India’s payments regulator is set to decide as early as Monday whether to curb the dominance of Walmart’s PhonePe and Google in the nation’s fast-growing mobile payments market, a move that could reshape how its billion-plus population moves money. The decision centers on UPI, or Unified Payments Interface, a network backed by more than 50…
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Crypto industry groups sue IRS over broker reporting rule
Three crypto industry groups — the DeFi Education Fund, the Blockchain Association, and the Texas Blockchain Council — are suing the Internal Revenue Service to block new regulations that require decentralized finance (DeFi) entities to report customer information. The IRS has been finalizing crypto tax regulations as part of the Biden Administration’s Infrastructure Investment and…
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16 Chrome Extensions Hacked, Exposing Over 600,000 Users to Data Theft
A new attack campaign has targeted known Chrome browser extensions, leading to at least 16 extensions being compromised and exposing over 600,000 users to data exposure and credential theft. The attack targeted publishers of browser extensions on the Chrome Web Store via a phishing campaign and used their access permissions to insert malicious code into…
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Cut costs, cut middlemen – Omnata makes moving data a snap so you can focus on results
Smart solutions need data, lots of it. Any substantial organisation has far-flung data everywhere, but Omnata can be your solution to centralising it all in Snowflake.
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Aussie startups Aerologix and Soar Unite to build the world’s ‘largest digital Atlas’ – ‘100x better than Google Earth’
COMPANY NEWS: Australian drone technology company Aerologix has announced a strategic partnership with digital mapping platform Soar to create what Aerologix says is set to become the world’s most extensive library of high-quality drone imagery and maps.
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DEF CON 32 – How State Laws Meant to Protect Children Raise Other Risks
Authors/Presenters: Anthony Hendricks Our sincere appreciation to DEF CON, and the Authors/Presenters for publishing their erudite DEF CON 32 content. Originating from the conference’s 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…
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Malware botnets exploit outdated D-Link routers in recent attacks
Two botnets tracked as ‘Ficora’ and ‘Capsaicin’ have recorded increased activity in targeting D-Link routers that have reached end of life or are running outdated firmware versions. […]
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No reward for being loyal: Australians urged to shop around for a better value electricity plan
The ACCC is urging consumers to shop around or at least to contact their electricity provider to ask if a cheaper electricity plan is available, following a decline in retail electricity prices in 2024 that many households are not currently benefiting from.
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Africa’s newest fintech unicorns are winning by keeping their feet on the ground
Africa’s tech ecosystem just got a boost of attention, with South Africa’s TymeBank and Nigeria’s Moniepoint both raising funds in recent weeks at valuations of over $1 billion and joining the coveted unicorn pantheon. But those valuations don’t just reflect investor confidence. They signal the success they’ve had in taking disruptive fintech models originally developed…
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Permira’s Brian Ruder talks AI, Squarespace acquisition, and the value of co-leadership
It has been a busy year in the private equity realm, with countless big-money acquisitions unfolding. The take-private space specifically has seen some sizable transactions, with private equity firms spearheading more than a dozen billion-dollar deals for public tech companies. London-headquartered Permira was a key protagonist, joining Blackstone to acquire European online classifieds group Adevinta…
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Things to Try: Our 9 Top Tech Tips for You
Here’s the best hands-on advice from Joanna Stern’s Tech Things newsletter this past year.
