Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

This vastly increased mobility, cloud computing and social networking usage; in some cases, this transition occurred before companies and staff were fully prepared. The post Understand Your Staff: How Insiders Shape Defenses appeared first on Security Boulevard. Enterprises and their staff dealt with a lot of change in 2020.

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Mobile Social Engineering CISO Security Awareness 109

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

The network. is the hardware that connects an organization’s devices, such as routers, servers, computers, mobile devices and internet of things (IoT) devices. If intruders gain access to the network, they can roam freely to steal data, spy on email conversations and take over accounts on the network. Network security.

Cybersecurity 98

Cybersecurity Cybercrime DDOS Malware 98

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 4, 2021

percent of all malware detected on networks of WatchGuard Technologies customers in the second quarter came over encrypted connections, raising the security risk for the 80 percent of such organizations that lack processes for decrypting and scanning HTTPS traffic for threats. A surprising 91.5

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Encryption Malware Ransomware Firewall 143

Centraleyes

MARCH 12, 2024

Evaluate network security measures, including firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems. Assess the implementation of security patches and updates to mitigate vulnerabilities. Configuration: Objective: Verify that systems, networks, and applications are configured securely to minimize the risk of exploitation.

Risk 52

Risk Cybersecurity Government Firewall 52

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

When not secured properly on their own Wi-Fi channel, IoT devices can be more than an inconvenience, they can be seen as a critical security risk due to the poor security protocols like fixed default passwords. The Main Threats to Your Mobile and Domestic Tranquility. Think your table lamps can’t expose you to danger?

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IoT Spyware VPN Passwords 98

Security Boulevard

APRIL 29, 2024

The post South Korean iPhone Ban: MDM DMZ PDQ appeared first on Security Boulevard. MDM Hindered: Android phones are still OK; this is Samsung’s home, after all.

Social Engineering 129

Social Engineering Data privacy Engineering IoT 129

Security Boulevard

MAY 2, 2024

The post Dropbox Hacked: eSignature Service Breached appeared first on Security Boulevard. Drop Dropbox? The company apologized as user details were leaked from its “Dropbox Sign” product.

Hacking 132

Hacking Social Engineering Data privacy Engineering 132

Security Boulevard

APRIL 30, 2024

The UK’s Product Security and Tele­comm­uni­cations Infra­struc­ture Act aims to improve the security of net-connected consumer gear. The post Brits Ban Default Passwords — and More IoT Stupidity appeared first on Security Boulevard. Nice Cup of IoTea?

IoT 135

IoT Passwords Social Engineering Telecommunications 135

Security Boulevard

APRIL 5, 2024

The post FCC: Phone Network Bugs Must Be Fixed — But are SS7/Diameter Beyond Repair? appeared first on Security Boulevard. Fast enough for government work: The Federal Communications Commission is finally minded to do something about decades-old vulnerabilities.

Government 130

Government Digital transformation Social Engineering Telecommunications 130

Security Boulevard

APRIL 8, 2024

The post Here Comes the US GDPR: APRA, the American Privacy Rights Act appeared first on Security Boulevard. Enter the lobbyists: A draft federal privacy act has Washington DC buzzing. But it’s just a bill—and it’s a long, long journey before it becomes a law.

Data privacy 133

Data privacy Security Awareness Risk Mobile 133

Security Boulevard

APRIL 15, 2024

The post Ex-Security Engineer Gets Three Years in Prison for $12 Million Crypto Hacks appeared first on Security Boulevard. A former Amazon engineer who scammed more than $12 million from two decentralized cryptocurrencies exchanges in 2022 was sentenced to three years in prison in a case that the U.S.

Engineering 126

Engineering Hacking Cryptocurrency Scams 126

Security Boulevard

MARCH 27, 2024

The post Revealed: Facebook’s “Incredibly Aggressive” Alleged Theft of Snapchat App Data appeared first on Security Boulevard. Meta MITM IAAP SSL bump: Zuck ordered “Project Ghostbusters”—with criminal consequences, says class action lawsuit.

