Data Breach Today
JANUARY 18, 2024
LeftoverLocals Affects Apple, AMD and Qualcomm Devices Researchers uncovered a critical vulnerability in graphic processing units of popular devices that could allow attackers to access data from large language models. They dubbed the vulnerability LeftoverLocals and said it affects the GPU frameworks of Apple, AMD and Qualcomm devices.
Jamf
JANUARY 18, 2024
In this blog, Jamf Threat Labs researchers analyze malware they discovered in pirated macOS applications. These apps, appearing similar to ZuRu malware, download and execute multiple payloads to compromise machines in the background.
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Data Breach Today
JANUARY 18, 2024
No 'Magic Solution' to Prevent Malicious Use of AI in Elections, OSTP Chief Says Arati Prabhakar, director of the White House's Office of Science and Technology Policy, said during an event at the 2024 World Economic Forum that generative artificial intelligence has the potential to "dramatically accelerate and amplify the erosion of information integrity.
Security Affairs
JANUARY 18, 2024
U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) adds Chrome and Citrix flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added the following vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog. CVE-2023-6548 – Citrix NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway Code Injection Vulnerability.
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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
JANUARY 18, 2024
Also: FBI Warning About Androxgh0st; eBay Pays a $3 Million Fine for Cyberstalking This week, Microsoft expanded plans to store EU citizens' data locally, shipping-themed phishing spam is a threat, the British Library overcame a ransomware setback, the FBI warned of Androxgh0st malware, Remcos RAT targeted South Korea, and eBay was fined $3 million for a cyberstalking campaign.
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Data Breach Today
JANUARY 18, 2024
Also: $3.3M Socket Hack; Do Kwon and Alex Mashinsky Trials This week, the U.S. SEC assessed its X account hack, attackers stole $3.3M from Socket, Do Kwon got a new trial date, Alex Mashinsky sought to dismiss charges, Google Play Store removed crypto apps for India users, IRS clarified crypto asset reporting and South Korea mulled crypto mixer legislation.
eSecurity Planet
JANUARY 18, 2024
Cloud storage is a cloud computing model that allows data storage on remote servers operated by a service provider, accessible via internet connections. It’s a scalable and cost-effective storage solution for businesses offered through a subscription service. When assessing the overall security of cloud storage and choosing a solution tailored to your business, it helps to determine its features, potential risks, security measures, and other considerations.
Data Breach Today
JANUARY 18, 2024
'Coldriver' Has Been Sending Backdoors Embedded in PDFs Since November 2022 A Russian domestic intelligence agency hacking group known for long-lasting logon credential phishing campaigns against Western targets is now deploying malware embedded into PDFs, say security researchers from Google. "Coldriver" is using a family of backdoors Google dubs Spica.
WIRED Threat Level
JANUARY 18, 2024
A new report from Chainalysis finds that stablecoins like Tether, tied to the value of the US dollar, were used in the vast majority of crypto-based scam transactions and sanctions evasion in 2023.
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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.
Data Breach Today
JANUARY 18, 2024
Agency Tasked With Pipeline Security Takes New Steps to Combat Rise in Cyberattacks A U.S. federal agency tasked with ensuring the secure transportation of energy and hazardous materials is launching a series of initiatives to address an increase in cyberattacks, a top official said. Watchdogs have warned for years that action is urgently needed to better protect U.S. pipelines.
Data Protection Report
JANUARY 18, 2024
2024 was not a happy new year for Genesis Global Trading, Inc. (“GGT”). On January 3, 2024, the New York Department of Financial Services announced a consent order with GGT, where GGT agreed to pay NYDFS $8 million and to surrender its BitLicense (for cryptocurrency trading), due to alleged violations of NYDFS’ cybersecurity and its virtual currency regulations.
Data Breach Today
JANUARY 18, 2024
4.7 Billion Euros in Total Known Fines Since Data Protection Law Took Effect Ireland - home to the European headquarters of a throng of multinational tech companies - is responsible for the greatest amount of aggregate data protection fines - 2.9 billion euros - since the European Union General Data Protection Regulation went into effect.
KnowBe4
JANUARY 18, 2024
Rather than stick to traditional ransomware extortion methods that revolve around the attack itself, a new form of extortion known as Swatting puts the focus on the victim organization’s customers.
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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.
Data Breach Today
JANUARY 18, 2024
Self-Proclaimed Russian Hacktivists Continue Putin-Aligned Information Operations Switzerland's federal government reports that multiple federal agencies' public-facing sites were temporarily disrupted by distributed denial-of-service attacks perpetrated by a self-proclaimed Russian hacktivist group "as a means of gaining media attention for their cause.