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Anomaly Detection for Cybersecurity
A long promising approach comes of age I won’t revisit the arguments for anomaly detection as a crucial piece of cybersecurity. We’ve seen waves of anomaly detection over the years — and CISA, DARPA, Gartner, and others have explained the value of anomaly detection. As rules-based detections show their age and attackers adopt AI to accelerate their innovation,…
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Google CEO says AI model Gemini will the company’s ‘biggest focus’ in 2025
CEO Sundar Pichai reportedly told Google employees that 2025 will be a “critical” year for the company. CNBC reports that it obtained audio from a December 18 strategy meeting where Pichai and other executives put on ugly holiday sweaters and laid out their priorities for the coming year. “I think 2025 will be critical,” Pichai…
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Innovation in API Security: What’s New
So, What’s the Deal with Recent API Security Innovations? As companies across the spectrum of industries including finance, healthcare, travel, and more intensify their adoption of digital technologies, there’s an undeniable need for robust security measures to protect their assets in the cloud. More than ever, Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and Secrets Security Management are emerging…
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Gain Relief with Strategic Secret Governance
Why is Efficient Secret Governance Essential? Have you ever pondered the importance of strategic secret governance and what it means to your cybersecurity strategy? In the evolving landscape of threats and vulnerabilities, it’s essential to consider new facets of security, such as managing Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and secrets. NHIs are machine identities used in cybersecurity,…
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Trump asks Supreme Court to pause imminent TikTok ban
Attorneys representing President-elect Donald Trump have asked the Supreme Court to pause a law that would force TikTok-owner ByteDance to sell the short-form video app or see it banned from the United States. If the app isn’t sold, the ban is set to take effect in just a few weeks, on January 19. ByteDance is…
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Hackers steal ZAGG customers’ credit cards in third-party breach
ZAGG Inc. is informing customers that their credit card data has been exposed to unauthorized individuals after hackers compromised a third-party application provided by the company’s e-commerce provider, BigCommerce. […]
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DEF CON 32 – XR for All: Accessibility and Privacy for Disabled Users
Authors/Presenters: Dylan Fox Our sincere appreciation to DEF CON, and the Authors/Presenters for publishing their erudite DEF CON 32 content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Las Vegas Convention Center; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The post DEF CON 32 – XR for All: Accessibility and Privacy for Disabled Users appeared…
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How to watch CES 2025’s press conferences
CES kicks off January 7. The annual Las Vegas event sets the tone of the year’s consumer electronics and automotive industries. As always, TechCrunch will be there, sniffing stories from the most exciting startups and tech giants. If you really want a piece of the action without paying for the hotel and flight, many of…
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Best iPad apps for unleashing and exploring your creativity
There are a number of iPad apps that can help you explore and express your creativity. Although the iPad started off as a simple device that could be used to stream content or browse the web on the go, Apple has essentially turned its iPads into powerful machines that can be used to do things…
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Customer data from 800,000 electric cars and owners exposed online
Volkswagen’s automotive software company, Cariad, exposed data collected from around 800,000 electric cars. The info could be linked to drivers’ names and reveal precise vehicle locations. […]
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Revisiting the biggest moments in the space industry in 2024
We are at the dawn of a new space age. If you doubt, simply look back at the last year: From SpaceX’s historic catch of the Super Heavy booster to the record-breaking number of lunar landing attempts, this year was full of historic and ambitious missions and demonstrations. We’re taking a look back at the…
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15,000+ Four-Faith Routers Exposed to New Exploit Due to Default Credentials
A high-severity flaw impacting select Four-Faith routers has come under active exploitation in the wild, according to new findings from VulnCheck. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-12856 (CVSS score: 7.2), has been described as an operating system (OS) command injection bug affecting router models F3x24 and F3x36. The severity of the shortcoming is lower due to…
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The Exploitation of AI: A Dystopian Future or a Call to Action?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the world around us. From self-driving cars to facial recognition software, AI is already having a profound impact on our lives. But as AI continues to evolve, so too does the potential for its exploitation. The Exploitation of AI: A Dystopian Future or a Call to Action? Artificial…
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Geek Guy Podcast:PEPs – New type of Privacy Invasion for Politicians
Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs). PEPs, defined as individuals holding prominent public positions, along with their close associates and family, are subject to enhanced scrutiny due to their higher risk of involvement in money laundering or terrorism financing. The guidelines outline three PEP categories (domestic, foreign, and international organization) and procedures for…
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Geek Guy Podcast:AI’s Impact on Cybersecurity
AI’s Impact on Cybersecurity The Podcast “The Dawn of AI: A Bittersweet Future for Security Practitioners” from Geek-Guy.com discusses the dual impact of artificial intelligence on cybersecurity. AI offers significant advantages, such as enhanced threat detection and automated incident response, but also presents serious risks, including more sophisticated attacks and AI-driven cybercrime. The piece emphasizes…
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The Dawn of AI: A Bittersweet Future for Security Practitioners
The dawn of artificial intelligence (AI) is upon us, and its implications for the field of cybersecurity are both exciting and daunting. On one hand, AI offers the potential to revolutionize the way we approach security, automating tasks, detecting threats more efficiently, and responding to incidents with greater speed and precision. On the other hand,…
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Trump Asks Supreme Court to Pause TikTok Shutdown
The president-elect says the potential ban of the social-media giant can be avoided through negotiated resolution.
