Data Breach Today
DECEMBER 8, 2023
European Union Will Enact Comprehensive Regulations on AI EU officials announced a compromise over a regulation on artificial intelligence in the works since 2021, making the trading bloc first in the world to comprehensively regulate the nascent technology. Europe understands "the importance of its role as global standard setter,” said Thierry Breton.
Security Affairs
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Researchers devised a novel attack vector for process injection, dubbed Pool Party, that evades EDR solutions. Researchers from cybersecurity firm SafeBreach devised a set of process injection techniques, dubbed Pool Party, that allows bypassing EDR solutions. They presented the technique at Black Hat Europe 2023. The experts relied on the less-explored Windows thread pools to discover a novel attack vector for process injection.
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Data Breach Today
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Also: Top Threat Actors Are Targeting Hospitals; Remembering Steve Katz In the latest weekly update, editors at ISMG discuss the rampant rise in healthcare sector attacks and breaches in 2023, the most common vulnerabilities and targets, and remember the life of the Steve Katz, the world's first CISO who inspired generations of security leaders.
IBM Big Data Hub
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Last year, almost 200 million people shopped on Black Friday. Online alone, they spent more than $9 billion. This holiday season, shoppers are ready to shop again and they’re prepared to spend even more. Are your IT systems ready to handle any spikes and keep everyone jolly? Or are you worried that incidents—finicky apps, slow page loads or even downtime— might ruin the holiday spirit along with your bottom line?
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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 8, 2023
Highlights From the Conference on Improving Public-Private Sector Collaboration In this special edition at Black Hat Europe 2023 in London, three ISMG editors cover the highlights of the conference, including a resounding call for better collaboration between government agencies and the private sector, regulatory trends, and the cautionary tale of ex-Uber CISO Joe Sullivan.
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Data Breach Today
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Microsoft and OpenAI Have Intertwined Their Futures, Sparking UK CMA Concern The British antitrust authority is conducting a preliminary review of Microsoft's interest in OpenAI. The agency will examine whether the companies' partnership means Microsoft has material influence or whether it in effect controls more than half of OpenAI voting rights.
KnowBe4
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Surveys, unfortunately, show that the vast majority of organizations do little to no security awareness training. The average organization, if it does security awareness training, does it once annually, likely as part of a compliance program.
Data Breach Today
DECEMBER 8, 2023
SEC Says Large Companies Must Report Material Incidents to Investors as of Dec. 18 The FBI outlined procedures for publicly traded companies to invoke a delay in reporting material cybersecurity incidents to investors as required under a U.S. SEC rule. Regulators allow companies a pause of up to 60 business days and up to 120 business days for a substantial national security risk.
Data Matters
DECEMBER 8, 2023
For the third time in 2023, the Illinois Supreme Court addressed the scope of the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) — this time in Mosby v. Ingalls Memorial Hospital. In a unanimous decision, the court held that BIPA’s “health care exemption” is not limited to patients’ biometric information (such as fingerprint scans), but also extends to biometric information collected, used, or stored for health care treatment, payment, or operations — regardless of its source. 1 This deci
Speaker: Aarushi Kansal, AI Leader & Author and Tony Karrer, Founder & CTO at Aggregage
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
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Apps and Devices Powered by Open-Source Code Are Pervasive in Healthcare Open-source software is pervasive in healthcare. It is used in critical systems such as electronic health records and components contained in medical devices. Federal regulators are urging healthcare sector firms to be vigilant in managing risks and threats involving open-source software.
Security Affairs
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Anatoly Legkodymov, the founder of the Bitzlato cryptocurrency exchange has pleaded in a money-laundering scheme. Anatoly Legkodymov (41) (aka Anatolii Legkodymov, Gandalf, and Tolik), the Russian founder of the unlicensed Bitzlato cryptocurrency exchange, has pleaded guilty in a money-laundering scheme. The police arrested Legkodymov in Miami in January, he was charged in a U.S. federal court with conducting a money-transmitting business that transported and transmitted illicit funds and that f
Data Breach Today
DECEMBER 8, 2023
RAT Is Tailored to Exploit Vulnerabilities in Linux Kernel Versions Hackers targeted telecommunications companies in Thailand with a Linux remote access Trojan designed to attack different versions of the open-source kernel, researchers say. Dubbed "Krasue," the malware poses a "severe risk to critical systems and sensitive data," says Group-IB researchers.
KnowBe4
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Even when looking at the various kinds of risks to business, cyber attacks still remain the biggest problem. But new data shows there may be a lesson to be learned to minimize losses.
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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
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Also: Vendor Self-Attestation vs. Third Parties; Safe Harbor Guidelines In the latest "Proof of Concept," Chris Hughes, co-founder and CISO of Aquia, join editors at ISMG to discuss the nuances around software liability, how organizations are integrating standards development practices, and guidelines for determining when a supplier qualifies for safe harbor.
