By Owais Sultan FinOps holds the idea that businesses can reach their desired peak performances without cloud wastages. Read here to… This is a post from HackRead.com Read the original post: 6 FinOps Principles and Best Practices This article has…
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The Call to Fuel Partner Success
I am thrilled by how Cisco continues to come together, especially at Cisco Partner Summit 2023, to truly Fuel Partner Success and drive an increase in productivity and profitability. The theme of Greater Together is one that draws us away…
Student discount: Get 50% off Malwarebytes
We’ve got good news. Malwarebytes is now offering 50% off our products to students, wherever you are in the world. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Student discount: Get 50% off Malwarebytes
CISA Releases Cybersecurity Guidance for Healthcare, Public Health Organizations
New CISA guidance details cyber threats and risks to healthcare and public health organizations and recommends mitigations. The post CISA Releases Cybersecurity Guidance for Healthcare, Public Health Organizations appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek RSS…
FCC’s Got New Rules for SIM-Swap and Port-Out Fraud
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. This…
CISA to Provide Cybersecurity Services to Critical Infrastructure Entities
The federal government’s top cybersecurity agency wants to become the managed services provider for commercial critical infrastructure entities, which have become an increasing target of cybercriminals. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is piloting a program that will enable…
NetSupport RAT Infections on the Rise – Targeting Government and Business Sectors
Threat actors are targeting the education, government and business services sectors with a remote access trojan called NetSupport RAT. “The delivery mechanisms for the NetSupport RAT encompass fraudulent updates, drive-by downloads, utilization of malware loaders (such as GHOSTPULSE), and various forms of…
OpenAI Staff Threaten To Resign Over Altman Sacking
Majority of OpenAI staff threaten to quit and join Microsoft unless current board resigns after shock ouster of former chief Sam Altman This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: OpenAI Staff Threaten To Resign Over…
READYgg Onboards 15 Million Web2 Players into Web3 in Partnership with Aptos Labs
By Owais Sultan Millions of players will enter web3 gaming thanks to a new partnership between READYgg and Aptos Labs realized… This is a post from HackRead.com Read the original post: READYgg Onboards 15 Million Web2 Players into Web3 in…
Operationalize cyber risk quantification for smart security
Organizations constantly face new tactics from cyber criminals who aim to compromise their most valuable assets. Yet despite evolving techniques, many security leaders still rely on subjective terms, such as low, medium and high, to communicate and manage cyber risk.…
Optus CEO resigns following service outage debacle
The Australian telco’s CFO has taken over as interim chief, while outgoing CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin highlighted her session with the Senate. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article: Optus CEO…
Sam Altman’s AI ‘mission continues’ at Microsoft, future of OpenAI and ChatGPT uncertain
In a rollercoaster ride of a weekend for generative AI darling OpenAI, co-founders Sam Altman and Greg Brockman are now at Microsoft and OpenAI is grappling with how to move forward. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for…
Morgan Stanley Fined $6.5 Million for Exposing Customer Information
Morgan Stanley agrees to pay $6.5 million for exposing personal information through negligent data-security practices. The post Morgan Stanley Fined $6.5 Million for Exposing Customer Information appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek RSS Feed Read…
XDR Cybersecurity: Technologies and Best Practices
The implementation of an XDR strategy can significantly strengthen an organization’s cybersecurity framework. The post XDR Cybersecurity: Technologies and Best Practices appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article: XDR Cybersecurity:…
Apple Adopts Universal Texting Standard
Apple has made a significant move away from the iMessage exclusivity that has dominated its environment for more than ten years and toward the adoption of a universal texting standard. This action is anticipated to close the messaging gap between…
Product Walkthrough: Silverfort’s Unified Identity Protection Platform
In this article, we will provide a brief overview of Silverfort’s platform, the first (and currently only) unified identity protection platform on the market. Silverfort’s patented technology aims to protect organizations from identity-based attacks by integrating with existing identity and…
DarkGate and PikaBot Malware Resurrect QakBot’s Tactics in New Phishing Attacks
Phishing campaigns delivering malware families such as DarkGate and PikaBot are following the same tactics previously used in attacks leveraging the now-defunct QakBot trojan. “These include hijacked email threads as the initial infection, URLs with unique patterns that limit user…
Akamai EdgeWorkers and Uniform: Personalize Web Pages at Scale Without Flicker
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Do We Want an Immersive Web?
