Wed.Nov 27, 2024

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T-Mobile Disputes Claims of Chinese Hack on Customer Data

Data Breach Today

T-Mobile Blocks Hackers But Warns Other U.S. Networks May Be Compromised T-Mobile disputed claims Wednesday that Chinese state-sponsored hackers breached its systems and stole customer data, warning that some U.S. communications networks may still be compromised and detailing how its layered defenses and third-party cybersecurity partnerships thwarted the attack.

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CISA Strongly Recommends Phishing-Resistant MFA

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We are excited to see the Cybersecurity Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and outgoing Director Jen Easterly strongly recommend PHISHING-RESISTANT multi-factor authentication (MFA).

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Script Kiddie 'Matrix' Builds Massive Botnet

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Likely Russian Hacker Exploits IoT Vulnerabilities, Many Known for Years An apparent Russian script kiddie is converting widespread security gaps into powerful botnets capable of launching global-scale distributed denial-of-service attacks. A threat actor with the online moniker "Matrix" is exploiting IoT vulnerabilities such as default credentials and outdated software.

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VMware fixed five vulnerabilities in Aria Operations product

Security Affairs

Virtualization giant VMware addressed multiple vulnerabilities in its Aria Operations product that can led to privilege escalation and XSS attacks. VMware released security updates to address five vulnerabilities in its Aria Operations product. Aria Operations (formerly known as VMware vRealize Operations) is a comprehensive cloud management and operations platform developed by VMware.

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Prevent Data Breaches With Zero-Trust Enterprise Password Management

Keeper Security is transforming cybersecurity for people and organizations around the world. Keeper’s affordable and easy-to-use solutions are built on a foundation of zero-trust and zero-knowledge security to protect every user on every device. Our next-generation privileged access management solution deploys in minutes and seamlessly integrates with any tech stack to prevent breaches, reduce help desk costs and ensure compliance.

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New EU Tech Commissioner to Focus on Tech Sovereignty

Data Breach Today

Henna Virkkunen Vows to Boost European innovation, Cut Regulations Newly-designed European Union tech commissioner Henna Virkkunen will lead efforts to establish Europe's tech sovereignty, said European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who will start a second term on Dec. 1. Virkkunen was a liberal-conservative Finnish member of the European Parliament.

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US Appeals Court Reverses Tornado Cash Sanctions

Data Breach Today

Department of Treasury Overstepped its Authority, Fifth Circuit Rules A U.S. federal appeals court ruled U.S. Department of Treasury exceeded its authority by sanctioning Tornado Cash, a cryptocurrency mixing service used by North Korean hackers to launder more than $455 million. Smart contracts "are not capable of being owned," the court ruled.

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VMware fixed five vulnerabilities in Aria Operations product

Security Affairs

Virtualization giant VMware addressed multiple vulnerabilities in its Aria Operations product that can led to privilege escalation and XSS attacks. VMware released security updates to address five vulnerabilities in its Aria Operations product. Aria Operations (formerly known as VMware vRealize Operations) is a comprehensive cloud management and operations platform developed by VMware.

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When Hackers Meet Tractors: Surprising Roles in IoT Security

Data Breach Today

How to Find a Career in Industrial IoT - on the Factory Floor or in the Cornfield Cybersecurity once conjured images of IT departments, server rooms and corporate firewalls. Today, it extends far beyond these traditional domains, becoming essential in fields like manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare, transportation, robotics and space exploration.

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Get 1 year of Hulu for $1 a month with this Black Friday deal

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Hulu's Black Friday deal drops the price of a monthly subscription to the streaming service from $7.99 to $0.99 a month for your first year. Don't miss out.

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Optimizing The Modern Developer Experience with Coder

Many software teams have migrated their testing and production workloads to the cloud, yet development environments often remain tied to outdated local setups, limiting efficiency and growth. This is where Coder comes in. In our 101 Coder webinar, you’ll explore how cloud-based development environments can unlock new levels of productivity. Discover how to transition from local setups to a secure, cloud-powered ecosystem with ease.

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Malicious Loan Apps Target Android Users in Africa, South America and Asia

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Researchers at McAfee warn of a surge in malicious loan apps targeting Android users across South America, Southern Asia, and Africa.

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This feature-rich, rugged Android smartphone I tested is $90 off for Black Friday

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This smartphone has a quad-core processor, a 20-day battery (on standby), and even a 100-megapixel camera! Right now it's on sale for 21% off.

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75% of Black Friday Spam Emails Are Scams

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Three out of four Black Friday-themed spam emails are scams, according to researchers at Bitdefender. Most of these scams are targeting users in the US and Europe.

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These studio monitors go toe-to-toe with my favorite speakers, and they cost much less

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If you're looking for a pair of desktop/studio speakers that don't take up much space but can fill a room with seriously impressive sound, the iLoud MTM MKII speakers are ready to rock.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Nearly Every Hacker Believes AI Tools Have Created a New Attack Vector

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A new survey of hackers shows that AI is not only empowering hackers to be more effective, but that AI itself is “ripe for exploitation.

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How I bought the Meta Ray-Bans for 20% off on Black Friday - and got an Amazon gift card too

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Consistent feature updates, a rare discount, and a free $90 Amazon gift card make the Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses a no-brainer purchase for me this holiday season.

