Tue.May 23, 2023

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Credible Handwriting Machine

Schneier on Security

In case you don’t have enough to worry about, someone has built a credible handwriting machine: This is still a work in progress, but the project seeks to solve one of the biggest problems with other homework machines, such as this one that I covered a few months ago after it blew up on social media. The problem with most homework machines is that they’re too perfect.

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EY survey: Tech leaders to invest in AI, 5G, cybersecurity, big data, metaverse

Tech Republic Security

Generative AI is of particular interest to leaders for the benefits of cost savings, efficiency and effectiveness. The post EY survey: Tech leaders to invest in AI, 5G, cybersecurity, big data, metaverse appeared first on TechRepublic.

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RSAC Fireside Chat: The need to stop mobile apps from exposing API keys, user credentials in runtime

The Last Watchdog

As digital transformation accelerates, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) have become integral to software development – especially when it comes to adding cool new functionalities to our go-to mobile apps. Related: Collateral damage of T-Mobile hack Yet, APIs have also exponentially increased the attack vectors available to malicious hackers – and the software community has not focused on slowing the widening of this security gap.

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Dell’s Project Helix heralds a move toward specifically trained generative AI

Tech Republic Security

On-premises artificial intelligence and specifically trained generative AI are now enterprise trends. Leaders from Dell and NVIDIA and analysts from Forrester Research weigh in. The post Dell’s Project Helix heralds a move toward specifically trained generative AI appeared first on TechRepublic.

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How to Avoid Pitfalls In Automation: Keep Humans In the Loop

Speaker: Erroll Amacker

Automation is transforming finance but without strong financial oversight it can introduce more risk than reward. From missed discrepancies to strained vendor relationships, accounts payable automation needs a human touch to deliver lasting value. This session is your playbook to get automation right. We’ll explore how to balance speed with control, boost decision-making through human-machine collaboration, and unlock ROI with fewer errors, stronger fraud prevention, and smoother operations.

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Meet the GoldenJackal APT group. Don’t expect any howls

SecureList

GoldenJackal is an APT group, active since 2019, that usually targets government and diplomatic entities in the Middle East and South Asia. Despite the fact that they began their activities years ago, this group is generally unknown and, as far as we know, has not been publicly described. We started monitoring the group in mid-2020 and have observed a constant level of activity that indicates a capable and stealthy actor.

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Microsoft Dataverse: Going from Excel to new AI-powered tools

Tech Republic Security

Improvements in the data store for Microsoft's low-code platform aim to help businesses build on their data. Learn more about Microsoft Dataverse. The post Microsoft Dataverse: Going from Excel to new AI-powered tools appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Android app breaking bad: From legitimate screen recording to file exfiltration within a year

We Live Security

ESET researchers discover AhRat – a new Android RAT based on AhMyth – that exfiltrates files and records audio The post Android app breaking bad: From legitimate screen recording to file exfiltration within a year appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

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Former Uber CSO Joe Sullivan and lessons learned from the infamous 2016 Uber breach

CSO Magazine

Like most CSOs, Joe Sullivan was drawn to the role to help prevent cybercrimes. His role as CSO of Uber was something of a shift from his previous job prosecuting cybercriminals as an assistant US attorney, but closer to the tip of the cybersecurity spear. As a top-level professional in the business of defending against the bad guys, it was unexpected and not a little ironic that he would find himself on the other side of the justice system.

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Most Organizations Expect Ransomware Attack Within a Year

CyberSecurity Insiders

BullWall , global leaders in ransomware containment, and researchers with Cybersecurity Insiders, today published the Cybersecurity Insiders 2023 Ransomware Report. Based on a survey of 435 cybersecurity professionals, the findings identified gaps, misunderstandings and obstacles in organizational security posture, attack prevention and ransomware remediation.

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PyPI open-source code repository deals with manic malware maelstrom

Naked Security

Controlled outage used to keep malware marauders from gumming up the works. Learn what you can do to help in future.

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Why Giant Content Libraries Do Nothing for Your Employees’ Cyber Resilience

Many cybersecurity awareness platforms offer massive content libraries, yet they fail to enhance employees’ cyber resilience. Without structured, engaging, and personalized training, employees struggle to retain and apply key cybersecurity principles. Phished.io explains why organizations should focus on interactive, scenario-based learning rather than overwhelming employees with excessive content.

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Avos Ransomware takes control of emergency systems in Bluefield University

CyberSecurity Insiders

It is customary for the ransomware spreading hackers to take control of the systems and encrypt them until a ransom is paid. In double extortion cases, the hackers steal data and then encrypt the database. And if the victim fails to pay the ransom on time, they sell the siphoned data on the dark web for monetary gains. But in addition to this practice, those spreading Avos ransomware made a bold move by hijack-ing a university’s emergency communication systems and sending a SMS alert to students

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IT employee impersonates ransomware gang to extort employer

Bleeping Computer

A 28-year-old United Kingdom man from Fleetwood, Hertfordshire, has been convicted of unauthorized computer access with criminal intent and blackmailing his employer. [.

