Schneier on Security
AUGUST 26, 2022
I’ve been saying that complexity is the worst enemy of security for a long time now. ( Here’s me in 1999.) And it’s been true for a long time. In 2018, Thomas Dullin of Google’s Project Zero talked about “cheap complexity.” Andrew Appel summarizes : The anomaly of cheap complexity. For most of human history, a more complex device was more expensive to build than a simpler device.
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 26, 2022
Enterprise accounting software is designed for large companies and businesses. Here are the top eight enterprise accounting software suites. The post 8 best enterprise accounting software suites appeared first on TechRepublic.
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Cisco Security
AUGUST 26, 2022
Just like the myriad expanding galaxies seen in the latest images from the James Webb space telescope, the cybersecurity landscape consists of a growing number of security technology vendors, each with the goal of addressing the continually evolving threats faced by customers today. In order to be effective, cybersecurity tools have to be collaborative—be it sharing relevant threat intelligence, device & user insights, acting on detection and remediation workflows, and more.
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 26, 2022
Sephora will have to pay $1.2 million in penalties, inform California customers it sells their personal data and offer them ways to opt out. The post Cosmetics giant Sephora first to be fined for violating California’s Consumer Privacy Act appeared first on TechRepublic.
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.
The Hacker News
AUGUST 26, 2022
Password management service LastPass confirmed a security incident that resulted in the theft of certain source code and technical information. The security breach is said to have occurred two weeks ago, targeting its development environment. No customer data or encrypted passwords were accessed.
CyberSecurity Insiders
AUGUST 26, 2022
Cyberattacks are commonplace in the United States and around the world. Thousands of data breaches happen annually and affect millions of people. One of the most ruthless cyberattacks is a ransomware attack. These cyber invasions affect all industries worldwide, and companies question whether their computer systems can withstand such an invasion. What Is a Ransomware Attack?
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Threatpost
AUGUST 26, 2022
Lockbit is by far this summer’s most prolific ransomware group, trailed by two offshoots of the Conti group.
SecureBlitz
AUGUST 26, 2022
Here, I will show you a rundown of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. While many people are familiar with the terms crypto and cryptocurrency trading, the technologies involved and the mechanisms for how to processes work are often misunderstood. Whether you are an active cryptocurrency trader or simply interested in learning more, understanding the rundown of […].
eSecurity Planet
AUGUST 26, 2022
In the race to offer comprehensive cybersecurity solutions, the product known as network detection and response (NDR) is a standalone solution as well as a central component of XDR. Whereas older solutions like antivirus, firewalls, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) have long focused on threats at the network perimeter, the intent of NDR is to monitor and act on malicious threats within organization networks using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) analysis.
Heimadal Security
AUGUST 26, 2022
Over 130 organizations were compromised in the “0ktapus” phishing campaign and the credential of 9,931 employees were stolen. Hackers that are responsible for this string of cyberattacks target companies such as Twilio, MailChimp, and Klaviyo. This was a months-long phishing campaign that has been ongoing since March 2022 and aimed primarily at companies that use […].
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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
AUGUST 26, 2022
Many of the more expensive cyberattacks and ransomware attacks, including the Solar Winds and Colonial Pipeline attacks, have been attributed to Russian hackers, likely working with or for the FSB—an agency of the Russian government. Many cyberinsurance policies contain exclusions for so-called “acts of war”—and insurers reason that cyberattacks constitute such an act of war.
The Hacker News
AUGUST 26, 2022
Iranian state-sponsored actors are leaving no stone unturned to exploit unpatched systems running Log4j to target Israeli entities, indicating the vulnerability’s long tail for remediation.
CompTIA on Cybersecurity
AUGUST 26, 2022
Learn how one career changer leveraged CompTIA certifications to get an IT job and has plans to add more to advance his career.
Security Affairs
AUGUST 26, 2022
Atlassian addressed a critical vulnerability in Bitbucket Server and Data Center that could lead to malicious code execution on vulnerable instances. Atlassian fixed a critical flaw in Bitbucket Server and Data Center, tracked as CVE-2022-36804 (CVSS score 9.9), that could be explored to execute malicious code on vulnerable installs. The flaw is a command injection vulnerability that can be exploited via specially crafted HTTP requests. “This advisory discloses a critical severity security
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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.
Dark Reading
AUGUST 26, 2022
Researchers warned that cyberattackers will be probing the code for weaknesses to exploit later.
