October, 2024

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Secure Your World with Phishing Resistant Passkeys

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

Secure Your World with Phishing Resistant Passkeys madhav Thu, 10/10/2024 - 05:12 As we celebrate Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2024 with the theme "Secure Our World," exploring innovative technologies is crucial to help us achieve this goal. One such advancement that's revolutionizing online security and user authentication is passkeys. Passkeys represent a significant leap forward in creating a safer digital landscape, aligning perfectly with the mission to secure our world.

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A crime ring compromised Italian state databases reselling stolen info

Security Affairs

Italian police arrested four and are investigating dozens, including Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio, for alleged unauthorized access to state databases. Italian authorities have arrested four individuals as part of an investigation into alleged illegal access to state databases. The police are also investigating dozens of other individuals, including the son of Luxottica founder Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio.

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The Crucial Role of Quality Assurance in Information Management: My Experience

AIIM

I want to share my thoughts on the importance of quality assurance in information management based on my extensive experience in the field , where I found it has been given short shrift in many or ganizations – particularly when implementing newer technologies. I'll discuss how even small issues can have significant ripple effects on an entire system and why thorough testing is essential to maintain data integrity.

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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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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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How ChatGPT scanned 170k lines of code in seconds, saving me hours of work

Collaboration 2.0

Have a question that requires a lot of text or numerical analysis? Consider running it by ChatGPT or another popular model -- the answer might surprise you.

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Passwordless Authentication without Secrets!

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

Passwordless Authentication without Secrets! divya Fri, 10/11/2024 - 08:54 As user expectations for secure and seamless access continue to grow, the 2024 Thales Consumer Digital Trust Index (DTI) research revealed that 65% of users feel frustrated with frequent password resets. This highlights an increasing demand for advanced authentication methods like passkeys and multi-factor authentication (MFA), which provide robust security for most use cases.

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From Risk Assessment to Action: Improving Your DLP Response

Security Affairs

DLP is key in cybersecurity; a risk assessment identifies data risks, helping turn findings into real-world security improvements. Data loss prevention (DLP) is a cornerstone of any effective cybersecurity strategy. Protecting sensitive data is what cybersecurity is all about. So, how can you conduct a DLP risk assessment? And how can you translate those findings into real-world improvements?

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The AIIM Certified Information Professional: Empowering Information Management Careers

AIIM

In today's AI-driven world, the ability to effectively manage information is more crucial than ever. At AIIM, we're committed to empowering professionals with the knowledge and skills they need to excel in the field of unstructured data management. Our Certified Information Professional (CIP) credential stands as a testament to this commitment, providing a comprehensive framework for understanding and implementing best practices in information management.

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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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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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I converted a mini PC running Windows 11 into a Linux workstation, and it blew me away

Collaboration 2.0

If you're looking for a small form-factor PC that doesn't skimp on performance, the Herk Orion might be just what you need.

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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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Inside Sophos' 5-Year War With the Chinese Hackers Hijacking Its Devices

WIRED Threat Level

Sophos went so far as to plant surveillance “implants” on its own devices to catch the hackers at work—and in doing so, revealed a glimpse into China's R&D pipeline of intrusion techniques.

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Threat actor says Interbank refused to pay the ransom after a two-week negotiation

Security Affairs

Peruvian Interbank confirmed a data breach after threat actors accessed its systems and leaked stolen information online. Interbank , formally the Banco Internacional del Perú Service Holding S.A.A. is a leading Peruvian provider of financial services has over 2 million customers. Interbank disclosed a data breach after a threat actor claimed the hack of the organization and leaked stolen data online.

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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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How Intelligent Document Processing is Revolutionizing Document Management

AIIM

Forward-thinking organizations seek technologies that streamline operations, reduce errors and improve productivity. One such technology is intelligent document processing (IDP), powered by artificial intelligence (AI). In this blog post, I’ll define intelligent document processing (IDP) and outline some key benefits of IDP. We will also explore how AI-driven IDP enhances efficiency, accuracy and operational effectiveness while reducing errors and costs.

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North Korean IT Scam Workers Shift to Extortion Tactics

Data Breach Today

Report Reveals North Korean Workers Expanding into Intellectual Property Theft North Korean threat actors posing as remote information technology workers are increasingly extorting ransom from Western companies after securing jobs under false pretenses, according to a new report from Secureworks' counter threat unit.

