Schneier on Security
JULY 10, 2023
In my latest book, A Hacker’s Mind , I wrote about hacks as loophole exploiting. This is a great example: The Wisconsin governor used his line-item veto powers—supposedly unique in their specificity—to change a one-year funding increase into a 400-year funding increase. He took this wording: Section 402. 121.905 (3) (c) 9. of the statues is created to read: 121.903 (3) (c) 9.
The Last Watchdog
JULY 10, 2023
To tap the full potential of massively interconnected, fully interoperable digital systems we must solve privacy and cybersecurity, to be sure. Related: Using ‘Big Data’ to improve health and well-being But there’s yet another towering technology mountain to climb: we must also overcome the limitations of Moore’s Law. After 30 years, we’ve reached the end of Moore’s Law , which states that the number of transistors on a silicon-based semiconductor chip doubles approximately eve
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Tech Republic Security
JULY 10, 2023
Jack Wallen shows you how to make SSH connections even easier from your macOS machine. The post How to Use an SSH Config File on macOS for Easier Connections to Your Data Center Servers appeared first on TechRepublic.
The Last Watchdog
JULY 10, 2023
Aachen, Germany, July 10, 2023 – Utimaco , a leading global provider of IT security solutions that is celebrating its 40th year pioneering trusted cybersecurity and compliance solutions and services to customers across the globe, has released a new whitepaper, ‘ Circles of Trust 2023: Exploring Consumer Trust in the Digital Society ’, that takes a deep look at how consumers view trust in an increasingly digital world.
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.
Tech Republic Security
JULY 10, 2023
Which VPN works best on iPhones? Use our guide to compare the pricing and features of the 6 best VPNs for iPhone. The post 6 Best VPNs for iPhone in 2023 appeared first on TechRepublic.
Dark Reading
JULY 10, 2023
An attack involves a multi-stage infection chain with custom malware hosted on Amazon EC2 that ultimately steals critical system and browser data; so far, targets have been located in Latin America.
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Bleeping Computer
JULY 10, 2023
Apple has issued a new round of Rapid Security Response (RSR) updates to address a new zero-day bug exploited in attacks and impacting fully-patched iPhones, Macs, and iPads. [.
Naked Security
JULY 10, 2023
Don’t delay, do it today. This is a code-implantation bug in WebKit that attackers already know how to exploit.
Dark Reading
JULY 10, 2023
A consumer finance journalist and television personality took to Twitter to warn his followers about advertisements using his name and face to scam victims.
Security Boulevard
JULY 10, 2023
In a world where cyber risks lurk in the dark shadows of our networks, one thing is crystal clear. You need a cybersecurity risk management strategy in place to better understand your risk exposure. While few will question the importance of risk management in cybersecurity, the challenge lies in figuring out what those important first […] The post Crafting a Successful Cybersecurity Risk Management Strategy appeared first on Centraleyes.
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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.
Heimadal Security
JULY 10, 2023
TOITOIN is a new Windows-based banking trojan active since 2023. The malware targets businesses operating in Latin America (LATAM), researchers at Zscaler say, employing a multi-stage infection chain and custom-made modules. These modules are custom designed to carry out malicious activities, such as injecting harmful code into remote processes, circumventing User Account Control via COM […] The post A New Banking Trojan on the Rise: TOITOIN Banking Trojan appeared first on Heimdal Securit
Security Boulevard
JULY 10, 2023
Advanced endpoint protection, often referred to as AEP, is a comprehensive cybersecurity solution designed to protect an organization’s endpoints, such as desktops, laptops and mobile devices, from various types of cybersecurity threats. This includes malware, ransomware protection, phishing attacks and more. AEP goes beyond traditional antivirus software by using artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and.
IT Security Guru
JULY 10, 2023
I don’t typically like awards; let’s be honest, more often than not, they’re pay to play – and most of us see them for what they are! It begs the question; how come we ended up running an award that literally makes no money and takes a huge amount of time to organise for the heroes that work for me – Beth Smith and Nicole Sigrist? It’s because there have never been any awards for the real people; the ones teaching, the mentors, those doing the seemingly boring stuff like compliance or infr
Security Boulevard
JULY 10, 2023
One of the more difficult tasks for a cybersecurity professional—from the CISO to the person responsible for log management in the SOC—is to convey the importance of security, compliance and governance to those within the company who aren’t cybersecurity professionals. The biggest problem comes at the board level, according to David Ellis, SecureIQLab’s VP of.
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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.
Bleeping Computer
JULY 10, 2023
VMware warned customers today that exploit code is now available for a critical vulnerability in the VMware Aria Operations for Logs analysis tool, which helps admins manage terabytes worth of app and infrastructure logs in large-scale environments. [.
