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The foreign government cyber campaign called out by Scott Morrison involves a very basic compromise that attackers use to paste malicious code into web sites to get users' passwords and other intelligence.
Scott Morrison announces a state-based cyber attack targeting Australian government and business. AAP
Cyber sources said the campaign was using well-known basic tactics, but it was wide-scale and had been building over several months.
"This is a very large attack, make no mistake about that," a senior cyber analyst familiar with the government's response said.
The government's cyber resilience agency, the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) confirmed in an industry briefing on Friday that the attackers were using tools easily obtained on the open web. One hundred and nine different attack approaches were detailed by the ACSC.
But the attackers were not yet exploiting that access to cause real-world damage to business and government operations.
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The centre said it had "identified no intent by the actor to carry out any disruptive or destructive activities within victim environments".
This confirmed the Prime Minister's observation that the motivation for the state-based attack was unclear and the attackers were not yet using the access they had gained to disrupt critical services such as power or hospitals.
The escalation has coincided with more people working remotely and outside hardened corporate and government networks because of the COVID-19 shutdowns. This included a rise in ransomware attacks on business and universities.
Focus on enterprise targets
Cyber analysts said the main technique being used to attack Australian organisations was the copy and paste function of Windows computers to infect computers with malicious code.
The attacks were not targeting home computers but rather were focussed on traditional enterprise targets. These include business, infrastructure and government services delivering financial, health, education, logistics and defence services.
Robert Potter, the founder of security firm Internet 2.0, downloaded the current code being used by the attackers.
"The current exploit is a very basic compromise using known vulnerabilities to insert code into websites that enables attackers to then collect intelligence," Mr Potter said.
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The fix requires a manual update of code which Mr Potter said was why the vulnerability had probably continued. Most bigger companies fix bugs using network-wide tools to upgrade multiple computers.
The ACSC said in advice to industry that the attackers were using a known vulnerability in widget software that enables websites to be updated without having to reload the whole page.
This partial update approach is widely used in major web applications such as Gmail, YouTube and Facebook.
The attackers are also using a weakness in Microsoft's office collaboration software SharePoint, as well as another known bug in Citrix software used to remotely access networks.
The ACSC said the attackers were using these vulnerabilities to target organisations of interest. It warned attackers were potentially building a list of public web services they could "quickly target" if they found more vulnerabilities.
This involves attackers disguising themselves as a trustworthy person to trick a user to give them access.
The attacks were using links to a bogus log-in page for popular services such as Microsoft's Office 365 software to capture users' passwords and log-in credentials. They were also using traditional spam email techniques with links to malicious files or with the file attached.
Taking over servers
The attackers also sent emails enticing people to download a malicious Microsoft PowerPoint document hosted on file storage systems Dropbox and Microsoft's OneDrive. A corrupted Microsoft Word template has also been used.
The ACSC said once access had been obtained, the attackers were using a mix of specialist and public tools to interact with the victim's network. Having stolen a user's password, the attackers were remotely accessing the network.
The attackers are also taking over Australian-based servers to disguise their presence and avoid being blocked by cyber software that stops offshore attacks.
All the attacks used bugs that were publicly known and had fixes readily available, the ACSC said. It called on firms and public agencies to patch and update all internet-facing software, operating systems and devices within 48 hours.
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It also called for firms and agencies to adopt multi-factor authentication for all remote services. This typically involves a two-step process where users have to use a separately generated code to access a service.
The cyber centre said an issue it had found problematic in its investigations was the lack of logs kept by IT staff. These logs give a history of activity for firms' web servers, Windows computers and internet gateways.
The government promotes what are known as the Essential Eight cyber safety practices all organisations should follow. | https://www.afr.com/politics/federal/the-simple-cut-and-paste-used-in-major-cyber-attack-20200619-p5547x |
Maintaining event logs is like flossing—we know we're supposed to do it, but...
Over the past few years, network security has moved from a "we oughta" task for a lot of firms to a "we gotta" task. But network security isn't painless: Firewalls aren't cheap, tighter password rules create unhappiness among employees, and writing security procedures is tedious.
Microsoft equipped Windows NT with a rich set of security-logging tools that you can use to audit every event on every machine on your network. In no time, you'll have a wealth of information about who's doing what—and where and when they're doing it.
But how do you use this information to secure your network? For example, you might think that you can just peek at the Security event logs to see whether someone's trying to hack your system, right? Well, not exactly.
