Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 12, 2016
One of the world's top hackers reveals how attackers own corporate and government networks, how stolen data is sold, which exploit markets are exploding, and why hackers are excited about Android and IoT.
Kali Linux
SEPTEMBER 12, 2016
Kali Linux in the Azure Marketplace Over the past couple of weeks we’ve been working on building and implementing Kali 2016.2 in the Azure Marketplace. We’re happy to announce that from today on, you can spin up a Kali machine from the Azure Marketplace. In just a few seconds, you can have a full penetration testing toolset at your fingertips for no additional cost (other than the standard Azure pricing).
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Privacy and Cybersecurity Law
SEPTEMBER 2, 2016
Another company that is well-known to consumers has agreed to enter into a compliance undertaking with the CRTC for alleged […].
NopSec
SEPTEMBER 12, 2016
Businesses, governments, and consumers alike need to be aware of ransomware – a type of malware that can inflict serious damage on your finances and productivity in a very short span of time. Today, we explain this category of malware: how it works, the risks it poses to your organization, and strategies for preventing an attack. How Ransomware Works Ransomware is a type of malware that deliberately interferes with the standard operation of a computer until a ransom is paid.
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How many people would you trust with your house keys? Chances are, you have a handful of trusted friends and family members who have an emergency copy, but you definitely wouldn’t hand those out too freely. You have stuff that’s worth protecting—and the more people that have access to your belongings, the higher the odds that something will go missing.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
Nefarious profiteers use the encrypted internet to sell stolen data, drugs and weapons. Facebook and the UN use it to protect dissidents and journalists. This guide shines a light on the Dark Web.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 26, 2016
No More Ransom is a project with Kaspersky Lab, Intel Security, and two law enforcement agencies to help victims of ransomware understand their options when facing a digital extortion attempt.
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Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 28, 2016
Intel Security's Scott Montgomery took the stage at Structure Security to explain some of the core security and privacy challenges that are coming with the Internet of Things.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 13, 2016
The US government recently began investigating smaller healthcare cybersecurity breaches. Here's what it could mean for your business and how you can protect your company.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016
Is it better to use a mobile app or the equivalent mobile website when it comes to privacy? Researchers have an answer, and offer a privacy resource that rates 50 free online services.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 22, 2016
Yahoo recently confirmed that a suspected breach in 2014 affected hundreds of millions of users, and was believed to be carried out by a 'state-sponsored actor.
Advertiser: Revenera
In a recent study, IDC found that 64% of organizations said they were already using open source in software development with a further 25% planning to in the next year. Most organizations are unaware of just how much open-source code is used and underestimate their dependency on it. As enterprises grow the use of open-source software, they face a new challenge: understanding the scope of open-source software that's being used throughout the organization and the corresponding exposure.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 15, 2016
Eight of 12 tech decision makers polled said FBI warnings of ransomware and other cybersecurity attacks are valid, and that threats have increased in the past year.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016
Russian security firm Elcomsoft discovered the flaw, which makes brute force password cracking far easier than in iOS 9. All iPhone and iPad users need to be aware of what's at stake.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 28, 2016
"There's no surprise that an app as popular as Pokemon Go has spawned associated malware," said Tim Erlin, senior director of IT security and risk strategy for Tripwire.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 14, 2016
Yandex.Disk is a Dropbox alternative worth checking out. If you'd like to add support for the Yandex.Disk cloud syncing solution to your Ubuntu desktop, read this tutorial.
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The healthcare industry has massively adopted web tracking tools, including pixels and trackers. Tracking tools on user-authenticated and unauthenticated web pages can access personal health information (PHI) such as IP addresses, medical record numbers, home and email addresses, appointment dates, or other info provided by users on pages and thus can violate HIPAA Rules that govern the Use of Online Tracking Technologies by HIPAA Covered Entities and Business Associates.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 28, 2016
A new report reveals that one in three businesses experienced an insider attack in the past year. More devices with more access are putting sensitive info in the hands of everyone: Spies included.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 20, 2016
A new report from Check Point claims that the average day in an enterprise organization is rife with malware and malicious applications.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016
Machine learning and big data have led to many advances, including some in cybersecurity. Cylance CEO Stuart McClure explained the biggest implications the technology has for security.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 20, 2016
Ransomware is a fast-growing digital threat. Cybersecurity expert Mark Turnage explains how companies large and small can find data on the Dark Web and protect themselves from an attack.
Speaker: Blackberry, OSS Consultants, & Revenera
Software is complex, which makes threats to the software supply chain more real every day. 64% of organizations have been impacted by a software supply chain attack and 60% of data breaches are due to unpatched software vulnerabilities. In the U.S. alone, cyber losses totaled $10.3 billion in 2022. All of these stats beg the question, “Do you know what’s in your software?
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 28, 2016
At the 2016 Structure Security conference, Google's Adrian Ludwig talked about the balance between keeping Android as open as possible, while also keeping it secure.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016
At the 2016 Structure Security conference, Rally Ventures' Art Coviello gave an overview of the threat landscape and provided best practices for security professionals and developers.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 20, 2016
With the help of cryptologist Dr. Giuseppe Ateniese, Accenture has discovered a way to edit blockchains. Bitcoin enthusiasts can relax: It has a completely different use.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 22, 2016
Education, government, and healthcare top the list of at-risk sectors, according to a new report. Here's what you need to know to protect your company.
Speaker: Erika R. Bales, Esq.
When we talk about “compliance and security," most companies want to ensure that steps are being taken to protect what they value most – people, data, real or personal property, intellectual property, digital assets, or any other number of other things - and it’s more important than ever that safeguards are in place. Let’s step back and focus on the idea that no matter how complicated the compliance and security regime, it should be able to be distilled down to a checklist.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 19, 2016
The encryption we take for granted as being uncrackable would have a limited shelf-life in the quantum age, says a security expert.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 21, 2016
Cybersecurity expert Tim Bandos reveals which political party is most vulnerable, common hacking techniques, and what companies can learn from watching how the DNC and RNC respond to cyberthreats.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016
Every company involved in IoT knows the systems are insecure--including Microsoft. It is working on platform solutions, but developers have to make a commitment to proactive security.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 29, 2016
Is the NSA hacker a whistleblower or traitor? Hero or villain? Take our poll and tell us whether you think Edward Snowden deserves a break.
Speaker: William Hord, Vice President of ERM Services
A well-defined change management process is critical to minimizing the impact that change has on your organization. Leveraging the data that your ERM program already contains is an effective way to help create and manage the overall change management process within your organization. Your ERM program generally assesses and maintains detailed information related to strategy, operations, and the remediation plans needed to mitigate the impact on the organization.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 30, 2016
The first annual Structure Security conference took place in San Francisco in September. Here are the top takeaways.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 28, 2016
At the 2016 Structure Security conference, GE's Tom Le explained how a combination of IT and OT are core to securing industrial IoT.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016
Many tech jobs are going unfilled, and that number is growing in security. Jay Leek, the CISO of Blackstone, explained how CISOs can prepare for the lack of talent in the future.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 21, 2016
Google recently released its new messaging app, Allo. Here are the security and productivity features that professionals will find useful.
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Within the past few years, ransomware attacks have turned to critical infrastructure, healthcare, and government entities. Attackers have taken advantage of the rapid shift to remote work and new technologies. Add to that hacktivism due to global conflicts and U.S. elections, and an increased focus on AI, and you have the perfect recipe for a knotty and turbulent 2024.
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