Social Engineering 137

Social Engineering VPN Data privacy Engineering 137

Security Boulevard

MARCH 28, 2024

The post Apple OTP FAIL: ‘MFA Bomb’ Warning — Locks Accounts, Wipes iPhones appeared first on Security Boulevard. Rethink different: First, fatigue frightened users with multiple modal nighttime notifications. Next, call and pretend to be Apple support.

Accountability 132

Accountability Social Engineering Authentication Data privacy 132

Security Boulevard

MARCH 26, 2024

The post Telegram Privacy Nightmare: Don’t Opt In to P2PL appeared first on Security Boulevard. Scary SMS shenanigans: Avoid Telegram’s new “Peer-To-Peer Login” program if you value your privacy or your cellular service.

Social Engineering 127

Social Engineering Authentication Data privacy Security Awareness 127

Security Boulevard

MARCH 27, 2024

The post Navigating the Complexities of Data Privacy: Balancing Innovation and Protection appeared first on Security Boulevard. As the digital landscape expands exponentially, so do efforts to safeguard personal data, notably through regulations and other actions.

Data privacy 119

Data privacy Security Awareness Risk Mobile 119

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The post PRC State Hacking: ‘Chinese Edward Snowden’ Spills I‑Soon Secrets in Huge Dump of TTPs appeared first on Security Boulevard. Underpaid, overworked and angry: Whistleblower in hacker contractor firm for Chinese government blows lid off tactics, techniques and procedures.

Hacking 136

Hacking Government Digital transformation Social Engineering 136

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The post ‘Total Bollocks’ — No, Your Toothbrush isn’t DDoS’ing appeared first on Security Boulevard. PR FAIL: Were 3 million toothbrushes hacked into a botnet? Or does a Fortinet spokeschild have egg on his face?

Hacking 142

Hacking Social Engineering DDOS Internet 142

Security Boulevard

MARCH 1, 2024

EKEN IoT FAIL: Amazon, Sears and Shein still sell security swerving stuff. The post Cheap Video Doorbell Cams: Tools of Stalkers and Thieves appeared first on Security Boulevard.

IoT 130

IoT Social Engineering Internet Internet 130

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

appeared first on Security Boulevard. Pay no attention to that man: State Dept. Global Engagement Centre chief James Rubin (pictured) follows the yellow brick road. The post US Will Fight Russian Disinformation — Hacks and Leaks and Deepfakes, Oh My!

Hacking 130

Hacking Social Engineering Data privacy Engineering 130

Spinone

DECEMBER 23, 2019

In short, here is this approach: Data security Device security Network security Application security Email security Access security End-user behavior security Let’s look at these more closely and also mention some software you can use to shore up your defense. №8. .

Ransomware 52

Ransomware Backups Antivirus Firewall 52

Security Boulevard

MARCH 11, 2024

The post Beware of OpenAI and ChatGPT-4 Turbo in Healthcare Orgs’ API Attack Surface appeared first on Security Boulevard. With every new healthcare API integration that OpenAI gets access to, the attack surface grows, creating new opportunities for attackers.

Healthcare 119

Healthcare Security Awareness Risk Mobile 119

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 25, 2024

The post Malicious AdTech Spies on People as NatSec Targets appeared first on Security Boulevard. Targeted ads target targets: Patternz and Nuviad enable potentially hostile governments to track individuals by misusing ad bidding.

Government 138

Government Social Engineering Advertising Data privacy 138

Security Boulevard

MARCH 26, 2024

The United States, the UK, and other countries this week accused a state-sponsored Chinese threat group of running a massive global hacking campaign for more than a decade that targeted political figures, journalists, businesses, political dissidents, and elections officials to steal information and spy on targets.

