Changing systems passwords is a common task that all systems administrators must do to keep up with all the latest security policies. Now with secrets being managed by the secrets management system, we need a way to integrate with that…
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Exploring security by design and loosening guides
The concept of security by design, which includes the concept of security by default, is not new. In fact, secure by design is considered one of the fundamental principles of secure development. In general, we say there is security by…
SPECTR Malware Targets Ukraine Defense Forces in SickSync Campaign
The Computer Emergency Response Team of Ukraine (CERT-UA) has warned of cyber attacks targeting defense forces in the country with a malware called SPECTR as part of an espionage campaign dubbed SickSync. The agency attributed the attacks to a threat…
Top Computer Security Risks and How to Stay Safe
Reading Time: 4 min Discover the top Computer security risks in 2024 and learn how to stay protected. Explore threats like phishing, and AI attacks, and find effective safety strategies. The post Top Computer Security Risks and How to Stay…
How to securely transfer files with presigned URLs
Securely sharing large files and providing controlled access to private data are strategic imperatives for modern organizations. In an era of distributed workforces and expanding digital landscapes, enabling efficient collaboration and information exchange is crucial for driving innovation, accelerating decision-making,…
Tenable Acquires Eureka Security To Provide Data Security Across Infrastructure
Tenable® Holdings, Inc., a leading Exposure Management company, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Eureka Security, Inc., a prominent provider of data security posture management (DSPM) for cloud environments. This strategic acquisition aims to bolster Tenable’s cloud security capabilities,…
Apple to launch app that will have ability to generate and store passwords
Apple Inc is gearing up to introduce its own password management application at the upcoming Worldwide Developer Conference, aiming to tackle user frustrations with passwords. While other tech companies are exploring passwordless technologies like passkeys for more secure login methods,…
Safeguarding the Fortress: Google’s Battle Against Cyber Attacks
In an era where digital dominance reigns supreme, tech giants like Google stand as pillars of innovation and progress. However, with great power comes great vulnerability, as these companies often find themselves at the forefront of cyber warfare. As the…
Microsoft Details On Using KQL To Hunt For MFA Manipulations
It is difficult to secure cloud accounts from threat actors who exploit multi-factor authentication (MFA) settings. Threat actors usually alter compromised users’ MFA attributes by bypassing the requirements, disabling MFA for others, or enrolling rogue devices in the system. They…
Spam blocklist SORBS closed by its owner, Proofpoint
Spammers will probably bid to buy it, so community is trying to find a better home for decades-old service Exclusive The Spam and Open Relay Blocking System (SORBS) – a longstanding source of info on known sources of spam widely…
Google Leak Reveals Concerning Privacy Practices
An internal leak has revealed troubling privacy and security practices at Google, exposing substantial lapses over a span of six years. This revelation highlights the tech giant’s failure to prioritise user data protection, raising concerns about the company’s handling…
Commando Cat Cryptojacking Attacks Target Misconfigured Docker Instances
The threat actor known as Commando Cat has been linked to an ongoing cryptojacking attack campaign that leverages poorly secured Docker instances to deploy cryptocurrency miners for financial gain. “The attackers used the cmd.cat/chattr docker image container that retrieves the…
June 2024 Patch Tuesday forecast: Multiple announcements from Microsoft
May 2024 Patch Tuesday was unusual because we had security updates from Adobe, Apple, Google, Mozilla, and Microsoft on the same day. While individually from each vendor, the updates weren’t that large, managing them together was more challenging. On the…
The job hunter’s guide: Separating genuine offers from scams
$90,000/year, full home office, and 30 days of paid leave, and all for a job as a junior data analyst – unbelievable, right? This and many other job offers are fake though – made just to ensnare unsuspecting victims into…
NVD Update: Help Has Arrived
There’s hope yet for the world’s most beleaguered vulnerability database. The post NVD Update: Help Has Arrived appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article: NVD Update: Help Has Arrived
Cyber insurance isn’t the answer for ransom payments
Ransomware remains an ongoing threat for organizations and is the largest single cause of IT outages and downtime as 41% of data is compromised during a cyberattack, according to Veeam. “Ransomware is endemic, impacting 3 out of 4 organizations in…
Unpacking CISA’s AI guidelines
CISA’s late April AI and infrastructure guidelines address 16 sectors along with their cybersecurity needs and operations concerning the growth of AI as a tool to build both federal and vendor cybersecurity infrastructure in the federal marketplace. In this Help…
My thoughts and experiences at Infosec EU 2024
Another year another Infosec EU. So, how did it go down? I must admit, I grumble whenever I have to attend an event at the soulless warehouse that is ExCel, located in what can only be described as the appendix…
26% of organizations lack any form of IT security training
26% of organizations don’t provide IT security training to end-users, according to Hornetsecurity. The Hornetsecurity survey, which compiled feedback from industry professionals worldwide, also reveals that 8% of organizations offer adaptive training that evolves based on the results of regular…
New infosec products of the week: June 7, 2024
Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from Appdome, SailPoint, Tines, Trend Micro, Verimatrix, and Zyxel Networks. Zyxel Networks USG LITE 60AX improves network security Zyxel Networks launched USG LITE 60AX–an AX6000 WiFi…