73% of SME security pros missed or ignored critical alerts
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) IT staff is overwhelmed by the complexity and demands of managing multiple tools in their security stack, leading them to miss critical severity events and weaken their company’s security posture, according.....»»
Users of JetBrains IDEs at risk of GitHub access token compromise (CVE-2024-37051)
JetBrains has fixed a critical vulnerability (CVE-2024-37051) that could expose users of its integrated development environments (IDEs) to GitHub access token compromise. About CVE-2024-37051 JetBrains offers IDEs for various programming languages. C.....»»
Protecto improves data security and privacy for GenAI apps in Databricks environments
Protecto announced its latest capabilities designed to protect sensitive enterprise data, such as PII and PHI, and block toxic content, such as insults and threats within Databricks environments. This enhancement is pivotal for organizations relying.....»»
Security firm Cylance says it has been hacked, data put up for sale online
The data being sold for $750,000 includes millions of email addresses......»»
12-volt batteries with more power are poised for a long run in EVs and hybrids
In electrified vehicles and those with self-driving capabilities, no longer is it the battery's job to just start the engine and to keep the lights on. The 12-volt battery has a direct role in the vehicle's critical safety systems and in reducing emi.....»»
Fortinet acquires Lacework to boost cloud security portfolio
Fortinet has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Lacework, the data-driven cloud security company. Lacework delivers an AI-powered cloud security platform that seamlessly integrates all critical CNAPP services. With patented AI and machine.....»»
Apple announces security updates across its platforms
Apple announced new updates across its platforms that help empower users and keep them in control of their data. Private Cloud Compute extends protections of iPhone to the cloud, so that users don’t have to choose between powerful intelligence grou.....»»
Security providers view compliance as a high-growth opportunity
85% of managed service and security providers face significant challenges maintaining compliance for customers, with lack of resources, expertise, or technology cited as the most common roadblocks to offering managed compliance, according to Apptega......»»
GDPR turns six: Expert discusses AI impact
The European Union’s GDPR policy came into effect six years ago. Since then, it has become widely regarded as the standard for data sharing, but the rise of new technology has questioned its suitability and relevance. In this Help Net Security vide.....»»
Cloud migration expands the CISO role yet again
The CISO role used to be focused primarily on information security — creating and implementing policies to safeguard an organization’s data and IT infrastructure from cybersecurity threats. However, as organizations rapidly migrate to cloud envir.....»»
Shortage of skilled plant breeders could impact global food security
A lack of scientists specialized in plant breeding could lead to 'dire' food security implications in Australia, and around the world, according to new research conducted across three continents......»»
Elon Musk calls iOS 18 a ‘security violation’ for integrating ChatGPT, says he will ban use of Apple devices at Tesla
iOS 18 includes a swathe of new Apple Intelligence features, as well as integration with ChatGPT for things like image generation and writing assistance. Users can optionally pass off their Siri requests to ChatGPT, for example. Elon Musk has just.....»»
Mapping soil health: New index enhances soil organic carbon prediction
A cutting-edge machine learning model has been developed to predict soil organic carbon (SOC) levels, a critical factor for soil health and crop productivity. The innovative approach utilizes hyperspectral data to identify key spectral bands, offerin.....»»
New study reveals brain"s fractal-like structure near phase transition, a finding that may be universal across species
When a magnet is heated up, it reaches a critical point where it loses magnetization. Called "criticality," this point of high complexity is reached when a physical object is transitioning smoothly from one phase into the next......»»
New insights on the role of nucleon exchange in nuclear fusion
Low-energy nuclear fusion reactions can potentially provide clean energy. In stars, low-energy fusion reactions during the stages of carbon and oxygen burning are critical to stellar evolution. These reactions also offer valuable insights into the ex.....»»
DataBee EntityViews accelerates zero trust architecture deployment
DataBee, from Comcast Technology Solutions, announced new capabilities in its DataBee Hive security, risk and compliance data fabric platform. DataBee EntityViews, powered by a patent-pending entity resolution technology, introduces automated detecti.....»»
The US Drought Monitor is a critical tool for the arid West: Can it keep up with climate change?
Known for its glowing swaths of yellow, orange and red, the U.S. Drought Monitor has warned farmers, residents and officials throughout the nation of impending water scarcity every week since 1999......»»
What is the Antimalware Service Executable, and should you disable it?
The Antimalware Service Executable is an important component in your Windows security. Here's why you should keep it running if you can......»»
Frontier hack affects over 750k customers; company waits two months to notify them
A Frontier hack exposed the personal data of at least 750,000 customers, including full names and social security numbers, which places them at significant risk of identity theft. The ransomware group said to be behind the attack claims that the actu.....»»
Protecting identity in a world of deepfakes and social engineering
In this Help Net Security video round-up, security experts discuss various aspects of identity verification and security, including generative AI’s impact, the state of identity fraud prevention, and the potential impact of identity challenges.....»»
Cybersecurity pros change strategies to combat AI-powered threats
75% of security professionals had to change their cybersecurity strategy in the last year due to the rise in AI-powered cyber threats, with 73% expressing a greater focus on prevention capabilities, according to Deep Instinct. Additionally, 97% of re.....»»