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China-linked threat actors have breached telcos and network service providers

Security Affairs

Both tools could be used to target SOHO and other routers manufactured by major industry providers, including Cisco, Fortinet, and MikroTik. ” The agencies also provide a list of recommendations to mitigate and detect these attacks: Keep systems and products updated and patched as soon as possible after patches are released [ D3-SU ].

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First Multistate HIPAA Data Breach Lawsuit May Signal Increased State Interest in Data Security Enforcement

Data Matters

According to the complaint, over a period of 19 days, hackers were able to infiltrate the Company’s computer systems. The complaint states that the Company failed to implement basic industry-accepted data security measures to protect PHI from unauthorized access, and did not have adequate controls in place.

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CyberheistNews Vol 13 #24 [The Mind's Bias] Pretexting Now Tops Phishing in Social Engineering Attacks

KnowBe4

Blog post with screen shots and links: [link] A Master Class on Cybersecurity: Roger A. Grimes Teaches Password Best Practices What really makes a "strong" password? How do hackers crack your passwords with ease? Over half of the victims have been able to get back at least 82% of the money that was stolen. Join Roger A.

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Only now we known that International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) was hacked in 2016

Security Affairs

” reported a blog post published by ESET. “The analyst at Lockheed Martin emphasized that this attack could represent a “significant threat to the aviation industry.”” The agency thus becoming a one-stop shop for the hacking of all other players in the aerospace industry.”. “ reports Radio-Canada.

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CyberheistNews Vol 13 #19 [Watch Your Back] New Fake Chrome Update Error Attack Targets Your Users

KnowBe4

Blog post with links: [link] A Master Class on IT Security: Roger A. Blog post with links: [link] Warren Buffet just commented on AI too, he likens AI to the atomic bomb in that "we won't be able to un-invent it" Link at Fortune Magazine: [link] WIRED Magazine published: "These ChatGPT Rivals Are Designed to Play With Your Emotions."

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Top Cybersecurity Accounts to Follow on Twitter

eSecurity Planet

Krebs wrote for The Washington Post between 1995 and 2009 before launching his current blog KrebsOnSecurity.com. His 1994 book detailing cryptographic algorithms ( Applied Cryptography ) was just the beginning of his contributions to technical perspectives on system design, cybersecurity, privacy, and more. Dave Kennedy | @hackingdave.

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Best beginner cyber security certifications

IT Governance

The CompTIA Security+ qualification is widely considered to be one of the best introductions to the cyber security industry. System administrator Network administrator Security administrator IT auditor Security analyst or security specialist Security consultant. CompTIA Security+. Potential job roles. Download now.