Hacking 111

Hacking Security Awareness Mobile Cybersecurity 111

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Bootkit Bug in shim.efi appeared first on Security Boulevard. Snow joke: A Microsoft researcher found it—and it’s somehow Microsoft’s fault. The post Linux Vendors Squawk: PATCH NOW — CVSS 9.8

Social Engineering 132

Social Engineering Data privacy Engineering IoT 132

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The post LockBit Takedown by Brits — Time for ‘Operation Cronos’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. RaaS nicked: 11-nation army led by UK eliminates ransomware-for-hire scrotes’ servers.

Ransomware 126

Ransomware Social Engineering Data privacy Engineering 126

Security Boulevard

MARCH 1, 2024

There is a significant gap between enterprises’ high expectations that their communications service provider will provide the security needed to protect them against voice and messaging scams and the level of security those CSPs offer, according to telecom and cybersecurity software maker Enea.

Scams 119

Scams Software Cybersecurity Security Awareness 119

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 3, 2024

The post Facebook’s New Privacy Nightmare: ‘Link History’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. How stupid does he think we are? You’ll want to turn off this new app setting.

Social Engineering 138

Social Engineering Advertising Data privacy Engineering 138

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 10, 2024

The post China Cracks Apple Private Protocol — AirDrop Pwned appeared first on Security Boulevard. AirDrop hashing is weaksauce: Chinese citizens using peer-to-peer wireless comms “must be identified.”

Wireless 135

Wireless Social Engineering Firewall Data privacy 135

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 18, 2024

The post Massive ‘New’ Leaked Credentials List: Naz.API Pwns Troy appeared first on Security Boulevard. Have I been pwned? Yes, you probably have. Stop reusing passwords, already. Here’s what else you should do.

Passwords 132

Passwords Social Engineering Data privacy Authentication 132

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission is warning AI companies against secretly changing their security and privacy policies in hopes of leveraging the data they collect from customers to feed models they use to develop their products and services.

Data privacy 122

Data privacy Security Awareness Mobile Cybersecurity 122

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 2, 2024

The post Google Whistles While OAuth Burns — ‘MultiLogin’ 0-Day is 70+ Days Old appeared first on Security Boulevard. What a Mickey Mouse operation: Infostealer scrotes having a field day with unpatched vulnerability.

Social Engineering 137

Social Engineering Accountability Account Security Data privacy 137

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

President Biden on Wednesday signed an executive order giving the Justice, Homeland Security, and other federal departments authority to create rules to “prevent the large-scale transfer” of.

Data privacy 110

Data privacy Security Awareness Mobile Cybersecurity 110

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Million Fine for Selling Customer Data appeared first on Security Boulevard. Avast Software will pay a $16.5 million fine to settle a federal complaint accusing the antivirus vendor of collecting users’ browsing data over six years and selling it to advertising companies without their consent. The post Avast Hit With $16.5

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Antivirus Advertising Software Data privacy 112

Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Newly discovered cracked applications being distributed by unauthorized websites are delivering Trojan-Proxy malware to macOS users who are looking for free or cheap versions of the software tools they want. The malware can be used by bad actors for a range of malicious activities, including hacking into systems or running phishing campaigns.

Software 136

Software Malware Phishing Hacking 136

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The post ‘Incompetent’ FCC Fiddles With Data Breach Rules appeared first on Security Boulevard. FCC FAIL: While Rome burns, Federal Communications Commission is once again behind the curve.

Data breaches 114

Data breaches Data privacy CISO Security Awareness 114

Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The post Russia Hacks Ukraine, Ukraine Hacks Russia — Day#658 appeared first on Security Boulevard. When will it end? Russia takes down Kyivstar cellular system, Ukraine destroys Russian tax system.

Hacking 131

Hacking Digital transformation Social Engineering Data privacy 131

Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The post Microsoft: Storm-0539 Group Behind a Surge of Gift Card Scams appeared first on Security Boulevard. With the holiday season well underway, a threat group with a history of gift card scams is ramping up its efforts, according to Microsoft.

Scams 126

Scams Security Awareness Mobile Cybersecurity 126