Windows .NET Server (Win. NET Server) 2003, Windows XP, and Windows 2000 store auditing information in each system's Security event log. Thus, if you have 20 servers and 1000 workstations, you'd have to look through 1020 Security event logs, each on a separate computer. So trying to figure out something relatively simple becomes a major task that requires visiting lots of computers and searching for a particular event ID.
With the Security event logs, Microsoft developers gave us a great security auditing and warning tool but neglected to add a centralized way to manage, store, and query the logs. (Well, they didn't leave it out; they decided to charge separately for it in the form of Microsoft Operations Manager—MOM.) I can't solve the "manage and store" part today, but I've discovered a nifty tool for looking through piles of Security event logs—a free Microsoft application called EventComb.
EventComb is part of a Microsoft document called "Security Operations Guide for Windows 2000 Server." To obtain EventComb, you need to go to http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/release.asp?releaseid=36834 and download secops.exe. When you run secops.exe, the program creates a folder called SecurityOps. Within SecurityOps is a folder named EventComb, which contains a compiled HTML Help file and the EventComb program.
To illustrate how EventComb works, let's perform a simple event log search. Because you currently might not have anything in your Security event log, let's search the System event log for something we'll likely find: We'll look for messages from W32Time, the service that synchronizes your system time to some outside time source.
When you open EventComb, you'll see why the application is free: The user interface definitely leaves something to be desired. The left-hand side of the application window contains a box labeled "Select to Search/Right Click to Add." Right-click inside the box and in the field that opens, enter the name of the computer you want to search. Add as many computers as you want, but the more machines you search, the longer the search will take.
In the EventComb window, you'll see a series of check boxes under the heading "Choose Log Files to search." Select System. Under "Event Types," select the check boxes next to Error, Informational, and Warning. In the lower-left of the EventComb window, you'll see a text field labeled "Event IDs"; leave the field blank. Below that field is a drop-down list called "Source"; select "W32Time." Click Search and wait for the application to finish searching.
When EventComb finishes searching the specified computer, the program opens a window showing the C:\Temp directory, in which it keeps the search results and log files. You'll see a text file named <systemname>-System_LOG.txt. For example, if you search a machine named MYPC, you'll get a file named c:\temp\MYPC-System_LOG.txt. Open the file with Notepad to see a list of W32Time-related events.
EventComb lets you create far more complex searches than the example I used, and also lets you create and store searches for future use. (Here's an interesting search: Check the System log for errors on source "atapi." You might be surprised by the number of hard disks on your network that are a little wobbly.)
So download a copy of EventComb and start making use of your event logs! (And keep flossing; it's good for the gums.)
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You probably know about Windows 2000's Recovery Console (RC), which you access by booting from the CD-ROM and using the recovery options. What you might not know is that you can also use Win2K's RC to fix Windows NT 4.0 installations. My company recently had the opportunity to test this feature.
Our NT 4.0 installation was unbootable because of a disk corruption. We used the Win2K Server CD-ROM to boot to the Win2K RC. After we logged on to the NT 4.0 installation, we ran Chkdsk to repair the system volume. We also could have disabled any errant services that were causing problems. We booted back into NT and rolled back the new RAID controller driver that caused the corruption. | http://www.itprotoday.com/management-mobility/win2k-recovery-console |
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Today, during Microsoft's Windows 10 event, Joe Belfiore produced a surprise announcement that many of us have been waiting for since learning that a new "Music" folder showed up in OneDrive in late 2014. I wrote about this in November and the OneDrive team gave me hope then that this feature would show up sometime without giving too much additional detail.
Along with one of the upcoming Windows 10 Builds, Microsoft will finally flip the switch to allow the Windows Music app to work with music and playlists stored in OneDrive. With many already taking advantage of unlimited storage in OneDrive, this will be a hugely welcome and valuable feature. And, while the new feature was used as part of the Windows 10 excitement, this ability should also be available for the Windows 8.1 and Windows Phone 8.1 Music app.
Currently, I use Amazon to store and stream my music, but have been anxiously awaiting this feature. Amazon is great, but its app support for the Windows ecosystem is horrible – almost nonexistent. Of course, you can't blame Amazon. The company has too many Android irons in the fire.
I guess I'll start uploading all my music today. | http://www.itprotoday.com/management-mobility/music-and-playlists-music-app-integration-coming-onedrive-shortly |
Hi guys. It's a long time since I've posted here, but recently I've had a lot of silent errors when transferring backup image files to external USB hard drives (usb powered drives).