A fully immersive web should have been a reality by now but is conspicuous by its absence. Do businesses need these immersive spaces? Is there a business case to build these environments? Does the technology need to improve further for…
Musk Vows ‘Thermonuclear’ Lawsuit Against Watchdog
Musk says X/Twitter to sue Media Matters as IBM, other advertisers pause spending on platform amidst extremism row This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Musk Vows ‘Thermonuclear’ Lawsuit Against Watchdog
How the Evolving Role of the CISO Impacts Cybersecurity Startups
CISOs and vendors must work together to keep up with emerging threats and find solutions, says a group of CISOs and security entrepreneurs. This article has been indexed from Dark Reading Read the original article: How the Evolving Role of…
LummaC2 Stealer’s New Anti-Sandbox Technique? Trigonometry
New research by Outpost24 has revealed that malware developers are using sandbox evasion techniques to avoid exposing malicious behaviour inside a sandbox where malware is analysed by security researches. Outpost24’s threat intelligence team, KrakenLabs, discovered that malware developers are using trigonometry to…
Johnson Controls Patches Critical Vulnerability in Industrial Refrigeration Products
Johnson Controls has patched a critical vulnerability that can be exploited to take complete control of Frick industrial refrigeration products. The post Johnson Controls Patches Critical Vulnerability in Industrial Refrigeration Products appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed…
Microsoft Hires Sam Altman and OpenAI’s New CEO Vows to Investigate His Firing
Microsoft hired Sam Altman and another architect of OpenAI for a new venture after their sudden departures shocked the artificial intelligence world. The post Microsoft Hires Sam Altman and OpenAI’s New CEO Vows to Investigate His Firing appeared first on…
Morgan Stanley Ordered to Pay $6.5 Million for Exposing Customer Information
Morgan Stanley agrees to pay $6.5 million for exposing personal information through negligent data-security practices. The post Morgan Stanley Ordered to Pay $6.5 Million for Exposing Customer Information appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek RSS…
Maximizing Data Security: Why Simply Factory Resetting Your Android Phone Won’t Suffice Before Selling
In today’s tech landscape, concerns about smartphone data privacy are increasingly prevalent. While many may not possess highly sensitive information, the thought of unauthorized access to personal data remains unsettling. Despite following common safety practices online, uncertainties persist…
BYD Targets Tesla With Premium ‘Sea Lion’ EV
World’s biggest EV maker BYD launches direct competition to Tesla with Sea Lion 07 SUV, along with new launches from Li Auto, Zeekr, Xpeng This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: BYD Targets Tesla With…
Fortify Your Online Business – Security Tips for Starting an e-Commerce Website
By Owais Sultan E-commerce is a lucrative business, but it requires hard work and robust cybersecurity. This is a post from HackRead.com Read the original post: Fortify Your Online Business – Security Tips for Starting an e-Commerce Website This article…
Yamaha Ransomware Attack: Employees Personal Information Exposed
A ransomware attack targeted Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd., resulting in a partial disclosure of the personal information maintained by the company. Notably, a third party gained unauthorized access to one of the servers run by Yamaha Motor Philippines, Inc. (YMPH),…
Hackers accessed sensitive health data of Welltok patients
Hackers accessed the personal data of more than a million people by exploiting a security vulnerability in a file transfer tool used by Welltok, the healthcare platform owned by Virgin Pulse. Welltok, a Denver-based patient engagement company that works with…
Russia-linked APT29 group exploited WinRAR 0day in attacks against embassies
Russia-linked cyberespionage group APT29 has been observed leveraging the CVE-2023-38831 vulnerability in WinRAR in recent attacks. The Ukrainian National Security and Defense Council (NDSC) reported that APT29 (aka SVR group, Cozy Bear, Nobelium, Midnight Blizzard, and The Dukes) has been exploiting the CVE-2023-38831 vulnerability in…
Konni Campaign Distributed Via Malicious Document