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How DSPM Helps Businesses Meet Compliance Requirements

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Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) helps monitor, secure, and ensure compliance for sensitive data, reducing risks across diverse environments. Complying with cybersecurity regulations can be a source of great pain for organizations, especially those that handle and store particularly valuable and vulnerable information. Organizations in sectors like healthcare, finance, legal, and government often process vast amounts of highly sensitive data, and regulations exist to ensure and verify tha

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How to control Windows with Super God Mode (and enjoy settings omniscience)

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Super God Mode collects all the core Windows apps, features, and settings and serves them to you in one single series of folders. It's glorious.

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The Cloud Development Environment Adoption Report

Cloud Development Environments (CDEs) are changing how software teams work by moving development to the cloud. Our Cloud Development Environment Adoption Report gathers insights from 223 developers and business leaders, uncovering key trends in CDE adoption. With 66% of large organizations already using CDEs, these platforms are quickly becoming essential to modern development practices.

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Russian group RomCom exploited Firefox and Tor Browser zero-days to target attacks Europe and North America

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The Russian RomCom group exploited Firefox and Tor Browser zero-day vulnerabilities in attacks on users in Europe and North America. Russian-based cybercrime group RomCom (aka UAT-5647 , Storm-0978 , Tropical Scorpius , UAC-0180, UNC2596 ) exploited two Firefox and Tor Browser zero-day vulnerabilities in recent attacks on users across Europe and North America.

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Forget Bose: These open earbuds have a simpler design (and cost less)

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If you're looking for a pair of open-ear buds for working out, the Soundcore C40i are an inexpensive choice with a streamlined design.

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Bootkitty is the first UEFI Bootkit designed for Linux systems

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ESET discovered the first Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) bootkit specifically designed for Linux systems, named Bootkitty. Cybersecurity researchers from ESET discovered the first UEFI bootkit designed to target Linux systems, called by its authors Bootkitty. The bootkit allows attackers to disable the kernel’s signature verification feature and to preload two as yet unknown ELF binaries via the Linux init process.

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Amazon is selling every iPhone 16 model for one cent this Black Friday - here's how the deal works

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It's very much one of those 'too good to be true' offers for most people, but for the right customer, the one-cent iPhone dream can be realized with this Boost Mobile promo.

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The Tumultuous IT Landscape Is Making Hiring More Difficult

After a year of sporadic hiring and uncertain investment areas, tech leaders are scrambling to figure out what’s next. This whitepaper reveals how tech leaders are hiring and investing for the future. Download today to learn more!

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The state of secure information management: Strategies for securing access and protecting sensitive data 

OpenText Information Management

If you’re watching this space, you know we get a little excited about surveys. We’ve done the State of Zero Trust in 2023, the State of Passwordless , and in a couple of months we’ll present the State of ITDR. But before then, we’ll be sharing proprietary research from the upcoming State of Secure Information Management where we explore strategies to enable secure access and protect sensitive data.

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Get a Sam's Club membership for $20 right now - the lowest price we've seen. Here's how

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This deal gets you an annual Sam's Club membership for 60% off, so you can save even more ahead of the holidays.

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ProjectSend critical flaw actively exploited in the wild, experts warn

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Researchers warn that a critical security flaw in ProjectSend open-source file-sharing application may be under active exploitation. VulnCheck researchers warn that ProjectSend vulnerability CVE-2024-11680 (CVSS score: 9.8) appears to have been exploited by attackers in the wild. The vulnerability is an improper authentication issue that impacts ProjectSend versions before r1720.

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This $90 Hisense soundbar deal at Walmart will upgrade your home TV setup at a budget

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Typically sold for $180, the Hisense soundbar and wireless subwoofer duo have been discounted at Walmart for their lowest price yet -- and it makes a great gift.

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Introducing CDEs to Your Enterprise

Explore how enterprises can enhance developer productivity and onboarding by adopting self-hosted Cloud Development Environments (CDEs). This whitepaper highlights the simplicity and flexibility of cloud-based development over traditional setups, demonstrating how large teams can leverage economies of scale to boost efficiency and developer satisfaction.

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Bootkitty is the first UEFI Bootkit designed for Linux systems

Security Affairs

ESET discovered the first Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) bootkit specifically designed for Linux systems, named Bootkitty. Cybersecurity researchers from ESET discovered the first UEFI bootkit designed to target Linux systems, called by its authors Bootkitty. The bootkit allows attackers to disable the kernel’s signature verification feature and to preload two as yet unknown ELF binaries via the Linux init process.

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The best Black Friday Kindle deals: Shop sales available now

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Black Friday is two days away, and we found discounts on Kindle e-readers, like $30 off the popular Kindle Paperwhite, you can shop right now.

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ProjectSend critical flaw actively exploited in the wild, experts warn

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Researchers warn that a critical security flaw in ProjectSend open-source file-sharing application may be under active exploitation. VulnCheck researchers warn that ProjectSend vulnerability CVE-2024-11680 (CVSS score: 9.8) appears to have been exploited by attackers in the wild. The vulnerability is an improper authentication issue that impacts ProjectSend versions before r1720.