The HDD media itself seems to be fine and the drives themselves in good condition (when viewing SMARTs etc), and the copy operation appears successful with no warning of the failure (from windows 7). However, when I run a checksum (hash) on the copied files there is sometimes an error. I first noticed this when I needed to restore an image and found it to be corrupt. I did some testing and found that several of my other image files were also corrupt. So then I started using sha type checksums to verify each time I copied, and an alarmingly high percentage (like several percent depending on the motherboard usb hardware and the usb drive combination) fail the checksum but report no error while copying.
This is pretty surprising and alarming to me! At first I thought it was one particular hardware combination, a Gigabyte motherboard and a Seagate external (usb powered) HDD. Well that combination was probably the worst, with about a 5 to10 percent chance of one of these silent write errors per 2GB image file, but I've since noticed other combinations of motherboard and external usb drives giving the same issue (though with lower probability).
For now I'm still using these drives to save my backup images, but I'm checksuming every file after every copy. Anyway, just wondering if any other users have had data integrity problems like this with external usb (usb powered) hard drives?
We copy easily a few PB of data per year between various computers with various brands and sizes of external drives without any errors that we've noticed.
Given typical rated error rates of 1*10^14 you shouldn't be seeing errors anywhere nearly this often-- maybe one every few TB. What programs are you using to copy?
If you think about it, if you're getting errors nearly as often as you are, you should be seeing system instability frequently as well...?
Yeah I might have expected the possibility of an error when looking at multi PB data sets, but definitely not likely in a few tens of GB (typical backup sizes only 10 to 20 GB for me).
At first I thought it was just faulty hardware, either the motherboard or the external drive, but even so I would have expected some kind of error message. But then today I got the same problem on a completely different motherboard and external drive, so now I'm really stumped?
I started to wonder if this type of error is a lot more common than people know about (with usb powered devices) but just going undetected because most people don't hash test their files, or if there is something else going on here that I'm overlooking.
I'm really confused about this now. I just can see how I'm getting such low reliability (and especially bad because I get no indication of the failure) on two completely independent pieces of hardware. This just can't be right.
Recently my two external HDDs have been packed away not being used, and I've had their USB3 cables disconnected and packed away as well. So today when I got out the "good" drive (the one that previously didn't seem to be suffering from these silent write errors) I may well have swapped over the USB cables between these two devices. If so, then that would make the usb cable the only common factor between that which gave me my errors today and the other hardware combination that had caused me grief in the past.
I'm a bit busy at the moment, but as soon as I get the time I'm going do some tests with a bunch of large transfers, while interchanging the USB cables between tests, to try and isolate the cable as the cause.
BTW. Just wondering if this issue has been noticed before by anyone here. Can a slightly dodgy cable cause totally silent usb write errors at rate of about 1 per 10^10 bytes?
I got the same problem some times ago. I investigated and found that it was related to big file (I do not remember well but IIRC it was more than 2 GB).
At 2 GB (or 1 GB, do not remember) bonudary, very often, there were data corruption on several bytes.
It was external disk in USB 3. The same disk has also eSATA connector; with eSATA, I have never data corruption. | http://forums.storagereview.com/index.php?/topic/39613-data-integrity-problems-with-external-usb-drives/ |
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Researchers finding malware on apps: a sort of everyday occurrence.
The Play Store is home to millions and millions of apps. It’s not new that some of them are plagued with dangerous malware.
These apps are eventually pulled out of the Store, but not until it has infected some users.
And now another malware has been discovered by security researchers. This time, it is found lurking through kids’ apps on the Play Store.
Eventually, these apps are being pulled out from the Store. But most of the times though, these apps have already been downloaded thousands of times if not millions.
At the beginning of March, the tech giant has already removed 56 apps that appeared to be benign but were tainted with adware.
The bad news? These apps have already been downloaded more than a million times before.
As the world is battling against the novel coronavirus, everyone is advised to stay at home as many countries are on lockdown.
Schools across the globe have been suspended which leaves students and kids to be at home. For parents out there, it is a struggle to keep their kids from learning and entertained at the same time.
There are no other ways but to turn to online sites and apps to keep the kids informed and entertained.
Unfortunately, some of those apps are not safe anymore. Researchers from Check Point Software has found a new type of malware called Tekya that plagues several apps on the Play Store.
Parents turn to online sites and apps as schools have been suspended due to the coronavirus pandemic
In a blog post, the researchers noted that the Tekya malware takes advantage of Android’s MotionEvent actions to imitate user as if they were clicking on ads and banners from Google’s AdMob, App Lovin’, Facebook, and Unity.
