Emerging cyberattacks and threats
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Emerging cyberattacks and threats News
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September 14, 2018
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Researchers bring back cold boot attacks on modern computers
The idea of cold boot attacks began ten years ago, but researchers at F-Secure found that the attack can be used on modern computers to steal encryption keys and other data.
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September 11, 2018
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Robot social engineering works because people personify robots
Brittany 'Straithe' Postnikoff studied robot social engineering and found personification of robots can lead to effective attacks, regardless of whether or not AI is involved.
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August 17, 2018
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Intel disclosed Spectre-like L1TF vulnerabilities
News roundup: Intel disclosed L1TF vulnerabilities with similarities to Spectre, but with a focus on data. Plus, the NIST Small Business Cybersecurity Act is now a law, and more.
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August 17, 2018
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Aug'18
ICS security fails the Black Hat test
Industrial control systems hit the mainstream at Black Hat this year, with over two dozen program sessions tackling different angles of the subject. The takeaway: Vendors still aren't really trying.
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How does the SynAck ransomware use Process Doppelgänging?
A technique called Process Doppelgänging was used by the SynAck ransomware to bypass security software. Expert Michael Cobb explains how this technique works and why it's unique. Continue Reading
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advanced persistent threat (APT)
An advanced persistent threat (APT) is a prolonged and targeted cyberattack in which an intruder gains access to a network and remains undetected for an extended period of time. Continue Reading
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AI and machine learning in network security advance detection
Applying AI, and specifically machine learning, in network security helps protect enterprises against advanced persistent threats and sophisticated cybercriminals. Continue Reading
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Domain fronting: Why cloud providers are concerned about it
Domain fronting is a popular way to bypass censorship controls, but cloud providers like AWS and Google have outlawed its use. Expert Michael Cobb explains why. Continue Reading
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Hospital cybersecurity might slightly increase heart attack deaths
Although the findings are not a slam-dunk, statistics in a study show some sort of link between more deaths of heart attack patients and hospitals' responses to data breaches. Continue Reading
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Machine learning security, a real advance in tech protection
Some pioneers of AI in cybersecurity find progress thus far limited, but machine learning still offers an advancement in protecting enterprise networks and data. Continue Reading
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SamSam ransomware: How can enterprises prevent an attack?
SamSam ransomware infected the Colorado DOT after hitting hospitals, city councils and companies. Learn how this version differs from those we've seen in the past. Continue Reading
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How is Oracle Micros POS affected by CVE 2018-2636?
A security researcher found a security flaw dubbed CVE-2018-2636 that enables the installation of malware on Oracle Micros POS systems. Learn more about the vulnerability. Continue Reading
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How to mitigate the Efail flaws in OpenPGP and S/MIME
Efail exploits vulnerabilities in the OpenPGP and S/MIME standards to reveal the plaintext in encrypted emails. Learn more about the Efail vulnerabilities from expert Michael Cobb. Continue Reading
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Cryptojacking emerging as a new threat to healthcare
Although cryptojacking attacks may appear relatively harmless compared to other cyberthreats, healthcare organizations should remain on alert for this new type of attack. Continue Reading
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How can a hardcoded password vulnerability affect Cisco PCP?
Cisco patched a hardcoded password vulnerability found in their PCP software. Learn how the software works and how attackers can exploit this vulnerability with Judith Myerson. Continue Reading
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Where machine learning for cybersecurity works best now
Need to up your endpoint protection endgame? Learn how applying machine learning for cybersecurity aids in the fight against botnets, evasive malware and more. Continue Reading