Security Affairs

JUNE 8, 2021

Trojan Shield operation: The FBI and Australian Federal Police ran an encrypted chat platform that was used by crime gangs and intercepted their communications. The FBI and Australian Federal Police (AFP) ran an encrypted chat platform that was used by crime gangs and intercepted their communications.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 19, 2023

Application security tools and software solutions are designed to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities and threats in software applications. These tools play a vital role in ensuring the security, integrity, and confidentiality of sensitive information, such as personal data and financial records.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

AUGUST 16, 2023

Enterprise Secrets Management Explained: Best Practices, Challenges, and Tool Selection madhav Thu, 08/17/2023 - 06:28 Whether hosted in the cloud or on-premises, modern applications and integrations have accelerated the need for digital secrets. This includes sensitive data such as passwords, encryption keys, APIs, tokens, and certificates.

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Security Affairs

JULY 5, 2020

Experts spotted recent samples of the Snake ransomware that were isolating the infected systems while encrypting files to avoid interference. The Snake ransomware kills processes from a predefined list, including ICS-related processes, to encrypt associated files. ” continues the analysis. ” concludes the report.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Each time we use a mobile app or website-hosted service, digital certificates and the Public Key Infrastructure ( PKI ) come into play — to assure authentication and encrypt sensitive data transfers. This is a fundamental component of Digital Trust – and the foundation for securing next-gen digital connections.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 23, 2024

uk @GossiTheDog @UK_Daniel_Card @SOSIntel @joetidy pic.twitter.com/erEvd0DtBT — Dominic Alvieri (@AlvieriD) January 22, 2024 The group claims to have stolen 750 gigabytes of sensitive data, including users’ personal documents and corporate documents. The position of the encrypted blocks is determined by the file size.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 18, 2021

Wintriage is a live response tool that extracts Windows artifacts, it allows to extract the most artifacts as possible, but in a selective way. Those tools are great, but the extracted info is not always enough. So, in 2019 I decided to start writing my own tool. Wintriage is a live response tool that extracts Windows artifacts.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

The gang also published several pictures of passports and company documents as proof of the hack. The ransomware identifies user accounts by viewing successful logins in Windows Event Viewer, it also uses a modified variant of the open-source PSnmap Tool. The Cactus ransomware relies on multiple legitimate tools (e.g.

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OneHub

AUGUST 5, 2022

The advantages of online collaboration tools are many, but at the core it’s about getting the most out of every employee and collaboration partner on every project without wearing people down or burning them out. Not all tools guarantee the same features and results, though. Why risk your data and documents with anything less?

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OneHub

AUGUST 12, 2021

Last week we covered how investing in internal documentation can save your organization significant time and money, not to mention hassle and stress. How do you keep internal documents accurate? What’s the easiest way to make this documentation accessible? Determine what information needs to be documented.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 27, 2021

In a developing market, third-party risk management (TPRM) software and tools could be the answer to helping organizations fill the gap. This article looks at the top third-party risk management vendors and tools and offers a look into TPRM solutions and what buyers should consider before purchasing. Aravo TPRM. RSA Archer Insight.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

APRIL 4, 2023

The Security Challenges of Generative AI Tools: Can a Loose Prompt Sink Your Ship? Fast forward to 2023, and this adage finds new meaning in the context of generative AI tools, like OpenAI ChatGPT, Google Bard, and Microsoft Copilot. What are generative AI tools? These AI tools are based on Large Language Models (LLM).

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 18, 2019

Encrypted flash drives, essentially secure storage on a stick, are a proven technology that has been readily available for at least 15 years. And yet today there is a resurgence in demand for encrypted flash drives. And yet today there is a resurgence in demand for encrypted flash drives. Kim: It’s forensics evidence.

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OneHub

MAY 3, 2021

What is file encryption? Encrypting business files is a critical practice that protects sensitive company data from unauthorized users. The process involves an encryption algorithm that processes a file’s data, turning it from plaintext (accessible to anyone) into ciphertext (requires a password or decryption key).

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 7, 2020

The stolen data includes source code and developer documents and tools, some documents are labeled as “confidential” or “restricted secret.” ” The hackers shared the documents on the file-sharing site MEGA. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->.

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OneHub

MAY 13, 2021

Project managers are the unsung superheroes of the professional world, but document approvals are their kryptonite. So, how do you get a document approved on time without harassing your client? Create a secure, standardized system for document approvals. In-browser document previews are another great feature to look for.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 29, 2023

The phishing emails attempt to trick recipients into clicking on an embedded link to view a document. Once the file is opened, a PowerShell command downloads a decoy document from a remote server, along with the Python programming language interpreter and the Client.py The tool relies on the IMAP protocol as a control channel.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 8, 2023

Steel “Modern cryptography management and cryptographic agility are essential for organizations of all sizes; however, there has been a distinct lack of open-source tools for developers to support these features,” said Graham Steel, Head of Product for SandboxAQ’s security group. A broad range of U.S.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 12, 2024

