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Match Made in Heaven: Exploring the Relationship Between AI and Information Management

AIIM

Why are information management and AI even in the same sentence? It's an interesting question. What's the relationship? Well, the answer is simple: there is no AI without information.

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The US Navy Is Going All In on Starlink

WIRED Threat Level

The Navy is testing out the Elon Musk–owned satellite constellation to provide high-speed internet access to sailors at sea. It’s part of a bigger project that’s about more than just getting online.

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How Ransomware Groups Weaponize Stolen Data

Data Breach Today

DataBreachToday.com is a multimedia website providing news, insights and education on data breach detection, notification and prevention.

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A new variant of Cicada ransomware targets VMware ESXi systems

Security Affairs

A new ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operation called Cicada3301 has emerged in the threat landscape and already targeted tens of companies. Cicada3301 is a new ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operation that appeared in the threat landscape. The group appears to be very active and already listed 23 victims on its extortion portal since mid-June. The following image shows the list of victims published by the gang on its Dark Web leak site.

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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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Owners of 1-Time Passcode Theft Service Plead Guilty

Krebs on Security

Three men in the United Kingdom have pleaded guilty to operating otp[.]agency , a once popular online service that helped attackers intercept the one-time passcodes (OTPs) that many websites require as a second authentication factor in addition to passwords. Launched in November 2019, OTP Agency was a service for intercepting one-time passcodes needed to log in to various websites.

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After CrowdStrike Outage: Time to Rebuild Microsoft Windows?

Data Breach Today

Global Outage Triggers Calls for 'Less-Invasive Access' to Essential Functions The global disruption caused by a faulty CrowdStrike software triggering a kernel panic and computer meltdowns has led government agencies, experts and vendors to call for rethinking Windows operating system resiliency, including the deep-level OS access security tools now require.

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An air transport security system flaw allowed to bypass airport security screenings

Security Affairs

A vulnerability in an air transport security system allowed unauthorized individuals to bypass airport security screenings. The Known Crewmember (KCM) and Cockpit Access Security System (CASS) programs are two transport security systems that pilots, flight attendants, and other airline employees to bypass traditional airport security checks and access cockpit jumpseats.

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New global standard aims to build security around large language models

Collaboration 2.0

The WDTA framework spans the lifecycle of large language models, offering guidelines to manage integration with other systems.

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Therapy Sessions Exposed by Mental Health Care Firm’s Unsecured Database

WIRED Threat Level

Video and audio of therapy sessions, transcripts, and other patient records were accidentally exposed in a publicly accessible database operated by the virtual medical company Confidant Health.

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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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ISMG Editors: How Arrest of Telegram CEO Affects Encryption

Data Breach Today

Also: AI's Role in Cybersecurity; New Fraud Prevention Rules In the latest weekly update, ISMG editors discussed the implications of the recent arrest of Telegram's CEO in Paris for encrypted messaging services, the transformative impact of artificial intelligence in cybersecurity, and the latest regulations designed to curb fraud in electronic payments.

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Transport for London (TfL) is dealing with an ongoing cyberattack

Security Affairs

Transport for London (TfL) is investigating an ongoing cyberattack, however, customer information was compromised. Transport for London (TfL) is investigating an ongoing cyberattack. However, the TfL stated that there is no evidence that customer information was compromised during the incident. “We are currently dealing with an ongoing cyber security incident.

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Why you should stop using your solar-powered power bank (and try this alternative instead)

Collaboration 2.0

I've spent the summer testing solar-powered power banks. It turns out the devices are universally rubbish and potentially unsafe. Here's what I suggest using instead.

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We Hunted Hidden Police Signals at the DNC

WIRED Threat Level

Using special software, WIRED investigated police surveillance at the DNC. We collected signals from nearly 300,000 devices, revealing vulnerabilities for both law enforcement and everyday citizens alike.

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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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FEMA Has Begun Deploying Cyber Advisers to Disaster Zones

Data Breach Today

FEMA CIO: Cyber Advisers Provide Critical Security Guidance Amid Recovery Efforts Charles Armstrong, chief information officer of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, told the Billington Cybersecurity Summit his agency has begun deploying cyber advisors to disaster recovery zones to "rapidly and securely" build information technology and operational technology infrastructure.

