Demo of AES GCM Misuse Problems
Schneier on Security
JUNE 14, 2024
This is really neat demo of the security problems arising from reusing nonces with a symmetric cipher in GCM mode.
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5 Tips for Making the Most Out of Your Next Business Trip
Tech Republic Security
JUNE 14, 2024
From saving on flights and hotels to protecting your data when working online, these tips could save you money in the long run.
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Upcoming Speaking Engagements
Schneier on Security
JUNE 14, 2024
This is a current list of where and when I am scheduled to speak: I’m appearing on a panel on Society and Democracy at ACM Collective Intelligence in Boston, Massachusetts. The conference runs from June 26 through 29, 2024, and my panel is at 9:00 AM on Friday, June 28. I’m speaking on “Reimagining Democracy in the Age of AI” at the Bozeman Library in Bozeman, Montana, USA, July 18, 2024.
Microsoft Delays Recall Launch, Seeking Community Feedback First
Tech Republic Security
JUNE 14, 2024
An upcoming blog post for members of the Windows Insider Program will explain how to get the AI-powered Recall feature.
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CVE-2024-26229: Windows Elevation of Privilege Flaw Weaponized, PoC Exploit on GitHub
Penetration Testing
JUNE 14, 2024
Security researchers are raising the alarm as proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit code targeting a recently patched high-severity vulnerability (CVE-2024-26229) in Microsoft Windows has surfaced on GitHub. The vulnerability could allow attackers to gain SYSTEM privileges,... The post CVE-2024-26229: Windows Elevation of Privilege Flaw Weaponized, PoC Exploit on GitHub appeared first on Cybersecurity News.
ZKTeco Biometric System Found Vulnerable to 24 Critical Security Flaws
The Hacker News
JUNE 14, 2024
An analysis of a hybrid biometric access system from Chinese manufacturer ZKTeco has uncovered two dozen security flaws that could be used by attackers to defeat authentication, steal biometric data, and even deploy malicious backdoors.
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Google's Privacy Sandbox Accused of User Tracking by Austrian Non-Profit
The Hacker News
JUNE 14, 2024
Google's plans to deprecate third-party tracking cookies in its Chrome web browser with Privacy Sandbox has run into fresh trouble after Austrian privacy non-profit noyb (none of your business) said the feature can still be used to track users.
Chinese Threats Aim for Government Sector
Security Boulevard
JUNE 14, 2024
The rise in U.S.-politics-themed scams indicates that adversarial nation states understand the significance of election years. The post Chinese Threats Aim for Government Sector appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Why Regulated Industries are Turning to Military-Grade Cyber Defenses
The Hacker News
JUNE 14, 2024
As cyber threats loom large and data breaches continue to pose increasingly significant risks. Organizations and industries that handle sensitive information and valuable assets make prime targets for cybercriminals seeking financial gain or strategic advantage.
DORA Compliance Strategy for Business Leaders
Security Affairs
JUNE 14, 2024
In January 2025, European financial and insurance institutions, their business partners and providers, must comply with DORA. In January 2025, financial and insurance institutions in Europe and any organizations that do business with them must comply with the Digital Operation Resilience Act, also known as DORA. This regulation from the European Union (EU) is intended to both strengthen IT security and enhance the digital resilience of the European financial market.
Optimizing The Modern Developer Experience with Coder
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Penetration-Testing-as-a-Service: An Essential Component of the Cybersecurity Toolkit
Security Boulevard
JUNE 14, 2024
PTaaS involves outsourcing penetration testing activities to a trusted third-party service provider, saving busy internal teams valuable time and offering an objective outsider’s perspective of their systems. The post Penetration-Testing-as-a-Service: An Essential Component of the Cybersecurity Toolkit appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Truist bank confirms data breach
Malwarebytes
JUNE 14, 2024
On Wednesday June 12, 2024, a well-known dark web data broker and cybercriminal acting under the name “Sp1d3r” offered a significant amount of data allegedly stolen from Truist Bank for sale. Truist is a US bank holding company and operates 2,781 branches in 15 states and Washington DC. By assets, it is in the top 10 of US banks. In 2020, Truist provided financial services to about 12 million consumer households.
Recall ‘Delayed Indefinitely’ — Microsoft Privacy Disaster is Cut from Copilot+ PCs
Security Boulevard
JUNE 14, 2024
Copilot Plus? More like Copilot Minus: Redmond realizes Recall requires radical rethink. The post Recall ‘Delayed Indefinitely’ — Microsoft Privacy Disaster is Cut from Copilot+ PCs appeared first on Security Boulevard.
