A managed service provider must work with each client to determine the level of support needed and improve the service over time to meet changing business needs. The post Beyond Your Mess for Less: How Managed Services can Provide Sustainable…
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How to Prepare Your Workforce for the Deepfake Era
Of all of the AI-powered weapons, the one that your employees may be the least equipped to resist is deepfake technology. The post How to Prepare Your Workforce for the Deepfake Era appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has…
CISA Alert Calls Out Operating System Vulnerabilities
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) in partnership with the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) has jointly issued a Secure by Design Alert in response to threat actor campaigns that exploit operating system (OS) command injection defects in network…
The Human Adaptability Gap and How to Close It
The “adaptability gap”—the widening difference between the rapid pace of technological progress and the slower rate of human, or employee adaptation. The post The Human Adaptability Gap and How to Close It appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has…
USENIX Security ’23 – How Fast Do You Heal? A Taxonomy For Post-Compromise Security In Secure-Channel Establishment
Authors/Presenters:Olivier Blazy, Ioana Boureanu, Pascal Lafourcade, Cristina Onete, Léo Robert 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…
The Critique of Pure Reason: Understanding Cyber Security Epistemology Through Kantian Philosophy
Immanuel Kant’s The Critique of Pure Reason delves deeply into the nature and limits of human knowledge, offering profound insights that can be applied to various fields – now including cyber security. Kant’s philosophy emphasizes the importance of understanding the structures that…
USENIX Security ’23 – Hash Gone Bad: Automated Discovery Of Protocol Attacks That Exploit Hash Function Weaknesses
**Distinguished Paper Award Winner** Authors/Presenters:Vincent Cheval, Cas Cremers, Alexander Dax, Lucca Hirschi, Charlie Jacomme, Steve Kremer 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…
Several Linux Kernel Azure Vulnerabilities Fixed in Ubuntu
Recently, Canonical released security updates to address several vulnerabilities in the Linux kernel for Microsoft Azure Cloud systems in Ubuntu 16.04 ESM and Ubuntu 18.04 ESM. An attacker could possibly use these issues to cause a denial of service, expose…
Judge Dismisses Most SEC Charges Against SolarWinds
A federal district court judge blew a hole in the SEC’s case against SolarWinds, saying that while the company and its CISO could be tried for statements made before the high-profile Sunburst attack, those that came after were based on…
Understanding Your IT Dependencies: Unpacking the Crowdstrike Windows Outage
Happy almost weekend, everybody…or, not, if you’re in IT…or trying to travel…or get medical attention…or just get your work done and start the weekend off with a bang… Many of us have woken up to the news of a massive…
Google Threat Horizon Analysis
The Google Threat Horizons report found that cloud computing services are facing increasing threats of compromise and abuse. The post Google Threat Horizon Analysis appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original…
CrowdStrike Software Update Sparks Microsoft Outage, Global Chaos
A faulty software update by CrowdStrike knocked Microsoft Windows users off of their systems, resulting in global outages that rippled through a broad range of businesses, from airlines and banks to hospitals and payment systems. The post CrowdStrike Software Update…
Juniper Networks Critical Security Update Released
Recent media reports have stated that a Juniper Networks vulnerability that could have led to an authentication bypass if exploited has now been patched. The authentication bypass flaw affects routers that operate in high-availability redundant configurations. In this article, we’ll…
Streamline User Management with LDAP Integration for Linux
Robust user authentication is essential for cybersecurity, preventing unauthorized access to systems and resources. LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) provides a centralized solution for this challenge in Linux environments. By storing user credentials in one place, LDAP integration eliminates the…
Global Outage Outrage: CrowdStrike Security Tool Blamed
BSODs beyond belief: A buggy update to CrowdStrike Falcon made Windows PCs and servers crash—worldwide. The post Global Outage Outrage: CrowdStrike Security Tool Blamed appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original…
Worldwide Outages Caused by CrowdStrike Security Tool
BSODs beyond belief: A buggy update to CrowdStrike Falcon made Windows PCs and servers crash—globally. The post Worldwide Outages Caused by CrowdStrike Security Tool appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original…
Importance of Vulnerability Assessment: Types and Methodology
A vulnerability assessment involves identifying, classifying, and prioritizing security vulnerabilities within an IT infrastructure. This comprehensive evaluation determines if an IT system is susceptible to known vulnerabilities. It also assigns severity levels to these vulnerabilities and recommends mitigation steps as…
AT&T Data Breach: Understanding the Fallout
As an AT&T customer, I did receive the unwelcome news that they suffered a data breach. Here is a rundown for what you should to know. BREACH DETAILS · This is a sizable data breach of about 109 million…
Capturing Exposed AWS Keys During Dynamic Web Application Tests
Overview We have recently identified several vulnerable HTTP requests that allow attackers to capture access keys and session tokens for a web application’s AWS infrastructure. Attackers could use these keys and tokens to access back-end IOT endpoints and CloudWatch instances…
Nation-States and Zero-days Cranking Up the Heat
Summertime isn’t just for vacations and barbecues—it’s also prime season for zero-day attacks. These attacks, launched by malicious actors exploiting previously unknown vulnerabilities in software, are a significant concern for national security and cybersecurity professionals. The post Nation-States and Zero-days…
Google Cloud Security Threat Horizons Report #10 Is Out!
