Schneier on Security

AUGUST 3, 2021

Forbes has the story : Paragon’s product will also likely get spyware critics and surveillance experts alike rubbernecking: It claims to give police the power to remotely break into encrypted instant messaging communications, whether that’s WhatsApp, Signal, Facebook Messenger or Gmail, the industry sources said.

Manufacturing 144

Manufacturing Encryption Communications Access 144

The Last Watchdog

JULY 30, 2018

One sliver of the $90 billion, or so, companies are expected to spend this year on cybersecurity products and services is an estimated $85 million they will shell out for encrypted flash drives. We discussed why encrypted flash drives have become established as a must-have portable business tool in the digital age. Park: Exactly.

Encryption 203

Encryption Military Passwords Authentication 203

Security Affairs

AUGUST 31, 2021

Recently emerged LockFile ransomware family LockFile leverages a novel technique called intermittent encryption to speed up encryption. Sophos researchers discovered that the group is now leveraging a new technique called “intermittent encryption” to speed up the encryption process.

Encryption 107

Encryption Ransomware Financial Services Manufacturing 107

The Security Ledger

JANUARY 14, 2022

The post Spotlight: ShardSecure on Protecting Data At Rest Without Encryption appeared first on The Security Ledger with Paul F. Related Stories Episode 230: Are Vaccine Passports Cyber Secure? Spotlight: COVID Broke Security. As always, you can check our full conversation in our latest Security Ledger podcast at Blubrry.

Encryption 98

Encryption Cloud Marketing Data breaches 98

Krebs on Security

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Peter is an IT manager for a technology manufacturer that got hit with a Russian ransomware strain called “ Zeppelin ” in May 2020. He’d been on the job less than six months, and because of the way his predecessor architected things, the company’s data backups also were encrypted by Zeppelin. ” they wrote.

Ransomware 313

Ransomware Encryption Manufacturing Phishing 313

Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 28, 2020

In March 2020, KrebsOnSecurity alerted Swedish security giant Gunnebo Group that hackers had broken into its network and sold the access to a criminal group which specializes in deploying ransomware. The company has operations in 25 countries, more than 4,000 employees, and billions in revenue annually. Acting on a tip from Milwaukee, Wis.-based

Ransomware 344

Ransomware Security Agriculture Cybersecurity 344

The Last Watchdog

MAY 8, 2019

Related: Marriott reports huge data breach Ever thought about encrypting the data held on a portable storage device? Launched as a one-man operation in 2007, DataLocker has grown into a leading manufacturer of encrypted external drives, thumb drives, flash drives and self-encrypting, recordable CDs and DVDs.

Encryption 147

Encryption Cloud Access Manufacturing 147

Rocket Software

JULY 20, 2022

Global manufacturing companies operating within expansive ecosystems (e.g., automotive, aerospace, defense or hi-tech) are vulnerable to slowed flows of raw materials and finished goods, which can substantially disrupt manufacturing workflows and multi-tier collaboration. time-consuming. vulnerable to mistakes.

Manufacturing 76

Manufacturing Compliance Encryption Risk 76

IBM Big Data Hub

MAY 8, 2024

Operating as a security service partner, FreeDivision leverages IBM’s endpoint detection and response (EDR) solution, IBM Security® QRadar® EDR, as part of its solution, freedivision.io, to address the unique security concerns of its clients. Our data was completely stolen and then encrypted.

Security 67

Security Ransomware Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity 67

Security Affairs

MAY 4, 2023

The City confirmed the security incident and is working to recover from the ransomware attack that impacted its services, including the police department. The City confirmed the security incident and is working to recover from the ransomware attack that impacted its services, including the police department.

Ransomware 92

Ransomware IT Encryption Education 92

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Phobos variants are usually distributed by the SmokeLoader , but in 8Base campaigns, it has the ransomware component embedded in its encrypted payloads. The group has been active since March 2022, it focused on small and medium-size businesses in multiple industries, including finance, manufacturing, business services, and IT.