FortiGuard Labs exposes the KONNI campaign’s distribution of using a counterfeit Russian military operation document. Read more on the details of the attack chain. This article has been indexed from Fortinet Threat Research Blog Read the original article: Konni…
Adopting CNAPP as a Bridge Between DevOps and Cloud-Native Security
A CNAPP can infuse security into DevOps workflows while paying close attention to the unique needs of cloud-native applications. The post Adopting CNAPP as a Bridge Between DevOps and Cloud-Native Security appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…
Google’s Bard AI Chatbot is now Accessible to Teenagers
Google is making Bard, its conversational AI tool, available to teens in a majority of nations across the globe. Teens who are of legal age to manage their own Google Account will be able to use the chatbot in…
Threat Intelligence with Sandbox Analysis: Security Analyst Guide – 2024
Threat intelligence (TI) is critical to organizations’ cybersecurity infrastructure, allowing them to keep track of the evolving threat landscape and ensure timely detection. However, TI Solutions’ information frequently lacks the specifics required for thorough security measures. One way to address…
Lasso Security emerges from stealth to wrangle LLM security
LLMs are rife with security issues: jailbreaking, data poisoning, insufficient data validation. How startup Lasso Security aims to help. This article has been indexed from Security News | VentureBeat Read the original article: Lasso Security emerges from stealth to wrangle…
Inside OpenAI’s chaotic weekend: The Sam Altman dismissal to Emmett Shear’s appointment
A shocking weekend at OpenAI: CEO Sam Altman fired, president Greg Brockman resigns, Emmett Shear appointed new CEO, and spurned Altman hired by Microsoft. This article has been indexed from Security News | VentureBeat Read the original article: Inside OpenAI’s…
Are DarkGate and PikaBot the new QakBot?
A malware phishing campaign that began spreading DarkGate malware in September of this year has evolved to become one of the most advanced phishing campaigns active in the threat landscape. Since then, the campaign has changed to use evasive tactics…
Google Eases Restrictions: Teens Navigate Bard with Guardrails
It has been announced that Google is planning on allowing teens in most countries to use a chatbot called Bard which is based on artificial intelligence and possesses some guardrails. It has been announced that on Thursday, Google will…
Intel Released Urgent Patch For Reptar Vulnerability In Its CPUs
Intel recently released a critical security fix for a newly discovered vulnerability affecting its CPUs.… Intel Released Urgent Patch For Reptar Vulnerability In Its CPUs on Latest Hacking News | Cyber Security News, Hacking Tools and Penetration Testing Courses. This…
Google Elaborates On Campaigns Exploiting A Now-Patched Zimbra Zero-Day
Months after ensuring that the patch actually works, Google has now disclosed more details about… Google Elaborates On Campaigns Exploiting A Now-Patched Zimbra Zero-Day on Latest Hacking News | Cyber Security News, Hacking Tools and Penetration Testing Courses. This article…
The Human Factor of Cyber Security
In my 2 decade career in cybersecurity, I have observed firsthand that while technology plays a significant role protecting organizations, the human element is equally crucial. It is often said that the most sophisticated security protocols can be undermined by…
Cisco ISE Takes a Trio of TrustRadius Awards
Cisco ISE secures three victories in TrustRadius Best of Awards. This article has been indexed from Cisco Blogs Read the original article: Cisco ISE Takes a Trio of TrustRadius Awards
New “Agent Tesla” Variant: Unusual “ZPAQ” Archive Format Delivers Malware
A new variant of Agent Tesla uses the uncommon compression format ZPAQ to steal information from approximately 40 web browsers and various email clients. But what exactly is this file compression format? What advantage does it provide to threat actors?…
Using Generative AI for Surveillance
Generative AI is going to be a powerful tool for data analysis and summarization. Here’s an example of it being used for sentiment analysis. My guess is that it isn’t very good yet, but that it will get better. This…
Cybersecurity, Legal, and Financial Experts Share Their Reactions to the SEC’s Latest Cyber Disclosure Regulations | Kovrr Blog
Articles related to cyber risk quantification, cyber risk management, and cyber resilience. The post Cybersecurity, Legal, and Financial Experts Share Their Reactions to the SEC’s Latest Cyber Disclosure Regulations | Kovrr Blog appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has…