This is my completely informal, uncertified, unreviewed and otherwise completely unofficial blog inspired by my reading of our next Threat Horizons Report (full version) that we just released (the official blog for #1 report, my unofficial blogs for #2, #3,…
Future of Hybrid Cloud Security: New Approaches and Innovations
Understanding the risks associated with the cloud environment and adopting technologies, such as zero-trust network access, DSPM, generative AI and other security measures, helps mitigate the risks and strengthen the cloud posture. The post Future of Hybrid Cloud Security: New…
Survey: Nearly Half of SMEs Fell Victim to Cyberattack in Last Six Months
A survey shows that nearly half of all small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) fell victim to cyberattacks in the first half of this year. The post Survey: Nearly Half of SMEs Fell Victim to Cyberattack in Last Six Months appeared first on…
CDK Global cyber attack: What businesses can learn & implement
The post CDK Global cyber attack: What businesses can learn & implement appeared first on Click Armor. The post CDK Global cyber attack: What businesses can learn & implement appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from…
MSP Case Study: How Quinset Consulting Transformed Their MSP Service Offerings with PowerDMARC
Reading Time: 2 min Discover how Quinset Consulting leveraged PowerDMARC to transform their business and client relationships. The post MSP Case Study: How Quinset Consulting Transformed Their MSP Service Offerings with PowerDMARC appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has…
eBPF use cases
What is eBPF and how can it be used within the Kubernetes environment? In the dynamic world of The post eBPF use cases appeared first on ARMO. The post eBPF use cases appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has…
ESET: Chinese Adware Opens Windows Systems to More Threats
Malware pretending to offer a safe web-browsing experience can alter what the users sees on the requested page or direct them to another one and also allows other bad actors to run malicious codes on Windows systems using the highest…
Why SSL certificate renewal automation is essential for businesses of all sizes
Automating SSL certificate renewals is essential for businesses of all sizes to avoid outages and security risks associated with expired certificates. The renewal process can be complex and time-consuming, especially for organizations with large or intricate IT infrastructures. With upcoming…
Phishing Threat Actor Leverages AI to Target Multiple Crypto Brands
A crypto phishing campaign has been identified in which a threat actor employs AI-generated content to create 17,000 phishing lure sites impersonating more than 30 major cryptocurrency brands, including Coinbase, Crypto.com, Metamask and Trezor. The post Phishing Threat Actor Leverages…
Strengthening Security Posture in the World of Outsourced Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS)
These proactive defense measures – vulnerability management, MFA and EDR – remain critical in the ongoing battle against RaaS groups and bad actors. The post Strengthening Security Posture in the World of Outsourced Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) appeared first on Security Boulevard.…
Data Breaches Impact Growing Number of Victims, ITRC Finds
The number of data breach victims in the first half (H1) of 2024 has surged to 1,078,989,742, marking a 490% increase compared to the same period in 2023, which saw 182,645,409 victims. The post Data Breaches Impact Growing Number of…
CapraRAT Spyware Masks As Popular Android Apps
In the realm of cybercrime, a threat actor by the name of Transparent Tribe is rapidly spreading the CapraRAT spyware by disguising it as popular Android apps. Media reports claim that these attacks are part of a larger social engineering…
Hacker Leaks Data of More Than 15 Million Trello Users
A hacker who calls themselves “emo” says they accessed the information of 15 million Trello users in January through an unsecured REST API endpoint and six months later leaked the information on an underground forum. The post Hacker Leaks Data…
