Security Boulevard

APRIL 11, 2023

The post 4 Learnings at the Intersection of Blockchain and Quantum Computing from Entrust Engage appeared first on Entrust Blog. The post 4 Learnings at the Intersection of Blockchain and Quantum Computing from Entrust Engage appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Researchers discovered a flaw in the encryption algorithm used by Hive ransomware that allowed them to decrypt data. Researchers discovered a flaw in the encryption algorithm used by Hive ransomware that allowed them to decrypt data without knowing the private key used by the gang to encrypt files.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

New encryption routine Victims have reported a new variant of the encryptor that no longer leaves large chunks of data unencrypted. The decryption tool uses the large and therefore mostly non-encrypted flat files, where the virtual machine's disk data is stored, to recover the VMs. This makes recovery next to impossible.

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Security Affairs

JULY 6, 2022

Hive ransomware operators have improved their file-encrypting module by migrating to Rust language and adopting a more sophisticated encryption method. According to a report published by blockchain analytics company Chainalysis, the Hive ransomware is one of the top 10 ransomware strains by revenue in 2021.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 15, 2023

Simply download Dropblock today from the App Store or from the Google Play Store to get 5GB of secure blockchain storage for free. This means that whatever you upload to your 5GB of free blockchain storage cannot be accessed by anybody else unless you choose to share it with them. How does Dropblock’s secure blockchain storage work?

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

In just a few short years, Bitcoin, the innovative cryptocurrency underpinned by Blockchain technology, has earned broad legitimacy and won plaudits from many top technologists, investors, and even bankers. The post Why practical Blockchain must become a reality appeared first on Data Security Blog | Thales e-Security.

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Graham Cluley

JUNE 15, 2022

And isn't the world of cryptocurrency and blockchain doing just great? How did a saxophonist sneak sensitive information in and out of the Soviet Union? How might an Apple AirTag have led to murder?

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CSO Magazine

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Blockchain can mitigate several of those shortcomings, but it requires devising means to integrate with conventional applications. Mainstream cyber security businesses are already working on this, accelerating the blockchain-enabled security landscape.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Use of encryption to protect sensitive data and multi-factor authentication to protect credential compromise are standard prevention best practices. Quantum Computing and Blockchain Risks The financial sector remains on high alert regarding quantum computing and blockchain vulnerabilities.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 2, 2024

A team of researchers released a suite of tools that could help victims to decrypt data encrypted with by the Black Basta ransomware. Independent security research and consulting team SRLabs discovered a vulnerability in Black Basta ransomware’s encryption algorithm and exploited it to create a free decryptor.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 23, 2024

In early January, independent security research and consulting team SRLabs discovered a vulnerability in Black Basta ransomware’s encryption algorithm and exploited it to create a free decryptor. The researchers analyzed blockchain transactions, they discovered a clear link between Black Basta and the Conti Group.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Moreover, blockchain will be used to securely track shipments and inventories of COVID-19 vaccines across a complex, fast moving, global supply chain process. These devices are ideal for securing cryptographic keys, the encryption and decryption of data, authentication, and digital signing services for a wide range of applications.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

The quantum cybersecurity threat will increase data breaches of sensitive health and financial personal data, challenge the integrity of digital documents, and break certain cryptocurrency encryption. Quantum computing will also render most current popular encryption methods unsafe except for AES 256.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 2, 2022

Why is the blockchain transaction framework becoming the future of cybersecurity? Because Blockchain is the most secure framework in the world! Once we have done away with paper currency and moved 100% to digital, blockchain will protect our transactions with its global ledger design. Being secure is everything! Probably not.

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CSO Magazine

JUNE 13, 2022

The validity of the blockchain is predicated on encryption; every piece of on-chain data is by its nature protected to a degree. Web3 technology has unique characteristics that lend it to dealing with IAM. To begin with, Web3 is built upon cryptography, with an unprecedented level of inherent privacy.

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Dark Reading

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Encryption experts gave insights into the Crypto AG revelations, delved into complexities of the "right to be forgotten," and more at RSA Conference.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Transactions are then recorded on a digital public ledger called the “blockchain”. Transaction data and the ledger are encrypted using cryptography. Cryptocurrency is best thought of as a digital currency that only exists on computers. It is transferred between peers (there is no middleman like a bank). Cryptocurrency Main Features.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 17, 2022

Cryptocurrencies Are Established Via Blockchain Security. DeFi” refers generally to financial products and services built on blockchain-based software technology. A blockchain is a distributed database shared among distributed networked computers. Blockchains Contain Records of All Previous Data.

