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7 Benefits of Using AI for Cybersecurity

Security Boulevard

The cyberattack space is massive and has continued to evolve rapidly. For that reason, cybersecurity has become an integral part of every business plan. With the increase in cybercrime, there’s no denying that organizations need more than just human intervention to mitigate risks. Due to these challenges, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity are becoming the main […].

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A DDoS attack took down Finnish govt sites as Ukraine’s President addresses MPs

Security Affairs

A massive DDoS attack took down Finnish government websites while Ukrainian President Zelenskyy addressed Finland’s members of parliament (MPs). On April 8, a denial-of-service attack took down the websites of the Finnish ministries of Defense and Foreign Affairs. The attack started at about noon, while Ukrainian President Zelenskyy addressed Finland’s members of parliament (MPs).

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Microsoft: Windows Autopatch steals the 'fun' from Patch Tuesdays

Bleeping Computer

Microsoft announced that Windows Autopatch, a service designed to automatically keep Windows and Office software up to date, will be released in July 2022. [.].

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SharkBot Banking Trojan spreads through fake AV apps on Google Play

Security Affairs

Experts discovered malicious Android apps on the Google Play Store masqueraded as antivirus solutions spreading the SharkBot Trojan. Researchers from the Check Point Research (CPR) team discovered several malicious Android apps on the official Google Play Store masqueraded as antivirus solutions that were used to deliver the SharkBot banking Trojan.

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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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New Android banking malware remotely takes control of your device

Bleeping Computer

A new Android banking malware named Octo has appeared in the wild, featuring remote access capabilities that allow malicious operators to perform on-device fraud. [.].

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China-linked threat actors target Indian Power Grid organizations

Security Affairs

China-linked threat actors continue to target Indian power grid organizations, most of the attacks involved the ShadowPad backdoor. Recorded Future’s Insikt Group researchers uncovered a campaign conducted by a China-linked threat actor targeting Indian power grid organizations. The security firm is tracking this cluster of malicious activities under the moniker Threat Activity Group 38 aka TAG-38.

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A Mirai-based botnet is exploiting the Spring4Shell vulnerability?

Security Affairs

Experts warn of a Mirai-based botnet exploiting the recently discovered Spring4Shell vulnerability in attacks in the wild. Trend Micro Threat Research reported that the recently discovered Spring4Shell vulnerability ( CVE-2022-22965 ) is actively exploited by a Mirai-based botnet. Researchers from Chinese cybersecurity firm Qihoo 360 first reported the exploitation of the Spring4Shell by a Mirai-based botnet in early April. “After March 30, we started to see more attempts such as various w

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Hackers use Conti's leaked ransomware to attack Russian companies

Bleeping Computer

A hacking group used the Conti's leaked ransomware source code to create their own ransomware to use in cyberattacks against Russian organizations. [.].

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Purdue University’s CERIAS 2022 Security Seminars – United States Naval War College’s Dr. Chris C. Demchak’s ‘Robust Collective Cyber Power Across Consolidated Democracies’

Security Boulevard

Our thanks to Purdue University’s The Center for Education and Research in Information Assurance and Security (CERIAS) for publishing their outstanding security seminars, symposiums, talks, and presentations on the Schools’ YouTube channel. Permalink. The post Purdue University’s CERIAS 2022 Security Seminars – United States Naval War College’s Dr.

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Purdue University’s CERIAS 2022 Security Seminars – Alyssa Miller’s ‘Threat Modeling In The World of DevOps’

Security Boulevard

Our thanks to Purdue University’s The Center for Education and Research in Information Assurance and Security (CERIAS) for publishing their outstanding security seminars, symposiums, talks, and presentations on the Schools’ YouTube channel. Permalink. The post Purdue University’s CERIAS 2022 Security Seminars – Alyssa Miller’s ‘Threat Modeling In The World of DevOps’ appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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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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Joy Of Tech® ‘Musk Mounts Twitter’

Security Boulevard

via the Comic Noggins of Nitrozac and Snaggy at The Joy of Tech® ! Permalink. The post Joy Of Tech® ‘Musk Mounts Twitter’ appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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