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GUEST ESSAY: Understanding the security limits of the static and dynamic passwords we rely on

The Last Watchdog

For better or worse, we will continue to use passwords to access our computing devices and digital services for years to come. With fast advancements in computer technology, it has become possible to crack static passwords using, in essence, brute force. Artificial intelligence systems. We all rely on passwords.

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On the Need for an AI Public Option

Schneier on Security

Artificial intelligence will bring great benefits to all of humanity. It requires upward of $100 million in computational costs for a single model training run, in addition to access to large amounts of data. billion federal investment in computing and data resources to prime the AI research ecosystem in the United States.

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Securing Success: The Crucial Role of a Cybersecurity Specialist in a Growing Business

Joseph Steinberg

Securing Success: The Crucial Role of a Cybersecurity Specialist in a Growing Business Human society is increasingly dependent on computer systems and the data housed and utilized within IT (information technology) infrastructure. Today, cyber attacks can not only cause financial disasters, they can literally kill people.

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Five Interesting Israeli CyberSecurity Companies

Joseph Steinberg

This list is not in any particular order, nor is it even remotely comprehensive (I am personally aware of well over 100 privately-held Israeli cybersecurity companies) – it is, however, illustrative of some of the areas of risk and of innovation that are presently on my mind.

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Story of the Year: global IT outages and supply chain attacks

SecureList

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the critical risks posed by global IT disruptions and supply chain weaknesses. This case underscores the serious risk that social engineering and supply chain attacks pose to open-source projects. million systems worldwide. Kaspersky products detect malicious objects related to the attack.

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COVID-19 Vaccination Management Problems Have Created a Privacy Nightmare For Americans – Even Without Vaccine Passports

Joseph Steinberg

In some cases, Voice-over-IP numbers are not acceptable as cellphone numbers either – meaning that registrants must increase their cyber-risk by providing their actual cellphone numbers to a party that has offered no information about how that data will be protected. If you see a potential security and/or privacy risks – notify the provider.

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Technology’s contributions toward safety in healthcare

CyberSecurity Insiders

Right now, modern tech is pushing the envelope of what is possible in the doctor’s office and the patient’s home, as telehealth and artificial intelligence transform the landscape of medical care. Telehealth means patients don’t have to risk exposure to COVID-19 as often. But technology isn’t always safe.