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Bad News: AI and 5G Are Expected to Worsen Cybersecurity Risks

Security Affairs

Experts believe Artificial intelligence (AI) could introduce new cybersecurity concerns, and that the upcoming 5G network could pose new risks as well. Information Risk Management (IRM) recently published its 2019 Risky Business Report. One tip that education brands should follow is to create a prioritized list of risks.

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Key Developments in IoT Security

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

Ellen has extensive experience in cybersecurity, and specifically, the understanding of IoT risk. This is a massive growth, as well as an equally substantial risk footprint. Secure firmware flashing is also a way to enhance assurance of device security, allowing for audit capabilities and controls around these devices.

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Guest Blog: TalkingTrust. What’s driving the security of IoT?

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

The problem becomes – how do we make sure we’re securing these “driving data centers” against the risks and threats that lurk on the Internet? Over-the-air (OTA) software and firmware updates must be delivered securely and effectively. These are the types of capabilities we’ve come to expect from our vehicles.

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Do cyber regulations actually make K–12 schools safer? Navigating compliance while securing school and student data

Malwarebytes

To safeguard learning continuity in this environment, US lawmakers have passed legislation aimed at mitigating security and privacy risks for the K–12 community. State laws Since COPPA, most state education departments and legislatures have developed stricter policies to better protect student privacy online.

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How (and Why) to Take Full Advantage of Apple’s New Advanced Data Protection Feature

Security Boulevard

Running outdated software/firmware can leave you open to security risks, such as vulnerability exploitation or malware infections. Devices only receiving “security updates” are confined to iOS 15, which does not have the Advanced Data Protection.

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Internet safety tips for kids and teens: A comprehensive guide for the modern parent

Malwarebytes

If your kid does this, it not only puts their data at risk, but also opens the door for abuse. Update your child’s device’s firmware. Just like any software that’s installed on their devices, it is equally important to update firmware. Don’t share passwords with anyone. And we mean, anyone—including friends.

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IoT Cybersecurity: 5 Major Vulnerabilities and How to Tackle Them

Security Affairs

However, if you know where the dangers lurk, there is a way to minimize the cybersecurity risks. Even if a local network is completely secured and all IoT devices on it have firmware and software updated to the last version, a shadow IoT device can wreak havoc. Here are five significant cybersecurity vulnerabilities with IoT in 2020.

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