Yamaha Motor Confirms Data Breach Following Ransomware Attack
Yamaha Motor discloses ransomware attack impacting the personal information of its Philippines subsidiary’s employees. The post Yamaha Motor Confirms Data Breach Following Ransomware Attack appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek RSS Feed Read the original…
5 Steps to Assessing Risk Profiles of Third-Party SSE Platforms
It’s crucial to thoroughly assess the risk profiles of various SSE platforms and weigh their suitability against their organization’s risk tolerance before adopting SSE. The post 5 Steps to Assessing Risk Profiles of Third-Party SSE Platforms appeared first on SecurityWeek.…
Cyber Security Today, Nov. 20, 2023 – Forbid ransomware payments, says a Canadian hospital
This episode reports on ransomware attacks, a man sentenced in the US for his role in a hacking schem This article has been indexed from IT World Canada Read the original article: Cyber Security Today, Nov. 20, 2023 – Forbid…
OpenAI’s Altman Courted Investors For AI Chip, Device
In weeks before his shock ouster from OpenAI Altman was reportedly looking to raise billions for an AI chip start-up and an AI-focused device This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: OpenAI’s Altman Courted Investors…
Fake Online Stores See A 135% Spike As Black Friday And Holiday Shopping Approaches
As Black Friday (and Cyber Monday) approaches, the annual online sales phenomenon shows no sign of slowing down, and neither do cybercriminals looking to take advantage of the busiest shopping days of the year. The kick-off to holiday shopping, much…
Rhysida ransomware gang: We attacked the British Library
Crims post passport scans and internal forms up for ‘auction’ to prove it The Rhysida ransomware group says it’s behind the highly disruptive October cyberattack on the British Library, leaking a snippet of stolen data in the process.… This article…
Altman, Brockman Join Microsoft After Shock OpenAI Ouster
Former OpenAI chief Sam Altman and president Greg Brockman join Microsoft to lead new AI research team after chaotic weekend negotiations This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Altman, Brockman Join Microsoft After Shock OpenAI…
AMIDES – Open-source Detection System to Uncover SIEM Blind Points
Cyberattacks pose a significant risk, and prevention alone isn’t enough, so timely detection is crucial. That’s why most organizations use SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) systems to centrally collect and analyze security events with expert-written rules for detecting intrusions.…
Recognising Scam Patterns and Preventing Data Loss: A Unified Approach
Cybersecurity professionals stand on the frontlines, ever-vigilant against an increasing tide of cyber threats. From protecting sensitive corporate data to safeguarding our personal information, the battle against cybercrime is ongoing. In today’s digital era, cybercriminals are becoming more sophisticated and…
Sophos Web Appliance vulnerability exploited in the wild (CVE-2023-1671)
CISA has added three vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, among them a critical vulnerability (CVE-2023-1671) in Sophos Web Appliance that has been patched by the company in April 2023. About CVE-2023-1671 CVE-2023-1671 is a pre-auth command injection vulnerability…
LummaC2 Malware Deploys New Trigonometry-Based Anti-Sandbox Technique
The stealer malware known as LummaC2 (aka Lumma Stealer) now features a new anti-sandbox technique that leverages the mathematical principle of trigonometry to evade detection and exfiltrate valuable information from infected hosts. The method is designed to “delay detonation of the sample…
Why Defenders Should Embrace a Hacker Mindset
Today’s security leaders must manage a constantly evolving attack surface and a dynamic threat environment due to interconnected devices, cloud services, IoT technologies, and hybrid work environments. Adversaries are constantly introducing new attack techniques, and not all companies have internal…
Understanding the UK government’s new cybersecurity regime, GovAssure
With the ever-growing threat of cyberattacks on the UK government and Critical National Infrastructure cyber safety matters more than ever. With the rising tide of ever-resent threat in mind, GovAssure was launched by the UK government in April 2023. It’s…
