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Why DSPM is Essential for Achieving Data Privacy in 2024

Security Affairs

Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) helps organizations address evolving data security and privacy requirements by protecting and managing sensitive information. Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) comes into play– an essential solution for addressing evolving data security and privacy requirements Data plays a significant role and will continue to do so in the future.

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News alert: INE Security shares cyber hygiene guidance for small- and medium-sized businesses

The Last Watchdog

Cary, NC, Oct. 22, 2024, CyberNewswire — INE Security offers essential advice to protect digital assets and enhance security. As small businesses increasingly depend on digital technologies to operate and grow, the risks associated with cyber threats also escalate. INE Security , a leading provider of cybersecurity training and certifications, today shared its cybersecurity training for cyber hygiene practices for small businesses, underscoring the critical role of continuous education in

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SEC fined 4 companies for misleading disclosures about the impact of the SolarWinds attack

Security Affairs

The SEC fined Unisys, Avaya, Check Point, and Mimecast for misleading disclosures about the impact of the SolarWinds Orion hack. The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) charged four companies, Unisys, Avaya, Check Point, and Mimecast for misleading public disclosures related to the supply chain attack on SolarWinds. The SEC fined the four companies for having downplayed the impact of the attack.

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Embargo Ransomware Disables Security Defenses

Data Breach Today

New Ransomware Group Deploys Rust-Based Tools in Attacks A recently constituted and apparently well-resourced ransomware player is developing and testing tools to disable security defenses, including a method that exploits a vulnerability in drivers. Embargo first surfaced in April amid an ongoing shakeup in the ransomware world.

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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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Strategies for Securing Your Supply Chain

IT Governance

What to do when your ‘supply chain’ is really a ‘supply loop’ When I asked Bridget Kenyon – CISO (chief information security officer) for SSCL, lead editor for ISO 27001:2022 and author of ISO 27001 Controls – what she’d like to cover in an interview, she suggested supply chain security. I asked her whether she was thinking about the CrowdStrike incident (which happened just a few weeks prior).

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AI Industry Coalition Seeks to Codify US Safety Institute

Data Breach Today

Tech Giants, AI Firms, Academics Urge Congress to Take Action by Term-End A coalition of more than 60 AI industry players is pushing Congress to prioritize legislation that would codify the U.S. Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute. The letter says the action would allow U.S. to maintain influence in the development of science-backed standards for advanced AI systems.

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Running out of Gmail storage? How to get another 15GB for free (and not lose anything)

Collaboration 2.0

Whether you're a digital hoarder or separating from a work or school account, you can archive your Google messages and media with this free and clever workaround.

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White House Reviewing Updates to HIPAA Security Rule

Data Breach Today

Proposal Will Be Open for Public Comment Next, But Will It Go Anywhere? The Department of Health and Human Service last Friday submitted for White House review long-awaited updates to the 20-year-old HIPAA Security Rule containing modifications aimed at strengthening the cybersecurity of electronic protected health information.

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Raspberry Pi just released its own high-performance SSDs and SSD kits

Collaboration 2.0

Here's the perfect way to add high-performance storage to your Raspberry Pi 5 project.

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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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Cloud Defender Stream.Security Raises $30M, Eyes US Growth

Data Breach Today

AI-Powered Cloud Remediation, Multi-Cloud Support at Core of Series B Investment With a $30 million boost from Series B funding, Stream.Security will enhance its cloud security offerings. The company’s focus includes auto-remediation, faster, AI-driven threat responses, increased support for multi-cloud and hybrid environments, and boosted market presence in the U.S. and beyond.

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I upgraded my Pixel 9 Pro to Android 15. Here are my 5 favorite features so far

Collaboration 2.0

These features might persuade you to finally make the upgrade if you're still hesitant about the Android 15.

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Why Vetting AI Vendor Security Is Critical in Healthcare

Data Breach Today

It's crucial for healthcare sector organizations to vet their artificial intelligence tech vendors in the same robust way they scrutinize the privacy and security practices of all their other third-party suppliers, said attorney Linda Malek of the law firm Crowell & Moring.

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Microsoft Warns Foreign Disinformation Is Hitting the US Election From All Directions

WIRED Threat Level

Russia, Iran, and China are targeting the US election with an evolving array of influence operations in the last days of campaign season.

