The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Most folks don’t realize that the Internet contributes more than 3.7 It is in this context that it is important to focus on the details of video technology. Encoders, for instance, consume significantly more energy than decoders – sometimes as much as 5 to 10 times as much energy, in comparison.

Energy and Utilities 196

Energy and Utilities Manufacturing Technology Marketing 196

Security Affairs

AUGUST 16, 2023

A phishing campaign employing QR codes targeted a leading energy company in the US, cybersecurity firm Cofense reported. “Beginning in May 2023, Cofense has observed a large phishing campaign utilizing QR codes targeting the Microsoft credentials of users from a wide array of industries.” ” continues the report.

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Phishing Energy and Utilities Insurance Manufacturing 98

Joseph Steinberg

MAY 12, 2021

Over the ensuing years, experts have repeatedly pointed out that not only were many of the technology systems being deployed to improve the efficiency of fuel distribution infrastructure management introducing dangerous vulnerabilities, but that a cyber-attack against the operator of a fuel pipeline was eventually going to both occur and succeed.

Energy and Utilities 219

Energy and Utilities Ransomware Artificial Intelligence Cyber Attacks 219

Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 13, 2022

technology firm, confirmed receipt of USDoD’s message but asked to remain anonymous for this story. That InfraGard member, who is head of security at a major U.S. This is a developing story. Updates will be noted here with timestamps.

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Hacking Energy and Utilities Cybercrime Accountability 363

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Emerging standards Indeed, advanced technologies, new protocols and emerging best practices are at hand to help companies build and sustain trust. In visiting our customers over the past 18 months, I’ve seen a newfound energy for closely examining and more effectively managing PKI infrastructure, both internally and externally,” he says.

Energy and Utilities 289

Energy and Utilities IoT Manufacturing Healthcare 289

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JULY 23, 2019

From taking a shower, to brewing your coffee, and watching the news, your morning routine is fueled by the energy sector. If you’re like millions of other Americans, your TV is connected to the Internet and uses technology generated from the nation’s power grid. The Rising Threat. It also makes me fear that few are.

Energy and Utilities 103

Energy and Utilities Digital transformation Encryption Technology 103

Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Is it fair to judge an organization’s information security posture simply by looking at its Internet-facing assets for weaknesses commonly sought after and exploited by attackers, such as outdated software or accidentally exposed data and devices? The October analysis by the Chamber and FICO gives U.S. How useful is such a score?

Cyber Risk 245

Cyber Risk Energy and Utilities Risk Marketing 245

Schneier on Security

MARCH 14, 2023

Big energy companies expect action whenever there is a move to end drilling leases for federal lands, in exchange for the tens of millions they contribute to congressional reelection campaigns. It turns out there is a natural opening for this technology: microlegislation. In some cases, the objective of that money is obvious.

Energy and Utilities 339

Energy and Utilities Artificial Intelligence Technology Government 339

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

According to statistics from the FBI’s 2021 Internet Crime Report , complaints to the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) have been rising since 2017. This made a lot of sense, especially in the earlier days of the Internet where cybersecurity measures were nowhere near as robust as they are today. Technological Tactics.

Social Engineering 121

Social Engineering Energy and Utilities Phishing Internet 121

The Last Watchdog

MARCH 4, 2019

In fact, memory attacks have quietly emerged as a powerful and versatile new class of hacking technique that threat actors in the vanguard are utilizing to subvert conventional IT security systems. Virsec is a leading innovator of memory protection technologies. Here’s what I took away from our discussion: Transient hacks.

Hacking 212

Hacking Energy and Utilities System Administration Accountability 212

CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Doing so saves energy and improves efficiency, allowing you to remotely control kitchen devices, smart AC, smart speakers and displays, lights and other applications. Also expect mesh Wi-Fi to make its mark: it’s an innovative technology that is smarter than your average router, using AI to deliver stable speeds throughout your home.

Energy and Utilities 136

Energy and Utilities Technology Wireless Artificial Intelligence 136

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

That pace is unlikely to slow down over the coming years; Pagely noted that organizations are still turning to IoT devices as a way to automate and optimize their business processes as well as save on energy costs. Invest in the right technology. billion in number and generate 79.4 zettabytes (ZB) of data by 2025.