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Reassured Compliance in Multi-Cloud Environments
The Surefire Path to Reassured Security in Cloud Environments Is your organization grappling with the challenge of maintaining security in complex multi-cloud environments? Non-Human Identity (NHI) and secrets management may just be the silver bullet you need. A sophisticated and comprehensive approach to data management, this methodology arms cybersecurity professionals with advanced tools and strategies…
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Budget-Friendly Security Solutions That Work
Are You Adopting Cost-Effective Security Protocols? As a cybersecurity specialist, you might have often questioned how you could manage your security measures effectively without breaking your budget. When handling Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and Secrets Security Management, cost-effectiveness is a key aspect that cannot be overlooked. However, did you know that you can achieve budget-friendly security…
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Bench shuts down, leaving thousands of businesses without access to accounting and tax docs
Bench, a Canada-based accounting startup that offered software-as-a-service for small and medium businesses, has abruptly shut down, according to a notice posted on its website. “We regret to inform you that as of December 27, 2024, the Bench platform will no longer be accessible,” the notice reads. “We know this news is abrupt and may…
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Nonprofit group joins Elon Musk’s effort to block OpenAI’s for-profit transition
Encode, the nonprofit org that co-sponsored California’s ill-fated SB 1047 AI safety legislation, has requested permission to file an amicus brief in support of Elon Musk’s injunction to halt OpenAI’s transition to a for-profit. In a proposed brief submitted to the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California Friday afternoon, counsel for Encode…
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Best of 2024: AT&T Says 110M Customers’ Data Leaked — Yep, it’s Snowflake Again
Should’ve used MFA: $T loses yet more customer data—this time, from almost all of them. The post Best of 2024: AT&T Says 110M Customers’ Data Leaked — Yep, it’s Snowflake Again appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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White House links ninth telecom breach to Chinese hackers
A White House official has added a ninth U.S. telecommunications company to the list of telecoms breached in a Chinese hacking campaign that impacted dozens of countries. […]
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Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon will face fraud charges in the U.S.
