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Microsoft brings hotpatch updates to Windows 11

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2024/11/20

Having already tested the waters with Windows Server for the last couple of years, Microsoft is bringing hotpatch updates to Windows 11 24H2. The key advantage to hotpatching is that it allows for security updates to be installed without the need for a restart. This is something which is important for businesses, so it is perhaps not surprising that Microsoft is previewing hotpatch updates in Windows 11 Enterprise. See also: Apart from the need to be running Windows 11 Enterprise 24H2, there are a

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The coming of 6G poses new IoT security vulnerabilities

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2024/11/05

A growing challenge for 6G wireless development involves the potential for unexpected cybersecurity vulnerabilities. This is especially true given the growing set of Internet of Things (IoT) use cases with complexities such as connected cars, smart cities, and even satellite-based (non-terrestrial networks (NTN) IoT. The expanding security threat surface is particularly concerning due to its novelty and the lack of thorough testing by researchers. IoT vulnerabilities themselves are nothing

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X starts the rollout of update that renders blocking...

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2024/11/05

Back in September, Elon Musk announced upcoming changes to the blocking feature of X. Once fully implemented, the change means that when an X user blocks someone, that blocked user will still be able to see all of the content posted by the blocker, although no interaction will be possible. The precise reasons for changing the functionality of blocking in this way is not really clear, but it is something that has sparked concern. In addition to risks to privacy, there are also worries about what the

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iStorage diskAshur3: A solid choice for secure...

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2024/10/25

While cloud storage offers convenience and accessibility, it may not always provide the level of security some users require, especially if you have private data that you can’t afford to have fall into the wrong hands. If security is paramount, you should definitely consider a PIN authenticated hardware encrypted portable USB drive like iStorage’s excellent diskAshur3. Available with HDD and SDD storage in a choice of capacities, diskAshur3 is designed with portability in mind, Measuring just 130mm

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Tor Browser 14.0 amps up privacy, but drops support...

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2024/10/24

The Tor Project has announced the release of Tor Browser 14.0 for Windows (both 32-bit and 64-bit), Mac, Linux, and Android. The browser offers increased privacy to users by redirecting their internet traffic through the open Tor network. Tor Browser 14.0 updates the browser’s underlying code to the latest Firefox ESR release -- 128 -- while also introducing new improvements that allow its fingerprinting protections to work with several new features introduced in Firefox’s latest ESR release. Tor

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Adding contacts to WhatsApp just got a whole lot easier

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2024/10/23

Managing WhatsApp contacts has proved to be a frustrating friction point for many users, and Meta has just announced that it is taking steps to simplify things. As well as making it possible to add contacts via the web interface and Windows app, soon it will be possible to use linked devices -- not just your primary mobile -- to manage them. There are also new privacy controls including the option to create WhatsApp-only contacts to keep your main address book separate. And there is more on the

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Cyber resilience vs. cybersecurity: Which is more...

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2024/10/18

Today, it’s not ‘if’ but ‘when’ any organization will be compromised. So, while it’s essential to strengthen cybersecurity across the entire organization, it’s also imperative to plan for a significant cyber-attack and the worst-case scenario. No business can be 100 percent secure but they can be resilient. Resilience is about continuing to thrive amidst adversity. This is why cyber resilience can be more important than cybersecurity. Every organization can take positive actions to improve their

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Third-party risk and resilience in DORA

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2024/10/15

In February 2016, it was reported that threat actors exploited vulnerabilities in the SWIFT banking network to steal more than $80 million from the central bank of Bangladesh. SWIFT, the global financial system’s main electronic payment system, which processes billions of dollars of transactions every day, was unprepared for the threat of a major cyber attack. The incident served as a pivotal wake-up call for the entire financial services industry, highlighting the previously underestimated systemic

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The increasing priority of security in data management

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2024/10/14

Data security has become a top concern for businesses across all industries. As organizations accumulate and leverage vast amounts of data to drive decision-making, the need to safeguard that information from both internal and external threats is more important than ever. For companies managing sensitive customer information, intellectual property, or proprietary business insights, data security is no longer a negotiable priority -- it’s a critical component in strengthening your overall security

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The Internet Archive suffers massive data breach...

