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The Security Vulnerabilities of Message Interoperability

Schneier on Security

Jenny Blessing and Ross Anderson have evaluated the security of systems designed to allow the various Internet messaging platforms to interoperate with each other: The Digital Markets Act ruled that users on different platforms should be able to exchange messages with each other.

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UK Sets Up Fake Booter Sites To Muddy DDoS Market

Krebs on Security

The United Kingdom’s National Crime Agency (NCA) has been busy setting up phony DDoS-for-hire websites that seek to collect information on users, remind them that launching DDoS attacks is illegal, and generally increase the level of paranoia for people looking to hire such services.

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Challenges With AI: Artistry, Copyrights and Fake News

Lohrman on Security

The world is buzzing about the new AI applications that are rapidly changing the landscape at home and work. But what about copyright protections, artistry and even fake news as our AI journey accelerates?

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Nexus Android malware targets 450 financial applications

Tech Republic Security

Learn how to protect your organization and users from this Android banking trojan. The post Nexus Android malware targets 450 financial applications appeared first on TechRepublic. Android Google Security android cybersecurity finance industry malware mobile security nexus

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ERM Program Fundamentals for Success in the Banking Industry

Speaker: William Hord, Senior VP of Risk & Professional Services

This exclusive webinar with William Hord, Senior VP of Risk & Professional Services, will explore the foundational elements you need to start or validate your ERM program. He will also dive into topic definitions, governance structures, and framework components for success.

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GUEST ESSAY — The rationale for pursuing a culture of cybersecurity– and a roadmap to get there

The Last Watchdog

Organizations with strong cybersecurity cultures experience fewer cyberattacks and recover faster than others. Related: Deploying human sensors This results from emulating the culture building approaches of high-risk industries like construction that devote sustained attention to embedding safety throughout the organization. For most organizations, building a cybersecurity culture is a necessary evil rather than a cherished goal.

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How Good Smile, a Major Toy Company, Kept 4chan Online

WIRED Threat Level

Documents obtained by WIRED confirm that Good Smile, which licenses toy production for Disney, was an investor in the controversial image board. Security Security / National Security Security / Privacy Business / Social Media Business / National Affairs

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German Police Raid DDoS-Friendly Host ‘FlyHosting’

Krebs on Security

Authorities in Germany this week seized Internet servers that powered FlyHosting , a dark web offering that catered to cybercriminals operating DDoS-for-hire services, KrebsOnSecurity has learned.

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Ransomware attacks skyrocket as threat actors double down on U.S., global attacks

Tech Republic Security

New studies by NCC Group and Barracuda Networks show threat actors are increasing ransomware exploits, with consumer goods and services receiving the brunt of attacks and a large percentage of victims being hit multiple times. The post Ransomware attacks skyrocket as threat actors double down on U.S.,

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Skyhawk Security Taps Chat GPT to Augment Threat Detection

Security Boulevard

Skyhawk Security today revealed it is employing ChatGPT to add generative artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities to its cloud threat detection and response (CDR) platform at no extra charge.

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Weekly Update 340

Troy Hunt

I'm excited about coming to Prague. One more country to check off the list, apparently a beautiful city and perhaps what I'm most stoked about, it's the home of Prusa 3D.

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The Power of Storytelling in Risk Management

Speaker: Dr. Karen Hardy, CEO and Chief Risk Officer of Strategic Leadership Advisors LLC

Join this exclusive webinar with Dr. Karen Hardy, where she will explore the power of storytelling in risk communication as a core component of a resilient organization's management framework!

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Russian Cyberwarfare Documents Leaked

Schneier on Security

Now this is interesting: Thousands of pages of secret documents reveal how Vulkan’s engineers have worked for Russian military and intelligence agencies to support hacking operations, train operatives before attacks on national infrastructure, spread disinformation and control sections of the internet.

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Twitter's Source Code Leak on GitHub a Potential Cyber Nightmare

Dark Reading

Indicators point to Twitter's source code being publicly available for around 3 months, offering a developer security object lesson for businesses

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Report: Terrible employee passwords at world’s largest companies

Tech Republic Security

Find out the most commonly used weak passwords by industry and country, according to NordPass. Plus, get tips on creating strong passwords. The post Report: Terrible employee passwords at world’s largest companies appeared first on TechRepublic. Security

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The Uniquely American Future of US Authoritarianism

WIRED Threat Level

The GOP-fueled far right differs from similar movements around the globe, thanks to the country’s politics, electoral system, and changing demographics. Security Security / National Security Business / National Affairs

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Everything You Need to Know About Crypto

Speaker: Ryan McInerny, CAMS, FRM, MSBA - Principal, Product Strategy

This exclusive webinar with Ryan McInerny will teach you all about cryptocurrency and NFTs! Register to learn more about identifying crypto transactions, crypto asset market trends, managing risk and compliance, and supporting customers and partners using crypto-based payments.

