Wed.Nov 06, 2024

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Video: How Hackers Steal Your Cookies & How to Stop Them

eSecurity Planet

Cookies play a crucial role in enhancing your online experience, but they can also be exploited by cybercriminals to access sensitive information. In this video, our expert delves into what cookies are and their function in web browsing, explores the techniques hackers use to steal them — such as session hijacking and cross-site scripting (XSS) — and shares effective strategies and tools to protect your cookies and personal data in 2024.

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Canada ordered ByteDance to shut down TikTok operations in the country over security concerns

Security Affairs

Canada ordered ByteDance to shut down TikTok operations over security concerns but did not issue a full ban on the platform. The Canadian government ordered ByteDance to wind up TikTok Technology Canada, Inc. over security concerns following a national security review under the Investment Canada Act Canada’s decision to require ByteDance to dissolve the operations of the popular video-sharing platform was guided by security and intelligence advice.

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The best open-source AI models: All your free-to-use options explained

Collaboration 2.0

Here are the best open-source and free-to-use AI models for text, images, and audio, organized by type, application, and licensing considerations.

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Critical bug in Cisco UWRB access points allows attackers to run commands as root

Security Affairs

Cisco fixed a critical flaw in URWB access points, allowing attackers to run root commands, compromising industrial wireless automation security. Cisco has addressed a critical vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-20418 , that could be exploited by unauthenticated, remote attackers to run commands with root privileges on vulnerable Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul (URWB) access points used for industrial wireless automation.

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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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The Thunderbird email client finally landed on Android, and it was worth the wait

Collaboration 2.0

It's been years in the making, but the Thunderbird developers have finally brought the open-source email client to Android.

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Columbus Ransomware Attack Exposes 500,000+ Residents’ Data: How to Stay Safe

eSecurity Planet

In a stunning blow to the city’s cybersecurity defenses, Columbus, Ohio, recently became the target of a massive cyberattack that exposed over half a million residents’ sensitive information. Following a July 18 attack by the Rhysida ransomware group — believed to have Russian affiliations — Columbus is still reeling from the exposure of vast amounts of sensitive resident data.

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Synology fixed critical flaw impacting millions of DiskStation and BeePhotos NAS devices

Security Affairs

Synology addressed a critical vulnerability in DiskStation and BeePhotos NAS devices that could lead to remote code execution. Taiwanese vendor Synology has addressed a critical security vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-10443, that impacts DiskStation and BeePhotos. An attacker can exploit the flaw without any user interaction and successful exploitation of this flaw could lead to remote code execution.

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Business in the age of AI: From economies of scale to ecosystems of success

Collaboration 2.0

With neither infrastructure nor silos to slow it down, World Central Kitchen delivers a million meals a day, every day. It also delivers important lessons for your business.

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Memorial Hospital and Manor suffered a ransomware attack

Security Affairs

Georgia, a ransomware attack disrupted Memorial Hospital and Manor’s access to its Electronic Health Record system. A ransomware attack hit Memorial Hospital and Manor in Bainbridge, Georgia, and disrupted the access to its Electronic Health Record system. Memorial Hospital and Manor is a community hospital and healthcare facility that serves Decatur County and surrounding areas in southwest Georgia.

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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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Better than Ring? This video doorbell has similar features and none of the monthly fees

Collaboration 2.0

The Lorex 2K video doorbell is the brand's flagship security system, and it's well worth the upfront cost.

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INTERPOL: Operation Synergia II disrupted +22,000 malicious IPs

Security Affairs

A global law enforcement operation called Operation Synergia II dismantled over 22,000 malicious IPs linked to phishing, infostealers, and ransomware, INTERPOL said. INTERPOL announced this week it took down more than 22,000 malicious servers linked to cybercriminal activities as part of a global operation code-named Operation Synergia II. Operation Synergia II is a collaborative effort by INTERPOL, private sector partners, and 95 countries, that targeted phishing, ransomware, and infostealers f

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Video: 2.9 Billion Records Compromised in NPD Breach – Recap

eSecurity Planet

In this video, we explore the alarming details surrounding the largest data breach ever, which has exposed an astonishing 2.9 billion records linked to the National Public Data (NPD) breach. This event has compromised sensitive information for nearly half of the global population, including Social Security numbers and personal family details, raising significant concerns about data security and individual safety.

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Why I wear this $180 smartwatch even after testing Garmin and Samsung watches

Collaboration 2.0

The Amazfit Balance, running on Zepp OS 3.0, proved to me that it's worthy of being anyone's primary smartwatch. And it has received a second price drop before Black Friday.

