Ransomware: The smart person's guide
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 22, 2016
This guide covers the history of ransomware, the systems being targeted in ransomware attacks, and what you can do to avoid paying a ransom in the event of an attack.
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Kali Linux 2016.2 Release
Kali Linux
AUGUST 30, 2016
We’re well recovered from the Black Hat and DEF CON Vegas conferences and as promised, we’re launching our second Kali Rolling ISO release aka Kali 2016.2. This release brings a whole bunch of interesting news and updates into the world of Kali and we’re excited to tell you all about it. New KDE, MATE, LXDE, e17, and Xfce Builds Although users are able to build and customize their Kali Linux ISOs however they wish, we often hear people comment about how they would love to see K
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Mayhem Wins DARPA CGC
ForAllSecure
AUGUST 6, 2016
Mayhem is a fully autonomous system for finding and fixing computer security vulnerabilities.On Thursday, August 4, 2016, Mayhem competed in the historical DARPA Cyber Grand Challenge against other computers in a fully automatic hacking contest.and won. The team walked away with $2 million dollars, which ForAllSecure will use to continue its mission to automatically check the world's software for exploitable bugs.
What are malicious usb keys and how to create a realistic one?
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AUGUST 2, 2016
In-depth research publications, industry talks and blog posts about Google security, research at Google and cybersecurity in general in open-access.
The Importance of User Roles and Permissions in Cybersecurity Software
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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.
Impact of the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) on Adequacy and 5 Tips to Weather the Changes
Privacy and Cybersecurity Law
AUGUST 8, 2016
Recent media coverage has brought to light the internal deliberations of the Government of Canada regarding the possible impact of […].
Governments and nation states are now officially training for cyberwarfare: An inside look
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 30, 2016
Europe, Canada, USA, Australia, and others are now running training exercises to prepare for the outbreak of cyberwar. Locked Shields is the largest simulation and we take you inside.
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Update all iOS devices to 9.3.5 immediately, or risk a remote jailbreak
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 30, 2016
A critical new Apple iOS update patches three iOS flaws that cybercriminals used to steal confidential messages and eavesdrop using device cameras and microphones.
The Hacking Teams: who they are, what they want, and how they hack
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 9, 2016
Using remote malware, keyloggers, and DDoS attacks, hacking is a collaborative enterprise, and the sinister six can knock you offline and swipe your data.
How to avoid falling victim to Android app scams on Google Play
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 19, 2016
Android security is a serious problem, and the Play store is a hotbed of malware. Here are a few simple tips for avoiding the wrong apps when you go looking for new ones.
How to avoid credential stuffing attacks
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 3, 2016
Hackers used data stolen from a gaming site to get logins to a British mobile network's site. Learn about how it happened and what you can to do protect yourself.
IDC Analyst Report: The Open Source Blind Spot Putting Businesses at Risk
Advertiser: Revenera
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.
2012 Dropbox hack worse than realized, 68M passwords leaked
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 31, 2016
According to a recent report, a 2012 hack on cloud file sharing company DropBox put millions of users at risk. It also highlights the importance of good security hygiene for every employee.
How Obama administration plans to prevent rigged elections
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 4, 2016
Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson said that US president Barack Obama is considering ways to improve the security around the country's electronic voting system.
Stolen iPhones could eventually capture photo and fingerprint of thieves
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 26, 2016
Apple recently patented a feature that could trigger the iPhone to capture and store biometric data, images, audio, and video of a user if unauthorized use is detected.
How to mitigate ransomware, DDoS attacks, and other cyber extortion threats
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 13, 2016
Ransomware and other forms of cyber extortion are effective moneymakers for the bad guys. Learn why, and how not to fall prey to digital extortionists.
Beware of Pixels & Trackers on U.S. Healthcare Websites
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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.
Rio Olympics 2016: How to keep your employees safe from the biggest scams at the summer games
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 9, 2016
As hackers target Olympic fans with phishing, ransomware, and other attacks, companies must ensure employees know cybersecurity best practices to avoid becoming a victim.
Hackers claim to have stolen cyberweapons from NSA, demand 1 million Bitcoin in exchange
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 16, 2016
Hacking group the Shadow Brokers claim to have hacked a group widely believed to be the NSA, and will release that group's hacking tools in exchange for Bitcoin.
