Elie
JANUARY 31, 2015
19.5% of HTTPS-enabled sites in Alexa's Top 1 Million trigger or will soon trigger a Chrome security warning because they are using the now deprecated SHA-1 signature algorithm to sign their HTTPS certificate. Soon those sites will be flagged by all major browsers as insecure.
We Live Security
JANUARY 29, 2015
ESET's researchers recently encountered a piece of malware targeting the filling of the forms belonging to the Consulate of Poland. To understand why it is first necessary to have a brief look at the application process for visas.
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NopSec
JANUARY 27, 2015
Our partner Qualys discovered a new vulnerability nick-named “GHOST” (called as such because it can be triggered by the GetHOST functions) and worked with most of the Linux operating system distributions to patch it as of January 27th 2015. The GHOST vulnerability is a serious weakness in the Linux glibc library. It allows attackers to remotely take complete control of the victim system without having any prior knowledge of system credentials.
Privacy and Cybersecurity Law
JANUARY 12, 2015
Alberta’s Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) entered 2015 with a (slightly) new look. Amendments set out in Bill 3, the […].
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.
Spinone
JANUARY 27, 2015
Since we live in a digital world, we are so familiar with all privacy laws and its boundaries. All the news are full of caution not to be hacked, not to put easy passwords, and so on. Definitely, security is the top priority for brand companies to defend their critical data and reputation. Yet, we are more curious about if it’s important at all for individual users to care about hackers, or any other way of their data loss.
We Live Security
JANUARY 23, 2015
Blackhat, the hacker movie directed by Michael Mann and starring Chris Hemsworth, could spread awareness of digital threats. If it is a learning opportunity, what are the lessons?
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We Live Security
JANUARY 21, 2015
Facebook has announced plans to crack down on spam and hoaxes in the newsfeed, with a note highlighting 'false information' when enough people flag the link as a hoax.
We Live Security
JANUARY 20, 2015
More than 1,800 Minecraft login details have been leaked online, German news site Heise.de has revealed.
We Live Security
JANUARY 19, 2015
A recent report from Piper Jaffray found that 75% of companies expected to increase their IT security spending in 2015, following a year of high-profile hacks and data breaches in 2014.
We Live Security
JANUARY 19, 2015
Cybercrime: there's too much of it, and we need to do more to deter it. With the President of the United States now making frequent references to "doing more about cybercrime" now is a good time to look at what steps must be taken.
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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.
We Live Security
JANUARY 18, 2015
Lizard Squad failed to encrypt its database of LizardStresser's registered users - storing details of their usernames and passwords in plaintext. A schoolboy error if ever I heard one.
We Live Security
JANUARY 13, 2015
It started, innocently enough, as a question asked in the ESET Security Forum titled "Eset Do I Really Need Antivirus On My Linux Distros?" However, the answer to that seemingly simple question on Linux antivirus is more complex than a simple yes-or-no response.
We Live Security
JANUARY 9, 2015
Facebook users around the world have reported the return of the networks longer-lasting hoaxes - a legal disclaimer which allows users to regain copyright over their images and other content. Here's why it doesn't work.
We Live Security
JANUARY 8, 2015
While phishing-related malware is still mostly Windows targeting, attacks that rely purely on social engineering and fake web sites might be delivered by any platform, including smartphones and tablets. The more cautious you are, the better informed you are, and the more you think before you click, the more chance you have of leaving phishing craft stranded.
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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.
We Live Security
JANUARY 8, 2015
Today, we published our research about Windows exploitation in 2014. This report contains interesting information about vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows and Office patched over the course of the year, drive-by download attacks and mitigation techniques.
We Live Security
JANUARY 6, 2015
Moonpig, the online personalised card company, has been accused of a shockingly sloppy attitude to security, after apparently leaving a serious hole in its security unpatched.
NopSec
JANUARY 29, 2015
In the previous blog post here, we described the GHOST Linux glibc vulnerability in details and its repercussions to the affected systems in terms of risk. NopSec Unified VRM helps identify the Linux GHOST glibc vulnerabilities in various flavors of Linux, performing authenticated scans. Furthermore, Linux authenticated scan can be performed using SSH through username / password and certificate as well.
We Live Security
JANUARY 28, 2015
Singer Taylor Swift has had her Twitter and Instagram accounts hacked, but laughed off claims that the hackers will release nude photographs of her.
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We Live Security
JANUARY 27, 2015
A vulnerability in Android's Wi-Fi Direct functionality has been uncovered by security researchers.
We Live Security
JANUARY 26, 2015
Even though WhatsApp now encrypts all of its messages and data, it pays to be secure with your chats. Here are our top WhatsApp security tips.
We Live Security
JANUARY 26, 2015
Google's Project Zero has released information on three as yet unpatched vulnerabilities in Apple's OS X operating system, reports Ars Technica.
Privacy and Cybersecurity Law
JANUARY 21, 2015
In a previous post on online behavioural advertising (OBA), we wrote about the Office of the Privacy Commissioner’s “call to action” to stakeholders in […].
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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.
Spinone
JANUARY 21, 2015
It’s time to analyze last year’s mistakes. Let’s start with redefining our privacy and security. Here is the annual list of the 25 most frequently passwords found on the Internet appearing to be the Worst Passwords, that will expose anybody to being hacked or having their identities stolen. SplashData has released its annual list of the most common passwords compiled from more than 3.3 million leaked passwords during the year of 2014.
NopSec
JANUARY 16, 2015
If you haven’t read the book or watched the movie Fight Club , you may not understand this reference. “1st RULE: You do not talk about FIGHT CLUB.” One of the interesting things about working in the IT security business is that customers are very secretive about projects and generally are reluctant to publicly acknowledge any work. At NopSec we certainly can understand the need for discretion.
We Live Security
JANUARY 14, 2015
The Swiss state owned Banque Cantonale de Geneve has confirmed that hackers have released confidential customer correspondences after the bank refused to pay the ransom demanded by the attackers
We Live Security
JANUARY 13, 2015
President Barack Obama is planning to push legislation which would protect companies from lawsuits for sharing cyberthreat data with the government, reports the Washington Post.
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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.
We Live Security
JANUARY 13, 2015
British Prime Minister David Cameron has stated his belief that encrypted messaging services must have backdoor access to government agencies
We Live Security
JANUARY 13, 2015
The rent-a-DDoS service that knocked out Xbox Live and Playstation Network is powered by thousands of hacked residential internet routers.
We Live Security
JANUARY 12, 2015
Google has revealed that Android smartphones and tablets running versions of the software released before 4.
We Live Security
JANUARY 9, 2015
Ever lost a kid somewhere? Not anymore if the gadget vendors have anything to say about it. Now you can digitally strap your kid to your tablet and keep track of them. Kids not running enough to stay trim? Theres an app for that that works the same way. Got high blood sugar? You can keep track of that too using the sensor-du-jour highlighted at CES 2015 in Las Vegas.
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.
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