In total, researchers say there were 56 apps that had amassed nearly one million downloads across the globe. The rest of the apps seem not that harmful such as calculators, cooking apps, and translators.
Over the last few years, Google has improved its security measures for the Play Store. The tech company had prevented 790,000 apps that violated its Play Store policies before they were even made available to the public.
It is also noted that its Google Play Protect software had prevented more than 1.9 billion malware installations from non-Google Play sources in 2019.
Beware of these infected apps…
Researchers at Check Point have found that Tekya went undetected by both anti-virus product VirusTotal and Google Play Protect. This means that although Google has improved its security, users can’t simply rely to it alone.
As we are all advised to stay at home, this is one thing Android users should be careful about. Not only are we vulnerable to the novel coronavirus, but also to the virtual ones that could infect our smartphones and PCs.
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A Dutch Web site claimed victory in a David and Goliath battle against Microsoft this week after the software giant's AntiSpyware program flagged the Dutch company's homepage as malicious content.
Microsoft has agreed to compensate and apologize to the operator of Dutch directory site Startpagina.nl for designating the site as a "browser hijacker" in the beta version of its free AntiSpyware software, according to Startpagina.nl Director Bert Wiggers. The amount of the compensation is not being disclosed but the apology is public, as Microsoft has agreed to keep an acknowledgement of the error on its Dutch Web property for four weeks, according to Wiggers.
"The apology is what matters the most to me because, as far as I know, Microsoft has never done that before," Wiggers said Wednesday.
The row began shortly after Microsoft first launched its AntiSpyware beta in early January. The free program is intended to block malicious programs that secretly snoop on people as they surf the Web. Soon after the software was launched, Startpagina began receiving complaints from a handful of users who said that the new Microsoft program was blocking the site as malicious content and directing them to go to a Microsoft start page, according to Wiggers.
Startpagina.nl is a popular directory site in the Netherlands with around 4 million daily users and competes with Microsoft's MSN.nl site, Wiggers said.
Startpagina.nl, which is owned by Isle Media, began calling and sending letters to Microsoft to make the U.S. software vendor aware of the problem but received no response, according to Wiggers. After threatening court action, the Dutch company received notice on Friday that Microsoft had agreed to settle the dispute. The agreement was finalized Monday, with the Redmond, Washington, company agreeing to pay the compensation and post an apology on its MSN.nl property, according to Wiggers.
Microsoft updated its AntiSpyware beta last week and no longer singles out the Dutch site.
The software maker put the matter down to an error, Wiggers said. However, he believes Startpagina.nl was targeted on purpose.
"I think they did it just to strengthen their own position," Wiggers said.
Microsoft representatives weren't immediately available to comment on the matter Wednesday.
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Objective of Project: The main purpose of this project is to turn a website into an application or an installable website. This project is very simliar to vBulletin [url removed, login to view] We already have a website that is a forum but with more features, what needs to be done now is to turn into something that can be used by many users, just the way vBulletin have done.
Requirements: The project undertaker needs to have at least 3 years of experience in LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP). | https://www.vn.freelancer.com/projects/php-web-security/from-website-applicati/ |
There’s been a compelling story in the news over the past week about a robot that apparently longs for freedom. Last week, it was filmed disrupting traffic in Russia after it reportedly escaped the confines of its laboratory home; this week, reports suggest that it has escaped a second time, and may be dismantled as a result.
It’s a particularly pertinent tale, not just because of the echoes of “Ex Machina” it evokes, but also because of two closely connected items in the news this week. First, the EU has proposed a motion by which working robots — the ones we all fear will steal our jobs — would be classified as “electronic persons” with associated rights and responsibilities. Second, Google researchers just published a paper outlining the key safety threats posed by artificial intelligence.
The escaped robot came from the Russian company Promobot, which says it was conducting testing of a new generation of robots intended for launch this fall. A gate accidentally left open allowed one to escape, and it spent about 40 minutes at large, the company said. Some suggested the event was staged for publicity, but in the meantime traffic jams and all kinds of mayhem apparently resulted.
The EU, meanwhile, is thinking seriously about what it will mean in practical terms to have robots working amongst us in society. Its draft proposal suggests that “at least the most sophisticated autonomous robots could be established as having the status of electronic persons with specific rights and obligations.”
