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Why Internet Security Is So Bad
2019-01-14 17:13

I recently read two different essays that make the point that while Internet security is terrible, it really doesn't affect people enough to make it an issue. This is true, and is something I...

Ryuk Hauls in $3.7M in ‘Earnings,’ Adds TrickBot to the Attack Mix
2019-01-14 17:06

The malware's operator, Grim Spider, could be affiliated with Russian cybercrime rings, according to some -- others say there's no concrete evidence.

Mozilla Kills Default Support for Adobe Flash in Firefox 69
2019-01-14 17:02

Firefox 69 will force users to manually install Adobe Flash as the plugin inches toward end of life.

Firefox 69 to Disable Adobe Flash by Default
2019-01-14 16:55

Mozilla will soon disable Adobe Flash by default in Firefox, the first step toward completely removing support for the plugin in the browser.  The change will be initially made in Firefox 69...

RBS reissues punters with new bank cards after Ticketmaster breach
2019-01-14 16:46

Fresh plastic comes six months after ticket flogger fessed up to Magecart malware infection The Royal Bank of Scotland and NatWest have issued customers with replacement cards as a result of last...

Unpatched Flaws in Building Access System Allow Hackers to Create Fake Badges
2019-01-14 16:42

Researchers discovered that a popular building access control system made by IDenticard contains vulnerabilities that can be exploited to create fake badges, disable door locks, and obtain or...

Senator Voices Concern of Taxpayer Fraud During Government Shutdown
2019-01-14 16:36

United States Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) on Friday expressed concerns that the federal government shutdown could expose taxpayers to various risks.  read more

Don’t Overlook the Business Risk in BRI
2019-01-14 16:03

A business risk intelligence (BRI) program requires many components about which I’ve written previously: the right intelligence requirements, collection strategy, KPIs, vendors, read more