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Information security laws, investigations and ethics News
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November 19, 2020
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White House questions election security; experts do not
A number of infosec experts, election officials and government agencies say Election Day was free from hacking and cyber attacks, but the White House disagrees.
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October 21, 2020
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Microsoft: 94% of Trickbot's infrastructure disabled
In a new blog post, Microsoft said its legal takedown last week, which sought to decrease Trickbot activity, disabled the vast majority of the botnet's servers.
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October 20, 2020
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After a brief pause, Trickbot rebounds from takedown efforts
Attempts to disrupt the notorious Trickbot botnet, most recently through Microsoft's legal takedown, have proven short-lived as ransomware attacks have resumed.
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October 13, 2020
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Trickbot takedown: Will it make a dent in ransomware attacks?
A court order allowed Microsoft and several partners to take down the Trickbot botnet, which is commonly used to deploy ransomware, but it's unclear how long the impact will last.
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Best practices for ethically teaching cybersecurity skills
Jonathan Meyers has recommendations that teachers and students can use to enhance their teaching and learning of cybersecurity skills to remain relevant in this fast-paced industry. Continue Reading
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cybercrime
Cybercrime is any criminal activity that involves a computer, networked device or a network. Continue Reading
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cyberterrorism
According to the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation, cyberterrorism is any 'premeditated, politically motivated attack against information, computer systems, computer programs, and data which results in violence against non-combatant targets by ... Continue Reading
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CMMC requirements set to ripple throughout DOD supply chain
The Department of Defense's CMMC requirements target defense contractors, but organizations throughout the DOD supply chain -- and beyond -- are prepping for the standards. Continue Reading
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The future of facial recognition after the Clearview AI data breach
The company that controversially scrapes data from social media sites for law enforcement clients announced a data breach. What does it mean for the future of facial recognition? Continue Reading
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How the future of data privacy regulation is spurring change
Some companies have taken steps to improve data governance in anticipation of data privacy rules. Experts discuss the challenges of compliance in a shifting regulatory landscape. Continue Reading
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Updating the data discovery process in the age of CCPA
Privacy regulations are changing the enterprise data discovery process. Now, automation is key for fulfilling data discovery mandates, including those for CCPA and GDPR. Continue Reading
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Top tips for using the Kali Linux pen testing distribution
It's the best Linux distro for penetration testers' toolkits, but it's not just any Linux. Get tips on Kali Linux pen testing from project lead Jim O'Gorman. Continue Reading
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Compliance rules usher in new era for personal data privacy policy
With the rollout of data privacy regulations, individual data rights and the right to be forgotten are forcing organizations to re-examine how they handle customer information. Continue Reading
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How to create a ransomware incident response plan
The increase in recent attacks makes clear the need for a ransomware incident response plan. Here's how to limit the effect of such attacks, as well as what to do if infected. Continue Reading
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What are the roles and responsibilities of a liaison officer?
While liaison officer responsibilities vary depending on the company they work for, their strong organizational and communications skills make them critical to incident response. Continue Reading
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CISO tackles banking cybersecurity and changing roles
Over the course of his career in security, Thomas Hill has held varied positions that inform his views on both technological specifics and strategic roles in modern corporations. Continue Reading