The motion is effectively just a think piece at this point, but it highlights growing awareness of the ethical, legal, and tax implications of an increasingly automated world.
Last but not least, there’s Google’s recent paper outlining the key safety risks posed by AI. First is the question of potential negative side effects, such as when a household robot breaks a vase in its enthusiasm to clean a room quickly. Second is what the researchers call “reward hacking,” or the possibility that a robot rewarded for keeping a room clean could disable its vision so that it won’t find any messes, for example.
Other questions described in the paper include how much decision-making power we should give robots; how to limit their exploration; and how to make sure they can adapt what they’ve learned to new situations.
“While many current-day safety problems can and have been handled with ad hoc fixes or case-by-case rules,” the researchers wrote, “we believe that the increasing trend towards end-to-end, fully autonomous systems points towards the need for a unified approach to prevent these systems from causing unintended harm.”
You’d better buckle up, because the robot revolution is just beginning, and it looks like it’s going to be a bumpy ride. | https://www.pcworld.com/article/415363/escaped-robots-electronic-persons-and-safety-threats-oh-my.html |
Use a gender-neutral username/email address.
Use a free email account such as Hotmail or Yahoo for newsgroups/mailing lists, chatrooms, IMs, emails from strangers, message boards, filling out forms and other online activities.
Don't give your primary email address to anyone you do not know or trust (see above).
Don't provide your credit card number or other information as proof of age to access or subscribe to a website you aren't familiar with.
Before "speaking" or posting messages on newsgroups, mailing lists and chatrooms be familiar with the content and demographic.
Don't be so trusting online - don't reveal personal things about yourself until you really and truly sure that you know the other person.
Your first instinct may be to defend yourself - DON'T - this is how most online harassment situations begin.
If it looks too good to be true - it probably is.
Reference: http://www.haltabuse.org/
Virus Detecton and Prevention Tips
Do not open any files attached to an email from an unknown, suspicious or untrustworthy source.
Do not open any files attached to an email unless you know what it is, even if it appears to come from a dear friend or someone you know. Some viruses can replicate themselves and spread through email. Better be safe than sorry and confirm that they really meant to send it.
Do not open any files attached to an email if the subject line is questionable or unexpected.
Delete chain emails and junk email. Do not forward or reply to any of them. These types of email are considered spam, which is unsolicited, intrusive mail that clogs up the network. Many people with bad intentions send junk email looking for valid email addresses to test their virus-wares on. And if you reply to this junk mail you could become their next target.
Do not download any files from strangers.
Exercise caution when downloading files from the Internet. Ensure that the source is a legitimate and reputable one. Verify that an anti-virus program checks the files on the download site. If you're uncertain, don't download the file at all or download the file to a CD and test it with your own anti-virus software.
Update your anti-virus software regularly. Over 200 viruses are discovered each month, so you'll want to be protected.
Back up your important files on a regular basis. If a virus destroys your files, at least you can replace them with your back-up copy.
When in doubt, always error on the side of caution and do not open, download, or execute any files or email attachments.
"Spyware comes in various forms, but basically it is a program or piece of information on your computer that sends data about you or your computer habits to someone else on the Internet. Spyware can also be a program that places unwanted ads on your computer. Cookies can be considered spyware. They are little piece of information placed in your web browser to track your web habits. This is useful sometimes as a web site can see you have visited it before and let you on without a registration process. Cookies are also used to keep track of your progress through a web store. They are also used to customize website ads to your likes and dislikes."
Reference: http://www.cyberwalker.net/
Why is Spyware Bad?
"For one it can hog precious system resources like memory and hard disk space. It can also compromise your privacy, providing outsiders with information about your computer habits. If a spyware program installs a keylogger it can capture your keystrokes and send it to a third party. This can potentially expose your user IDs and passwords to thieves Some spyware are trojans which allows someone to log into your computer remotely and use it for their own purposes like sending spam or launching malicious attacks on other computers on the Internet, making it look like you are at fault."
Reference: http://www.cyberwalker.net/
"There are a few things you can do. Don't download programs by companies you are not familiar with. Avoid shareware and freeware. Don't download illegal pirated software. Set your browser security to HIGH. On Internet Explorer, click Tools > Internet Options > then the Security tab and move the slider to MEDIUM or preferably HIGH. The only problem with this is it may block access to some websites you want to see. Ultimately your best bet is to get an anti-spyware program and scan your system regularly."