IoT 122

IoT Risk Energy and Utilities Healthcare 122

CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 11, 2021

ai DTI awards, focused on using artificial intelligence (AI) techniques and digital transformation to advance energy efficiency and lead the way to a lower-carbon, higher-efficiency economy that will ensure energy and climate security. .–( BUSINESS WIRE )–C3.ai ai Digital Transformation Institute ( C3.ai

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Digital transformation Energy and Utilities Computers and Electronics Artificial Intelligence 52

Security Affairs

AUGUST 27, 2024

Versa Director is a centralized management and orchestration platform used primarily by Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to manage and monitor Software-Defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WANs). victims and one non-U.S. ” reads the report published by Black Lotus Labs.

Energy and Utilities 130

Energy and Utilities Firewall Technology Malware 130

SecureWorld News

AUGUST 21, 2020

Here's what Blindingcan has accomplished so far: "A threat group with a nexus to North Korea targeted government contractors early this year to gather intelligence surrounding key military and energy technologies. Scan all software downloaded from the Internet prior to executing. Exercise caution when using removable media (e.g.,

Energy and Utilities 97

Energy and Utilities Passwords Antivirus Firewall 97

The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Digital technology, like music, is all about math. Here are a few key takeaways: The security bottleneck The next great leap forward in digital technologies will give us driverless ground transportation, green cities that continually optimize energy usage and self-improving medical treatments.

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Software Computers and Electronics Encryption Energy and Utilities 182

CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Most of our current online privacy protocols utilize cryptography to maintain privacy and data integrity. Quantum computing focuses on developing computer technology based on principles that describe how particles and energy react at the atomic and subatomic levels. What is quantum computing? What are the security risks?

Risk 134

Risk Social Engineering Threat Detection Encryption 134

Security Affairs

AUGUST 29, 2018

It is not just about security, but in utilizing Blockchain to secure your company and your information. With how fast technology is improving and being included in everyday activities or jobs to make them fast and efficient, it is important to make sure you are secured, especially when on the internet. Energy Efficiency.

Energy and Utilities 74

Energy and Utilities Technology Cryptocurrency Internet 74

SC Magazine

MAY 1, 2021

With a career spanning two decades as a technology provider to businesses and government agencies, Levine brings a strategic and pragmatic approach to building secure software and cloud services without disrupting product velocity. Todd Bell serves as the chief information security officer and executive director at Valleywise Health.

Computers and Electronics 126

Computers and Electronics Technology Information Security Education 126

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JULY 21, 2022

The threat of attacks against Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) – energy, utilities, telecommunications, and transportation – is now front of mind for many. From the ransomware attack that compromised a major U.S. gas pipeline in 2021 to the rise of nation-state attacks, critical infrastructure organizations are under siege.

Cyber threats 71

Cyber threats Energy and Utilities Ransomware IoT 71

Hacker Combat

JUNE 3, 2021

Industrial switches are made using universal firmware developed by Korenix Technology, a leading provider for industrial networking solutions based in Taiwan. Energy and power. According to Weber, he only identified a few affected gadgets as being vulnerable across the internet. Heavy machinery. Automation. Surveillance.

Firmware 85

Firmware Energy and Utilities Cyber Attacks Surveillance 85

CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Modern-day industrial and critical infrastructure organizations rely heavily on the operational technology (OT) environment to produce their goods and services. However, deploying the right technologies can harness all the benefits of a converged operation without increasing the security exposure profile of the organization.

Energy and Utilities 101

Energy and Utilities Threat Detection Manufacturing Technology 101

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Exposing the Internet of Things (IoT) Universe. 5G technology will improve some IoT use cases, thereby adding to the proliferation of IoT devices – a phenomena individuals and organizations aren’t prepared to fully defend in the immediate future. Objectives for 5G Implementation Analyzing Progress and What’s To Come.

Risk 137

Risk Cybersecurity IoT Wireless 137

SecureWorld News

MARCH 23, 2021

electrical grid provides the country the power to enjoy all the luxuries of modern life and technology. The increased connectivity brought on by the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) allows for more real-time monitoring and adjustment of power, but with those benefits also comes greater risk.

Energy and Utilities 60

Energy and Utilities Risk Internet Internet 60

CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 3, 2021

We need to take user protection seriously, change the security paradigm, by studying and building protections around people and processes, rather than solely focusing on technology. It is the beginning of the end of the Internet as we know it and I think last year saw us taking many more steps in that direction. What more can be done?

