Security News > 2023
These solutions were designed to fight a specific kind of threat and are implemented on an island - not talking to the other security solutions. The relatively new approach called XDR was designed to pull together information from disparate threat detection software like cloud, network and email, to respond to more complex threats by sorting through raw data and alerts and mitigating threats across vectors.
Poorly secured Linux SSH servers are being targeted by bad actors to install port scanners and dictionary attack tools with the goal of targeting other vulnerable servers and co-opting them into a...
Generative AI is a form of artificial intelligence technology focused on generating new content. This course introduces the basics of prompt engineering and progresses to advanced prompt techniques.
The impact of DDoS attacks extends far beyond mere inconvenience, as they can result in financial losses, compromised data, and erosion of customer trust. Understanding the nature and consequences of DDoS activity is essential for organizations and individuals alike as they strive to protect their online presence and ensure the uninterrupted flow of critical services.
91% of banks and insurance companies have now initiated their cloud journey, a significant increase from 2020, when only 37% of firms had embarked on their cloud transformations, according to Capgemini. "For today's financial services organization, ignoring the cloud is simply not an option. Moving to the cloud requires looking beyond a cost-savings approach and being centered around driving innovation to gain a competitive edge," said Ravi Khokhar, Global Head of Cloud for Financial Services at Capgemini.
In emails sent to GitHub users on Christmas Eve, the company warned that all users contributing code on GitHub.com must enable 2FA by January 19th, 2024. "On January 19th, 2024 at 00:00 your account will be required to have 2FA for authentication. If you have not yet enrolled by that date, your ability to access GitHub.com will be limited until you finish the enrollment process," the company noted in an email to its users.
Integris Health patients in Oklahoma are receiving blackmail emails stating that their data was stolen in a cyberattack on the healthcare network, and if they did not pay an extortion demand, the data would be sold to other threat actors. "INTEGRIS Health discovered potential unauthorized activity on certain systems," reads a data privacy notice on Integris Health's website.
Google Maps now stores location data locally on your device, meaning that Google no longer has that data to turn over to the police.
The banking malware known as Carbanak has been observed being used in ransomware attacks with updated tactics. "The malware has adapted to incorporate attack vendors and techniques to diversify...
Cloud security is a critical aspect of modern computing, as businesses and individuals increasingly rely on cloud services to store, process, and manage data. Cloud computing offers numerous benefits, including scalability, flexibility, and cost efficiency, but it also introduces unique security challenges that need to be addressed to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information.