Ensure that the tools you purchase are in line with data management standards, regulatory needs, and your financial limits. Use cybersecurity training tools , seminars, online courses, and simulations to successfully engage staff and reinforce fundamental network security principles.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

APRIL 10, 2024

Although this deadline is past, use this checklist to ensure you have everything in order: Environment Inventory : Ensure you thoroughly map and document all systems, components, and processes interacting with cardholder data (CHD). documentation for a complete outline of the Phase One requirements. Consult the official PCI DSS 4.0

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

AUGUST 5, 2021

For years, encryption has served as the primary tool for defending this information, both on-premises and in the cloud. But just as enterprises are responsible for safeguarding their sensitive information, they must also protect the encryption methods themselves. Encryption under threat.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 21, 2021

Governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) software helps businesses manage all of the necessary documentation and processes for ensuring maximum productivity and preparedness. GRC tools are also useful for preventing and addressing vulnerabilities that will inevitably impact your systems, resources, and stakeholders. RSA Archer.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 8, 2019

Cisco Talos experts uncovered a new wave of attacks tracked as Frankenstein campaign, attackers used tools built by combining four open-source techniques. Security experts at Cisco Talos uncovered a series of highly targeted attacks, tracked as Frankenstein campaign, hackers used tools built by combining four different open-source techniques.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 1, 2022

The QakBot and IceID campaigns, the report notes, trick victims with malicious HTML files masquerading as PDF documents. When victims open the files, they’re redirected to fake online document viewers masquerading as Adobe or Google Drive web pages, which tell victims to open an encrypted ZIP file allegedly containing the document.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Symantec researchers are warning that a BlackByte ransomware affiliate has begun using a custom data exfiltration tool, Infostealer.Exbyte, to steal data from victims’ networks as part of their attacks. BlackByte Exfiltration Tool. Exbyte then searches for document files (.txt,doc,pdf),

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Public Wi-Fi users are prime targets for MITM attacks because the information they send is often not encrypted, meaning it’s easy for hackers to access your data. Look for the “https” in the website’s URL—it means there’s some level of encryption.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 8, 2019

Cisco Talos experts uncovered a new wave of attacks tracked as Frankenstein campaign, attackers used tools built by combining four open-source techniques. Security experts at Cisco Talos uncovered a series of highly targeted attacks, tracked as Frankenstein campaign, hackers used tools built by combining four different open-source techniques.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Data lineage can be a powerful tool in strengthening data security: Access Control: By understanding who accesses data and where it moves, organizations can implement robust access control mechanisms, ensuring that only authorized personnel can access sensitive information.

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Archive Document Data Storage

MARCH 20, 2019

Here are several signs it may be time to digitise your documents: You Can’t Afford a Privacy Breach. With a professional document scanning solution, your documents are converted to digital files and hosted in a document management repository that offers advanced encryption tools. Time is Slipping Away.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 18, 2022

“The covert self-developed tool and the associated C2 commands seem to be the work of a sophisticated, unknown threat actor who has targeted approximately 100 victims,” SafeBreach director of security research Tomer Bar wrote in a blog post today detailing the findings. Read next: Best Digital Forensics Tools & Software.

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Armstrong Archives

MARCH 13, 2024

While many healthcare documents are now digital, care providers still have millions of paper files that need to be digitized. Medical records scanning solutions from providers like Armstrong Archives can help organizations bridge the gap between their existing physical documents and EHR data.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Encryption uses mathematical algorithms to transform and encode data so that only authorized parties can access it. What Encryption Is and How It Relates to Cryptology The science of cryptography studies codes, how to create them, and how to solve them. How Does Encryption Process Data? How Does Encryption Process Data?

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

CIA has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for leaking classified documents. Former CIA employee Joshua Adam Schulte has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for passing classified documents to WikiLeaks and for possessing child pornographic material. A former software engineer with the U.S.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Breaking Encryption Encryption is a key security solution for both at-rest and in-transit data protection. Vulnerabilities in encryption techniques, on the other hand, or bad key management policies, might expose data to prospective intrusions. Attackers may try to exploit these flaws to decode and access sensitive data.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

The HelloKitty ransomware group, like other ransomware gangs, implements a double extortion model, stealing sensitive documents from victims before encrypting them. The ransomware gang targets their victims’ websites with DDoS attacks if they refuse to pay the ransom. ” continues the alert.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JUNE 15, 2023

The most effective way to ensure data security is through encryption and proper key management. Key Management as a Service (KMaaS) allows companies to manage encryption keys more effectively through a cloud-based solution instead of running the service on physical, on-premises hardware.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 5, 2021

The Ransomware perform file system enumeration while encrypting the victim files, then appends the extension “.BlackCocaine BlackCocaine ” to the filenames of encrypted files. The researchers reported that ransomware uses the AES and RSA encryption methods. The payload file is a UPX-packed 64-bit Windows executable file.

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