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2023 Cybersecurity Awareness Month Appeal: Make Online Security Easier

Lohrman on Security

Surveys show that most Americans think online security is too hard, confusing and frustrating. So as we prepare for Cybersecurity Awareness Month in October, the goal is to make cybersecurity easy.

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Weekly Update 361

Troy Hunt

This week hasd been manic! Non-stop tickets related to the new HIBP domain subscription service, scrambling to support invoicing and resellers, struggling our way through some odd Stripe things and so on and so forth. It's all good stuff and there have been very few issues of note (and all of those have merely been people getting to grips with the new model), so all in all, it's happy days 😊 References Sponsored by: Unpatched devices keeping you up at night?

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Hybrid Post-Quantum Signatures in Hardware Security Keys

Elie

We introduce a hybrid digital signature scheme based on two building blocks: a classically-secure scheme, ECDSA, and a post-quantum secure one, Dilithium. Our hybrid scheme maintains the guarantees of each underlying building block even if the other one is broken, thus being resistant to classical and quantum attacks.

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Cybersecurity: CASB vs SASE

Security Affairs

Understanding cybersecurity aspects addressed by Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) and Secure Access Service Edge ( SASE ) In an increasingly digital world, where businesses rely on cloud services and remote access, cybersecurity has become paramount. As organizations strive to safeguard their data, applications, and networks, two prominent concepts have emerged as vital components of modern cybersecurity: Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) and Secure Access Service Edge ( SASE ).

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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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Google Chrome to warn when installed extensions are malware

Bleeping Computer

Google is testing a new feature in the Chrome browser that will warn users when an installed extension has been removed from the Chrome Web Store, usually indicative of it being malware. [.

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Four Juniper Junos OS flaws can be chained to remotely hack devices

Security Affairs

Juniper Networks addressed multiple flaws in the J-Web component of Junos OS that could be chained to achieve remote code execution. Juniper Networks has released an “out-of-cycle” security update to address four vulnerabilities in the J-Web component of Junos OS. The vulnerabilities could be chained to achieve remote code execution on vulnerable appliances.

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N. Korean Kimsuky APT targets S. Korea-US military exercises

Security Affairs

North Korea-linked APT Kimsuky launched a spear-phishing campaign targeting US contractors working at the war simulation centre. North Korea-linked APT group Kimsuky carried out a spear-phishing campaign against US contractors involved in a joint U.S.-South Korea military exercise. The news was reported by the South Korean police on Sunday, the law enforcement also added that the state-sponsored hackers did not steal any sensitive data.

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A week in security (August 14 - August 20)

Malwarebytes

Last week on Malwarebytes Labs: Attackers demand ransoms for stolen LinkedIn accounts Patch now! Citrix Sharefile joins the list of actively exploited file sharing software Exchange Server security updates updated Catching up with WoofLocker, the most elaborate traffic redirection scheme to tech support scams Citrix NetScalers backdoored in widespread exploitation campaign Discord.io confirms theft of 760,000 members' data Malvertisers up their game against researchers Beware malware posing as b

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Security Affairs newsletter Round 433 by Pierluigi Paganini – International edition

Security Affairs

A new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter arrived! Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free for you in your email box. Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press. Over 3,000 Android Malware spotted using unsupported/unknown compression methods to avoid detection WinRAR flaw enables remote code execution of arbitrary code #OpFukushima: Anonymous group protests against the plan to dump Fukushima RADIOACTIVE w

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Hands on with Windows 11's 'never combine' taskbar feature

Bleeping Computer

In its upcoming 23H2 release slated for fall, one of the standout features that has caught the eye of many is the 'never combine mode' for the taskbar. [.

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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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Google's New Feature Ensures Your Pixel Phone Hasn't Been Hacked. Here’s How It Works

WIRED Threat Level

Pixel Binary Transparency is the latest security benefit for Pixel owners.

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Cuba ransomware uses Veeam exploit against critical U.S. organizations

Bleeping Computer

The Cuba ransomware gang was observed in attacks targeting critical infrastructure organizations in the United States and IT firms in Latin America, using a combination of old and new tools. [.

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Hybrid Post-Quantum Signatures in Hardware Security Keys

Elie

We introduce a hybrid digital signature scheme based on two building blocks: a classically-secure scheme, ECDSA, and a post-quantum secure one, Dilithium. Our hybrid scheme maintains the guarantees of each underlying building block even if the other one is broken, thus being resistant to classical and quantum attacks.

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Ex-USSS CISO Explains Agencies' Struggle with Biden EO

Trend Micro

Ed Cabrera, former CISO of the US Secret Service and current Chief Cybersecurity Officer for Trend Micro, explains why Federal agencies are slow to comply with Biden's cybersecurity executive order.

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Zero Trust Mandate: The Realities, Requirements and Roadmap

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.