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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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Boost Your Security Posture With Objective-Based Penetration Testing

IT Governance

To maximise value from your security investments , your measures must be effective How can you be confident your measures are fit for purpose – and prove it to stakeholders like customers, partners and regulators? Penetration t esting (also known as ‘pen testing’ or ‘ethical hacking’) offers a vital tool for identifying gaps and opportunities to strengthen your security programme.

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This 13-inch laptop I recommend for business travel is not a Lenovo ThinkPad or MacBook

Collaboration 2.0

Lenovo's ThinkBook 13x Gen 4 has a lightweight and durable form factor - and a Magic Bay accessory that I can't stop thinking about.

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A Critical Guide to Securing Large Language Models

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

A Critical Guide to Securing Large Language Models madhav Thu, 11/07/2024 - 06:25 Securing large language models (LLMs) presents unique challenges due to their complexity, scale, and data interactions. Before we dive into securing them, let’s touch on the basics. What are LLMs? LLMs are Large Language Models that are advanced artificial intelligence systems designed to understand and generate human-like text.

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The 10 best tech stocking stuffers people will actually want

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I test out nifty tech gadgets all year long. Here are my 10 favorite products that make perfect stocking stuffers for the upcoming holiday season.

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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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IoT Devices in Password-Spraying Botnet

Schneier on Security

Microsoft is warning Azure cloud users that a Chinese controlled botnet is engaging in “highly evasive” password spraying. Not sure about the “highly evasive” part; the techniques seem basically what you get in a distributed password-guessing attack: “Any threat actor using the CovertNetwork-1658 infrastructure could conduct password spraying campaigns at a larger scale and greatly increase the likelihood of successful credential compromise and initial access to mul

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One of the longest-lasting Android tablets I've tested isn't made by Samsung or Google

Collaboration 2.0

If you value battery life and a tablet that can withstand the elements, consider the Oukitel RT3 Pro. As a bonus, it's surprisingly affordable.

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A better way to navigate the requirements of BCBS 239

Collibra

More than ten years after its introduction in January 2013, banks still struggle to fully adopt the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision’s standard number 239 (BCBS 239). This global standard was created in response to the 2008 financial crisis. Its goal is to improve how banks and financial institutions manage risks and make decisions to better handle and mitigate those risks.

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Prime Video now offers AI-generated show recaps - but no spoilers!

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Forgot what happened last season? Or even last week? X-Ray Recaps can summarize what you missed - and these TVs are the first to see the new feature.

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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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Vulnerability Remediation: Why your security relies on it

Jamf

Learn about vulnerability remediation, including what it is and why it’s a critical component of your organizational security posture and overarching cybersecurity strategy to keep endpoints, users and data secure from threats and attacks.

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The best MagSafe battery packs of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed

Collaboration 2.0

We've tested dozens of battery packs. These are the best MagSafe options from Anker, Belkin, Torras, and more to keep your phone's battery boosted.

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Video: Top Cybersecurity Threats That You Need to Fix

eSecurity Planet

Discover the actions you can take to protect your online presence from cybersecurity threats in this video. We’ll explore the details of current vulnerabilities, their potential impact on your website, and the crucial steps you should implement to safeguard your data. We start with a critical WordPress vulnerability that threatens millions of sites, followed by configuration issues with AWS Application Load Balancer and the urgent need to upgrade Chrome.

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The best VPN routers of 2024

Collaboration 2.0

Looking for a new router to give your home blanket VPN coverage? These are the best VPN-compatible routers that provide secure, fast, and reliable connections.

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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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Security vulnerability remediation: What it is and why it’s critical to your cybersecurity strategy

Jamf

Learn everything about vulnerability remediation.

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The obvious reason why I'm not sold on smartphone AI features yet (and I'm not alone)

Collaboration 2.0

Manufacturers are betting on AI to be the future of phones. That might be the case, but is that what consumers want or need?

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South Korea fined Meta $15.67M for illegally collecting and sharing Facebook users

Security Affairs

South Korea fined Meta $15.67M for illegally collecting and sharing Facebook users’ sensitive data, including political views and sexual orientation, with advertisers. South Korea’s data privacy watchdog, Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC), fined Meta 21.62 billion won ($15.67 million) for illegally collecting sensitive personal information from Facebook users, including data about their political views and sexual orientation, and sharing it with advertisers without th

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