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Interpol, African Nations Arrest 1,006 in Sweeping ‘Operation Serengeti’

Jeffrey Burt — Wed, 27 Nov 2024 19:28:48 +0000

Interpol led 19 African countries in a massive anti-cybercriminal effort dubbed "Operation Serengeti" that shut down a range of scams and attacks that bled $193 million from 35,000 victims. More than 1,000 people were arrested and more than 134,000 malicious infrastructures shut down.

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Supply Chain Ransomware Attack Hits Starbucks, UK Grocers

Jeffrey Burt — Tue, 26 Nov 2024 15:37:56 +0000

Coffee store giant Starbucks was among other organizations affected by a ransomware attack this month on cloud managed service provider Blue Yonder, a Panasonic subsidiary that has more than 3,000 customers. Two UK grocery chains also were impacted.

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QNAP’s Buggy Security Fix Causes Chaos

Richi Jennings — Tue, 26 Nov 2024 14:54:57 +0000

RAID FAIL: NAS Maker does a CrowdStrike—cleanup on /dev/dsk/c1t2d3s4 please

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Affect of SEO Poisoning in Organizations and How to Prevent It?

Puja Saikia — Tue, 26 Nov 2024 06:15:22 +0000

In today’s digital world, online visibility is crucial for business success. SEO Poisoning has emerged as a harmful attack method in the hands of threat actors. It exploits the very system designed to connect businesses with their customers – ‘search engines’. The constant attack on the healthcare and public health sector in the USA has […]

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RF Fortune Telling: Frequency Hopping Predictability

Harry Hayward — Tue, 26 Nov 2024 02:18:03 +0000

In the world of wireless communications, security vulnerabilities in implemented protocols canremain hidden behind layers of complexity. What appears secure due to the intricate nature ofRF communications may harbor fundamental weaknesses. Let’s dive into a fascinating casethat reveals how a seemingly minor cryptographic weakness in frequency hopping algorithmscan compromise an entire wireless communication stream. Understanding […]

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Privileged Account Security in Active Directory

Enzoic — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 16:01:03 +0000

Privileged accounts in Active Directory (AD) are the keys to your organization’s most sensitive systems, data, and administrative tools. These accounts play an essential role in managing access and keeping things running smoothly, but they also come with significant security risks if not properly managed. Why Privileged Account Security in Active Directory Matters Access to […]

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In a Growing Threat Landscape, Companies Must do Three Things to Get Serious About Cybersecurity

Paul Laudanski — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 13:44:39 +0000

Several macro-trends – such as growing digital transformation, rising hybrid work and, especially, booming AI adoption – have created an increasingly sophisticated threat landscape.

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Stay Safe Online This Black Friday: Protect Your Digital Security While Scoring the Best Deals

Rosa Lear — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 13:15:11 +0000

‘Tis the week of Black Friday deals, where the excitement of snagging those incredible deals can sometimes overshadow the importance of staying safe online. With cybercriminals on the prowl, it’s crucial to take steps to protect your digital security while shopping. Here are some tips to help you stay safe and secure during this shopping […]

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The Cyberthreats from China are Ongoing: U.S. Officials

Jeffrey Burt — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 12:32:00 +0000

U.S. officials are pushing back at the ongoing threats posted by Chinese state-sponsored hackers like Volt Typhoon and Salt Typhoon, which have infiltrated critical infrastructure organizations to steal information and preposition themselves in case of a conflict breaking out between the two countries.

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Deepfake Fraud, Data Brokers Tracking Military Personnel

Tom Eston — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 05:00:33 +0000

In Episode 356, Tom and Kevin discuss the increasing role of deepfake technology in bypassing biometric checks, accounting for 24 percent of fraud attempts. The show covers identity fraud issues and explores the controversial practices of data brokers selling location data, including tracking US military personnel. The conversation shifts to social media platforms Twitter, Blue […]

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