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KrebsOnSecurity Hit By Huge New IoT Botnet “Meris”

Krebs on Security

The assault came from “ Meris ,” the same new “Internet of Things” (IoT) botnet behind record-shattering attacks against Russian search giant Yandex this week and internet infrastructure firm Cloudflare earlier this summer. The darker areas indicate larger concentrations of potentially vulnerable MikroTik routers.

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More ways for users to identify independently security tested apps on Google Play

Google Security

As users increasingly prioritize their digital privacy and security, we continue to invest in our Data Safety section and transparency labeling efforts to help users make more informed choices about the apps they use. We believe the same principles apply for labeling and badging in the Google Play store.

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GUEST ESSAY: Sure steps to achieve a robust employee cybersecurity awareness training regimen

The Last Watchdog

Without it, a business is vulnerable to a variety of risks, including financial loss, damage to intellectual property, and brand reputation. Cybercriminals are constantly searching for ways to gain access to an organization. It can also leave your company vulnerable to disgruntled employees. This can be risky.

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Our Principles for IoT Security Labeling

Google Security

That said, the details of IoT product labeling - the definition of labeling, what labeling needs to convey in terms of security and privacy, where the label should reside, and how to achieve consumer acceptance, are still open for debate. Google has also been considering these core questions for a long time.

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How to Avoid Being Blacklisted by Search Engines

SiteLock

That’s what happens when Google and other search engines blacklist a website. Blacklisting websites is how search engines protect browsers from malicious content. Google and other search engines send bots to scan websites and flag anything suspicious. Google and other search engines blacklist sites in order to protect web users.

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How to Respond to Apache Log4j using Cisco Secure Analytics

Cisco Security

IT and Security professionals worldwide are working to assess and mitigate their exposure to Apache Log4j vulnerability (CVE-2021-44228). Vulnerability Description. This vulnerability is being exploited in the wild, first detected on December 9, 2021. Consider searching back further than 7 days. beta9 through 2.14.1

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The High-Stakes Game of Ensuring IoMT Device Security

SecureWorld News

This and many other vulnerabilities pose a significant risk, as they not only permit unauthorized access to individual devices but also enable hackers to infiltrate huge hospital networks and cause mass disruption through malicious software. Vulnerabilities in medical devices present significant risks, expanding the potential for breaches.