Schneier on Security
JANUARY 20, 2023
From an article about Zheng Xiaoqing, an American convicted of spying for China: According to a Department of Justice (DOJ) indictment, the US citizen hid confidential files stolen from his employers in the binary code of a digital photograph of a sunset, which Mr Zheng then mailed to himself.
Tech Republic Security
JANUARY 20, 2023
This deal includes full licenses to Genie Timeline Pro 10 for three devices. The post Get lifetime access to this powerful backup tool for $59.99 appeared first on TechRepublic.
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Security Boulevard
JANUARY 20, 2023
The Un-carrier is In-secure, it seems. Un-believable. In-credibly in-competent. CEO Mike Sievert (pictured) might become un-CEO. The post T-Mobile’s SIXTH Breach in 5 years: 37M Users’ PII Leaks appeared first on Security Boulevard.
WIRED Threat Level
JANUARY 20, 2023
Research shows that relatively few people exist in perfectly sealed-off media bubbles—but they’re still having an outsize impact on US politics.
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
JANUARY 20, 2023
CyberArk researchers are warning that OpenAI’s popular new AI tool ChatGPT can be used to create polymorphic malware. “[ChatGPT]’s impressive features offer fast and intuitive code examples, which are incredibly beneficial for anyone in the software business,” CyberArk researchers Eran Shimony and Omer Tsarfati wrote this week in a blog post that was itself apparently written by AI. “However, we find that its ability to write sophisticated malware that holds no mali
Naked Security
JANUARY 20, 2023
Once more, it's time for Shakespeare's words: Once more unto the breach.
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Security Boulevard
JANUARY 20, 2023
I’m not sure what is less surprising, that a big company got hacked or that they are trying to play the victim. The headline is that T-Mobile acknowledged that data on roughly 37 million customers was stolen. The breach resulted from a “bad actor” abusing an API to gain access to the data. First, let’s. The post T-Mobile API Breach: Playing the Victim appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Bleeping Computer
JANUARY 20, 2023
Over 19,000 end-of-life Cisco VPN routers on the Internet are exposed to attacks targeting a remote command execution exploit chain. [.
Security Boulevard
JANUARY 20, 2023
Whether the project is a renovation, expansion or a new building, construction projects are typically time-consuming and expensive ventures. Active and ongoing construction projects are worth monitoring for security, accountability and liability. There are multiple ways that CCTV remote monitoring can benefit construction companies and property owners. 1.
CyberSecurity Insiders
JANUARY 20, 2023
T Mobile hack is back in news as the telecom company is accusing a hacker of fraudulently stealing customer data from its servers. Earlier, the company was targeted by a sophistication filled digital attack. But now, the company has made it official that it closed the access point for a hacker who was exploiting loads of info related to about 37 million customers, including those on prepaid and postpaid plans.
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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.
Security Boulevard
JANUARY 20, 2023
The average cost of data breaches rose to $4.35 million in 2022. To avoid a security breach, businesses need to rethink their approach to security, futureproofing their strategy against the modern threat climate. To improve your security strategy, you should consider the benefits of integrating access control and video security. There are three reasons access.
Dark Reading
JANUARY 20, 2023
Zendesk has alerted customers to a successful SMS phishing campaign that has exposed "service data," but details remain scarce.
Security Boulevard
JANUARY 20, 2023
Information stealing malware is commonly observed in the landscape of cyber attacks today. Zscaler ThreatLabz team has discovered many new types of stealer malware families across different attack campaigns. Recently, the Zscaler ThreatLabz research team has spotted a new information stealer named Album. This blog will walk through the malware distribution campaigns and technical details of Album Stealer.
The Hacker News
JANUARY 20, 2023
Threat actors associated with the Roaming Mantis attack campaign have been observed delivering an updated variant of their patent mobile malware known as Wroba to infiltrate Wi-Fi routers and undertake Domain Name System (DNS) hijacking. Kaspersky, which carried out an analysis of the malicious artifact, said the feature is designed to target specific Wi-Fi routers located in South Korea.
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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.
Security Boulevard
JANUARY 20, 2023
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is stepping up the pressure on telecom companies to immediately report breaches to law enforcement and consumers. Until now, telecoms have enjoyed a seven-day waiting period between discovering an intrusion and reporting it to users. In the nearly 15 years since the commission set reporting requirements, breaches have “increased in.
