Tech Republic Security

JANUARY 24, 2017

New research from a group of universities found that specific video and computer vision algorithm software can unlock an Android Pattern Lock in five attempts.

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The Falcon's View

JANUARY 26, 2017

From my NCS blog post : Despite the rapid growth of DevOps practices throughout various industries, there still seems to be a fair amount of trepidation, particularly among security practitioners and auditors. One of the first concerns that pops up is a blurted out "You can't do DevOps here! It violates separation of duties!" Interestingly, this assertion is generally incorrect and derives from a general misunderstanding about DevOps, automation, and the continuous integration/deployment (CI/CD)

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Spinone

JANUARY 25, 2017

Have you ever worked on a production facility? If you have than you know that there is a strict dress code. If not, then let me give you a little sneak peak. You need to wear specific black shoes that weigh a lot and by the end of the day you feel like you have been working out. You need to wear protection glasses, cover your head with a helmet and, most likely, use earplugs.

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Tech Republic Security

JANUARY 24, 2017

Don't let your smart bulbs and thermostats fall prey to attack by bots. Use these five tactics to secure your IoT devices.

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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.

Risk

Tech Republic Security

JANUARY 27, 2017

Network or systems administrators must conduct pen testing to discover any possible security weaknesses. Find out why Zarp is a very powerful pen-testing tool to have at your disposal.

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Tech Republic Security

JANUARY 25, 2017

A recently discovered bug affecting cloud company Dropbox resulted in data that was supposedly deleted years ago being restored back to user accounts.

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Tech Republic Security

JANUARY 23, 2017

Open source may help to make software popular, but it is not making it less secure. Here's why.

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Tech Republic Security

JANUARY 25, 2017

Do you use Twitter personally or professionally? Then you need to enable two-factor authentication to truly secure your tweets.

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Tech Republic Security

JANUARY 25, 2017

iPhone chosen over a Android handset to be turned into "dual-persona" device that can be used to discuss confidential matters.

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Tech Republic Security

JANUARY 26, 2017

Apple, General Motors, and Capital One are among the top-rated companies for employee experience with several cybersecurity jobs currently open.

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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.

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Tech Republic Security

JANUARY 24, 2017

2016 may go down on record as one of the worst for cybersecurity. Hacks, breaches, and leaks were everywhere in the news. Forrester has a few things for us to remember going forward.

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Tech Republic Security

JANUARY 23, 2017

Penetration testing is essential for knowing where your network and systems are weak. Jack Wallen says the right tool for that task is the Debian-based Cyborg Essentials.

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Tech Republic Security

JANUARY 23, 2017

If you use a Microsoft account for work, school, or for Xbox Live this extra layer of security is a must-have. Added bonus: It's super simple to activate.

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Tech Republic Security

JANUARY 23, 2017

If you want to add an extra layer of protection onto your virtual machines and you're using VirtualBox, encrypting those VMs is very simple. Here's how.

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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.

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Tech Republic Security

JANUARY 26, 2017

A recent New York Times report claims that US President Donald Trump is still using his old Samsung Galaxy phone, despite previous reports that he gave it up in favor of a secured device.

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