Data Breach Today
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Expect Ransomware Groups to Abuse Critical-Severity Bug to Steal Data, Experts Warn Security experts are urging all Veeam Backup & Replication users to immediately update their software to patch a flaw that attackers can remotely exploit to take full control of a system. Experts say ransomware groups likely will target the critical-severity vulnerability for double extortion.
Weissman's World
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Julius Caesar had it right when he observed that “experience is the best teacher, and the worst experiences teach the best lessons.” How do I know? Because I’ve been helping organizations Do Information Right™ for a long time and have learned a great many lessons that you can benefit from without having to learn them the hard way. The post My Experience is Your Best Teacher appeared first on Holly Group.
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Data Breach Today
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Urgent Fix Addresses Critical Flaw That Allows Remote Code Execution Progress Software released an urgent patch Thursday to fix a critical vulnerability that hackers could exploit to launch remote attacks. The company is no stranger to urgent patching. It was at the center of a Memorial Day 2023 mass hacking incident.
Security Affairs
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Users are exploiting a privacy flaw in WhatsApp to bypass the app’s “View once” feature, allowing them to re-view messages. The ‘View Once ‘ feature in WhatsApp allows users to send photos, videos, and voice messages that can only be viewed once by the recipient. Recipients cannot forward, share, or copy the “View Once” media, and they cannot take screenshots or screen recordings of it.
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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have migrated their testing and production workloads to the cloud, yet development environments often remain tied to outdated local setups, limiting efficiency and growth.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.
Data Breach Today
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Ransomware Gang Daixin Claims It Published Sensitive Patient Info on Dark Web Site A Louisiana-based ambulance company that provides emergency medical care services in four states is notifying nearly 3 million people that their sensitive health information was potentially stolen in a June hack. Ransomware gang Daixin claims to have published the data on its dark web leak site.
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Data Breach Today
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Victims Reported $5.6 Billion in Financial Losses Associated With Crypto Schemes The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center on Monday issued a report revealing victims filed more than 69,000 public complaints related to cryptocurrency fraud and $5.6 billion in financial losses in 2023, while investment scams made up the bulk of losses throughout the year.
Schneier on Security
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
In 2018, Australia passed the Assistance and Access Act, which—among other things—gave the government the power to force companies to break their own encryption. The Assistance and Access Act includes key components that outline investigatory powers between government and industry. These components include: Technical Assistance Requests (TARs): TARs are voluntary requests for assistance accessing encrypted data from law enforcement to teleco and technology companies.
Data Breach Today
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Threat Actor Is Likely a Beijing Cyberespionage Operator A Chinese-speaking hacking group is targeting drone manufacturers in Taiwan and other military-related industries on the island country located roughly 100 miles from mainland China. Trend Micro on Friday said it tracks the threat actor as "Tidrone.
eSecurity Planet
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Industrial control systems (ICS) are the backbone of critical infrastructure, powering essential operations in the energy, manufacturing, water treatment, and transportation sectors. These systems ensure the seamless functioning of processes that keep industries running smoothly and efficiently. However, as ICSs become more integrated with digital networks, their vulnerability to cyberthreats grows, making robust security measures essential to safeguarding these vital operations.
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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?
Data Breach Today
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Action Aims to Ensure That Domestic Defense Industry Keeps Up With AI Developments The U.S. federal government is preparing to collect reports from foundational artificial intelligence model developers, including details about their cybersecurity defenses and red-teaming efforts. The Department of Commerce said it wants thoughts on how data should be safety collected and stored.
eSecurity Planet
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Last week’s vulnerability news highlighted major security problems that affect a wide range of technologies. These vulnerabilities represent significant dangers for end users and organizations — from the remote code execution vulnerabilities in Veeam Backup & Replication and Apache OFBiz to the severe access control issues in SonicWall and Google Android.
Data Breach Today
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
COO Jill Popelka Promoted to Chief Executive as Thoma Bravo Acquisition Nears Close Darktrace has promoted COO Jill Popelka to CEO, replacing long-time leader Poppy Gustafsson. As the cybersecurity AI vendor prepares to finalize its sale to Thoma Bravo, Popelka will steer Darktrace into its next phase of growth. Gustafsson will join the board as a non-executive director.
WIRED Threat Level
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
xAI's generative AI tool, Grok AI, is unhinged compared to its competitors. It's also scooping up a ton of data people post on X. Here's how to keep your posts out of Grok—and why you should.
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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.
Collaboration 2.0
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Actionable health insights were an overarching theme across Apple's new line of products, including the ability for the AirPods Pro 2 to act as an over-the-counter hearing aid.
CGI
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
It requires deeper thought (and some crystal ball gazing) to anticipate the wider impacts of the intersection between AI and other technologies. So how can insurers create a fluid strategy that helps them successfully manage this uncertainty?
Collaboration 2.0
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The newest iPhone model features a larger and stronger display than last year's, a more powerful and efficient processor, and a camera control button. Is it worth upgrading?
KnowBe4
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Researchers at Malwarebytes warn of a surge in election-themed scams ahead of November’s presidential election in the US. These attacks can be expected to increase as the election grows closer.
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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!
Collaboration 2.0
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Apple's new iPhone 16 Pro has some notable improvements, but are they enough to warrant upgrading from the iPhone 14 Pro just two years later? Here's how to decide.
KnowBe4
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Threat actors are opting for malicious links over attachments in email-based attacks because it gives them a critical advantage that many solutions can’t address.
Collaboration 2.0
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Apple unveiled the new iPhone 16 with standout camera improvements and larger displays, but which one is right for you? We'll break down how each model compares.
Security Affairs
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Payment gateway provider Slim CD disclosed a data breach, credit card and personal data of almost 1.7 million individuals were compromised. The electronic payment gateway Slim CD disclosed a data breach following a cyberattack. Personal data and credit card details of 1,693,000 individuals were compromised. Slim CD’s gateway system allows merchants to accept any kind of electronic payment with a single piece of software.
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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.
Collaboration 2.0
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
By offering the Camera Control button, Action button, and even the A18 chipset, the gap between the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro is now smaller than ever.
Security Affairs
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Researchers warn of a fresh cluster of activity associated with the Predator spyware using a new infrastructure, following the U.S. sanctions against the Intellexa Consortium. Recorded Future researchers warn that the Predator spyware has resurfaced with fresh infrastructure after a decline caused by US sanctions against Intellexa Consortium. In March 2024, the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced actions on two individuals and five entities associated w
Collaboration 2.0
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Technology, innovation, and strategy experts share their points of view on AI agent adoption and the future of the autonomous AI-powered enterprise.
Collaboration 2.0
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Apple unveiled a slew of new hardware and features during its Monday keynote. Here's a roundup of the company's announcements.
Speaker: Anindo Banerjea, CTO at Civio & Tony Karrer, CTO at Aggregage
When developing a Gen AI application, one of the most significant challenges is improving accuracy. This can be especially difficult when working with a large data corpus, and as the complexity of the task increases. The number of use cases/corner cases that the system is expected to handle essentially explodes. 💥 Anindo Banerjea is here to showcase his significant experience building AI/ML SaaS applications as he walks us through the current problems his company, Civio, is solving.
Collaboration 2.0
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Apple announced the new iPhone 16 lineup with iOS 18 today. Here are the best new features coming to your old iPhone.
Collaboration 2.0
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Apple announced two new AirPods in the fourth-generation lineup. Here are some key differences to consider before upgrading.
Collaboration 2.0
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Opinion: The iPhone 16's hardware is impressive, but Apple Intelligence currently leaves much to be desired.
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