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Kyiv’s hackers launched an unprecedented cyber attack on Russian state media VGTRK on Putin’s birthday

Security Affairs

Russian state media VGTRK faced a major cyberattack, which a Ukrainian source claimed was conducted by Kyiv’s hackers. A Ukrainian government source told Reuters that Kyiv’s hackers are behind the cyber attack that disrupted operations at the Russian state media company VGTRK on Putin’s birthday. The All-Russia State Television and Radio Broadcasting Company (VGTRK, Russian: ВГТРК) or Russian Television and Radio Broadcasting Company, also known as Russian Television and Radio,

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Feds Warn Health Sector of New 'Trinity' Ransomware Threats

Data Breach Today

Gang Hits Victims with 'Sophisticated' Exfiltration, Encryption Extortion Attacks Health sector entities have yet another ransomware group to worry about, warn U.S. federal authorities. Trinity, a relatively new sophisticated threat actor, is hitting a variety of critical industries, including healthcare, said the Department of Health and Human Services in an advisory.

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Universal Music data breach impacted 680 individuals

Security Affairs

Universal Music Group notified hundreds of individuals about a data breach compromising their personal information. Universal Music Group is notifying 680 individuals about a data breach that compromised their personal information, including their Social Security number. The data breach occurred on July 15, 2024, and was discovered on August 30, 2024. “In early July, we detected unauthorized activity in one of our internal applications.

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DHS Warns Election Security Risks May Persist Into 2025

Data Breach Today

DHS Says Adversaries May Stoke Voter Fraud Fears Long After Election Day The latest Homeland Security threat assessment lists this year’s election cycle as a top concern for 2025 and a potential trigger for domestic terrorism. The agency says foreign adversaries and violent extremists may take advantage of the outcome to further sow discord in the United States.

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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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FBCS data breach impacted 238,000 Comcast customers

Security Affairs

238,000 Comcast customers were impacted by the FBCS data breach following the February ransomware attack, Comcast reports. Telecommunications giant Comcast is notifying approximately 238,000 customers impacted by the Financial Business and Consumer Solutions (FBCS) data breach. FBCS, a third-party debt collection agency, collects personal information from its clients to facilitate debt collection activities on behalf of those clients.

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Critical Apache Avro SDK RCE flaw impacts Java applications

Security Affairs

A critical vulnerability in the Apache Avro Java Software Development Kit (SDK) could be exploited to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable instances. A critical vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-47561, in the Apache Avro Java Software Development Kit (SDK) could allow the execution of arbitrary code on vulnerable instances. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2024-47561, impacts all versions of the software prior to 1.11.4.

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Canada East Summit: From Ransomware to Growing CISO Liability

Data Breach Today

Canadian Cybersecurity Leaders Brace for Changing Security Landscape and Regulations At the recent Cybersecurity Summit: Canada East, hosted by Information Security Media Group, cybersecurity leaders, industry experts and top executives discussed the surge in ransomware attacks, the integration of AI into security frameworks and growing personal liability concerns for CISOs.

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7 reasons why a Chromebook is the best laptop for most people

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Forget Windows laptops, MacBooks, and iPads. If you want a fast, reliable, and secure laptop for cheap, get a Chromebook. It'll be one of the best tech decisions you'll make.

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Ukrainian Pleads Guilty for Role in Raccoon Stealer Malware

Data Breach Today

Mark Sokolovsky Admits to Felony Conspiracy Charge in U.S. Federal Court A Ukrainian national pleaded guilty Monday in U.S. federal court to one count of conspiracy to commit computer intrusion in connection with his role in the malware-as-a-service Raccoon info stealer criminal operation. Dutch authorities extradited him in February after arresting him in March 2022.

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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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The Apple Pencil Pro just dropped below $100 for the first time for October Prime Day

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The Apple Pencil Pro may seem like an expensive add-on after purchasing the latest iPad Pro or iPad Air, but fortunately, its price has dropped to $98 at three major retailers for October Prime Day.

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C'est La Vie: French Atos Acquisition Bid Expires

Data Breach Today

Parties Vow to Continue Negotiations Time ran out for a non-binding takeover bid from the French government for the cybersecurity business of beleaguered Parisian IT consultancy Atos. Among the world's largest manage security service providers, the financially-struggling firm is strategically important to the French government.

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The Lenovo laptop I recommend for hybrid workers is $1,000 off for October Prime Day

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Lenovo's ThinkPad X1 Carbon is a pro-level laptop with a lightweight design and near bezel-less display. Right now, it's 40% off ahead of Amazon's Prime Big Deals Days sale.

