SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Among the key findings: Widespread vulnerabilities: The OIG's passive assessment revealed critical or high-risk vulnerabilities in 97 drinking water systems serving more than 26.6 Invest in security technology: Utilize advanced security technologies to protect critical infrastructure and data. million people.

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Centraleyes

DECEMBER 16, 2024

As we approach 2025, the cybersecurity landscape is evolving rapidly, shaped by technological advancements, regulatory shifts, and emerging threats. Tools like ChatGPT and Bard, powered by large language models, showcase how generative AI transforms business processesbut they also pose new risks. The challenge?

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 3, 2025

This platform will allow European manufacturers to securely report cyber vulnerabilities, helping governments and businesses respond quickly to threats before they become full-blown attacks. Tech sovereignty: Reducing dependence on external players A major motivation behind this investment is to reduce Europes reliance on foreign technology.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 8, 2023

Departments such as support, manufacturing, design, services, and delivery are enhanced by smart security measures, which allay distracting setbacks and increase the overall inertia. Business initiatives demand faster, more efficient outcomes and technology responds. Smarter security is the rising tide that lifts all ships.

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Schneier on Security

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

Due to ever-evolving technological advances, manufacturers are connecting consumer goods­ -- from toys to lightbulbs to major appliances­ -- to the internet at breakneck speeds. The Internet of Things fuses products with communications technology to make daily life more effortless. But software is different.

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The State of Security

OCTOBER 31, 2021

Before the revolution of Information Technology (IT), the world experienced the revolution of Operational Technology (OT). Operational Technology is the combination of hardware and software that controls and operates the physical mechanisms of industry.

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Joseph Steinberg

APRIL 25, 2023

It is hardly a secret that, for nearly 30 years, I have been warning about the danger posed to US national security by the simultaneous combination of our growing reliance on Chinese technology, and our general indifference to China’s huge technological “leaps forward” in the realm of cybersecurity.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 8, 2024

It is essential to understand the risks posed by quantum computing, as future advancements could compromise today's encrypted data, opening new opportunities for threat actors. Current efforts to address quantum threats Recognizing these risks, organizations and governments are developing quantum-resistant cryptographic methods.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 16, 2022

The same technologies that make supply chains faster and more effective also threaten their cybersecurity,” writes David Lukic , a privacy, security, and compliance consultant. Supply chains have vulnerabilities at touchpoints with manufacturers, suppliers, and other service providers.”.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 15, 2025

15, 2025, CyberNewswire — Quantum computing is set to revolutionize technology, but it also presents a significant security risk for financial institutions. “Wultra has cutting-edge technology that solves the nightmare of every banker in the world,” says Martin Drdul, co-founder of Tensor Ventures.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 28, 2022

The 5G technology appears to be perfect from a distance, with its grand claims of fostering efficient interconnectivity and speedy data transfers between people, objects, and devices. Whirlpool has started deploying the 5G technology; other reputable organizations like Samsung, Nokia, and Cisco jump in on the trend.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 16, 2025

With the increasing reliance on digital technologies for operational efficiency, this sector has become a prime target for sophisticated cyber and physical threats. Regularly updating and patching systems, including antivirus software, firewalls, and SCADA networks, can mitigate this risk.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 23, 2025

Industrial automation and operational technology (OT) are at a critical intersection where cybersecurity is not a "nice to have" but an essential component of system design and implementation. They emphasize trust in equipment from reputable manufacturers. "I It's all good, for the record," one engineer notes.

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Responsible Cyber

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

However, this dependence also introduces significant risks. Managing these risks—whether they stem from cybersecurity vulnerabilities, regulatory compliance, or operational disruptions—has become a top priority for organizations worldwide. Top Tools Provenance: A blockchain-based platform designed for supply chain transparency.

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CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

The evolution of cybercrime is weighing heavily on digital forensics and incident response (DFIR) teams, leading to significant burnout and potential regulatory risk. That’s according to the 2023 State of Enterprise DFIR survey by Magnet Forensics , a developer of digital investigation solutions.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 9, 2025

Key cybersecurity provisions Securing communications networks Five billion dollars is allocated to help local telecommunications providers replace potentially insecure Chinese technology (e.g., and European manufacturing capabilities have disappeared, leaving few safe manufacturing sources," Staynings said.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 29, 2024

One in four industrial enterprises had to temporarily cease operations due to cyberattacks within the past year, suggesting operational technology must improve. The post Industrial Enterprise Operational Technology Under Threat From Cyberattacks appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 28, 2022

The technological revolution of agriculture is here. Particularly in the context of climate change and a growing global population , the role of emerging technology in the farming industry will be critical to the success and thriving of future generations. This is where smart farming technology can help. With as much as $22.3

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 18, 2023

18, 2023 – Salvador Technologies , the pioneering cyber-attack recovery platform provider for critical infrastructures and industrial organizations, today announced that it has secured $6m in funding. Rehovot, Israel Dec.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

No matter where you look, today, technology plays a central and ever-increasing role in our lives. Whether that's in education, government, business, or industry, technology is omnipresent. It automates and orchestrates and helps drive speed and efficiency.