Resecurity partners with University of Jeddah to improve cybersecurity education
Resecurity announced a strategic partnership with University of Jeddah, one of the leaders in higher education in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, to further strengthen the country’s cybersecurity talent pipeline and facilitate capacity building programs for academia. This landmark partnership…
Navigating the Waters of AI: Safeguarding Against Data Security Risks
In the era of rapid technological advancement, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool with transformative potential across various industries. While AI brings unprecedented opportunities, it also introduces new challenges, particularly in the realm of data security. As…
Ransomware group wants to partner up with government, files SEC complaint against its victim
Cyber gangs cross a new milestone Cyber gangs just crossed a milestone – they have started filing complaints with the US Securities and Exchange Commission… The post Ransomware group wants to partner up with government, files SEC complaint against its…
K-12 Schools Improve Protection Against Online Attacks, but Many Are Vulnerable to Ransomware Gangs
Some K-12 public schools are racing to improve protection against the threat of online attacks, but lax cybersecurity means thousands of others are vulnerable to ransomware gangs that can steal confidential data and disrupt operations. The post K-12 Schools Improve…
US Announces $70 Million Cybersecurity Boost for Rural, Municipal Utilities
The US Department of Energy is offering $70 million in funding to improve the cybersecurity of rural and municipal utilities. The post US Announces $70 Million Cybersecurity Boost for Rural, Municipal Utilities appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been…
250 Organizations Take Part in Electrical Grid Security Exercise
Over 250 organizations take part in GridEx VII, the largest North American exercise focusing on the security of the electrical grid. The post 250 Organizations Take Part in Electrical Grid Security Exercise appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been…
How are Crypto Phishing Scams Done, and How Do You Avoid Them?
Crypto phishing scams are fraudulent activities designed to steal your cryptocurrency assets, typically by tricking you into revealing your private keys or sending your cryptocurrencies to the scammer’s wallet. These scams often involve deception, social engineering, and manipulation. Here’s how…
DarkGate Internals
Introduction & Objectives DarkGate is sold as Malware-as-a-Service (MaaS) on various cybercrime forums by RastaFarEye persona, in the past months it has been used by multiple threat actors such as TA577 and Ducktail. DarkGate is a loader with RAT capabilities…
Now a Stock Market business hires hackers
Six Group, a technology firm responsible for securing the operations of Spanish and Swiss Bourses, is actively recruiting hackers to counter sophisticated attempts to breach its network. The motivation behind hiring these cybersecurity experts is to gain insights into the…
Secretary Fined For Accessing Scores of Patient Records
NHS worker broke strict rules governing the special category data This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: Secretary Fined For Accessing Scores of Patient Records
Shear Takes Over As OpenAI Interim Chief, Promises Independent Probe
Twitch co-founder Emmett Shear takes over as OpenAI interim chief executive after failed talks to bring back ousted Sam Altman This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Shear Takes Over As OpenAI Interim Chief, Promises…
Change Variance: How Tiny Differences Can Impact Your IT World
In the vast and ever-evolving universe of information technology, there’s one constant: change (that and cliches about constants!). Servers, systems, and software – they all get updated and modified. But, have you ever stopped to consider how even tiny differences…
Phishing Trends Examined by the SANS Institute
Earlier this year, the SANS Institute published a blog exploring emerging phishing trends. This kind of research is an invaluable resource for all individuals and organizations looking to identify and rebuff phishing attacks. In this article, we’ll cover some of…
The dark side of Black Friday: decoding cyberthreats around the year’s biggest shopping season
As Black Friday approaches, Kaspersky analyzes phishing and spam activity around major sales events, and reviews statistics on online shopping threats in 2023. This article has been indexed from Securelist Read the original article: The dark side of Black Friday:…