Do Kwon, the co-founder of collapsed cryptocurrency startup Terraform Labs, will be extradited from Montenegro to the U.S. to face federal fraud charges, as first reported by Bloomberg. Kwon faces charges in both the U.S. and South Korea; Terraform Labs’ TerraUSD and Luna cryptocurrencies crashed in 2022, causing investors to lose over $40 billion. Terraform…
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The trends that shaped EVs, robotaxis, and electric flight in 2024
If there was one phrase that captured the vibe and theme of 2024 — at least in the transportation sector — it was business whiplash. Legacy automakers changed direction on their all-EVs-or-bust strategy, startups pivoted, and some Silicon Valley VCs and executives adjusted their views to a changing political landscape, in which they now are…
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Cyberhaven says it was hacked to publish a malicious update to its Chrome extension
The data-loss startup says it was targeted as part of a “wider campaign to target Chrome extension developers.” © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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Why DeepSeek’s new AI model thinks it’s ChatGPT
Earlier this week, DeepSeek, a well-funded Chinese AI lab, released an “open” AI model that beats many rivals on popular benchmarks. The model, DeepSeek V3, is large but efficient, handling text-based tasks like coding and writing essays with ease. It also seems to think it’s ChatGPT. Posts on X — and TechCrunch’s own tests —…
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White House: Salt Typhoon hacks possible because telecoms lacked basic security measures
The White House said Friday that as the U.S. government continues to assess the damage caused by the Salt Typhoon hacks, the breach occurred in large part due to telecommunications companies failing to implement rudimentary cybersecurity measures across their IT infrastructure. Anne Neuberger, the White House’s deputy national security adviser for cyber and emerging technology,…
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Lyft says San Francisco overcharged it $100 million in taxes
Lyft is suing the city of San Francisco, claiming the city unfairly charged the rideshare company over $100 million in taxes. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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LG mounts planters on a lamp for apartment growing
LG may have the earliest big press conference of CES, but the Korean electronics giant still can’t help announcing a bunch of products ahead of the show. As ever, the pile of news is a mixed bag with a few interesting additions. These plant lamps undoubtedly qualify as the latter. Details on the products —…
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Watch this four-legged robot adapt to tricky situations like an animal
Researchers at the University of Leeds recently demonstrated a framework for a quadruped robot with a design inspired by the bio-mechanics of four-legged animals. The versatile robot is able to navigate complex environments, maintain stability on uneven ground, and recover after a fall — all without the use of extra-perceptive sensors. © 2024 TechCrunch. All…
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Detection Engineering: A Case Study
In this blog post, we will explore the intricate world of detection engineering. We’ll start by examining the inputs and outputs of detection engineering, and then we’ll illustrate the detection engineering lifecycle. The post Detection Engineering: A Case Study appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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North Korean Hackers Deploy OtterCookie Malware in Contagious Interview Campaign
North Korean threat actors behind the ongoing Contagious Interview campaign have been observed dropping a new JavaScript malware called OtterCookie. Contagious Interview (aka DeceptiveDevelopment) refers to a persistent attack campaign that employs social engineering lures, with the hacking crew often posing as recruiters to trick individuals looking for potential job opportunities into
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Best iPad apps to boost productivity and make your life easier
There are many iPad apps to help you organize recipes; sync tasks across devices; be more productive; and manage your notes. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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MAGA vs. Musk: Immigration Fight Cracks Populist-Tech Bro Alliance
Tesla CEO’s argument to welcome high-skilled immigrants stokes worries about foreigners taking American jobs.
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Hackers exploit DoS flaw to disable Palo Alto Networks firewalls
Palo Alto Networks is warning that hackers are exploiting the CVE-2024-3393 denial of service vulnerability to disable firewall protections by forcing it to reboot. […]
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Canvas fingerprinting in the wild
Every day, your computer renders dozens of these without you even noticing. Strange patterns, colorful shapes, and emojis—what do you think these are? These are canvas fingerprints, a technique used by the vast majority of websites to fingerprint devices and distinguish humans from bots. What you might not The post Canvas fingerprinting in the wild…
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Top 6 Vendor Risk Management Software for MSPs in 2025
