Security Boulevard

MARCH 1, 2024

EKEN IoT FAIL: Amazon, Sears and Shein still sell security swerving stuff. The post Cheap Video Doorbell Cams: Tools of Stalkers and Thieves appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The expanding IoT landscape demands a collaborative approach to PKI, ensuring seamless security across diverse domains. The post Building a Collaborative Approach to Secure the Connected World appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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IoT Security Awareness Risk Government 110

Security Boulevard

APRIL 5, 2024

Fast enough for government work: The Federal Communications Commission is finally minded to do something about decades-old vulnerabilities. appeared first on Security Boulevard. The post FCC: Phone Network Bugs Must Be Fixed — But are SS7/Diameter Beyond Repair?

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Underpaid, overworked and angry: Whistleblower in hacker contractor firm for Chinese government blows lid off tactics, techniques and procedures. The post PRC State Hacking: ‘Chinese Edward Snowden’ Spills I‑Soon Secrets in Huge Dump of TTPs appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 14, 2022

Incorporating them into security awareness programs can prove to be the difference between successful prevention of phishing attacks. The former is compiled by the US government, and the latter is an international standard. Implications of IoT Connections. Systems slowing down with no possible explanation are a red flag.

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IoT Encryption Phishing Risk 89

Security Boulevard

MAY 30, 2023

cloud), businesses are lacking a scalable and secure architecture that is built around an increasingly remote, cloud-based and perimeter-less environment. What’s more, with the growing adoption of edge computing and internet-of-things (IoT) devices, enterprises are struggling.

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Architecture IoT Internet Internet 64

SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

With controls in place to help abate properly assessed risk factors, critical infrastructure facilities can then enhance their cyber hygiene further through the implementation of security awareness programs. Ideally, such courses will take into consideration critical infrastructure’s unique blend of IT, OT and IoT.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

The Ukrainian government has warned that Russia is planning a massive attack against the critical infrastructure of Ukraine and of its allies. The post Russia ‘Plans’ HUGE Cyberattack on Critical Infrastructure appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Government Social Engineering Security Awareness Engineering 111

Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

The Australian government has given itself an enormous surveillance tool. Spy Powers Coming Here—via Australia appeared first on Security Boulevard. Five Eyes means that rules in Oz can be used here, too. The post Secret Govt.

Surveillance 119

Surveillance Government Social Engineering Security Awareness 119

Security Boulevard

MAY 3, 2021

The UK Security Service MI5 said 10,000 staff from every UK government department and from important UK industries have been lured by fake LinkedIn profiles. The United States should lead by example and execute a sustained, aggressive, whole of government, intelligence-driven anti-ransomware campaign, coordinated by the White House.

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Ransomware Passwords Scams Government 124

Cytelligence

JANUARY 14, 2020

More targeted ransomware – 2019 saw ransomware exploits getting highly targeted against specific businesses, as well as local government. The rise of cyber insurance – Underwriters will sell more cyber insurance policies for businesses and government agencies such as schools, hospitals and utilities. Cyber Security Awareness Training

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Cybersecurity Cyber Insurance Insurance Ransomware 65

SC Magazine

MAY 1, 2021

Brian Levine is senior director of product security at Axway, a global security engineering organization delivering training, tools, processes and DevSecOps practices for secure applications and cloud services to the enterprise market. In government, Brooks served under President George W.

Computers and Electronics 126

Computers and Electronics Technology Education Information Security 126

Security Boulevard

APRIL 15, 2022

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Malware Government Technology Software 98

Security Boulevard

APRIL 10, 2024

LG Fixes Smart TV Vulns appeared first on Security Boulevard. 4×CVE=RCE or Merely CE? Update your LG TV now, or let hackers root it. But is Bitdefender overhyping the issue? The post Watch This? Patch This!

Social Engineering 135

Social Engineering IoT Data privacy Engineering 135

Security Boulevard

APRIL 29, 2024

The post South Korean iPhone Ban: MDM DMZ PDQ appeared first on Security Boulevard. MDM Hindered: Android phones are still OK; this is Samsung’s home, after all.

Social Engineering 129

Social Engineering Data privacy Engineering IoT 129

Security Boulevard

APRIL 18, 2024

It says the bill “threatens national security.” The post House Passes Privacy-Preserving Bill, but Biden Blasts it appeared first on Security Boulevard. Are you a FANFSA fan? The White House isn’t.

Social Engineering 134

Social Engineering Advertising Data privacy Engineering 134

Security Boulevard

MARCH 11, 2024

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency penetrated in February, via vuln in Ivanti. The post Irony of Ironies: CISA Hacked — ‘by China’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. Free rides and traffic jams: U.S.

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Hacking Cybersecurity Social Engineering Data privacy 138

eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Given the ease with which these vulnerabilities might be exploited, rapid action is required to prevent broad assaults on both government and commercial networks. Regular system upgrades and security audits are essential for maintaining strong defenses. Atlassian updated its advisory on Nov.

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Software Education Firmware Ransomware 91

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The post ‘Total Bollocks’ — No, Your Toothbrush isn’t DDoS’ing appeared first on Security Boulevard. PR FAIL: Were 3 million toothbrushes hacked into a botnet? Or does a Fortinet spokeschild have egg on his face?

