Data Protection Report

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

On 1 and 2 February 2024, at the fourth 4 th ASEAN Digital Ministers Meeting ( ADGMIN ) in Singapore, ASEAN [1] unveiled: the updated Joint Guide to ASEAN Model Contractual Clauses and EU Standard Contractual Clauses ( Joint MCC – SCC Guide ); and the ASEAN Guide on AI Governance and Ethics ( ASEAN AI Governance Guide ).

Government 58

Government Personal data Compliance Risk 58

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

In the most recent campaign, the group targeted organizations in the communications, manufacturing, utility, transportation, construction, maritime, government, information technology, and education sectors. The group also relies on customized versions of open-source tools for C2 communications and to stay under the radar.

Energy and Utilities 112

Energy and Utilities Communications Military Manufacturing 112

Security Affairs

DECEMBER 3, 2023

The malware was used in attacks against multiple industries, including education, real estate, retail, non-profit organizations, telecom companies, and governments. The backdoor is written in.NET and leverages the domain name service (DNS) protocol to establish a covert communication channel with the command and control infrastructure.

Retail 129

Retail Education Communications Government 129

Krebs on Security

MARCH 5, 2021

The espionage group is exploiting four newly-discovered flaws in Microsoft Exchange Server email software, and has seeded hundreds of thousands of victim organizations worldwide with tools that give the attackers total, remote control over affected systems. Microsoft’s initial advisory about the Exchange flaws credited Reston, Va.

Cleanup 364

Cleanup Cybersecurity Government Cloud 364

Collibra

APRIL 11, 2022

Data governance is a very intricate field, so implementing and sustaining data governance comes with a suite of challenges. Luckily, thousands, if not millions, of organizations use data governance to improve their operations, so you can learn from others’ mistakes and successes. Promote consistent communication.

Government 52

Government Communications Insurance Customer Experience 52

Collibra

MARCH 11, 2021

Data governance is a very intricate field, so implementing and sustaining data governance comes with a suite of challenges. Luckily, thousands, if not millions, of organizations use data governance to improve their operations, so you can learn from others’ mistakes and successes. Focus on the operating model.

Government 59

Government Communications Insurance Customer Experience 59

Security Affairs

DECEMBER 13, 2023

According to Microsoft, the campaign aimed at building capabilities that could disrupt critical communications infrastructure between the United States and Asia region in the case of future crises. The group also relies on customized versions of open-source tools for C2 communications and stay under the radar.

Communications 115

Communications Manufacturing Education Government 115

Security Affairs

APRIL 19, 2024

In the most recent campaign, the group targeted organizations in the communications, manufacturing, utility, transportation, construction, maritime, government, information technology, and education sectors. The group also relies on customized versions of open-source tools for C2 communications and to stay under the radar.

Energy and Utilities 101

Energy and Utilities Communications Military Manufacturing 101

Collibra

DECEMBER 16, 2020

As a result, data governance in healthcare is non-negotiable. Data governance is about managing data and processes so data can be used as a consistent, secure and organized asset that meets policies and standards. Why is data governance important for a healthcare organization? Large volumes of sensitive data. Data silos.

Government 59

Government Data Privacy Privacy Communications 59

erwin

APRIL 25, 2019

Data governance is one area where business and IT never seemed to establish ownership. Early attempts at data governance treated the idea as a game of volleyball, passing ownership back and forth, with one team responsible for storing data and running applications, and one responsible for using the data for business outcomes.

Digital transformation 94

Digital transformation Government Education Communications 94

Krebs on Security

MAY 14, 2021

” DarkSide organizers also said they were releasing decryption tools for all of the companies that have been ransomed but which haven’t yet paid. “After that, you will be free to communicate with them wherever you want in any way you want,” the instructions read. This word has become dangerous and toxic.”

Ransomware 364

Ransomware Education Communications Access 364

Security Affairs

APRIL 26, 2023

China-linked threat actor tracked as Alloy Taurus is using a Linux variant of the PingPull backdoor and a new tool dubbed Sword2033. In recent years, the researchers observed the group expanding its operations to include financial institutions and government entities. ” reads the analysis published by Unit 42. softether[.]net

Communications 96

Communications Military Government Libraries 96

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

“As early as 2022, APT28 actors had utilized compromised EdgeRouters to facilitate covert cyber operations against governments, militaries, and organizations around the world.” and foreign governments and military, security, and corporate organizations. ” reads the joint report. ” concludes the report. .