Managing third-party risks is becoming more critical for managed service providers (MSPs) as cybersecurity threats evolve. Vendor risk management (VRM) software simplifies this process, helping MSPs assess, monitor, and mitigate risks associated with third-party vendors. Explore six of the best vendor risk management tools to streamline compliance, enhance security, or protect your client’s sensitive data.…
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Want a cheap EV? Hertz is handing out discounts to renters
Hertz has been contacting people who are in the middle of renting electric vehicles recently to offer them the option to buy the car instead of returning it, reports The Verge. And the offers are pretty sweet, according to some renters who shared the offers on Reddit. One renter was reportedly offered a 2023 Chevy…
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Cybersecurity firm’s Chrome extension hijacked to steal users’ data
At least five Chrome extensions were compromised in a coordinated attack where a threat actor injected code that steals sensitive information from users. […]
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OpenAI lays out its for-profit transition plans
OpenAI says its corporate structure must evolve to advance its mission of ensuring artificial general intelligence (AGI) — AI that can complete most tasks humans can — benefits all humanity. OpenAI currently has a for-profit org controlled by a nonprofit, with a “capped profit” share for investors and employees. But in a blog post published…
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Best of 2024: CVE-2024-38063: An In-Depth Look at the Critical Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
In a recent security advisory, Microsoft disclosed a high-severity vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-38063. This critical Remote Code Execution (RCE) flaw, rated with a CVSS score of 9.8, poses a significant… The post CVE-2024-38063: An In-Depth Look at the Critical Remote Code Execution Vulnerability appeared first on Strobes Security. The post Best of 2024: CVE-2024-38063: An…
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Record-breaking ransoms and breaches: A timeline of ransomware in 2024
From LoanDepot to Evolve Bank and Blue Yonder, these ransomware attacks affect tens of millions of people. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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Hackers Are Hot for Water Utilities
The US water sector suffered a stream of cyberattacks over the past year and half, from a mix of cybercriminals, hacktivists, and nation-state hacking teams. Here’s how the industry and ICS/OT security experts are working to better secure vulnerable drinking and wastewater utilities.
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Defining & Defying Cybersecurity Staff Burnout
Sometimes it feels like burnout is an inevitable part of working in cybersecurity. But a little bit of knowledge can help you and your staff stay healthy.
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Quantum Computing Advances in 2024 Put Security In Spotlight
The work on quantum computing hit some major milestones in 2024, making the path to a workable quantum computer seem closer than ever. Google, Microsoft, and other research efforts hit significant milestones this year, but is the cybersecurity world ready?
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CISA’s 2024 Review Highlights Major Efforts in Cybersecurity Industry Collaboration
The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s 2024 Year in Review marks Jen Easterly’s final report before resignation
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Cloud Atlas Deploys VBCloud Malware: Over 80% of Targets Found in Russia
The threat actor known as Cloud Atlas has been observed using a previously undocumented malware called VBCloud as part of its cyber attack campaigns targeting “several dozen users” in 2024. “Victims get infected via phishing emails containing a malicious document that exploits a vulnerability in the formula editor (CVE-2018-0802) to download and execute malware code,”…
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Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on Apple, China Mobile, Palladyne AI and more in the latest Market Talks covering Technology, Media and Telecom.
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Palo Alto Releases Patch for PAN-OS DoS Flaw — Update Immediately
Palo Alto Networks has disclosed a high-severity vulnerability impacting PAN-OS software that could cause a denial-of-service (DoS) condition on susceptible devices. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2024-3393 (CVSS score: 8.7), impacts PAN-OS versions 10.X and 11.X, as well as Prisma Access running PAN-OS versions. It has been addressed in PAN-OS 10.1.14-h8, PAN-OS 10.2.10-h12, PAN-OS 11.1.5, PAN-OS
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FICORA and Kaiten Botnets Exploit Old D-Link Vulnerabilities for Global Attacks
Cybersecurity researchers are warning about a spike in malicious activity that involves roping vulnerable D-Link routers into two different botnets, a Mirai variant dubbed FICORA and a Kaiten (aka Tsunami) variant called CAPSAICIN. “These botnets are frequently spread through documented D-Link vulnerabilities that allow remote attackers to execute malicious commands via a GetDeviceSettings
Global Security News
