Security News

How to Make Your Employees Your First Line of Cyber Defense
2024-05-01 11:03

There’s a natural human desire to avoid threatening scenarios. The irony, of course, is if you hope to attain any semblance of security, you’ve got to remain prepared to confront those very same...

The first steps of establishing your cloud security strategy
2024-04-22 07:01

In this article, we'll identify some first steps you can take to establish your cloud security strategy. We'll do so by discussing the cloud security impact of individual, concrete actions featured within the CIS Critical Security Controls and the CIS Benchmarks.

OpenTable won't add first names, photos to old reviews after backlash
2024-04-14 22:28

OpenTable has reversed its decision to show members' first names and profile pictures in past anonymous reviews after receiving backlash from members who felt it was a breach of privacy. This follows our reporting last week that OpenTable would display members' personal information on old and future reviews, even though old reviews, especially negative reviews, were created under the expectation they would remain anonymous.

OpenTable is adding your first name to previously anonymous reviews
2024-04-11 22:15

Restaurant reservation platform OpenTable says that all reviews on the platform will no longer be fully anonymous starting May 22nd and will now show members' profile pictures and first names. "At OpenTable, we strive to build a community in which diners can help other diners discover new restaurants, and reviews are a big part of that," reads the OpenTable email seen by BleepingComputer.

History of RSA Conference. Bruce Schneier. The First ‘Exhibitor’ in 1994.
2024-04-11 05:52

Bruce Schneier was at the first ever RSA Conference in 1991, and he was the first 'exhibitor' in 1994 when he asked Jim Bidzos, Creator of the RSA Conference, if he could sell copies of his book "Applied Cryptography." Bidzos set Schneier up in the hotel lobby where the conference was being held-and the rest is history. Listen to some great RSA Conference memories on this episode of the History of RSA Conference.

Researchers Uncover First Native Spectre v2 Exploit Against Linux Kernel
2024-04-10 09:26

Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed what they say is the "first native Spectre v2 exploit" against the Linux kernel on Intel systems that could be exploited to read sensitive data from the...

Building Your Privacy-Compliant Customer Data Platform (CDP) with First-Party Data
2024-02-28 12:02

In today's digital era, data privacy isn't just a concern; it's a consumer demand. Businesses are grappling with the dual challenge of leveraging customer data for personalized experiences while...

EU adopts first cybersecurity certification scheme for safer tech
2024-02-02 04:30

The European Commission adopted the implementing regulation concerning the EU cybersecurity certification scheme on Common Criteria. ENISA is grateful for the guidance and support from Member States via the European Cybersecurity Certification Group and for the contributions of the Stakeholder Cybersecurity Certification Group.

Tesla hacks make big bank at Pwn2Own's first automotive-focused event
2024-01-29 01:29

Five $60,000 bounties - the second-highest monetary awards behind Synacktiv's $100k Tesla hacks - were awarded for attacks on EV chargers manufactured by Emporia, ChargePoint, Ubiquiti, Phoenix and JuiceBox. Three attacks against Automotive Grade Linux were also attempted, with only one succeeding.

Microsoft releases first Windows Server 2025 preview build
2024-01-26 20:01

Microsoft has released Windows Server Insider Preview 26040, the first Windows Server 2025 build for admins enrolled in its Windows Insider program. This build is the first pushed for the next Windows Server Long-Term Servicing Channel Preview, which comes with both the Desktop Experience and Server Core installation options for Datacenter and Standard editions, Annual Channel for Container Host and Azure Edition.