Cybersecurity 136

Cybersecurity Energy and Utilities Social Engineering Phishing 136

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 7, 2023

Medical Technologies (Ultrasound machines, heart monitors, etc.) The Forescout Platform’s ability to work across a wide variety of technologies enables large sprawling enterprises to use a single solution to manage and control network access world wide. Virtual and cloud instances (containers, servers, routers, etc.)

IoT 98

IoT Technology Energy and Utilities Wireless 98

SecureList

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

The economic downturn (caused by energy prices, inflation, sanctions, etc.) Businesses most at risk are aerospace and defense contractors, as well as critical infrastructure operators (utilities such as water, electricity, and Internet, but also hospitals and operators of large cyber-physical systems such as dams).

Cybersecurity 145

Cybersecurity Cyber Insurance Cybercrime IoT 145

The Security Ledger

MAY 16, 2024

In this Spotlight Podcast, host Paul Roberts talks with Chris Walcutt, the CSO of DirectDefense about the rising cyber threats facing operational technology (OT) and how organizations that manage OT - including critical infrastructure owners can best manage increased cyber risks to OT environments. Read the whole entry. »

CSO 59

CSO Risk Energy and Utilities Social Engineering 59

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Digital technology and connected IoT devices have proliferated across industries and into our daily lives. Electric grid utilities are deploying smart meters to better correspond to consumers energy demands while lowering costs. Internet Of Things. Critical Success Factors to Widespread Deployment of IoT. Encryption.

IoT 96

IoT Manufacturing Energy and Utilities Data collection 96

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 16, 2022

More than 1,500 organizations worldwide spanning Financial Services, Defense, Manufacturing, Energy, Aerospace, and Transportation Systems trust OPSWAT to secure their files and devices; ensure compliance with industry and government-driven policies and regulations, and protect their reputation, finances,? networking infrastructure.

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Engineering Cybersecurity Energy and Utilities Software 124

SC Magazine

JUNE 15, 2021

“The Deloitte Cyber Detect and Respond Portal will provide access to cybersecurity threat and vulnerability advisories from Deloitte’s analysts who cover multiple industries,” said Josh Moulin, senior vice president, operations and security services at MS-ISAC, a division of the Center for Internet Security. of their tech spend toward cyber.

Government 72

Government Energy and Utilities Cyber threats Media 72

Centraleyes

JULY 15, 2024

Generative AI stands as one of the most transformative technologies of our era. The rise of generative AI brings forth notable risks that need careful management to ensure the technology benefits society without causing undue harm. At the same time, it enabled users of this new technology to reap it benefits.

Risk 52

Risk Energy and Utilities Technology Government 52

SecureList

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

The vulnerability is in MSHTML, the Internet Explorer engine. We have seen targeted attacks exploiting the vulnerability to target companies in research and development, the energy sector and other major industries, banking, the medical technology sector, as well as telecoms and IT.

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Malware Banking Energy and Utilities Accountability 134

SecureList

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Of the many industrial companies out there, APTs are likely to focus on: The military-industrial complex and aerospace industry — most likely for military and technological espionage purposes. Known vulnerabilities in internet-facing hardware are also sure to remain a popular penetration vector.

Spyware 139

Spyware Phishing Cybercrime Energy and Utilities 139

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 10, 2023

specifically states that the solution is best suited to the needs of network operators, internet service providers (ISPs), computer emergency response teams (CERTs), and domain registries. Though anyone can access this free collection of feeds and the detailed databases they produce, abuse.ch

Internet 96

Internet Internet Cybersecurity Malware 96

The Security Ledger

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

grid happened on March 5, 2019 when an unidentified actor attacked firewalls at an undisclosed utility that was part of the power grid in California, Utah and Wyoming. That incident made news in April after the utility reported it to the U.S. Department of Energy and was called “unprecedented.”

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Cyber Attacks Energy and Utilities Cyber Risk Firewall 40

SecureList

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Industroyer2 was discovered in the network of a Ukrainian energy provider, and it is very unlikely that the attacker would have been able to develop it without access to the same ICS equipment as used by the victim. Some of them were particularly sophisticated.

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DDOS Ransomware Government Energy and Utilities 145