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Chinese Hackers Breach US Wiretapping Data, Expose Vulnerabilities

eSecurity Planet

Companies like Verizon, AT&T, and Lumen Technologies were targeted in this attack, allowing unauthorized access to critical systems used for court-authorized wiretapping — a tool vital for law enforcement surveillance. law enforcement for surveillance purposes. The hackers, identified by U.S.

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IaaS Security: Top 8 Issues & Prevention Best Practices

eSecurity Planet

By exploring the top eight issues and preventative measures, as well as shedding light on the security benefits of IaaS, you can better secure your cloud security infrastructure. Automated Security Updates & Patching The underlying hardware and software infrastructure is managed and maintained by IaaS providers.

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The RAMBO Attack Explained: Risks, Implications, & Mitigations for RSA Security

eSecurity Planet

This stage often requires sophisticated software and algorithms to reconstruct the original information from weak, noisy electromagnetic signals. This includes using biometric access controls, security personnel, and surveillance systems to monitor and limit who can approach these systems.

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Linux Kernel Security Done Right

Google Security

Posted by Kees Cook, Software Engineer, Google Open Source Security Team To borrow from an excellent analogy between the modern computer ecosystem and the US automotive industry of the 1960s, the Linux kernel runs well: when driving down the highway, you're not sprayed in the face with oil and gasoline, and you quickly get where you want to go.

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Vulnerability Recap 7/8/24 – Intel, Cisco & More Face Risks

eSecurity Planet

These vulnerabilities affected diverse areas, including network infrastructure, software libraries, IoT devices, and even CPUs. July 2, 2024 Velvet Ant Exploits Zero-Day Flaw in Cisco NX-OS Software Type of vulnerability: Command injection.

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What Is Industrial Control System (ICS) Cyber Security?

eSecurity Planet

An ICS consists of hardware and software systems that monitor and control industrial equipment and processes. DCS integrates both hardware and software for process control and monitoring. Encryption and secure communication protocols: Protecting data in transit between ICS components.

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What Is a SaaS Security Checklist? Tips & Free Template

eSecurity Planet

Take a closer look at the SaaS vendor evaluation checklist below: IT Infrastructure Analysis This phase underscores the value of investing in IT infrastructure security. Cloud infrastructure security should specifically handle layers such as physical assets, applications, networks, and data for complete protection against security threats.

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