Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

Tutanota , the popular free and open-source end-to-end encrypted email software, has been blocked by Russian authorities. The popular free and open-source end-to-end encrypted email service Tutanota has been blocked in Russia on Friday evening. ” states Tutanota. We condemn the blocking of Tutanota. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Researchers warn of a new evolution of the PurpleFox botnet, operators included exploits and leverage WebSockets for C2 communication. Its operators have added new exploits and payloads, according to the experts, the new variant leverages WebSockets to implement more secure C2 bidirectional communication. Pierluigi Paganini.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

DNS security protects the domain name system (DNS) from attackers seeking to reroute traffic to malicious sites. This article will provide an overview of DNS Security, common attacks, and how to use DNS security to prevent DNS attacks and manipulation. in the DNS cache for more efficient delivery of information to users.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

However, there’s still a long way to go to achieve deep interoperability of interconnected services in a way that preserves privacy and is very secure. Matter works much the way website authentication and website traffic encryption gets executed. That’s because gadgets that bear the Matter logo are more readily available than ever.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 4, 2021

percent of all malware detected on networks of WatchGuard Technologies customers in the second quarter came over encrypted connections, raising the security risk for the 80 percent of such organizations that lack processes for decrypting and scanning HTTPS traffic for threats. Malware in Encrypted Traffic. A surprising 91.5

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 15, 2020

The Video conferencing platform Zoom announced the implementation of end-to-end encryption (E2EE) and its availability starting next week. The popular Video conferencing platform Zoom announced the availability of the end-to-end encryption (E2EE) starting next week. ” reads the post published by the company. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

Apple announced a new post-quantum cryptographic protocol called PQ3 that will be integrated into the company messaging application iMessage to secure communications against highly sophisticated quantum attacks. PQ3 introduces a new post-quantum encryption key in the set of public keys generated locally by each device.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 6, 2021

The malware encrypts files and spreads to the entire system to maximize damage, which forces companies to lock down the whole network to stop the propagation. Encryption is the Key. Encryption is used everywhere. Encrypting is neither hashing nor obfuscating files. What Happens During Ransomware Encryption?

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Data Breach Today

MAY 21, 2022

Microsoft: XorDDos is Known for Using Secure Shell Brute Force Attacks Microsoft has observed a 254% increase in activity over the past six months from a Linux Trojan called XorDDos.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 29, 2023

xyz pic.twitter.com/VLhISark8Y — Goldwave (@OGoldwave) March 13, 2023 The variant employed in the campaign supports a more sophisticated encryption method of byte remapping and a monthly rotation of the C2 server. ViperSoftX also implements basic anti-C&C analyses by disallowing communications using web browsers.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 26, 2019

Even though encryption should be taken seriously by businesses of all sizes, only a small fraction of the corporate sector puts their back on it. Emails make up a significant part of our day to day business communications. Emails make up a significant part of our day to day business communications.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Related: The security case for AR, VR AI chatbots use natural language processing, which enables them to understand and respond to human language and machine learning algorithms. Popular AI platforms Communication channels like websites, messaging apps and voice assistants are increasingly adopting AI chatbots. These tools saved 2.5

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 15, 2022

Security researchers from Cleafy reported that the SOVA Android banking malware is back and is rapidly evolving. The SOVA Android banking trojan was improved, it has a new ransomware feature that encrypts files on Android devices, Cleafy researchers report. The malware has been active since 2021 and evolves over time.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 3, 2021

Researchers found multiple flaws in the Realtek RTL8170C Wi-Fi module that could be exploited to elevate privileges and hijack wireless communications. Researchers from Israeli IoT security firm Vdoo found multiple vulnerabilities in the Realtek RTL8170C Wi-Fi module that could allow to elevate privileges and hijack wireless communications.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Infrastructure as a service security is a concept that assures the safety of organizations’ data, applications, and networks in the cloud. Understanding the risks, advantages, and best practices connected with IaaS security is becoming increasingly important as enterprises shift their infrastructure to the cloud.

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Schneier on Security

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

We can and should get the benefits of the cloud while taking security back into our own hands. These ideas, which we’ll refer to in the aggregate as “decoupling,” allow us to rethink both security and privacy. In security this is called Least Privilege. Here we outline a strategy for doing that.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 24, 2021

Telegram is a legitimate service and enterprise AV engines and security solutions trust its traffic. Experts also noticed that the RAT implements Ransomware features such as the ability to encrypt and decrypt victim’s files. ” If you want to receive the weekly Security Affairs Newsletter for free subscribe here. .”