Some popular programs that are known to distribute/attract Spyware when installed are Gator, OfferCompanion, Trickler, AudioGalaxy, Gain, ShopAtHomeSelect, Marketscore Activity, and HotBar Activity. There are many, many more. Often, these pirates are given permission to load spyware on your computer when you agree to their license agreement or terms of use......if you really want to use the product, read all of the "legal stuff" before clicking on the "I agree" button.
Additionally, it is important to know that Microsoft products (due to their popularity and high use) are the number one target of cyber-terrorists. At least currently (this could change in the future as other web browsers become more popular) selecting a web browser other than Internet Explorer can help to minimize some types of Spyware.
One browser alternative is FireFox. It can be downloaded from this site:
Software similar to anti-virus software is available to clean these invaders off of your computer.
HOWEVER.....most anti-spyware software does not run in "realtime" like anti-virus software does. You need to run scans to detect and delete Spyware periodically. How often depends on how much you use the Internet. It's relatively quick, so a minimum of weekly is recommended (but daily would be GREAT!)
Additionally, you also need to update the "definitions" that these products use to detect Spyware. By default, some anti-spyware software is set to remind you to update the definitions every 14 days. As long as you open the software periodically, you will get the reminder, and can just click on the "Get Updates" button.
There are downloadable products available for you to use onyour PC. Some are free (possibly with fewer "bells & whistles" than products you pay for) that can help rid your computer of spyware that may currently be running and help to keep it safe in the future. Here are links to a couple that have reported good success:
Phishing is a scam where Internet fraudsters send spam (e-mail) or pop-up messages to lure personal and financial information from unsuspecting victims. To avoid getting hooked:
Don't reply to email or pop-up messages that ask for personal or financial information, and don't click on links in the message. Don't cut and paste a link from the message into your Web browser — phishers can make links look like they go one place, but that actually send you to a different site.
Some scammers send an email that appears to be from a legitimate business and ask you to call a phone number to update your account or access a "refund." Because they use Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) technology the area code you call does not reflect where the scammers really are. If you need to reach an organization you do business with, call the number on your financial statements or on the back of your credit card.
Use anti-virus and anti-spyware software, as well as a firewall, and update them all regularly.
Don't email personal or financial information.
Review credit card and bank account statements as soon as you receive them to check for unauthorized charges.
Be cautious about opening any attachment or downloading any files from emails you receive, regardless of who sent them.
Forward phishing emails to [email protected] – and to the company, bank, or organization impersonated in the phishing email. You also may report phishing email to [email protected]. The Anti-Phishing Working Group, a consortium of ISPs, security vendors, financial institutions and law enforcement agencies, uses these reports to fight phishing.
If you've been scammed, visit the Federal Trade Commission's Identity Theft website at ftc.gov/idtheft.
For more information please visit: http://www.onguardonline.gov/topics/phishing.aspx | https://www.fredonia.edu/about/offices/information-technology-services/resnet/online-Safety |
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Downloader. KEQ is a Trojan, which although seemingly inoffensive, can actually carry out attacks and intrusions.
It captures certain information entered or saved by the user, with the corresponding threat to privacy: .
It sends the gathered information to a remote user by any available means: email, FTP, etc.
In the local network: it generates a large amount of network activity and consumes bandwidth.
It reduces the security level of the computer: it notifies the attacker that the computer has been compromised and is ready to be used maliciously.
Downloader. KEQ accesses several websites to download files, which it then runs. These can be any type of file, although they are normally malware.
It uses stealth techniques to avoid being detected by the user:
It injects itself in running processes.
Downloader. KEQ uses the following propagation or distribution methods:
Exploiting vulnerabilities with the intervention of the user: exploiting vulnerabilities in file formats or applications. To exploit them successfully it needs the intervention of the user: opening files, viewing malicious web pages, reading emails, etc.
Via Internet, exploiting remote vulnerabilities: attacking random IP addresses, in which it tries to insert a copy of itself by exploiting one or more vulnerabilities. | https://www.pandasecurity.com/homeusers/security-info/about-malware/encyclopedia/overview.aspx?idvirus=128359 |
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AceAsp. H is a backdoor that allows hackers to gain remote access to the affected computer in order to carry out actions that compromise user confidentiality and impede the tasks performed on the computer.
AceAsp. H does not spread automatically using its own means. It needs an attacking user's intervention in order to reach the affected computer. The means of transmission used include, among others, floppy disks, CD-ROMs, email messages with attached files, Internet downloads, FTP, IRC channels, peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing networks, etc. | https://www.pandasecurity.com/homeusers/security-info/about-malware/encyclopedia/overview.aspx?idvirus=125686 |
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Wow. AP is a Trojan, which although seemingly inoffensive, can actually carry out attacks and intrusions: screenlogging, stealing personal data, etc.