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The Security Maturity Improvement Imperative

Security Boulevard

To enhance corporate protection against the aggressive stream of cyberattacks impacting organizations today, it is imperative to actively manage, monitor and cover systems, software and data with well-tuned security toolsets. According to Ponemon, 83% of organizations studied have experienced more than one data breach, and just 17% said this was their first data breach.

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How to Track Ransomware Attacks: A Comprehensive Guide

CyberSecurity Insiders

Ransomware attacks have become a growing concern in recent years, with cybercriminals targeting individuals, businesses, and even government organizations. The ability to track these attacks is crucial for mitigating their impact and ensuring appropriate response measures are taken. In this article, we will explore various strategies and techniques to effectively track ransomware attacks, enabling organizations to enhance their cybersecurity defenses and minimize the potential damage caused by s

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Zero Trust Mandate: The Realities, Requirements and Roadmap

The DHS compliance audit clock is ticking on Zero Trust. Government agencies can no longer ignore or delay their Zero Trust initiatives. During this virtual panel discussion—featuring Kelly Fuller Gordon, Founder and CEO of RisX, Chris Wild, Zero Trust subject matter expert at Zermount, Inc., and Principal of Cybersecurity Practice at Eliassen Group, Trey Gannon—you’ll gain a detailed understanding of the Federal Zero Trust mandate, its requirements, milestones, and deadlines.

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Cyber Attacks Strike Ukraine's State Bodies in Espionage Operation

The Hacker News

The Computer Emergency Response Team of Ukraine (CERT-UA) has warned of cyber attacks targeting state bodies in the country as part of an espionage campaign. The intrusion set, attributed to a threat actor tracked by the authority as UAC-0063 since 2021, leverages phishing lures to deploy a variety of malicious tools on infected systems. The origins of the hacking crew are presently unknown.

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Ransomware news trending on Google

CyberSecurity Insiders

A Russian government affiliated ransomware spreading group has targeted the Indian Insurance Information Bureau (IIB) and encrypted the entire database and their demand is that they victim needs to pay $250,000 in bitcoins in exchange of a decryption key. The IIB of India issued a statement that around 30 servers were compromised in the incident and the extend of damage is yet to be calculated.

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Windows 11 getting native support for 7-Zip, RAR, and GZ archives

Bleeping Computer

Microsoft is adding native support for RAR, 7-Zip, and GZ archives to an upcoming version of Windows 11 expected this week. [.

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Malvertising via brand impersonation is back again

Malwarebytes

Web search is about to embark on a new journey thanks to artificial intelligence technology that online giants such as Microsoft and Google are experimenting with. Yet, there is a problem when it comes to malicious ads displayed by search engines that AI likely won't be able to fix. In recent months, numerous incidents have shown that malvertising is on the rise again and affecting the user experience and trust in their favorite search engine.

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Next-Level Fraud Prevention: Strategies for Today’s Threat Landscape

Speaker: Sierre Lindgren

Fraud is a battle that every organization must face – it’s no longer a question of “if” but “when.” Every organization is a potential target for fraud, and the finance department is often the bullseye. From cleverly disguised emails to fraudulent payment requests, the tactics of cybercriminals are advancing rapidly. Drawing insights from real-world cases and industry expertise, we’ll explore the vulnerabilities in your processes and how to fortify them effectively.

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German arms manufacturer Rheinmetall suffered Black Basta ransomware attack

Security Affairs

The German automotive and arms manufacturer Rheinmetall announced it was victim of a Black Basta ransomware attack that took place last month. Rheinmetall is a German automotive and arms manufacturer that is listed on the Frankfurt stock exchange. The company this week announced it was victim of a ransomware attack conducted by the Black Basta ransomware group.

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IAM-Driven Biometrics: The Security Issues with Biometric Identity and Access Management

Heimadal Security

The increase of cybersecurity incidents brings along a higher demand for enhanced security protections. Thus, in the attempt of preventing unauthorized third parties from accessing their accounts and sensitive data, companies are increasingly turning to biometric authentication. Contemporary Identity and Access Management (IAM) technologies have moved beyond basic login methods based on usernames and passwords. […] The post IAM-Driven Biometrics: The Security Issues with Biometric Identity

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Google announced its Mobile VRP (vulnerability rewards program)

Security Affairs

Google introduced Mobile VRP (vulnerability rewards program), a new bug bounty program for reporting vulnerabilities in its mobile applications. Google announced a new bug bounty program, named Mobile VRP (vulnerability rewards program), that covers its mobile applications. Google’s Mobile VRP is a bug bounty program for reporting vulnerabilities in first-party Android applications developed or maintained by Google.

