKCERT observed a new ransomware named "Sodinokibi" being deployed via Zero Day vulnerabilities recently. Web application vulnerabilities is one of the known attack vectors.
2019-4-30
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: Hong Kong Security Watch Report (Q1 2019)
The Hong Kong Security Watch Report aims to provide the public a better "visibility" of the situation of the compromised computers in Hong Kong so that they can make better decision in protecting their information security.
2019-4-30
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA. 
2019-4-29
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA. 
2019-4-26
Event
The 11th InfoSecurity Summit 2019
Organised by Market Intelligence Group Limited
2019-4-25
Event
CSA HKM Knowledge Sharing Event – April 2019
Organised by Cloud Security Alliance Hong Kong & Macau Chapter
2019-4-25
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-04-08): Multiple Vulnerabilities in ISC BIND
Multiple vulnerabilities were found in nxdomain-redirect feature and simultaneous TCP connections limit of the ISC BIND software.
2019-4-24
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA. 
2019-4-23
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-04-07): Vulnerability in Oracle WebLogic Server
Security researchers discovered a remote code execution vulnerability in wls9_async and wls-wsat components, which are included in the Oracle WebLogic Server.
2019-4-18
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-04-06): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Drupal
Drupal released security updates to fix the vulnerabilities in jQuery and Symfony libraries which are included in the Drupal core.
2019-4-18
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to The Bank of East Asia, Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Bank of East Asia, Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA. 
2019-4-17
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-04-05): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Oracle Java and Oracle Products (April 2019)
Oracle has released Critical Patch Update (CPU) Advisory with collections of patches for multiple security vulnerabilities found in Java SE and various Oracle products.
2019-4-16
Event
Organised by Professional Information Security Association
2019-4-15 to
2019-4-16
Event
Internet Economy Summit 2019
Organised by Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO) / Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited
2019-4-15
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-04-04): Vulnerability in Apache Tomcat
Apache Software Foundation has released new versions of Apache Tomcat 7, 8 and 9 to address a vulnerability in CGI servlet.
2019-4-12
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: "SSH Hong Kong Enterprise Cyber Security Readiness Index Survey" Up 3.7 Points to 49.3. Enterprises still needs to improve on Cyber Security Readiness
The Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) released the latest results of the “SSH Hong Kong Enterprise Cyber Security Readiness Index Survey”, which reports an Overall Index at 49.3 (maximum being 100), a slight increase of 3.7 from the inaugural survey last year.
2019-4-12
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-4-10
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-04-03): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader/Acrobat
Security updates are released for Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader/Acrobat to address multiple vulnerabilities.
2019-4-10
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-04-02): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Products (April 2019)
Microsoft has released security updates addressing multiple vulnerabilities and which affect several Microsoft products or components. Reports indicate active exploitation against the vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows have been observed.
2019-4-9
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to The Bank of East Asia, Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Bank of East Asia, Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA. 
2019-4-5
Security Related News
2019-4-4
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website and phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on fraudulent website and phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-4-3
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-04-01): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Apache HTTP Server
The Apache Software Foundation released a security update to address multiple vulnerabilities in the modules of HTTP Server
2019-4-3
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Shanghai Commercial Bank Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Shanghai Commercial Bank Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-4-1
Event
Asia Pacific CACS Conference 2019
Organised by Information Systems Audit and Control Association, China Hong Kong Chapter
2019-3-29
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-03-08): Multiple Vulnerabilities in VMware Products
VMware has published a security advisory to address multiple vulnerabilities in virtual USB 1.1 UHCI (Universal Host Controller Interface), virtual network adapters and VMware Tools.
2019-3-28
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-03-07): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Cisco Products (March 2019)
Cisco released security advisories to address multiple vulnerabilities in Cisco IOS and IOS XE software.
2019-3-26
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-03-06): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Apple iOS
Apple has released a security update in its latest iOS version 12.2 to fix 50 vulnerabilities identified in various iOS devices.
2019-3-25
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-03-05): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Firefox
Mozilla has published security advisories to address multiple vulnerabilities found in Firefox.