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North Korea-linked APT Citrine Sleet exploit Chrome zero-day to deliver FudModule rootkit

Security Affairs

North Korea-linked APT exploited the recently patched Google Chrome zero-day CVE-2024-7971 to deploy the FudModule rootkit. North Korea-linked group Citrine Sleet (aka AppleJeus , Labyrinth Chollima , UNC4736, Hidden Cobra ) have exploited the recently patched Google Chrome zero-day CVE-2024-7971 (CVSS score 8.8) to deploy the FudModule rootkit , states Microsoft.

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This new self-cleaning robot vacuum can even wipe down your baseboards

Collaboration 2.0

Narwal has just released a new flagship robot vacuum and mop with do-it-all functions that will remind you of The Jetsons.

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The Japanese Robot Controversy Lurking in Israel’s Military Supply Chain

WIRED Threat Level

Activists claim Japanese industrial robots are being used to build military equipment for Israel. The robot maker denies the claims, but the episode reveals the complex ethics of global manufacturing.

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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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Brazil Suspends Access to Elon Musk's X, Including via VPNs

Data Breach Today

Supreme Court Set to Review Ban, After X Failed to Appoint a Legal Representative Brazil has begun blocking domestic access to social platform X - including criminalizing access by Brazilians who might use a VPN - after the company failed to comply with court orders tied to combating disinformation campaigns, and a law requiring it has a legal representative in the country.

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Vulnerabilities in Microsoft apps for macOS allow stealing permissions

Security Affairs

Vulnerabilities in Microsoft apps for macOS could allow attackers to steal permissions and access sensitive data. Cisco Talos researchers discovered eight vulnerabilities in Microsoft apps for macOS. These flaws could allow attackers to inject malicious libraries into Microsoft’s apps and steal permissions. This could enable access to sensitive resources like the microphone, camera, and screen recording, potentially leading to data leaks or privilege escalation.

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I changed these 5 TV settings to instantly improve the picture quality - and you can too

Collaboration 2.0

With a bit of patience and experimentation, you can tweak your TV's basic settings for a better viewing experience.

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The NSA Has a Podcast—Here's How to Decode It

WIRED Threat Level

The spy agency that dared not speak its name is now the Joe Rogan of the SIGINT set. And the pod's actually worth a listen.

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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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North Korean Hackers Tied to Exploits of Chromium Zero-Day

Data Breach Today

Cryptocurrency Users Targeted in Latest Campaign Involving FudModule Rootkit A hacking group tied to North Korea exploited a zero-day vulnerability in the open source Google Chromium web browser to try and steal cryptocurrency, Microsoft said. The attack campaign is the latest to involve a sophisticated North Korean rootkit called FudModule. Google has fixed the flaw.

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Car rental company Avis discloses a data breach

Security Affairs

Car rental giant Avis disclosed a data breach that impacted one of its business applications in August compromising customers’ personal information. Car rental company Avis notified customers impacted in an Augus data breach. Threat actors breached one of its business applications and gained access to some of the customers’ personal information. “We discovered on August 5, 2024, that an unauthorized third party gained access to one of our business applications.

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New AirPods are arriving next week. Here are the top 4 features I want to see

Collaboration 2.0

Industry insiders are confident Apple will announce new AirPods next week during the iPhone 16 launch. Although that's exciting to hear, there are a few things I'd like to see first.

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Taylor Swift Concert Terror Plot Was Thwarted by Key CIA Tip

WIRED Threat Level

Plus: China-linked hackers infiltrate US internet providers, authorities crack down on a major piracy operation, and a ransomware gang claims attacks during the Paris Olympics.

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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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Inside CISA's Unprecedented Election Security Mission

Data Breach Today

CISA 'Committing More Resources Than Ever Before' to Election Infrastructure The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency told Information Security Media Group it is in the process of carrying out its most expansive national effort to secure election infrastructure across the country ahead of the upcoming November election.

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SonicWall warns that SonicOS bug exploited in attacks

Security Affairs

Recently fixed access control SonicOS vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-40766, is potentially exploited in attacks in the wild, SonicWall warns. SonicWall warns that a recently fixed access control flaw, tracked as CVE-2024-40766 (CVSS v3 score: 9.3), in SonicOS is now potentially exploited in attacks. “An improper access control vulnerability has been identified in the SonicWall SonicOS management access and SSLVPN, potentially leading to unauthorized resource access and in specific cond

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I found the AirTags that Android users have been waiting for

Collaboration 2.0

Chipolo's latest One and Card trackers are perfect for keys and wallets that have a habit of going astray.

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