The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 8, 2023

8, 2023 – DigiCert today announced the expansion of its certificate management platform, DigiCert Trust Lifecycle Manager, to provide full lifecycle support for multiple CAs including Microsoft CA and AWS Private CA, as well as integration with ServiceNow to support existing IT service workflows. About DigiCert, Inc.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 30, 2022

While veterans are well-suited to transition into cybersecurity, there is often a disconnect when raising awareness about these opportunities and outlining paths to entry. Training and certification must become more accessible and hiring criteria must change to encourage veterans to apply for these roles.

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Schneier on Security

APRIL 2, 2024

Anyone in possession of a predetermined encryption key could stash any code of their choice in an SSH login certificate, upload it, and execute it on the backdoored device. In theory, the code could allow for just about anything, including stealing encryption keys or installing malware. It was an incredibly complex backdoor.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

APRIL 3, 2024

Luna HSMs FIPS 140-3 Validation sparsh Wed, 04/03/2024 - 07:52 FIPS 140-3 and You, Part Two Awhile back, we shared that Thales Luna HSMs were about to kick-off the process of moving towards Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 140-3 Level 3, the newest security standard to accredit cryptographic modules.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 1, 2023

1, 2023– AppViewX , a leader in automated machine identity management (MIM) and application infrastructure security, today announced the results of a research study conducted by Enterprise Management Associates (EMA) on SSL/TLS Certificate Security. New York, NY, Aug. A full copy of the AppViewX sponsored report is available here.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 21, 2021

Someone reportedly forgot to renew Spotify’s TLS certificate. The outage lasted about an hour, until the certificate in question got renewed. If Spotify has an excuse, it is that the complexity of issuing and managing digital certificates has become prodigious. Here are key takeaways: PKI on centerstage.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 12, 2024

But if you’ve ever had to abandon an email address that you used for years, imagine all of the hassle that came with that, and then imagine it being about 10 times worse. A US birth certificate or US passport are standard for this requirement. The good news is that even though it’s a challenging process, it is possible.

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Krebs on Security

MARCH 25, 2020

Unfortunately, part of that message is misleading and may help perpetuate a popular misunderstanding about Web site security and trust that phishers have been exploiting for years now. The truth is anyone can get an SSL certificate for free, and that’s a big reason why most phishing sites now have them. Image: PhishLabs.com.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Everything you need to know about getting ISO 27001 certified step-by-step without needing to be a tech wiz. The post Navigating the ISO 27001 Certification Process: Step-by-Step appeared first on Scytale. The post Navigating the ISO 27001 Certification Process: Step-by-Step appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 17, 2023

I had the chance to get briefed about this all-new platform, which provides a means for companies to comprehensively manage their Public Key Infrastructure ( PKI ) implementations along with the associated digital certificates. Where would we be without PKI, the framework used to issue and manage digital certificates?

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Joseph Steinberg

JANUARY 10, 2023

Steinberg brings important insights about cybersecurity, privacy, and artificial intelligence to this community.”. About Newsweek. Newsweek provides the latest news, in-depth analysis, and ideas about international issues, technology, business, culture, and politics. About Joseph Steinberg. www.newsweek.com.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Each time we use a mobile app or website-hosted service, digital certificates and the Public Key Infrastructure ( PKI ) come into play — to assure authentication and encrypt sensitive data transfers. The aim is to alleviate apprehension surrounding the deployment of PQC algorithms and certificates, Hojjati says.

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GlobalSign

JUNE 13, 2023

Do you know what SSL/TLS certificates you have in your organization? Read more to learn about the certificate inventory tool that could help you.

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Schneier on Security

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

And for all the president’s griping about the counting of votes, it has been orderly and apparently without significant incident. Many states handled voting by mail and early voting impressively and huge numbers of volunteers turned up to work the polls. Large amounts of litigation before the election clarified the rules in every state.

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Joseph Steinberg

JUNE 23, 2021

Steinberg brings important insights about cybersecurity, privacy, and artificial intelligence to this community.”. About Newsweek. Newsweek provides the latest news, in-depth analysis, and ideas about international issues, technology, business, culture, and politics. About Joseph Steinberg. New York, NY – June 23, 2021.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 30, 2022

Rafal Los, host of the popular Down the Security Rabbithole Podcast, joins us to discuss CISO liability risk and the ongoing discussion in the cybersecurity community about CISOs going to jail. Plus, details on the recent (ISC)2 bylaw vote (why you should vote no) and a discussion about the value of cybersecurity certifications. ** Links […].

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BH Consulting

AUGUST 31, 2022

Luxembourg’s GDPR-CARPA is the first officially recognised certification scheme to be adopted under the regulation. It’s surprising that such a significant development hasn’t received more attention, given the discourse around GDPR certification schemes. So why has it taken this long for a GDPR certification scheme to launch?

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Jane Frankland

JULY 31, 2023

How (ISC)² Is Tackling the Problem with One Million Certified in Cybersecurity In the current job market, having certifications in your field can make a huge difference in employment opportunities, salaries, and professional growth. However, not everyone has the financial resources to obtain these certifications. another bonus!

