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Security Vulnerabilities in Star Wars

Data Breach Today

A fun video describing some of the many Empire security vulnerabilities in the first Star Wars movie. Happy New Year, everyone.

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Pro-Russia Twitter Trolls Take Aim at Special Counsel Robert Mueller

WIRED Threat Level

As special counsel Robert Mueller's Russia investigation heats up, a network of pro-Russia trolls have rushed to discredit him.

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Personal data of a billion Indians sold online for £6, report claims

The Guardian Data Protection

Newspaper says it bought access to details from world’s largest biometric database, used to administer public services The personal information of more than a billion Indians stored in the world’s largest biometric database can be bought online for less than £6, according to an investigation by an Indian newspaper. The reported breach is the latest in a series of alleged leaks from the Aadhaar database, which has been collecting the photographs, thumbprints, retina scans and other identifying de

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5 automation issues that every organization needs to answer about information chaos

AIIM

Ultimately, AIIM believes Digital Transformation is more than conventional change. Digital Transformation is about using information in brand new ways. Digital Transformation success or failure fundamentally rests upon radically redefined experiences with customers, employees, and partners. In our previous Tip Sheet – Conquering Information Chaos with Intelligent Information Management (IIM) – I discussed the key role that IIM plays as a core set of foundational technologies for Digital Transfor

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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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DHS Says 246,000 Employees' Personal Details Were Exposed

Data Breach Today

13 Years of Witness Statements to DHS Office of Inspector General Also Exposed The U.S. Department of Homeland Security says nearly 250,000 federal employees' personal details were exposed in a 2014 breach of its Office of Inspector General's case management system. Witness testimony and an unknown number of nonemployees' personal details also were exposed.

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Virtually Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Every Timezone with the ‘VRChat’ Community

IBM Big Data Hub

Ever wished you could jet set around the world fast enough to ring in the New Year at a party in every timezone? Well that might not be quite possible, but VRChat is offering something close. VRChat , a social VR experience supporting major PC VR headsets via Steam , is celebrating New Year’s Eve virtually in every timezone, every hour, on the hour.

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2018 Cause Awareness & Giving Day Calendar

Troy Hunt

Cause awareness and giving days can be very powerful themes upon which to launch online fundraising campaigns. The real-time, in-the-moment nature of cause awareness and giving days can inspire donors to give provided that your nonprofit knows how to promote the days effectively. The first step is to decide which days to build a campaign upon and add them to your 2018 editorial calendar.

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KCMA Rebrands as Hitachi Construction Machinery Loaders America

Data Breach Today

KCMA Corporation, a subsidiary of Hitachi Construction Machinery Group, has changed their corporate name to Hitachi Construction Machinery Loaders America Inc effective January 1, 2018. . The company based in Kennesaw, Georgia, intends to increase production and streamline their wheel loader offering in the North American market with manufacturing facilities in Banshu, Japan; Ryugasaki, Japan, and Newnan, Georgia.

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Even Realistic Videogames like Call of Duty Won’t Help Us Win Wars

WIRED Threat Level

Opinion: Research shows that millennial cadets' digital skills don't help them on the virtual battlefield.

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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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Why 2018 Will Be the Trust Turning Point for the Digital Economy

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

We are in the midst of a digital revolution impacting every aspect of our everyday lives. At the center of the revolution is data, which is available in more forms, volume, depth and complexity since the beginnings of the computer revolution. Earlier this year , IDC predicted the world’s volume of data would expand to 163 zettabytes by 2025 – a tenfold rise in the total.

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Best of TAB 2017 part 3: the top white papers

TAB OnRecord

In a four-part series, we are bringing you the top case studies, white papers, blog posts, and guides – all chosen by your records management colleagues! For part three of our series, we reveal the most popular white papers of the past year. These in-depth resources cover: survival skills for modern records managers, RIM software, [.] Read More. The post Best of TAB 2017 part 3: the top white papers appeared first on TAB Records Management Blog | TAB OnRecord.

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Top 5 Ways to Hack a Business

Data Breach Today

Testing Networks With WannaCry, Petya and EternalRocks Finds Widespread Failures Simulated attacks by an information security testing firm have found that fresh WannaCry, NotPetya and EternalRocks would still rip through many an enterprise network. Here's how organizations must respond.

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Voter ID Laws Really Do Discriminate, a New Study Shows

WIRED Threat Level

Critics of voter ID laws have had a difficult time proving their menace in court. A new algorithm could change that.

