Tue.Mar 26, 2024

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Recent ‘MFA Bombing’ Attacks Targeting Apple Users

Krebs on Security

Several Apple customers recently reported being targeted in elaborate phishing attacks that involve what appears to be a bug in Apple’s password reset feature. In this scenario, a target’s Apple devices are forced to display dozens of system-level prompts that prevent the devices from being used until the recipient responds “Allow” or “Don’t Allow” to each prompt.

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Alert: Hackers Hit High-Risk Individuals' Personal Accounts

Data Breach Today

Cybersecurity Experts Recommend Defenses to Counter Surge in Such Attacks Calling all high-risk individuals: Ensure you're taking adequate steps to secure your personal devices and accounts, as criminals and nation-state hackers increasingly target them instead of grappling with corporate defenses, warned the U.K.'s National Cyber Security Center.

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TheMoon bot infected 40,000 devices in January and February

Security Affairs

A new variant of TheMoon malware infected thousands of outdated small office and home office (SOHO) routers and IoT devices worldwide. The Black Lotus Labs team at Lumen Technologies uncovered an updated version of “ TheMoon ” bot targeting end-of-life (EoL) small home/small office (SOHO) routers and IoT devices. The new version of the bot has been spotted infecting thousands of outdated devices in 88 countries.

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iSoon Leak Shows Links to Chinese APT Groups

Data Breach Today

The Firm Is Operating Alongside RedHotel, RedAlpha and Poison Carp Chinese hacking contractor iSoon supported three separate cyberespionage operations on behalf of Beijing, say security researchers who analyzed a leaked data trove belonging to the firm. Details of the inside workings of the previously obscure Chinese hacking-for-hire firm emerged in February.

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Prevent Data Breaches With Zero-Trust Enterprise Password Management

Keeper Security is transforming cybersecurity for people and organizations around the world. Keeper’s affordable and easy-to-use solutions are built on a foundation of zero-trust and zero-knowledge security to protect every user on every device. Our next-generation privileged access management solution deploys in minutes and seamlessly integrates with any tech stack to prevent breaches, reduce help desk costs and ensure compliance.

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Finnish police linked APT31 to the 2021 parliament attack

Security Affairs

The Finnish Police attributed the attack against the parliament that occurred in March 2021 to the China-linked group APT31. The Finnish Police attributed the March 2021 attack on the parliament to the China-linked group APT31. The Finnish authorities investigated multiple offenses, including aggravated espionage, aggravated unlawful access to an information system, and aggravated violation of the secrecy of communications.

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Julian Assange Won’t Be Extradited to the US Yet

WIRED Threat Level

A high court in London says the WikiLeaks founder won’t be extradited “immediately” and the US must provide more “assurances” about any extradition.

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On Point: The New Impersonation-Social Engineering Attacks

Data Breach Today

How AI and Deepfakes Make Impersonation Attacks Stronger - and How to Stop Them Industrious attackers are using cutting-edge deepfake and AI technologies to blend impersonation and social engineering attacks. Robust processes that include checks and balances and improved proving awareness of staff and customers are the keys to preventing them.

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[New Research] KnowBe4's Report is a Call to Action for Global Organizations to Improve Their Security Culture

KnowBe4

We’re thrilled to announce the release of the 2024 Security Culture Report , which dives deep into how security measures affect organizations and the way employees act and feel at work.

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Anand Oswal on How Talon's Browser Tech Boosts Cyber Defense

Data Breach Today

Palo Alto Networks Enables Hybrid Work, Fuels Unmanaged Device Security With Deal Palo Alto Networks Senior Vice President Anand Oswal details how Talon's browser technology secures unmanaged devices, enhances SASE capabilities and facilitates hybrid work. The platform security behemoth bought Tel Aviv, Israel-based based Talon in December for $458.6 million.

