Schneier on Security
APRIL 27, 2022
Both Google and Mandiant are reporting a significant increase in the number of zero-day vulnerabilities reported in 2021. Google: 2021 included the detection and disclosure of 58 in-the-wild 0-days, the most ever recorded since Project Zero began tracking in mid-2014. That’s more than double the previous maximum of 28 detected in 2015 and especially stark when you consider that there were only 25 detected in 2020.
Tech Republic Security
APRIL 27, 2022
The malicious software had been slowly returning since November 2021, and saw a large number of phishing emails sent out with Emotet attached in April 2022. The post Emotet malware launches new email campaign appeared first on TechRepublic.
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WIRED Threat Level
APRIL 27, 2022
From “IT Army” DDoS attacks to custom malware, the country has become a target like never before.
Tech Republic Security
APRIL 27, 2022
If malicious actors are already on your network, then typical cybersecurity measures aren’t enough. Learn how to further protect your organization’s data with these five facts about zero-trust security from Tom Merritt. The post Top 5 things about zero-trust security that you need to know 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.
CyberSecurity Insiders
APRIL 27, 2022
As the threat landscape evolves and multiplies with more advanced attacks than ever, defending against these modern cyber threats is a monumental challenge for almost any. organization. Threat detection is about an organization’s ability to accurately identify threats, be it to. the network, an endpoint, another asset or application – including cloud infrastructure. and assets.
Tech Republic Security
APRIL 27, 2022
If you've found the CockroachDB insecure mode too restricting, Jack Wallen is here to help you deploy the same cluster, only in secure mode, so you can better manage your databases. The post How to deploy a CockroachDB cluster in secure mode appeared first on TechRepublic.
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Tech Republic Security
APRIL 27, 2022
NCC’s monthly cyber report shows that Hive has supplanted BlackCat as one of the most prominent ransomware groups. The post Hive emerges as a riser in ransomware attacks appeared first on TechRepublic.
Identity IQ
APRIL 27, 2022
How to Dispose Outdated Electronics to Protect Your Identity. IdentityIQ. Your iPhone is ancient, your laptop is malfunctioning, and your tablet is due for an upgrade. Of course, there comes a time for everyone to toss their old tech and level up to the latest version. But before trashing your old tech, make sure you don’t leave your personal information out there for the taking.
Tech Republic Security
APRIL 27, 2022
Okta and Duo provide solutions for maintaining data security. Compare the features of Okta and Duo to help you choose the best option for your identity and access management needs. The post Okta vs Duo: IAM software product comparison appeared first on TechRepublic.
CyberSecurity Insiders
APRIL 27, 2022
In May 2021, Google announced it will launch a new data safety section on its play store to benefit customers. And now, the company has released a statement that it will roll out its new section to all its users by July 20th this year. To those who do not know what the Data Safety Section will include, here’s a summary: The new data safety section is dedicated to users and will make it mandatory for developers to provide all the app functioning information such as the type of data they collect,
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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.
Digital Guardian
APRIL 27, 2022
Learn about digital rights management and why it is important in Data Protection 101, our series on the fundamentals of information security.
Hacker Combat
APRIL 27, 2022
Ransomware is malicious software that encrypts your files and demands a fee in exchange for access. This type of malware is now the most profitable form of cybercrime since victims feel compelled to pay, even if there are no guarantees that their data will be recovered. Whether the victim is a one-person firm or a major multinational corporation, a ransomware assault can be crippling.
Heimadal Security
APRIL 27, 2022
Stormous has been engaging in ransomware attacks against western companies. The gang made its first public appearance in January 2022 with an assault on a French corporation. Following that incident, the organization launched an attack on the American corporation Serta Inc., followed by an attack on the Spanish healthcare institution Fatima Hospital.
We Live Security
APRIL 27, 2022
ESET researchers reveal a detailed profile of TA410: we believe this cyberespionage umbrella group consists of three different teams using different toolsets, including a new version of the FlowCloud espionage backdoor discovered by ESET. The post A lookback under the TA410 umbrella: Its cyberespionage TTPs and activity appeared first on WeLiveSecurity.
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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.
Graham Cluley
APRIL 27, 2022
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Appknox
APRIL 27, 2022
Phone manufacturers and mobile network operators often implement stringent software restrictions for security reasons. However, these constraints can be circumvented by rooting your Android phone.
SecureBlitz
APRIL 27, 2022
If you are looking for a new career, you have probably have looked online. Using online tools to scout future employment opportunities is a great way to see what’s out there. This article provides a list of tools to help you find new opportunities. Being a job seeker is a daunting task and requires a. The post Using Online Tools To Scout Future Employment Opportunities appeared first on SecureBlitz Cybersecurity.
