π Slack vulnerability allows attackers to intercept, modify downloads π
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Improper handling of a custom URI creates a vulnerability for users of the Slack Desktop client on Windows.π Read
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Slack vulnerability allows attackers to intercept, modify downloads
Improper handling of a custom URI created a vulnerability, now patched, for users of the Electron-based Slack Desktop client on Windows.
π΄ Why AI Will Create Far More Jobs Than It Replaces π΄
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Just as spreadsheets and personal computers created a job boom in the '70s, so too will artificial intelligence spur security analysts' ability to defend against advanced threats.π Read
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Dark Reading
Why AI Will Create Far More Jobs Than It Replaces
Just as spreadsheets and personal computers created a job boom in the '70s, so too will artificial intelligence spur security analysts' ability to defend against advanced threats.
β Linux Kernel Flaw Allows Remote Code-Execution β
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The bug is remotely exploitable without authentication or user interaction.π Read
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Threat Post
Linux Kernel Flaw Allows Remote Code-Execution
The bug is remotely exploitable without authentication or user interaction.
π΄ Effective Pen Tests Follow These 7 Steps π΄
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Third-party pen tests are part of every comprehensive security plan. Here's how to get the most from this mandatory investment.π Read
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Effective Pen Tests Follow These 7 Steps
Third-party pen tests are part of every comprehensive security plan. Here's how to get the most from this mandatory investment.
β Adobe Addresses Critical Adobe Flash Player, Acrobat Reader Flaws β
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via "Threatpost".
Adobe has issued patches for 87 vulnerabilities on Patch Tuesday - the bulk of which exist in Adobe's Acrobat and Reader product.π Read
via "Threatpost".
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Adobe Addresses Critical Adobe Flash Player, Acrobat Reader Flaws
Adobe has issued patches for 87 vulnerabilities on Patch Tuesday - the bulk of which exist in Adobe's Acrobat and Reader product.
β Intel CPUs Impacted By New Class of Spectre-Like Attacks β
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via "Threatpost".
Intel has disclosed a new class of speculative execution side channel attacks.π Read
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Intel CPUs Impacted By New Class of Spectre-Like Attacks
Intel has disclosed a new class of speculative execution side channel attacks.
π΄ Missing in Action: Cybersecurity Professionals π΄
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Just as every organization security team's needs are unique, so are the reasons for the shortage of candidates for open positions. Here are five strategies to help you close the gap.π Read
via "Dark Reading: ".
Dark Reading
Missing in Action: Cybersecurity Professionals
Just as every organization security team's needs are unique, so are the reasons for the shortage of candidates for open positions. Here are five strategies to help you close the gap.
π $3M HIPAA Settlement, First of 2019, in the Books π
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It took five months but the Office for Civil Rights' first HIPAA settlement of the year, $3M, stems from a breach involving an unsecured FTP server.π Read
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$3M HIPAA Settlement, First of 2019, in the Books
It took five months but the Office for Civil Rights' first HIPAA settlement of the year, $3M, stems from a breach involving an unsecured FTP server.
π΄ Microsoft Patches Wormable Vuln in Windows 7, 2003, XP, Server 2008 π΄
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Microsoft releases security updates for some out-of-support systems to fix a bug that could be weaponized as a worm if exploited.π Read
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Microsoft Patches Wormable Vuln in Windows 7, 2003, XP, Server 2008
Microsoft releases security updates for some out-of-support systems to fix a bug that could be weaponized as a worm if exploited.
β Apple Patches Intel Side-Channel Bugs; Updates iOS, macOS and More β
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via "Threatpost".
A massive update addresses the breadth of the computing giant's product portfolio.π Read
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Apple Patches Intel Side-Channel Bugs; Updates iOS, macOS and More
A massive update addresses the breadth of the computing giant's product portfolio.
β Microsoft Patches Zero-Day Bug Under Active Attack β
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Microsoft Patch Tuesday security bulletin tackles 22 critical vulnerabilities.π Read
via "Threatpost".
Threat Post
Microsoft Patches Zero-Day Bug Under Active Attack
Microsoft Patch Tuesday security bulletin tackles 22 critical vulnerabilities.
π΄ Baltimore Ransomware Attack Takes Strange Twist π΄
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Tweet suggests possible screenshot of stolen city documents and credentials in the wake of attack that took down city servers last week.π Read
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Darkreading
Baltimore Ransomware Attack Takes Strange Twist
Tweet suggests possible screenshot of stolen city documents and credentials in the wake of attack that took down city servers last week.
π΄ Uniqlo Parent Company Says Hack Compromised 461,091 π΄
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Fast Retailing Co. reports cyberattackers accessed accounts registered to its Japanese Uniqlo and GU brand websites.π Read
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π΄ Commercial Spyware Uses WhatsApp Flaw to Infect Phones π΄
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A single flaw allowed attackers - thought to be linked to a government - to target human rights workers and install surveillance software by sending a phone request. The victims did not even have to answer.π Read
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Darkreading
Commercial Spyware Uses WhatsApp Flaw to Infect Phones
A single flaw allowed attackers β thought to be linked to a government β to target human rights workers and install surveillance software by sending a phone request. The victims did not even have to answer.
π΄ Resolution Requires Cybersecurity Training for Members of Congress π΄
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A bipartisan resolution would mandate IT and cybersecurity training for all members of Congress, their staff, and employees.π Read
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Resolution Requires Cybersecurity Training for Members of Congress
A bipartisan resolution would mandate IT and cybersecurity training for all members of Congress, their staff, and employees.
π΄ Website Attack Attempts Rose by 69% in 2018 π΄
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Millions of websites have been compromised, but the most likely malware isn't cyptomining: it's quietly stealing files and redirecting traffic, a new Sitelock report shows.π Read
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β Facebook sues app developer Rankwave over data misuse β
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The suit says Rankwave used Facebook user data for targeted marketing and ignored its cease-and-desist letter.π Read
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Naked Security
Facebook sues app developer Rankwave over data misuse
The suit says Rankwave used Facebook user data for targeted marketing and ignored its cease-and-desist letter.
β Update iOS and Mojave now! Apple patches are out β
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Apple has released its May 2019 security updates, taking iOS to version 12.3 and macOS Mojave to version 10.14.5.π Read
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Naked Security
Update iOS and Mojave now! Apple patches are out
Apple has released its May 2019 security updates, taking iOS to version 12.3 and macOS Mojave to version 10.14.5.
β Twitter bug leaks to iOS usersβ location data to partner β
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via "Naked Security".
Now fixed, the bug affected some users with multiple accounts running on an iOS device.π Read
via "Naked Security".
Naked Security
Twitter bug leaks iOS usersβ location data to partner
Now fixed, the bug affected some users with multiple accounts running on an iOS device.
π How to create a business-driven cybersecurity strategy: 3 tips π
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Companies achieve better results with a business-driven cybersecurity strategy, according to new survey results from consulting firm PwC.π Read
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TechRepublic
How to create a business-driven cybersecurity strategy: 3 tips
Adding more security professionals isn't enough of a cyber strategy, according to new survey results from consulting firm PwC.
β Microsoft fixes Intel ZombieLoad bug with Patch Tuesday updates β
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May 2019 Patch Tuesday fixed 79 vulnerabilities, 19 of which are classed as Critical. Here's a summary of the most notable ones. π Read
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