Apache MINA CVE-2024-52046: CVSS 10.0 Flaw Enables RCE via Unsafe Serialization
The Apache Software Foundation (ASF) has released patches to address a maximum severity vulnerability in the MINA Java network application framework that could result in remote code execution under specific conditions. Tracked as CVE-2024-52046, the vulnerability carries a CVSS score of 10.0. It affects versions 2.0.X, 2.1.X, and 2.2.X. “The ObjectSerializationDecoder in Apache MINA uses…
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Data protection challenges abound as volumes surge and threats evolve
In the global digital economy, data is the most important asset organizations must protect from theft and damage. CISOs are fundamentally guardians of that asset, obligated to keep it secure and available to relevant users when and where they need it. “Every company has become a data company in this day and age; even if…
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Security-Awareness-Trainings – ein Ratgeber
Wenn Ihre erste Verteidigungslinie fällt, haben Cyberschurken leichtes Spiel. Leremy | shutterstock.com Security-Awareness-Schulungen sind für Unternehmen und Organisationen obligatorisch und sollten Teil jeder übergreifenden Cybersecurity-Strategie sein. Zumindest, wenn sämtliche Mitarbeiter möglichst gut über alle relevanten Sicherheitsrisiken aufgeklärt sein und bestmöglich zum Schutz unternehmenskritischer Assets beitragen sollen. Insofern zielen Security-Awareness-Trainings in erster Linie darauf ab, Cyberrisiken…
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AI sales rep startups are booming. So why are VCs wary?
When you really probe venture capitalists about investing in AI startups, they’ll tell you that businesses are experimenting wildly but are very slow to add AI solutions into their ongoing business processes. But there are some exceptions. And one of them appears to be an area known as AI sales development representatives, or AI SDRs.…
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Build Confidence with Advanced Secret Management
Can Advanced Secret Management Accelerate Your Cybersecurity Confidence? As a seasoned data management expert and cybersecurity specialist, I can confirm that Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and Secrets Security Management provide a significant boost to modern cybersecurity strategies. With a rise in digital transformations, the role of NHIs has become pivotal. But how can we build confidence…
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Ensuring Safety with Automated Secrets Handling
How Does Automated Secrets Handling Enhance Security? There’s a pressing puzzle to solve in today’s hyper-connected businesses. How do you ensure the safe management of non-human identities (NHIs) and their secrets in a cloud environment? NHIs are critical components in the cybersecurity landscape. They are machine identities established by combining a secret (a unique encrypted…
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Revolutionizing Cloud Security for Future Threats
Why Do We Need a Paradigm Shift in Cloud Security? The surge in cybersecurity incidents globally has left experts asking: Is it time we change our approach to cloud security, considering that breaches are no longer a question of if, but when? The answer, according to data-driven insights, is a resounding yes. A paradigm shift…
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Watch this robotic ‘Superman Suit’ rotate around a gymnastics bar
Scientists at the Suzumori Endo Robotics lab in Tokyo have developed the Superman Suit: a suit powered by hydraulic artificial muscles that allows it to perform superhuman tasks. In this video, the suit demonstrates the ability to complete 15 rotations around a bar, making anyone into a great gymnast. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved.…
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ChatGPT Search can be tricked into misleading users, new research reveals
ChatGPT’s new search feature can be told to generate entirely positive product summaries thanks to hidden code, new research finds. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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South Korea sanctions 15 North Koreans for IT worker scams, financial hacking schemes
The South Korean government has sanctioned more than a dozen individuals and one organization for a wide-ranging global scheme to fund North Korea’s nuclear and missile programs through impersonating IT workers abroad, stealing cryptocurrency and facilitating cyberattacks. South Korean officials on Thursday identified 15 North Korean nationals and the Chosun Geumjeong Economic Information Technology Exchange…
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SaaS SIEM: Transforming Cybersecurity with Seceon’s Innovative ApproachSaaS SIEM
As organizations continue to shift toward digital-first operations, the demand for robust cybersecurity solutions has never been greater. Cyber threats are evolving at an unprecedented rate, and businesses must remain agile to protect sensitive data and operations. Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems have long been a critical tool in this effort. However, the…
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ChatGPT and Sora are down for the second time this month
ChatGPT, Sora, and OpenAI’s developer-facing API went down Thursday for an hour and counting. OpenAI says it started experiencing a major outage at 11 AM PT, and the services still appear to be down at the time of publishing this article, around 12:40 PM PT. Frequent users of ChatGPT may recall that the service went…