2019-3-25
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-3-22
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: Security Advisory: Facebook stored plain text user passwords on their internal servers
Recently, Facebook discovered that there were hundreds of millions account passwords stored in plain text on their internal company servers.
2019-3-22
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to Hong Leong Bank Berhad
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Hong Leong Bank Berhad on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-3-20
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-03-04): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Firefox
Mozilla has published security advisories to address multiple vulnerabilities found in Firefox.
2019-3-19
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to China CITIC Bank International Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by China CITIC Bank International Limited on a fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-3-18
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA. 
2019-3-14
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Suspicious mobile application related to Bank of Singapore Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of Singapore Limited on suspicious mobile application (App), which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-3-13
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-03-03): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Products (March 2019)
Microsoft has released security updates addressing multiple vulnerabilities which affect several Microsoft products or components.
2019-3-12
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-3-11
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing emails related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing emails, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-3-8
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to China CITIC Bank International Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by China CITIC Bank International Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-3-7
Event
CPD Seminar - Cyber Risk Insurance (From a Customer Point of View)
Organised by Information Systems Audit and Control Association, China Hong Kong Chapter
2019-3-7
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-03-02): Vulnerability in Google Chrome
Google released a security update to address a use-after-free vulnerability in the FileReader application programming interface (API) of the Google Chrome.
2019-3-5
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent websites related to United Overseas Bank Ltd.
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by United Overseas Bank Ltd. on fraudulent websites, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-3-4
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-03-01): Vulnerability in Adobe ColdFusion
Adobe released a security update to address a “File Upload Restriction Bypass” vulnerability in ColdFusion. 
2019-2-28
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Suspicious mobile applications related to Bank of Singapore Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of Singapore Limited on suspicious mobile applications (Apps), which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-2-26
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: Security Advisory: Beware of the unauthorised SMS forwarding
Recently, there was a report about SMS authentication code in some stored value facilities (SVF) can be forwarded to other phone number by fraudsters. 
2019-2-26
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA. 
2019-2-25
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-02-08): Multiple Vulnerabilities in ISC BIND
Multiple vulnerabilities were found in "EDNS", "managed-keys" and "Dynamically Loadable Zones" features of the Internet Systems Consortium (ISC) BIND software.
2019-2-25
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA. 
2019-2-25
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to The Bank of East Asia, Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Bank of East Asia, Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-2-22
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-02-07) : Vulnerability in Adobe Reader/Acrobat
A security update is released for Adobe Reader and Acrobat to address a vulnerability. 
2019-2-21
Event
Organised by Information Systems Audit and Control Association, China Hong Kong Chapter
2019-2-21
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-02-06) : Vulnerability in Drupal
Drupal released security updates to fix the vulnerability resided in the Drupal Core and its modules. Report indicates that active exploitation against the vulnerability has been observed. 
2019-2-21
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent websites related to The Bank of East Asia, Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Bank of East Asia, Limited on fraudulent websites, which has been reported to the HKMA. 
2019-2-19
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-2-18
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent websites related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent websites, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-2-18
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent websites related to China CITIC Bank International Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by China CITIC Bank International Limited on fraudulent websites, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-2-14
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-02-05) : Vulnerability in Linux Operating Systems
A vulnerability was found in the software deployment and package management system called snapd which is used by several Linux distributions.
2019-2-13
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited on fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-2-13
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-02-04) : Multiple Vulnerabilities in Firefox
Mozilla has published security advisories to address multiple vulnerabilities found in Firefox.
2019-2-13
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-02-03) : Multiple Vulnerabilities in Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader/Acrobat
Security updates are released for Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader/Acrobat to address multiple vulnerabilities.
2019-2-13
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-02-02) : Multiple Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Products (February 2019)
Microsoft has released security updates addressing multiple vulnerabilities which affect several Microsoft products or components.
2019-2-12
Security Related News
Legislative Council Papers - Administration's paper on the update on information security
This paper briefs Members on the latest situation of overall information security in Hong Kong and Government’s work in information security in the past year.
2019-2-8
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - High Threat Security Alert (A19-02-01): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Apple iOS
Apple has released a security update in its latest iOS version 12.1.4 to fix 4 vulnerabilities identified in various iOS devices.  Report indicates that active exploitation against the vulnerabilities in Apple iOS have been observed.