Energy and Utilities 100

Energy and Utilities Military Government Phishing 100

John Battelle's Searchblog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Our lives are now driven in large part by data, code, and processing, and by the governance of algorithms. I’ve always marveled at libertarians who think the best regulatory framework for government is none at all. Do they think that means there’s no governance ? A loan to better yourself through education?

Government 81

Government Marketing Education Insurance 81

The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

The program also commits to providing free training for transitioning military, first responders, veterans, military spouses, women, underrepresented minorities, and government personnel. training and education, to incorporate critical, complementary workforce needs such as cybersecurity, data analytics, mechatronics, and robotics.

Cybersecurity 147

Cybersecurity Manufacturing Military Artificial Intelligence 147

The Texas Record

AUGUST 27, 2019

On Friday, August 16, over twenty local government entities in Texas were targeted by a coordinated ransomware attack. This incident is the most recent in a year marked by cyberattacks on state and local governments across the country. In the wake of the attack, Texas local governments have been asking for help. Other Resources.

Government 56

Government Cybersecurity Ransomware Passwords 56

The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Our administration knows how important it is to protect our municipal governments, small businesses, and community organizations from cybersecurity threats,” said Secretary Yvonne Hao of the Executive Office of Economic Development.

Cybersecurity 100

Cybersecurity Artificial Intelligence Government Education 100

Security Affairs

MARCH 3, 2023

Once compromised a victim’s network, threat actors deploy the post-exploitation tool Cobalt Strike to maintain persistence and perform lateral movements. The operators have recently been observed using the Chisel tunneling tool for C2 communication. ” reads the alert.

Ransomware 92

Ransomware Encryption Cybersecurity Communications 92

eDiscovery Daily

MARCH 28, 2024

One key similarity lies in the meticulous management of data, starting from governance levels and progressing through collection, processing, review, and export stages. FOIA and public records requests are legally mandated, mirroring the legal frameworks that govern eDiscovery processes.

FOIA 41

FOIA Compliance Cloud Government 41

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JULY 12, 2023

It highlights the essential role of teachers, trainers, and other educators in providing skills for youth to transition to the labor market and actively engage in their communities and societies. In addition, women only comprised 20% of cybersecurity graduates and 19% of information and communications technology specialists.

Cybersecurity 115

Cybersecurity Education Communications Marketing 115

Security Affairs

MAY 25, 2023

According to Microsoft, the campaign aims at building capabilities that could disrupt critical communications infrastructure between the United States and Asia region in the case of future crises. The group also relies on customized versions of open-source tools for C2 communications and stay under the radar.

Communications 78

Communications Manufacturing Access Archiving 78

The Last Watchdog

MARCH 21, 2019

As a result, the development of de-anonymization tools is becoming increasingly more advanced. Here are a few unexpected examples of supposedly anonymous data reversal: •In 2016, the Australian government released what they called the “anonymous” (i. names and other identifying features were removed) medical data of 2.9

Metadata 230

Metadata IT Privacy Education 230

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023

Once obtained access to the City’s network, the group performed reconnaissance and information-gathering activities using legitimate third-party remote management tools. Royal was then able to traverse the internal City infrastructure during the surveillance period using legitimate 3rd party remote management tools.”

Ransomware 107

Ransomware Encryption Systems administration Cybersecurity 107

Security Affairs

MAY 4, 2023

Wednesday morning, the City’s security monitoring tools notified our Security Operations Center (SOC) that a likely ransomware attack had been launched within our environment,” reads the statement released by the City. reads the alert.

Ransomware 94

Ransomware IT Encryption Education 94

Security Affairs

APRIL 19, 2023

Mint Sandstorm also used custom tools in selected targets, notably organizations in the energy and transportation sectors. In the last stage of the attack, the subgroup deploys a custom malware variant, such as Drokbk or Soldier instead of using publicly available tools and simple scripts. ” concludes Microsoft.

