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Owncast, EaseProbe security vulnerabilities revealed
Oxeye has uncovered two critical security vulnerabilities and recommends immediate action to mitigate risk. The vulnerabilities were discovered in Owncast (CVE-2023-3188) and …

Cybersecurity best practices while working in the summer
IT teams need help to monitor and enforce BYOD policies during summer months when more employees often travel or work remotely. In this Help Net Security video, Jeremy …

Industry responses and strategies for navigating the tides of DDoS attacks
It is important not to underestimate the potentially devastating impact of DDoS attacks. Organizations of all sizes should take proactive measures to mitigate and safeguard …

Compliance seizes spotlight in the connected devices arena
Investment in connected device security has accelerated as upcoming legislation affecting the sector becomes more prominent, according to PSA Certified. This acceleration also …

Overcoming user resistance to passwordless authentication
Many organizations agree in theory that passwordless authentication is the future, but getting there represents a significant change management challenge. The migration to …

Number of email-based phishing attacks surges 464%
The evolving cyberattack landscape reveals the increasing utilization of generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems, like ChatGPT, by cybercriminals for crafting …

New disturbing ransomware trend threatens organizations
Ransomware attacks increased by over 37% in 2023 compared to the previous year, with the average enterprise ransom payment exceeding $100,000, with a $5.3 million average …

Week in review: Fileless attacks increase 1,400%, consumers ditch brands hit by ransomware
Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: Island Enterprise Browser: Intelligent security built into the browsing …

July 2023 Patch Tuesday forecast: A month of instability and uncertainty
We’re halfway through 2023 already and moving into our seventh Patch Tuesday of the year next week. There’s been a lot of activity with Microsoft this month which may impact …

Is your browser betraying you? Emerging threats in 2023
Network attacks (IPS detections) have remained relatively flat over the last three quarters, technically down a bit more than 3%, according to WatchGuard. “Organisations need …

API tools and services are fueling revenue growth
As more companies recognize APIs as the building blocks of modern software, API tools and services are evolving to meet their needs, according to Postman. Adopting an …

Scammers using AI voice technology to commit crimes
The usage of platforms like Cash App, Zelle, and Venmo for peer-to-peer payments has experienced a significant surge, with scams increasing by over 58%. Additionally, there …
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