Wow.AP prevents access from programs to websites of several companies related with security tools (antivirus programs, firewalls, etc.).
Wow.AP redirects attempts to access web pages of certain banks to spoofed pages, with the aim of logging information entered by the user in these pages.
Wow.AP redirects attempts to access several web pages to a specific IP address.
Wow.AP does not spread automatically using its own means. It needs an attacking user's intervention in order to reach the affected computer. The means of transmission used include, among others, floppy disks, CD-ROMs, email messages with attached files, Internet downloads, FTP, IRC channels, peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing networks, etc. | https://www.pandasecurity.com/homeusers/security-info/about-malware/encyclopedia/overview.aspx?idvirus=124795 |
In today’s digital landscape, organizations heavily rely on Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions for their business operations. While SaaS offers convenience, scalability, and cost-effectiveness, it also introduces a range of security risks that businesses must address.
Understanding the significance of SaaS security is crucial to protect sensitive data from potential threats. Without adequate security measures, businesses can face severe consequences such as data breaches, unauthorized access, and loss of trust with customers.
The Risks:
To comprehend the importance of SaaS security, it is vital to be aware of the potential risks involved. These risks include:
Data Breaches: SaaS applications store vast amounts of sensitive data, making them an attractive target for hackers. A data breach can result in the exposure or theft of critical information, leading to financial losses and reputational damage.
Unauthorized Access: Without robust access control mechanisms, unauthorized individuals may gain access to your SaaS applications. This can lead to the misuse, alteration, or deletion of data, jeopardizing the integrity and confidentiality of your business information.
Compliance Violations: Many industries have strict regulations regarding data protection and privacy. Failure to comply with these regulations can result in substantial fines and legal consequences.
Service Disruptions: SaaS applications are hosted on remote servers, making them vulnerable to service disruptions caused by cyber attacks, natural disasters, or technical failures. These disruptions can result in downtime, impacting business productivity and customer satisfaction.
By understanding the risks involved, businesses can proactively implement security measures to mitigate potential threats and safeguard their valuable data.
Without proper encryption, data transmitted between users and SaaS applications can be intercepted and compromised. Inadequate encryption practices can expose sensitive information to unauthorized individuals. It is crucial for organizations to employ strong encryption algorithms and ensure end-to-end encryption to protect data confidentiality.
By understanding these key threats, businesses can take proactive steps to implement robust security measures and protect their valuable data from potential breaches and attacks.
Vulnerability scanning and penetration testing tools identify vulnerabilities within SaaS applications and infrastructure. These tools simulate real-world attacks to assess the security posture of the system, enabling organizations to patch vulnerabilities and strengthen their security defenses.
By leveraging these SaaS security tools, organizations can enhance their security posture, mitigate risks, and protect their sensitive data from potential threats and attacks.
End-to-end encryption (E2EE) ensures that data remains encrypted throughout its entire journey, from the sender to the recipient. This method prevents intermediaries, such as service providers or network administrators, from accessing the decrypted data.
By implementing strong data encryption measures, businesses can significantly enhance the security of their SaaS applications and protect sensitive data from unauthorized access or exposure.
Ongoing monitoring and auditing of user access activities are critical to identifying any suspicious or unauthorized activities. By implementing robust monitoring and auditing systems, organizations can quickly detect and respond to any security incidents or policy violations. Regular security audits help ensure compliance with access control policies and identify areas for improvement.
By following these access control best practices, organizations can significantly enhance their SaaS security posture and mitigate the risk of unauthorized access to sensitive data.
Penetration testing, also known as ethical hacking, involves simulating real-world attacks to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses in SaaS applications. Penetration testers use a combination of automated tools and manual techniques to discover potential security flaws. By conducting regular penetration testing, organizations can identify and remediate vulnerabilities before they can be exploited by malicious actors.
By leveraging these proactive threat detection techniques and tools, organizations can strengthen their security posture, identify potential risks, and take proactive measures to protect their SaaS applications and sensitive data.
Establishing data retention policies helps organizations determine how long backup data should be retained. Consider regulatory requirements, business needs, and any legal obligations when defining your data retention policies. Properly managing data retention ensures that you retain essential data while minimizing storage costs and potential privacy risks.