Hacking 142

Hacking Social Engineering DDOS Internet 142

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

I❤️POE: Does your home security need a rethink? The post ALERT: Thieves❤️Wi-Fi Camera Jammers appeared first on Security Boulevard. Wireless cameras are kinda useless, say cops.

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Wireless Social Engineering Internet Internet 132

Security Boulevard

APRIL 9, 2024

The post FCC Mulls Rules to Protect Abuse Survivors from Stalking Through Cars appeared first on Security Boulevard. To protect domestic violence survivors from abusers, the FCC wants to include internet-connected vehicles under the Safe Communication Act.

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Internet Internet Security Awareness IoT 128

NopSec

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Thus, CVSS is well suited as a standard measurement system for industries, organizations, and governments that need accurate and consistent vulnerability severity scores for vulnerability prioritization. A CVSS score is also represented as a vector string, a compressed textual representation of the values used to derive the score.

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Software IoT Cyber Attacks Social Engineering 52

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

via Router Botnet) appeared first on Security Boulevard. a/k/a BRONZE SILHOUETTE: FBI head Wray won’t tolerate China’s “real-world threat to our physical safety.” The post FBI Warning: China Will Hack US Infra.

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Hacking Social Engineering Data privacy Engineering 126

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Bootkit Bug in shim.efi appeared first on Security Boulevard. Snow joke: A Microsoft researcher found it—and it’s somehow Microsoft’s fault. The post Linux Vendors Squawk: PATCH NOW — CVSS 9.8

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Social Engineering Data privacy Engineering IoT 132

Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The post FBI’s Warrantless Spying on US Must Continue, Says FBI appeared first on Security Boulevard. Privacy, schmivacy: FBI head Christopher Wray (pictured) doesn’t see what all the fuss is about. Just renew FISA section 702 already!

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Surveillance Data privacy IoT Government 128

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 23, 2024

The document was put together by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), FBI, and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and touches on. After some stops and starts, U.S.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 3, 2023

appeared first on Security Boulevard. Déjà Vu: Hack of WD systems leads to My Cloud service outage. Owners unable to access files. The post Western Digital Hacked: ‘My Cloud’ Data Dead (Even Local Storage!)

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Hacking Social Engineering IoT Security Awareness 145

Security Boulevard

APRIL 7, 2023

The post Tesla Staff Shared Saucy Snaps of Customers (Sources Say) appeared first on Security Boulevard. I guess I’m banned from Twitter now: Tesla employees mocked and memeified private photos and videos. Firm’s message boards were full of the stuff.

Social Engineering 141

Social Engineering IoT Security Awareness Engineering 141

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 11, 2024

The post NoaBot Pwns Hundreds of SSH Servers as Crypto Miners appeared first on Security Boulevard. ‘hi’ — Mirai-based botnet exploits weak authentication to mine fake money.

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Authentication IoT Cryptocurrency Security Awareness 81

Security Boulevard

JUNE 20, 2023

The post Microsoft Repeatedly Burned in ‘Layer 7’ DDoS appeared first on Security Boulevard. Unlucky number: Time and again this month, “Russian” hackers bring down Microsoft clouds.

DDOS 144

DDOS Security Awareness IoT Risk 144

Security Boulevard

MAY 24, 2023

Or, at least, OLDER phones: SPI/TEE MITM FAIL The post ‘BrutePrint’ Unlocks Android Phones — Chinese Researchers appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Social Engineering Authentication IoT Security Awareness 130

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 9, 2023

But some vendors faced stiff criticism over their privacy and security stances. The post CES 2023 FAIL: Worst in Show for Security and Privacy appeared first on Security Boulevard. The Consumer Electronics Show wrapped up yesterday.

Social Engineering 141

Social Engineering IoT Security Awareness Engineering 141

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The post FBI Warns: Ubiquiti EdgeRouter is STILL Not Secure appeared first on Security Boulevard. GRU APT28 is back again: Fancy Bear still hacking ubiquitous gear, despite patch availability.

Hacking 86

Hacking Social Engineering Data privacy Authentication 86

Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 20, 2023

The post SSH FAIL: Terrapin Attack Smashes ‘Secure’ Shell Spec appeared first on Security Boulevard. Testy Testudine: Lurking vuln in SSH spec means EVERY implementation must build patches.

Digital transformation 86

Digital transformation Social Engineering Data privacy Authentication 86

Security Boulevard

JULY 28, 2023

The post Android Foils AirTag Stalkers and Thieves — While Apple Does Nothing appeared first on Security Boulevard. C’mon Cupertino: “Unknown Tracker Detected,” your phone screams.

Social Engineering 98

Social Engineering IoT Security Awareness Engineering 98

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 2, 2024

appeared first on Security Boulevard. Déjà Vu: Hack of WD systems leads to My Cloud service outage. Owners unable to access files. The post Best of 2023: Western Digital Hacked: ‘My Cloud’ Data Dead (Even Local Storage!)

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Security Boulevard

JULY 7, 2023

The post Contec SolarView: Critical Bug Unpatched After 14 MONTHS appeared first on Security Boulevard. PV OT: VPN PDQ! CVSS known since May 2022—but still exploitable on 400+ net-connected OT/ICS/SCADA systems.

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VPN CISO IoT Security Awareness 105