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Best of 2024: The Best SIEM Tools To Consider in 2024
What is a SIEM? SIEM solutions enable enterprises to monitor and analyze security-related data from a variety of sources, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and endpoint security devices. By collecting and analysing this data, companies can spot patterns that may signal a security breach, allowing them to take quick and appropriate action to…
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DeepSeek’s new AI model appears to be one of the best ‘open’ challengers yet
A Chinese lab has created what appears to be one of the most powerful “open” AI models to date. The model, DeepSeek V3, was developed by the AI firm DeepSeek, and was released on Wednesday under a permissive license that allows developers to download and modify it for most applications, including commercial ones. DeepSeek V3…
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Apache warns of critical flaws in MINA, HugeGraph, Traffic Control
The Apache Software Foundation has released security updates to address three severe problems that affect MINA, HugeGraph-Server, and Traffic Control products. […]
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The fall of EV startup Fisker: A comprehensive timeline
Here is a timeline of the events that led fledgling automaker Fisker to file for bankruptcy. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk
Gain insight on Palladyne, Apple and more in the latest Market Talks covering Technology, Media and Telecom.
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Microsoft and OpenAI have a financial definition of AGI: report
Microsoft and OpenAI have a very specific, internal definition of artificial general intelligence (AGI) based on the startup’s profits, according to a new report from The Information. And by this definition, OpenAI is many years away from reaching it. The two companies reportedly signed an agreement last year stating OpenAI has only achieved AGI when…
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Executive assistants, high salaries, and other ways early-stage founders will trigger a seed VC
While most seed investors believe founders should spend their raised cash however they want to, those VCs will still be judging founders’ cash management. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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Elon Musk’s jets made 355 trips in 2024, including 31 to or from the Mar-a-Lago area
Elon Musk’s jets took over 355 flights this year, with 31 of those flights heading to or from near Mar-a-Lago. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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New ‘OtterCookie’ malware used to backdoor devs in fake job offers
North Korean threat actors are using new malware called OtterCookie in the Contagious Interview campaign that is targeting software developers. […]
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Network problems delay flights at two oneworld Alliance airlines
IT problems struck flights at two oneworld Alliance member airlines this week, leading to delays and flight cancellations. Network equipment connecting internal and external systems at Japan Airlines (JAL) malfunctioned early on Dec. 26 after “receiving a large amount of data from an external source,” the company said. Delays due to too much traffic The…
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Achieving CISA BOD 25-01 Compliance and SCuBA Alignment
Learn how to achieve compliance for CISA’s BOD 25-01 and SCuBA alignment with AppOmni, updated for M365 SCuBA compliance checks. The post Achieving CISA BOD 25-01 Compliance and SCuBA Alignment appeared first on AppOmni. The post Achieving CISA BOD 25-01 Compliance and SCuBA Alignment appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Windows 11 installation media bug causes security update failures
Microsoft is warning of an issue when using a media support to install Windows 11, version 24H2, that causes the operating system to not accept further security updates. […]
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SEC Disclosures Up, But Not Enough Details Provided
While companies have responded to the new SEC rules by disclosing incidents promptly, many of the reports don’t meet the SEC’s “material” standard.
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Brazilian Hacker Charged for Extorting $3.2M in Bitcoin After Breaching 300,000 Accounts
A Brazilian citizen has been charged in the United States for allegedly threatening to release data stolen by hacking into a company’s network in March 2020. Junior Barros De Oliveira, 29, of Curitiba, Brazil has been charged with four counts of extortionate threats involving information obtained from protected computers and four counts of threatening communications,…
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These were the badly handled data breaches of 2024
Blaming victims, months of silence, and suing security researchers all featured in cybersecurity in 2024. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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Emerging Threats & Vulnerabilities to Prepare for in 2025
From zero-day exploits to 5G network vulnerabilities, these are the threats that are expected to persist over the next 12 months.