Security Affairs
APRIL 27, 2022
Microsoft revealed that Russia launched hundreds of cyberattacks against Ukraine since the beginning of the invasion. Microsoft states that at least six separate Russia-linked threat actors launched more than 237 operations against Ukraine starting just before the invasion. The cyber attacks included destructive wipers that were used to target critical infrastructure in a hybrid war against Ukraine.
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.
WIRED Threat Level
APRIL 27, 2022
A new report suggests that a small but vibrant group of smartphones hackers may be challenging the world's most digitally restrictive regime.
CyberSecurity Insiders
APRIL 27, 2022
What is UEBA? User and entity behavior analysis (UEBA) is a cybersecurity technology that helps organizations detect malicious attacks by highlighting anomalous behavior. It expands from the earlier ‘UBA’ security solution by incorporating analysis of both ‘users’ and ‘entities’ in a network. UEBA seeks to detect any suspicious activity on a network, whether it comes from a user or machine, meaning it has a wider breadth than its predecessor.
Malwarebytes
APRIL 27, 2022
Emotet threat actors resumed their email spam campaign on Monday after stopping it late last week to fix a bug. The bug—a flaw in how Emotet is installed onto a system after a victim opens a malicious email attachment—forced the actors to prematurely halt their campaign. Sample email of an Emotet spam containing a defective attachment. (Source: @malware_traffic ).
CyberSecurity Insiders
APRIL 27, 2022
By Lex Boost, CEO, Leaseweb USA. If the headline-grabbing cyberattacks of the past year are any indication, the security threat landscape is rapidly evolving with incidents increasing in both frequency and sophistication. Corporate networks suffered 50% more cyber attack attempts per week in 2021 compared to the previous year, and the number of reported data breaches increased 68% year over year.
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Security Affairs
APRIL 27, 2022
Microsoft disclosed two Linux privilege escalation flaws, collectively named Nimbuspwn, that could allow conducting various malicious activities. The Microsoft 365 Defender Research Team has discovered two Linux privilege escalation flaws (tracked as CVE-2022-29799 and CVE-2022-29800) called “Nimbuspwn,” which can be exploited by attackers to conduct various malicious activities, including the deployment of malware. “The vulnerabilities can be chained together to gain root priv
Malwarebytes
APRIL 27, 2022
Google will soon be giving European countries a “Reject All” button in the Search and YouTube cookie consent banner. This change, which was revealed by Google’s Product Manager for Privacy, Safety & Security Sammit Adhya in a blog post , has already been rolled out in France and will be cascaded to the rest of the European Economic Area , the UK, and Switzerland.
Security Affairs
APRIL 27, 2022
The German wind turbine giant Deutsche Windtechnik was hit by a targeted cyberattack earlier this month. German wind turbine giant Deutsche Windtechnik announced that some of its systems were hit by a targeted professional cyberattack earlier this month. The attack took place during the night between April 11 and 12, the company switched off remote data monitoring connections to the wind turbines for security reasons.
SecureWorld News
APRIL 27, 2022
A joint cybersecurity advisory has been issued by government agencies from the United States, Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom, providing information on the top 15 Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) routinely exploited by malicious threat actors in 2021, as well as other CVEs frequently exploited and mitigation techniques. The authorities behind this advisory shared some key findings: "Globally, in 2021, malicious cyber actors targeted internet-facing systems, such as email ser
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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 Affairs
APRIL 27, 2022
The U.S. government offers up to $10 million for info that allows to identify or locate six Russian GRU hackers who are members of the Sandworm APT group. The US Department of State is offering up to $10 million for info that allows to identify or locate six Russian GRU hackers who are members of the Sandworm APT group. The reward is covered by the Rewards for Justice program of the US government, which rewards people that can share information that can allow to identify or locate foreign gover
The Hacker News
APRIL 27, 2022
A China-linked government-sponsored threat actor has been observed targeting Russian speakers with an updated version of a remote access trojan called PlugX. Secureworks attributed the attempted intrusions to a threat actor it tracks as Bronze President, and by the wider cybersecurity community under the monikers Mustang Panda, TA416, HoneyMyte, RedDelta, and PKPLUG.
Security Affairs
APRIL 27, 2022
Conti ransomware gang continues to target organizations worldwide despite the massive data leak has shed light on its operations. Researchers from Secureworks state that the Conti ransomware gang, tracked as a Russia-based threat actor Gold Ulrick, continues to operate despite the recent data leak on its internal activities. The group’s activity returned to the levels that represented a peak in 2021, the gang rapidly reacted to the public disclosure of its communications, source code, and
Security Boulevard
APRIL 27, 2022
Every client desires to have financial and software development time estimation early on. So, the client can decide the financial implication and time frame of completing an intended project. Likewise, how small or simple the software time estimation project could be is one of the critical aspects. Software project estimation often exceeds time estimation, [.].
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