Fri.Apr 04, 2025

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Critical flaw in Apache Parquet’s Java Library allows remote code execution

Security Affairs

Experts warn of a critical vulnerability impacting Apache Parquet’s Java Library that could allow remote code execution. Apache Parquet’s Java Library is a software library for reading and writing Parquet files in the Java programming language. Parquet is a columnar storage file format that is optimized for use with large-scale data processing frameworks, such as Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, and Apache Drill.

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Microsoft unveils 9 new Copilot features - you can try some now

Collaboration 2.0

Marking the company's 50th anniversary, Microsoft's AI companion just got a lot smarter. Even free users can enjoy these.

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CERT-UA reports attacks in March 2025 targeting Ukrainian agencies with WRECKSTEEL Malware

Security Affairs

CERT-UA reported three cyberattacks targeting Ukraines state agencies and critical infrastructure to steal sensitive data. The Computer Emergency Response Team of Ukraine (CERT-UA) reported three cyberattacks in March 2025 targeting Ukrainian agencies and infrastructure to steal sensitive data. This activity is tracked under the identifier UAC-0219. “The Ukrainian government’s computer emergency response team, CERT-UA, is taking systematic measures to accumulate and analyze data on c

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Gemini Pro 2.5 is a stunningly capable coding assistant - and a big threat to ChatGPT

Collaboration 2.0

Google's previous AIs miserably failed my usual AI coding tests but not Gemini Pro 2.5. To my amazement, it passed them all, joining only one other AI in the winner's circle.

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Automation, Evolved: Your New Playbook For Smarter Knowledge Work

Speaker: Frank Taliano

Document-heavy workflows slow down productivity, bury institutional knowledge, and drain resources. But with the right AI implementation, these inefficiencies become opportunities for transformation. So how do you identify where to start and how to succeed? Learn how to develop a clear, practical roadmap for leveraging AI to streamline processes, automate knowledge work, and unlock real operational gains.

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News alert: YRIKKA’s ‘Red Teaming’ API advances AI safety, reliability in high-stakes applications

The Last Watchdog

New York, NY, Apr. 3, 2025 YRIKKA has released the first publicly available API for agentic red teaming of Visual AI assets. This release comes at the heels of YRIKKA successfully raising its pre-seed funding round of $1.5M led by Focal and Garuda Ventures. The company was founded by Dr. Kia Khezeli (CEO) and Dr. John Kalantari (CTO), both of whom previously led machine learning projects with the Mayo Clinic, NASA, Intel, and Google.

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Cyber Forensic Expert in 2k Cases Faces FBI Probe

Krebs on Security

A Minnesota cybersecurity and computer forensics expert whose testimony has featured in thousands of courtroom trials over the past 30 years is facing questions about his credentials and an inquiry from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

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This tiny Bluetooth dongle gave me the ultimate in-flight movie experience

Collaboration 2.0

The Twelve South AirFly Pro 2 brings upgraded audio quality, connectivity, and usability for in-flight entertainment systems, so you can stress less about poor signals.

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23andMe Bankruptcy: Should DNA Data Go to the Top Bidder?

Data Breach Today

Lawyer Jonathan Armstrong on Legal, Ethical Fallout From Looming 23andMe Auction The financial collapse of personal genomics giant 23andMe raises an urgent question: What happens to your most intimate data when the company holding it goes bankrupt? Jonathan Armstrong, partner at Punter Southall Law, warns of cascading legal, ethical and security consequences.

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I took a chance on this Marshall Bluetooth speaker - its audio quality and design delivered

Collaboration 2.0

The Marshall Woburn 3 is a premium Bluetooth speaker that looks and sounds more like a pro-grade amp. But some considerations must be made.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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CaaStle CEO Commits a Major Fraud Faux Pas

Data Breach Today

CEO Accused of Providing Misleading Revenue, Liquidity Numbers to Key Stakeholders Financial statement fraud is once again making headlines. Fashion startup CaaStle has accused its co-founder and CEO, Christine Hunsicker, of serious financial misconduct, leading to her resignation. The incident could be one of the biggest cases of start-up fraud in recent years.

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Want to extend your iPhone battery life? Stop making this common mistake

Collaboration 2.0

Draining batteries too much can shorten their lifespan. Here's why - and what you should do about it.

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Chinese Espionage Group Targeting Legacy Ivanti VPN Devices

Data Breach Today

More Evidence Surfaces of Chinese Hackers Targeting Ivanti Products A suspected Chinese cyberespionage operation is behind a spate of malware left on VPN appliances made by Ivanti. The threat actor used a critical security vulnerability the Utah company patched in February. "We are aware of a limited number of customers whose appliances have been exploited.

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This ThinkPad is as durable as it is practical, and it's my go-to for working remotely

Collaboration 2.0

The Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 5 is one of the most durable laptops I've tested, but its solid battery life and high-res webcam make it a practical pick for work.

