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LoanDepot Hit by Ransomware Attack; Multiple Systems Offline

Data Breach Today

Large Mortgage Lender's Customers Say the Online Payment Portable Is Inaccessible Non-bank mortgage lending giant LoanDepot is warning customers and investors that hackers have infiltrated its network, gained unauthorized access to information and encrypted data, leading to it taking numerous systems offline while it probes the attack.

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Meet Ika & Sal: The Bulletproof Hosting Duo from Hell

Krebs on Security

In 2020, the United States brought charges against four men accused of building a bulletproof hosting empire that once dominated the Russian cybercrime industry and supported multiple organized cybercrime groups. All four pleaded guilty to conspiracy and racketeering charges. But there is a fascinating and untold backstory behind the two Russian men involved, who co-ran the world’s top spam forum and worked closely with Russia’s most dangerous cybercriminals.

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BreachForums Boss Jailed for Violating Release Requirements

Data Breach Today

Conor Fitzgerald Allegedly Violated Computer Monitoring Requirement, VPN Ban The FBI arrested Conor Fitzgerald, the admitted administrator of the notorious, now-defunct BreachForums data breach forum and marketplace, for violating the conditions of his presentencing release, after he allegedly used VPN software and evaded mandatory monitoring of his computers.

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Swiss Air Force sensitive files stolen in the hack of Ultra Intelligence & Communications

Security Affairs

Documents belonging to the Swiss Air Force were leaked on the dark web as a result of cyberattack on a US security provider. Documents belonging to the Swiss Air Force were leaked on the dark web after the US security company Ultra Intelligence & Communications suffered a data breach. Ultra Intelligence & Communications provides critical tactical capabilities, including cybersecurity and remote cryptographic management systems for clients including the DoD, FBI, DEA, NATO, AT&T, the

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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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US DHS Solicits Synthetic Data Expertise for AI Training

Data Breach Today

Agency Prepares $1.7M Contracts for Synthetic Data Prototypes In a solicitation for synthetic data generators, the U.S. federal government is looking for a machine that can generate fake data for real-world scenarios, such as identifying cybersecurity threats. Synthetic data can boost the accuracy of machine learning models or be used to test systems.

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NYS: Clinic Must Pay $450K Fine, Spend $1.2M on Security

Data Breach Today

State AG Settlement Comes After 2021 Lorenz Ransomware Attack on Health Center A federally funded health center that provides services to underserved communities in New York has been fined up to $450,000 and must invest $1.2 million in improving its data security, under a settlement with state regulators involving a 2021 ransomware attack that affected about 261,000 people.

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DoJ charged 19 individuals in a transnational cybercrime investigation xDedic Marketplace

Security Affairs

19 individuals worldwide were charged in a transnational cybercrime investigation of the now defunct xDedic marketplace. The U.S. DoJ charged 19 individuals worldwide for their role in the operations of the now-defunct xDedic Marketplace. In January 2019, law enforcement agencies in the US and Europe announced the seizure of the popular xDedic marketplace , an underground market offering for sale access to compromised systems and personally identifiable information.

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Second Interdisciplinary Workshop on Reimagining Democracy

Schneier on Security

Last month, I convened the Second Interdisciplinary Workshop on Reimagining Democracy ( IWORD 2023 ) at the Harvard Kennedy School Ash Center. As with IWORD 2022 , the goal was to bring together a diverse set of thinkers and practitioners to talk about how democracy might be reimagined for the twenty-first century. My thinking is very broad here. Modern democracy was invented in the mid-eighteenth century, using mid-eighteenth-century technology.

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FBI Releases Blackcat Ransomware Decryption Tool to Victims, Disrupting Attacks

KnowBe4

For the first time ever, the U.S. Justice Department announced the existence of an FBI-developed decryption tool that has been used to save hundreds of victim organizations attacked by one of the most prolific ransomware variants in the world.

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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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VulnRecap 1/8/24 – Ivanti EPM & Attacks on Old Apache Vulnerabilities

eSecurity Planet

The new year brought few new vulnerabilities, and only Ivanti Endpoint Manager (EPM) and Kyber, the quantum resistant encryption algorithm, publicized new vulnerabilities or fixes. Unfortunately, most news derived from the active attacks on multiple older vulnerabilities, which threaten to expose organizations slow to patch. Speed remains critical to security, but more importantly, patching teams need to make progress with patch and vulnerability management.

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Thales + Imperva: Delivering the Next Generation of Data Security

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

Thales + Imperva: Delivering the Next Generation of Data Security madhav Tue, 01/09/2024 - 05:13 We are pleased to share that Thales has completed its acquisition of Imperva. Imperva is now merging with our Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing Business Line. As we bring our teams together, we are committed to our strategic partners. With the addition of Imperva, Thales’ expanded cybersecurity portfolio now offers a highly complementary combination of solutions to help you protect what matters mos

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Judicial systems are turning to AI to help manage its vast quantities of data and expedite case resolution

IBM Big Data Hub

The judiciary, like the legal system in general, is considered one of the largest “text processing industries” Language, documents, and texts are the raw material of legal and judicial work. That data plays a crucial role in the judicial system, helping investigators, lawyers and judges fit together the circumstances surrounding a particular case in an effort to see that justice is served.

