The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

One critical issue faced by organizations that rely on Exchange Server is the risk of a corrupt Exchange Server database cropping up. Navigating new risks Today, heavy reliance on cloud-centric IT infrastructure and cloud-hosted applications has become the norm. Here are a few ‘dos:’ •Rigorous vulnerability management.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Thales Introduces Data Risk Intelligence, Bringing Organizations Risk Profile Front and Center madhav Tue, 12/03/2024 - 09:32 When Thales finalized the acquisition of Imperva in January 2024, our aim was clear: to empower organizations to protect data and secure all paths to it. Want to dive deeper?

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 3, 2024

The extensions are capable of hooking into login events to redirect users to a page disguised as a password manager login. Ramachandran Vivek Ramachandran , Founder & CEO of SquareX , warned about the mounting risks: “Browser extensions are a blind spot for EDR/XDR and SWGs have no way to infer their presence. Singapore, Oct.

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Schneier on Security

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

This is a current list of where and when I am scheduled to speak: I’m keynoting CIISec Live —an all-online event—September 15-16, 2021. I’m speaking at the fourth annual Managing Cyber Risk from the C-Suite conference—a virtual event conducted through Webex—on October 5, 2021. Details to come.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 17, 2023

Here are a few of the top security weaknesses that threaten organizations today: Poor risk management. A lack of a risk management program or support from senior management is a glaring weakness in your cybersecurity strategy. Logging events is the first step in understanding which services or systems are used within an organization.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 23, 2024

“The SEC’s order against Unisys finds that the company described its risks from cybersecurity events as hypothetical despite knowing that it had experienced two SolarWinds-related intrusions involving exfiltration of gigabytes of data. ” reads the press release published by SEC.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 23, 2024

As small businesses increasingly depend on digital technologies to operate and grow, the risks associated with cyber threats also escalate. INE Security recommends establishing a routine for updating and patching software, which can significantly reduce the risk of a breach. Cary, NC, Oct.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Shashanka Dr. Madhu Shashanka , Chief Data Scientist, Concentric AI Generative AI in 2025 will bring transformative opportunities but heightened cybersecurity risks, including data exposure, AI misuse, and novel threats like prompt injection attacks. Organizations face rising risks of AI-driven social engineering and personal device breaches.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 12, 2024

We're primed to face another Y2K-like event: Q-Day, the point at which quantum computers become capable of breaking traditional encryption, totally upending security as we know it. The post Q-Day Prepping: What Businesses Can Do Now to Address Quantum Security Risks appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Joseph Steinberg

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Join Bonnie Stith, former Director of the CIA’s Center for Cyber Intelligence , and and Joseph Steinberg, renowned cybersecurity expert witness and columnist , for a special, free educational webinar, Best Practices for Asset Risk Management in Hospitals. The discussion will cover: * How IT asset risks have evolved.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

From identity theft to greater oversight on risk management, internal IT teams will be taking the brunt of these incoming regulations. Other tactics firms can employ include the adoption of new tools such as security incident and event monitoring (SIEM), real-time vulnerability scanning, endpoint detection and response (EDR) and many others.

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Joseph Steinberg

JULY 23, 2024

During this webinar, you will learn how this global outage happened, what other security risks may be on the horizon, what lessons we can all learn from recent events, and what individuals, businesses, and governments can do to avoid similar disasters in the future.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 3, 2023

Even events like the World Cup are being used by cyber criminals to target unsuspecting victims through things like fake streaming sites designed to steal private information. With more and more people working remotely, unsecured home or public WiFi networks represent a security risk not only to individuals but to their companies as well.

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Joseph Steinberg

JULY 8, 2021

Ironically, while many larger enterprises purchase insurance to protect themselves against catastrophic levels of hacker-inflicted damages, smaller businesses – whose cyber-risks are far greater than those of their larger counterparts – rarely have adequate (or even any) coverage.

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Schneier on Security

AUGUST 21, 2023

Interested would-be competitors can now submit their proposals to the Small Business Innovation Research program for evaluation and, eventually, selected teams will participate in a 2024 “qualifying event.” In other words: the government wants software that is capable of identifying and mitigating risks by itself.

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Troy Hunt

MARCH 15, 2020

That sucks for you because you end up both missing out on events and sooner or later, suffering from cabin fever (I've always found that difficult across many years of remote work). It also sucks for companies like NDC Conferences whose entire livelihood is running the very events that people are now avoiding at all costs. Crisitunity!

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Troy Hunt

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

helps you quickly secure your AD passwords and reduce the risk of Credential Stuffing. The headline figure out of that post IMHO is that only 2.3% of websites are forcing all connections to be secure courtesy of HSTS preload and the fact that browsers still default to the insecure scheme. More on that (and much more) in this week's update.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Proactive monitoring of Windows event logs, specifically from the “Microsoft-Windows-BitLocker-API/Management” source, can help organizations detect early stages of BitLocker attacks, such as when attackers test encryption capabilities. ” concludes the report.