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IronNet Settles Securities Fraud Class Action Suit for $6.6M

Data Breach Today

Settlement Addresses Claims of False Revenue Forecasts, Investor Misrepresentation IronNet and several former executives agreed to a $6.6 million settlement, ending a class action lawsuit accusing the company of misleading investors with inflated revenue projections. The settlement aims to provide relief for investors misled by allegedly inaccurate revenue projections.

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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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October Prime Day 2024: Everything you need to know

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Amazon's October Prime Big Deal Days sale will be here tomorrow, and deals on top tech, flagship Amazon devices, and more are inbound. Here's what to know.

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From IT to Boardroom: NIS2 Reshapes Cybersecurity Roles

Data Breach Today

Schellman CEO Avani Desai on Preparing Executives for New Security Responsibilities With the NIS2 Directive fast approaching, cybersecurity has evolved from a technical challenge to a critical business priority. Avani Desai, CEO at Schellman, highlights the growing responsibility of boards and executives to oversee cybersecurity risk management.

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The Kindle Paperwhite comes bundled with a case for just $135 for October Prime Day

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If you've been eyeing the new Kindle Paperwhite, you can snag the device and a sharp-looking fabric cover for $70 off the regular price.

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News alert: Hybrid Analysis adds Criminal IP’s real-time domain scans, boosts malware detection

The Last Watchdog

Torrance, Calif., Oct. 7, 2024, CyberNewswire — Criminal IP , a renowned Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) search engine developed by AI SPERA , has partnered with Hybrid Analysis , a platform that provides advanced malware analysis and threat intelligence, to enhance threat research. This collaboration integrates Criminal IP’s advanced domain scanning capabilities into the Hybrid Analysis platform, providing security professionals with deeper insights and more effective threat mitigation s

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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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Save up to 66% on an Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus tablet on October Prime Day

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Amazon is offering a 46% discount on their Fire HD 8 Plus tablet for October Prime Day. But with a qualified trade in, you can save an additional 20%.

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Free Phishing Platform Has Created More than 140,000 Spoofed Websites

KnowBe4

A free phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) platform named Sniper Dz has assisted in the creation of more than 140,000 phishing sites over the past year, according to researchers at Palo Alto Networks. The service allows unskilled criminals to spin up sophisticated phishing sites that steal credentials or deliver malware.

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The best Walmart deals you can shop now: Live updates

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Walmart has major discounts on tech, home, toys, and more ahead of the holidays, including deals from Apple, Samsung, and more.

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What Bletchley Park Can Teach Us About Building a Strong Security Culture

KnowBe4

During World War II, a group of brilliant minds led by Alan Turing gathered at Bletchley Park in England to crack the German Enigma code. This wasn't just a technological challenge, it was a race against time that required diverse skills, innovative thinking, and collaboration. The success at Bletchley Park didn't come from a single genius or a magic machine, but from a collective effort that brought together linguists, mathematicians, chess players, and even crossword enthusiasts.

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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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Deal alert: You can get the Apple AirPods Max headphones for $150 off for October Prime Day

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Apple's AirPods Max are a highly sought-after item, and they're deeply discounted at Amazon for 27% off during this year's Prime Big Deal Days sale.

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North Korea's Secret IT Army and How to Combat It

KnowBe4

Organizations around the world are unknowingly recruiting and hiring fake employees and contractors from North Korea. These sophisticated operatives aim to earn high salaries while potentially stealing money and confidential information.

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This Radeon RX 7800 XT graphics card just dropped under $500 at Walmart

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Disappointed in Amazon's October Prime Day graphics card deals? You can pick up the Sapphire Pulse AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT for just $490 at Walmart, that's a 57% discount!

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Largest Recorded DDoS Attack is 3.8 Tbps

Schneier on Security

CLoudflare just blocked the current record DDoS attack: 3.8 terabits per second. (Lots of good information on the attack, and DDoS in general, at the link.) News article.

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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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An anti-theft upgrade is coming to Android phones. Here's how to see if you have it

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Google's AI-powered theft detection feature is now rolling out more widely. Here's how it works.

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Place your bets: the future of supply chains at OpenText World 2024 

OpenText Information Management

Las Vegas is a city built on bets, where every decision carries a risk, but with the right strategy, rewards can be transformative. This November 19-21, OpenText World 2024 will bring that same spirit of high-stakes decision-making to the future of supply chains and business networks. The stakes have never been higher for businesses operating in a rapidly evolving global market, and our Business Network track is your opportunity to learn how to play your cards right.

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Buy Microsoft Office for Windows for $55 right now

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Pay just once and get a lifetime license to the Microsoft Office 2021 app suite (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) on your PC for 81% off right now (there's a deal for a Mac version, too).

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