Security Boulevard

JULY 11, 2023

Two previous decisions had been struck down by the EU’s judicial branch, due to the risk of NSA surveillance under FISA§702. The post EU-US data transfers back in hotseat: Security of user data adds to privacy concerns appeared first on Security Boulevard. The Europeans say a new agreement with the U.S.

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Webroot

MARCH 9, 2021

By default, DNS traffic is unencrypted, allowing internet service providers and other third parties to monitor website requests, surveil browsing habits, and even duplicate web servers to redirect traffic. However, cybercriminals can also use legal DNS traffic surveillance to their advantage.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 22, 2021

Earlier in July, a group of security researchers revealed that they had been working together to uncover a widespread surveillance of journalists, politicians, government officials, chief executives, and human rights activists.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Google pulled several ads for violating its policy against promoting “ stalkerware ,” surveillance apps that encourage users to spy on their spouses or significant others. We do not allow ads promoting spyware for partner surveillance,” a Google spokesperson told TechCrunch. “We

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

These allegations, which were made via China's official WeChat account , claim that the Tailored Access Operations (TAO) unit of the NSA conducted cyberattacks in 2009 and maintained continuous surveillance on Huawei's servers.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

The Cloud Computing Excellence Awards recognize companies and products that most effectively deliver network security through cloud platforms and provide security for cloud based applications. INFINITY is a state of the art malware and vulnerability remediation service featuring unique, patent-pending technology.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

This paragraph caught my attention, as I’ve been trying to shift the discussion from surveillance to debt capitalism. What does this algorithm-industrial complex look like and who is involved?

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 29, 2024

The design company will install surveillance cameras and data loss prevention (DLP) technology to monitor physical and digital theft attempts. The 911 call center will use weather forecasts to predict power outages and network monitoring software to watch for both operations and security issues to computer and phone systems.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

The APT32 also targeted peripheral network security and technology infrastructure corporations, and security firms that may have connections with foreign investors. “This unlawful surveillance violates the right to privacy and stifles freedom of expression.”

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 3, 2019

British antimalware and network security vendor Sophos refers to this new tactic as “automated, active attacks.” Sophos Senior Security Advisor John Shier broke it down for me. Acohido is dedicated to fostering public awareness about how to make the Internet as private and secure as it ought to be. I’ll keep watch.

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SC Magazine

JUNE 24, 2021

Fortunately, there are options for businesses looking to strike a balance between network security and employee privacy. Companies may also want to set policies that limit how much and specifically what employee data is actually collected, while also prohibiting excessive forms of surveillance – especially visual monitoring.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 5, 2022

Under our current system that relies on TCP/IP and HTTP (and increasingly HTTPS), whenever a user types a URL into an address bar in their web browser, multiple security risks are present. “There are so many security risks up the stack,” Muffett said. ” Muffett continued: It’s from you to them, end-to-end secure.”

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

By using the provider’s knowledge and resources, enterprises may have access to best practices and sophisticated security features without needing in-house security expertise. Automated Security Updates & Patching The underlying hardware and software infrastructure is managed and maintained by IaaS providers.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 24, 2022

Provided these accusations are true, the disclosure shows a side of Twitter that poses a threat to its own users' personal information, to company shareholders, to national security, and to democracy. Otherwise known as Mudge, Peiter Zatko is a network security expert, open source programmer, writer, and a hacker.

