The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

This category of awards ranks the worlds top 50 software education products based on authentic reviews from more than 100 million G2 users. Warn “We are thrilled to be recognized for a second consecutive year by G2’s Best Software Awards, said Dara Warn, CEO of INE. Cary, NC, Feb.

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SecureList

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The primary objective of these services is risk reduction. Policy violations by employees Most organizations focus on external threats; however, policy violations pose a major risk , with 51% of SMB incidents and 43% of enterprise incidents involving IT security policy violations caused by employees. aspx Backdoor.ASP.WEBS HELL.SM

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 12, 2025

This new agentic AI solution leverages semantic reasoning to analyze application code and logic in real time, delivering deterministic vulnerability detection, contextual risk prioritization, and automated remediation. San Jose, Calif., Aptoris AI-driven approach goes beyond traditional static analysis. Users can learn more at [link].

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Responsible Cyber

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Effective from January 2025, DORA mandates that financial institutions implement robust measures to manage Information and Communication Technology (ICT) risks, with a significant emphasis on Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM). Contracts must clearly outline service expectations, security requirements, and compliance obligations.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 29, 2025

The accelerated adoption of software as a service (SaaS) has fundamentally changed software consumption patterns, but it has also introduced a significant concentration of risk across enterprise environments and global critical infrastructure.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 1, 2025

Researchers found a set of vulnerabilities in Apples AirPlay SDK that put billions of users at risk of their devices being taking over. Rapid Security Response (RSR) is a type of software patch delivering security fixes between Apples regular, scheduled software updates. Learn how to update the software on your Apple TV.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Ron Wyden warns of national security risks after Elon Musk s DOGE was given full access to sensitive Treasury systems. Ron Wyden warned of national security risks after Elon Musk s team, Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), was granted full access to a sensitive U.S. Treasury payments system poses significant risks.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Businesses must adopt tools and automation capable of invoking immediate action, even at the risk of false positives. Raising security baselines across industries is essential, with risk mitigationnot acceptancebecoming the standard. Security teams will need to address the unique risks posed using LLMs in mission critical environments.

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IT Security Guru

JANUARY 30, 2025

So, lets explore how spread betting platforms are rising to this challenge and ensuring that their platforms are cyber risk-free. Cyber Risks Facing Spread Betting Platforms Cyber threats are becoming more dangerous than ever, and spread betting platforms are a major target for most of these cyberattacks. Enable 2FA.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 3, 2024

In the modern world of software development, code quality is becoming a critical factor that determines a project success. Such incidents not only harm users but also undermine trust in technology in general, and pose reputational risks to companies. Therefore, regular code checks help protect information in advance and minimize risks.

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Software Risk Education Cyber Attacks 200

The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 23, 2024

As small businesses increasingly depend on digital technologies to operate and grow, the risks associated with cyber threats also escalate. INE Security advises businesses to secure their network by using firewalls, encrypting data, and regularly updating security software. Cary, NC, Oct.

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SecureList

APRIL 7, 2025

Such software enjoys the trust of monitoring tools and doesn’t raise suspicions. Presumably, this is to allow the operator to verify that the tool was run without errors, so that the payload file can be moved without risk of detection. Monitoring tools track the installation of such drivers and check applications that perform it.

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Jane Frankland

JUNE 8, 2025

However, the lines are blurring and if these executive roles don’t realign—clearly and deliberately—the result will be friction, inefficiency, and exposure to security and reputational risks that no organisation can afford. The CIO: At Risk of Being Sidelined Historically, the CIO oversaw enterprise-wide IT. Projects stall.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 20, 2024

” According to Binding Operational Directive (BOD) 22-01: Reducing the Significant Risk of Known Exploited Vulnerabilities , FCEB agencies have to address the identified vulnerabilities by the due date to protect their networks against attacks exploiting the flaws in the catalog. x and higher.”

Software 113

Software Hacking Cybersecurity Risk 113

SecureList

APRIL 22, 2025

This will enable organizations that may be at risk of infection from the backdoor to take swift action to protect themselves from this threat. ViPNet is a software suite for creating secure networks. Impersonating a ViPNet update Our investigation revealed that the backdoor targets computers connected to ViPNet networks.

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Software Encryption Architecture Malware 80

Security Affairs

JANUARY 28, 2025

Threat actors exploit recently fixed SimpleHelp RMM software vulnerabilities to breach targeted networks, experts warn. “On 22 January 2025, Arctic Wolf began observing a campaign involving unauthorised access to devices running SimpleHelp RMM software as an initial access vector. ” reads the report published by Artic Wolf.

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Software Passwords Accountability Encryption 70

WIRED Threat Level

MAY 5, 2025

The open source software easyjson is used by the US government and American companies. But its ties to Russias VK, whose CEO has been sanctioned, have researchers sounding the alarm.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Part three of a four-part series In 2024, global pressure on companies to implement advanced data protection measures intensified, with new standards in encryption and software transparency raising the bar. Similarly, software bills of materials (SBOMs) underscore the need for better accountability in third-party software.

