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LogonBox VPN 2.4.6 – Now Available

Introduction LogonBox is pleased to announce the immediate availability of LogonBox VPN 2.4.6.This release includes further performance improvements to some database calls (via a system property), some improvements for reverse proxy handling and working support for Syslog connections using SSL…

US Authorities Shut Down Sites Selling the WarZone RAT

An FBI-led international operation this month seized several domains that were used to sell the notorious WarZone malware that BlackBerry researchers once described as “the Remote Access Trojan (RAT) of choice for aspiring miscreants on a budget.” At the same…

U.S. Authorities Shut Down Sites Selling the WarZone RAT

An FBI-led international operation this month seized several domains that were used to sell the notorious WarZone malware that BlackBerry researchers once described as “the Remote Access Trojan (RAT) of choice for aspiring miscreants on a budget.” At the same…

Applying Zero-Trust to Voice Networks and the 5G Core

Zero-trust architecture is rapidly becoming the go-to approach for security and IT leaders to secure voice, mobile and 5G networks and applications. The post Applying Zero-Trust to Voice Networks and the 5G Core appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article…

Why Real-Time Behavior Analytics is Critical

Real-time behavior analytics enables immediate detection and response, significantly enhancing security and reducing the window for damage The ability to not only understand but also immediately respond to threats as they occur is a principal concern for security teams. Preemptive…

Should I get CISM Certified?

< p class=””>The Certified Information Systems Manager (CISM) qualification is provided by ISACA, and roughly on a par with it’s CISA IT audit qualification. It is a certification for IT security managers, and like CISA tries to strike a balance…

Should I get CISSP Certified?

< p class=””>The focus of CISSP is purely Information Security. Having said that, its a very big field. CISSP’s reputation as a certification is for being ‘a mile wide and an inch deep’. In fact it’s so wide that rather…

A personal experience of CISSP boot camp

< p class=””>Information risk and security is an infinite field of work and study. You can spend your whole life trying to gain the width or depth of knowledge necessary to do the job competently, and every day feel you…

USENIX Security ’23 – Pardis Emami-Naeini, Janarth Dheenadhayalan, Yuvraj Agarwal, Lorrie Faith Cranor – Are Consumers Willing to Pay for Security and Privacy of IoT Devices?

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. The post USENIX…

Cyber Mayday and My Journey to Oz

When we persevere through difficulties our results are often better than initially expected. Here’s a story of how pandemic disappointments and travel problems led to new professional opportunities.   The post Cyber Mayday and My Journey to Oz appeared first…

Should I get CISA Certified?

< p class=””>CISA is possibly the one ‘pure’ Information systems audit qualification that is recognised anywhere. It is balanced between technical IT knowledge and business understanding. And it has lovely exam questions – and I should know, as I wrote…

USENIX Security ’23 – Measuring Up To (Reasonable) Consumer Expectations: Providing An Empirical Basis For Holding IoT Manufacturers Legally Responsible

Authors/Presenters:Lorenz Kustosch, Carlos Gañán, Mattis van ‘t Schip, Michel van Eeten, Simon Parkin 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…

Facebook fake videos

I have spent a not-very-happy time this morning, besieged by Facebook group posts passed off as porn videos and trying to get rid of them. In fact, it’s unlikely that they’re either porn or videos: they’re bot postings of malicious…

Checkmarx Report Surfaces Software Supply Chain Compromises

A Checkmarx report found 56% of attacks against software supply chains resulted in thefts of credential and confidential data. The post Checkmarx Report Surfaces Software Supply Chain Compromises appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security…

The ROI of Investing in Cybersecurity

The need for investing in cybersecurity now, so that a breach doesn’t become an organization’s funding case, needs to be clear for all stakeholders  Digital transformation drives business operations, and dedicating funds towards cybersecurity has gone from being an IT…

2023 Sees Record Data Compromises Amidst Changing Tactics

Cybercriminals are shifting their focus toward targeted identity fraud and scams resulting in fewer overall victims. The post 2023 Sees Record Data Compromises Amidst Changing Tactics appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read…

IoT Testing: Best Practices And Challenges in 2024

According to Transforma Insights, the wide form of Internet of Things (IoT) devices in use globally is expected to nearly double from 15.1 billion to 29 billion in 2030. These gadgets are available in a wide variety of bureaucracies, along…

China-Sponsored Hackers Lie in Wait to Attack US Infrastructure

Hackers with the Chinese state-sponsored threat group Volt Typhoon continue to hide away in computers and networks of U.S. critical infrastructure entities, “pre-positioning” themselves to disrupt operations if conflicts between the United States and China arise, according to the top…

China-Sponsored Hackers Lie in Wait to Attack U.S. Infrastructure

Hackers with the Chinese state-sponsored threat group Volt Typhoon continue to hide away in computers and networks of U.S. critical infrastructure entities, “pre-positioning” themselves to disrupt operations if conflicts between the United States and China arise, according to the top…