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 2, 2022

In particular, the apps targeted users from Vietnam and infected about 300,000 devices in over 71 countries just to steal Facebook(FB) credentials. Lukasz Siekierski, a Reverse Engineer at Google, confirmed the news and added that cyber crooks were seen compromising Samsung, LG, and MediaTek certificates that allow signing Android malware.

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NetSpi Technical

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

b64 = " MIIK[REDACTED]H0A==" [IO.File]::WriteAllBytes("C:tempmicert.pfx", [Convert]::FromBase64String($b64)) We then opened the certificate file in Windows to see that it was a valid PFX file, that did not have an attached password, and we then imported it into our local certificate store.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

I had an eye-opening conversation about all of this with Steve Hanna , distinguished engineer at Infineon Technologies , a global semiconductor manufacturer based in Neubiberg, Germany. Basically, we’re creating, shall we say, one certification to rule them all,” Hanna told me. “We’re In 2023, the U.S. The new “U.S.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Since it was introduced two years ago, Matter has been embraced by some 400 manufacturers of IoT devices and close to one million Matter certificates have been issued, Nelson told me. But what about the laggards? Acohido is dedicated to fostering public awareness about how to make the Internet as private and secure as it ought to be.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 25, 2021

Related: Digital certificates destined to play key role in securing DX. intelligence officials — had to have either stolen or spoofed the digital certificate SolarWinds used to authenticate the software updates in question. Certificate compromises. Here are excerpts edited for clarity and length.

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Schneier on Security

AUGUST 17, 2022

But a bug in how the checking method was implemented meant that giving the updater any file with the same name as Zoom’s signing certificate would be enough to pass the test—so an attacker could substitute any kind of malware program and have it be run by the updater with elevated privilege.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 2, 2024

Organizations need to invest in cybersecurity training programs to educate their employees about security best practices. For individuals looking to advance their careers in cybersecurity and demonstrate their proficiency in Practical DevSecOps, obtaining relevant certifications can provide a competitive edge.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 26, 2021

Google’s addition to Gmail of something called Verified Mark Certificates (VMCs) is a very big deal in the arcane world of online marketing. However, there is a fascinating back story about how Google’s introduction of VMCs – to meet advertising and marketing imperatives — could ultimately foster a profound advance in email security.

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Joseph Steinberg

DECEMBER 11, 2023

About IACP The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) is the world’s largest and most influential professional association for police leaders. He will also review relevant materials and initiate topical recommendations. Steinberg, who is based in New York, is expected to serve on the committee through mid-2026. patent filings.

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SecureBlitz

JANUARY 27, 2022

If you have been coming across SSL Certificate online and you don’t know what it means, then this article is for you. Here, you will learn everything you must know about SSL Certificate. The post What Is An SSL Certificate?[MUST There are a. MUST READ] appeared first on SecureBlitz Cybersecurity.

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Tech Republic Security

MAY 2, 2022

Get details about these security training courses. The post Work toward an InfoSec certification with this online training bundle appeared first on TechRepublic. You can prepare for an exciting and in-demand new career in information security without quitting your day job.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 17, 2022

Digital Currency Hit by Expired Certificate — Root Cause for Prolonged Outage. About two months later, on March 9, the ECCB issued an advisory saying “full functionality of the DCash digital payments platform has been restored.”. A major part of the fix was better certificate management. “As brooke.crothers. Related posts.

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CompTIA on Cybersecurity

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Find out more about the top cybersecurity job titles in the United States as told by CyberSeek, and understand what education, certifications and skills you need to start a career in cybersecurity. Interested in a career in cybersecurity?

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

A huge threat to children The leak raises concerns about cybercriminals’ potential misuse of this personal information. The leaked data about minors could have dire consequences, as this information can put children at physical risk by revealing their daily whereabouts.

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The Hacker News

OCTOBER 26, 2022

If you regularly read The Hacker News, there’s a fair chance that you know something about cybersecurity. But to make the leap, you need to pick up some key skills and professional certifications. Featuring nine in-depth courses, The 2022 Masters in Cyber Security Certification Bundle helps you get ready for the next step.

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Bleeping Computer

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Criminal IP, a cyber threat intelligence search engine, has achieved PCI DSS Level 1 certification. Learn more from Criminal IP about their cyber threat intelligence search engine. [.]

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Security Boulevard

JULY 10, 2023

What Is PKI: Purpose, Components, and Key Concepts PKI is a set of policies, procedures, and technologies for creating, distributing, storing, and revoking digital certificates. Digital certificates : These digital documents bind an entity's public key to its identity to verify its authenticity. Here's what PKI is and how it works.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 9, 2023

One meeting I had at RSA Conference 2023 , was a briefing about a new partnership , announced this morning, between a top-rung Silicon Valley tech giant and the leading provider of digital trust.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Self-Signed Certificates: Cybercriminals Are Turning This Strength into a Vulnerability. The risk of self-signed certificates . When compared with certificates signed by CAs, self-signed certificates are often viewed as less trustworthy because they have not been vetted through official channels. Scott Carter.

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