KnowBe4
JANUARY 18, 2024
A survey by Egress has found that 94% of organizations were hit by phishing attacks in 2023, Infosecurity Magazine reports. Additionally, 91% of firms experienced data loss and exfiltration. The three most common causes of data loss were reckless behavior, human error and malicious exfiltration.
Data Breach Today
JANUARY 18, 2024
American Hospital Association Warns of Social Engineering Schemes The American Hospital Association is warning of increasingly sophisticated social engineering scams targeting hospital IT help desks with schemes involving the stolen credentials of revenue cycle and other finance employees to commit payment fraud against the institutions.
IBM Big Data Hub
JANUARY 18, 2024
Chatbots can help your customers and potential clients find or input information quickly by instantly responding to requests that use audio input, text input or a combination of both, eliminating the need for human intervention or manual research. Chatbots are everywhere, providing customer care support and assisting employees who use smart speakers at home, SMS, WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, Slack and numerous other applications.
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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.
Schneier on Security
JANUARY 18, 2024
After 175 million failed password guesses, a judge rules that the Canadian police must return a suspect’s phone. [Judge] Carter said the investigation can continue without the phones, and he noted that Ottawa police have made a formal request to obtain more data from Google. “This strikes me as a potentially more fruitful avenue of investigation than using brute force to enter the phones,” he said.
KnowBe4
JANUARY 18, 2024
A new analysis of data breaches in the United Kingdom's legal sector shows that organizations need to be looking inward more and look for ways to elevate the security awareness of employees.
IG Guru
JANUARY 18, 2024
Check out the article here. The post Fidelity National now says 1.3M customers had data stolen by cyber-crooks via The Registry first appeared on IG GURU.
KnowBe4
JANUARY 18, 2024
Some particularly cold-hearted scammers are targeting users of lost pet forums with phony ransom demands, the BBC reports.
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“Reimagined: Building Products with Generative AI” is an extensive guide for integrating generative AI into product strategy and careers featuring over 150 real-world examples, 30 case studies, and 20+ frameworks, and endorsed by over 20 leading AI and product executives, inventors, entrepreneurs, and researchers.
Lenny Zeltser
JANUARY 18, 2024
Several years into your role as a security leader at a company, you’ll reach a point when you ask yourself, “What’s next for me?” This article discusses three ways to proceed if you choose to stay at your current organization. (It was co-authored by Yael Nagler and Lenny Zeltser.) At this point in your CISO tenure, you know your way around the company, you’re familiar with the cadence and patterns of the organization, you know what’s expected, and you understand your trajectory.
Information Matters
JANUARY 18, 2024
San Francisco-based startup deepset Cloud has unveiled groundbreaking new features that aim to address concerns around reliability and accountability in large language models (LLMs), setting a new bar for the Read more The post deepset Cloud Establishes New Standards for Trust in AI Models appeared first on Information Matters - Where AI Meets Knowledge Management.
Jamf
JANUARY 18, 2024
Discover the importance of same-day support for Apple updates, focusing on compatibility and cross-platform integration. See how to enhance security and productivity.
Information Matters
JANUARY 18, 2024
A new report from Gartner sizes up the rapidly growing market for collaborative work management (CWM) platforms and evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of the major players. These tools aim Read more The post The Market for Streamlining Teamwork Heats Up appeared first on Information Matters - Where AI Meets Knowledge Management.
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Archive-It
JANUARY 18, 2024
by the Community Programs team Community Webs members and the Community Programs team gathered in the spring of last year for a virtual meeting, Future Webs , to reflect on the success and achievements of the program and chart next steps in 2024 and beyond. Internet Archive Community Programs staff received member feedback on what members liked about the program, what they wanted to see more of, and how we could sustain the program long into the future.
Information Matters
JANUARY 18, 2024
San Francisco-based Pecan AI has announced new capabilities that combine generative AI conversational interfaces with predictive analytics model-building workflows. Industry observers say this fusion of leading-edge AI technologies promises to Read more The post Pecan AI Marries Generative AI and Predictive Modeling appeared first on Information Matters - Where AI Meets Knowledge Management.
Security Affairs
JANUARY 18, 2024
Google warns that the Russia-linked threat actor COLDRIVER expands its targeting and is developing a custom malware. The ColdRiver APT (aka “ Seaborgium “, “Callisto”, “Star Blizzard”, “TA446”) is a Russian cyberespionage group that has been targeting government officials, military personnel, journalists and think tanks since at least 2015.
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