Mon.Oct 07, 2024

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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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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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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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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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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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Feds Probe Chinese 'Salt Typhoon' Hack of Major Telcos

Data Breach Today

Verizon, AT&T and Lumen's Systems for Lawful Broadband Wiretaps Reportedly Breached The U.S. government is reportedly probing suspected national security breaches tied to Chinese nation-state hackers infiltrating broadband providers' infrastructure used to comply with court-authorized "lawful intercept" wiretaps of subscribers' networking traffic.

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

Collaboration 2.0

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

Collaboration 2.0

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

Collaboration 2.0

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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Securing Teradata VantageCloud Lake to Ensure Data Security, Compliance, and Sovereignty

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

Securing Teradata VantageCloud Lake to Ensure Data Security, Compliance, and Sovereignty madhav Tue, 10/08/2024 - 04:45 Today’s businesses are focused on leveraging data at scale to fuel innovation, improve decision-making, and enhance customer experiences. This cannot happen without flexible, scalable cloud platforms that can handle a wide range of data types and workloads while keeping costs down and operations agile.

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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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October Prime Day 2024: Everything you need to know

Collaboration 2.0

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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Is The Deep State Basically Good?

Information Governance Perspectives

Insights Into Ancient Wisdom and Modern Fallacies Why on earth would our fellow citizens ever conspire against us? Vivek Ramaswamy recently made headlines by debating neocon John Bolton at The Steamboat Institute in Colorado. For several audience members, the defining moment came when Vivek rebuked Bolton after he ridiculed the idea that a “Deep State” controlled the levers of power in the United States.

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

Collaboration 2.0

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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Bridging the gap between IT and Security with Jamf and Microsoft AI

Jamf

In this session, discover how EC2-hosted Mac instances benefit developers by supercharging app-building. Also, learn about how Amazon promotes performance and security with the AWS Nitro System, as well as how to leverage the power of generative AI to develop new apps in novel ways using Amazon Bedrock.

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

Collaboration 2.0

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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Bridging the gap between IT and Security with Jamf and Microsoft AI

Jamf

In this session, discover how EC2-hosted Mac instances benefit developers by supercharging app-building. Also, learn about how Amazon promotes performance and security with the AWS Nitro System, as well as how to leverage the power of generative AI to develop new apps in novel ways using Amazon Bedrock.

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The best Walmart deals you can shop now: Live updates

Collaboration 2.0

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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