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Top Cybersecurity Compliance Issues Businesses Face Today
As organizations increasingly rely on digital infrastructure, the stakes have never been higher. Cybersecurity compliance is necessary to safeguard sensitive data, maintain customer trust, and avoid costly fines. With a constantly shifting threat landscape, evolving regulations, and the rise of new technologies, businesses must prioritize cybersecurity posture improvement to stay ahead of the curve. Assura……
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Enabling seamless healthcare operations through APIs and composable commerce
Outdated systems and manual processes remain a frustrating reality for Australian healthcare providers, making it harder for professionals to deliver efficient, high-quality care. Thankfully, data interoperability is no longer a distant goal — it’s now essential for improving patient outcomes and streamlining operations. As the healthcare industry evolves to meet growing demands and increasing consumer…
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Enabling seamless healthcare operations through APIs and composable commerce
Outdated systems and manual processes remain a frustrating reality for Australian healthcare providers, making it harder for professionals to deliver efficient, high-quality care. Thankfully, data interoperability is no longer a distant goal — it’s now essential for improving patient outcomes and streamlining operations. As the healthcare industry evolves to meet growing demands and increasing consumer…
Global IT News, Global Security News
Enabling seamless healthcare operations through APIs and composable commerce
Outdated systems and manual processes remain a frustrating reality for Australian healthcare providers, making it harder for professionals to deliver efficient, high-quality care. Thankfully, data interoperability is no longer a distant goal — it’s now essential for improving patient outcomes and streamlining operations. As the healthcare industry evolves to meet growing demands and increasing consumer…
Global IT News, Global Security News
Enabling seamless healthcare operations through APIs and composable commerce
Outdated systems and manual processes remain a frustrating reality for Australian healthcare providers, making it harder for professionals to deliver efficient, high-quality care. Thankfully, data interoperability is no longer a distant goal — it’s now essential for improving patient outcomes and streamlining operations. As the healthcare industry evolves to meet growing demands and increasing consumer…
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Predicting the future of cybersecurity for 2025
The cybersecurity landscape is poised for transformative shifts in 2025 driven by technological innovation and evolving threats. As cybercriminals become more sophisticated, organisations must stay ahead by proactively adopting strategies that prioritise identity security and business resiliency. CyberArk area VP ANZ Thomas Fikentscher outlines his key cybersecurity predictions highlighting a singular truth: businesses must prioritise…
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Predicting the future of cybersecurity for 2025
The cybersecurity landscape is poised for transformative shifts in 2025 driven by technological innovation and evolving threats. As cybercriminals become more sophisticated, organisations must stay ahead by proactively adopting strategies that prioritise identity security and business resiliency. CyberArk area VP ANZ Thomas Fikentscher outlines his key cybersecurity predictions highlighting a singular truth: businesses must prioritise…
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Predicting the future of cybersecurity for 2025
The cybersecurity landscape is poised for transformative shifts in 2025 driven by technological innovation and evolving threats. As cybercriminals become more sophisticated, organisations must stay ahead by proactively adopting strategies that prioritise identity security and business resiliency. CyberArk area VP ANZ Thomas Fikentscher outlines his key cybersecurity predictions highlighting a singular truth: businesses must prioritise…
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Predicting the future of cybersecurity for 2025
The cybersecurity landscape is poised for transformative shifts in 2025 driven by technological innovation and evolving threats. As cybercriminals become more sophisticated, organisations must stay ahead by proactively adopting strategies that prioritise identity security and business resiliency. CyberArk area VP ANZ Thomas Fikentscher outlines his key cybersecurity predictions highlighting a singular truth: businesses must prioritise…