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Sick of missing your exit? These new Google Maps features can help

Collaboration 2.0

The navigation app is getting enhanced directions like lane indicators, plus Gemini-curated spots to check out along your route.

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Deceptive Google Meet Invites Lures Users Into Malware Scams

eSecurity Planet

The reliance on virtual meetings has skyrocketed after the pandemic, making platforms like Google Meet and Zoom integral to our daily personal and professional communication. However, this surge in usage has also opened the door to a growing array of cybersecurity threats. One of the most concerning tactics currently on the rise is the ClickFix campaign — a sophisticated phishing scheme targeting unsuspecting Google Meet 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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Lamborghini Carjackers Lured by $243M Cyberheist

Krebs on Security

The parents of a 19-year-old Connecticut honors student accused of taking part in a $243 million cryptocurrency heist in August were carjacked a week later — while out house-hunting in a brand new Lamborghini. Prosecutors say the couple was beaten and briefly kidnapped by six young men who traveled from Florida as part of a botched plan to hold the parents for ransom.

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Iran and China-linked actors used ChatGPT for preparing attacks

Security Affairs

OpenAI disrupted 20 cyber and influence operations in 2023, revealing Iran and China-linked actors used ChatGPT for planning ICS attacks. OpenAI announced the disruption of over 20 cyber and influence operations this year, involving Iranian and Chinese state-sponsored hackers. The company uncovered the activities of three threat actors abusing ChatGPT to launch cyberattacks.

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The 2025 Information Management Tech Stack

AIIM

On October 1, 2024, at the AIIM Information and Data Leadership Symposium in Arlington, VA, I had an enlightening conversation with Alan Pelz-Sharpe, Founder of Deep Analysis. Our discussion centered on a crucial question: What should your organization's information management technology stack look like in 2025 to maximize the benefits of AI and process automation?

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Dutch Police and FBI Infiltrate Info-Stealer Infrastructure

Data Breach Today

Cops Recover Redline, Meta Infostealer Data; Promise Criminal Users: 'See You Soon' The Dutch National Police, working with the FBI, say they've disrupted the Redline and Meta info-stealing malware services after obtaining "full access" to them, including source code and extensive details pertaining to their users, with follow-on "legal actions" now "underway.

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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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AI scams have infiltrated the knitting and crochet world - why it matters for everyone

Collaboration 2.0

Using AI, scammers are creating frustrating - and expensive - problems for makers. Here's how to spot AI-generated patterns - and why anyone who relies on downloaded instructions should pay attention.

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American Water Shuts Down Services After Cybersecurity Breach

eSecurity Planet

American Water, one of the largest water utility providers in the United States, fell victim to a cyberattack that disrupted its billing systems, throwing light on the increasing vulnerability of critical infrastructure to such threats. While water services were not interrupted, the breach temporarily paused the company’s billing operations, causing customer concern.

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Tracking World Leaders Using Strava

Schneier on Security

Way back in 2018, people noticed that you could find secret military bases using data published by the Strava fitness app. Soldiers and other military personal were using them to track their runs, and you could look at the public data and find places where there should be no people running. Six years later, the problem remains. Le Monde has reported that the same Strava data can be used to track the movements of world leaders.

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Cisco states that data published on cybercrime forum was taken from public-facing DevHub environment

Security Affairs

Cisco confirms that data published by IntelBroker on a cybercrime forum was taken from the company DevHub environment. Cisco confirms that the data posted by IntelBroker on a cybercrime forum was stolen from its DevHub environment. IntelBroker claimed to have gained access to Github projects, Gitlab Projects, SonarQube projects, Source code, hard coded credentials, Certificates, Customer SRCs, Cisco Confidential Documents, Jira tickets, API tokens, AWS Private buckets, Cisco Technology SRCs, Doc

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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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Meet ZachXBT, the Masked Vigilante Tracking Down Billions in Crypto Scams and Thefts

WIRED Threat Level

He just untangled a $243 million bitcoin theft, what may be the biggest-ever crypto heist to target a single victim. And he has never shown his face.

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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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I wrote half this article on Apple Watch, thanks to this under-the-radar iOS 18 feature

Collaboration 2.0

Here's how to transform your writing workflow and turn your Apple Watch into a productivity powerhouse.

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