Google makes Gmail safer with new security warnings to fight phishing
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 11, 2016
On Wednesday, Google announced security warnings that display if an email sender is authenticated, in its latest initiative to welcome business users to the app platform.
How to set up quick and easy file sharing with Samba
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 4, 2016
If you want to use a Linux desktop or server to share files, see how simple it can be with the help of Samba.
Software Composition Analysis: The New Armor for Your Cybersecurity
Speaker: Blackberry, OSS Consultants, & Revenera
Software is complex, which makes threats to the software supply chain more real every day. 64% of organizations have been impacted by a software supply chain attack and 60% of data breaches are due to unpatched software vulnerabilities. In the U.S. alone, cyber losses totaled $10.3 billion in 2022. All of these stats beg the question, “Do you know what’s in your software?
Google finally adds HSTS encryption to google.com
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 1, 2016
Google has furthered its encryption efforts with the use of HSTS on its core domain. Forced use of secure HTTPS connections will help protect against attacks.
IBM X-Force finds major malware hitting Brazil banks ahead of 2016 Olympics in Rio
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 5, 2016
IBM X-Force Research recently noted that the Zeus Trojan variant Panda has spread to Brazil, days before the Opening Ceremony. Here's what you need to know.
Report: 82% of hospitals fear they aren't prepared for mobile cyberattacks
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 23, 2016
As more hospitals deploy mobile devices for clinical communications, staff and IT leaders worry that cybercriminals will hack them and steal medical records.
Stop procrastinating: Signing emails is now a necessity
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 4, 2016
If employees don't digitally sign all outgoing emails, Jack Wallen says your company and customer base is at risk. He explains why signing emails has reached critical importance.
From Complexity to Clarity: Strategies for Effective Compliance and Security Measures
Speaker: Erika R. Bales, Esq.
When we talk about “compliance and security," most companies want to ensure that steps are being taken to protect what they value most – people, data, real or personal property, intellectual property, digital assets, or any other number of other things - and it’s more important than ever that safeguards are in place. Let’s step back and focus on the idea that no matter how complicated the compliance and security regime, it should be able to be distilled down to a checklist.
How to enable two-factor authentication on Nextcloud 10
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 31, 2016
If you're running a Nextcloud 10 server and worrying about security, follow these steps to set up two-factor authentication and add an extra layer of protection for your users' data.
Rio Olympics 2016: How hackers are still using the games to scam businesses
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 24, 2016
Though the Olympic games have ended for the summer, cybercriminals are still using stories from the games to target companies. Here's how to stay safe.
Android Security Bulletin August 2016: What you need to know
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 11, 2016
The Android Security Bulletin for August 2016 includes only one Critical issue, and a few issues marked High and Moderate. Get the highlights, and learn how to find out if your device is up to date.
Why threat hunting as-a-service is worth considering, but 'not a silver bullet'
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 1, 2016
Accenture and Endgame Inc. seek to detect and remove cyber threats from organizations' systems, but their solution may be only part of a strong security plan.
Successful Change Management with Enterprise Risk Management
Speaker: William Hord, Vice President of ERM Services
A well-defined change management process is critical to minimizing the impact that change has on your organization. Leveraging the data that your ERM program already contains is an effective way to help create and manage the overall change management process within your organization. Your ERM program generally assesses and maintains detailed information related to strategy, operations, and the remediation plans needed to mitigate the impact on the organization.
New MobileIron report details most common mobile threats and blacklisted apps
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 2, 2016
MobileIron's latest Mobile Security and Risk Review report shows that despite growing mobile threats, many organizations aren't responding appropriately.
Why haven't we seen the smartphone security apocalypse in iPhone and Android yet?
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 10, 2016
Mobile phones present a ripe attack vector for hackers, but so far we've avoided the nightmares of Windows 95. Is it just a matter of time?
Cloud Security Alliance releases top 100 big data best practices report
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 26, 2016
The thoroughly detailed report breaks 100 best practices down into 10 categories. We've summarized them into the biggest takeaways IT professionals need to know about.
Safety first: The best use of the public cloud for analytics apps and data
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 7, 2016
If concerns about data breaches have kept your organization from using the public cloud, read about use cases in which these worries should be a thing of the past.
Cybersecurity Predictions for 2024
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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.
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