Ransomware 126

Ransomware Encryption Metadata Manufacturing 126

IT Governance

JANUARY 20, 2021

Your employees encounter potential cyber security threats on a daily basis. In The Psychology of Information Security , Leron Zinatullin explains how employees respond to those challenges and explains why they make the decisions they do. Use this book to understand your employee’s behaviour and resolve security-related conflicts.

Information Security 124

Information Security Security Passwords Encryption 124

Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 27, 2019

based Synoptek is a managed service provider that maintains a variety of cloud-based services for more than 1,100 customers across a broad spectrum of industries , including state and local governments, financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, media, retail and software. A now-deleted Tweet from Synoptek on Dec.

Ransomware 184

Ransomware IT Phishing Financial Services 184

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

A high-severity hardware vulnerability, dubbed Kr00k , in Wi-Fi chips manufactured by Broadcom and Cypress expose over a billion devices to hack. Cybersecurity researchers from ESET have discovered a new high-severity hardware vulnerability, dubbed Kr00k , that affects Wi-Fi chips manufactured by Broadcom and Cypress.

Encryption 74

Encryption Manufacturing Paper Communications 74

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 31, 2021

Use cases of secure IoT deployment. In our previous blog post , we discussed the challenges for securing IoT deployments, and how businesses and consumers benefit from authenticating and validating IoT software and firmware updates. Tue, 06/01/2021 - 06:55. Use case 1: Fortune 500 Healthcare Company. Use case 2: Automobiles.

IoT 71

IoT Computer and Electronics Security Manufacturing 71

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?

Security 89

Security Encryption Authentication IoT 89

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

German Federal Office for Information Security is launching an investigation into the cybersecurity of certain Chinese mobile phones. German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) is launching an investigation into the cybersecurity of mobile phones of certain Chinese manufacturers. reads the reply of Xiaomi.

Information Security 103

Information Security Manufacturing Security Communications 103

Security Affairs

AUGUST 9, 2021

The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) warns of a surge of LockBit 2.0 The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) warns of an escalation in LockBit 2.0 In addition to the encryption of data, victims have received threats that data stolen during the incidents will be published.” ransomware. in Australia since 2020.

Ransomware 113

Ransomware Retail Security Manufacturing 113

Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The government says Russian national Artur Sungatov used LockBit ransomware against victims in manufacturing, logistics, insurance and other companies throughout the United States. This prompted several XSS members to start posting memes taunting the group about the security failure. Ivan Gennadievich Kondratyev , a.k.a.

Ransomware 274

Ransomware Encryption Insurance Manufacturing 274

Schneier on Security

JUNE 23, 2021

Its spyware is also said to be equipped with a keylogger, which means every keystroke made on an infected device — including passwords, search queries and messages sent via encrypted messaging apps — can be tracked and monitored.

Manufacturing 104

Manufacturing Search queries Marketing Encryption 104

The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 17, 2023

I had the chance to visit with Thomas Rosteck, Infineon’s Division President of Connected Secure Systems (CSS.) What I found most commendable about this Neubiberg, Germany-based semiconductor manufacturer is that it is fully directing its innovations squarely at reversing the negative impacts of climate change.

IoT 264

IoT Cloud Authentication Manufacturing 264

Security Affairs

JANUARY 6, 2024

It is one of the largest pharmaceutical companies globally, engaged in the research, development, manufacturing, and marketing of a wide range of healthcare products. It is one of the largest pharmaceutical companies globally, engaged in the research, development, manufacturing, and marketing of a wide range of healthcare products.

Insurance 111

Insurance Healthcare Manufacturing Ransomware 111

Security Affairs

MARCH 25, 2024

The campaign targeted organizations in many sectors, including the high-tech, finance, legal services and manufacturing industries. “The JScript file then drops a Base64-encrypted file and a batch file. . “The JScript file then drops a Base64-encrypted file and a batch file. ” concludes the report.

Encryption 102

Encryption Manufacturing Archiving Phishing 102

WIRED Threat Level

NOVEMBER 23, 2019

So-called lightweight encryption has its place. But some researchers argue that more manufacturers should stick with proven methods.

Encryption 74

Encryption Manufacturing IT Security 74

Security Affairs

JANUARY 29, 2023

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs free for you in your email box. A new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter arrived! If you want to also receive for free the newsletter with the international press subscribe here.