Unconstrained Delegation in Active Directory
Overview Unconstrained delegation is a feature in Active Directory that allows a computer, service, or user to impersonate any other user and access resources on their behalf across the entire network, completely unrestricted. A typical example of a use case…
Disney 1.2 TB Slack Hack: NullBulge Claims Leak is its Own
Steamboat bloat: Hacktivist group wields infostealer Trojan, leaks 1,200 GB of mouse droppings. The post Disney 1.2 TB Slack Hack: NullBulge Claims Leak is its Own appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the…
Void Banshee Group Used ‘Windows Relic’ IE in Phishing Campaign
The APT group Void Banshee exploited a now-patched Windows security flaw and the retired Internet Explorer browser to distributed the Atlantida malware to steal system information and sensitive data from victims. The post Void Banshee Group Used ‘Windows Relic’ IE…
Safeguarding Your Collaboration Tools: Tackling the New Favorite Targets of Attackers
Secrets in collaboration tools are becoming prime targets for attackers. Reduce your attack surface by extending GitGuardian automated secrets detection capabilities to Slack, Jira, Confluence, or Microsoft Teams. Ensure security wherever your teams collaborate! The post Safeguarding Your Collaboration Tools:…
Fortifying Digital Infrastructure: Why Companies Must Strengthen Cloud Security Before Going ‘All In’ on Generative AI
Generative AI has great potential for scaling and automating security practices, but to be effective, organizations need to have a strong security foundation. The post Fortifying Digital Infrastructure: Why Companies Must Strengthen Cloud Security Before Going ‘All In’ on Generative…
Baffle Extends Encryption Reach to AWS Databases
Baffle today extended its ability to secure multitenant applications running on the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud to include the relational databases many of them are deployed on. The post Baffle Extends Encryption Reach to AWS Databases appeared first on…
Drive-by Download Attacks Become Distribution Medium For FakeBat Malware
Recent findings have revealed that the Loader-as-a-Service (LaaS), known as FakeBat, is now one of the most widespread malware families in the world. The FakeBat malware uses the drive-by download malware technique as a distribution to compromise targets. In this…
Best Practices for Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response
Security orchestration and automation enable faster detection and response to security incidents. Continuous monitoring is essential for identifying and responding to threats in real-time. Regular training and simulation exercises equip your security team to handle real-world incidents effectively. SOAR stands…
Critical OpenSSH Vulnerability (regreSSHion) Gives Root Access
An unauthenticated remote code execution vulnerability (CVE-2024-6387) was discovered in OpenSSH, a widely used tool for secure remote access. Dubbed “regreSSHion”, this race condition vulnerability allows attackers to take complete control in glibc-based Linux systems. Let’s break down what this…
SEG vs. SEG: How Threat Actors are Pitting Email Security Products Against Each Other With Encoded URLs
Email security tools such as Secure Email Gateways (SEGs) often encode URLs that are embedded in emails. This enables the security appliance to scan the URL before the recipient visits the website. Oftentimes when SEGs detect URLs in emails that…
GUEST ESSAY: Consumers, institutions continue to shoulder burden for making mobile banking secure
The rapid adoption of mobile banking has revolutionized how we manage our finances. Related: Deepfakes aimed at mobile banking apps With millions of users worldwide relying on mobile apps for their banking needs, the convenience is undeniable. However, this surge…
Why SMB Security Needs Efficient Device Management
SMBs are increasingly becoming the cyberattacker’s goldmine. Device management is one way to stay ahead of malicious actors and protect your crown data jewels. The post Why SMB Security Needs Efficient Device Management appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article…
How Much Does Penetration Testing Cost?
