Data Breach Today
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Cyber Group Dubbed Predatory Sparrow Takes Responsibility for Widespread Attack A group known as Predatory Sparrow claimed responsibility for a Monday cyberattack that shut down a majority of gas stations across Iran as officials blamed the attack on foreign powers. The group has previously taken credit for a number of attacks targeting Iran's fuel supply and rail system.
Security Affairs
DECEMBER 18, 2023
An alleged Lockbit 3.0 ransomware attack on the Italian cloud service provider Westpole disrupted multiple services of local and government organizations and municipalities. A cyber attack hit on December 8, 2023 the Italian cloud service provider Westpole, which is specialized in digital services for public administration. The incident impacted a Westpole’s customer company named PA Digitale which offers its services to various local and government organizations that rely on its platform
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Data Breach Today
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Financial Stability Oversight Council Expects AI Use to Increase U.S. regulators for the first time detailed the risks artificial intelligence poses to the financial system and classified the technology as an "emerging vulnerability." The Financial Stability Oversight Council in its annual report flagged AI's ability to introduce "certain risks.
WIRED Threat Level
DECEMBER 18, 2023
On Telegram, scammers are impersonating doctors to sell fake Covid-19 vaccination certificates and other products, showing how criminals are taking advantage of conspiracy theories.
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Many organizations today are unlocking the power of their data by using graph databases to feed downstream analytics, enahance visualizations, and more. Yet, when different graph nodes represent the same entity, graphs get messy. Watch this essential video with Senzing CEO Jeff Jonas on how adding entity resolution to a graph database condenses network graphs to improve analytics and save your analysts time.
Data Breach Today
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Data Stolen From Mortgage Lender Includes Bank Account Numbers A late October hacking incident at mortgage lender Mr. Cooper affected 14.7 million individuals, the Texas company disclosed Friday. The incident triggered a four-day shutdown of corporate systems and a suspension in lending. Hackers gained access on Oct. 30 and were ejected on Nov. 1.
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Data Breach Today
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Malvertising Service Uses Google Ads and Decoy Pages for Malware Distribution Cybercriminals increasingly use malicious ads through search engines to deploy new malware targeting businesses, marking a rise in browser-based attacks. Researchers at Malwarebytes observed PikaBot, a malware family that appeared in early 2023, being distributed via malvertising.
Security Affairs
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Info stealers, the type of malware with its purpose in the name, can cripple businesses and everyday users alike. So, how do you protect against them? Info stealers, also known as information stealers, are a type of malicious software (malware) designed to covertly collect sensitive and personal information from a victim’s computer or network.
IBM Big Data Hub
DECEMBER 18, 2023
One of the largest sources of data is all around us—that is, geospatial data. This is information relating to the Earth’s surface, its climate, the people who live on it, its ecosystems and more. Geographic information systems (GIS ) visualize and make sense of this data, helping people and businesses better understand the patterns and relationships of our world.
Security Affairs
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Experts warn of a new phishing campaign distributing the QakBot malware, months after law enforcement dismantled its infrastructure. In August, the FBI announced that the Qakbot botnet was dismantled as a result of an international law enforcement operation named Operation ‘Duck Hunt.’ Qakbot , also known as QBot, QuackBot and Pinkslipbot, is an info-stealing malware that has been active since 2008.
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Software leaders who are building applications based on Large Language Models (LLMs) often find it a challenge to achieve reliability. It’s no surprise given the non-deterministic nature of LLMs. To effectively create reliable LLM-based (often with RAG) applications, extensive testing and evaluation processes are crucial. This often ends up involving meticulous adjustments to prompts.
Schneier on Security
DECEMBER 18, 2023
More unconstrained surveillance : Lawmakers noted the pharmacies’ policies for releasing medical records in a letter dated Tuesday to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra. The letter—signed by Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.), and Rep. Sara Jacobs (D-Calif.)—said their investigation pulled information from briefings with eight big prescription drug suppliers.
eSecurity Planet
DECEMBER 18, 2023
The impending holidays don’t mean a break from cybersecurity threats. This week’s news includes open-source software vulnerabilities, endangered data, and continued attacks from state-sponsored Russian threat groups. Google’s Dataproc security issues could be exploited not just through the analytics engine but through Google Compute Engine, too.
KnowBe4
DECEMBER 18, 2023
As more cybercriminal gangs continue to enter the game, the massive increase in unique types of malware means it will become increasingly difficult to identify and stop attacks.
IBM Big Data Hub
DECEMBER 18, 2023
It is relatively simple to see that something is wrong with your network using DNS data. A spike in NXDOMAIN responses or other errors usually serves as a clear indication that something is amiss. The next step—diagnosing the source of the problem and then actually doing something about those errors—is often a heavier lift. It is a data problem.
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Geopolitical risk is now at the top of the agenda for CEOs. But tracking it can be difficult. The world is more interconnected than ever, whether in terms of economics and supply chains or technology and communication. Geopolitically, however, it is becoming increasingly fragmented – threatening the operations, financial well-being, and security of globally connected companies.
OpenText Information Management
DECEMBER 18, 2023
AI has lit the world on fire and reshaped expectations of what’s possible. The pace of change continues to accelerate – 95% of global executives believe customers are changing faster than their businesses can keep up.1 As we move into a new year, here are five trends shaking things up for marketing and customer success … The post 5 digital experience trends to know in 2024 appeared first on OpenText Blogs.
