Krebs on Security
AUGUST 31, 2022
Last year, I posted a series of articles about a purported “breach” at Ubiquiti. My sole source for that reporting was the person who has since been indicted by federal prosecutors for his alleged wrongdoing – which includes providing false information to the press. As a result of the new information that has been provided to me, I no longer have faith in the veracity of my source or the information he provided to me.
Schneier on Security
AUGUST 31, 2022
This is a fun story, detailing the hack a group of high school students perpetrated against an Illinois school district, hacking 500 screens across a bunch of schools. During the process, the group broke into the school’s IT systems; repurposed software used to monitor students’ computers; discovered a new vulnerability (and reported it ); wrote their own scripts; secretly tested their system at night; and managed to avoid detection in the school’s network.
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Naked Security
AUGUST 31, 2022
Patch as soon as you can - that recent WebKit zero-day affecting new iPhones is apparently being used against older models, too.
CyberSecurity Insiders
AUGUST 31, 2022
In what seems to be a startling revelation made by Cybersecurity firm Proofpoint, China has been conducting espionage on Australian defense and energy servers for months, thus stealing intelligence and spying on the activities conducted by the officials. It was a well-planned attack conducted by a hacking group named Red Ladon, say experts from the security firm.
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.
eSecurity Planet
AUGUST 31, 2022
Vulnerability management systems based on the Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) v2 scoring system may be misguided, as a new report found that roughly half of the most critical vulnerabilities may be scored incorrectly. “Looking at the past 10 years, in the same midyear period, we see that on average, 51.5 percent of all known 10.0 scored vulnerabilities are unspecified,” Flashpoint noted in its mid-year 2022 Report. “This means organizations could be prioritizing hund
Threatpost
AUGUST 31, 2022
2.5 million people were affected, in a breach that could spell more trouble down the line.
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BH Consulting
AUGUST 31, 2022
Since the EU General Data Protection Regulation came into force in May 2018, there hasn’t yet been a way to prove compliance with it. Until now. Luxembourg’s GDPR-CARPA is the first officially recognised certification scheme to be adopted under the regulation. It’s surprising that such a significant development hasn’t received more attention, given the discourse around GDPR certification schemes.
Naked Security
AUGUST 31, 2022
24 existing bugs fixed. And, we hope, numerous potential future bugs prevented.
CyberSecurity Insiders
AUGUST 31, 2022
A few days ago, the IT Managed Services provider ‘Advanced’ suffered a ransomware attack that almost crippled the entire emergency network of NHS UK to the core. To keep going, the healthcare services provider resorted to the pen and paper services in order to bring the situation under control. But because of the disruption of the network of NHS 111, patient check-ins, medical notes and emergency services such as ambulance came to a severe halt, as many of such services were being managed with p
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 31, 2022
By verifying your users’ identities before they access your network, two-factor authentication protects your applications and data against unauthorized access. It works by requiring multiple factors to be confirmed before permitting access versus just an email and a password. Authentication factors can be something you know, like a password; something you have, like your device.
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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.
Cisco Security
AUGUST 31, 2022
Self-awareness goes a long way in determining your next professional steps. While job searching, it’s critical to identify how to leverage your transferable skills and network, while also evaluating what environmental factors of work and work culture matter to you most. Learn what it’s like to work at Cisco and the top 10 ways to suss out a workplace that suits your needs from leaders at Cisco Secure, Cisco Talos and Duo Security. 1.
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 31, 2022
Transportation and logistics companies are also implementing omnichannel marketing and engagement techniques to offer innovative services and improve customer experiences. Reducing the risk of these strategically important initiatives is essential to justifying the large capital and resource allocations that these projects require. Fortinet is committed to providing cybersecurity solutions for the transportation and logistics industry.
Heimadal Security
AUGUST 31, 2022
A new type of ransomware has been identified. Agenda is written in Go language (or Golang), a language more and more used by hackers because it’s stand-alone, integrating all the necessary libraries for running. The malware strain using the double extortion technique is targeting healthcare and education companies in Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, and […].
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 31, 2022
Cyberattacks in Australia continue to rise year after year. Over the 2020-21 financial year, Australia saw a 13% increase in reported cybercrime. This is the equivalent of a cyberattack being reported every 8 minutes, with self-reported losses from cybercrime totalling more than $33 billion. These facts are provided by the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC).
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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.
CSO Magazine
AUGUST 31, 2022
A group of over 90 women working in cybersecurity roles have formed The Forte Group, a non-profit organization for the education and advocacy of women in the cybersecurity industry. The voluntary group is headquartered in California but is offering a global membership. The group was formed informally earlier during the pandemic. Members would meet once a month to share their experiences, and also use their collective voice as a means for change.