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Optimizing The Modern Developer Experience with Coder

Many software teams have migrated their testing and production workloads to the cloud, yet development environments often remain tied to outdated local setups, limiting efficiency and growth. This is where Coder comes in. In our 101 Coder webinar, you’ll explore how cloud-based development environments can unlock new levels of productivity. Discover how to transition from local setups to a secure, cloud-powered ecosystem with ease.

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New Phishing-as-a-Service Kit Attempts to Bypass MFA

KnowBe4

A Phishing-as-a-Service (PhaaS) platform called “Tycoon 2FA” has surged in popularity over the past several months, according to researchers at Sekoia. The phishing kit is notable for its focus on bypassing victims’ multi-factor authentication measures.

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NTIA Pushes for Independent Audits of AI Systems

Data Breach Today

Accountability Needed to Unleah Full Potential of AI, Says NTIA Administrator The U.S. National Telecommunications and Information Administration released a report Wednesday calling for improved transparency into high-risk artificial intelligence systems, as well as independent audits that can help hold AI developers accountable.

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It’s Official: Cyber Insurance is No Longer Seen as a 'Safety Net'

KnowBe4

A new report on the state of email security sheds some light on how organizations are viewing and approaching cyber insurance as they shift strategy toward being cyber resilient.

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On Secure Voting Systems

Schneier on Security

Andrew Appel shepherded a public comment —signed by twenty election cybersecurity experts, including myself—on best practices for ballot marking devices and vote tabulation. It was written for the Pennsylvania legislature, but it’s general in nature. From the executive summary: We believe that no system is perfect, with each having trade-offs.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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CyberheistNews Vol 14 #13 If Social Engineering Accounts for Up to 90% of Attacks, Why Is It Ignored?

KnowBe4

If Social Engineering Accounts for Up to 90% of Attacks, Why Is It Ignored?

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AI and Trust

Schneier on Security

Watch the Video on YouTube.com A 15-minute talk by Bruce Schneier.

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Migrating data to the cloud? Don’t neglect change management

Collibra

Did you know 72% of companies identify data as their biggest challenge to achieving AI goals by 2025? 1 For data professionals embarking on a data cloud migration , the stakes couldn’t be any higher. It’s why effective change management is not just a luxury; it’s a necessity for unlocking the full power of cloud capabilities and ensuring adoption.

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Best Small Business Services for Document Management

Record Nations

In today’s fast-paced business world, small businesses often juggle numerous tasks with limited resources. One area that can become particularly burdensome is managing documents. From invoices and contracts to employee records and customer information, the sheer volume of paperwork can quickly overwhelm even the most organized entrepreneur. However, document management services offer a solution that.

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The Cloud Development Environment Adoption Report

Cloud Development Environments (CDEs) are changing how software teams work by moving development to the cloud. Our Cloud Development Environment Adoption Report gathers insights from 223 developers and business leaders, uncovering key trends in CDE adoption. With 66% of large organizations already using CDEs, these platforms are quickly becoming essential to modern development practices.

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Apprenticeship Stories: Lavinia Bentley

CILIP

CILIP Copyright COnference 2024 By Lavinia Bentley, Archive Assistant, Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust, Collections Centre, British Motor Museum Is starting an apprenticeship in the 60th year of your life a good idea? In my experience the answer is a resounding yes. Having had three children, all now adults, a 20-year career in nursing, ten years as a sensory panellist in the coffee industry, (tasting coffee for Douwe Egberts – and yes, that was a dream job), I was faced with redundancy when the p

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The path to embedded sustainability

IBM Big Data Hub

Businesses seeking to accelerate sustainability initiatives must take an integrated approach that brings together all business and technology functions. Sustainability is no longer the responsibility of only the chief sustainability officer (CSO). It is not managed by a single department in a silo. Driving true sustainable impact, at scale, takes place when an enterprise is fully aligned to that transformation.

