Lohrman on Security
JUNE 6, 2021
Maria Thompson’s last day as North Carolina’s chief risk officer was June 4, 2021. In this interview, she shares her team’s cyber journey, along with helpful insights for others to benefit from.
Bleeping Computer
JUNE 6, 2021
Amazon will be launching the Amazon Sidewalk service on Tuesday that automatically opts-in your Echo and Ring devices into a new feature that shares your Internet with your neighbors. Here's more about this new feature and how to opt-out of sharing your bandwidth with other Amazon devices. [.].
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Security Affairs
JUNE 6, 2021
The REvil ransomware operators said in an interview on the “Russian OSINT” Telegram channel that they accidentally targeted United States-based firms. The recent attack against JBS Foods conducted by REvil ransomware gang (aka Sodinokibi) triggered the response of US authorities, US DoJ announced its decision to equate investigations into ransomware attacks with investigations into terrorism in the wake of the recent hacks.
Bleeping Computer
JUNE 6, 2021
The new PayloadBIN ransomware has been attributed to the Evil Corp cybercrime gang, rebranding to evade sanctions imposed by the US Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). [.].
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How many people would you trust with your house keys? Chances are, you have a handful of trusted friends and family members who have an emergency copy, but you definitely wouldn’t hand those out too freely. You have stuff that’s worth protecting—and the more people that have access to your belongings, the higher the odds that something will go missing.
Security Boulevard
JUNE 6, 2021
“… these men came here – British and our Allies, and Americans – to storm these beaches for one purpose only, not to gain anything for ourselves, not to fulfill any ambitions that America had for conquest, but just to preserve freedom. Many thousands of men have died for such ideals as these. but these young boys. were cut off in their prime. I devoutly hope that we will never again have to see such scenes as these.
Bleeping Computer
JUNE 6, 2021
This week, security researchers have steered attention towards an interesting finding while using Signal apps across multiple platforms. When you or your contact reinstall the Signal app or switch over to a new device, the Signal safety number between you two does not always change. [.].
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Bleeping Computer
JUNE 6, 2021
Google, Microsoft, Apple, and Mozilla have launched the WebExtensions Community Group (WECG) to collaborate on standardizing browser extensions to enhance both security and performance. [.].
CyberSecurity Insiders
JUNE 6, 2021
Android users, especially those using high-end phones manufactured by Google, Samsung, LG, Xiaomi, OnePlus, and Samsung you better be aware of this intense cyber threat. . Security researchers from Counterpoint Research have discovered a vulnerability in Qualcomm Chips being operated in some of the high-end smart phones that when exploited could lead to malware attacks and data steal. .
Bleeping Computer
JUNE 6, 2021
For Windows, we've got an almost limitless number of tools and open-source programs to customize the appearance of the desktop. In this article, we're going to share a list of open-source and free tools to customize the desktop, taskbar, and more [.].
Security Boulevard
JUNE 6, 2021
Is Amazon Sidewalk the latest threat to our privacy? Also, what’s the big deal about NFTs, and why mining cryptocurrency through your anti-virus software is a horrible idea. ** Links mentioned on the show ** What Does Amazon Sidewalk Mean for Your Privacy? [link] [link] Token Resistance: Tackling the New NFT Threat Landscape [link] A […]. The post Amazon Sidewalk, NFTs and Cybersecurity, Norton 360 Cryptocurrency Mining appeared first on The Shared Security Show.
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In a recent study, IDC found that 64% of organizations said they were already using open source in software development with a further 25% planning to in the next year. Most organizations are unaware of just how much open-source code is used and underestimate their dependency on it. As enterprises grow the use of open-source software, they face a new challenge: understanding the scope of open-source software that's being used throughout the organization and the corresponding exposure.
CyberSecurity Insiders
JUNE 6, 2021
The hospitality and travel industries are slowly starting to stir back into life following the challenging year they faced as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Hotels, resorts and casinos are preparing to welcome back tourists by ensuring they can offer visitors a pleasant stay while adhering to health and safety regulations. This includes putting in place processes and procedures to reduce COVID-19 transmission risk to staff and guests in the short term.
Security Boulevard
JUNE 6, 2021
One of the oldest clichés in security is “security is a journey, not a destination.” It is clear that, when it comes to defending ourselves and the enterprise, we never reach the end. There is always going to be a new challenge. Life is that way. We are always moving. One theme associated with life’s. The post The Cybersecurity Hero’s Journey is Ours appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Security Affairs
JUNE 6, 2021
A new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter arrived! Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs free for you in your email box. If you want to also receive for free the international press subscribe here. Facefish Backdoor delivers rootkits to Linux x64 systems Interpol has intercepted $83 million from financial cyber crimes These 2 attacks allow to alter certified PDF Documents COVID-19 – Phishing attacks target employees that come back to the office Denmark intel hel
Security Boulevard
JUNE 6, 2021
Ten to fifteen years ago, a company having FPC (full packet capture) was an indicator of the seriousness of the company's information security efforts. Having trained analysts that could use those packets to analyze alerts from NSM devices was an even better indicator. . Today, the network landscape has changed to the point of having little similarity to a decade ago.
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Within the past few years, ransomware attacks have turned to critical infrastructure, healthcare, and government entities. Attackers have taken advantage of the rapid shift to remote work and new technologies. Add to that hacktivism due to global conflicts and U.S. elections, and an increased focus on AI, and you have the perfect recipe for a knotty and turbulent 2024.
Trend Micro
JUNE 6, 2021
One year into the pandemic, our team at Trend Micro discussed the lasting impact that Covid-19 will have on people’s way of life and what a post-pandemic “new normal” might look like.
CyberSecurity Insiders
JUNE 6, 2021
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, hotels offering quarantine have been indispensable tools for governments across the world. With many countries opting to use track and trace systems to curb the spread of the virus, the identity information of international travellers captured by these hotels has been crucial in ensuring the success of these systems.
Security Affairs
JUNE 6, 2021
Check Point Research (CPR) said that the Chinese APT group SharpPanda spent three years developing a new backdoor to spy on Asian governments. . Researchers from Check Point Research (CPR) discovered a new backdoor while investigating a cyber espionage campaign conducted by Chinese APT group SharpPanda and aimed at Southeast Asian government’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
CyberSecurity Insiders
JUNE 6, 2021
Joe Biden-led United States has decided to treat Ransomware spread on par with Terrorism and is urging victims not to pay any ransom to hackers. In a Media briefing issued to Reuters, Jennifer Granholm, the US Energy Secretary stated that all federal units will now be put on high alert against any kind of file-encrypting malware attacks. Jennifer reiterated a fact that private and public entities in North America are operating under the pressure of bolstering up their defense against cyber attac
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The healthcare industry has massively adopted web tracking tools, including pixels and trackers. Tracking tools on user-authenticated and unauthenticated web pages can access personal health information (PHI) such as IP addresses, medical record numbers, home and email addresses, appointment dates, or other info provided by users on pages and thus can violate HIPAA Rules that govern the Use of Online Tracking Technologies by HIPAA Covered Entities and Business Associates.
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