Learn to Secure Petabyte-Scale Data in a Webinar with Industry Titans
The Hacker News
JUNE 14, 2024
Data is growing faster than ever. Remember when petabytes (that's 1,000,000 gigabytes!) were only for tech giants? Well, that's so last decade! Today, businesses of all sizes are swimming in petabytes. But this isn't just about storage anymore. This data is ALIVE—it's constantly accessed, analyzed, shared, and even used to train the next wave of AI.
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Former IT employee gets 2.5 years for wiping 180 virtual servers
Bleeping Computer
JUNE 14, 2024
A former quality assurance employee of National Computer Systems (NCS) was sentenced to two years and eight months in prison for reportedly deleting 180 virtual servers after being fired. [.
SASE Market Growth Continues, Led by Cisco, Zscaler
Security Boulevard
JUNE 14, 2024
Companies are achieving revenue growth by addressing the needs of mid-market enterprises, offering tailored solutions that provide high value at a competitive price point. The post SASE Market Growth Continues, Led by Cisco, Zscaler appeared first on Security Boulevard.
London hospitals cancel over 800 operations after ransomware attack
Bleeping Computer
JUNE 14, 2024
NHS England revealed today that multiple London hospitals impacted by last week's Synnovis ransomware attack were forced to cancel hundreds of planned operations and appointments. [.
Ensuring Data-Centric Security on IBM z Series: comforte’s Customer Success Stories and Best Practices
Security Boulevard
JUNE 14, 2024
In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, the importance of data security cannot be overstated. Organisations across the globe are increasingly seeking robust solutions to protect their sensitive information from cyber threats. Among the leaders in providing such solutions is comforte AG, a company renowned for its expertise in data-centric security.
The Cloud Development Environment Adoption Report
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Microsoft removes Copilot app ‘incorrectly’ added on Windows PCs
Bleeping Computer
JUNE 14, 2024
Microsoft says it removed a Copilot app that was "incorrectly" added to Windows 10 and Windows 11 systems in April due to buggy Microsoft Edge updates. [.
Honest Kaspersky Antivirus Review
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JUNE 14, 2024
In this post, we will show you the Kaspersky Antivirus review. In an age where our digital lives are constantly under threat, antivirus software has become an essential tool for protecting our devices and personal information. Among the myriad of options available, Kaspersky Antivirus has consistently stood out for its robust security features and user-friendly […] The post Honest Kaspersky Antivirus Review appeared first on SecureBlitz Cybersecurity.
Mozilla Firefox can now secure access to passwords with device credentials
Bleeping Computer
JUNE 14, 2024
Mozilla Firefox finally allows you to further protect local access to stored credentials in the browser's password manager using your device's login, including a password, fingerprint, pin, or other biometrics [.
A New Tactic in the Rapid Evolution of QR Code Scams
Security Boulevard
JUNE 14, 2024
QR codes have been around for three decades, but it wasn’t until the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020 that they got wide use, with restaurants, health care facilities, and other businesses turning to them to customers contactless ways to read menus, buy items, or track the health of people in their buildings. Around the same. The post A New Tactic in the Rapid Evolution of QR Code Scams appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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CISA warns of Windows bug exploited in ransomware attacks
Bleeping Computer
JUNE 14, 2024
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has added a high-severity Windows vulnerability abused in ransomware attacks as a zero-day to its catalog of actively exploited security bugs. [.
Crypter Specialist Involved in the Conti and LockBit Attack Arrested
Heimadal Security
JUNE 14, 2024
A 28-year-old Russian man has been taken into custody by the Ukraine cyber police in Kyiv for his involvement in the Conti and LockBit ransomware operations, which involved making their malware impervious to antivirus software and carrying out at least one attack personally. The Dutch police, who responded to a ransomware attack and subsequent data […] The post Crypter Specialist Involved in the Conti and LockBit Attack Arrested appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.
Keytronic confirms data breach after ransomware gang leaks stolen files
Bleeping Computer
JUNE 14, 2024
PCBA manufacturing giant Keytronic is warning it suffered a data breach after the Black Basta ransomware gang leaked 530GB of the company's stolen data two weeks ago. [.
The “Spammification” of Business Email Compromise Spells Trouble for Businesses Around the Globe
Security Boulevard
JUNE 14, 2024
Whether it be purely text-based social engineering, or advanced, image-based attacks, one thing's for certain — generative AI is fueling a whole new age of advanced phishing. The post The “Spammification” of Business Email Compromise Spells Trouble for Businesses Around the Globe appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Scattered Spider hackers switch focus to cloud apps for data theft
Bleeping Computer
JUNE 14, 2024
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Friday Five: Elaborate Vishing, Microsoft's Security Woes, & More
Digital Guardian
JUNE 14, 2024
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Bleeping Computer
JUNE 14, 2024
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