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Security Affairs

MARCH 15, 2021

The CEO of the encrypted communications firm Sky Global has been indicted in the US on charges of facilitating international drug trafficking. The head of the Canada-based company Sky Global that provides encrypted communications, Jean-Francois Eap, has been indicted in the US on charges of facilitating international drug trafficking.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 18, 2024

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. It excels in remote access, scalability, and security, with distributed storage options and privacy adherence capabilities.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 21, 2024

A joint advisory published by CISA, the FBI, Europol, and the Netherlands’ National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC-NL) revealed that since early 2023, Akira ransomware operators received $42 million in ransom payments from more than 250 victims worldwide. “Akira threat actors utilize a sophisticated hybrid encryption scheme to lock data.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

It was just a few short years ago that the tech sector, led by Google, Mozilla and Microsoft, commenced a big push to increase the use of HTTPS – and its underlying TLS authentication and encryption protocol. Related: Why Google’s HTTPS push is a good thing At the time, just 50 % of Internet traffic used encryption.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 9, 2020

The importance of computer identity in network communications: how to protect it and prevent threat actors from spying or stealing on online communications. The confidentiality of information in internet communications. Hash encryption is used to ensure integrity and authentication. The hash function.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

a Lehi,Utah-based supplier of digital certificates, found 71 percent of global organizations already see the emergence of quantum processing power as a material security threat. Their trepidation is focused on the potential undermining of a core security component of classical computing systems: encryption.

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Schneier on Security

APRIL 21, 2020

The Dutch intelligence service has been able to read encrypted communications from dozens of countries since the late 1970s thanks to a microchip, according to research by de Volkskrant on Thursday. The Netherlands could eavesdrop on confidential communication from countries such as Iran, Egypt and Saudi Arabia.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 12, 2023

That’s the case with Active Directory legacy protocols, so to help you secure your Active Directory environment, we’ve created a script to help you ensure that legacy protocols are disabled. Your primary goal in securing Active Directory infrastructure is to reduce the attack surface. has surpassed TLS 1.1 protocol.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

The activity of the TeamTNT group has been detailed by security firm Trend Micro, but in August 2020 experts from Cado Security discovered that botnet is also able to target misconfigured Kubernetes installations. “Breaking the cryptographic encryption is considered “Mission: Impossible”. Pierluigi Paganini.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Even in the cloud era, Microsoft Exchange Server remains a staple business communications tool across the globe. Fortunately, effective tools and wise best practices can help mitigate this this exposure enabling companies to indefinitely leverage Exchange Server as a productive, resilient and secure communications tool.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 1, 2023

Wireless security is the protection of wireless networks, devices and data from unwanted access and breaches. Wireless security is critical because these networks are subject to eavesdropping, interception, data theft, denial of services ( DoS ) assaults, and malware infestations. What is Wireless Security?

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Schneier on Security

JULY 24, 2019

Yesterday, Attorney General William Barr gave a major speech on encryption policy -- what is commonly known as "going dark." Speaking at Fordham University in New York, he admitted that adding backdoors decreases security but that it is worth it. percent level of protection? percent level of protection? This is untenable.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

Remote access security is critical for protecting increasingly distributed work environments, ensuring that only authorized users can access your valuable information regardless of their location. The technologies for secure remote access can range from VPNs and multi-factor authentication to more advanced access and zero trust controls.

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Schneier on Security

JUNE 27, 2018

The IEEE came out in favor of strong encryption: IEEE supports the use of unfettered strong encryption to protect confidentiality and integrity of data and communications. Governments have legitimate law enforcement and national security interests.

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Data Breach Today

JUNE 11, 2021

The latest edition of the ISMG Security Report features an analysis of lawmakers' grilling of Colonial Pipeline CEO Joseph Blount over his handling of the DarkSide ransomware attack. Also featured: How the FBI helped trick criminals into using an encrypted communications service that it was able to monitor.

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Data Breach Today

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

Lawmaker Asks for Encryption and Authentication Requirements U.S. Senator Ron Wyden is pushing the Federal Communications Commission to ensure that wireless carriers build new security measures, such as encryption and authentication, into 5G networks as they're rolled out over the next several years.

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Schneier on Security

AUGUST 14, 2019

Last month, Attorney General William Barr gave a major speech on encryption policy­what is commonly known as "going dark." Speaking at Fordham University in New York, he admitted that adding backdoors decreases security but that it is worth it. percent level of protection? percent level of protection? This is untenable.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 11, 2023

Related: Preserving the privacy of the elderly As more traders and investors engage in these investment avenues, it is crucial to adopt robust security measures to safeguard sensitive and regulated information. This includes scanning all materials, such as investor onboarding documents and communication.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 11, 2024

. – April 11, 2024 – Simbian today emerged from stealth mode with oversubscribed $10M seed funding to deliver on fully autonomous security. Simbian is committed to making security fully autonomous by delegating all tactical tasks to its trusted AI platform, allowing users to focus on strategic security goals. billion by 2028.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Cloud security builds off of the same IT infrastructure and security stack principles of a local data center. However, a cloud vendor offering provides a pre-packaged solution that absorbs some operational and security responsibilities from the customer. Also read: CNAP Platforms: The Next Evolution of Cloud Security.

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