Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

The Australian government has given itself an enormous surveillance tool. Spy Powers Coming Here—via Australia appeared first on Security Boulevard. Five Eyes means that rules in Oz can be used here, too. The post Secret Govt.

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Webroot

MARCH 9, 2021

By default, DNS traffic is unencrypted, allowing internet service providers and other third parties to monitor website requests, surveil browsing habits, and even duplicate web servers to redirect traffic. However, cybercriminals can also use legal DNS traffic surveillance to their advantage.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Permalink The post USENIX Security ’23 – ‘Sneaky Spy Devices And Defective Detectors: The Ecosystem Of Intimate Partner Surveillance With Covert Devices’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. Originating from the conference’s events situated at the Anaheim Marriott ; and via the organizations YouTube channel.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 22, 2021

Earlier in July, a group of security researchers revealed that they had been working together to uncover a widespread surveillance of journalists, politicians, government officials, chief executives, and human rights activists.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

The APT32 also targeted peripheral network security and technology infrastructure corporations, and security firms that may have connections with foreign investors. “This unlawful surveillance violates the right to privacy and stifles freedom of expression.”

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 3, 2019

British antimalware and network security vendor Sophos refers to this new tactic as “automated, active attacks.” Sophos Senior Security Advisor John Shier broke it down for me. Acohido is dedicated to fostering public awareness about how to make the Internet as private and secure as it ought to be. I’ll keep watch.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 11, 2023

Two previous decisions had been struck down by the EU’s judicial branch, due to the risk of NSA surveillance under FISA§702. The post EU-US data transfers back in hotseat: Security of user data adds to privacy concerns appeared first on Security Boulevard. The Europeans say a new agreement with the U.S.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

These allegations, which were made via China's official WeChat account , claim that the Tailored Access Operations (TAO) unit of the NSA conducted cyberattacks in 2009 and maintained continuous surveillance on Huawei's servers.

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Google Security

AUGUST 8, 2023

Hardening network security on Android The Android Security Model assumes that all networks are hostile to keep users safe from network packet injection, tampering, or eavesdropping on user traffic. We will also continue to partner with academic institutions to solve complex problems in network security.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Google pulled several ads for violating its policy against promoting “ stalkerware ,” surveillance apps that encourage users to spy on their spouses or significant others. We do not allow ads promoting spyware for partner surveillance,” a Google spokesperson told TechCrunch. “We

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 21, 2022

From facial recognition to surveillance cameras to time trackers or just having a couple guys standing over employees’ shoulders, there are a multitude of ways to make sure employees are staying on-task and being productive. Want to Make Sure Remote Workers Can Access Your Network Securely?

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 12, 2021

The post The Future of Drone Terrorism on Display Today appeared first on Security Boulevard. Continue reading The Future of Drone Terrorism on Display Today ?.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

The scary part of the story is that a private surveillance firm was aware of the zero-day flaw since at least two years and is actively exploiting the SimJacker vulnerability to spy on mobile users in several countries.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

The Cloud Computing Excellence Awards recognize companies and products that most effectively deliver network security through cloud platforms and provide security for cloud based applications. INFINITY is a state of the art malware and vulnerability remediation service featuring unique, patent-pending technology.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 5, 2022

Under our current system that relies on TCP/IP and HTTP (and increasingly HTTPS), whenever a user types a URL into an address bar in their web browser, multiple security risks are present. “There are so many security risks up the stack,” Muffett said. ” Muffett continued: It’s from you to them, end-to-end secure.”

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Chicago CyberSecurity Training

MAY 23, 2024

At Southside CHI Solutions , we’re dedicated to keeping your IT and network security in top shape. Lack of Monitoring : Insufficient monitoring allows threats to remain undetected, enabling persistent access and long-term surveillance. What’s the Latest?

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

This paragraph caught my attention, as I’ve been trying to shift the discussion from surveillance to debt capitalism. What does this algorithm-industrial complex look like and who is involved?