Curious about how much penetration testing costs? You understand its importance, but budgeting for different pentests can be a challenge. This blog post will guide you through the intricacies of… The post How Much Does Penetration Testing Cost? appeared first…
NSFOCUS Recognized in Forrester’s Enterprise Firewall Landscape Report, Q2 2024
SANTA CLARA, Calif., July 17, 2024 – NSFOCUS, a leading cybersecurity company, is proud to announce its inclusion in the prestigious The Enterprise Firewall Landscape, Q2 2024 report by Forrester, a globally recognized research and advisory firm. NSFOCUS has been…
Report Identifies More Than 250 Evil Twin Mobile Applications
The Satori Threat Intelligence Team funded by HUMAN Security, a provider of a platform thwarting bot-based attacks, today disclosed it has uncovered a massive ad fraud operation involving the setting up of “evil twins” of applications found in the Google…
Patagonia Sued for Using AI-Based Software to Analyze Customer Calls
A class-action lawsuit claims that outdoor clothing retailer Patagonia violated plaintiffs’ privacy rights by letting Talkdesk’s AI-based call center products record, store, and analyze customer conversations without their knowledge or consent. The post Patagonia Sued for Using AI-Based Software to…
Russian Antivirus Firm Kaspersky Shuts Down U.S. Operations After Ban
A month after the U.S. Commerce Department banned it from selling its security software in the country, Russian company Kaspersky Lab said it is shuttering its U.S. operations and laying off staff in the country by July 20. The post…
Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘A Crossword Puzzle’
<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://xkcd.com/2957/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”937″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/048dc16a-f3f0-470d-923a-fc23142cdccd/a_crossword_puzzle.png?format=1000w” width=”740″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the comic & dry wit of Randall Munroe, creator of XKCD Permalink The post Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘A Crossword Puzzle’ appeared first on Security…
Squarespace Hacked — DeFi Wallets Drained (Imaginary Money Stolen)
DeFAIL: Cryptocurrency fans lose their worthless tokens via phishing attacks on decentralized finance sites. The post Squarespace Hacked — DeFi Wallets Drained (Imaginary Money Stolen) appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the…
Three Ways Ox Security Helps You Achieve FedRAMP
Compliance mandates are a fact of life for security teams. There is no shortage of rules and regulations businesses must meet to certify that their organizations are architecting to specified standards for data handling, access controls, testing and auditing, and…
Hotel Wi-Fi: A Hotspot for Cyber Threats
Wi-Fi has become an essential utility, one we expect to access wherever we go. It’s particularly true for hotels, where guests expect seamless internet connectivity – to do their jobs while traveling, to stream entertainment while on vacation, to search…
Vulnerability Management Lifecycle: The Ultimate Guide to Business Security
63% of organizations suffered cyberattacks due to unpatched vulnerabilities, highlighting a critical issue. However, top-tier companies consistently maintain superior security. How do they do it? Their advantage lies in a robust… The post Vulnerability Management Lifecycle: The Ultimate Guide to Business…
How to Configure Brevo SPF, DKIM, and DMARC Records? A Step-by-Step Guide
Reading Time: 4 min Secure your Brevor domain by configuring Brevo SPF, DKIM, and DMARC records. Improve email deliverability and protect against spoofing and phishing. The post How to Configure Brevo SPF, DKIM, and DMARC Records? A Step-by-Step Guide appeared…
API Transformation Cyber Risks and Survival Tactics
As you think about how to ensure your APIs are within your risk tolerance, ensure that you have a sound understanding of your inventory and the data associated with them. The post API Transformation Cyber Risks and Survival Tactics appeared…
How U.S. Businesses can Fight the Deepfake Threat
While it’s unclear how new, advanced technologies like AI and ML will ultimately change the data security landscape, now is not the time to stand still. The post How U.S. Businesses can Fight the Deepfake Threat appeared first on Security…
Critical Security Update for Adobe Commerce (Magento) Users
In the rapidly evolving world of e-commerce, security remains a top priority. As part of our ongoing commitment to safeguarding our clients, we are bringing an important update to your attention regarding Adobe Commerce (Magento). This update underscores the urgent…
USENIX Security ’23 – FABRID: Flexible Attestation-Based Routing for Inter-Domain Networks
Authors/Presenters:Cyrill Krähenbühl, Marc Wyss, David Basin, Vincent Lenders, Adrian Perrig, Martin Strohmeier 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…
Caught in the Act: StealC, the Cyber Thief in C
Weekly Threat Intelligence Report Date: July 15, 2024 Prepared by: David Brunsdon, Threat Intelligence – Security Engineer, HYAS StealC seems like an appropriate name for stealer malware written in C. It’s been available for less than two years as a…
USENIX Security ’23 – Back to School: On the (In)Security of Academic VPNs
Authors/Presenters:Ka Lok Wu, Man Hong Hue, Ngai Man Poon, Kin Man Leung, Wai Yin Po, Kin Ting Wong, Sze Ho Hui, Sze Yiu Chau Many thanks to USENIX for publishing their outstanding USENIX Security ’23 Presenter’s content, and the organizations…
What Happens When Scammers Get Their Hands on Artificial Intelligence?
