Schneier on Security
MAY 2, 2025
The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre just released its white paper on “Advanced Cryptography,” which it defines as “cryptographic techniques for processing encrypted data, providing enhanced functionality over and above that provided by traditional cryptography.” It includes things like homomorphic encryption, attribute-based encryption, zero-knowledge proofs, and secure multiparty computation.
The Hacker News
MAY 2, 2025
Ireland's Data Protection Commission (DPC) on Tuesday fined popular video-sharing platform TikTok 530 million ($601 million) for infringing data protection regulations in the region by transferring European users' data to China. "TikTok infringed the GDPR regarding its transfers of EEA [European Economic Area] User Data to China and its transparency requirements," the DPC said in a statement.
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Schneier on Security
MAY 2, 2025
Sooner or later, it’s going to happen. AI systems will start acting as agents, doing things on our behalf with some degree of autonomy. I think it’s worth thinking about the security of that now, while its still a nascent idea. In 2019, I joined Inrupt, a company that is commercializing Tim Berners-Lee’s open protocol for distributed data ownership.
Adam Shostack
MAY 2, 2025
Get one fourth off for May the fourth! In Andor, Imperial Security Bureau supervisor Dedra Meero spends a lot of time thinking about how shed steal highly sensitive Imperial hardware and explaining how shed never climb the same fence twice. But her analyses dont convince her fellow ISB officers. Trying to get into your opponents head is tricky. but frankly, the problem is: For the show to work, she has to lose.
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.
Security Affairs
MAY 2, 2025
Harrods confirmed a cyberattack, following similar incidents suffered by M&S and Co-op, making it the third major UK retailer targeted in one week. Luxury department store Harrods confirmed a cyberattack, threat actors attempted to gain unauthorised access to some of its systems. “We recently experienced attempts to gain unauthorised access to some of our systems.” reads a statement published by the company. “Our seasoned IT security team immediately took proactive steps to
Troy Hunt
MAY 2, 2025
Looking back at this week's video, it's the AI discussion that I think about most. More specifically, the view amongst some that any usage of it is bad and every output is "slop" I'm hearing that much more broadly lately, that AI is both "robbing" creators and producing sub-par results. The latter is certainly true in many cases (although it's improving extraordinarily quickly), but the former is just ridiculous when used as a reason not to use AI.
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SecureWorld News
MAY 2, 2025
Healthcare cybersecurity is undergoing explosive growth, reflecting both escalating threats and urgent investments to protect patient data and systems. According to a new report, the global healthcare cybersecurity market was valued at US $21.25 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $82.90 billion by 2033, at a robust 18.55% CAGR. This surge is driven by a convergence of factorsfrom a spike in ransom ware attacks to the digital transformation of healthcarethat CISOs and healthcare executives
The Hacker News
MAY 2, 2025
The malware loader known as MintsLoader has been used to deliver a PowerShell-based remote access trojan called GhostWeaver. "MintsLoader operates through a multi-stage infection chain involving obfuscated JavaScript and PowerShell scripts," Recorded Future's Insikt Group said in a report shared with The Hacker News.
WIRED Threat Level
MAY 2, 2025
A photo taken this week showed Mike Waltz using an app that looks likebut is notSignal to communicate with top officials. "I don't even know where to start with this," says one expert.
Malwarebytes
MAY 2, 2025
And we agree. If there is a cybersecurity themed day that we would like to get rid as soon as possible its world password day. Sorry, old friend, but youre outdated, and it looks like your days are numbered. Let’s switch to passkeys. To quote Microsoft : As the world shifts from passwords to passkeys, were excited to join the FIDO Alliance in leaving World Password Day behind to celebrate the very first World Passkey Day.
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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.
Zero Day
MAY 2, 2025
The Lorex 2K video doorbell ditches subscription fees thanks to local storage and gives you the flexibility of both wired and wireless setup options.
Security Boulevard
MAY 2, 2025
With the right cloud database architecture, you gain versatility as well as optimal security. The post The Cloud Illusion: Why Your Database Security Might Be at Risk appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Zero Day
MAY 2, 2025
The new Midjourney 7 is hands-down one of the best image-generation models currently available. Here's how to get the best results.