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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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Counting down, Getting Ready: GDPR in a Multi-Cloud World

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

( Originally posted to CenturyLink’s blog on November 10 ). To help save time and money, a growing number of enterprises are storing sensitive customer data in the public cloud. Increasingly, they’re also leveraging multiple cloud providers. According to IDC, nearly 80% of IT organizations currently deploy multi-cloud or plan to implement multi-cloud environments within 12 months.

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Digital Transformation in Government, keep calm and carry on

OpenText Information Management

Recently I attended a conference on Digital Transformation in Government along with leading senior managers from different government agencies in the US. We were there to discuss the challenges of Digital Transformation and to celebrate some of the incredible success stories. It struck me just how daunting the process of transforming to digital government can … The post Digital Transformation in Government, keep calm and carry on appeared first on OpenText Blogs.

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5 Trends Cybersecurity Practitioners Must Address in 2018

Data Breach Today

A look ahead at five trends that should have a significant impact on cybersecurity in 2018 is featured in the final ISMG Security Report for 2017. Cybersecurity and privacy thought leader Christopher Pierson forecasts the likely occurrences.

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The Logan Paul "Suicide Forest" Video Should Be a Reckoning For YouTube

WIRED Threat Level

Logan Paul's video of Japan's "suicide forest" was a nadir for the YouTube star—and the platform that enables him.

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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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House Chairman Shuster to Leave Congress At Current Term's End

TAB OnRecord

Transportation Committee leader hits GOP limit on term as chairman at end of current Congress.

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15 Top Digital Landfill Posts for 2017

AIIM

Here are your Top Digital Landfill Posts from 2017! The votes are in.and here are the most popular posts from 2017. Enjoy. Systems of Record, Engagement and.(Hint: It's ultimately bigger than content services). 6 Personal Observations about "ECM" and "Content Services". Content Services - Your 2017 Survival Guide. Digital Transformation and the role of "ECM" -- or whatever we wind up calling it!

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$52 Million Water Utility Project at North Pole Begins

Data Breach Today

The News Miner in Fairbanks, Alaska, reports Exclusive Paving has been awarded a $52.1 million project to expand the water system in North Pole, southeast of Fairbanks, as part of a settlement to correct groundwater damage caused by a sulfolane leak at what was the Williams Alaska Petroleum refinery, now owned by Flint Hills Resources.

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Critical "Meltdown" and "Spectre" Flaws Breaks Basic Security for Intel, AMD, ARM Computers

WIRED Threat Level

Still-unidentified researchers have found a critical chip flaw that developers are scrambling to patch in millions of computers.

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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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Get a jump start on real-time analytics and insights

IBM Big Data Hub

Unlock the trusted information about your customers with MDM and empower your business analysts to search, explore and match with other data collections with governed freedom.

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15 Top AIIM eBooks and White Papers in 2017

AIIM

Here are your Top AIIM White Papers from 2017! The votes are in.and here are the most popular AIIM eBooks and white papers and Tip Sheets from 2017. Enjoy. Moving From ECM to Intelligent Information Management – eBook (John Mancini). Information Professionals: Where We Came From and Where We're Going – eBook (John Mancini). Information Privacy and Data Protection Regulation: The EU GDPR is Just the Tip of the Iceberg -- eBook (John Mancini and Andrew Pery).

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Meltdown and Spectre: Patches and Workarounds Appear

Data Breach Today

Makers of Operating Systems, Devices and Cloud Services Rush Fixes Microprocessor makers Intel, ARM and AMD, as well as operating system and software developers and makers of smartphones and other devices, are rushing to prep, test and ship fixes for the serious CPU flaws exploitable via Meltdown and Spectre attacks.

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Get a Password Manager. Here's Where to Start

WIRED Threat Level

How important are password managers? Even their flaws double as reminders why you need one.

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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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Spectre and Meltdown Attacks Against Microprocessors

Schneier on Security

The security of pretty much every computer on the planet has just gotten a lot worse, and the only real solution -- which of course is not a solution -- is to throw them all away and buy new ones. On Wednesday, researchers just announced a series of major security vulnerabilities in the microprocessors at the heart of the world's computers for the past 15-20 years.

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John Daly AIIM18 Speaker Interview

AIIM

Here’s your chance to get to know our AIIM18 speakers a little better before you get to San Antonio and see them live. We can’t wait to see you April 11-13th. Name John Daly. Email jdaly@stlmsd.com. LinkedIn Profile [link]. Job Title Information Governance Manager. Company Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District. Can you give us a sneak peek into your AIIM18 Presentation?

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Ransomware Attacks Will Be More Devastating and Widespread

Data Breach Today

An analysis of how unprepared businesses are to fight back against the continued problem of ransomware is featured in the latest edition of the ISMG Security Report. Also featured: outlooks for health data breaches and other cybersecurity trends in 2018.