2019-2-8
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent website related to China CITIC Bank International Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by China CITIC Bank International Limited on a fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-2-4
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-1-31
Security Related News
Data Breach Notifications and ICT-related Complaints at Record Highs in 2018 - Data Security as Key Concern - Privacy Commissioner Advocates Data Ethics and Privacy Management Accountability to Build Mutual Trust and Respect Complementing Compliance with Law
The office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data, Hong Kong (PCPD) received a record-high number of data breach notifications in 2018, with a number of large-scale data breach incidents arousing wide public concern.
2019-1-30
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-01-07): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Firefox
Mozilla has published security advisories to address multiple vulnerabilities found in Firefox.
2019-1-30
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing emails related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing emails, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-1-29
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Suspicious mobile application related to Bank of Singapore Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of Singapore Limited on suspicious mobile applications (Apps), which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-1-25
Security Related News
2019-1-25
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: Security Advisory: Securing DNS Infrastructure
In late 2018 and early 2019, Talos and FireEye have released alerts on emerging DNS hijacking attacks. 
2019-1-25
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: HKCERT provides open data for the count of monthly security incidents
In December 2018, over 80 government bureaux and departments released their first annual open data plan.
2019-1-25
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-1-24
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: Mind your Webcam, Protect your Privacy
Among all IoT devices, webcam is one of the most popular IoT devices used in Hong Kong. However, these devices may not be installed securely in household.
2019-1-24
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Phishing email related to Hong Leong Bank Berhad
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Hong Leong Bank Berhad on phishing email, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-1-24
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent websites related to Dah Sing Bank, Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Dah Sing Bank, Limited on fraudulent websites, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-1-23
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-01-06): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Apple iOS
Apple has released a security update in its latest iOS version 12.1.3 to fix 31 vulnerabilities identified in various iOS devices.
2019-1-23
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Fraudulent websites related to China CITIC Bank International Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by China CITIC Bank International Limited on fraudulent websites, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-1-22
Security Related News
HKPC Urges Enterprises to Adopt "Security by Design" to Sharpen IT Security
(Hong Kong, 22 January 2019) The Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) today urged enterprises to adopt "security by design" in IT security to stem data breaches and fend off cyber attacks targeting personal and financial data.
2019-1-22
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Suspicious mobile applications related to Bank of Singapore Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of Singapore Limited on suspicious mobile applications (Apps), which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-1-18
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Advisory: Online Account Security
A security researcher, Troy Hunt, found that 87GB dump of user credential data were recently posted to an underground forum.
2019-1-18
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Suspicious mobile application (App) related to Bank of Singapore Limited)
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by Bank of Singapore Limited on suspicious App, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2019-1-17
Security Related News
HKCERT - Security Blog: Hong Kong Security Watch Report (Q4 2018)
The Hong Kong Security Watch Report aims to provide the public a better "visibility" of the situation of the compromised computers in Hong Kong so that they can make better decision in protecting their information security.
2019-1-17
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-01-05): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Drupal
Drupal released security updates to fix the vulnerabilities resided in the Drupal Core and the PEAR Archive_tar library.
2019-1-16
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-01-04): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Oracle Java and Oracle Products (January 2019)
Oracle has released Critical Patch Update (CPU) Advisory with collections of patches for multiple security vulnerabilities found in Java SE and various Oracle products.
2019-1-10
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-01-03): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Cisco Email Security Appliances
Cisco released security advisories to address multiple vulnerabilities in Cisco AsyncOS Software for Cisco Email Security Appliances (ESA)
2019-1-9
Event
CPD Seminar - Open API for the Banking Industry
Organised by Information Systems Audit and Control Association, China Hong Kong Chapter
2019-1-9
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-01-02): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Products (January 2019)
Microsoft has released security updates addressing multiple vulnerabilities which affect several Microsoft products or components.
2019-1-4
Security Related News
2019-1-4
Security Alert and Advisory
GovCERT.HK - Security Alert (A19-01-01): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Adobe Reader/Acrobat
Security updates are released for Adobe Reader and Acrobat to address multiple vulnerabilities.