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Centraleyes

MARCH 11, 2024

It is the guardian of cosmic security, addressing critical areas such as data security, identity and access management, and network security. Data Security: CSA CM provides guidelines and controls to ensure data security in the cloud. It encompasses encryption, data integrity, and secure storage practices.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

The scary part of the story is that a private surveillance firm was aware of the zero-day flaw since at least two years and is actively exploiting the SimJacker vulnerability to spy on mobile users in several countries.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 20, 2023

Vulnerabilities that could potentially be used by attackers to obtain unauthorized network access, steal data, or harm a system or network are identified and analyzed using a variety of tools and technologies.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 27, 2023

. “Despite recent struggles of some high-profile vendors, we assess with moderate confidence that there continues to be a very active and vibrant market for third-party malware, particularly surveillance tools, across the globe,” the researchers wrote.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Yes, pentesting and other forms of surveillance can help spot external threats. The practice of snooping on vendors, partners, and customers may bring about a side benefit, said Schulz: Better detection of insider threats. But that is where the bulk of attention is spent in cybersecurity.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

They walked me through how Project Furnace began as a quest to improve the output of SIEM (security information and event management) systems.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Citizens, for their part, are increasingly concerned with surveillance capitalism , a lack of anonymity and dependence on online services. Governments in many countries push for easier identification of Internet users to fight cybercrime, as well as “traditional” crime coordinated online.

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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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SC Magazine

MAY 7, 2021

Recently, a group of hackers located the super admin credentials for security camera company Verkada, and gained access to Verkada customers’ surveillance cameras , including Tesla and the Madison County Jail. Existing security technologies are not effective in protecting SaaS applications.

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Google Security

AUGUST 8, 2023

Hardening network security on Android The Android Security Model assumes that all networks are hostile to keep users safe from network packet injection, tampering, or eavesdropping on user traffic. We will also continue to partner with academic institutions to solve complex problems in network security.

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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

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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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Users of Wyze’s home security cameras over the past several days have reported glitches with the internet-connected devices, from losing camera coverage for hours to being able to see images and video from other people’s cameras. The post About 13,000 Wyze Customers Affected by Camera Glitch appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 21, 2022

From facial recognition to surveillance cameras to time trackers or just having a couple guys standing over employees’ shoulders, there are a multitude of ways to make sure employees are staying on-task and being productive. Want to Make Sure Remote Workers Can Access Your Network Securely?

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 14, 2023

Managers see their employees less often, people work off-network and on personal devices and they keep. The post Focusing On Productivity Helps Reduce Insider Risk appeared first on Security Boulevard. Many companies are concerned by the uptick in insider risk that’s come with the work-from-home boom.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The post Don’t Be Evil: Google’s Scary ‘IP Protection’ Privacy Plan appeared first on Security Boulevard. Firefox here we come! Free” privacy proxy for all Chrome users? What could POSSIBLY go wrong?

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 23, 2022

The post Oracle’s HUGE Ad Data Graph is ‘Illegal Panopticon’ — 5 BILLION People Big appeared first on Security Boulevard. Oracle “illegally” collects and links data about you, selling it to the highest bidder—all without your consent.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Price: Subscription for $149/year Duration: Year Format: Short videos and additional materials for self-passage If you are relatively new to the subject, we advise you to choose The Complete Cyber Security Course to cover all bases. Anonymous Browsing: All you wanted to know about anonymous browsing.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The United States will impose visa restrictions on foreign individuals who have been involving the misuse of spyware, the latest effort by the Biden Administration to address the dangers of the commercial software that often is used by governments and law enforcement agencies to target and surveil journalists, activists, and other individuals.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

In the US, for example, the FTC has requested public comments on the “prevalence of commercial surveillance and data security practices that harm consumers” to inform future legislation. Indeed, we saw regulatory activity around the globe.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 12, 2021

The post The Future of Drone Terrorism on Display Today appeared first on Security Boulevard. Continue reading The Future of Drone Terrorism on Display Today ?.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 20, 2020

Whether piercing the network security perimeter is accomplished via a sophisticated code injection into trusted software or the simple click of a well written phishing email, the result is the same. The weakest link in the security chain is the people who manage, administer and operate their computer systems. System Auditing.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 24, 2022

The attack may attack video surveillance, closed-circuit TV, or IP camera positioned in a location with a line of sight with the transmitting computer. ". Dr. Guri highlights the fact that in March 2021 a group of hackers was able to successfully compromise a Silicon Valley startup that worked with security cameras.

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