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Organizations brace for cyber attacks despite improved preparedness

Cyber-risk levels have improved from “elevated” to “moderate” for the first time, but insiders represent a persistent threat for global organizations, according to Trend Micro. Jon Clay, VP of threat intelligence at Trend Micr.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityMay 5th, 2023

Microsoft 365 anti-phishing alert “erased” with one simple trick

Attackers looking for a way into organizations using Microsoft 365 can make an alert identifying unsolicited (and thus potential phishing) emails “disappear”. “When an Outlook user receives an e-mail from an address they don’t typ.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 8th, 2024

Download: CIS Critical Security Controls v8.1

Version 8.1 of the CIS Critical Security Controls (CIS Controls) is an iterative update to version 8.0. It offers prescriptive, prioritized, and simplified cybersecurity best practices that provide a clear path to improve your organization’s cyber.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 8th, 2024

You Asked: Is the Theater Quad worth an upgrade?

On today’s episode of You Asked: Is it worth upgrading to Sony’s Bravia Theater Quad if you have the HT-A9? And how much has OLED improved in the last 8 years?.....»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

Reclusive tribe attacks loggers suspected of encroaching on their land in Peru"s Amazon

Reclusive tribe attacks loggers suspected of encroaching on their land in Peru"s Amazon.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

Community focused approaches to fisheries governance transform local perceptions

A new study from WCS reveals that community capacity-building interventions, even those with only indirect environmental links, significantly improved perceptions of fisheries management and conservation in coastal fishing villages in East Africa. Th.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

Cequence Unified API Protection defends against attacks targeting AI applications

Cequence introduced advancements to its Unified API Protection (UAP) platform, specifically tailored to support the secure use of AI applications like Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs). Cequence’s solutions protect applications deploye.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

Contrast Security ADR enables teams to identify vulnerabilities, detect threats, and stop attacks

Contrast Security introduced Application Detection and Response (ADR), which empowers security teams to identify vulnerabilities, detect threats, and stop attacks that target custom applications and APIs. Today’s layered “detection and respon.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 7th, 2024

Get the Nomad Glow 2.0 Apple Watch Sport Band and iPhone Case while you can [U]

Last year Nomad launched a fun limited edition Glow in the Dark Sport Band for Apple Watch. It ended up selling out on the first day. Now the company is back with a new and improved Glow 2.0 Sport Band plus a Sport Case for iPhone 15 Pro/Max – avai.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsAug 6th, 2024

Stellar Cyber launches Multi-Layer AI platform to enhance threat detection

Stellar Cyber is introducing Multi-Layer AI, incorporating four distinct technologies — machine learning (ML), graph ML, generative AI, and hyper automation — into a single unified platform that reduces threat detection and response time. This ne.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 6th, 2024

Whitepaper: Tools to tackle the multicloud environment

Implementing multicloud solutions is becoming increasingly paramount for organizations seeking to drive their business forward in the coming years. As a result, the role of cloud security is evolving. Cloud providers often use different security mode.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 6th, 2024

Email attacks skyrocket 293%

Email attacks have surged by 293% in the first half of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, according to Acronis. The number of ransomware detections was also on the rise, increasing 32% from Q4 2023 to Q1 2024. Ransomware remains a top threat f.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 6th, 2024

Southport attacks: What we know about knife crime in the UK and how to solve it

The knife attack on a dance class of children in Southport has left the country horrified. We do not yet know much about what happened, but a male aged 17 has been charged with the murder of three girls and 10 counts of attempted murder......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 5th, 2024

Olympic arson attacks highlight growing danger of low-tech terrorism on public transit systems

As the Olympic torch was carried toward Paris for the 2024 Summer Games, flames of another kind were causing concern for the city's security chiefs. On the eve of the July 26 opening ceremony, a series of arson attacks disrupted travel into the capit.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsAug 5th, 2024

New study finds organizations have a significant gap in security on macOS endpoints

9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art App.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsAug 5th, 2024

Cyber Threat Intelligence Capability Maturity Model (CTI-CMM) released

A partnership of 28 industry leaders serving public and private organizations across the vendor and consumer community volunteered their time, effort, and experience to launch the first version of the Cyber Threat Intelligence Capability Maturity Mod.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 5th, 2024

Chinese hackers hijacked an ISP software update to spread malware

StormBamboo used DNS poisoning to successfully attack organizations using insecure updates......»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsAug 5th, 2024

Chinese hackers compromised an ISP to deliver malicious software updates

APT StormBamboo compromised a undisclosed internet service provider (ISP) to poison DNS queries and thus deliver malware to target organizations, Volexity researchers have shared. Malware delivery via automatic software updates StormBamboo (aka Evasi.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 5th, 2024

AI expected to improve IT/OT network management

Once a peripheral concern, OT security has become a mandatory focus for organizations worldwide, according to Cisco’s report. The report provides a comprehensive look at the challenges and opportunities as organizations strive to build a secure.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 5th, 2024

Four key things our study of 25 years of data revealed about entrepreneurs in the UK

Over the past 25 years, the world has lived through major shocks from the 9/11 terror attacks to the global financial crisis to COVID. More recently, the UK—like many other countries—has faced a rising cost of living and stagnant growth......»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsAug 4th, 2024

Chrome using AI to let you naturally search browsing history, adds Google Lens

After adding Help me write, Tab Organizer, and a Gemini shortcut earlier this year, Google is rolling out the next set of AI-powered features to desktop Chrome, including a promising conversational search experience for browsing history and improved.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsAug 3rd, 2024