The Hacker News
JULY 10, 2023
Mozilla has announced that some add-ons may be blocked from running on certain sites as part of a new feature called Quarantined Domains. "We have introduced a new back-end feature to only allow some extensions monitored by Mozilla to run on specific websites for various reasons, including security concerns," the company said in its Release Notes for Firefox 115.0 released last week.
WIRED Threat Level
JULY 10, 2023
Cities across the US have established RTCCs that police say protect the rights of innocent people, but critics warn of creeping surveillance.
Malwarebytes
JULY 10, 2023
Multiple apps have been removed from the App Store in India after a large helping of unethical behaviour was aimed at their users. TechCrunch reports that “Pocket Kash, White Kash, Golden Kash, and OK Rupee” among others were taken down after getting close to the top 20 finance app listing spots. The reason? These finance apps came with dubious charges and a chilling line in blackmail and threatening behaviour.
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.
Veracode Security
JULY 10, 2023
Software security vendors are applying Generative AI to systems that suggest or apply remediations for software vulnerabilities. This tech is giving security teams the first realistic options for managing security debt at scale while showing developers the future they were promised; where work is targeted at creating user value instead of looping back to old code that generates new work.
Malwarebytes
JULY 10, 2023
Apple has issued an update for a vulnerability which it says may have been actively exploited. In the security content for Safari 16.5.2 we can learn that the vulnerability was found in the WebKit component which is Apple’s web rendering engine. In other words, WebKit is the browser engine that powers Safari and other apps. On iOS and iPadOS even third-party browsers have to use WebKit under the hood.
Security Affairs
JULY 10, 2023
Threat actors are targeting NATO and groups supporting Ukraine in a spear-phishing campaign distributing the RomCom RAT. On July 4, the BlackBerry Threat Research and Intelligence team uncovered a spear phishing campaign aimed at an organization supporting Ukraine abroad. The researchers discovered two lure documents submitted from an IP address in Hungary, both targeting upcoming NATO Summit guests who are providing support to Ukraine.
Security Boulevard
JULY 10, 2023
Ensuring secure online access and transactions is critical in today's digital business environment. Enterprise businesses must implement the right technologies and procedures to build trust and protect their data. The good news is that you don't have to reinvent the wheel. Public key infrastructure (PKI) offers a globally accepted standard for implementing various security protocols and authentication mechanisms.
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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.
Heimadal Security
JULY 10, 2023
A new ransomware strain emerged: Big Head uses fake Windows updates and Microsoft Word installers to spread. Researchers analyzed three samples to establish the infection vector and how the malware executes. Although the variants may differ, they originate from the same threat actor, and this ransomware is still a work in progress, aiming to optimize […] The post New Ransomware Strain Discovered: Big Head appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.
SecureBlitz
JULY 10, 2023
Here, I will talk about integrating private equity deal tracking software into your investment workflow. The private equity sector’s dynamics are increasingly complex, with multifaceted deal structures, rising competition, and a perpetually changing regulatory environment. To maintain an edge in this competitive landscape, it is vital for investors to harness the power of advanced technological […] The post Integrating Private Equity Deal Tracking Software Into Your Investment Workfl
Heimadal Security
JULY 10, 2023
DNS rebinding compromises the way domain names are resolved and is a technique threat actors use in cyberattacks. In this type of DNS attack, a malicious website directs users to launch a client-side script that will attack other devices in the network. Browsers usually try to prevent that by enabling a same-origin policy that is […] The post What Is a DNS Rebinding Attack?
The Hacker News
JULY 10, 2023
Businesses operating in the Latin American (LATAM) region are the target of a new Windows-based banking trojan called TOITOIN since May 2023. "This sophisticated campaign employs a trojan that follows a multi-staged infection chain, utilizing specially crafted modules throughout each stage," Zscaler researchers Niraj Shivtarkar and Preet Kamal said in a report published last week.
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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.
Malwarebytes
JULY 10, 2023
One of Twitter’s big rivals, Mastodon, recently finished fixing four issues which (in the worst case) allowed for the creation of files on the instance’s server. Mastodon, whose main selling point is lots of separate communities living on different servers yet still able to communicate, was notified of the flaws by auditors from a penetration testing company.
Bleeping Computer
JULY 10, 2023
Gaming gear company Razer reacted to recent rumors of a massive data breach with a short statement on Twitter, letting users know that they started an investigation into the matter. [.
Dark Reading
JULY 10, 2023
The public working group will develop guidance around the special risks of AI technologies that generate content.
The Hacker News
JULY 10, 2023
Brick-and-mortar retailers and e-commerce sellers may be locked in a fierce battle for market share, but one area both can agree on is the need to secure their SaaS stack. From communications tools to order management and fulfillment systems, much of today's critical retail software lives in SaaS apps in the cloud.
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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!
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