AI-powered scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, making distinguishing between legitimate and fraudulent communications harder. Learn about the different types of AI scams, their risks, and how to protect yourself from falling victim. The post What Happens When Scammers Get Their…
Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Number Line Branch’
<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://randall%20munroe%E2%80%99s%20xkcd%20%E2%80%98number%20line%20branch%E2%80%99/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”235″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/79d665dc-0586-4b31-aa59-c2528596ba8a/number_line_branch.png?format=1000w” width=”469″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the comic & dry wit of Randall Munroe, creator of XKCD Permalink The post Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Number Line Branch’ appeared first on Security…
Olympic Gold at Risk: AI Cybercriminals Target 2024 Games.
The Summer Olympic Games will be held in Paris this year, and while the athletes will be focused on breaking world records, there are plenty of opportunistic cyberthreat actors who will be focused on breaking into the event’s complex, fragmented…
600 Cybercrime Servers Linked To Cobalt Strike Shutdown
Recent news reports have brought to light a law enforcement operation codenamed MORPHEUS. The operation was conducted against the threat actors using the Cobalt strike tool as part of their attack infrastructure and has led to the shutdown of 600…
Debian 12.6 Released with 84 Security Updates and 162 Bug Fixes
The Debian Project announced the release of Debian 12.6 on June 29, 2024, marking the fifth ISO update to its stable Debian 12 “Bookworm” series. Released four and a half months after Debian 12.5, it continues to leverage the Linux…
Authy Breach: What It Means for You, RockYou 2024 Password Leak
In episode 338, we discuss the recent breach of the two-factor authentication provider Authy and its implications for users. We also explore a massive password list leak titled ‘Rock You 2024’ that has surfaced online. Find out why this file…
Google Nears $23 Billion Purchase Of Wiz: Reports
Alphabet Inc.’s Google is closing in on a $23 billion acquisition of cybersecurity firm Wiz – its largest purchase ever, according to published reports. The mega-deal, first reported by the Wall Street Journal on Sunday, is in advanced talks and…
USENIX Security ’23 – Bypassing Tunnels: Leaking VPN Client Traffic by Abusing Routing Tables
Authors/Presenters:Nian Xue, Yashaswi Malla, Zihang Xia, Christina Pöpper, Mathy Vanhoef 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…
Guarding Gold: Cybersecurity Challenges Ahead of the Paris Olympics
Preparations for the Paris Summer Olympics have been going on for years. And given the expected global audience and international participation, cybersecurity is at the center of the action. The post Guarding Gold: Cybersecurity Challenges Ahead of the Paris Olympics…
USENIX Security ’23 – How Effective is Multiple-Vantage-Point Domain Control Validation?
Authors/Presenters:Grace H. Cimaszewski, Henry Birge-Lee, Liang Wang, Jennifer Rexford, Prateek Mittal 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…
Got Tips?
