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Cloudflare Report Surfaces Lots of API Insecurity
More than 15,000 accounts using Cloudflare had API endpoints that were only discovered using machine learning algorithms. The post Cloudflare Report Surfaces Lots of API Insecurity appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read…
Coming March 2024: How to Prepare for PCI DSS Version 4.0 Compliance
Full compliance rates for PCI DSS remain low. A 2022 Verizon report claims that only 43% of assessed organizations maintained full compliance in 2020. With the March 2024 deadline fast approaching, businesses that process and store card data are racing…
Alert: Chinese Threat Actors Exploit Barracuda Zero-Day Flaw
In recent developments, Barracuda, a prominent network and email cybersecurity firm, has been grappling with a zero-day vulnerability. The vulnerability has been identified as CVE-2023-7102 in its Email Security Gateway (ESG) appliances. The situation has been exacerbated by the active…
Embedded Linux IoT Security: Defending Against Cyber Threats
Embedded systems are vulnerable to network-based attacks. Containers provide an added layer of security to embedded systems. Hardware security modules can be used to protect embedded systems. Embedded Linux IoT Security: Defending Against Cyber Threats Embedded Linux IoT systems…
Attackers Targeting Poorly Managed Linux SSH Servers
In recent times, Linux SSH servers have become a prime target for attackers aiming to compromise security and exploit vulnerabilities for malicious activities. This article delves into the growing concern surrounding poorly secured Linux SSH servers, the techniques employed by…
Analysis of OT cyberattacks and malwares
The Digital revolution has transformed our world, and its impact is particularly evident in the realm of Operational Technology (OT), from Industrial Control Systems to power grids and water treatment plants. They all have very critical infrastructure and cyber-attacks on…
Discover the Consequences of a Data Breach
The average price of a data breach internationally in 2023 turned to $4.45 million, a 15% rise in the simplest three years that underscored the increasing financial strain on businesses. When personal information is discovered, it presents enormous issues to…
NSFOCUS named a Major Player in IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Risk-Based Vulnerability Management Platforms 2023 Vendor Assessment
SANTA CLARA, Calif., January 9, 2024 – NSFOCUS, a global provider of intelligent hybrid security solutions, today announced that NSFOCUS has been named a Major Player in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Risk-Based Vulnerability Management Platforms 2023 Vendor Assessment (doc #US50302323,…
Life in the Swimlane with Principal Data Scientist, Dima Skorokhodov
The post Life in the Swimlane with Principal Data Scientist, Dima Skorokhodov appeared first on AI Enabled Security Automation. The post Life in the Swimlane with Principal Data Scientist, Dima Skorokhodov appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…
USENIX Security ’23 – ‘Know Your Cybercriminal: Evaluating Attacker Preferences by Measuring Profile Sales on an Active, Leading Criminal Market for User Impersonation at Scale’
Authors/Presenters: Michele Campobasso, Luca Allodi Many thanks to USENIX for publishing their outstanding USENIX Security ’23 Presenter’s content, and the organizations strong commitment to Open Access. Originating from the conference’s events situated at the Anaheim Marriott; and via the organizations…
Mastering the ‘cd’ Command: Tips and Tricks for Efficient Directory Navigation
Navigating through directories is a fundamental aspect of working in a command-line interface, and the ‘cd’ command plays a crucial role in this process. In this blog post, we’ll explore various tips and tricks to enhance your efficiency when using…
Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Range Safety’
<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://xkcd.com/2876/”> <img alt=”” height=”272″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/91cdcc28-01cd-40a0-b74d-a4144e69311a/range_safety.png?format=1000w” width=”565″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the comic artistry and dry wit of Randall Munroe, creator of XKCD Permalink The post Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Range Safety’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. This…
NIST: Better Defenses are Needed for AI Systems
The accelerating development and expanding deployment of AI systems is creating significant security and privacy risks that aren’t being mitigated by modern solutions, according to a research paper from the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Predictive and…
USENIX Security ’23 – Zixin Wang, Danny Yuxing Huang, Yaxing Yao – ‘Exploring Tenants’ Preferences of Privacy Negotiation in Airbnb’
Many thanks to USENIX for publishing their outstanding USENIX Security ’23 Presenter’s content, and the organizations strong commitment to Open Access. Originating from the conference’s events situated at the Anaheim Marriott; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The post…
DOE Puts Up $70 Million to Secure US Energy Infrastructure
The federal government will spend as much as $70 million for technologies that will create a more resilient energy delivery infrastructure that is better protected against a range of threats, including from cybercriminals. The U.S. Department of Energy this month…
SEC Cyber Incident Reporting Rules Pressure IT Security Leaders
As the SEC gets tough on businesses’ cybersecurity posture, IT security leaders will need to beef up incident response plans. The post SEC Cyber Incident Reporting Rules Pressure IT Security Leaders appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…
Alert: Carbanak Malware Strikes Again With Updated Tactics
Recent reports have highlighted the return of the Carbanak Malware. As per the reports, it’s a banking malware used in ransomware attacks that leverages updated tactics for increased effectiveness. As of now, the malware is known to have been distributed…
Default Configurations of Software and Applications in Cybersecurity
This article is part of a series where we look at a recent NSA/CISA Joint Cybersecurity Advisory on the top cybersecurity issues identified during red/blue team exercises operated by these organizations. In this article you will find a more in-depth…
Debian and Ubuntu Fixed OpenSSH Vulnerabilities
Debian and Ubuntu have released security updates for their respective OS versions, addressing five flaws discovered in the openssh package. In this article, we will delve into the intricacies of these vulnerabilities, shedding light on their nature and the recommended…