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Adam Levin

JUNE 4, 2021

Practice the 3Ms: Minimize your risk of exposure: Don’t take unnecessary risks and invest in cyber defenses and education. Manage the damage: Plan ahead in the event of a successful cyberattack and have a cyber liability insurance plan to help offset the costs. . We are in the midst of an ongoing ransomware epidemic.

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Duo's Security Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Most recently, in December of 2024, we attended the Gartner IAM conference interoperability event, where we demonstrated the power of Shared Signals in detecting and preventing session theft, a top security concern for our customers. With Cisco Secure Access, Shared Signals can help Duo communicate risk to cut off access to the network.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 16, 2022

This complexity can be compounded by the effects of world events like COVID-19 or a war, resulting in manufacturing slowdowns and lockdowns. Such events have led to parts shortages that force the use of older and less-secure replacement parts to meet schedules, which emphasizes the need for innovation and for additional suppliers.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Originating from the conferences events located at the Las Vegas Convention Center ; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The post DEF CON 32 – How State Laws Meant to Protect Children Raise Other Risks appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Affairs

JULY 25, 2024

According to the latest risk assessment published by Resecurity, terrorist groups are increasingly using cyberspace and digital communication channels to plan and execute attacks, as well as to conduct recruitment and establish anonymous communication channels (using apps like Session and their alternatives).

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Jane Frankland

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Attending their annual global event series, SHIFT , in London recently, he redefined the future of business resilience in his keynote address and positioned the concept of continuous business—a ground-breaking state of perpetual availability and robustness which revolves around four pivotal elements: 1.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

The risks are real, and the impact of cybersecurity events continues to grow. A cyber catastrophe may seem inevitable, but there are basic practices and actionable steps any healthcare organization can take to begin reducing the clear and present risk of being impacted by a cybersecurity event. Evaluate data inventory.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 16, 2024

All kidding aside, in a bizarre turn of events, owners of robot vacuums across the U.S. Smart home users should stay vigilant, update device software regularly, and implement network security best practices to mitigate risks. What did the robot vacuum say to its homeowner? have reported that their devices have been hacked.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 5, 2025

This terribly unfortunate event is a good example of how cybersecurity matters to every company that depends on digital technology - even if it is to run your books or manage your logistics. It is a dynamic adversarial endeavor where risk must be continually managed. It is not just a technical problem that can be solved!

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IT Security Guru

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The risk posed by these actors continues to grow as nations rely increasingly on interconnected digital infrastructure. The effects of rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and resource shortages contribute to instability worldwide. Conclusion The scope of national security threats today is broader and more complex than ever.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 30, 2024

While this article focuses on handling data breaches, a comprehensive Business Continuity Plan (BCP) encompasses a broad spectrum of risks, including pandemics, natural disasters, financial instability, and human errors. These instructions ensure that every team understands their role in mitigating risks and expediting recovery.

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Troy Hunt

JANUARY 19, 2023

Tickets to entertainment events is one example of sniping, the same thing happens when other products launch with insufficient supply to meet demand, for example Nike shoes. The best illustration I can give is how Stripe defines risk by assessing a multitude of fraud factors.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 29, 2024

ZAGG announced the implementation of security measures to minimize the risk of a similar event occurring in the future. “If you believe there was fraudulent use of your information as a result of this event and would like to discuss how you may be able to resolve those issues, please reach out to an Experian agent. .

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 21, 2024

In contrast, more mature organizations quantify risk, comparing the original risk against the cost of the solution and the residual risk after deployment to decide whether to proceed with the purchase. Some focus on the solution's problem-solving capabilities, suitability, and efficacy.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 27, 2022

The FBI recently issued a warning that ransomware gangs are targeting companies during “time-sensitive financial events”, such as mergers and acquisitions. So what are some of the specific security risks and challenges that organizations face and best practices to help close the cybersecurity gap in each stage? Post-Close Risks.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

The group has been observed leaking stolen data, potentially putting individuals and businesses at risk. When events like this happen, it is a good time for us as cyber practitioners and leaders to reflect on your organization," said Reanna Schultz , Founder of CyberSpeak Labs LLC and host of the Defenders in Lab Coats podcast.

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Hacker's King

OCTOBER 26, 2024

Activities during this week include engaging workshops, informative webinars, and community events, all designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate today’s cyber threats effectively. This practice minimizes the impact of data loss, especially in the event of ransomware attacks or hardware failures.

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Schneier on Security

JUNE 4, 2021

It’s not just an interdisciplinary event; most of the people here are individually interdisciplinary. Our goal is always to maximize discussion and interaction. We do that by putting everyone on panels, and limiting talks to six to eight minutes, with the rest of the time for open discussion.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

The leak includes work logs, DevOps commands, API data, and network configs with hardcoded credentials, posing security risks to TopSec and its customers. Severe monitoring events are flagged and shared on WeChat for internal handling, raising privacy concerns due to China’s cybersecurity laws. ” concludes the report.”The

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