Dear blog readers, I have a new project which aims to be something in the lines of a final project in the context of that if I can manage to get it going and with success it will mean that…
Advance Auto Parts: Data of 2.3 Million People Stolen in Breach
Advance Auto Parts, a massive auto parts dealer, says 2.3 million people had their information compromised in a data breach of information stored with cloud storage services provider Snowflake. The post Advance Auto Parts: Data of 2.3 Million People Stolen…
USENIX Security ’23 – One Size Does not Fit All: Quantifying the Risk of Malicious App Encounters for Different Android User Profiles
Authors/Presenters:Savino Dambra, Leyla Bilge, Platon Kotzias, Yun Shen, Juan Caballero 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…
Advanced Auto Parts: Data of 2.3 Million People Stolen in Breach
Advance Auto Parts, a massive auto parts dealer, says 2.3 million people had their information compromised in a data breach of information stored with cloud storage services provider Snowflake. The post Advanced Auto Parts: Data of 2.3 Million People Stolen…
USENIX Security ’23 – Problematic Advertising and its Disparate Exposure on Facebook
Authors/Presenters: Muhammad Ali, Angelica Goetzen, Alan Mislove, Elissa M. Redmiles, Piotr Sapiezynski, 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…
Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Pole Vault’
<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://xkcd.com/2955/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”179″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/12d8d7d6-e6e2-490e-b96b-54a7ff2d7c31/pole_vault.png?format=1000w” width=”740″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the comic & cartographic artistry and dry wit of Randall Munroe, creator of XKCD Permalink The post Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Pole Vault’ appeared first…
Addressing Financial Organizations’ Digital Demands While Avoiding Cyberthreats
Financial firms should explore how the vast array of SASE services can improve the services they offer while providing unparalleled security for the network. The post Addressing Financial Organizations’ Digital Demands While Avoiding Cyberthreats appeared first on Security Boulevard. This…
Zero-Trust Strategies: Paving the Way for a Secure Future & Sustainable Enterprise Growth
Explore the importance of zero-trust in safeguarding sensitive information, enhancing organizational visibility, and ensuring a secure and seamless user experience. The post Zero-Trust Strategies: Paving the Way for a Secure Future & Sustainable Enterprise Growth appeared first on Security Boulevard.…
AT&T Says 110M Customers’ Data Leaked — Yep, it’s Snowflake Again
Should’ve used MFA: $T loses yet more customer data—this time, from almost all of them. The post AT&T Says 110M Customers’ Data Leaked — Yep, it’s Snowflake Again appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security…
P2PInfect Botnet Using Miner And Ransomware Payload
Recent media reports have brought to light the P2PInfect malware. The peer-to-peer botnet has been found targeting and exploiting the Redis server’s vulnerability with ransomware and crypto miners. The malware that was once deemed to be dormant and without motive…
6 Steps to Build an Incident Response Workflow for Your Business
From data breaches to malware infections, cyber threats are numerous and ever-evolving. Having a robust incident response workflow is your shield against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. Live patching can be a valuable tool in your cybersecurity strategy by enabling faster…
Musk’s Voice, Likeness Used in Deepfake Scam Targeting the Olympics
Threat actors targeting the upcoming Paris Olympics release a three-part video series called “Olympics Has Fallen II” and use AI-generated deepfake technology to make it appear that Tesla CEO Elon Musk is narrating the story. The post Musk’s Voice, Likeness…
Q-Day Prepping: What Businesses Can Do Now to Address Quantum Security Risks
We’re primed to face another Y2K-like event: Q-Day, the point at which quantum computers become capable of breaking traditional encryption, totally upending security as we know it. The post Q-Day Prepping: What Businesses Can Do Now to Address Quantum Security…
NSFOCUS Recognized as a Leading Innovator in AI-driven Cybersecurity Solutions at WAIC 2024
SANTA CLARA, Calif., July 12, 2024 — NSFOCUS is honored to announce that its Large Model Empowered Security Operations case has been featured in the 2024 Case Studies of Demonstration Application for Foundation Models at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference…
Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) with Email Verification on NTA
