Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 21, 2016
The coming year will bring a large-scale IoT security breach, with fleet management, retail, manufacturing, and government at the biggest risk, according to experts.
Scary Beasts Security
NOVEMBER 14, 2016
Overview A vulnerability and a separate logic error exist in the gstreamer 0.10.x player for NSF music files. Combined, they allow for very reliable exploitation and the bypass of 64-bit ASLR, DEP, etc. The reliability is provided by the presence of a turing complete “scripting” inside a music player. NSF files are music files from the Nintendo Entertainment System.
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Adam Shostack
DECEMBER 21, 2016
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Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 13, 2016
From internal threats to creative ransomware to the industrial Internet of Things, security experts illuminate business cybersecurity threats likely to materialize in the next year.
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Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 9, 2016
Law enforcement has trained special dogs to find hidden thumb drives and cell phones that human investigators routinely miss, and it's foiling predators, terrorists, and other criminals.
Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 15, 2016
Yahoo recently confirmed a leak of one billion accounts, adding to its growing list of security woes. Here are four actions your company can take to prevent a similar debacle.
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Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 23, 2016
We work hard to provide in-depth investigative tech journalism. Here's what we've reported in 2016.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 15, 2016
Security firm Kryptowire recently discovered a backdoor in some budget Android phones that secretly sends information like text messages, location data, and call logs to a server in China.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 22, 2016
Attacks on IoT devices are an increasing threat. Here are a few expert tactics to ensure your company's data and networks are safe.
Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 7, 2016
A hand-picked list of must-watch cybersecurity videos to help you learn the fundamentals of encryption, how hackers penetrate systems, and strong cyber-defense tactics for business.
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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have migrated their testing and production workloads to the cloud, yet development environments often remain tied to outdated local setups, limiting efficiency and growth.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.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 24, 2016
Ghost Squad Hackers has emerged as one of the world's most influential indie hacking teams. S1ege, the group's 'administrator,' explains his tactics, how the group works, and the ethics of hacking.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 3, 2016
For a deep penetrating scan of your Linux servers and desktops, turn to the Lynis auditing tool. Check out how to install and use Lynis.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 24, 2016
TAG Cyber CEO Dr. Edward Amoroso has created a 1,200+ page resource for cybersecurity pros. The handbook includes tech recommendations on 50 controls, interviews, and vendor lists.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 11, 2016
This year companies were rocked by over 90 million cyberattacks. In 2017 the number could double. Cybersecurity expert Sameer Dixit explains how new innovation leads to increased vulnerability.
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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!
Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 6, 2016
This year thousands of cyber-attacks cost companies millions in damages and exposed billions of sensitive consumer and corporate records. These are the 10 biggest business hacks of 2016.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 18, 2016
You can download apps to audit your privacy, but who's to say those apps aren't a security risk themselves? Here are five tips for maintaining your privacy in the always-connected world.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 12, 2016
One of the world's top hackers reveals how attackers own corporate and government networks, how stolen data is sold, which exploit markets are exploding, and why hackers are excited about Android and IoT.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
Nefarious profiteers use the encrypted internet to sell stolen data, drugs and weapons. Facebook and the UN use it to protect dissidents and journalists. This guide shines a light on the Dark Web.
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How many people would you trust with your house keys? Chances are, you have a handful of trusted friends and family members who have an emergency copy, but you definitely wouldn’t hand those out too freely. You have stuff that’s worth protecting—and the more people that have access to your belongings, the higher the odds that something will go missing.
Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 19, 2016
This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about the blockchain, the innovative technology that powers Bitcoin, Litecoin, and other cryptocurrencies.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 21, 2016
The Dark Web isn't all bad news. A study by security firm Terbium Labs found that over half of the encrypted internet consists of legal traffic, and instances of hacking and fraud were shockingly low.
Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 9, 2016
If your Apache 2 web server is failing to execute PHP files, learn how to quickly remedy this issue.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 17, 2016
IBM and the Ponemon Institute's 2016 Cyber Resilient Organization study found that cyber resilience among enterprise organizations is dropping.
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In a recent study, IDC found that 64% of organizations said they were already using open source in software development with a further 25% planning to in the next year. Most organizations are unaware of just how much open-source code is used and underestimate their dependency on it. As enterprises grow the use of open-source software, they face a new challenge: understanding the scope of open-source software that's being used throughout the organization and the corresponding exposure.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 6, 2016
For an added layer of security on your CentOS system, you should consider installing Advanced Intrusion Detection Environment. Find out why.
Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 6, 2016
Here are five things that might convince you to care about your personal data, even if you think you don't.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 28, 2016
From IoT hacks to economic collapse, four security executives share their scariest hacking and attacking scenarios and shine a light on emerging cyber-threats.
Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 5, 2016
In a recent interview with Yahoo's Katie Couric, former NSA contractor Edward Snowden spoke about how he believes justice in the US is 'two-tiered.
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The healthcare industry has massively adopted web tracking tools, including pixels and trackers. Tracking tools on user-authenticated and unauthenticated web pages can access personal health information (PHI) such as IP addresses, medical record numbers, home and email addresses, appointment dates, or other info provided by users on pages and thus can violate HIPAA Rules that govern the Use of Online Tracking Technologies by HIPAA Covered Entities and Business Associates.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 16, 2016
It is impossible to defend everything; the Pareto Principle, also known as the 80/20 rule, is one way for IT security pros to determine what's most important to protect.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 27, 2016
Your Android device most likely contains unused apps that could still use data or fall prey to vulnerabilities. The solution to this potential security problem: delete those apps.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 6, 2016
Universities are increasingly including cybersecurity majors and concentrations to better prepare students to fill the many open jobs that exist globally in the field.
Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 30, 2016
Discover how revisions to security processes can help protect your company's data.
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Software is complex, which makes threats to the software supply chain more real every day. 64% of organizations have been impacted by a software supply chain attack and 60% of data breaches are due to unpatched software vulnerabilities. In the U.S. alone, cyber losses totaled $10.3 billion in 2022. All of these stats beg the question, “Do you know what’s in your software?
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