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2024/10/10

The Wayback Machine has suffered a colossal security incident after the Internet Archive fell victim to a huge data breach. Data breach notification service Have I Been Pwned (HIBP) says that a 6.4GB SQL file containing registered users’ authentication information has been shared. In all, 31 million email addresses have been found to be part of the database, and tests have shown the the data is genuine. See also: While there is never a good time for a data breach to take place, the timing of the

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Still running Windows 11 22H2? No more security fixes...

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2024/10/09

Following the launch of Windows 11 24H2, this week marks the release of the final updates for various other versions of Windows. This means that anyone who has yet to upgrade from Windows 11 22H2 will not receive any more security updates. There are numerous editions of Windows 11 affected by the end-of-service, specifically Windows 11 Home, Pro, Pro Education, Pro for Workstations and SE. The same is true for Windows 11 21H2 Enterprise, Education and IoT Enterprise, none of which will receive

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Google removes Kaspersky apps from its store

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2024/10/07

Google has unceremoniously evicted Kaspersky’s apps from the Play Store. While the Russian security firm insists that the removal is temporary, it comes after the company’s software was banded from being sold in the US. The move not only means that it is no longer possible to download Kaspersky apps from Google store, but also that existing users are unable to obtain updates. Google did announce the removals ahead of time. See also: The US government has long seen Kaspersky as being too closely

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Building a security-first culture for MSPs: Always...

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2024/10/01

For IT professionals and MSPs, a company’s security posture is influenced not only by technology but also by its team's daily actions. Whether intentional or accidental, human behavior plays a significant role in either fortifying or undermining security measures. Verizon Business’ 2024 Data Breach Investigation Report revealed that 68 percent of breaches this year involved a non-malicious human element, such as people falling for phishing schemes, mishandling sensitive information or getting

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Kaspersky users in the US find themselves forcibly...

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2024/09/24

It is not unusual for software to update itself without user interaction; when it comes to delivering security patches and new features this is entirely desirable. But to have an app uninstall itself and replace itself with a different product? That’s not only highly unusually, it’s also worrying. And yet this is what is happening for users of Kaspersky antivirus software in the US. Having been deemed a threat to national security, the sale of software from the Russian cybersecurity firm Kaspersky

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Save $17! Get 'Not with a Bug, But with a Sticker'...

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2024/09/20

A robust and engaging account of the single greatest threat faced by AI and ML systems

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The five stages of vulnerability management

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2024/09/18

Nearly every organization today builds a lot of software, and the majority of that software is developed by cobbling together open source components. When using open source and trying a software composition analysis (SCA) scanner for the first time, it is not uncommon for those organizations to be surprised at what they learn about their open source usage. Many times it quickly comes to light that they have a large load of new and unplanned work to address in the form of security issues in

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Why early detection of software vulnerabilities saves...

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2024/09/17

Modern software development teams are under so much pressure to deliver fast. Unfortunately, speed can mean security gets overlooked during development. Fixing these issues later in the development cycle, or worse, after the software has been released, can be time-consuming, expensive and damaging to a company’s reputation. That’s where early detection of software vulnerabilities comes in. By finding and fixing these issues early organizations can save time, reduce costs and protect their users from

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How to keep using Windows 10 safely after Microsoft...

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2024/09/13

As of October 14, 2025, Microsoft will officially stop supporting Windows 10, marking the end of the road for regular security updates and technical support. This doesn’t mean your Windows 10 machine will suddenly stop working of course, but it does mean that keeping it safe and secure will require more proactive measures. Here’s how you can protect your Windows 10 system after official support ends. 1. Keep Software and Drivers Updated Even after Windows 10 support ends, third-party software

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The $13 billion problem: Tackling the growing...

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2024/09/12

Fraudsters have used account takeovers (ATOs) to victimize 29 percent of internet users, resulting in $13 billion in losses in 2023. Over three-quarters of security leaders listed ATOs as one of the most concerning cyber threats, and the danger grows as bad actors leverage AI to launch more potent attacks. The Snowflake breach demonstrates the devastating consequences of ATOs. Attackers gained access to 165 of the data platform’s customers’ systems, including AT&T and Ticketmaster, and

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Why third-party email filters may be ineffective in...

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2024/09/12

Because email is the primary source of initial entry in many breaches, many organizations pay for sophisticated, third-party email filtering solutions on top of the protections afforded by Microsoft 365. This is a wise investment; having layers of protection by different vendors helps eliminate blind spots found in any one vendor solution and provides complexity that can foil attack attempts. Yet, few know that threat actors can easily bypass these third-party filtering products by directing emails

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