Randstorm Exploit: Bitcoin Wallets Created b/w 2011-2015 Vulnerable to Hacking
Bitcoin wallets created between 2011 and 2015 are susceptible to a new kind of exploit called Randstorm that makes it possible to recover passwords and gain unauthorized access to a multitude of wallets spanning several blockchain platforms. “Randstorm() is a term we…
Russia’s APT29 Targets Embassies With Ngrok and WinRAR Exploit
Threat group may be looking for intel on Azerbaijan This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: Russia’s APT29 Targets Embassies With Ngrok and WinRAR Exploit
CVE-2023-46604 (Apache ActiveMQ) Exploited to Infect Systems With Cryptominers and Rootkits
We uncovered the active exploitation of the Apache ActiveMQ vulnerability CVE-2023-46604 to download and infect Linux systems with the Kinsing malware (also known as h2miner) and cryptocurrency miner. This article has been indexed from Trend Micro Research, News and Perspectives…
Critical AI Tool Vulnerabilities Let Attackers Execute Arbitrary Code
Multiple critical flaws in the infrastructure supporting AI models have been uncovered by researchers, which raise the risk of server takeover, theft of sensitive information, model poisoning, and unauthorized access. Affected are platforms that are essential for hosting and deploying large language models, including Ray,…
US teenager pleads guilty to his role in credential stuffing attack on a betting site
US teenager Joseph Garrison pleads guilty to carrying out a credential stuffing attack on a betting website. US teenager Joseph Garrison (19) has pleaded guilty to his involvement in a credential stuffing campaign that targeted user accounts at a fantasy…
DarkCasino joins the list of APT groups exploiting WinRAR zero-day
The DarkCasino APT group leveraged a recently disclosed WinRAR zero-day vulnerability tracked as CVE-2023-38831. Researchers at cybersecurity firm NSFOCUS analyzed DarkCasino attack pattern exploiting the WinRAR zero-day vulnerability tracked as CVE-2023-38831. The economically motivated APT group used specially crafted archives…
NCSC Announces New Standard For Indicators of Compromise
Security agency authors first RFC document for IETF This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: NCSC Announces New Standard For Indicators of Compromise
‘123456’ Crackable in seconds, 2023’s Most Prevalent Password
For half a decade, NordPass has delved into the realm of password habits, uncovering familiar tunes that persist. However, this year’s narrative is layered with intriguing patterns, particularly within distinct platform categories. Amidst the discourse on passkeys, a question lingers:…
A week in security (November 13 – November 19)
A list of topics we covered in the week of November 13 to November 19 of 2023 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (November 13 – November 19)
A Detection and Response Benchmark Designed for the Cloud
Does your security operation center’s performance meet the 5/5/5 benchmark for cloud threat detection and incident response? This article has been indexed from Dark Reading Read the original article: A Detection and Response Benchmark Designed for the Cloud
Leveraging Sandbox and Threat Intelligence Feeds to Combat Cyber Threats
Combining a malware sandbox with threat intelligence feeds improves security detection, analysis, and response capabilities. This article has been indexed from Dark Reading Read the original article: Leveraging Sandbox and Threat Intelligence Feeds to Combat Cyber Threats
Gang of 5 Employees Stole The Customer Data at Late Night in Office
The sequence of events sounds like it was taken straight from a movie script. Five software programmers were working late into the night, chatting on their phones while they worked. During the wee hours of October 9, between 1:00 am…
OracleIV DDoS Botnet Alert: Secure Your Docker Engine APIs
Attention Docker users: a new threat known as OracleIV is on the rise, targeting publicly accessible Docker Engine API instances. Researchers from Cado have uncovered a campaign where attackers exploit misconfigurations to turn machines into a distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) botnet.…
Indian Hack-for-Hire Group Targeted U.S., China, and More for Over 10 Years