Report Details Scope of Global Threat to Elections

Election interference is now a global concern that will most likely require more international collaboration to combat. The post Report Details Scope of Global Threat to Elections appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard…

Ransomware Payments in 2023 Hit $1 Billion: Chainalysis

Ransomware gangs raked in more than $1 billion in ransom payments last year as they exploited security flaws – particularly the vulnerability in the MOVEit file transfer software – and grew their focus on hospitals, schools, and other critical infrastructure.…

SMTP Yahoo Error Codes Explained

Reading Time: 5 min Understand the SMPT error codes returned by Yahoo. Learn how to troubleshoot to meet the Yahoo email sender guidelines. The post SMTP Yahoo Error Codes Explained appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed…

CTEM: Navigating the Future of Attack Surface

This article introduces the concept of Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM), delving into the philosophy behind CTEM, its five stages, and exploring key technologies that support its implementation. I.      Introduction In mid-October 2023, Gartner released the top 10 strategic technology trends for 2024 that…

NSFOCUS WAF Security Reports

NSFOCUS WAF security reports are divided into classification-specific alert reports and period-specific alert reports. You can acquire reports based on query conditions, such as websites, event types, statistic collection periods, and statistic collection time. 1. Generation procedure: Logs & Reports…

Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Relationship Advice’

<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://xkcd.com/2889/”> <img alt=”” height=”241″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/68bf25af-0993-492f-9bf1-0e310f675e45/relationship_advice.png?format=1000w” width=”740″ /> </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 ‘Relationship Advice’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. This…

Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Ransomware Mitigation

Without AI, organizations will continue to suffer and struggle with recovery when faced with ransomware and other cyberattacks. The post Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Ransomware Mitigation appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read…

IBM Shows How Generative AI Tools Can Hijack Live Calls

IBM researchers have discovered a way to use generative AI tools to hijack live audio calls and manipulate what is being said without the speakers knowing. The “audio-jacking” technique – which uses large-language models (LLMs), voice cloning, text-to-speech, and speech-to-text…

The 8 Must Haves for the Next Generation of SIEM

A next-generation SIEM requires advanced security technologies, flexible deployment options, cost-effectiveness and transparent licensing. The post The 8 Must Haves for the Next Generation of SIEM appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read…

Mastering SBOMs: Best practices

In our recent webinar, Mastering SBOMs: Best Practices, speakers, including Ilkka Turunen, Field CTO, Sonatype, Roger Smith, Global Testing and Digital Assurance Lead, DXC Technology, and Marc Luescher, Solution Architect, AWS, shed light on the importance of software bills of…

Report Surfaces Extent of SaaS Application Insecurity

A Wing Security survey found nearly all respondents experienced a security incident involving at least one SaaS application. The post Report Surfaces Extent of SaaS Application Insecurity appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard…

USENIX Security ’23 – Chen Chen, Rahul Kande, Nathan Nguyen, Flemming Andersen, and Aakash Tyagi, Ahmad-Reza Sadeghi, Jeyavijayan Rajendran – HyPFuzz: Formal-Assisted Processor Fuzzing

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. The post USENIX…

US Uses Visa Restrictions in Struggle Against Spyware

The United States will impose visa restrictions on foreign individuals who have been involving the misuse of spyware, the latest effort by the Biden Administration to address the dangers of the commercial software that often is used by governments and…

Innovation With a Security-First Mindset

Prioritizing a robust security-first position does not have to hinder productivity or the ability of teams to achieve business goals. The post Innovation With a Security-First Mindset  appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard…

The Cloudflare source code breach: Lessons learned

The high-profile web hosting company Cloudflare said last week that a sophisticated attacker gained access to code repositories used by the company, and made off with sensitive internal code. This was just the latest such attack targeting the firm.  The…

EasyDMARC VS Proofpoint DMARC

Looking for email authentication and security software? This … The post EasyDMARC VS Proofpoint DMARC appeared first on EasyDMARC. The post EasyDMARC VS Proofpoint DMARC appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the…

Navigating Cybersecurity Budget Constraints for K-12 Schools

K-12 education is one of the most targeted industries for ransomware. Damage can include permanent… The post Navigating Cybersecurity Budget Constraints for K-12 Schools appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original…

CSO’s Guide: Water-Tight Account Security For Your Company

This essential CSO guide outlines the robust account monitoring, access notifications, multi-factor authentication, deception technology, and user controls crucial for implementing unmatched account security across your organization. The post CSO’s Guide: Water-Tight Account Security For Your Company appeared first on…

Top Trends in Cybersecurity, Ransomware and AI in 2024

As the cybersecurity landscape evolves, organizations must adapt their strategies to combat emerging threats. The post Top Trends in Cybersecurity, Ransomware and AI in 2024 appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the…

Are Passwords Killing Your Customer Experience?