Security 85

Security Data breaches Military Ransomware 85

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Since it was introduced two years ago, Matter has been embraced by some 400 manufacturers of IoT devices and close to one million Matter certificates have been issued, Nelson told me. DigiCert’s clients and prospects are steadily modernizing the way digital connections get authenticated and sensitive assets get encrypted, Trzupek told me. “In

Energy and Utilities 289

Energy and Utilities IoT Manufacturing Encryption 289

The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Matter certified smart home devices will respond reliably and securely to commands from Amazon Alexa , Google Assistant , Apple HomeKit or Samsung SmartThings. It could be the key that securely interconnects IoT systems at a much deeper level, which, in turn, would pave the way to much higher tiers of digital innovation.

IoT 213

IoT Manufacturing Encryption Authentication 213

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 10, 2021

What’s driving the security of IoT? The Urgency for Security in a Connected World. There are so many reasons why manufacturers connect their products to the Internet, whether it’s industrial machines, medical devices, consumer goods or even cars. Device Security is Hard. Guest Blog: TalkingTrust. Thu, 03/11/2021 - 07:39.

IoT 78

IoT Security Manufacturing Encryption 78

Security Affairs

JULY 2, 2023

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free for you in your email box. Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press.

Security 85

Security Ransomware Authentication Marketing 85

IT Governance

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Incident details: The company found that data on its network had been encrypted without its knowledge. Incident details: Network security incident, where allegedly AlphV gained unauthorised access and made demands to the hospital’s leadership, suggesting a ransomware attack. Records breached: 91,000 individuals affected.

Data Privacy 107

Data Privacy Privacy Security Data breaches 107

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

RansomExx operation has been active since 2018, the list of its victims includes government agencies, the computer manufacturer and distributor GIGABYTE , and the Italian luxury brand Zegna. ” reads the analysis published by IBM Security X-Force. ” concludes the report. Pierluigi Paganini.

Ransomware 98

Ransomware Encryption Manufacturing Government 98

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

The issue is that these tens of billions of new devices will likely amplify the inherent security risks of IoT. In the absence of IoT security regulations, many smart product manufacturers simply release new devices that lack built-in security measures and have not undergone proper security review and testing.

IoT 122

IoT Risk Energy and Utilities Security 122

Security Affairs

MAY 16, 2023

French electronics manufacturer Lacroix Group shut down three plants after a cyber attack, experts believe it was the victim of a ransomware attack. The French electronics manufacturer Lacroix Group shut down three facilities in France, Germany, and Tunisia in response to a cyber attack. ” reported Yahoo Finance.

Manufacturing 83

Manufacturing Ransomware Sales Encryption 83

Security Affairs

DECEMBER 19, 2022

The Qilin ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) group uses a double-extortion model, with most of the victims in the manufacturing and IT industries. The Rust variant has also been seen using intermittent encryption, one of the emerging tactics that threat actors use today for faster encryption and detection evasion.”

Ransomware 125

Ransomware Encryption Passwords Education 125

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Securing the Identities of Connected Cars. Manufacturing is one of the most attacked industries, facing a range of cybersecurity challenges. The proliferation of DevOps and distributed IoT devices, as well as the need to secure the digital identities of these applications and devices, calls for innovative approaches to PKI deployment.

Security 71

Security Manufacturing Cloud IoT 71

Security Affairs

JANUARY 7, 2022

Taiwanese vendor QNAP has warned customers to secure network-attached storage (NAS) exposed online from ransomware and brute-force attacks. QNAP urges all QNAP NAS users to follow the security setting instructions below to ensure the security of QNAP networking devices.”

Ransomware 87

Ransomware Security Encryption Systems administration 87

Krebs on Security

APRIL 4, 2024

Launched in 2008, privnote.com employs technology that encrypts each message so that even Privnote itself cannot read its contents. com is currently selling security cameras made by the Chinese manufacturer Hikvision , via an Internet address based in Hong Kong. And it doesn’t send or receive messages. It’s red!!!!

Phishing 216

Phishing Blockchain Manufacturing Encryption 216