Lohrman on Security
APRIL 25, 2021
As we emerge from the worst pandemic in a century, many public- and private-sector employees and employers are reassessing their options within technology and cybersecurity roles.
Bleeping Computer
APRIL 25, 2021
Emotet, one of the most dangerous email spam botnets in recent history, is being uninstalled today from all infected devices with the help of a malware module delivered in January by law enforcement. [.].
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Security Boulevard
APRIL 25, 2021
Image Credit: Souce: Wikipedia. Saddened by news of the death of Dan Kaminsky , a member of the ICANN Trusted Community Representatives group (Recovery Key Holder) for DNSSEC Root, and Chief Scientist of White Ops. Dan's work was typically behind the scenes, he became well known in the security community with his discovery of the highly pernicious DNS Cache Poisoning Flaw and at CERT (and, of course, the fix thereto).
Bleeping Computer
APRIL 25, 2021
Emotet, one of the most dangerous email spam botnets in recent history, is being uninstalled today from all infected devices with the help of a malware module delivered in January by law enforcement. [.].
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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 Affairs
APRIL 25, 2021
Threat actors are exploiting two flaws in the popular file-sharing server FileZen to steal sensitive data from businesses and government organizations. Threat actors are exploiting two vulnerabilities in the popular file-sharing server FileZen , tracked as CVE-2020-5639 and CVE-2021-20655 , to steal sensitive data from businesses and government organizations.
Bleeping Computer
APRIL 25, 2021
The Windows 10 package manager is getting some new and exciting features that allow you to manage any installed applications directly from the command line. [.].
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Bleeping Computer
APRIL 25, 2021
A threat actor has leaked approximately 20 million BigBasket user records containing personal information and hashed passwords on a popular hacking forum. [.].
CyberSecurity Insiders
APRIL 25, 2021
Cybersecurity firm Sophos has come up with a solution that promises to put an end to TLS based cyber attacks. Its XGS Series Firewall appliance does a Transport Layer Security (TLS) inspection that is 5 times faster than what the other models offer. Thus, it helps in thwarting cyber attacks by offering unmatched detection and protection capabilities at high speeds.
Security Affairs
APRIL 25, 2021
The software company Click Studios was the victim of a supply chain attack, hackers compromised its Passwordstate password management application. Another supply chain attack made the headlines, the Australian software company Click Studios informed its customers of the security breach that impacted its Passwordstate password management application.
CyberSecurity Insiders
APRIL 25, 2021
This post was originally published by (ISC)² Management. As a security practitioner, how often have you heard the refrain from your colleagues that one of the security protocols that were so carefully thought-out and expertly implemented are just too difficult to deal with? Perhaps you have sighed when you had to adhere to your own security protocol?
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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.
Security Boulevard
APRIL 25, 2021
The security world was rocked this weekend when word came out that one of the best of us, Dan Kaminsky passed away. Dan was only 42 years old. To say way too soon, doesn’t even come close here. No cause of his demise has been released. Frankly, speculating about it doesn’t do any of us. The post Take A Moment To Hug Your Friends & Family, RIP Dan Kaminsky appeared first on Security Boulevard.
WIRED Threat Level
APRIL 25, 2021
Recent spying attacks against Pulse Secure VPN are just the latest example of a long-simmering cybersecurity meltdown.
Security Boulevard
APRIL 25, 2021
Emotet’s seven-year reign of terror will come to an end Sunday, April 25, 2021 – at least in theory, when law enforcement completes a scheduled mass uninstallation of its infrastructure. A ‘scheduled uninstallation.’ Talk about going out with a whimper – that almost seems like an anticlimactic ending for the malware that security pros like.
CyberSecurity Insiders
APRIL 25, 2021
This post was originally published by (ISC)² Management. With cyber attacks against financial and banking institutions now a daily occurrence, cyber threats have become the biggest risk to the global financial system, according to Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. Read more here: [link]. Photo: rt3thinktank.com. The post CYBER THREATS: THE FINANCIAL SYSTEM’S TOP RISK appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.
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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.
Security Affairs
APRIL 25, 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. A member of the FIN7 group was sentenced to 10 years in prison Is BazarLoader malware linked to Trickbot operators? Monero Cryptocurrency campaign exploits ProxyLogon flaws Codecov was a victim of a supply chain attack Crooks made more than $560K with a simple clipboard hijacker Experts demonstrated how to hack a utility and take over a smart m
Security Boulevard
APRIL 25, 2021
Speakers: Peggy Valcke, Friederike Reinhold, Oreste Pollicino, Alexandra Geese. Our sincere thanks to CPDP 2021 - Computers, Privacy & Data Protection Conference for publishing their well-crafted videos on the organization's YouTube channel. Enjoy! Permalink. The post CPDP 2021 – Moderator: Merve Hickok ‘Ai Regulation In Europe & Fundamental Rights’ appeared first on Security Boulevard.
CyberSecurity Insiders
APRIL 25, 2021
This post was originally published by (ISC)² Management. Last year taught us a valuable lesson: Always be prepared for the unknown. In a cybersecurity context, fostering resilience requires thinking of all possible scenarios – even if they seem implausible – and seeking solutions that can really work. Read more here: [link]. Photo: marketbusinessnews.com.
Security Boulevard
APRIL 25, 2021
Speakers: Joe Jones, Florence Raynal, Ralf Sauer, Peter Swire. Our sincere thanks to CPDP 2021 - Computers, Privacy & Data Protection Conference for publishing their well-crafted videos on the organization's YouTube channel. Enjoy! Permalink. The post CPDP 2021 – Moderator: Théodore Christakis ‘Government Access To Data After Schrems Ii, Brexit And The Cloud Act’ appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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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.
CyberSecurity Insiders
APRIL 25, 2021
European Commission (EC) is planning to devise a new framework that regularized the usage of AI based Facial Recognition technology that all technology based providers need to comply with. The much awaited legislation that has been pending on the table for approval may see a light by this year end as it still needs to go through the audit frame work and certification scheme that World Economic Forum has proposed.
Security Boulevard
APRIL 25, 2021
Instagram is rolling out new features to help block spam and abusive messages, Apple releases iOS 14.5 to restrict tracking by advertisers, and a discussion about why people continue to choose terrible passwords. ** Links mentioned on the show ** Instagram debuts new tool to stop abusive message salvos made through new accounts [link] Apple […]. The post Instagram Anti-Abuse Tool, Apple Advertiser Restrictions, Terrible Passwords appeared first on The Shared Security Show.
Security Boulevard
APRIL 25, 2021
via the respected information security capabilities of Robert M. Lee & the superlative illustration talents of Jeff Haas at Little Bobby Comics. Permalink. The post Robert M. Lee’s & Jeff Haas’ Little Bobby Comics – ‘WEEK 326’ appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Security Boulevard
APRIL 25, 2021
In December 2020, the world discovered that the SolarWinds’ Orion Platform had been compromised by cybercriminals, potentially affecting thousands of businesses the world over. Security groups such as the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) provided advice and guidance to security teams and IT companies on what actions they should take to minimize the impact on […]… Read More.
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The losses companies suffered in 2023 ransomware attacks increased by 74% compared to those of the previous year, according to new data from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The true figure is likely to be even higher, though, as many identity theft and phishing attacks go unreported. Ransomware attackers can potentially paralyze not just private sector organizations but also healthcare facilities, schools, and entire police departments.
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