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Global Cyber Agencies Unveil New Logging Standards

Data Breach Today

Logging Best Practices Guidance Aims to Enhance Global Detection and Response The Australian Signals Directorate's Australian Cyber Security Center released joint guidance with a cohort of international cyber agencies that aims to provide baseline standards for event logging and threat detection, amid a wave of high-profile attacks employing "living off the land" techniques.

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Overcoming Obstacles to Gen AI for Content Services

AIIM

While humans are critical to the success of AI initiatives, they may also present obstacles. In this blog post, we will walk through some of the challenges organizations face when implementing AI for content services.

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US Authorities Warn Health Sector of Everest Gang Threats

Data Breach Today

Group Claims a NY Surgical Center and a Nevada Medical Center Among Recent Victims U.S. authorities are warning healthcare sector entities of incidents involving Everest, a Russian-speaking ransomware group and initial access broker, which claims to have stolen sensitive patient information in recent attacks, including on two medical care providers in New York and Nevada.

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A cyberattack disrupted operations of US chipmaker Microchip Technology

Security Affairs

Semiconductor manufacturer Microchip Technology announced that its operations were disrupted by a cyberattack. U.S. chipmaker Microchip Technology suffered a cyberattack that disrupted operations at several of its manufacturing plants. The company detected potentially suspicious activity involving its IT infrastructure on August 17, 2024. The attack severely impacted the production capacity of the company that shut down or isolate some systems to contain the incident.

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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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Breach Roundup: Microsoft Fixed Copilot Studio Flaw

Data Breach Today

Also: Microsoft Recall; Microchip Technology Attack; FCC Fine for Deepfake Audio This week, a flaw was found in Microsoft Copilot's Studio, Microsoft announced rollout of the Recall feature, Microchip Technology was hit by a cyberattack, FlightAware data was exposed, Equiniti and Lingo Telecom were fined for cyber-related incidents, and Toyota suffered a third-party breach.

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North Korean Hackers Pivot Away From Public Cloud

Data Breach Today

Kimsuky, or a Related Group, Deploys XenoRAT Variant A North Korean hacking team hastily pivoted from using publicly available cloud computing storage to its own infrastructure after security researchers unmasked a malware campaign. The group shifted from using cloud service including Google Drive, OneDrive, and Dropbox to systems under its control.

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A cyberattack hit US oil giant Halliburton

Security Affairs

US oil giant Halliburton announced that it was hit by a cyberattack that is affecting operations at its Houston, Texas offices. Halliburton, a major U.S. oil company, announced that a cyberattack hit its IT infrastructure, particularly impacting operations at its Houston offices. Halliburton Company is an American multinational corporation and the world’s second largest oil service company which is responsible for most of the world’s largest fracking operations.

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Cryptohack Roundup: Investors Sue Binance

Data Breach Today

Also: Malicious Chrome Extension; Mango Markets-SEC Settlement This week, Binance, ASX and Google sued; Solana users targeted; McDonalds' X account hacked; Mango Markets and SEC settled; China updated AML law; sentencing in the HTSB case; arrest in the BitConnect case; Australia shuttered 615 scams; Malaysia adopted Worldcoin, arrested crypto thieves.

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GitHub fixed a new critical flaw in the GitHub Enterprise Server 

Security Affairs

GitHub addressed three vulnerabilities in its GitHub Enterprise Server product, including a critical authentication flaw. GitHub addressed three security vulnerabilities impacting the GitHub Enterprise Server (GHES), including a critical flaw tracked as CVE-2024-6800 (CVSS score of 9.5). An attacker can trigger the vulnerability to gain site administrator privileges.

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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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Oil Services Giant Halliburton Disrupted by Hack Attack

Data Breach Today

Company Reportedly Instructs Staff to Not Connect to Internal IT Systems Oil services giant Halliburton is reportedly dealing with a disruption tied to a Wednesday hack attack, after which the Houston-based firm advised employees to not connect to any internal IT resources - a sign that the incident could be a ransomware attack.

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News alert: INE Security launches initiatives in support of aspiring cybersecurity professionals

The Last Watchdog

Cary, NC, Aug. 22, 2024, CyberNewsWire — INE Security , a global cybersecurity training and certification provider, recently launched initiatives with several higher education institutions in an ongoing campaign to invest in the education of aspiring cybersecurity professionals. Warn “There is a critical skills gap in the industry, which has enormous implications for businesses and individuals alike,” said Dara Warn, INE Security’s CEO.

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ISMG Editors: Social Engineering, Election Defense in AI Era

Data Breach Today

Also: Dangers of Malicious Code Embedded in ML Models; Is Ransomware in Decline? AI's influence on social engineering and election security has become a focal point at Black Hat. ISMG editors discuss how advanced technologies are making it easier to manipulate people and compromise security systems and offer key insights on machine learning vulnerabilities.

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SolarWinds fixed a hardcoded credential issue in Web Help Desk

Security Affairs

SolarWinds fixed a hardcoded credential flaw in its Web Help Desk (WHD) software that could allow attackers to gain unauthorized access to vulnerable instances. SolarWinds has addressed a new security flaw, tracked as CVE-2024-28987 (CVSS score of 9.1) in its Web Help Desk (WHD) software that could allow remote unauthenticated attackers to gain unauthorized access to vulnerable instances.

