Security Through Education

JANUARY 18, 2023

Perhaps we thought, who would want to hack a completely unknow person like me? IBM describes the internet of things (IoT) as the “the concept of connecting any device … to the Internet and to other connected devices.” The expanse of the IoT has permeated every aspect of society. Impersonation Scams. Update your software.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 3, 2023

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

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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

JANUARY 2, 2024

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

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Malwarebytes

JULY 5, 2021

Researchers explore the insecure world of the subdomain (Source: Can i take your subdomain) Cyber insurance model is broken, consider banning ransomware payments (Source: The Register) How facial recognition solutions can safeguard the hybrid workplace (Source: Help Net Security) Capital One hacker faces fresh charges for 2019 hacking spree (Source: (..)

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 8, 2024

file was indexed by IoT search engines was in March 2022, meaning that the data was exposed for at least 15 months. With access to government SMTP credentials, attackers can impersonate government officials or employees to conduct social engineering attacks. According to the team, the first time the env.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 2, 2021

In our latest video, we demonstrate an attack scenario that can occur within any organization – hacking a smart TV. According to the 2020 Insider Threat Report , contractors, service providers, and temporary workers pose the greatest risk to 50% of organizations. SecurityAffairs – hacking, Smart TV). The Faceless Man.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 9, 2022

The post Putin’s ‘Victory Parade’ TV Show Hacked: ‘Blood on Your Hands’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. Ukrainian hackers and their friends continue to pummel Russian computers. Hundreds of millions of documents” are being leaked. And today, Putin’s famous Victory Parade has been marred by hackers.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 4, 2019

Related: We’re in the midst of ‘cyber Pearl Harbor’ Peel back the layers of just about any sophisticated, multi-staged network breach and you’ll invariably find memory hacking at the core. Here’s what I took away from our discussion: Transient hacks. One tried-and-true incursion method pivots off social engineering.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

In the Elasticsearch instance, researchers stumbled upon 16 indices named “hacked[_id]” that are likely Indicators of Compromise (IoC). Source: Cybernews The fact that these indices were discovered suggests that the instance was not under regular monitoring, putting users at risk. Amount of IoC.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 5, 2023

I held this position from 2000 through 2014, during which time Windows emerged as a prime target for both precocious script kiddies and emerging criminal hacking rings. Kapczynski Erin: Could you share your thoughts on the role of artificial intelligence, machine learning and the growth of IoT devices in both cyber defense and cyberattacks?

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 28, 2023

As enterprise IT environments have expanded to include mobile and IoT devices and cloud and edge technology, new types of tests have emerged to address new risks, but the same general principles and techniques apply. If an attacker can breach a network, the risks are very high. Complete Guide & Steps.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Verifying machine identities before enabling access can help secure Internet of Things (IoT) networks, which would otherwise expand supply chains’ attack surfaces. Their distributed nature means someone would have to hack the whole network , not just a few devices, to infiltrate them. Improve Transparency Through Blockchain.

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The Security Ledger

AUGUST 11, 2018

Scores of contests at the annual DEF CON event reveal hacker culture in its Baroque glory, with tests of social engineering and IoT hacking skills taking center stage. They don’t call it “Hacker Summer Camp” for nothing. Read the whole entry. »

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

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

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 30, 2019

Nation-state hacking reduced the use of complex malware and appears to go towards low profile social engineering attacks. Unfortunately, low-capability organisations /end-users have no access to cyberthreat intelligence solutions exposing them to severe risks of hack. ” continues the report.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

When the pandemic struck, online bad actors took it as an opportunity to double-down on their attacks through ransomware, malware, and social engineering. Luckily, new tech trends could help keep our financial data safe even with an increase in risk. Article by Beau Peters. Here’s what you should know. .

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 6, 2022

Third-party Risks Take Center Stage. Third-party risks are at the forefront of security concerns, with identity risk management provider SecZetta predicting that “supply chain paranoia” will take over the cybersecurity world this year. Also read: Best Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) Tools for 2022. .”