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 31, 2022
Cyberattacks in Australia continue to rise year after year. Over the 2020-21 financial year, Australia saw a 13% increase in reported cybercrime. This is the equivalent of a cyberattack being reported every 8 minutes, with self-reported losses from cybercrime totalling more than $33 billion. These facts are provided by the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC).
PCI perspectives
AUGUST 31, 2022
Welcome to our podcast series, Coffee with the Council. I'm Alicia Malone, Senior Manager of Public Relations for the PCI Security Standards Council. Recently, our organization teamed up with the Consumer Technology Association to issue a joint bulletin on a very important topic, security surrounding the Internet of Things, or IoT. Joining me today for this episode are Andrew Jamieson, Vice President of Solution Standards at PCI Security Standards Council, and Mike Bergman, Vice President of Tec
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 31, 2022
In this webinar, you will learn: How passwordless authentication can benefit organizations of every size, not just enterprises The technical requirements for Duo’s Passwordless solution, and what use cases are (or aren’t!) supported What current preview customers are saying about Duo’s Passwordless solution, and tips you can use for when you try it yourself And.
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.
Security Affairs
AUGUST 31, 2022
Italian oil giant Eni was hit by a cyber attack, attackers compromised its computer networks, but the consequences appear to be minor. Italian oil giant company Eni disclosed a security breach, threat actors gained access to its network, but according to the company the intrusion had minor consequences because it was quickly detected. “The internal protection systems have detected unauthorized access to the corporate network in recent days,” a spokesperson for the company told Reuter
Dark Reading
AUGUST 31, 2022
While cloud breaches are going to happen, that doesn't mean we can't do anything about them. By better understanding cloud attacks, organizations can better prepare for them. (First of two parts.
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 31, 2022
Organizations continue to shift workloads to the cloud at a rapid pace to achieve faster time to market, increased responsiveness, and cost reductions. With the majority of organizations expected to have more than half their workloads in the cloud within the next 12-18 months, it is no surprise that cloud security continues to remain a. The post Fortinet Cloud Security Report appeared first on TechRepublic.
The Hacker News
AUGUST 31, 2022
Five imposter extensions for the Google Chrome web browser masquerading as Netflix viewers and others have been found to track users' browsing activity and profit of retail affiliate programs.
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SecureBlitz
AUGUST 31, 2022
Here, I will show you bad practices leading to cybersecurity breach… More businesses, government agencies, nonprofits, retailers, corporations, and small businesses operate online than ever before. In the meantime, hacker groups are forming all across the globe. Cyberattacks have become commonplace on the World Wide Web. Regardless if it is an iPhone, laptop, personal computer, […].
Dark Reading
AUGUST 31, 2022
New Golang cyberattacks use deep space images and a new obfuscator to target systems — undetected.
WIRED Threat Level
AUGUST 31, 2022
Prepaid phones are looking good as privacy worries peak.
Security Affairs
AUGUST 31, 2022
Researchers spotted 5 malicious Google Chrome extensions used to track users’ browsing activity and profit of retail affiliate programs. McAfee researchers discovered five malicious Google Chrome extensions with a total install base of over 1,400,000. The malicious Google Chrome extensions were masquerading as Netflix viewers, website coupons, and apps for taking screenshots of a website.
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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.
We Live Security
AUGUST 31, 2022
Do you have a plan for what will happen to your digital self when you pass away? Here’s how to put your digital affairs in order on Facebook, Google, Twitter and other major online services. The post How to take control over your digital legacy appeared first on WeLiveSecurity.
Security Affairs
AUGUST 31, 2022
Experts uncovered a cyber espionage campaign conducted by a China-linked APT group and aimed at several entities in the South China Sea. Proofpoint’s Threat Research Team uncovered a cyber espionage campaign targeting entities across the world that was orchestrated by a China-linked threat actor. The campaign aimed at entities in Australia, Malaysia, and Europe, as well as organizations that operate in the South China Sea.
Malwarebytes
AUGUST 31, 2022
Thanks to Thomas Reed for his expertise and guidance. This is it. After much hemming and hawing, you've finally given in and bought your child their first smartphone, which you plan to give to them before the school year starts. But before you give it to them, it's worth sitting them down to talk to them about things like what apps and sites they shouldn’t use or visit, what online behaviors to avoid engaging in, and what scams they need to look out for.
Dark Reading
AUGUST 31, 2022
But one issue that lets websites overwrite content on a user's system clipboard appears unfixed in the new Version 105 of Chrome.
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