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Navigating a Successful Career: Insights and Lessons Learned from a Woman in Information Management

AIIM

Today I’m sharing insights and experiences I've gained throughout my career. From taking on new challenges to dealing with workplace discrimination, these are tips for anyone looking to thrive in their professional life.

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Samsung zero-day flaw actively exploited in the wild

Security Affairs

Google’s Threat Analysis Group (TAG) researchers warn of a Samsung zero-day vulnerability that is exploited in the wild. Google’s Threat Analysis Group (TAG) warns of a Samsung zero-day vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-44068 (CVSS score of 8.1), which is exploited in the wild. The vulnerability is a use-after-free issue, attackers could exploit the flaw to escalate privileges on a vulnerable Android device.

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Breach Roundup: CISA Proposes Security for Bulk Data Sales

Data Breach Today

Also: Payment Card Theft Trends, Internet Archive Update This week, bulk data transfers to China, credit card theft, the Internet Archive still recovering and the Change Healthcare tally is now 100M. Ukraine fought phishers, civil society against the UN cybercrime treaty, TA866 and virtual hard drives spread malware. Google verified Sir Isaac Newton.

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The Shitposting Cartoon Dogs Sending Trucks, Drones, and Weapons to Ukraine’s Front Lines

WIRED Threat Level

The North Atlantic Fella Organization, which started as a way to fight Kremlin propaganda, has raised millions of dollars to send vital equipment directly to soldiers fighting Russia.

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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have migrated their testing and production workloads to the cloud, yet development environments often remain tied to outdated local setups, limiting efficiency and growth.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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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 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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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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F5 fixed a high-severity elevation of privilege vulnerability in BIG-IP

Security Affairs

Technology firm F5 patches a high-severity elevation of privilege vulnerability in BIG-IP and a medium-severity flaw in BIG-IQ. F5 addressed two vulnerabilities in BIG-IP and BIG-IQ enterprise products, respectively tracked as CVE-2024-45844 and CVE-2024-47139. An authenticated attacker, with Manager role privileges or higher, could exploit the vulnerability CVE-2024-45844 to elevate privileges and compromise the BIG-IP system. “This vulnerability may allow an authenticated attacker with M

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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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Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at Risk From Hack Attacks

Data Breach Today

Many Charging Cable Interfaces Have Exposed SSH and HTTP Ports, Researchers Warn Researchers demonstrated that multiple brands of EV charging stations have vulnerabilities due to manufacturers often leaving open and unsecured SSH and HTTP ports. The risks of these vulnerabilities range from an expanded attack surface to a launching pad for assaults on the power grid.

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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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KnowBe4's Cybersecurity Experts Shine at Barnes & Noble in New York City

KnowBe4

New York City's iconic Barnes & Noble on 5th Avenue recently featured the newly released books of two of KnowBe4's leading cybersecurity experts: Chief Human Risk Management Officer Perry Carpenter and Data-Driven Defense Evangelist Roger A. Grimes.

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FortiJump flaw CVE-2024-47575 has been exploited in zero-day attacks since June 2024

Security Affairs

The “FortiJump” flaw (CVE-2024-47575) has been exploited in zero-day attacks since June 2024, impacting over 50 servers, says Mandiant. A new report published by Mandiant states that the recently disclosed Fortinet FortiManager flaw “FortiJump” CVE-2024-47575 (CVSS v4 score: 9.8) has been exploited since June 2024 in zero-day attacks on over 50 servers.

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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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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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Ray-Ban Meta vs. GoPro: I took my smart glasses fly fishing and it was surprisingly relaxing

Collaboration 2.0

Fishing is one of my favorite ways to decompress and take in the beauty of the world around me. Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses helped me capture that without diminishing the experience at all - unlike some other gadgets I've tried.

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North Korean IT Worker Threat: 10 Critical Updates to Your Hiring Process

KnowBe4

KnowBe4 was asked what changes were made in the hiring process after the North Korean (DPRK) fake IT worker discovery. Here is the summary and we strongly suggest you talk this over with your own HR department and make these same changes or similar process updates. If you are new to this story, here is the original post.

