Cybersecurity Headlines

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Sep 12, 2022 • 8min

Intermittent encryption warning, HP firmware bugs, SEC crypto office

Ransomware gangs switching to new intermittent encryption tactic Firmware bugs in many HP computer models left unfixed for over a year U.S. SEC to set up new office for crypto filings Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Edgescan Edgescan simplifies Vulnerability Management by delivering a single full-stack solution (SaaS) integrated with world-class security professionals. Instead of managing a plethora of point scanning tools for each layer of the attack surface and squandering precious staff resources manually removing false positives, Edgescan offers automated and accurate contextualized alerts across the entire attack surface into a single source of truth. For the stories behind the headlines, head to CISOseries.com.
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Sep 9, 2022 • 26min

Week in Review: TikTok breach, China accuses US, CISA feedback

Link to Blog Post This week's Cyber Security Headlines – Week in Review, June 6-10, is hosted by Rich Stroffolino with our guest, Jason Elrod, CISO, Multicare Health System Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Snyk Developers want to code fast and security wants to ship securely — and they want to do it all from the cloud. That's why they both choose Snyk. Backed by industry-leading security intelligence, Snyk provides real-time scanning with automated fixes and remediation advice right from the tools and workflows developers use. Code, dependencies, containers, cloud environments… all of it. And while developers are building securely, Snyk gives security teams a bird's eye view of all of their projects and cloud environments, so they can prioritize and focus their efforts in the right places. Developer tested. Security approved. Start your free Snyk account at snyk.co/cybersecurity All links and the video of this episode can be found on CISO Series.com
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Sep 9, 2022 • 8min

China accuses US, London buses hacked, New APT42 group

China accuses US of cyberattacks and cyberespionage London's biggest bus operator hit by cyber "incident" Researchers reveal new Iranian threat group APT42 Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Snyk Developers want to code fast and security wants to ship securely — and they want to do it all from the cloud. That's why they both choose Snyk. Backed by industry-leading security intelligence, Snyk provides real-time scanning with automated fixes and remediation advice right from the tools and workflows developers use. Code, dependencies, containers, cloud environments... all of it. And while developers are building securely, Snyk gives security teams a bird's eye view of all of their projects and cloud environments, so they can prioritize and focus their efforts in the right places. Developer tested. Security approved. Start your free Snyk account at snyk.co/cybersecurity For the stories behind the headlines, head to CISOseries.com.
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Sep 8, 2022 • 7min

CISA incident reporting, Linux-focused IoT malware, Albania cuts ties over cyberattack

CISA asks for feedback on reporting rules New Linux-focused malware targets IoT Albania cuts diplomatic ties over cyberattack Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Snyk Developers want to code fast and security wants to ship securely — and they want to do it all from the cloud. That's why they both choose Snyk. Backed by industry-leading security intelligence, Snyk provides real-time scanning with automated fixes and remediation advice right from the tools and workflows developers use. Code, dependencies, containers, cloud environments... all of it. And while developers are building securely, Snyk gives security teams a bird's eye view of all of their projects and cloud environments, so they can prioritize and focus their efforts in the right places. Developer tested. Security approved. Start your free Snyk account at snyk.co/cybersecurity
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Sep 7, 2022 • 8min

Ex-Uber exec heads to trial, Twitter fires back at Mudge, FBI K-12 warning

Uber's ex-cyber exec heads to trial Twitter fires back at Mudge for "parroting" Elon Musk FBI warns of ransomware attacks on school districts Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Snyk Developers want to code fast and security wants to ship securely — and they want to do it all from the cloud. That's why they both choose Snyk. Backed by industry-leading security intelligence, Snyk provides real-time scanning with automated fixes and remediation advice right from the tools and workflows developers use. Code, dependencies, containers, cloud environments... all of it. And while developers are building securely, Snyk gives security teams a bird's eye view of all of their projects and cloud environments, so they can prioritize and focus their efforts in the right places. Developer tested. Security approved. Start your free Snyk account at snyk.co/cybersecurity For the stories behind the headlines, head to CISOseries.com
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Sep 6, 2022 • 6min

Sextortion ring busted, TikTok denies breach, Cloudflare cuts off Kiwi Farms

Transnational sextortion ring dismantled TikTok denies breachtok Cloudflare cuts off Kiwi Farms Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Snyk Developers want to code fast and security wants to ship securely — and they want to do it all from the cloud. That's why they both choose Snyk. Backed by industry-leading security intelligence, Snyk provides real-time scanning with automated fixes and remediation advice right from the tools and workflows developers use. Code, dependencies, containers, cloud environments... all of it. And while developers are building securely, Snyk gives security teams a bird's eye view of all of their projects and cloud environments, so they can prioritize and focus their efforts in the right places. Developer tested. Security approved. Start your free Snyk account at snyk.co/cybersecurity
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Sep 2, 2022 • 8min

Fed agency supply chain tips, Apple lawsuit settlement, Neopets 18 month hack

Federal agencies share supply chain security tips Apple settles lawsuit with developer over App Store rejections and scams Hackers were inside Neopets systems for 18 months Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Code42 It's not just about the data leaving your company - what about the data coming in? Along with departing employees, new talent is also actively joining your organization. This poses cybersecurity challenges since they could be knowingly or unknowingly bringing data from their former company into your network. Code42 Incydr is an Insider Risk Management SaaS that provides a comprehensive understanding of your data exposure and shows which activities require security intervention. Learn more at Code42.com/showme. For the stories behind the headlines, head to CISOseries.com
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Sep 1, 2022 • 7min

Google's open-source bug bounty, Ragnar Locker hits airline, Cloudflare won't cut off services

Google launches open-source bug bounty Ragnar Locker claims attack on airline Cloudflare won't terminate services for controversial customers Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Code42 Surprise! Surprise! Five years from now, Jamie, who's resigning today, will ring the NASDAQ bell officially launching her company on the public market. And what you'll soon realize is that Jamie stole your most valuable data to start her new company. Learn how Code42 Incydr can stop data theft and protect your organizations' most valuable assets. Visit Code42.com/showme to learn more.
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Aug 31, 2022 • 7min

Google Translate malware, White House aviation briefing, book distributor ransomed

Google Translate app is actually Windows crypto-mining malware White House to give aviation executives classified cyberthreat briefing Book distributor Baker & Taylor hit by ransomware Thanks to our episode sponsor, Code42 Cybersecurity teams are facing unprecedented challenges when it comes to protecting sensitive corporate data from exposure, leak and theft. In fact, the Code42 Annual Data Exposure Report revealed there's a 1 in 3 chance that your company will lose IP when an employee quits. To learn more about stopping data leaks with Insider Risk Management visit Code42.com/showme. For the stories behind the headlines, head to CISOseries.com.
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Aug 30, 2022 • 6min

Log4Shell Hits Israel, Russian cyberattacks on Montenegro, AlphaBay Turns 1

Microsoft warns Iranians using Log4Shell Montenegro hit with Russian cyberattacks AlphaBay Turns 1 Thanks to this week's episode sponsor, Code42 Have you been thinking about launching an Insider Risk Management program? You don't need to be Big Brother to effectively address Insider Risk. Code42 believes that the Three Es should define any IRM program: expertise, education, and enforcement. Shift your security culture from "watchdog" to "guide dog" and everyone wins. Learn more at Code42.com/showme.

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