Schneier on Security
DECEMBER 8, 2023
New attack breaks forward secrecy in Bluetooth. Three. news articles. The vulnerability has been around for at least a decade.
IBM Big Data Hub
DECEMBER 8, 2023
With over 20,000 Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) being published each year 1 , the challenge of finding and fixing software with known vulnerabilities continues to stretch vulnerability management teams thin. These teams are given the impossible task of driving down risk by patching software across their organization, with the hope that their efforts will help to prevent a cybersecurity breach.
Collibra
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Migrating to the cloud? You’re not alone. We live in the era of the cloud. Industry research makes it clear. Nearly 5 out of 10 senior IT managers have a cloud-first policy for deploying new applications, according to a recent TechTarget survey. More than 9 out of 10 have either a cloud-first or a hybrid cloud policy (1). And more than 85% of organizations will embrace cloud-first as a principle by 2025, according to Gartner (2).
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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.
IBM Big Data Hub
DECEMBER 8, 2023
More and more consumers now expect their vehicles to offer an experience no different from that offered by other smart devices. They seek full integration into their digital lives, desiring a vehicle that can manage their operations, add functionality and enable new features primarily or entirely through software. According to a GMI report , the global software-defined vehicle (SDV) market is expected to achieve a CAGR of 22.1% between 2023 and 2032.
OpenText Information Management
DECEMBER 8, 2023
When rumors about an upcoming software release start spreading, everyone always wants to know two things: What are we getting? When are we getting it? Answering the first question is usually pretty easy, but the second one is far more complicated. No one has a crystal ball to see into the future, and even the … The post Meet software delivery deadlines using OpenText DevOps Aviator appeared first on OpenText Blogs.
IBM Big Data Hub
DECEMBER 8, 2023
As Benjamin Franklin once said, “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail.” This same sentiment can be true when it comes to a successful risk mitigation plan. The only way for effective risk reduction is for an organization to use a step-by-step risk mitigation strategy to sort and manage risk, ensuring the organization has a business continuity plan in place for unexpected events.
OpenText Information Management
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Optimizing cash flow and mitigating risk are two of the most critical tasks for treasury departments. Yet, the demands placed on the treasury team often involve labor-intensive tasks that tie up valuable resources and expose organizations to unnecessary risks. Fortunately, as technology advances, automating these essential treasury functions has become increasingly accessible.
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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.
IBM Big Data Hub
DECEMBER 8, 2023
As generative AI creates new opportunities and transforms cloud operations, it is crucial to learn how to maximize the value of these tools. A recent report from the IBM Institute for Business Value found that 68% of hybrid cloud users already have a formal, organization-wide policy or approach for the use of generative AI. That same report also noted that 58% of global decision makers say that cloud skills remain a considerable challenge.
eDiscovery Daily
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Software is meant to make our lives easier when it comes to eDiscovery. Automation, artificial intelligence, and advanced search and culling technologies have all reduced the need for hundreds of human hours reviewing documents. Still, there is plenty of work to be done, and even “small” eDiscovery cases can be highly complex and time consuming. When you don’t have permanent resources on hand to take on these additional duties or if a surge in work strains a lean team, professional services can
IG Guru
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Check out the article here. The post U.S. Treasury Sanctions Sinbad Cryptocurrency Mixer Used by North Korean Hackers via The Hacker News first appeared on IG GURU.
Docuware
DECEMBER 8, 2023
The possibility of an economic downturn during the upcoming year is unsettling, and its potential impact is difficult to predict. But reducing operating expenses (OPEX), which include everything your company spends to keep your business up and running, is sure to have a positive impact on your company’s financial health. Switching from paper-based processes and partial solutions like Google Drive or SharePoint to a digital document management system (DMS), reduces OPEX in every department where
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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.
eSecurity Planet
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Domain name service (DNS) attacks threaten every internet connection because they can deny, intercept, and hijack connections. With the internet playing an increasing role in business, securing DNS plays a critical role in both operations and security. This article explores how to secure the DNS protocol, DNS servers, and DNS access against a spectrum of attacks through: Table of Contents Toggle 3 General DNS Attack Prevention Best Practices Prevention Tips for DNS Server Attacks How to Prevent
Security Affairs
DECEMBER 8, 2023
An Android app with over 100k Google Play downloads and a 4.5-star average rating has let an open instance go unchecked, leaving sensitive user data up for grabs. The Cybernews team discovered the Android app Barcode to Sheet leaking sensitive user information and enterprise data stored by app creators. Barcode to Sheet has over 100k downloads on the Google Play store and focuses on e-commerce clients.
Info Source
DECEMBER 8, 2023
KEY TAKEAWAYS This vertical market assessment is an integral part of Infosource’s analyst services in the Software practice. We analyse industry sectors in key countries around the world and leverage this knowledge in the regional forecasting of the Capture & IDP market. While the digital maturity of all industry sectors has improved as result of emergency digitalisation actions during the pandemic, most organisations yet have to establish a comprehensive strategy that meets the changing req
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