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How to Achieve High-Accuracy Results When Using LLMs

Speaker: Ben Epstein, Stealth Founder & CTO | Tony Karrer, Founder & CTO, Aggregage

When tasked with building a fundamentally new product line with deeper insights than previously achievable for a high-value client, Ben Epstein and his team faced a significant challenge: how to harness LLMs to produce consistent, high-accuracy outputs at scale. In this new session, Ben will share how he and his team engineered a system (based on proven software engineering approaches) that employs reproducible test variations (via temperature 0 and fixed seeds), and enables non-LLM evaluation m

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UK Home Office Ransom Ban Proposal Needs More Clarity

Data Breach Today

Cybersecurity Wonks Find Fault With Home Office Ransomware Proposals A collection of British cybersecurity policy wonks poured cold water over a British government proposal to outlaw ransom payments by government agencies and from regulated operators of critical infrastructure. A ban wouldn't likely represent a significant blow to ransomware profits.

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I test sleep trackers for a living: 5 tricks they've taught me for getting better rest

Collaboration 2.0

Sleep trackers have helped me crack the code to a better night's sleep. Here are my top tips and tricks.

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Attackers Abuse Remote Desktop Protocol, Microsoft Binaries

Data Breach Today

Investigators See Ongoing Use of Living-Off-the-Land Binaries, Frequent RDP Abuse Incident responders studying last year's top attacker tools, tactics and procedures have urged cyber defenders to monitor for the unusual use of legitimate administrator tools, suspicious use of Remote Desktop Protocol, as well as attempts by attackers to hide their tracks by wiping logs.

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This midrange OnePlus phone is such a good deal, I struggle to recommend pricier flagships

Collaboration 2.0

The OnePlus 13R delivers a premium display and performance experience while costing hundreds less than high-end models.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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Your KnowBe4 Fresh Content Updates from March 2025

KnowBe4

Check out the 58 new pieces of training content added in March, alongside the always fresh content update highlights, new features and events.

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The Turing Test has a problem - and OpenAI's GPT-4.5 just exposed it

Collaboration 2.0

GPT-4.5 just aced the Turing Test, but it's still not AGI. Now what?

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Chambers 2025 Global Practice Guide for Cybersecurity

Data Matters

The newest editions of the Chambers Global Practice Guides have been published. Sidley lawyers have contributed to: Cybersecurity 2025. The post Chambers 2025 Global Practice Guide for Cybersecurity appeared first on Data Matters Privacy Blog.

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7 password rules security experts live by in 2025 - the last one might surprise you

Collaboration 2.0

What makes a password strong in 2025? How long should it be, and how often should you update it? Here's the latest recommendations from top cybersecurity experts.

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Zero Trust Mandate: The Realities, Requirements and Roadmap

The DHS compliance audit clock is ticking on Zero Trust. Government agencies can no longer ignore or delay their Zero Trust initiatives. During this virtual panel discussion—featuring Kelly Fuller Gordon, Founder and CEO of RisX, Chris Wild, Zero Trust subject matter expert at Zermount, Inc., and Principal of Cybersecurity Practice at Eliassen Group, Trey Gannon—you’ll gain a detailed understanding of the Federal Zero Trust mandate, its requirements, milestones, and deadlines.

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Troy Hunt Gets Phished

Schneier on Security

In case you need proof that anyone , even people who do cybersecurity for a living, Troy Hunt has a long, iterative story on his webpage about how he got phished. Worth reading.

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I changed 10 Samsung phone settings to drastically improve the user experience

Collaboration 2.0

Samsung phones are great, but are you using yours to its full potential? These settings could be the game-changer you didn't know you needed.

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Insights into strategic vendor consolidation, part 3: A recommended approach

CGI

Discover an effective approach for consolidating managed services vendors in this CGI blog.

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Microsoft is revamping the reviled Windows 11 Start menu - here's a sneak peek

Collaboration 2.0

Windows 11's Start menu is getting a makeover - what's new and how to try it. Plus, check out my top Start menu alternatives that I always recommend.

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Maximizing Profit and Productivity: The New Era of AI-Powered Accounting

Speaker: Yohan Lobo and Dennis Street

In the accounting world, staying ahead means embracing the tools that allow you to work smarter, not harder. Outdated processes and disconnected systems can hold your organization back, but the right technologies can help you streamline operations, boost productivity, and improve client delivery. Dive into the strategies and innovations transforming accounting practices.

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Hiba Noor Khan: Seeking Truth in Life's Hidden Depths

CILIP

Hiba Noor Khan interview Hiba Noor Khans creative journey began with a love of words and a deep-rooted curiosity about the world. This desire to question and look beyond the obvious has enabled her to shine a light on lost truths. Shortlisted for 2024's Carnegies Medal for writing, she talks to Rob Green about what inspires her to write. WHAT lies beneath is often more important than the surface that we see.

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Think DeepSeek has cut AI spending? Think again

Collaboration 2.0

A Bloomberg Intelligence conference clarified the growing demand for greater AI capacity, but everyone wishes it were cheaper.

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Friday Squid Blogging: Two-Man Giant Squid

Schneier on Security

The Brooklyn indie art-punk group, Two-Man Giant Squid , just released a new album. As usual, you can also use this squid post to talk about the security stories in the news that I haven’t covered.