Tech Republic Security
MARCH 2, 2017
No one is safe from malware these days, even macOS users. 2017 has been a banner year for malware on Apple computers, including a new threat that allows total remote control from a web console.
Elie
MARCH 2, 2017
In-depth research publications, industry talks and blog posts about Google security, research at Google and cybersecurity in general in open-access.
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NopSec
MARCH 23, 2017
How can I find security people, how do I deal with budget and time, how should I prioritize, what will have the most impact on the business, what will reduce my risk the most? These are the questions that are facing many security teams. In the vulnerability space many are still working off of spreadsheets and ad hoc reports in order to answer these questions.
Penetration Testing
MARCH 8, 2017
Tails OS is a live operating system that you can start on almost any computer from a DVD, USB stick, or SD card. It aims at preserving your privacy and anonymity and helps you... The post Tails 5.21 releases: privacy & anonymously OS appeared first on Penetration Testing.
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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.
The Falcon's View
MARCH 30, 2017
In a moment of introspection last night, it occurred to me that working from home tends to amplify any perceived slight or sources of negativity. Most of my "human" interactions are online only, which - for this extrovert - means my energy is derived from whatever "interaction" I have online in Twitter, Facebook, email, Slack, etc. It turns out that this can be highly problematic.
Andrew Hay
MARCH 20, 2017
As of today I’m transitioning out of my CISO role at DataGravity and am on the hunt for a new full-time gig. Though I appreciate your condolences, I see this as a good thing and the transition is an amicable one. What this really means, however, is that I get to explore exciting opportunities with exciting companies. Who is looking… This guy.
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Scary Beasts Security
MARCH 29, 2017
Overview Robust evidence existed for the presence of a memory corruption based RCE (remote code execution) on box.com servers. The most likely explanation for the evidence presented is the usage of an old ImageMagick which has known vulnerabilities, combined with lack of configuration lockdown. It's hard to be sure, though: see the section on the Box response below.
NopSec
MARCH 1, 2017
Unified VRM Analytics leverages vulnerability data from across all the modules (Internal, External and Web) the user has subscribed to and correlates that vulnerability information with external and internal threat feeds to provide the user actionable security intelligence. This enables the user to proactively protect them and take action against threats and vulnerabilities before potential severe business impact.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 29, 2017
Congress has voted to repeal restrictions preventing ISPs from gathering and selling your browsing data and other personal info. Here's how you can protect yourself.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 29, 2017
Stagnant wages, high demands, and poor work/life balance compound the skills gap for security practitioners. Here's how your company can better recruit and retain them.
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.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 24, 2017
A group of hackers calling themselves the Turkish Crime Family claim that they will wipe millions of stolen iCloud accounts if Apple doesn't meet their demands.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 22, 2017
Some view cloud migration as a way of outsourcing cybersecurity. IBM recommends you chart out which security features are included in your cloud platform, and which have to be added.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 28, 2017
A new solution from IBM Trusteer automates website classification and can help label phishing websites 250% faster than traditional methods.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 31, 2017
The UN Cybersecurity Repository is a massive index of cyber-criminal case law and lessons learned used to train law enforcement officers, prosecutors, and judges.
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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.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 1, 2017
Certain Mac malware can access a user's webcam to spy on them undetected. Here's how you can use the free tool OverSight to protect yourself.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 10, 2017
Microservices are subcomponents of applications which can yield greater efficiencies. Learn about their benefits as well as security best practices.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 13, 2017
Codified Security's research found backdoors that could lead to stolen customer information and worse: They could give hackers access to developer's servers and computers as well.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 24, 2017
Instagram recently made two-factor authentication available to all of its users. Here's how you can use it to add an extra layer of security to your account.
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?
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 24, 2017
From Bad Luck Brian to Confession Bear to Scumbag Steve, these are the best tech-flavored memes the Internet has to offer
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 23, 2017
Microservices require special security measures to reduce risk. Learn the specifics as recommended by an industry expert.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 15, 2017
Ransomware experienced explosive growth last year, with businesses and individuals losing more than $1 billion to retrieve their encrypted information.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 2, 2017
A new report from the ISACA said that security and privacy are the top concerns for business leaders looking to implement drone technology in their organization.
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.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 29, 2017
Two out of five industrial computers faced cyberattacks in the second half of 2016, according to Kaspersky Lab, and the risk is increasing. Here's how to prevent these attacks.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 29, 2017
Cybercriminals compromised more than 4 billion records last year, including credit cards, passwords, health information, and business documents. Here's how to stay safe.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 3, 2017
A public records request submitted by IndyStar showed that Mike Pence used his personal AOL account, which was hacked, to discuss security issues with top advisors while he was governor of Indiana.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 9, 2017
This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about deep packet inspection, the practice of sniffing web connections to reveal sensitive user data and fend off cyberattacks.
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.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 8, 2017
The latest batch of WikiLeaks documents reveals something we've always feared: The government has the means to spy on us using our IoT devices. That means anyone else could too.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 30, 2017
If you're looking for an easy way to encrypt directories in Linux, here's an introduction to eCryptfs. Mount an encrypted directory, add data, and unmount the directory. Data secured.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 13, 2017
As cyber attacks continue to make headlines, more IT professionals are undergoing security training and assessments, paid for by their employers, according to a new report.
Tech Republic Security
MARCH 8, 2017
A new round of alleged CIA documents were leaked on Tuesday, describing tech tools that allow the agency to hack smartphones and smart TVs. Here's what Apple, Samsung, and Microsoft had to say.
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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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