Mon.Aug 26, 2024

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Credit Union Issues Belated MOVEit Data Breach Notification

Data Breach Today

Texas Credit Union Only Just Notifying 500,000 Members About May 2023 Data Theft Fifteen months after a massive supply-chain attack hit users of MOVEit secure file-transfer software, Texas Dow Employees Credit Union has issued a data breach notification pertaining to 500,474 victims, saying it only discovered last month their personally identifiable information got stolen.

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Telegram CEO Pavel Durov’s Arrest Linked to Sweeping Criminal Investigation

WIRED Threat Level

French authorities detained Durov to question him as part of a probe into a wide range of alleged violations—including money laundering and CSAM—but it remains unclear if he will face charges.

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Auditors Uncover Lax FBI Hard Drive Disposal Practices

Data Breach Today

Hard Drives Slated For Destruction Kept in Open Cardboard Boxes The FBI had a loose hard disk disposal problem that auditors say put classified information at risk. The bureau, auditor said, has a tracking system for obsolete computers and servers earmarked for destruction - but not for storage media extracted from the computer chassis.

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The Dutch Data Protection Authority (DPA) has fined Uber a record €290M

Security Affairs

The Dutch Data Protection Authority (DPA) has fined Uber a record €290M for violating the EU data protection regulation while sending sensitive driver data to the U.S. The Dutch Data Protection Authority (DPA) has fined Uber €290 million ($324 million) for allegedly failing to comply with the EU data protection regulation GPDR when transferring the personal data of European taxi drivers to the U.S. “The Dutch Data Protection Authority (DPA) imposes a fine of 290 million euros on Uber.

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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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Small Rural Alabama Hospital Reports Big 2023 Hacking Breach

Data Breach Today

Why Did it Take So Long to Notify Regulators and Affected Patients? A small rural Alabama hospital is notifying more than 61,000 patients that their sensitive information was potentially compromised in an October 2023 hacking incident. Why the many months-long delay in notifying regulators and affected individuals?

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Seattle-Tacoma Airport IT Outages Persist Into Day 3

Data Breach Today

Travelers in the Pacific Northwest's busiest airport should travel light and gird for extra levels of frustration in the aftermath of a suspected Saturday cyberattack. The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport said that systems "experienced certain system outages indicating a possible cyberattack.

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KnowBe4 Expands Children’s Interactive Cybersecurity Activity Kit for 2024/2025 School Year

KnowBe4

Can you believe it’s already back-to-school time for many? Where has the summer gone?

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French Prosecutors Detail Motives For Telegram CEO Arrest

Data Breach Today

Activists Raise Concerns Over Privacy and Hostility to End-to-End Encryption The Saturday evening arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov by French law enforcement agencies thrust the already controversial social media platform further into the international spotlight as Paris authorities said the Russian billionaire will likely remain in custody at least through Wednesday.

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US Federal Court Rules Against Geofence Warrants

Schneier on Security

This is a big deal. A US Appeals Court ruled that geofence warrants—these are general warrants demanding information about all people within a geographical boundary—are unconstitutional. The decision seems obvious to me, but you can’t take anything for granted.

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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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Guest Essay: The urgent need to improve firmware security — especially in OT and IoT routers

The Last Watchdog

As our world becomes increasingly interconnected, the security of Operational Technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) devices is more critical than ever. New findings from Forescout ­– Vedere Labs , the industry leader in device intelligence, and Finite State , an industry leader in software supply chain security, emphasize the critical state of software supply chains in OT and IoT routers, revealing widespread vulnerabilities.

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This wall-mounted smart heater keeps you warm without taking up space

Collaboration 2.0

Looking to add warmth to a room, basement, or garage next winter? This Dreo space heater works like a champ and has all the features you need.

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6 ways messaging supercharges mid-market financial services

OpenText Information Management

Fast, easy, personalized, and engaging experiences are the name of the game in financial services. It’s not just competitors you’re up against but also experience leaders in other industries. How is your institution stacking up? Mobile messaging is a direct line into the hand or pocket of your customer, client, or member. The average person spends four hours and 39 minutes a day on their smartphone. 1 One in three customers have switched banks to get a better mobile experience – and – 53% say th

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Latest Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights are brighter than ever. Put them up this weekend

Collaboration 2.0

Available now at the same price as Govee's previous model, these second-generation lights promise improved reliability, Matter compatibility, and white lights for daily use and security.

