Schneier on Security
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Suspected members of a European car-theft ring have been arrested : The criminals targeted vehicles with keyless entry and start systems, exploiting the technology to get into the car and drive away. As a result of a coordinated action carried out on 10 October in the three countries involved, 31 suspects were arrested. A total of 22 locations were searched, and over EUR 1 098 500 in criminal assets seized.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 17, 2022
A slew of new Asana capabilities are geared toward enhancing reporting, decreasing duplicate cross-functional work and costs, and strengthening security. The post Asana launches enterprise-level workplace tools for prioritization and planning appeared first on TechRepublic.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
The Last Watchdog
OCTOBER 17, 2022
More and more consumers are using apps every year. In fact, Google Play users downloaded 111.3 billion apps in 2021 alone, up more than 47 percent since 2018. Related: Microsoft CEO calls for regulating facial recognition. This increased demand for apps also raises the need for improved data protection measures, which Google took steps to address with the new data safety section they launched in July 2022.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Hybrid cloud has become a popular computing model in recent times. Find out all you need to know, including its features, pros and cons. The post What is hybrid cloud? appeared first on TechRepublic.
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.
We Live Security
OCTOBER 17, 2022
What can schools, which all too often make easy prey for cybercriminals, do to bolster their defenses and keep threats at bay? The post 5 steps to protect your school from cyberattacks appeared first on WeLiveSecurity.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Gartner analysts outline the steps CIOs need to take to “revolutionize work” for the next stage of digital and detail how to power sustainability outcomes during a keynote address at the Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo Monday. The post Gartner: IT force multipliers for sustainable growth, cyber resiliency and responsible investment appeared first on TechRepublic.
Cyber Security Informer brings together the best content for cyber security professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
|
Security Affairs
OCTOBER 17, 2022
The IT infrastructure of the Japanese tech company Oomiya was infected with the LockBit 3.0 ransomware. One of the affiliates for the LockBit 3.0 RaaS hit the Japanese tech company Oomiya. Oomiya is focused on designing and manufacturing microelectronics and facility system equipment. The business of Omiya Kasei is divided into four major areas, manufacturing and designing chemical and industrial products, designing electronic materials, pharmaceutical development, and factory manufacturing.
Naked Security
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Third time unlucky. Time to put your patching boots on again.
Security Affairs
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Black Lotus is a new, powerful Windows UEFI rootkit advertised on underground criminal forums, researcher warns. Cybersecurity researcher Scott Scheferman reported that a new Windows UEFI rootkit, dubbed Black Lotus, is advertised on underground criminal forums. The powerful malware is offered for sale at $5,000, with $200 payments per new updates. The researcher warns that the availability of this rootkit in the threat landscape represents a serious threat for organizations due to its evasion a
Security Boulevard
OCTOBER 17, 2022
And nothing of value was lost. Again. The post $3 BILLION in DeFi Hacks in 2022—So Far appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Advertisement
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.
Security Affairs
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Government institutions in Bulgaria have been hit by a cyber attack during the weekend, experts believe it was launched by Russian threat actors. The infrastructure of government institutions in Bulgaria has been hit by a massive DDoS attack. The attack started on Saturday and experts believe that it was orchestrated by Russian threat actors. ??????????
Naked Security
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Is "pay a small fine and keep on trading" a sufficient penalty for letting a breach happen, impeding an investigation, and hiding the truth?
Security Affairs
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Australian retail giant Woolworths disclosed a data breach that impacted approximately 2.2 million MyDeal customers. Bad news for the customers of the MyDeal online marketplace, the Australian retail giant Woolworths disclosed a data breach that impacted approximately 2.2 million of them. As soon the company became aware of the security breach it blocked access to all affected systems. .
SecureList
OCTOBER 17, 2022
The Hacktivity 2022 security festival was held at the MOM Cultural Center in Budapest, Hungary, over two days, October 6-7 th 2022. One of several presentations by our GReAT researchers included an interesting set of APT activity targeting online casino development and operations environments in Southeast Asia. A recorded video of the presentation is already online.
Advertisement
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.
Security Affairs
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Interpol has announced the arrests of 75 individuals as part of a coordinated international operation against an organized cybercrime ring called Black Axe. Interpol arrested 75 individuals as part of a coordinated global operation, codenamed Operation Jackal, against the cybercrime ring Black Axe. The operation involved law enforcement bodies in 14 countries (Argentina, Australia, Côte d’Ivoire, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Malaysia, Nigeria, Spain, South Africa, the U.A.E, the U.K.,
CSO Magazine
OCTOBER 17, 2022
The role of the CISO has evolved, and so have the responsibilities. Some believe a CISO must have technical knowledge and experience as a cybersecurity professional, others think leadership skills such as being able to communicate with boards are what matters most. Ultimately, the hiring organisations will define what it needs in terms of cybersecurity to find the right person.