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2024 Security Software Pricing Preference Survey

KnowBe4

I need your help, I'm super interested to know what your current preferences are related to licensing and pricing models for security software. You may love or hate particular models and I'm dying to know what you actually like the best.

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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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Event-driven architecture (EDA) enables a business to become more aware of everything that’s happening, as it’s happening 

IBM Big Data Hub

In modern enterprises, where operations leave a massive digital footprint, business events allow companies to become more adaptable and able to recognize and respond to opportunities or threats as they occur. They can optimize their supply chains, create delightful, personalized experiences for their customers, proactively identify quality issues or intercept customer churn before it occurs.

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How to achieve smarter product traceability

OpenText Information Management

The phrase “from farm to table or farm to fork” is a clear example of traceability in the food or produce industry. It gives a sense of authenticity and imparts a commitment to supporting a local community. How can product traceability in other sectors, such as recreational equipment or nutritional supplements with a global reach, … The post How to achieve smarter product traceability appeared first on OpenText Blogs.

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Trend Watch 2024: Hot Topics in California Regulation and Litigation

Data Matters

Join our 7th annual Trend Watch webinar to learn how tactical decision-making can help you conquer California’s challenging legal environment. Our focus areas will include: New developments in California privacy law Prop. 65 by the numbers Need-to-know environmental law changes The post Trend Watch 2024: Hot Topics in California Regulation and Litigation appeared first on Data Matters Privacy Blog.

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Zeroing-In on Zero Hunger

OpenText Information Management

At OpenText, we believe that the future of growth is sustainable and inclusive. We also believe that one of the best ways we can make a lasting impact is to think globally and act locally, investing in the communities where we live and work. As part of our commitment to Zero Barriers, and in alignment … The post Zeroing-In on Zero Hunger appeared first on OpenText Blogs.

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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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IBM CIO organization’s application modernization journey: Mono2Micro

IBM Big Data Hub

Legacy architectures of monolithic applications are difficult to change, expensive to maintain and may pose business risks. In December 2022, Southwest airlines cancelled more than 13,000 flights due to outdated software systems and IT infrastructure. This meltdown resulted in major losses for the airline company, damaging brand reputation. In contrast, Netflix pioneered the microservices architecture and is a market leader in online streaming, having more than 250 million subscribers across mor

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Webinar: ARMA Chicago January Educational Series “Issues and Best Practices When Using AI” on January 9th, 2024 at 12pm Central

IG Guru

Join your ARMA Chicago colleagues from the privacy of your home or from the convenience of your office! This is a one-hour live video conference with an expert presenter. Ask questions & connect with your fellow ARMA members. What we will learn about: Use of artificial intelligence tools (such as ChatGPT) in our personal lives […] The post Webinar: ARMA Chicago January Educational Series “Issues and Best Practices When Using AI” on January 9th, 2024 at 12pm Central first appeared on

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How to create a robust digital transformation strategy

IBM Big Data Hub

Organizations are increasingly investing in digital transformation as a way to maintain or grow a competitive advantage. Organizations implementing successful business transformations are more likely to grow their existing businesses, eliminate silos, create revenue growth and business models and reinvent how they handle their operations. A tried-and-true way to approach digital transformation is to understand the relationship customers have with the product and the brand, where that relationshi

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Vacancy Announcements

National Archives Records Express

Our office has posted two vacancy announcements for four (4) Archives Specialist positions on our appraisal teams. These positions are designed to cover both ends of the career ladder, so there are two announcements. One covers the GS 7/9 and the other covers GS 12/13. Both announcements will be open until Tuesday, January 16, 2024. Candidates may be selected off either set of certifications lists with no set or required numbers from either list; meaning all candidates could be pulled from one s

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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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Deloitte Rolls Out AI Chatbot to Boost Productivity

Information Matters

The Financial Times reports that accounting and consulting giant Deloitte has introduced a new AI-powered chatbot called “PairD” to its workforce in an effort to increase productivity. The chatbot, which Read more The post Deloitte Rolls Out AI Chatbot to Boost Productivity appeared first on Information Matters - Where AI Meets Knowledge Management.

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Meet the industrial metaverse: How Sony and Siemens seek to unleash the power of immersive engineering

Collaboration 2.0

In a quest to transform engineering, Siemens and Sony are teasing a new mixed-reality headset at CES 2024. See what sets the yet-to-be-named device apart from its consumer-grade counterparts.

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How to support the Great School Libraries Campaign

CILIP

Will ‘Project Hope’ protect public libraries? Children’s author Julia Donaldson joins the Great School Libraries Campaign and shares how everyone can help to ensure a school library in every school in a new video. In the film, Julia discusses how reading for pleasure has “the greatest benefit on children’s later achievement” and describes school libraries as “beneficial to education and to society as a whole, narrowing the gap in aspiration and ability in children.