Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) have released a joint Cybersecurity Advisory (CSA) after observing Vice Society threat actors disproportionately targeting the education sector with ransomware attacks.

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Krebs on Security

MAY 23, 2024

But by all accounts, few attacks from those gangs have come close to the amount of firepower wielded by a pro-Russia group calling itself “ NoName057(16).” “And then they just keep coming back and opening new cloud accounts.” Neculiti registered multiple online accounts under the email address dfyz_bk@bk.ru.

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Troy Hunt

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

It's just another day on the internet when the news is full of headlines about accounts being hacked. The second story was about a number of verified Twitter accounts having been "hacked" and then leveraged in Bitcoin scams. And then there's the account holder, the one who chose the password. Without doubt, blame lies with them.

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Troy Hunt

DECEMBER 30, 2018

So here it is - 10 Personal Financial Lessons for Technology Professionals. For example, the ICT industry (Information, Communication, Technology) was the 5th highest paying with an average salary of $104,874 (dollars are Aussie, take off about 30% for USD). Intro: This Industry Rocks! Banking is below that. Medical even lower.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 16, 2023

” TracketPacer regularly posts fun, educational content about how the Internet operates. The account is run by a network engineer named Lexie Cooper, who has worked in a network operations center, or NOC, and who’s earned her Cisco Certified Network Associate certificate, or CCNA. One easy lesson, she said: "Guys.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 13, 2021

million cyber attacks on cloud user accounts. And most of them were malware related followed by account hijackings and targeted attacks against vulnerabilities. As per the report, the industries that were majorly targeted include retail, technology, financial, public and healthcare sector along with education and energy.

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Security Affairs

MAY 3, 2020

A hacker has leaked the details of 15 million users registered on Tokopedia , an Indonesian technology company specializing in e-commerce. Tokopedia is an Indonesian technology company specializing in e-commerce, it currently operates Indonesia’s largest online store. ZDNet confirmed the authenticity of the leaked data.

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Krebs on Security

MARCH 31, 2022

On Tuesday, KrebsOnSecurity warned that hackers increasingly are using compromised government and police department email accounts to obtain sensitive customer data from mobile providers, ISPs and social media companies. co saying he could be hired to perform fake EDRs on targets at will, provided the account was recently active.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 13, 2023

Pittsburgh, PA – July 13, 2023 – Security Journey, a best-in-class application security education company, has today announced an acceleration of its secure coding training platform enhancements. Media contact: Katie Fegan, Account Manager, Say Communications, T. +44 Learn more and try our training at www.securityjourney.com.?

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Here are the top Twitter accounts to follow for the latest commentary, research, and much-needed humor in the ever-evolving information security space. Brian Krebs is an independent investigative reporter known for his coverage of technology, malware , data breaches , and cybercrime developments. Brian Krebs | @briankrebs.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 20, 2023

As technology has rapidly exceeded all historical imaginings, opportunities for fraudsters to exploit their victims abound. Digital exploitation refers to the abuse and manipulation of technology and the internet for illegal and unethical purposes, including identity theft, sextortion, cyberbullying, online scams, and data breaches.

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Spinone

FEBRUARY 25, 2018

G Suite for Education (formerly called Google Apps for Education) is a suite of web applications including Gmail , Hangouts, Google Calendar , Google Drive , Docs, Sheets, Slides, Groups, News, Play, Sites, and Google Vault (about the difference between Vault and Spinbackup read here ).

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Jane Frankland

MARCH 16, 2023

It’s run by the United Nation’s and this year, their theme was ‘DigitALL: Innovation & Technology for Gender Equality.’ IWD 2023 should have brought the theme of ‘DigitALL: Innovation & Technology for Gender Equality’ to the forefront, especially for anyone working in tech and cybersecurity.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 13, 2022

While you might think that these actors are interested in government and defense information, their operations prove they are interested in much more – including software development and information technology, data analytics, and logistics. Educate your employees on threats and risks such as phishing and malware.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 17, 2018

G Suite for Education backup and security should be taken seriously as GSFE (formerly known as Google Apps for Education) puts creative, nimble, and flexible learning at the center of the educational experience. The global higher education system has expanded over the last 15 years in traditional and new markets.

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Spinone

JANUARY 15, 2019

This is not limited to corporate environments but also includes today’s educational institutions. For IT administrators looking at leveraging the public cloud to deliver powerful cloud-driven resources to educators and students, let’s take a look at the top benefits for school IT administrators looking at G Suite for Education.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 28, 2024

In the advisory , Check Point says the attackers are targeting security gateways with old local accounts using insecure password-only authentication, which should be used with certificate authentication to prevent breaches. "We Check Point has advised organizations to review the use of local accounts and disable them if not needed.