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CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

According to JPMorgan Chase, Toshiba and Ciena, the newly developed QKD network supports 800 Gbps encryption under real-world environmental conditions and can instantly detect and defend against quantum-enabled threats.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 7, 2022

Like first stealing data from the servers of the victim and then encrypting the entire database until a ransom is paid. NOTE 1- All the encrypted PCs hit by Gwisin are termed as Gwisin Ghosts. Like all other ransomware variants, Gwisin is also indulging in double extortion tactics.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Note 3- Ransomware is a kind of malware that encrypts a database until a ransom is paid. The post Cyber Attack on Bureau Veritas appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 12, 2023

The Australian government is set to issue a complete ban on ransomware payments after one of its major financial lenders became the target of a massive file-encrypting malware attack on March 16th this year. However, law enforcement is increasingly able to track such payments by using sophisticated blockchain-driven software.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

If we define ransomware as malware that encrypts files to extort the owner of the system, then the first malware that could be classified as ransomware is the 1989 AIDS Trojan. However, while it encrypted file(name)s and asked for a ransom, it was far from effective. Stop malicious encryption. But where did it start?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

According to a recent report released by blockchain analysis firm ‘Chainalysis’ over 74% of revenue related to ransomware attacks is reaching the hacking groups based in Russia. And the findings also suggest that the year 2021 alone witnessed $400 million worth of crypto-currency payments reach the groups affiliated to Putin nation.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 30, 2022

The agency released an executable along with a user manual that provides step-by-step instructions to recover encrypted data for free. According to a report published by blockchain analytics company Chainalysis, the Hive ransomware is one of the top 10 ransomware strains by revenue in 2021.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 20, 2023

To ensure data integrity and network security, businesses must adopt more sophisticated security protocols, including advanced encryption methods and AI-driven threat detection systems. Blockchain's Evolution and Enterprise Adoption For blockchain to truly breakthrough in 2024, it must reinvent itself significantly.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Two men in particular became the focus during blockchain investigations by the LKA NRW and the US Secret Service. The investigators use tools to collect evidence, trace funds through the blockchain, and try to determine who converted them into fiat currencies. Stop malicious encryption.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 19, 2021

Research says that the gathered ransom was distributed wisely between two groups- one that developed the file-encrypting malware that could be indulged in double extortion and the second is the group that planted the malware into a victim’s computer network. .

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 21, 2023

Explore topics such as authentication protocols, encryption mechanisms, and anomaly detection techniques to enhance the security and privacy of IoT ecosystems. Blockchain and Cybersecurity: Investigate the use of blockchain technology in enhancing cybersecurity.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 26, 2023

Confidential computing is a technology and technique that encrypts and stores an organization’s most sensitive data in a secure portion of a computer’s processor — known as the Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) — while it’s processed and in use. Most other encryption approaches protect data at rest and data in transit only.

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 4, 2024

Launched in 2008, privnote.com employs technology that encrypts each message so that even Privnote itself cannot read its contents. Last month, a new user on GitHub named fory66399 lodged a complaint on the “issues” page for MetaMask , a software cryptocurrency wallet used to interact with the Ethereum blockchain.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 1, 2022

Help your customers easily store and manage cryptographic keys separate from their sensitive data, enhancing encryption key control and data security in the Google Cloud. Encrypt and decrypt data encryption keys. Now Available: Thales Luna Cloud HSM is on the Google Cloud Marketplace. Wed, 03/02/2022 - 06:50.

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WIRED Threat Level

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Stefan Thomas lost the password to an encrypted USB drive holding 7,002 bitcoins. One team of hackers believes they can unlock it—if they can get Thomas to let them.

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Threatpost

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Flaws in the blockchain app some states plan to use in the 2020 election allow bad actors to alter or cancel someone’s vote or expose their private info.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

Strong passwords, two-factor authentication, firewalls, encryption, and monitoring systems are just a few of the tools and procedures used to maintain security. Secure Communication Channels: When sending sensitive data outside of the company network, use encrypted communication tools (such as secure email and messaging applications).

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 14, 2022

This allows for the movement of crypto from one blockchain to another. Essentially, the hacker was able to manipulate the blockchain, which allowed for minting huge numbers of tokens. . Also read: The State of Blockchain Applications in Cybersecurity. But BNB Chain was swift in its response and suspended transactions.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 21, 2022

Treasury Department warning of a North Korean state-sponsored advanced persistent threat (APT) known as the Lazarus Group targeting cryptocurrency and blockchain companies. This enables them to eventually initiate fraudulent blockchain transactions. Technical details of the Lazarus Group.

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