An Indian hack-for-hire group targeted the U.S., China, Myanmar, Pakistan, Kuwait, and other countries as part of a wide-ranging espionage, surveillance, and disruptive operation for over a decade. The Appin Software Security (aka Appin Security Group), according to an in-depth analysis from…
9 Black Friday cybersecurity deals you don’t want to miss
PortDroid PortDroid is a trusted app for all network analysis tasks. Designed with network administrators, penetration testers, and technology enthusiasts in mind, this app brings a collection of essential networking tools right at your fingertips. Deal: 50% off Promo code:…
How effective compensation makes a difference with cyber talent retention
Aligning cybersecurity organization models with business objectives enables talent retention and security program success, according to IANS and Artico Search. CISOs’ role in organizational and staffing decisions Fortune firms with annual revenues exceeding $6 billion generally operate large and specialized…
MFA under fire, attackers undermine trust in security measures
In this Help Net Security video, Renée Burton, Head of Threat Intelligence at Infoblox, discusses MFA attacks. MFA adds security to online accounts, but MFA lookalikes are a real threat to consumers and enterprises. Consumers have come to trust MFA,…
Smaller businesses embrace GenAI, overlook security measures
Organizations are feeling the pressure to rush into generative AI (GenAI) tool usage, despite significant security concerns, according to Zscaler. More than 900 global IT decision makers, although 89% of organizations consider GenAI tools like ChatGPT to be a potential…
Outsmarting cybercriminals is becoming a hard thing to do
Cybercriminals have evolved into organized and highly adaptive networks, collaborating globally to exploit weaknesses in cybersecurity defenses. Their motivations range from financial gain and information theft to political espionage and ideological warfare. Cybercriminals, now more than ever, are exploiting vulnerabilities…
Only 9% of IT budgets are dedicated to security
Despite their best efforts, 67% of businesses say they need to improve security and compliance measures with 24% rating their organization’s security and compliance strategy as reactive, according to Vanta. The expansion of attack surfaces in a post-pandemic hybrid world,…
Your password hygiene remains atrocious, says NordPass
ALSO: FCC cracks down on SIM-swap scams, old ZeroLogon targeted by new ransomware, and critical vulnerabilities Infosec in brief It’s that time of year again – NordPass has released its annual list of the most common passwords. And while it…
CrowdStrike Extends AI Approach to Cybersecurity to SMBs
CrowdStrike Falcon Go enables small-to-medium businesses (SMBs) to leverage machine learning algorithms to secure their IT environments. The post CrowdStrike Extends AI Approach to Cybersecurity to SMBs appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard…
Four Years and a Pandemic Later: Have Agencies Become Cloud Smart?
By James Langley, Master Solutions Consultant, Hitachi Vantara Federal June 2023 marked the four-year anniversary of the release of the final Cloud Smart strategy, which was the government’s update to […] The post Four Years and a Pandemic Later: Have…
Embracing Zero Trust Architecture: A Critical Best Practice for Cybersecurity in Enterprises
By Walt Szablowski, Founder and Executive Chairman, Eracent Summary: With the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyberattacks in the digital landscape, and the failure of legacy cybersecurity tools and methods, […] The post Embracing Zero Trust Architecture: A Critical Best…
Crypto Scammers Exploit Gaza Crisis, Deceiving Users in Donation Scam
By Deeba Ahmed Scammers taking advantage of a humanitarian crisis? Well, who saw that coming… This is a post from HackRead.com Read the original post: Crypto Scammers Exploit Gaza Crisis, Deceiving Users in Donation Scam This article has been indexed…
Insider Risk Digest: Week 45-46
This Article Insider Risk Digest: Week 45-46 was first published on Signpost Six. | https://www.signpostsix.com/ Introduction In this edition of our Insider Risk Digest for weeks 45-46, we highlight a disturbing case of workplace violence, and the role that organisational…
SSE vs. Traditional Security Models – The Variances
In today’s hyper-connected digital world, cybersecurity stands as a paramount concern, with organizations seeking robust solutions to protect… The post SSE vs. Traditional Security Models – The Variances appeared first on Hackers Online Club (HOC). This article has been indexed…