Security Affairs
AUGUST 26, 2022
An Iran-linked Mercury APT group exploited the Log4Shell vulnerability in SysAid applications for initial access to the targeted organizations. The Log4Shell flaw ( CVE-2021-44228 ) made the headlines in December after Chinese security researcher p0rz9 publicly disclosed a Proof-of-concept exploit for the critical remote code execution zero-day vulnerability ( aka Log4Shell ) that affects the Apache Log4j Java-based logging library.
Dark Reading
AUGUST 26, 2022
DevSecOps can help overcome inheritance mentality, especially in low- and no-code environments.
GlobalSign
AUGUST 26, 2022
You don’t want to spend weeks creating a digital product and getting no sales after launching it. We discuss useful tips for selling digital products and the main threats online sellers face in 2022.
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 Boulevard
AUGUST 26, 2022
It’s critical for developers to understand basic security concepts and best practices to build secure applications. The post What I wish I knew about security when I started programming appeared first on Application Security Blog. The post What I wish I knew about security when I started programming appeared first on Security Boulevard.
The Hacker News
AUGUST 26, 2022
Atlassian has rolled out fixes for a critical security flaw in Bitbucket Server and Data Center that could lead to the execution of malicious code on vulnerable installations. Tracked as CVE-2022-36804 (CVSS score: 9.9), the issue has been characterized as a command injection vulnerability in multiple endpoints that could be exploited via specially crafted HTTP requests.
Security Boulevard
AUGUST 26, 2022
Last week, Apple found two zero-day vulnerabilities in both iOS 15.6.1 and iPadOS 15.6.1 that hackers may have actively exploited to gain access to corporate networks, according to at least one report. The first vulnerability enables a hacker to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges, and the second works with maliciously crafted web content to execute arbitrary code.
Digital Guardian
AUGUST 26, 2022
Read about why Twitter is coming under fire, how a cybersecurity organization may have gone on the offensive, possible big changes coming for software vendors, and much more in this week’s Friday Five!
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Security Boulevard
AUGUST 26, 2022
Twitter's Ex-CSO accuses the company of cybersecurity negligence, Hackers continue to attack hospitals and critical infrastructure. The post Cybersecurity News Round-Up: Week of August 22, 2022 appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Security Affairs
AUGUST 26, 2022
The North Korea-linked Kimsuky APT is behind a new campaign, tracked as GoldDragon , targeting political and diplomatic entities in South Korea in early 2022. Researchers from Kaspersky attribute a series of attacks, tracked as GoldDragon, against political and diplomatic entities located in South Korea in early 2022 to the North Korea-linked group Kimsuky.
Security Boulevard
AUGUST 26, 2022
Insight #1. ". If you are struggling with the adoption of MFA across your organization, it’s time to focus all your efforts in rolling out a solution that provides the best experience for your users. Enabling MFA is paramount to protecting your organization. Figure out the psychological acceptability of your users’ ability to use different forms of MFA such as TOTP, FIDO tokens, Push, Biometrics, and start with the most acceptable.". .
WIRED Threat Level
AUGUST 26, 2022
The phishing attack on the SMS giant exposes the dangers of B2B companies to the entire tech ecosystem.
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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.
Security Boulevard
AUGUST 26, 2022
Largest Mobile Carrier Identified 4,600 APIs in Days, not Weeks, or Months The security team at the nation’s largest mobile carrier had a problem trying to obtain a consistent and complete inventory of the company’s sprawling API footprint. Business critical API-based applications were driving the mobile carrier’s day-to-day business of managing their mobile network, but […].
Bleeping Computer
AUGUST 26, 2022
Atlassian has published a security advisory warning Bitbucket Server and Data Center users of a critical security flaw that attackers could leverage to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable instances. [.].
Security Boulevard
AUGUST 26, 2022
In the graphic novel “The Watchman” by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons, one of the recurring themes is ‘Who watches the watchers?’, a question originally posed by the Roman poet Juvenal as “Quis custodiet ipsos custodes?” The LastPass breach that was revealed this week should serve as a reminder of the critical role password managers. The post LastPass Breach Raises Disclosure Transparency Concerns appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Malwarebytes
AUGUST 26, 2022
A PDF reader found on Google Play with over one million downloads is aggressively displaying full screen ads, even when the app is not in use. More specifically, the reader is known as PDF reader - documents viewer , package name com.document.pdf.viewer. As a result, this aggressive behavior lands it in the realm of adware. Or as we call it, Android/Adware.HiddenAds.PPMA.
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