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Cybersecurity CISO Risk Government 130

The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Avaya Holdings , Check Point Software Technologies , and Mimecast Limited each minimized or obscured the extent of security breaches linked to the SolarWinds Orion hack, impacting investor trust and highlighting the critical importance of clear, truthful communication. SEC investigators gathered evidence that Unisys Corp.,

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CISO CSO Risk Cyber threats 263

Krebs on Security

JANUARY 31, 2025

The “fud” bit stands for “Fully Un-Detectable,” and it refers to cybercrime resources that will evade detection by security tools like antivirus software or anti-spam appliances. “Ironically, the Manipulaters may create more short-term risk to their own customers than law enforcement,” DomainTools wrote.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Unmanaged software as a service (SaaS) applications and AI tools within organizations are posing a growing security risk as vulnerabilities increase, according to a report from Grip Security. The post Majority of SaaS Applications, AI Tools Unmanaged appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Software Risk Security Awareness Cybersecurity 121

Security Boulevard

JUNE 3, 2025

Data center tracking software offers real-time insights into assets, environmental controls, and risks, helping professionals cut costs, manage risks, and boost efficiency. The post Unleashing Efficiency: Top Benefits of Data Center Tracking Software appeared first on Hyperview.

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Software Risk 52

The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 3, 2024

The rogue extensions can add pop-ups to the active webpage, such as fake software update prompts, tricking users into downloading malware. Ramachandran Vivek Ramachandran , Founder & CEO of SquareX , warned about the mounting risks: “Browser extensions are a blind spot for EDR/XDR and SWGs have no way to infer their presence.

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Risk Password Management Malware Media 243

The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Shashanka Dr. Madhu Shashanka , Chief Data Scientist, Concentric AI Generative AI in 2025 will bring transformative opportunities but heightened cybersecurity risks, including data exposure, AI misuse, and novel threats like prompt injection attacks. Organizations face rising risks of AI-driven social engineering and personal device breaches.

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Risk Threat Detection Technology Phishing 173

Security Affairs

JUNE 4, 2025

has been discovered in the Roundcube webmail software. The vulnerability went unnoticed for over a decade, an attacker can exploit the flaw to take control of affected systems and run malicious code, putting users and organizations at significant risk. A critical flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-49113 (CVSS score of 9.9) x before 1.6.11

Authentication 115

Authentication Risk Hacking Technology 115

Google Security

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Posted by Alex Rebert, Security Foundations, and Chandler Carruth, Jen Engel, Andy Qin, Core Developers Error-prone interactions between software and memory 1 are widely understood to create safety issues in software. It is estimated that about 70% of severe vulnerabilities 2 in memory-unsafe codebases are due to memory safety bugs.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 21, 2025

Check out key findings and insights from the Tenable Cloud AI Risk Report 2025. And get the latest on open source software security; cyber scams; and IoT security. 1 - Tenable: Orgs using AI in the cloud face thorny cyber risks Using AI tools in cloud environments?

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Risk IoT Cybersecurity Manufacturing 69

Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

How to keep your email account safe There are a few things you can do to stay safe from the cookie thieves: Use security software on every device you use. Keep your devices and the software on them up to date, so there aren’t any known vulnerabilities on them. Is convenience worth the risk in this situation?

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Check Point Software Technologies Ltd., The SEC charged the companies with "materially misleading disclosures regarding cybersecurity risks and intrusions." The SEC further noted that Unisys lacked proper internal controls to ensure accurate and timely reporting of such high-risk incidents. Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.

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Cybersecurity Risk Hacking Software 113

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JUNE 3, 2025

What is Data Security Risk? Risks are introduced to the databases, file servers, data lakes, cloud repositories, and storage devices through all the access paths to and from these systems. Why does complexity factor into data security risk? Many factors drive organizations growth and at the same time security complexity.

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Risk Technology Government Cyber Risk 62

Schneier on Security

APRIL 12, 2023

Bad actors have figured out ways to use public USB ports to introduce malware and monitoring software onto devices that access these ports. How much of a risk is this, really? Carry your own charger and USB cord and use an electrical outlet instead.

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Malware Software Risk 349

SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

The group has been observed leaking stolen data, potentially putting individuals and businesses at risk. Security is a financial risk, especially if these vendors have access to your environment or if sensitive information (like PII) is shared." Shortly after the attacks, the SEC launched an investigation into Progress Software.

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Data breaches Identity Theft Education Software 117

SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This advisory highlights specific vulnerabilities and offers guidance to mitigate risks for software developers and end-user organizations. These vulnerabilities span a range of technologies, from network security appliances to widely used software applications.

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Software Cyber threats Passwords Risk 112

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 23, 2024

The charges result from an investigation conducted by the US government into public companies potentially impacted by the supply chain attack on SolarWinds’ Orion software. The federal securities laws prohibit half-truths, and there is no exception for statements in risk-factor disclosures.”

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 22, 2025

A vulnerability in the 7-Zip file software allows attackers to bypass the Mark of the Web (MotW) Windows security feature. Attackers can exploit a vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-0411 , in the free, open-source file archiver software 7-Zip to bypass the Mark of the Web (MotW) Windows security feature.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 28, 2025

To check if youre using the latest software version, go to Settings (or System Settings ) > General > Software Update. We dont just report on phone securitywe provide it Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline.

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