Critical RCE bug in Microsoft Outlook now exploited in attacks
CISA Urges U.S. Federal Agencies to Secure Systems Against Critical Microsoft Outlook Vulnerability The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued a warning to U.S. federal agencies, urging them to secure their systems against ongoing attacks exploiting a critical remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in Microsoft Outlook. This vulnerability, identified by Check Point researcher Haifei […]
The Simple Guide for Starting a Limited Company in Thailand
Starting a limited company in Thailand is a popular way for foreigners to establish a business presence in the country. This guide provides a step-by-step process to help you navigate the legal and administrative requirements while highlighting essential considerations to ensure compliance with Thai laws.
Understanding the Dark Web: Implications for Financial Assurance
The Dark Web and Financial Institutions The Dark Web, a hidden subset of the internet, presents unique risks and challenges for financial institutions. As a space where anonymity thrives, it has become a hub for illegal activities, including the trade of stolen financial data. Understanding and addressing these risks is essential for the financial assurance […]
Strengthening Measures for Business Registration
The Director-General of the Department of Business Development (DBD), Ministry of Commerce, has announced that new regulatory measures will be applied to address fraudulent business registrations after discovering that companies were set up to be used as vehicles for call center scams, using property address without the consent or acknowledgement from the property owner. In […]
Fortinet Warns Users to Beware of Zero-Day Vulnerabilities Already Exploited
CVE-2024-55591 Vulnerability: Authentication Bypass Threat Impacting FortiOS and FortiProxy CVE-2024-55591 is an Authentication Bypass vulnerability affecting FortiOS versions 7.0.0 to 7.0.16 and FortiProxy versions 7.0.0 to 7.0.79 and 7.2.0 to 7.2.12. This vulnerability allows attackers to send malicious requests to the Node.js WebSocket, granting themselves super-admin privileges. Attack Patterns According to observations from Fortinet and […]
Data Breach Exposes Sensitive information
Cybersecurity Incident: Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Information Overview In a recent cybersecurity incident, a mobile phone maker allegedly suffered a data breach exposing 165 GB of sensitive internal information. The claim was made by a user named “SSL_Dragon” on a well-known dark web forum, sparking concerns over the security of customer and corporate data. If […]
Thailand’s LTR Visa Criteria Improvements
Thailand’s Cabinet has approved significant enhancements to the criteria for the Long-Term Resident (LTR) Visa, a critical measure aimed at attracting highly skilled foreign professionals and investors to the country. It is important to note that the BOI has not yet published an official announcement to confirm these changes, so the exact effective date remains […]
The Human Side of Cybersecurity: Looking Ahead to 2025
The Human Side of Cybersecurity: Looking Ahead to 2025 The Human Side of Cybersecurity: Looking Ahead to 2025 A perspective on evolving threats and our collective response As we look toward 2025, the cybersecurity landscape is undergoing a remarkable transformation. Recent findings from FortiGuard Labs reveal not just technological shifts, but fundamental changes in how […]
Thailand’s New Minimum Wage Law 2025 -Important Update for Employers
Contributor Chutinun Wannapirun Partner, PKF Legal The Wage Committee has announced a Notice of Minimum Wage Rates (No. 13) with a significant increase in the minimum wage, effective 1 January 2025. This change will have a major impact on businesses, particularly in the areas of Chachoengsao, Chon Buri, Phuket, Rayong, and Surat Thani Province (Ko […]
PKF’s Commitment to Client Data Security: A New Milestone Achieved
In today’s digital age, data security is paramount. PKF, a leading global network of independent accounting firms, has always prioritized the protection of their clients’ sensitive information. Recognizing the increasing threats in the cyber landscape, PKF has taken significant steps to enhance their cybersecurity measures. Recently, PKF achieved a major milestone by earning both the Cyber […]
