Lohrman on Security
AUGUST 29, 2021
From cryptocurrency thefts to hacking bank accounts, SIM swapping is a growing threat online. Here are relevant definitions, real-world examples and tips to help stop cyber criminals.
Security Boulevard
AUGUST 29, 2021
When it comes to online behaviors, women are far safer than men, according to a wide-ranging survey from SecurityAdvisor. Despite the fact that women made up 42% of the sample data, they account for 48% of the top safe users and only 26% of risky users. Men, on the other hand, account for 74% of. The post Men, Executives Pose Higher Cybersecurity Risk appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Security Affairs
AUGUST 29, 2021
So far, Konni RAT has managed to evade detection as only 3 security solutions on VirusTotal were able to detect the malware. Researchers from Malwarebytes Labs spotted an ongoing malware campaign that is targeing Russia with the Konni RAT. Security researchers at Malwarebytes Labs have uncovered an ongoing malware campaign that is mainly targeting Russia with the Konni RAT.
CyberSecurity Insiders
AUGUST 29, 2021
A study conducted by a cybersecurity firm named Naval Dome has discovered that most of the drilling rigs operating in deep waters are vulnerable to cyber attacks. Naval Dome researchers found in their two-year-old study that various companies involved in oil business were mitigating cyber risks with great care. However, most of them were ill prepared and were in a mood to mitigate risks only when their IT infrastructure was targeted and not proactive.
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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
AUGUST 29, 2021
The Philippine human rights alliance Karapatan has suffered a massive and prolonged Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack, Qurium organizations linked it to the local government. For the past three weeks, the Philippine human rights alliance Karapatan has suffered a heavy and sustained DDoS attack. The attack comes only a month after the waves of DDoS attacks targeting the alternative media outlets Bulatlat and Altermidya , which Qurium could link to infrastructure controlled by t
CyberSecurity Insiders
AUGUST 29, 2021
Boston Public Library (BPL) branches based in Massachusetts have been witnessing a digital disruption since Wednesday last week, all because of a cyber attack. And sources say that they are using pen and paper to keep the administrative tasks operational. The IT staff of the BPL is unsure when the services will be brought back to normalcy, as the recovery work might prove time-consuming and is underway.
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The Hacker News
AUGUST 29, 2021
Not all heroes wear capes. Cybersecurity professionals are digital warriors who use their knowledge and skill to battle malicious hackers. Sounds like an exciting career, right? If the comic-book comparisons aren’t working for you, perhaps some figures will. According to ZipRecruiter, the average salary of a cybersecurity professional is just over $100,000 a year.
Security Affairs
AUGUST 29, 2021
Taiwan vendor Synology announced that recently disclosed vulnerabilities (CVE-2021-3711 and CVE-2021-3712) in the OpenSSL impact some of its products. Taiwanese company Synology revealed that the recently disclosed remote code execution (RCE) and denial-of-service (DoS) OpenSSL vulnerabilities ( CVE-2021-3711 and CVE-2021-3712 ) impact some of its products. “Multiple vulnerabilities allow remote attackers to conduct denial-of-service attack or possibly execute arbitrary code via a suscep
Bleeping Computer
AUGUST 29, 2021
Apple has announced a new free-of-charge service program for iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro devices experiencing sound issues caused by a receiver module component. [.].
Security Affairs
AUGUST 29, 2021
A new round of the weekly Security Affairs 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. EskyFun data leak, over 1 million Android gamers impacted Boffins show PIN bypass attack Mastercard and Maestro contactless payments Phorpiex botnet shuts down and authors put source code for sale Atlassian released security patches to fix a critical flaw in Confluenc
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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.
WIRED Threat Level
AUGUST 29, 2021
You are your own biggest weakness, but changing just a few of your behaviors can reduce the chances that your online accounts get breached.
Security Boulevard
AUGUST 29, 2021
A 21-year-old Virginia native living in Turkey is allegedly behind the massive T-Mobile hack, China adopts a new national privacy law, and is Elon Musk’s Tesla Bot just creepy or is it the beginning of “useful AI” that people love and is “unequivocally good”. ** Links mentioned on the show ** 21-year-old tells WSJ he […]. The post T-Mobile Hacker Identified, China’s New Privacy Law, Tesla Bot Announcement appeared first on The Shared Security Show.
Trend Micro
AUGUST 29, 2021
The latest version comes weeks after US President Biden announced a memo, calling on the improvement of control systems cybersecurity. It also expands the coverage of previous editions, covering all control systems.
Security Boulevard
AUGUST 29, 2021
From cryptocurrency thefts to hacking bank accounts, SIM swapping is a growing threat online. Here are relevant definitions, real-world examples and tips to help stop cyber criminals. The post SIM Swapping Is a Growing Cyber Threat — Here’s Help appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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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 Boulevard
AUGUST 29, 2021
via the comic artistry and dry wit of Randall Munroe , resident at XKCD ! Permalink. The post XKCD ‘Circumappendiceal Somectomy’ appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Security Boulevard
AUGUST 29, 2021
Our thanks to DEFCON for publishing their outstanding DEFCON Conference Main Stage Videos on the groups' YouTube channel. Permalink. The post DEF CON 29 Main Stage – Kelly Kaoudis’ & Sick Codes’ ‘Rotten Code, Aging Standards & Pwning IPv4 Parsing’ appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Security Boulevard
AUGUST 29, 2021
Our thanks to DEFCON for publishing their outstanding DEFCON Conference Main Stage Videos on the groups' YouTube channel. Permalink. The post DEF CON 29 Main Stage – Rion Carter’s ‘Why Does My Security Camera Scream Like A Banshee?’ appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Security Boulevard
AUGUST 29, 2021
Cybercrime is one of the most significant threats facing companies today. With the average cost of a data breach reaching an all-time high of $4.24 million, the business case for cybersecurity has never been stronger. Still, some businesses seem to misunderstand the urgency of meeting current cybersecurity standards. It may help to consider the legal […]… Read More.
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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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