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Pen&inc. Subscribe now for Spring/Summer

CILIP

CILIP Copyright COnference 2024 The Spring/Summer issue of Pen&inc. is out soon – and you can subscribe now to ensure you get the latest copy posted through your door. Pen&inc. is CILIP’s magazine and listing guide that celebrates the best in inclusive and representative books for children and young people. Your subscription helps support our work and allows others to enjoy the free to access digital edition.

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The total patient experience: reflections from HIMSS 2024

OpenText Information Management

The landscape of healthcare is evolving rapidly, driven by shifting consumer expectations and technological advancements. Patients are no longer passive recipients of care; they are actively seeking personalized experiences and convenient solutions. At the same time, healthcare providers are recognizing the importance of employee experience in delivering exceptional patient care.

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The Tumultuous IT Landscape Is Making Hiring More Difficult

After a year of sporadic hiring and uncertain investment areas, tech leaders are scrambling to figure out what’s next. This whitepaper reveals how tech leaders are hiring and investing for the future. Download today to learn more!

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End-user computing considerations and challenges

Jamf

In this blog, learn about end-user computing (EUC), as we define what EUC is, discuss what to consider and explain some challenges to implementing it in your enterprise.

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Klick Health Launches AI-Powered Competitive Marketing Audit & Assessment Tool for Healthcare Marketers

Information Matters

Klick Site AiQ provides real-time insights on pharma websites, industry trends, and market dynamics Klick Health, a leading healthcare marketing agency, has announced the launch of Klick Site AiQ™, an Read more The post Klick Health Launches AI-Powered Competitive Marketing Audit & Assessment Tool for Healthcare Marketers appeared first on Information Matters - Where AI Meets Knowledge Management.

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How to FaceTime on Android with iPhone users

Collaboration 2.0

Did you know that Android and iPhone users can FaceTime each other? Here's how to do it.

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Talkdesk Introduces Groundbreaking Generative AI Suite for On-Premises Contact Centers

Information Matters

Talkdesk, a global leader in AI-powered contact center solutions, has announced the launch of Talkdesk Ascend Connect, the industry’s first suite of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) applications designed to seamlessly Read more The post Talkdesk Introduces Groundbreaking Generative AI Suite for On-Premises Contact Centers appeared first on Information Matters - Where AI Meets Knowledge Management.

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Introducing CDEs to Your Enterprise

Explore how enterprises can enhance developer productivity and onboarding by adopting self-hosted Cloud Development Environments (CDEs). This whitepaper highlights the simplicity and flexibility of cloud-based development over traditional setups, demonstrating how large teams can leverage economies of scale to boost efficiency and developer satisfaction.

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Christine Jorgensen: America’s First Transgender Celebrity

Unwritten Record

Clip from Universal Newsreel Volume 26, Release 440 (Local ID: UN-UN-26-440-1-4 ) Please Note: Primary source documents used in this post may contain harmful language. See NARA’s Statement on Potentially Harmful Language. The scenes shown in this 1953 Universal Newsreel footage are some of the first moments pioneering transgender woman Christine Jorgensen would spend in the spotlight.

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Gartner Predicts 9.3% Growth in European IT Spending for 2024, Surpassing $1 Trillion

Information Matters

According to a recent forecast by Gartner, Inc., IT spending in Europe is expected to reach $1.1 trillion in 2024, representing a 9.3% increase from 2023. The region is on Read more The post Gartner Predicts 9.3% Growth in European IT Spending for 2024, Surpassing $1 Trillion appeared first on Information Matters - Where AI Meets Knowledge Management.

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UK, New Zealand against China-linked cyber operations

Security Affairs

UK, Australia and New Zealand are accusing China-linked threat actors of cyber operations against UK institutions and parliamentarians. GCHQ’s National Cyber Security Centre believes that China-linked cyberespionage group APT31 was responsible for cyber attacks against UK parliamentarians’ emails in 2021. The UK intelligence believes that China-linked threat actors also compromised the UK Electoral Commission’s systems in a separate campaign. “The UK government has called out China state-a