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As Google prepares Android 16 for launch, users are discovering interesting new features in its various betas. The latest one, discovered by Android Authority, allows you to unlock your Google Pixel phone even when its screen is turned off. This is possible on Pixel phones that have an in-display fingerprint sensor and are running Android…
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Valve’s early anti-piracy efforts, which eventually led to the Steam platform, were sparked by co-founder Monica Harrington’s nephew using her money to buy a CD burner for copying games, she revealed at last week’s Game Developers Conference. Harrington said her nephew’s “lovely thank you note” about sharing games with friends represented a “generational shift” in…
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Many of us don’t realize just how much we share about ourselves on the internet. Social media provides us with a fast, efficient, and exciting way to share our interests and experiences with our friends, but who outside of our sphere REALLY needs to know all this information about us? The internet never forgets—old accounts,…
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In this video, Michael Allen discusses how to test Adversary-in-the-Middle attacks without using hacking tools. He delves into the intricacies of credential harvesting, the evolution of multi-factor authentication (MFA), and how attackers adapt their strategies to bypass security measures. The post How to Test Adversary-in-the-Middle Without Hacking Tools appeared first on Black Hills Information Security.
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If given the choice, most users are likely to favor a seamless experience over complex security measures, as they don’t prioritize strong password security. However, balancing security and usability doesn’t have to be a zero-sum game. By implementing the right best practices and tools, you can strike a balance between robust password security and a…
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In the dynamic realm of cybercrime, ransomware groups continuously evolve their tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to maximize The post Inside Hunters International Group: How a Retailer Became the Latest Ransomware Victim appeared first on Cybersecurity News.
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Slashdot reader spatwei shared this report from the cybersecurity site SC World: : AI coding assistants such as GitHub Copilot and Cursor could be manipulated to generate code containing backdoors, vulnerabilities and other security issues via distribution of malicious rule configuration files, Pillar Security researchers reported Tuesday. Rules files are used by AI coding agents…
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Is Monitoring Non-Human Identities (NHIs) in Your IAM System Crucial? Ensuring the security of your data and systems is a top priority for all organizations operating. One of the key players in this arena that often goes unnoticed is Non-Human Identities (NHIs). They are a vital component for ensuring end-to-end protection of your digital assets.…
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Google Aims to Match Microsoft Defender With $32B Buy of Wiz’s Cloud Security TechGoogle’s plan to buy cloud security firm Wiz for $32 billion highlights its drive to compete with Microsoft Defender and expand multi-cloud protection, and will put pressure on AWS to respond. Forrester Analyst Andras Cser says Wiz will likely remain independent for…
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After Windows defenses improved, the attackers switched to targeting Mac and Safari users with these very effective scams.
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After Windows defenses improved, the attackers switched to targeting Mac and Safari users with these very effective scams.
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Can we get from a world where Google is synonymous with search to a world where other search engines have a real chance to compete? The U.S. and state governments’ bipartisan antitrust suit, challenging the many ways that Google has maintained its search monopoly, offers an opportunity. Antitrust enforcers have proposed a set of complementary…
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Today we’re talking about the protests against Tesla, which have been branded on social media under the hashtag Tesla Takedown. The protests are, of course, a reaction to Elon Musk, who has managed to install himself as basically a not-so-shadow president who is tearing the federal government apart, leaving confusion and destruction in his wake. …
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Three strategies to help your organization thrive amid geopolitical risk and market volatility.
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Cybersecurity isn’t just another checkbox on your business agenda. It’s a fundamental pillar of survival. As organizations increasingly migrate their operations to the cloud, understanding how to protect your digital assets becomes crucial. The shared responsibility model, exemplified through Microsoft 365’s approach, offers a framework for comprehending and implementing effective cybersecurity
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Wiz’s $32 billion all-cash acquisition by Google parent Alphabet promises a colossal payday for the cybersecurity startup’s early-stage investors. The deal is a big win for Sequoia, one of the best-known VC firms, which stands to make $3 billion, about 25x the money it invested in the company, Bloomberg reported. Despite substantial returns for Sequoia’s…
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Get the Most Out of Your Event by Planning, Networking and Following UpConference season is upon us, and there’s no better time to work on your career at one or more of the major cybersecurity conferences in the United States this spring and summer. These conferences do cost money, but with a bit of preparation,…
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Autonomous AI agents that are self-replicating, task-specific cyber threats with situational awareness will replace traditional malware.
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Google Boosts Native Cloud Security with Wiz, But Deal Raises Multi-Cloud ConcernsGoogle’s $32 billion deal to acquire Wiz boosts its cloud security capabilities, shifting away from third-party partnerships. Wiz’s market leadership and acquisitions make it a valuable asset, but concerns remain about its future neutrality in multi-cloud environments and AWS, Azure relationships.
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About one in three organizations that leverage cloud service providers (CSPs) use Amazon Web Services (AWS), according to November 2024 research from Synergy Research Group. This means two things. One is that when attackers are looking to get the most out of a single exploit, they will likely craft them to target AWS systems. And…