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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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How to Mitigate Downgrade Attacks Against Windows Systems

Data Breach Today

SafeBreach's Alon Leviev on How Organizations Can Reduce the Likelihood of Exploits SafeBreach security researcher Alon Leviev discusses how downgrade attacks expose vulnerabilities in Windows systems. He shares insights into how attackers manipulate Windows Update processes and stresses the importance of monitoring and securing critical system components to prevent exploitation.

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Surveillance Watch

Schneier on Security

This is a fantastic project mapping the global surveillance industry.

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U.S. CISA adds Dahua IP Camera, Linux Kernel and Microsoft Exchange Server bugs to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog

Security Affairs

U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) adds Dahua IP Camera, Linux Kernel and Microsoft Exchange Server bugs to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added the following vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog : CVE-2021-33044 Dahua IP Camera Authentication Bypass Vulnerability CVE-2021-33045 Dahua IP Camera Authentication Bypass Vulnerability CVE-2022-0185 Linux Kernel

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The Samsung Galaxy Ring incorporates Natural Cycles, but not like Oura

Collaboration 2.0

Natural Cycles' fertility tracking is a huge reason why women buy and use the Oura Ring. Samsung should take note for its Galaxy Ring.

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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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Cookie Theft: What Is It & How to Prevent It

eSecurity Planet

Cookie theft is a type of cyberattack involving malicious actors exploiting cookies on a user’s device. These cookies save session data, including login credentials, which allows attackers to obtain unauthorized access to accounts. Although cookies are intended for secure session management, they require protection methods to avoid the risk of misuse and illegal access to personal information or online accounts.

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Forget the Pro - The $799 Google Pixel 9 is one of my favorite smartphones of 2024

Collaboration 2.0

The Pro and Pro XL might get all the attention, but Google's Pixel 9 features an updated design, gorgeous camera, and compelling AI features.

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What are OpenText Business Clouds?

OpenText Information Management

As predicted, AI is changing everything. And while AI in the consumer world gets a lot of attention, AI in business has introduced a new mindset, a new way to think, a new appreciation for trust and data, and a new outlook on how to unleash human potential. But in order to truly get the most out of artificial intelligence (AI), organizations must first advance how they manage, govern, and orchestrate their data to create a solid information foundation.

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This great Amazon Fire TV Omni Series QLED is $170 off right now

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The Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED offers excellent picture and audio quality for both streaming and console gaming, and you can save $170 on the 55-inch version.

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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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Ensuring Resilience: The Vital Role of Enterprise Key Management in Disaster Recovery

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

Ensuring Resilience: The Vital Role of Enterprise Key Management in Disaster Recovery madhav Fri, 08/23/2024 - 05:44 In the fast-paced era where every second counts, robust key management practices are central to successful high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) strategies. Enterprise key management (EKM) is a vital safeguard that ensures encrypted data remains accessible and secure during unplanned disruptions.

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You can get the Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus for over 50% off with this trade-in deal

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Amazon is offering a 46% discount on their Fire HD 8 Plus tablet, but with a qualified trade-in, you can save an additional 20%, bringing the price down to just $52

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The Surge of Identity and Access Management (IAM): Unveiling the Catalysts

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

The Surge of Identity and Access Management (IAM): Unveiling the Catalysts madhav Thu, 08/22/2024 - 07:02 The domain of Identity and Access Management (IAM) has undergone a remarkable surge, underpinned by a myriad of factors spanning technology, regulatory dynamics, and security imperatives. Against the backdrop of heightened recognition of the critical role of robust access control and identity management, the growth of the IAM market has been steered by a confluence of compelling drivers.

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As Microsoft breaks awkward silence around its controversial Recall feature, privacy questions remain

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Recall was supposed to be the signature feature of Microsoft's next-generation Copilot+ PCs - until security researchers labeled it a 'privacy nightmare'.

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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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Adapture Unveils New Office at High Street Atlanta

Adapture

Adapture Grand Opening Photos Adapture unveiled its new office, located in the brand-new High Street development, with a Grand Opening party on Tuesday, July 23. The party was attended by employees, customers, partners, and the community at large. It opened with Dunwoody’s mayor, Lynn Deutsch, presiding over a formal ribbon cutting. The party was hosted completely inside the state-of-the-art facility, showcasing its modern and accommodating design.

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Midjourney's AI-image generator website is now officially open to everyone - for free

Collaboration 2.0

The user-friendly website lets anyone create up to 25 AI-generated images for free. Here's how to try it.

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London-based AI startup Gradient Labs secures £2.8 million in seed funding.

Information Matters

The company, founded in mid-2023, is developing an operating system of AI agents designed to automate repetitive, manual work. The funding round was led by LocalGlobe, with participation from several Read more The post London-based AI startup Gradient Labs secures £2.8 million in seed funding. appeared first on Information Matters - AI in the UK.