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OnePoint Patient Care data breach impacted 795916 individuals

Security Affairs

US hospice pharmacy OnePoint Patient Care suffered a data breach that exposed the personal info of approximately 800,000 individuals. OnePoint Patient Care is a U.S.-based pharmacy specializing in hospice and palliative care services, providing customized medications and support for patients with advanced illnesses. It partners with healthcare providers to manage and deliver complex medication regimens directly to patients’ homes or care facilities.

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Improving the Accuracy of Generative AI Systems: A Structured Approach

Speaker: Anindo Banerjea, CTO at Civio & Tony Karrer, CTO at Aggregage

When developing a Gen AI application, one of the most significant challenges is improving accuracy. This can be especially difficult when working with a large data corpus, and as the complexity of the task increases. The number of use cases/corner cases that the system is expected to handle essentially explodes. 💥 Anindo Banerjea is here to showcase his significant experience building AI/ML SaaS applications as he walks us through the current problems his company, Civio, is solving.

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North Korean Hackers Spreading Malware Via Fake Interviews

Data Breach Today

Hackers Backdoor Software Libraries to Deliver Malware Security researchers found backdoored software packages in the NPM software library, apparent evidence of an ongoing campaign by North Korean hackers to social engineer coders into installing infostealers. Pyongyang hackers have a history of bizarre methods for stealing money.

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I took my Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses fly fishing, and they beat GoPro in several surprising ways

Collaboration 2.0

Fishing is one of my favorite ways to decompress and take in the beauty of the world around me. Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses helped me capture that without diminishing the experience at all - unlike some other gadgets I've tried.

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FedRAMP Authorized: OpenText™ Project and Portfolio Management

OpenText Information Management

Enjoy security, peace of mind, and trust with a FedRAMP-Certified project and portfolio management solution. OpenText™ Project and Portfolio Management achieved FedRAMP Authorization through the OpenText™ IT Management Platform (ITMX) available on the FedRAMP Marketplace. What is FedRAMP? Both the public and private sectors are increasingly leveraging cloud services to streamline operations, enhance scalability, and cut costs.

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Unknown threat actors exploit Roundcube Webmail flaw in phishing campaign

Security Affairs

Hackers exploited a now-patched Roundcube flaw in a phishing attack to steal user credentials from the open-source webmail software. Researchers from Positive Technologies warn that unknown threat actors have attempted to exploit a now-patched vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-37383 (CVSS score: 6.1), in the open-source Roundcube webmail software.

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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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Regulator Urges UK Banks to 'Help Foot the Bill' for Fraud

Data Breach Today

PSR's Kate Fitzgerald on Steps for Reducing APP Fraud, Complying With New Mandates While the U.K. Payment Systems Regulator is taking steps to ensure customers receive consistent treatment from banks, fraud protection still has inconsistencies. Several policies have been introduced to protect fraud victims, but consumers can't always count on them, said PSR’s Kate Fitzgerald.

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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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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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North Korea-linked APT37 exploited IE zero-day in a recent attack

Security Affairs

North Korea-linked group APT37 exploited an Internet Explorer zero-day vulnerability in a supply chain attack. A North Korea-linked threat actor, tracked as APT37 (also known as RedEyes, TA-RedAnt, Reaper, ScarCruft , Group123 ), exploited a recent Internet Explorer zero-day vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-38178 (CVSS score 7.5), in a supply chain attack.

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Driving Responsible Innovation: How to Navigate AI Governance & Data Privacy

Speaker: Aindra Misra, Senior Manager, Product Management (Data, ML, and Cloud Infrastructure) at BILL

Join us for an insightful webinar that explores the critical intersection of data privacy and AI governance. In today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape, building robust governance frameworks is essential to fostering innovation while staying compliant with regulations. Our expert speaker, Aindra Misra, will guide you through best practices for ensuring data protection while leveraging AI capabilities.

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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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No, The Chinese Have Not Broken Modern Encryption Systems with a Quantum Computer

Schneier on Security

The headline is pretty scary: “ China’s Quantum Computer Scientists Crack Military-Grade Encryption.” No, it’s not true. This debunking saved me the trouble of writing one. It all seems to have come from this news article , which wasn’t bad but was taken widely out of proportion.

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More Than 33,000 People in the UK Have Been Hacked Over the Past Year

KnowBe4

Action Fraud, the UK’s national fraud and cyber crime reporting service, warns that more than 33,000 people have reported that their online accounts have been hacked over the past year.

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