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Penetration testing can also involve common hacking techniques such as social engineering , phishing attacks , dropped USB drive attacks, etc. Internet of Things (IoT) devices connected to the network, such as security cameras, TVs, etc. “White hat” and ethical hacking certifications are just cool to have.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

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

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 23, 2023

These delays can increase the risk to the organization which increases the potential for breaches and other damages. For example, a network and firewall penetration testing expert will be unlikely to also have expertise to test web applications for SQL injection , or to understand internet-of-things (IoT) firmware hacking.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 8, 2022

From Internet of Things (IoT) devices to the cloud and hybrid work endpoints , cybersecurity spending has also grown and shifted since COVID-19 changed the way the world works. “In The report projected another year of growth in investment for the sector, this time at 15%. In 2004, the global cybersecurity market was worth just $3.5

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Security Affairs

MAY 7, 2021

In fact, attackers often don’t even need to hack them to steal all that precious data: one of the most common causes of a breach are databases that have been simply left unsecured, allowing anyone to access the data without providing a username or password. SecurityAffairs – hacking, PLA Unit 61419). Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 5, 2022

The Emergency Alert System run by FEMA and the FCC is vulnerable to hacking. This is NOT a test. All will be revealed next week at DEF?CON?30. The post US Emergency Alert System Has ‘Huge Flaw’ — Broadcasters Must Patch NOW appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 26, 2023

Unfortunately, the increasing reliance on digital systems and capabilities has also attracted an ever-growing number of malicious actors seeking to defraud businesses through phishing , social engineering , or ransomware attacks. The end result of these types of cyber attacks are often highly public and damaging data breaches.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 10, 2022

cleverly anticipated the Russian invasion of Ukraine and skilfully helped the country shore up its defences against Russian hacking. Mainstream media has been full of stories about how the U.S. But scratch the surface and there’s not much of a There there. What looks like a coordinated PR campaign relies on “people familiar with the.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

An infosec researcher was hacked by North Korea. law enforcement did nothing, so he took matters into his own hands. The post US Hacker ‘P4x’ Gets Back at Pyongyang (but We Smell a Rat) appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 23, 2021

This attack highlights two core vulnerabilities that put all organizations at risk, the first one being insiders. It is not new information that insiders pose the most significant cybersecurity risk to enterprises. Finally, disguises can be the perfect social engineering technique to gain physical access. But clever?

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

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

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Security Boulevard

MAY 17, 2024

DPRK IT WFH: Justice Department says N. Korean hackers are getting remote IT jobs, posing as Americans. The post North Korea IT Worker Scam Brings Malware and Funds Nukes appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

The post Okta Screws Up (Yet Again) — ALL Customers’ Data Hacked, not just 1% appeared first on Security Boulevard. You had one job: Last month’s sheer incompetence descends this week into UTTER FARCE.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Generative AI Impact : Generative AI will have a big role in cyber security, especially in areas like email protection and fighting social engineering attacks. IoT Vulnerabilities: With the proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) devices, the number of IoT-related cyber attacks is expected to increase by 25% in 2024.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Too many times: Federal Communications Commission shuts stable door after horse bolted. But chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel (pictured) was hoping it would save us. The post FCC’s Got New Rules for SIM-Swap and Port-Out Fraud appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 13, 2023

BreachLock offers a wide range of services covering cloud , network , application , API , mobile, social engineering and third-party partner tests, and can help with SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA, and ISO 27001 regulatory requirements too. Like BreachLock, ScienceSoft also offers a mix of manual and automated testing.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 30, 2020

The Decipher Security podcast by Duo Security analyzes the news, explores the impact of the latest risks, and provides informative and educational material for readers intent on understanding how security affects our world. People see what happens after a system has been hacked and someone who's installed malware. We don't handle that.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 30, 2020

The Decipher Security podcast by Duo Security analyzes the news, explores the impact of the latest risks, and provides informative and educational material for readers intent on understanding how security affects our world. People see what happens after a system has been hacked and someone who's installed malware. We don't handle that.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 30, 2020

The Decipher Security podcast by Duo Security analyzes the news, explores the impact of the latest risks, and provides informative and educational material for readers intent on understanding how security affects our world. People see what happens after a system has been hacked and someone who's installed malware. We don't handle that.

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