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SC Magazine

JUNE 24, 2021

Fortunately, there are options for businesses looking to strike a balance between network security and employee privacy. Companies may also want to set policies that limit how much and specifically what employee data is actually collected, while also prohibiting excessive forms of surveillance – especially visual monitoring.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Ransomware can cripple essential functions until a ransom is paid, while malware may lead to unauthorized control or surveillance of the system. This separation reduces the risk of lateral movement by attackers and protects critical control systems from broader network threats.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 24, 2022

The attack may attack video surveillance, closed-circuit TV, or IP camera positioned in a location with a line of sight with the transmitting computer. ". Dr. Guri highlights the fact that in March 2021 a group of hackers was able to successfully compromise a Silicon Valley startup that worked with security cameras.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

They walked me through how Project Furnace began as a quest to improve the output of SIEM (security information and event management) systems.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 24, 2024

Implement Security Controls Following NIST’s cloud security model, develop policies, methods, and technology for protecting cloud assets, such as access control, encryption, and network security. Evaluate cloud providers’ security features.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Citizens, for their part, are increasingly concerned with surveillance capitalism , a lack of anonymity and dependence on online services. Governments in many countries push for easier identification of Internet users to fight cybercrime, as well as “traditional” crime coordinated online.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

By using the provider’s knowledge and resources, enterprises may have access to best practices and sophisticated security features without needing in-house security expertise. Automated Security Updates & Patching The underlying hardware and software infrastructure is managed and maintained by IaaS providers.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 29, 2024

The design company will install surveillance cameras and data loss prevention (DLP) technology to monitor physical and digital theft attempts. The 911 call center will use weather forecasts to predict power outages and network monitoring software to watch for both operations and security issues to computer and phone systems.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2022

Company Sector Year Status Abnormal Security Cloud email security 2019 Private Sqreen Application security 2019 Acquired: Datadog Demisto SOAR 2018 Acquired by PAN Skyhigh Cloud security 2012 Acquired: McAfee OpenDNS Internet security 2009 Acquired: Cisco Palo Alto Networks Cloud and network security 2006 NYSE: PANW.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 20, 2023

Vulnerabilities that could potentially be used by attackers to obtain unauthorized network access, steal data, or harm a system or network are identified and analyzed using a variety of tools and technologies.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 27, 2023

. “Despite recent struggles of some high-profile vendors, we assess with moderate confidence that there continues to be a very active and vibrant market for third-party malware, particularly surveillance tools, across the globe,” the researchers wrote.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022

Identity, citizenship, and surveillance are all societal concerns. They convert the data into templates that, even if leaked or breached, cannot be used to hack an account. The use of biometrics also comes with ethical and legal costs. The risk of misuse is significant.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 4, 2024

March 1, 2024 HikVision Warns of Security Management System Vulnerability Type of vulnerability: Insufficient server-side validation. The problem: HikVision’s HikCentral Professional security management system controls related surveillance equipment and contains both a high (CVSS 7.5) and a medium (CVSS 4.3) level vulnerability.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

A VPN encrypts the connection between your device and your company’s network, protecting sensitive data from unauthorized access. For IT professionals managing remote teams, VPNs are essential for maintaining network security across various locations. Protect your data today and ensure a safer, more secure online experience.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 20, 2020

Whether piercing the network security perimeter is accomplished via a sophisticated code injection into trusted software or the simple click of a well written phishing email, the result is the same. The weakest link in the security chain is the people who manage, administer and operate their computer systems. System Auditing.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The post FBI’s Warrantless Spying on US Must Continue, Says FBI appeared first on Security Boulevard. Privacy, schmivacy: FBI head Christopher Wray (pictured) doesn’t see what all the fuss is about. Just renew FISA section 702 already!

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Security Boulevard

JULY 23, 2024

The post EFF Angry as Google Keeps 3rd-Party Cookies in Chrome appeared first on Security Boulevard. Regulatory capture by stealth? Google changes its mind about third-party tracking cookies—we’re stuck with them for the foreseeable.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 21, 2024

Reporting: Allows for thorough monitoring and management of password strength, credential sharing, permissions, zero-trust network security access, and dark web exposure. 5 Security: 4.4/5 Dashlane uses thorough breach scanning to provide password health scores, security alerts, and dark web monitoring. 5 Pricing: 2.2/5

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SC Magazine

MAY 7, 2021

Recently, a group of hackers located the super admin credentials for security camera company Verkada, and gained access to Verkada customers’ surveillance cameras , including Tesla and the Madison County Jail. Existing security technologies are not effective in protecting SaaS applications.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

I❤️POE: Does your home security need a rethink? The post ALERT: Thieves❤️Wi-Fi Camera Jammers appeared first on Security Boulevard. Wireless cameras are kinda useless, say cops.

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