Heimadal Security
OCTOBER 17, 2022
A recent phishing attack that was intercepting Zoom users to get their Microsoft exchange credentials was unraveled. This email attack aimed at over 21,000 users targeting the National Healthcare Company and managed to bypass Microsoft Exchange Email Security (a mail and calendaring server used by millions of businesses around the world). How the Attack Works […].
SecureWorld News
OCTOBER 17, 2022
A low-cost Phishing-as-a-Service (PhaaS) platform that has an open registration process could allow just about anyone with email to become a cybercriminal. Known as "Caffeine," the platform provides an intuitive interface and "a multitude of features and tools to its criminal clients to orchestrate and automate core elements of their phishing campaigns," according to a blog post by Mandiant.
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.
Heimadal Security
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Threat actors are targeting exposed Remote Desktop services to encrypt windows devices using the new Venus Ransomware. Venus Ransomware began operating in the middle of August 2022 and has been used to encrypt victims’ machines since then. The threat actors gained access to a victim’s corporate network through the Windows Remote Desktop protocol. How Venus […].
Dark Reading
OCTOBER 17, 2022
There's nothing yet to suggest CVE-2022-42889 is the next Log4j. But proof-of-concept code is available, and interest appears to be ticking up.
CyberSecurity Insiders
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Ransomware attack on ‘Heilbronn Stimme’, the German newspaper, has halted the distribution of newspapers, including a 28-page epaper since Friday last week. Although the company tried to manage things by printing the missed-out edition via an emergency 6-page news theme, it did not publish any sensitive news as the blocks were already filled with obituaries and classifieds that were to be printed in the edition to be published on October 14th,2022.
Security Boulevard
OCTOBER 17, 2022
With software supply chain attacks ramping up — and presenting a very real new risk category for security teams and CISOs — software bills of materials (SBOMs) are getting the nod from both government and industry experts as a "no brainer.". The post SBOMs are a ‘no brainer’: 4 takeaways from MITRE’s software supply chain security summit appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Advertisement
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.
CSO Magazine
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Here is an old joke from my days as a consultant. A customer asked, “How can I be sure my computer is protected from viruses?” My admittedly sarcastic response was that they should disconnect it from the network. Unplugging devices from the network has never been a practical solution, then or now. The world relies on connectivity for business and pleasure — we deploy, buy, stream, and share using networks that comprise the Internet.
Security Boulevard
OCTOBER 17, 2022
More and more consumers are using apps every year. In fact, Google Play users downloaded 111.3 billion apps in 2021 alone, up more than 47 percent since 2018. Related: Microsoft CEO calls for regulating facial recognition. This increased demand for … (more…). The post GUEST ESSAY: A breakout of how Google, Facebook, Instagram enable third-party snooping appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Dark Reading
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Just 65 cybersecurity professionals are in the workforce for every 100 available jobs, new study shows.
The Hacker News
OCTOBER 17, 2022
New research has disclosed what's being called a security vulnerability in Microsoft 365 that could be exploited to infer message contents due to the use of a broken cryptographic algorithm. "The [Office 365 Message Encryption] messages are encrypted in insecure Electronic Codebook (ECB) mode of operation," Finnish cybersecurity company WithSecure said in a report published last week.
Advertisement
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.
eSecurity Planet
OCTOBER 17, 2022
NetSPI, a top penetration testing and vulnerability management company, recently announced a $410 million funding round, a huge amount in a year in which $100+ million rounds have become a rarity. The investor was KKR, one of the world’s largest alternative asset firms. KKR previously invested $90 million in NetSPI in May 2021, so NetSPI has demonstrated considerable traction since then.
The Hacker News
OCTOBER 17, 2022
The threat actors behind the Black Basta ransomware family have been observed using the Qakbot trojan to deploy the Brute Ratel C4 framework as a second-stage payload in recent attacks. The development marks the first time the nascent adversary simulation software is being delivered via a Qakbot infection, cybersecurity firm Trend Micro said in a technical analysis released last week.
Security Boulevard
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Using Code Sight and Rapid Scan Static, DevSecOps teams can identify vulnerabilities and fixes as they code without leaving the IDE. The post Real-time OWASP vulnerabilities as you code with Code Sight and Rapid Scan Static appeared first on Application Security Blog. The post Real-time OWASP vulnerabilities as you code with Code Sight and Rapid Scan Static appeared first on Security Boulevard.
CyberSecurity Insiders
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Smart Phones have now become a necessity in our day-to-day lives and so companies like Google, Huawei, Infinix, Samsung, Motorola, Nokia, RealMe Oppo, Tecno, Vivo, Xiaomi, OnePlus seem to flourish. Keeping aside devices used by individuals, let’s discuss a bit about those used in enterprise environments, where security and data privacy play a crucial role while using a handset.
Advertisement
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!
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
362 
Let's personalize your content