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Update now! Apple issues patches for three actively used zero-days

Malwarebytes

Apple has rolled out security updates for Safari 16.5, watchOS 9.5, tvOS 16.5, iOS 16.5, iPadOS 16.5, iOS 15.7.6, iPadOS 15.7.6, macOS Big Sur 11.7.7, macOS Ventura 13.4, and macOS Monterey 12.6.6. Among the security updates were patches for three actively exploited zero-day vulnerabilities. All these actively exploited vulnerabilities are directly related to the WebKit browser engine.

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Prevent Data Breaches With Zero-Trust Enterprise Password Management

Keeper Security is transforming cybersecurity for people and organizations around the world. Keeper’s affordable and easy-to-use solutions are built on a foundation of zero-trust and zero-knowledge security to protect every user on every device. Our next-generation privileged access management solution deploys in minutes and seamlessly integrates with any tech stack to prevent breaches, reduce help desk costs and ensure compliance.

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The previously undocumented GoldenJackal APT targets Middle East, South Asia entities

Security Affairs

A previously undocumented APT group tracked as GoldenJackal has been targeting government and diplomatic entities in the Middle East and South Asia since 2019. Kaspersky researchers shared details about the activity of a previously undocumented APT group, tracked as GoldenJackal, which has been active since 2019. The primary motivation of the group appears to be the espionage.

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Google to pay $40m for "deceptive and unfair" location tracking practices

Malwarebytes

Google is going to pay $39.9 million to Washington State to put to rest a lawsuit about its location tracking practices which has been in play since last year. Google was accused of “ misleading consumers ” by State Attorney General Bob Ferguson. From the AG press release: Attorney General Bob Ferguson today announced Google will pay $39.9 million to Washington state as a result of his office’s lawsuit over misleading location tracking practices.

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A deeper insight into the CloudWizard APT’s activity revealed a long-running activity

Security Affairs

Experts warn of a threat actor, tracked as CloudWizard APT, that is targeting organizations involved in the region of the Russo-Ukrainian conflict. On March 2023, researchers from Kaspersky spotted a previously unknown APT group, tracked as Bad Magic (aka Red Stinger), that targeted organizations in the region of the Russo-Ukrainian conflict. The attackers were observed using PowerMagic and CommonMagic implants.

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AI generated Pentagon explosion photograph goes viral on Twitter

Malwarebytes

Twitter’s recent changes to checkmark verification continue to cause chaos, this time in the realm of potentially dangerous misinformation. A checkmarked account claimed to show images of explosions close to important landmarks like the Pentagon. These images quickly went viral despite being AI generated and containing multiple overt errors for anyone looking at the supposed photographs.

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Optimizing The Modern Developer Experience with Coder

Many software teams have migrated their testing and production workloads to the cloud, yet development environments often remain tied to outdated local setups, limiting efficiency and growth. This is where Coder comes in. In our 101 Coder webinar, you’ll explore how cloud-based development environments can unlock new levels of productivity. Discover how to transition from local setups to a secure, cloud-powered ecosystem with ease.

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LogRhythm vs Splunk: Top SIEM Solutions Compared

eSecurity Planet

If you’re in the market for a security information and event management (SIEM) solution, both LogRhythm and Splunk have a lot to offer, with strong support from customers and industry analysts. Both solutions appear in eSecurity Planet ’s list of top SIEM products , and SIEM buyers often compare the two. What follows is a closer look at key features of each product, with an examination of their strengths and weaknesses.

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Employee guilty of joining ransomware attack on his own company

Malwarebytes

A 28-year old IT Security Analyst pleaded guilty and will consequently be convicted of blackmail and unauthorized access to a computer with intent to commit other offences. It all started when the UK gene and cell therapy company Oxford BioMedica fell victim to a cybersecurity incident which involved unauthorized access to part of the company’s computer systems on 27 February, 2018.

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Cyber Attacks on Taiwan Surge as Geopolitical Tensions Grow

SecureWorld News

The deepening geopolitical tensions between China and Taiwan have cast a dark shadow over East Asia, triggering a marked rise in cyber attacks on the island nation. As the strain between China's territorial claims and Taiwan's determination to maintain its independence grows, a concerning surge in malicious activities has emerged, targeting various sectors.

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Dell Launches Project Fort Zero Service to Accelerate Zero-Trust IT Shift

Security Boulevard

Dell Technologies today launched a Project Fort Zero cybersecurity services initiative that promises to make it simpler for organizations to transition to zero-trust IT environments. The initiative is based on a reference architecture defined by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). Announced at the Dell Technologies World conference, Dell will formally define this architecture in.

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The Tumultuous IT Landscape Is Making Hiring More Difficult

After a year of sporadic hiring and uncertain investment areas, tech leaders are scrambling to figure out what’s next. This whitepaper reveals how tech leaders are hiring and investing for the future. Download today to learn more!