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Mollitiam Industries is the Newest Cyberweapons Arms Manufacturer

Schneier on Security

To evade detection, the malware makes use of the company’s so-called “invisible low stealth technology” and its Android product is advertised as having “low data and battery consumption” to prevent people from suspecting their phone or tablet has been infected.

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The Australian Government’s Manufacturing Objectives Rely on IT Capabilities

Tech Republic Security

The intent of the Future Made in Australia Act is to build manufacturing capabilities across all sectors, which will likely lead to more demand for IT skills and services.

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SmokeLoader Malware Resurfaces, Targeting Manufacturing and IT in Taiwan

The Hacker News

Taiwanese entities in manufacturing, healthcare, and information technology sectors have become the target of a new campaign distributing the SmokeLoader malware.

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A cyberattack disrupted operations of US chipmaker Microchip Technology

Security Affairs

Semiconductor manufacturer Microchip Technology announced that its operations were disrupted by a cyberattack. chipmaker Microchip Technology suffered a cyberattack that disrupted operations at several of its manufacturing plants. The chipmaker confirmed that the attack impacted its ability to fulfill orders.

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Cars are packed with technology, but they can still be hacked

Tech Republic Security

The threat to people's lives is terrifying, so auto manufacturers need to change their old-school strategies to protect people.

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10 Personal Finance Lessons for Technology Professionals

Troy Hunt

So here it is - 10 Personal Financial Lessons for Technology Professionals. For example, the ICT industry (Information, Communication, Technology) was the 5th highest paying with an average salary of $104,874 (dollars are Aussie, take off about 30% for USD). Intro: This Industry Rocks! Banking is below that. Medical even lower.

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Hacking Automobile Keyless Entry Systems

Schneier on Security

Suspected members of a European car-theft ring have been arrested : The criminals targeted vehicles with keyless entry and start systems, exploiting the technology to get into the car and drive away. The criminals targeted keyless vehicles from two French car manufacturers.

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