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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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10 Things to Do in Nashville during JNUC

Jamf

Nashville, affectionately known as Music City, offers an incredible blend of business and leisure, or "bliesure" activities. So when you're in town for the Jamf Nation User Conference (JNUC) October 1-3, Nashville has a vibrant mix of culture, entertainment and professional opportunities you won't want to miss.

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Stop paying for antivirus software. Here's why you don't need it

Collaboration 2.0

Americans over 65 are twice as likely to pay for third-party antivirus software. It's just what they're used to. It's also a colossal waste of money.

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10 Things to Do in Nashville during JNUC 2024

Jamf

Nashville, affectionately known as Music City, offers an incredible blend of business and leisure, or "bliesure" activities. So when you're in town for the Jamf Nation User Conference (JNUC) October 1-3, Nashville has a vibrant mix of culture, entertainment and professional opportunities you won't want to miss.

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Why the NSA advises you to turn off your phone once a week

Collaboration 2.0

Powering off your phone regularly, disabling Bluetooth, and using only trusted accessories are just a few of the NSA's security recommendations. Here's what else to know.

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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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A Quantum Leap in Encryption: NIST Releases First Finalized Post-Quantum Standards

HID Global

Discover NIST’s first finalized post-quantum encryption standards and how they protect sensitive information against quantum computing threats.

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6 Linux security commands every new user should know

Collaboration 2.0

Linux is the most secure OS on the market for a reason. These are the security-centric commands you should have in your back pocket.

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Lovin’ AI: Exploring the global governance strategy driving the McDonald’s expansion

Collibra

When is a fast food company not just a fast food company? The answer: When they’re also a real estate and technology behemoth. McDonald’s doesn’t just serve food to 69 million people across 115 countries. “They have the largest real estate portfolio in the world,” Expleo Information Technology Management Consultant David Tischler says. “They’re also a technology company.

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One of the best-looking Android phones I've tested costs only $200 (and it's not a Samsung)

Collaboration 2.0

The X6 Phantom provides a stock Android experience and has a thermometer to gauge temperatures near you.

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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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EU Council adopts Right to Repair Directive, potentially reshaping printer market in years to come

Info Source

By Petr Kramerius, Regional Manager at Infosource After years of intense campaigning by right-to-repair advocates and complicated political discussions, European Union (EU) lawmakers have finally agreed upon new repair rules. The EU Council adopted the Right to Repair Directive on 31 May. The directive promotes the repair of broken or defective goods and makes it easier for consumers to seek repairs instead of replacement.

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Deepin 23 brings AI to the Linux desktop - and it's complicated

Collaboration 2.0

The latest release of Deepin Linux retains its usual beauty and adds a layer of AI to the desktop. Unfortunately, it's not exactly a cakewalk.

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Ricoh, Toshiba JV named and inaugurated

Info Source

By Petr Kramerius, Regional Manager at Infosource Following their decision to integrate their businesses last year, Ricoh and Toshiba have finalized the establishment of a joint venture to be known as ETRIA and headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. The name ETRIA stands for “Eternal, Try, Innovation, Alliance,” indicating the company’s dedication to driving technological innovation.

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3 Linux commands I use for downloading files and how they're different

Collaboration 2.0

Need help accessing your files without a web browser? Linux has a few solutions you can access right from the command line.

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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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This sleek rugged smartphone has a Nothing-esque design, and it's less than $200

Collaboration 2.0

The X6 Phantom provides a stock Android experience and has a thermometer to gauge temperatures near you.

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How to disable ACR (and greatly reduced ads) on every TV model - and why you should, too

Collaboration 2.0

As TV operating systems become smarter, they present new privacy concerns. Here's what you need to know about automatic content recognition (ACR) - and how to turn it off.

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The best LastPass alternatives of 2024: Expert tested

Collaboration 2.0

Are you leaving or want to avoid LastPass? These are the best alternative password managers with strong security, easy-to-use features, and multi-platform support.