Penetration Testing
MAY 2, 2025
In 2020, Microsoft updated its Authenticator app to introduce password-saving and autofill capabilities, effectively transforming Microsoft Authenticator into The post Microsoft Authenticator to Drop Password Manager Features by August 2025 appeared first on Daily CyberSecurity.
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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.
Zero Day
MAY 2, 2025
The Blackview Mega 2 features a large screen, long battery life, and dependable performance, making it an excellent fit for those on a budget.
Security Boulevard
MAY 2, 2025
Sooner or later, its going to happen. AI systems will start acting as agents, doing things on our behalf with some degree of autonomy. I think its worth thinking about the security of that now, while its still a nascent idea. In 2019, I joined Inrupt, a company that is commercializing Tim Berners-Lees open protocol for distributed data ownership. We are working on a digital wallet that can make use of AI in this way.
Zero Day
MAY 2, 2025
Moft's Sit-Stand Laptop Desk is a portable solution that gives remote workers - whether on the go or tight on space - a flexible way to enjoy a standing desk setup.
Security Affairs
MAY 2, 2025
Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC) fined TikTok 530M for violating data rules by sending European user data to China. Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC) fined the popular video-sharing platform TikTok 530 million for violating data laws by transferring data belonging to European users to China. TikTok violated GDPR by transferring EEA user data to China and lacking transparency.
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.
Zero Day
MAY 2, 2025
Imagine AI agents finding and ordering products for you. With this latest Visa announcement, that future just got a little closer.
Penetration Testing
MAY 2, 2025
Following a court ruling that found Apple had willfully violated antitrust regulationsand the subsequent approval of Epic Games The post Apple Revises U.S. App Store Rules After Court Ruling in Epic Games Case appeared first on Daily CyberSecurity.
Zero Day
MAY 2, 2025
Moft's Sit-stand Laptop Desk is a portable laptop stand that allows traveling workers or at-home employees with limited space to have a modified standing desk experience.
Penetration Testing
MAY 2, 2025
Microsoft is currently encouraging users to transition from traditional passwords to more secure authentication methods, such as passkeys The post Microsoft Pushes Passwordless: New Accounts Default to Passkeys & MFA appeared first on Daily CyberSecurity.
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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.
Zero Day
MAY 2, 2025
Here's how I used AI to analyze my massive Kindle book collection - and the surprising mysteries it revealed.
Security Affairs
MAY 2, 2025
Microsoft announced that all new accounts will be “passwordless by default” to increase their level of security. Microsoft now makes all new accounts “passwordless by default,” enhancing protection against social engineering attacks, phishing, brute-force, and credential stuffing attacks. “As part of this simplified UX, were changing the default behavior for new accounts.
Zero Day
MAY 2, 2025
Google's NotebookLM mobile app listings are now live. Expect to hear more about them at I/O 2025 on May 20.
The Hacker News
MAY 2, 2025
Run by the team at workflow orchestration and AI platform Tines, the Tines library features pre-built workflows shared by security practitioners from across the community - all free to import and deploy through the platforms Community Edition.
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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.
Zero Day
MAY 2, 2025
These AI tools can summarize PDFs, tutor you, help with essay writing and math problems, and much more.
Security Affairs
MAY 2, 2025
U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) adds SonicWall SMA100 and Apache HTTP Server flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added Qualitia Active! Mail, Broadcom Brocade Fabric OS, and Commvault Web Server flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog.
Zero Day
MAY 2, 2025
Redis leadership asserts that the AGPLv3 license strikes the right balance between protecting the company's business interests and supporting the open-source community. We'll see if developers and customers agree.
Security Boulevard
MAY 2, 2025
The Treasury Department is moving to cut off Huione Group, a Cambodian conglomerate, from the U.S. financial system, saying the firm and its multiple entities laundered billions of dollars for North Korea's Lazarus Group and criminal gangs running pig-butchering scams from Southeast Asia. The post Treasury Moves to Ban Huione Group for Laundering $4 Billion appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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