Best ways to keep your social security number off the dark web and actionable steps to take if your social security number is compromised. The post Your Social Security Number is on the Dark Web: What Do You Do? appeared…
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CaaS Surges in 2025, Along With RATs, Ransomware
Cybercrime-as-a-Service (CaaS) now accounts for 57% of all cyberthreats, marking a 17% increase from the first half of 2024, according to Darktrace’s Annual Threat Report. The post CaaS Surges in 2025, Along With RATs, Ransomware appeared first on Security Boulevard.…
Flaws in Xerox VersaLink MFPs Spotlight Printer Security Concerns
Two security flaws found in Xerox VersaLink MFPs could allow hackers to capture authentication credentials and move laterally through enterprise networks and highlight the often-overlooked cyber risks that printers and other IoT devices present to organizations. The post Flaws in…
Fortinet Extends Scope and Reach of SOC Platform
Fortinet today expanded the scope of its platform for security operations center (SOC) teams to add generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) capabilities, along with additional integrations with third-party platforms and other Fortinet services. The post Fortinet Extends Scope and Reach of…
Hidden Dangers of Security Threats in the Tide of DeepSeek
Recently, DeepSeek attracted global attention and triggered worldwide discussion with its advanced AI models. Meanwhile, it has become the target of hackers and suffered frequent attacks. However, with the continuous improvement of AI large model capabilities, frequent security incidents and…
US Military, Defense Contractors Infected with Infostealers: Hudson Rock
A report by cybersecurity firm Hudson Rock says hundreds of computers from the U.S. Army and Navy and defense contractors like Honeywell and Boeing are infected with infostealer malware, endangering the security of the systems and threatening third-party players. The…
Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Hardwood’
<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://xkcd.com/3051/” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”350″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/09a1b2f5-f72a-4dac-abea-5fbf90cde246/wood.png?format=1000w” width=”273″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the comic humor & dry wit of Randall Munroe, creator of XKCD Permalink The post Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Hardwood’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. This…
DEF CON 32 – Manufacturing Lessons Learned, Lessons Taught
Authors/Presenters: Tim Chase Our sincere appreciation to DEF CON, and the Authors/Presenters for publishing their erudite DEF CON 32 content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Las Vegas Convention Center; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The…
Learn & Avoid Social Engineering Scams in 2025
In the past decade, social engineering attacks have become more sophisticated and prevalent than ever. From AI voice impersonation to deepfake video calls, cybercriminals are leveraging the latest technology to make their scams increasingly convincing. Despite growing awareness of these…
Facts, Schmacts – Meta Joins X in Ceasing Content Moderation
On January 6, 2025, Meta, formerly known as Facebook, formally announced that it would cease its “fact-checking” operations, and allow the internet itself, through comments posted, to be the final arbiter of what is true and false. The post Facts,…
Cybersecurity as a Business Imperative: Embracing a Risk Management Approach
Cybersecurity is much more than just a technical challenge. It’s now a critical business imperative that requires a strategic risk management approach. By integrating cybersecurity into broader risk management frameworks, you can proactively address threats, improve resilience, and align your…
DEF CON 32 – Evading Modern Defenses When Phishing With Pixels
Authors/Presenters: Melvin Langvik Our sincere appreciation to DEF CON, and the Authors/Presenters for publishing their erudite DEF CON 32 content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Las Vegas Convention Center; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The…
Bridging the Gap Between Security and Risk with CRQ
Cybersecurity and risk management are often treated as separate disciplines within organizations. Security teams focus on identifying and mitigating technical threats, while risk teams take a broader approach to evaluating business exposure. However, this disconnect creates a challenge: security teams…
Rowing in the Same Direction: 6 Tips for Stronger IT and Security Collaboration
Each IT and security team has its function, but unless they row in unison — aligning on strategy, focus and execution — the organization will flounder. The post Rowing in the Same Direction: 6 Tips for Stronger IT and Security…
UK’s Secret Apple Backdoor Request, AI Chatbots Used For Stalking
In this episode, we discuss the UK government’s demand for Apple to create a secret backdoor for accessing encrypted iCloud backups under the Investigatory Powers Act and its potential global implications on privacy. We also discuss the first known case…
DEF CON 32 – I Am Still The Captain Now!
Authors/Presenters: Paul Brownridge Our sincere appreciation to DEF CON, and the Authors/Presenters for publishing their erudite DEF CON 32 content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Las Vegas Convention Center; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The…
PCI DSS 4: Compliance Guide for SAQ A-EP Merchants to comply with Requirements 6.4.3 and 11.6.1
The post PCI DSS 4: Compliance Guide for SAQ A-EP Merchants to comply with Requirements 6.4.3 and 11.6.1 appeared first on Feroot Security. The post PCI DSS 4: Compliance Guide for SAQ A-EP Merchants to comply with Requirements 6.4.3 and…
Keeping Your Cloud Data Safe: What You Need to Know
Why is Cloud Data Safety a Paramount Concern? With the increasing movement of organizations to the cloud, ensuring data security has become a top priority. It’s a well-known fact that organizations thrive on data. But what if this data falls…
A Deadly Unserious 419?
Over a decade ago, I was more than a little amused at a 419 message of the “I’ve been hired to assassinate you” sub-category to which my friend and colleague Urban Schrott, then at ESET Ireland, drew my attention, so…
DEF CON 32 – Fitness of Physical Red Teamers
Authors/Presenters: Lucas Rooyakkers & Billy Graydon Our sincere appreciation to DEF CON, and the Authors/Presenters for publishing their erudite DEF CON 32 content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Las Vegas Convention Center; and via the organizations YouTube…