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Brits Slap Wrists of DDoS Kids, via NCA’s Fake Booter Sites

Security Boulevard

UK National Crime Agency nips it in the bud: Aims to scare straight naughty DDoS kiddies. The post Brits Slap Wrists of DDoS Kids, via NCA’s Fake Booter Sites appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Apple patches everything, including a zero-day fix for iOS 15 users

Naked Security

Got an older iPhone that can't run iOS 16? You've got a zero-day to deal with! That super-cool Studio Display monitor needs patching, too. Apple Vulnerability 0 day Exploit ios iPad iPadOS iPhone macOS vulnerability Zero Day

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Microsoft Patches 'Dangerous' RCE Flaw in Azure Cloud Service

Dark Reading

The vulnerability would have allowed an unauthenticated attacker to execute code on a container hosted on one of the platform's nodes

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With political ‘hacktivism’ on the rise, Google launches Project Shield to fight DDos attacks

Tech Republic Security

In 2022, DDoS exploits included high-profile attacks against websites offering information on elections and candidates. In what it calls a bid to save “democratic processes worldwide,” Google Cloud has released Project Shield.

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Exploring the Overlap: Cost Optimization and Digital Transformation

Speaker: Alex Jiménez, Managing Principal, Financial Service Consulting for EPAM

The largest banks have increased reserves for protection against deteriorating economic conditions. Should banks delay their digital transformation investments and focus on cost reductions? In this webinar, Alex Jiménez will walk us through that question and examine the prudent course of action.

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GUEST ESSAY: AntiguaRecon – A call to train and promote the next generation of cyber warriors

The Last Watchdog

Imagine being a young person who wants a career, of whatever type you can find, as a cybersecurity professional. Related: Up-skilling workers to boost security Related Although you were born with an agile and analytical mind, you have very limited financial resources and few, if any, connections that can open doors to your future ambitions. Dennis If you were born in a country such as the US, Canada or the UK, you might have a wider range of options despite your financial limitations.

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The Chasm Between Cybersecurity Confidence and Actual Ability

Security Boulevard

A survey of 316 cybersecurity training strategy decision-makers in the UK, U.S, Canada, Germany and Sweden published today found there is a major disconnect in the confidence they have in their teams have in their abilities and their actual abilities.

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In Memoriam – Gordon Moore, who put the more in “Moore’s Law”

Naked Security

His prediction was called a "Law", though it was an exhortation to engineering excellence as much it was an estimate. Moore's Law" Gordon Moore intel Moore obituary

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Millions of Pen Tests Show Companies' Security Postures Are Getting Worse

Dark Reading

A lack of website protections, Sender Policy Framework (SPF) records, and DNSSEC configurations leave companies open to phishing and data exfiltration attacks

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The Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020: Initial Catalysts, Current Implications, and Future Impacts

Speaker: Elizabeth "Paige" Baumann, Founder and CEO of Paige Baumann Advisory, LLC

In this session, Elizabeth “Paige” Baumann will cover the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020, which also includes the Corporate Transparency Act. She'll take a deep dive into the catalysts that brought on the act, the current implications of the act, and what impacts the act has on the future of banking and finance.

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How to secure your GitHub account with two-factor authentication

Tech Republic Security

GitHub wants you to protect your account with the right type of authentication. The post How to secure your GitHub account with two-factor authentication appeared first on TechRepublic. Developer Security cybersecurity github two-factor authentication

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Artificial Intelligence vs Machine Learning: Understanding the Differences

CyberSecurity Insiders

Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are two terms that are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same. As AI and ML are related, but they have distinct differences.

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Challenges With AI: Artistry, Copyrights and Fake News

Security Boulevard

The world is buzzing about the new AI applications that are rapidly changing the landscape at home and work. But what about copyright protections, artistry and even fake news as our AI journey accelerates?

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New Wi-Fi Protocol Security Flaw Affecting Linux, Android and iOS Devices

The Hacker News

A group of academics from Northeastern University and KU Leuven has disclosed a fundamental design flaw in the IEEE 802.11 Wi-Fi protocol standard, impacting a wide range of devices running Linux, FreeBSD, Android, and iOS.

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Successful Change Management with Enterprise Risk Management

Speaker: William Hord, Vice President of ERM Services

Join us as we discuss the various tangents of data and the change management process that will help you make better risk-based business decisions to save time and money for your organization.

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Patch Now: Cybercriminals Set Sights on Critical IBM File Transfer Bug

Dark Reading

A vulnerability with a 9.8 CVSS rating in IBM's widely deployed Aspera Faspex offering is being actively exploited to compromise enterprises

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Hiring kit: Cybersecurity engineer

Tech Republic Security

PURPOSE Recruiting a cybersecurity engineer with the right combination of technical and industry experience will require a comprehensive screening process.

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New Report on Current and Emerging Cyber Threats to Healthcare

CyberSecurity Insiders

Health-ISAC, a nonprofit, private sector, member-driven organization, has released its annual cyber threat report on current and emerging threat activity in the healthcare industry, in collaboration with Booz Allen Hamilton Cyber Threat Intelligence.

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Survey Surfaces Need to Change SecOps Priorities

Security Boulevard

A survey of 250 senior cybersecurity and IT professionals found well over half of respondents (57%) reported that security operations (SecOps) are more chaotic today than two years ago, with 96% planning to reevaluate their priorities.

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Cover Your SaaS: How to Overcome Security Challenges and Risks For Your Organization

Speaker: Ronald Eddings, Cybersecurity Expert and Podcaster

In this webinar, Ronald Eddings, Cybersecurity Expert, will outline the relationship between SaaS apps and IT & security teams, along with several actionable solutions to overcome the new difficulties facing your organization.