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Report Highlights Risk of Medical Device 'Workarounds'
2019-08-01 20:48

Experts: Problems at VA Medical Center Are Common at Many Healthcare EntitiesA watchdog agency review of a VA medical center in California spotlights security issues involving medical device...

Visa Contactless Cards Vulnerable to Fraudsters: Report
2019-08-01 18:48

Researchers Say Proxy Machine Can Bypass Transaction Limits Via Man-in-the-Middle AttackA newly discovered vulnerability in Visa's contactless payment cards could allow fraudsters to bypass...

Faked Facebook Accounts Linked to Saudi Arabia, Mideast Region
2019-08-01 18:29

Facebook on Thursday said it derailed a pair of shady online influence campaigns in the Arabic-speaking world including one linked to the Saudi Arabian government. read more

How to use a Yubikey on Linux with an encrypted drive
2019-08-01 17:47

Looking to use a Yubikey for added security on your encrypted Linux drives? With a few quick commands, you'll enjoy that added layer of security.

Org's network connect to GitHub and Pastebin much? It's a Rocke road to cryptojacking country
2019-08-01 16:40

You might also be slurping Chinese malware Palo Alto Networks has spotted a new cryptomining malware technique that not only wipes out any other miners present on the target machine but uses...

Scammers Grab $2.5 Million From North Carolina County in BEC Scam
2019-08-01 16:21

Cybercriminals managed to divert $2.5 million in a business email compromise (BEC) scam targeting Cabarrus County, North Carolina. $1.7 million of that has not been recovered and remains missing. read more

Google Releases Beta of Anomaly Detection for G Suite Customers
2019-08-01 16:09

Google on Wednesday announced the beta availability of Advanced Protection Program for G Suite customers and anomaly detection in the G Suite alert center. read more

Pentagon Buys Equipment With Known Vulnerabilities: Audit
2019-08-01 15:33

Report Also Highlights Cybersecurity Concerns About Use of Equipment Made in ChinaThe U.S. Department of Defense has purchased IT gear known to have significant cybersecurity vulnerabilities,...

FTC Warns Cash Option May be Small for Equifax Settlement
2019-08-01 15:20

The Federal Trade Commission on Wednesday told consumers affected by the Equifax data breach that they are unlikely to get the full $125 cash payment that many sought. read more