The primary inspiration for this article was my feeling that unfortunately, IT and Cyber too often work in silos — with security constraints often poorly addressed or insufficiently shared. It was also inspired by meetings with people working in Cyber,…
US Cyber Trust Mark logo for smart devices is coming
The White House has launched the Cyber Trust Mark to assist consumers in their quest to buy cybersecure internet connected devices. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: US Cyber Trust Mark logo for smart devices…
Customize the scope of IAM Access Analyzer unused access analysis
AWS Identity and Access Management Access Analyzer simplifies inspecting unused access to guide you towards least privilege. You can use unused access findings to identify over-permissive access granted to AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) roles and users in your accounts or…
Anatomy of a Nuclear Scare
How fake radiation readings in New York and New Jersey, coupled with a mysterious drone swarm, fueled a nuclear scare and became a harbinger for things to come The ongoing mystery around a New Jersey drone swarm ignited a number…
Telegram Shared Data of Thousands of Users After CEO’s Arrest
After its CEO was arrested last summer, Telegram has been increasingly sharing user data at the request of authorities. The post Telegram Shared Data of Thousands of Users After CEO’s Arrest appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed…
Chinese Hackers Target U.S. Treasury Sanctions Office
A major cybersecurity breach has been reported against the U.S. Treasury Department, specifically its Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). OFAC, which oversees trade and economic sanctions, was accessed by Chinese state-backed hackers in what officials have described as…
Time for a new job—9 work-from-home scams and how to spot them
Navigating the job market can feel like a final boss battle in a video game—thrilling, challenging, and filled with traps. Unfortunately, work-from-home scams are some of the trickiest villains you’ll encounter on this quest. They disguise themselves as legitimate opportunities,…
From Awareness to Action—Cybersecurity for Everyone from K through Gray
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Japan says Chinese hackers targeted its government and tech companies for years
The years-long hacking spree targeted government organizations as well as companies across Japan. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only. This article has been indexed from Security News | TechCrunch Read the original article: Japan says Chinese…
Jordan Approves Blockchain Technology to Boost Innovation
As part of its initiatives to enhance public services and modernize government processes, Jordan has approved the 2025 Blockchain Technology Policy. The Jordanian Council of Ministers unveiled a new policy to improve service delivery to citizens, cut expenses, and streamline…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2025-01-08 18h : 9 posts
9 posts were published in the last hour 16:32 : New AI-Focused Modules in Our Security Awareness and Training Service 16:32 : Solana Pioneers Quantum Resistance in Blockchain Technology 16:32 : Crypto Dealers Targeted in Alarming Kidnapping and Extortion Cases…
New AI-Focused Modules in Our Security Awareness and Training Service
Leaders know that employees can be a solid first line of defense against cyber incidents if they have the proper knowledge and understand how to spot a potential attack. However, as threat actors increasingly embrace AI to enhance the volume…
Solana Pioneers Quantum Resistance in Blockchain Technology
There is no denying that Solana, one of the fastest-growing blockchain networks, has introduced a groundbreaking security feature called the Winternitz Vault. This feature will protect digital assets from quantum computing threats while maintaining the platform’s high performance. Solana…
Crypto Dealers Targeted in Alarming Kidnapping and Extortion Cases
< p style=”text-align: justify;”>Recent incidents have revealed a troubling trend of cryptocurrency dealers being targeted for kidnappings and extortion. These cases underline the risks associated with the growing prominence of the cryptocurrency sector. French authorities recently rescued a 56-year-old…
Phishing Campaign Impersonating SSA Deploys Remote Access Tool
< p style=”text-align: justify;”>Hackers have launched a sophisticated phishing campaign impersonating the United States Social Security Administration (SSA) to deliver the ConnectWise Remote Access Tool (RAT), according to a report by Cofense Intelligence. This operation, active since September 2024 and…
Las Vegas Tesla Cybertruck Explosion: How Data Transformed the Investigation
< p style=”text-align: justify;”>After a rented Tesla Cybertruck caught fire outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas, Tesla’s advanced data systems became a focal point in the investigation. The explosion, which resulted in a fatality, initially raised concerns…
Japan and Philippines face Cyber Attacks from China
In recent days, Chinese-backed cyber attacks have been making headlines, with reports indicating a surge in espionage-driven cyber campaigns targeting Japan and the Philippines. Chinese intelligence agencies are allegedly behind these attacks, which aim to gather sensitive information related to…
Update Chrome and Firefox now to patch these critical security flaws
The latest updates for both browsers squash several high-severity security bugs. Here’s how to grab them. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article: Update Chrome and Firefox now to patch these…
How to protect VMs with Azure Bastion hosts
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DNA sequencers found running ancient BIOS, posing risk to clinical research
Devices on six-year-old firmware vulnerable to takeover and destruction Argentine cybersecurity shop Eclypsium claims security issues affecting leading DNA sequencing devices could lead to disruptions in crucial clinical research.… This article has been indexed from The Register – Security Read…
AWS Cloud Security: Key Components, Common Vulnerabilities, and Best Practices
With organizations shifting at a rapid pace to the cloud, securing the infrastructure is of paramount importance in their list of priorities. Even though AWS provides a varied set of tools and services related to security and compliance. There are…
Japan Links Chinese Hacker MirrorFace to Dozens of Cyberattacks Targeting Security and Tech Data
Japan says China-linked cyberattacks were systematic attacks with an aim of stealing data on Japanese national security and advanced technology. The post Japan Links Chinese Hacker MirrorFace to Dozens of Cyberattacks Targeting Security and Tech Data appeared first on SecurityWeek.…
Census III study spotlights ongoing open-source software security challenges
Backward incompatibilities, the lack of standard schemas for components, and projects staffed by too few developers are just some of the risks threatening the security of free and open-source software (FOSS), a study released by the Linux Foundation, the Open Source…
Meet the WAF Squad | Impart Security
< div class=”text-rich-text w-richtext”> Introduction Web applications and APIs are critical parts of your attack surface, but managing WAFs has never been easy. False positives, rule tuning, risks of production outages, and log analysis – all of this work has…