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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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Fortinet Discloses Actively Exploited Zero-Day

Data Breach Today

U.S. Federal Government Gives Agencies Three Weeks to Patch or Mitigate Fortinet disclosed an actively exploited vulnerability in its centralized management platform following more than a week of online chatter that edge device manufacturer products have been under renewed attack. Cybersecurity researcher Kevin Beaumont christened the vulnerability "FortiJump.

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The ultimate Windows 11 upgrade guide: Everything you need to know

Collaboration 2.0

New to Windows 11? We've got answers to all your questions - from system requirements to TPMs, Windows 12 expectations, and more - including those you didn't think to ask.

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How to Thrive in a Distributed Team

Data Breach Today

Tips for Employers on Securing the Home Environment and Promoting Better Hygiene Remote work is a critical part of the future of cybersecurity and many other industries. For those who continue to work remotely or in a hybrid model, the need for robust cybersecurity practices needs to be a priority. But one of the biggest obstacles to that is isolation.

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Get one of the best battery-powered Ring video doorbells for only $100

Collaboration 2.0

If you're a Ring user looking to upgrade to a battery-powered video doorbell, the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus is the perfect choice, especially at 33% off with this limited time deal.

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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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Meta Tests Facial Recognition to Curb Deepfake Scams

Data Breach Today

Firm Won't Deploy Feature in the EU, UK Due to Data Collection Norms Meta is rolling out facial recognition technology on its social media platforms to spot scam ads featuring celebrity deepfakes. Meta took down 8,000 of the "celeb bait" scam ads. The feature also aims to verify the identities of users locked out of their Facebook or Instagram accounts.

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Have a Windows problem that you just can't fix? Try this ultimate troubleshooting trick

Collaboration 2.0

If you keep bumping into annoying Windows problems, the solution might be easier than you think. Skip the clean install and try this fix instead. It's fast and easy, and the results can be nearly miraculous.

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Nigeria Drops Charges Against Tigran Gambaryan, Jailed Binance Exec and Former IRS Agent

WIRED Threat Level

After eight months, one of the US's most prominent crypto-crime investigators may finally be coming home.

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The best wired earbuds of 2024: Expert recommended

Collaboration 2.0

When it comes down to the wire, we've got your back. We've tested and researched the best wired earbuds on the market to help you choose the right pair.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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Get customer insights and advice at OpenText World 2024

OpenText Information Management

As OpenText World 2024 rapidly approaches, we’re finalizing plans to make this the best event ever. Goose, our AI-generated friend, and his colleagues are excited to guide you through the world of information management in Las Vegas November 18-21. In addition to inspiring keynotes , breakout sessions , pre-conference training , certification opportunities , and networking events , we’re announcing a full slate of customer speakers.

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The best Android VPN services of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed

Collaboration 2.0

We tested the best Android VPNs that provide robust security, high speeds, and streaming capabilities without slowing down your phone or draining your battery.

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Ransomware Gang Attack Tactics Have Shifted

KnowBe4

A recent analysis of the ransomware group Meow raises the notion that groups are evolving from using encryption as a tactic to more profitable and cost-effective methods.

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The Google TV Streamer surprised me in the best way - and I'm an extreme cord cutter

Collaboration 2.0

Whether you're turning a basic TV into a smart one or upgrading an older system, the Google TV Streamer stands out as the top streaming device for Android users.

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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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New Research: 140% Increase in Callback Phishing

KnowBe4

Researchers at Trustwave observed a 140% increase in callback phishing attacks between July and September 2024. Callback phishing is a social engineering tactic that involves emails and phone calls to trick users into handing over login credentials or other sensitive data or installing malware.

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The best VPN for streaming in 2024: Expert tested and reviewed

Collaboration 2.0

The best VPNs for streaming won't be easily blocked by popular streaming services, including Netflix, and will offer high enough speeds not to impact your viewing experience. With these VPNs, you can watch your favorite content from anywhere.

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New York hospitals have new cybersecurity requirements

Data Protection Report

On October 2, 2024, the New York State Department of Health (DOH) published a new cybersecurity regulation (10 NYCRR 405.46) for all general hospitals licensed pursuant to article 28 of the Public Health Law. Although most of the regulation will take effect in one year, on October 2, 2025, the requirement that covered hospitals provide notice to DOH within 72 hours of a “Cybersecurity incident” (which can include third party incidents) went into effect upon publication.