This article provides instructions on configuring and using email verification with password authentication to implement two-factor authentication (2FA) on NTA. The NTA version used in this article is V4.5R90F05. The email verification feature is unavailable if your device runs an…
Most Websites and Apps Use Dark Patterns to Cheat Consumers: FTC
The FTC found in a review of studies that more than three-quarters of websites and apps used dark patterns to deceptively manipulate consumers into buying products they didn’t want or to hand over information. The post Most Websites and Apps…
USENIX Security ’23 – How Library IT Staff Navigate Privacy, Security Challenges and Responsibilities
Authors/Presenters: Alan F. Luo, Noel Warford, Samuel Dooley, Rachel Greenstadt, Michelle L. Mazurek, Nora McDonald 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…
Comic Agilé – Mikkel Noe-Nygaard, Luxshan Ratnaravi – #297 – Line Management Deadlock
<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://www.comicagile.net/comic/line-management-deadlock/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”649″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/94b86191-15a1-4f96-a182-b9d8f622a8cc/%23297+-+Line+Management+Deadlock.png?format=1000w” width=”640″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the respected Software Engineering expertise of Mikkel Noe-Nygaard and the lauded Software Engineering / Enterprise Agile Coaching work of Luxshan Ratnaravi at Comic Agilé!…
Emulating the Long-Term Extortionist Nefilim Ransomware
AttackIQ has released a new attack graph that emulates the behaviors exhibited by the extortionist ransomware Nefilim during activities against multiple organizations, primarily based in North or South America, distributed in the financial, manufacturing, or transportation industries since its emergence…
A Comprehensive Guide to the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA)
Financial institutions are increasingly more dependent than ever on Information and Communication Technology (ICT). This dependency offers numerous benefits, like increased efficiency and the ability to provide innovative services, but also exposes financial institutions to a wide array of risks,…
Hyperproof Sweeps G2 Summer Awards (Again)
It’s summer, so it’s time for some sun — and another round of G2 awards! This time, Hyperproof was in the top 10 in 64 categories and brought home 32 awards, a testament to our strong customer experience with our…
USENIX Security ’23 – “Millions of people are watching you”: Understanding the Digital-Safety Needs and Practices of Creators
Authors/Presenters:Patrawat Samermit, Anna Turner, Patrick Gage Kelley, Tara Matthews, Vanessia Wu, Sunny Consolvo, Kurt Thomas 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…
MixMode: Revolutionizing Threat Detection and Prioritization in Cybersecurity
Enter MixMode. The MixMode Platform is a cutting-edge cybersecurity solution that is changing the game in threat detection and prioritization. The MixMode Platform offers a powerful alternative to traditional security tools by leveraging advanced artificial intelligence and a unique data…
Survey Finds Confidence in Data Security Despite Ransomware Scourge
A survey of 322 IT and security professionals finds nearly two-thirds (63%) have confidence in the effectiveness of their organization’s data security measures with another 30% uncertain despite the volume of breaches and ransomware attacks being regularly reported. The post…
Examining the Decrease in Cyber Insurance Rates
The cyber insurance market has proven tricky for many companies to navigate. The ongoing rise in cyberattacks, coupled with a lack of extensive historical data, makes it difficult to obtain this important insurance at affordable rates. However, an interesting trend…
Adaptive Shield Partners with Deloitte to DeliverHolistic, Comprehensive SaaS Security for Global Organizations
Implementing SaaS Security with a Powerful Platform and Top-Tier Managed Security Services Adaptive Shield and Deloitte are partnering to help organizations establish a robust SaaS security posture to prevent cybersecurity attacks and data breaches expanding with the adoption of cloud-based…
Hard Truths about Remote Access Hardware VPNs
Hardware VPNs are the primary method the enterprise uses to connect remote, or what we now call the hybrid workforce, to the IT tools that power our digital economy. The post Hard Truths about Remote Access Hardware VPNs appeared first…
The Team Sport of Cloud Security: Breaking Down the Rules of the Game
Cloud security in 2024 is akin to playing a team sport – it requires clear communication and collaboration between technology vendors and customers. The post The Team Sport of Cloud Security: Breaking Down the Rules of the Game appeared first…