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Schneier on Security

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Claude’s reply: Here’s a brief summary of the key themes and arguments made in security expert Bruce Schneier’s book Beyond Fear: Thinking Sensibly About Security in an Uncertain World : Central Themes: Effective security requires realistic risk assessment, not fear-driven responses. Security theater manufactures consent.

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Schneier on Security

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

There is definitely a national security risk in buying computer infrastructure from a country you don't trust. Meanwhile, the chairman of China's technology giant Huawei has pointed to NSA spying disclosed by Edward Snowden as a reason to mistrust US technology companies. This is a complicated topic. Our enemies do it.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 17, 2025

Since its emergence in 2021, Medusa has targeted over 300 victims across various critical infrastructure sectors, including medical, education, legal, insurance, technology, and manufacturing. What is Medusa ransomware? Organizations must proactively implement robust cybersecurity measures to defend against such attacks.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

In the most recent campaign, the group targeted organizations in the communications, manufacturing, utility, transportation, construction, maritime, government, information technology, and education sectors. The Volt Typhoon group has been active since at least mid-2021 it carried out cyber operations against critical infrastructure.

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Schneier on Security

OCTOBER 12, 2018

The risks are about to get worse, because computers are being embedded into physical devices and will affect lives, not just our data. But the nature of how we use computers is changing, and that comes with greater security risks. The courts have traditionally not held software manufacturers liable for vulnerabilities.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

These are not uncommon risks. The devices themselves can’t be secured, but that doesn’t mean we can’t use basic IT techniques to reduce our security risks. However, before we dig into the technologies, let’s first examine why we need them. A hard-wired partner realizes a similar isolation, but uses different technology.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Consumers and organizations are enthused about the operational benefits of more robust mobile connectivity, but the shift to 5G networks doesn’t come without risks. Service providers and 5G-enabled device manufacturers both have critical roles to play in the success and sustainability of this wireless network rollout.

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SecureList

DECEMBER 9, 2024

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the critical risks posed by global IT disruptions and supply chain weaknesses. This case underscores the serious risk that social engineering and supply chain attacks pose to open-source projects. The issue serves as a reminder of the potential risks inherent in widely used software.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 31, 2023

This conclusion was reached after a comprehensive assessment of inverters from eight different manufacturers, revealing that none of them met even the basic security standards. It is crucial for manufacturers to actively play a role in offering products that comply with established photovoltaic cybersecurity standards.

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Schneier on Security

JUNE 8, 2021

Although sensitive military systems rely on domestically manufactured chips as part of the Trusted Foundry program, many military systems contain the same foreign chips and code that commercial systems do: just like everyone around the world uses the same mobile phones, networking equipment, and computer operating systems. weapons systems.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Sensitive Content Warnings is an optional feature that blurs images that may contain nudity before viewing, and when an image that may contain nudity is about to be sent or forwarded, it will remind users of the risks of sending nude imagery and preventing accidental shares.

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Centraleyes

MARCH 24, 2025

The act applies to both manufacturers and suppliers of software and hardware products sold within the EU. It establishes common cybersecurity rules for manufacturers and developers of products with digital elements, and it covers both hardware and software. What Risks Does the CRA Address?

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 20, 2025

enterprises embrace AI to boost productivity, accelerate decision-making, and automate workflows, to name a few benefits, cybercriminals are using the same technology to automate and scale more sophisticated attacks. Staying informed of the latest AI-driven security risks and their far-reaching business consequences is essential.

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 24, 2024

With the advent of new technologies and rising cyber threats , 2025 promises significant shifts in the cybersecurity domain. Quantum Computing Threats While quantum computing offers immense potential, it also poses a serious risk to traditional encryption methods.

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Digital Shadows

MARCH 17, 2025

The ransomware targets unpatched internet-facing servers, impacting systems across 70+ countries in sectors like critical infrastructure, health care, governments, education, technology, manufacturing, and small- to medium-sized businesses. This threat hunt identifies accounts at risk of this attack vector.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 1, 2024

Last Watchdog engaged Davinder Singh , Chief Technology Officer at Adaptiva, to drill down on the current state of securing networks. Singh: One example is a large tire manufacturer that operates multiple production plants globally, each with its own production schedule. Here’s that exchange, edited for clarity and length.

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Digital Shadows

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Key Findings During the reporting period (August 1, 2024January 31, 2025), the manufacturing sector faced a turbulent threat landscape: Attackers ramped up their abuse of remote external services software, used impersonating domains for targeted spearphishing attacks, and continued to target the sector with ransomware.

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