Extra, extra! That fake news story might come with malware
Tech Republic Security
JANUARY 19, 2017
Fake news is worrying IT security pros, and there appears to be no end in sight.
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The Kali Linux Certified Professional
Kali Linux
JANUARY 16, 2017
Introducing the KLCP Certification After almost two years in the making, it is with great pride that we announce today our new Kali Linux Professional certification - the first and only official certification program that validates one’s proficiency with the Kali Linux distribution. If you’re new to the information security field, or are looking to take your first steps towards a new career in InfoSec, the KLCP is a “must have” foundational certification.
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Top 9 IT Tools Every Small and Medium Business Needs
Spinone
JANUARY 18, 2017
Managing even the smallest of businesses can be challenging, but luckily there is no shortage of IT applications designed to make things easier in terms of organization, planning, finances, and dealing with customers. Many of the most popular services are cloud-based meaning they are easy to employ (no need to install software on several workstations), and accessible from any device and location.
NCS Blog: "Minimum Viable" MUST Include Security
The Falcon's View
JANUARY 18, 2017
"If you're a startup trying to get a product off the ground, you've probably been told to build an "MVP" - a minimum viable product - as promoted by the Lean Startup methodology. This translates into products being rapidly developed with the least number of features necessary to make an initial sale or two. Oftentimes, security is not one of the features that makes it into the product, and then it gets quickly forgotten about down the road.".
How to Avoid Pitfalls In Automation: Keep Humans In the Loop
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.
80% of IoT apps not tested for vulnerabilities, report says
Tech Republic Security
JANUARY 18, 2017
A new report from the Ponemon Institute, IBM, and Arxan claims that just 20% of IoT apps and 29% of mobile apps are actually tested for vulnerabilities, raising security concerns.
There's a new Gmail phishing attack going around, and it's fooling everyone
Tech Republic Security
JANUARY 18, 2017
Tech professionals don't generally fall for phishing attacks: They know what to look for and when to be suspicious. One new attack, however, is even fooling the experienced.
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