Graham Cluley
JANUARY 20, 2023
Wireless network operator T-Mobile has suffered yet another data breach. And we shouldn't be at all surprised if fraudsters use the information that they have stolen to send convincing phishing messages and scams.
Security Boulevard
JANUARY 20, 2023
As you look to grow your business, you’ll likely strive to implement marketing efforts to reach new customers, raise visibility Read More The post Are You Combining Your Online and Offline Marketing Efforts? appeared first on Kaseya. The post Are You Combining Your Online and Offline Marketing Efforts? appeared first on Security Boulevard.
The Hacker News
JANUARY 20, 2023
The Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) on Thursday imposed fresh fines of €5.5 million against Meta's WhatsApp for violating data protection laws when processing users' personal information.
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.
Identity IQ
JANUARY 20, 2023
Should You Pay Your Credit Card Statement Balance or Current Balance? IdentityIQ Have you ever looked at your bank statement and wondered, what’s the difference between your statement balance and your current balance? Don’t worry. You’re not alone! In this blog, we’re breaking down the differences between a statement balance and a current balance.
The Hacker News
JANUARY 20, 2023
The Russian state-sponsored cyber espionage group known as Gamaredon has continued its digital onslaught against Ukraine, with recent attacks leveraging the popular messaging app Telegram to strike military and law enforcement sectors in the country.
Heimadal Security
JANUARY 20, 2023
T-Mobile announced a new data breach after a threat actor used one of its Application Programming Interfaces to steal personal data from 37 million active postpaid and prepaid customer accounts (APIs). 37 Million Accounts Impacted On Thursday, the telecommunication giant T-Mobile revealed that it detected malicious activity on January 5, 2023. The attacker started stealing […] The post T-Mobile API Data Breach Affects 37 Million Customers appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.
Identity IQ
JANUARY 20, 2023
Credit Score Ranges: Is Your Score Considered Excellent, Poor, or In Between? IdentityIQ With good credit scores come significant financial advantages. This includes better loan options, lower interest, and more negotiating power. Yet, many people are unsure of precisely what constitutes a “good” credit score. This blog will review credit score ranges and factors that could impact your credit scores.
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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
JANUARY 20, 2023
Pro-Russian hacktivist group Genesis Day claims to have breached Samsung’s internal servers over South Korea’s collaboration with NATO. The attackers posted an ad on a popular hacking forum, claiming they found their way into Samsung’s internal FTP service. Because South Korea has recently strengthened its cooperation with NATO and targeted other countries.
Dark Reading
JANUARY 20, 2023
Serious security flaws go unpatched, and ransomware attacks increase against manufacturers.
Bleeping Computer
JANUARY 20, 2023
Two vulnerabilities in the Galaxy App Store, Samsung's official repository for its devices, could enable attackers to install any app in the Galaxy Store without the user's knowledge or to direct victims to a malicious web location. [.
Dark Reading
JANUARY 20, 2023
Head off account takeover attacks by being proactive about IoT security. Start with designing and building better security protocols into IoT devices, always change weak default configurations, and regularly apply patches to ensure that IoT devices are secure.
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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.
WIRED Threat Level
JANUARY 20, 2023
New research from Cloudflare shows that connectivity disruptions are becoming a problem around the globe, pointing toward a troubling new normal.
Heimadal Security
JANUARY 20, 2023
Brute force attacks are a persistent security threat that has evolved over the years as technology advances. In this article, we’ll explore what a brute force attack is, its modus operandi and variants, and what prevention strategies you can use to protect your data. What Is a Brute Force Attack? A brute force attack is […] The post What Is a Brute Force Attack?
Security Affairs
JANUARY 20, 2023
An alleged Chinese threat actor was observed exploiting the recently patched CVE-2022-42475 vulnerability in FortiOS SSL-VPN. Researchers from Mandiant reported that suspected Chinese threat actors exploited the recently patched CVE-2022-42475 vulnerability in FortiOS SSL-VPN as a zero-day. According to the security firm, the vulnerability was exploited in attacks against a series of targets, including a European government entity and a managed service provider located in Africa.
Malwarebytes
JANUARY 20, 2023
Card fraud, a staple diet of scammers online, is currently featuring heavily on the US Department of Justice portal. The reason? A story which has rumbled on for a few years finally seems to be pulling into its final destination, as a man admits his role in a slice of fraud which impacted thousands of people across the US. A timeline of credit card fraud Back in 2019, three people alleged to be part of a “nationwide stolen credit card ring” were arrested in January of that same year.
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