IBM Big Data Hub
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Migrating a mission-critical system like authoritative DNS is always going to involve some amount of risk. Whenever you’re flipping a switch from one infrastructure provider to another, the possibility of downtime is always lurking in the background. Unfortunately, many network admins use this risk potential as a reason to continue using an authoritative DNS service that no longer adds business value.
Armstrong Archives
DECEMBER 18, 2023
In the fast-paced business world, information flows in many directions at lightning speed. This reality has made data security increasingly important, requiring a sea change in the way companies handle their documents. At Armstrong Archives , we’re here to help you navigate the transition into the digital age while still maintaining your essential paper files.
IBM Big Data Hub
DECEMBER 18, 2023
In today’s business environment, regardless of the product or service, leaders must develop a well-honed business strategy. Without clarity and intention, even the most innovative companies are unlikely to succeed. A successful business strategy must clearly define an organization’s objectives, decision-making processes and long-term business goals.
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Apache Cassandra is an open-source distributed database that boasts an architecture that delivers high scalability, near 100% availability, and powerful read-and-write performance required for many data-heavy use cases. However, many developers and administrators who are new to this NoSQL database often encounter several challenges that can impact its performance.
The Schedule
DECEMBER 18, 2023
With a delayed start, please welcome this year’s talented Society of American Archivists Records Management Committee. We have some wonderful upcoming events including: Coffee Chat: Starting a Records Management Program, Feb 5th 2024 3pm EST (information forthcoming) Coffee Chat: Records Management and Institutional Change, Mar 11th 2024 3pm EST (information forthcoming) Records Management Colloquium (Email Archiving, Digital Preservation, and AI & Records), April 2024 Stay tuned!
IBM Big Data Hub
DECEMBER 18, 2023
What is RUM data? Contrary to what you might think, RUM data isn’t a performance indicator for Captain Morgan, Cuban tourism or a Disney film franchise. Real User Monitoring (RUM) data is information about how people interact with online applications and services. Think of it like an always-on, real-time survey of what your users experience online.
IG Guru
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Check out the article here. The post Google Top Search Trends in 2023 first appeared on IG GURU.
IBM Big Data Hub
DECEMBER 18, 2023
As we look ahead to 2024, enterprises around the world are undoubtedly evaluating their progress and creating a growth plan for the year to come. For organizations of all types—and especially those in highly regulated industries such as financial services, government, healthcare and telco—considerations including the rise of generative AI, evolving regulations and data sovereignty laws and ongoing security challenges must be top of mind.
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eSecurity Planet
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Cloud computing services, such as Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS), each have unique security concerns. IaaS involves virtualized computing resources over the internet, with users responsible for securing the operating system, applications, data, and networks. Security concerns include data protection, network security, identity and access management, and physical security.
IBM Big Data Hub
DECEMBER 18, 2023
“I want it now!”—This isn’t just a phrase spoiled children sing ; it’s what we demand every time we click a link, stream video content or access an online application. As internet traffic grows in volume and complexity, our expectations for faster response times from the services and content we use rises. We often click away if instant results aren’t provided.
The Last Watchdog
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Rehovot, Israel Dec. 18, 2023 – Salvador Technologies , the pioneering cyber-attack recovery platform provider for critical infrastructures and industrial organizations, today announced that it has secured $6m in funding. Salvador Technologies’ investment round was led by Pico Venture Partners with participation from existing investors, such as Pitango VC and Sarona Partners , who continue to play an essential role in shaping the company.
IBM Big Data Hub
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Anycast is a standard, table-stakes feature of every authoritative DNS service. It makes sense: inbound queries should always be routed to the best available servers—usually the ones that are geographically closest. Yet, there is one glaring exception: China. The internet in mainland China is walled off from the rest of the world. Any DNS query that crosses into or out of mainland China must pass through a series of filters and other controls before it can be passed along for resolution.
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If you’re considering migrating from DataStax Enterprise (DSE) to open source Apache Cassandra®, our comprehensive guide is tailored for architects, engineers, and IT directors. Whether you’re motivated by cost savings, avoiding vendor lock-in, or embracing the vibrant open-source community, Apache Cassandra offers robust value. Transition seamlessly to Instaclustr Managed Cassandra with our expert insights, ensuring zero downtime during migration.
Data Breach Today
DECEMBER 18, 2023
What Should the US Government Do to Impove Medical Cybersecurity? Lobbyists for U.S. hospitals oppose a Biden administration proposal for mandatory cybersecurity requirements and possible financial disincentives for organizations that fail to meet those expectations. Industry experts contend that some type of government actions are needed.
IBM Big Data Hub
DECEMBER 18, 2023
In the most recent version of its “Cloud Hype Cycle,” Gartner placed multi-cloud network operations in the “peak of inflated expectations, perilously close to the ‘trough of disappointment.'” While this may reflect the state of both hybrid and multicloud networking at an aggregate level, there is an abundance of nuance lurking underneath Gartner’s assessment.
Security Affairs
DECEMBER 18, 2023
A group of Pro-Israel hacktivists, called Predatory Sparrow, is suspected of having carried out a cyber attack against petrol stations across Iran. A Pro-Israel hacktivist group, called Predatory Sparrow (or Gonjeshke Darande in Persian), is suspected of having carried out a cyber attack against petrol stations across Iran. Iranian state TV and Israeli local media reported that the attack took place on Monday and disrupted services at petrol stations in Iran.
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