Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 21, 2016
The coming year will bring a large-scale IoT security breach, with fleet management, retail, manufacturing, and government at the biggest risk, according to experts.
Scary Beasts Security
NOVEMBER 14, 2016
Overview A vulnerability and a separate logic error exist in the gstreamer 0.10.x player for NSF music files. Combined, they allow for very reliable exploitation and the bypass of 64-bit ASLR, DEP, etc. The reliability is provided by the presence of a turing complete “scripting” inside a music player. NSF files are music files from the Nintendo Entertainment System.
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Adam Shostack
DECEMBER 21, 2016
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Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 15, 2016
Yahoo recently confirmed a leak of one billion accounts, adding to its growing list of security woes. Here are four actions your company can take to prevent a similar debacle.
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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.
Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 13, 2016
From internal threats to creative ransomware to the industrial Internet of Things, security experts illuminate business cybersecurity threats likely to materialize in the next year.
Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 9, 2016
Law enforcement has trained special dogs to find hidden thumb drives and cell phones that human investigators routinely miss, and it's foiling predators, terrorists, and other criminals.
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Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 7, 2016
We're constantly reminded of the risks that come with bad passwords, yet many people persist in using obvious and easy-to-crack names, words, and patterns. Want to know if you're at risk?
Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 6, 2016
Here are five things that might convince you to care about your personal data, even if you think you don't.
Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 1, 2016
In 2016 ransomware, phishing, and IoT attacks pummeled business and consumers alike. What cybersecurity trends will emerge in 2017? Take our survey to share your opinion about emerging hacker trends.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 28, 2016
The new report details increased risks to Android and Apple products and the top 10 Windows malware programs of 2016. Here's what your business needs to know to stay safe.
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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.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 22, 2016
Attacks on IoT devices are an increasing threat. Here are a few expert tactics to ensure your company's data and networks are safe.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 21, 2016
The Dark Web isn't all bad news. A study by security firm Terbium Labs found that over half of the encrypted internet consists of legal traffic, and instances of hacking and fraud were shockingly low.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 22, 2016
Online shopping is easy and convenient, and more people are doing it than ever before. The rise in e-commerce also gives cybercriminals more opportunities to rob you blind. Here's how to stay safe.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 18, 2016
The New York district attorney recently released a report calling for smartphone manufacturers to create operating systems that allow them to more easily access user data.
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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.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 30, 2016
A curated list of cybersecurity audiobooks to help you better understand the history of computing, who hacks and why, and the future of cyber-defense.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 17, 2016
IBM and the Ponemon Institute's 2016 Cyber Resilient Organization study found that cyber resilience among enterprise organizations is dropping.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 23, 2016
We work hard to provide in-depth investigative tech journalism. Here's what we've reported in 2016.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 16, 2016
Don't let big data compliance risks take you by surprise. Here are three steps to take today to ease your big data compliance concerns.
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Keeper Security is transforming cybersecurity for people and organizations around the world. Keeper’s affordable and easy-to-use solutions are built on a foundation of zero-trust and zero-knowledge security to protect every user on every device. Our next-generation privileged access management solution deploys in minutes and seamlessly integrates with any tech stack to prevent breaches, reduce help desk costs and ensure compliance.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 15, 2016
Security firm Kryptowire recently discovered a backdoor in some budget Android phones that secretly sends information like text messages, location data, and call logs to a server in China.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 29, 2016
According to a survey by data firm Carbonite 74% of small business owners fear Washington politicians are not doing enough to protect companies against cyberattack.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 23, 2016
Microsoft has been granted more time to change how Windows 10 collects data about users in order to comply with the French data protection act.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 28, 2016
If you have Linux servers that depend upon encryption, you owe it to yourself to beef up the system entropy. Here's how to do so with haveged.
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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.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 11, 2016
The FBI has a long legacy of being at the forefront of technology, but managing those systems while keeping up with the latest advances in tech is an unforgiving task.
Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 5, 2016
If you've been waiting for encrypted email to arrive on Chrome OS, thanks to Android apps, it is now ready for prime time. Jack Wallen shows to make this so.
Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 7, 2016
A hand-picked list of must-watch cybersecurity videos to help you learn the fundamentals of encryption, how hackers penetrate systems, and strong cyber-defense tactics for business.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 23, 2016
In a recent blog post, the social media company clarified the acceptable use of its public APIs, pushing back against tweets being used to track protesters and activists.
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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.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 7, 2016
Over the next five years, the UK government will invest heavily in cybersecurity, including new authentication methods such as Fast IDentity Online (FIDO).
Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 9, 2016
BlackBerry recently unveiled BlackBerry Secure, a new security platform that hopes to help organizations more effectively manage smartphones and connected devices.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 3, 2016
For a deep penetrating scan of your Linux servers and desktops, turn to the Lynis auditing tool. Check out how to install and use Lynis.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 7, 2016
Voter fraud has been a hot topic this election cycle, but there are still two fundamental questions to be asked: Can widescale election fraud happen and if so will hackers be the ones to pull it off?
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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.
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