Schneier on Security

OCTOBER 31, 2024

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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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 31, 2024

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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Schneier on Security

OCTOBER 31, 2024

This is a good point : Part of the problem is that we are constantly handed lists…list of required controls…list of things we are being asked to fix or improve…lists of new projects…lists of threats, and so on, that are not ranked for risks. For example, we are often given a cybersecurity guideline (e.g., PCI-DSS, HIPAA, SOX, NIST, etc.) with hundreds of recommendations.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 31, 2024

A report by the Identity Theft Resource Center found that while the number of small businesses hit by a cyberattack and the amount of losses continues to grow, companies are adopting stronger security best practices and investing more in security and compliance tools. The post Small Businesses Boosting Cybersecurity as Threats Grow: ITRC appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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WIRED Threat Level

OCTOBER 31, 2024

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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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 31, 2024

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The Hacker News

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered an improved version of an Apple iOS spyware called LightSpy that not only expands on its functionality, but also incorporates destructive capabilities to prevent the compromised device from booting up.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) introduced its inaugural international strategic plan, a roadmap for strengthening global partnerships against cyber threats. The post CISA Strategic Plan Targets Global Cooperation on Cybersecurity appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 31, 2024

An Android banking Trojan called FakeCall is capable of hijacking the phone calls you make to your bank. Instead of reaching your bank, your call will be redirected to the cybercriminals. The Trojan accomplishes this by installing itself as the default call handler on the infected device. The default call handler app is responsible for managing incoming and outgoing calls, allowing users to answer or reject calls, as well as initiate calls.

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The Hacker News

OCTOBER 31, 2024

A high-severity security flaw has been disclosed in the LiteSpeed Cache plugin for WordPress that could allow an unauthenticated threat actor to elevate their privileges and perform malicious actions. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-50550 (CVSS score: 8.1), has been addressed in version 6.5.2 of the plugin.

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Zero Day

OCTOBER 31, 2024

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

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Wire transfer fraud occurs when scammers convince a company to send money to a fraudulent account. While weeding out suspicious requests like this may seem rudimentary, it’s not. The post Shedding AI Light on Bank Wire Transfer Fraud appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Zero Day

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Businesses can expect to pay a shockingly high sum for Windows 10 Extended Security Updates. Educators will fare better. And for the first time, consumers can sign up - but there's a catch.

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The Hacker News

OCTOBER 31, 2024

LottieFiles has revealed that its npm package "lottie-player" was compromised as part of a supply chain attack, prompting it to release an updated version of the library.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Session will present a comprehensive framework for managing identity to strengthen security, compliance, and application continuity BOULDER, Colo., Oct. 31, 2024—Strata Identity, the Identity Orchestration company, today announced it will host a CSA CloudBytes webinar on November 7, titled “Achieve Zero Trust Identity with the New 7 A’s of IAM.” The session will introduce a.

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Zero Day

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The new applications support Windows and MacOS, while the dictation feature lets you ask a question or speak a request for up to 10 minutes - if you can talk that long.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 31, 2024

dope.security this week added a cloud access security broker (CASB) to its portfolio that identifies any externally shared file and leverages a large language model (LLM) to identify sensitive data. The post dope.security Embeds LLM in CASB to Improve Data Security appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 31, 2024

This Halloween, haunted houses and ghost stories aren't the only things giving us chills. Lurking behind your network's doors are some real digital monsters waiting for an opportunity to sneak in! From zombie botnets to phishing phantoms, these threats might sound like campfire tales, but they're some of the most sinister forces in cybersecurity today.

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Zero Day

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Microsoft's project management tools help plan, execute, and complete projects -- and they're on sale right now.

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The Hacker News

OCTOBER 31, 2024

In the modern, browser-centric workplace, the corporate identity acts as the frontline defense for organizations. Often referred to as “the new perimeter”, the identity stands between safe data management and potential breaches. However, a new report reveals how enterprises are often unaware of how their identities are being used across various platforms.

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Zero Day

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The Apple Watch SE is slashed to $189 weeks ahead of Black Friday, and it's the perfect upgrade for those looking for basic features.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 31, 2024

What is data discovery and classification? Let's answer that and look at how your organization can improve its data protection program. The post Why Data Discovery and Classification are Important appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Zero Day

OCTOBER 31, 2024

SDesk is a lightweight, open-source alternative to Windows and MacOS. It'll look familiar to most people, and that's the best part.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 31, 2024

UnitedHealth Group, which is still picking up the pieces after a massive ransomware attack that affected more than 100 million people, hired a new and experienced CISO to replace the previous executive who became a target of lawmakers for having no cybersecurity background. The post UnitedHealth Hires Longtime Cybersecurity Executive as CISO appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Zero Day

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Recraft's newest model - the mystery AI that beat Midjourney and DALL-E - can generate high-quality images with impressive details, quality, and prompt fidelity. How to try it.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 31, 2024

With cybersecurity threats continuing to evolve at an accelerated pace, organizations need to ensure that their cyber insurance policies remain active at all times. The post Safeguarding Cyber Insurance Policies With Security Awareness Training appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Zero Day

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The Edifier QR65 speakers prove you don't need to spend thousands on high-end audio products for immersive sound.

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Penetration Testing

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Hikvision, a leading provider of network cameras and surveillance systems, has released firmware updates to address a security vulnerability that could expose users’ Dynamic DNS credentials. The vulnerability affects a... The post Hikvision Patches Security Flaw in Network Cameras, Preventing Cleartext Credential Transmission appeared first on Cybersecurity News.

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Zero Day

OCTOBER 31, 2024

If you need to add an external drive to your Linux system, you might need to format it. If you want to learn how to do that process from the command line, here's your chance.

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Heimadal Security

OCTOBER 31, 2024

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