Energy and Utilities 90

Energy and Utilities Military Education Phishing 90

Security Affairs

MAY 15, 2023

The highly-targeted attacks aim at organizations in government, aviation, education, and telecom sectors. The instances of the Merdoor backdoor analyzed by the researchers only differ for the embedded and encrypted configuration, which includes C2 communication method, service details, and the installation directory.

Encryption 85

Encryption Phishing Communications Education 85

Security Affairs

JUNE 21, 2019

Russia-linked Turla cyberspies used a new set of tools in new attacks and hijacked command and control infrastructure operated by Iran-Linked OilRig APT. Turla (aka Snake , Uroburos , Waterbug , Venomous Bear and KRYPTON ), has been active since at least 2007 targeting government organizations and private businesses.

Communications 81

Communications Government Data collection Education 81

IT Governance

JANUARY 11, 2023

A new phishing campaign has been discovered that imitates Flipper Zero, a cyber security tool used by penetration testers and white-hat hackers. The tool, which allows researchers to tinker with a range of hardware by supporting techniques including digital access key cloning, radio communication, NFC and Bluetooth, was created in 2020.

Phishing 105

Phishing Education Access Personal data 105

IT Governance

MARCH 15, 2022

Tools such as automation and AI and help organisations counter sophisticated cyber attacks and give security teams insights into the threat landscape. The data flow map is often a valuable tool when conducting a risk assessment , as it provides further insight into the way an organisation could be compromised. Get started.

Risk 126

Risk Data breaches Information Security Government 126

AIIM

APRIL 29, 2021

You can have some great, fantastic ideas about what you want to do with information, but you need to be able to educate everyone up and down the stack about what you are planning. Educate potentially stressed individuals on why changes need to occur. All the participants were drawn from the AIIM Community. Download the Report.

Education 265

Education Marketing Information governance Communications 265

Security Affairs

JUNE 3, 2023

According to government experts, the Royal ransomware attacks targeted numerous critical infrastructure sectors including, manufacturing, communications, healthcare and public healthcare (HPH), and education. similarities in jumps based on BinDiff, a comparison tool for binary files.” in basic blocks, and 98.4%

Ransomware 95

Ransomware Encryption File names Cybersecurity 95

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

The group has continued launching attacks against entities in Southeast Asia, including military, satellite communications, media and educational organizations. The Thrip group used both custom malware and legitimate tools to hit its targets that continue to include defense contractors, telecoms companies, and satellite operators.

Military 82

Military Communications Government Education 82

IT Governance

JUNE 30, 2022

Indeed, organisations’ most powerful tool in combating ransomware is effective communication. Education is the key to ransomware prevention. The post Meals on Wheels Disrupted by Suspected Ransomware Attack appeared first on IT Governance UK Blog. Get started.

Ransomware 124

Ransomware e-Delivery Education Phishing 124

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

The group is very sophisticated and used zero-day exploits and complex malware to conduct targeted attacks against governments and organizations in almost every industry, including financial, energy, telecommunications, and education, aerospace. Then the DePriMon malware uses Schannel for the communication.

Communications 104

Communications Encryption Education Authentication 104

Security Affairs

APRIL 6, 2023

A digital identification tool provided by OCR Labs to major banks and government agencies leaked sensitive credentials, putting clients at severe risk. London-based OCR Labs is a major provider of digital ID verification tools. IDKit verifies users by linking their faces to their identity documents.

IT 88

IT Financial Services Access Risk 88

IBM Big Data Hub

JANUARY 18, 2024

Interact when and where customers are Conversational marketing can be deployed across a wide variety of platforms and tools to meet your customers where and how they prefer. Offer personalized services Chatbots can be programmed to communicate with customers upon their arrival, fostering distinctive and personalized interactions.

Sales 98

Sales Artificial Intelligence Communications Marketing 98

IT Governance

MARCH 8, 2022

The Ukrainian government and its military were targeted by DDoS (distributed denial-of-service) attacks, while a pro-Ukrainian group attacked the Belarusian railway system with ransomware after discovering that it was being used by Russia to transport tanks and weapons. Beware of remote access takeover scams. Get started.

Phishing 144

Phishing Military Access Education 144