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Duo's Security Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

." Here’s what customers are saying about their experience with Duo: Enhanced Protection: “Duo has helped solve our issues with compromised accounts. This implementation has been key in improving security measures here. My only issue is that we did not do it sooner.

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Cisco Security

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

By educating staff via regular training and giving them the confidence to identify threats, this can improve your human firewall and greatly reduce the employee error often attributed to data breaches. Seamless integration across security technologies. And this is where it pays to partner with a cybersecurity provider such as Cisco.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 1, 2023

Another common social engineering tactic is known as “pretexting” This involves an attacker creating a fictitious scenario, such as a problem with an account, in order to trick the victim into providing sensitive information. One effective way to combat social engineering is through employee education and training.

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Adam Levin

AUGUST 26, 2020

Schools and companies should consider the following: Set up accounts with competing services: While Zoom holds a dominant position, it is by no means the only video conferencing platform for meetings or for education. If your school or educator hasn’t provided these, check online for one of several free resources for education. .

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

In our increasingly digital world, where technology permeates every aspect of our lives, cyber-security awareness has become an indispensable skill. Educate Yourself: Take the time to educate yourself about basic cybersecurity con-cepts and best practices.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 25, 2018

Educational institutions have increasingly become heavy consumers of cloud services and data storage. Many cloud providers cater to the needs of educational institutions, often providing free services to public schools, colleges, etc.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 18, 2021

With new technological advancements comes a need for heightened security measures. NCSAM launched in 2004, at a time where technology was nowhere near where it is today. Week 2: Millions of rewarding jobs: educating for a career in cybersecurity. Related: President Biden issues cybersecurity executive order.

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Security Through Education

MAY 17, 2023

So, your Facebook account will require ongoing security monitoring. You are almost expected to share your location, current and pasts jobs, and educational history. TikTok Tik Tok is sweeping the world with dance videos, educational snippets, and more. What accounts are connected with your name?

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Government policymakers decided in the 1990s to promote inherently insecure, nascent Internet technology to be the world’s primary global information infrastructure for all the world’s communications, content, and commerce. Internet un accountability policy a root cause of Internet in security? Specifically, how is U.S.

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Jane Frankland

AUGUST 10, 2023

Often, when considering this, people immediately turn their attention to educators of Computer Science at schools, colleges, and universities. In this blog I’ll be taking a closer look at higher education efforts, specifically for Computer Science at UK universities. This appeared at odds with demand for technology skills.

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Meanwhile, the hackers responsible are communicating directly with members through the InfraGard portal online — using a new account under the assumed identity of a financial industry CEO that was vetted by the FBI itself. technology firm, confirmed receipt of USDoD’s message but asked to remain anonymous for this story.

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IT Security Guru

JULY 4, 2023

Hackers are increasingly targeting schools as technology is being integrated more deeply into teaching. Educational institutions own many sensitive data, such as personnel and financial information, as well as intellectual property. Cybercriminals use these weaknesses to break into school networks and compromise critical data.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 14, 2022

We have on average 67 applications on our mobile phones, seven social media accounts and more than 120 online accounts. But these accounts are not all about networking and games. The right tool should: •Educate users about the importance of online privacy protection and data protection. Perhaps, never?

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IT Security Guru

MAY 20, 2024

Regular updates: Keep your policy current by regularly updating it to address new threats and technological changes. Educate and Train Employees Regular training sessions on cybersecurity are crucial for keeping your organisation safe. It’s noteworthy that 95 per cent of UK businesses now employ MFA.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 5, 2024

As AI technologies continue to advance, their integration into daily security protocols and strategies becomes more critical and complex. This technology's capabilities have expanded rapidly, garnering significant attention both for its potential benefits and its risks. Promoting media literacy is another essential strategy.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

These types of "unauthorized access" attacks account for 50% of all data breaches and can cost companies as much as $9.5M No amount of investment in the latest technology can provide 100% protection because technology alone is not enough. Continuously educating your workforce. dollars to remediate per incident.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The report analyzes top cyber threats from the second half of 2023 and emerging cybersecurity trends impacting critical industries such as finance, education, manufacturing, and state and local government (SLED). Education remains one of the most susceptible industries to cyberattacks, yet there is more diversity in the types of threats.

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Schneier on Security

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Reading the headlines, one would hope that the rapid gains in AI technology have also brought forth a unifying realization of the risks—and the steps we need to take to mitigate them. It’s also a contest about control and power, about how resources should be distributed and who should be held accountable.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

The larger the subscription base, the greater the number of fraudulent key-selling schemes and attempts at stealing accounts. In-game items and money are some of the prime goals for attackers stealing players’ accounts. Education platforms and the learning process. Online education platforms will attract more cybercrime.

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Spinone

MARCH 27, 2018

G Suite for Education with data loss protection has made it even more attractive for teachers and students to work online, with free tools and storage that enable educators and students to work together from anywhere in the world, on any device.

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