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Patch Tuesday, Good Riddance 2020 Edition

Krebs on Security

The critical bits reside in updates for Microsoft Exchange Server , Sharepoint Server , and Windows 10 and Server 2016 systems. Additionally, Microsoft released an advisory on how to minimize the risk from a DNS spoofing weakness in Windows Server 2008 through 2019. So do yourself a favor and backup before installing any patches.

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UK's Secret iCloud Backdoor Order Raises Global Security Concerns

SecureWorld News

has directed Apple to create a backdoor into its encrypted iCloud backup service, a move that could have profound implications for digital privacy and security worldwide. It allows whistleblowers to report safely, victims to seek help without fear, and persecuted groups to organize without risk. What's next?

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NEW TECH: A couple of tools that deserve wide use — to preserve the integrity of U.S. elections

The Last Watchdog

First, there’s a tool called the Rapid Cyber Risk Scorecard. NormShield, the Vienna, VA-based, cybersecurity firm that supplies this service, recently ran scores for all of the 26 declared presidential candidates — and found the average cyber risk score to be B+. Thousands local elections remain at high risk.

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Best Disaster Recovery Solutions for 2022

eSecurity Planet

With a cyberattack, it’s more than just data that needs protecting—at risk is really the entire physical infrastructure from applications and operating systems down to low-level firmware and BIOS. This type of backup and DR technology offers RPOs measured in hours. See the Best Backup Solutions for Ransomware Protection.

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Cachet Financial Reeling from MyPayrollHR Fraud

Krebs on Security

based Cachet threw much of its customer base into disarray when it said its bank was no longer willing to risk another MyPayrollHR debacle, and that customers would need to wire payroll deposits instead of relying on the usual method of automated clearinghouse (ACH) payments (essentially bank-to-bank checks). But on Oct. Credit trans.

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FBI, CISA, NSA published a joint advisory on BlackMatter ransomware operations

Security Affairs

The experts noticed that BlackMatter operators wipe or reformat backup data stores and appliances instead of encrypting backup systems. Implement Credential Guard for Windows 10 and Server 2016, enable Protected Process Light for Local Security Authority (LSA). Scanning backups. Minimize the AD attack surface.

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Securing Elections

Schneier on Security

In 2016, someone changed the party affiliation of hundreds of voters before the Republican primary. Multiple, unchangeable backups are essential. A manual, post-election, risk-limiting audit varies the number of ballots examined according to the margin of victory. We need an election system that is resilient to the threats.