Businesses are striving to create better customer experiences, but reliance on password-based authentication is holding them back. The post Are Passwords Killing Your Customer Experience? appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the…

Secureworks Applies Multiple Forms of AI to Assess Threat Risks

Secureworks threat score capability leverages artificial intelligence (AI) within its Taegris extended detection and response (XDR) platform. The post Secureworks Applies Multiple Forms of AI to Assess Threat Risks appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from…

Two Practical Examples of Modern Cloud SecOps

These two examples of of core principles should help any SecOps team improve their cloud security operations.  The post Two Practical Examples of Modern Cloud SecOps appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read…

How to comply with GDPR requirements

Understanding the Basics of GDPR Compliance Within the sphere of cybersecurity, significant strides were made as the European Union (EU) introduced an innovative legislative tool called the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), unveiled on May 25, 2018. This regulation highlights…

Alert: Jenkins Vulnerabilities Open Servers To RCE Attacks

Jenkins, an influential Java-based open-source automation platform celebrated for its extensive plugin ecosystem and continuous integration capabilities, recently unveiled a series of vulnerabilities in its offerings. One particularly critical vulnerability, carrying the potential for Remote Code Execution (RCE) attacks, has…

2022 End of Year Roundup

Articles related to cyber risk quantification, cyber risk management, and cyber resilience. The post 2022 End of Year Roundup appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article: 2022 End of Year…

Blocking Compromised Tokens with Wallarm

In our Annual API ThreatStats report, we highlighted the increasing threat of API Leaks. An API Leak is the disclosure of sensitive API information, such as a token, credential, or private schema. These leaks can occur directly via the API…

Microsoft Breach — How Can I See This In BloodHound?

Microsoft Breach — How Can I See This In BloodHound? Summary On January 25, 2024, Microsoft announced Russia’s foreign intelligence service (i.e., Sluzhba vneshney razvedki Rossiyskoy Federatsii [SVR]) breached their corporate EntraID environment. We reviewed the information Microsoft’s team provided in their…

Survey Surfaces Raft of Cloud Security Challenges

Most IT practitioners rely on legacy platforms and practices originally designed for on-premises IT to secure cloud computing environments. The post Survey Surfaces Raft of Cloud Security Challenges appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security…

Daniel Stori’s ‘bash-gpt’

<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”http://turnoff.us/geek/bash-gpt” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”685″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/498da746-d5f7-40ec-a23c-98c8b7e5dba0/image-asset.jpeg?format=1000w” width=”836″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the webcomic talent of the inimitable Daniel Stori at Turnoff.US. Permalink The post Daniel Stori’s ‘bash-gpt’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has…

Security Leaders, C-Suite Unite to Tackle Cyberthreats

CEOs are becoming more hands-on and prioritizing cyber resilience as the traditional silos between ITOps and security teams break down. The post Security Leaders, C-Suite Unite to Tackle Cyberthreats appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security…

Essential Business Continuity Requires Application Resilience

For organizations playing a crucial role in infrastructure and the economy, application resilience is a necessity  When the links of financial institutions or energy providers are pivotal to the economy and critical infrastructure, the hardiness of their application portfolios becomes…

Diving into the 2024 Security Megatrends

Cybersecurity is a fast-paced and constantly changing industry. Ongoing technological advancements, new paradigms and evolving threat actor techniques make the landscape look different each year. Keeping up with the trends and changes is not only a point of curiosity; it’s…

USENIX Security ’23 – Cas Cremers, Charlie Jacomme, Aurora Naska – Formal Analysis of Session-Handling in Secure Messaging: Lifting Security from Sessions to Conversations

Permalink The post USENIX Security ’23 – Cas Cremers, Charlie Jacomme, Aurora Naska – Formal Analysis of Session-Handling in Secure Messaging: Lifting Security from Sessions to Conversations appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard…

Telegram is a Wide-Open Marketplace for Phishing Tools

The encrypted messaging app Telegram has become a veritable marketplace for bad actors who want to launch effective phishing campaigns on the cheap, essentially democratizing the cyberthreat, according to researchers at cybersecurity firm Guardio. Where once the various parts that…

FBI Warning: China Will Hack US Infra. (via Router Botnet)

a/k/a BRONZE SILHOUETTE: FBI head Wray won’t tolerate China’s “real-world threat to our physical safety.” The post FBI Warning: China Will Hack US Infra. (via Router Botnet) appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard…

The State of Ransomware 2024

BlackFog’s state of ransomware report measures publicly disclosed and non-disclosed attacks globally. The post The State of Ransomware 2024 appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article: The State of Ransomware…

Biden Will Veto Efforts to Spike SEC Breach Disclosure Rule

President Biden is warning Congressional Republicans that he will veto any attempts to overturn the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) new requirement for public companies disclosing cybersecurity incidents. In a brief policy statement this week, the White House said public…