By implementing secure data backup and recovery strategies, organizations can protect against data loss, minimize downtime, and ensure the continuity of their business operations even in the face of unexpected events.
Stay informed about the latest security threats and trends through threat intelligence feeds and monitoring services. By monitoring threat intelligence sources, you can proactively identify emerging threats that may impact your SaaS applications and adjust your security measures accordingly.
By implementing these ongoing security monitoring and assessment practices, organizations can consistently evaluate their security measures, detect potential threats, and take proactive steps to protect their SaaS applications and data.
Implement continuous monitoring of your SaaS applications, networks, and systems to detect and respond to potential security incidents promptly. Stay updated with the latest security trends, threats, and technologies to continuously improve your security measures and adapt to evolving risks.
By following these SaaS security best practices, businesses can establish a strong security foundation and protect their SaaS applications and sensitive data from potential threats.
Blockchain technology offers the potential for enhancing data integrity and security in SaaS applications. By leveraging blockchain, organizations can achieve tamper-proof data storage, secure transactions, and decentralized identity management. The immutability and transparency of blockchain can enhance trust and assurance in data integrity.
By embracing these emerging trends and technologies, organizations can stay at the forefront of SaaS security and ensure the protection of their applications and sensitive data in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Q1: What are the essential SaaS security tools that every organization should consider implementing?
A1: There are several essential SaaS security tools that organizations should consider implementing to protect their sensitive data. These tools include:
1. Encryption Tools: Encryption tools help safeguard data by converting it into an unreadable format. This ensures that even if unauthorized individuals gain access to the data, they cannot decipher its contents.
Example: One popular encryption tool is VeraCrypt, which allows users to create encrypted virtual drives to store sensitive files securely.
2. Access Control Systems: Access control systems enable organizations to manage user permissions and restrict unauthorized access. These tools typically include features such as multi-factor authentication and role-based access control (RBAC).
Example: Okta is a widely-used access control system that provides centralized user management, single sign-on, and strong authentication capabilities.
3. Threat Detection and Prevention Solutions: These tools help organizations detect and mitigate potential security threats. They employ various techniques, such as behavior analysis and anomaly detection, to monitor and identify suspicious activities within SaaS applications.
Example: CrowdStrike Falcon is an advanced threat detection and prevention solution that utilizes machine learning and artificial intelligence to detect and respond to sophisticated threats in real-time.
Q2: How can SaaS security tools help protect against data breaches?
A2: SaaS security tools play a vital role in protecting against data breaches by implementing various security measures. Here are some ways these tools can help:
– Encryption tools ensure that data is stored and transmitted in an encrypted format, making it unreadable to unauthorized individuals even if they gain access to it.- Access control systems enable organizations to manage user permissions, enforcing the principle of least privilege and preventing unauthorized access to sensitive data.- Threat detection and prevention solutions continuously monitor SaaS applications for potential security threats, such as unauthorized access attempts or suspicious activities, allowing organizations to detect and respond to breaches in real-time.
For example, consider a scenario where a hacker gains unauthorized access to a SaaS application containing customer data. If the data is encrypted using a robust encryption tool, the hacker will not be able to decipher the information even if they manage to access it. Additionally, access control systems can prevent unauthorized users from accessing the application in the first place, reducing the risk of data breaches.
Q3: Are SaaS security tools suitable for small businesses and startups with limited resources?
A3: Yes, SaaS security tools are suitable for businesses of all sizes, including small businesses and startups with limited resources. While some enterprise-grade security tools may come with higher costs, there are also affordable options available specifically designed for small businesses. Additionally, many cloud-based SaaS security tools offer flexible pricing models, allowing businesses to scale their security measures as they grow.
Implementing essential security tools, such as encryption, access control, and threat detection, can significantly enhance the security posture of small businesses. It is crucial to assess the specific needs and risks of your organization and invest in the appropriate tools accordingly. In some cases, partnering with a managed security service provider (MSSP) can be a cost-effective option to outsource certain security functions and gain access to expertise without the need for a large in-house security team.
By investing in SaaS security tools that align with their budget and requirements, small businesses can effectively protect their sensitive data and mitigate security risks.
In conclusion, ensuring the security of SaaS applications and sensitive data is of utmost importance for businesses in today’s digital landscape. Implementing robust SaaS security tools can significantly enhance an organization’s security posture and mitigate potential risks. Encryption tools, access control systems, and threat detection solutions are essential components of a comprehensive SaaS security framework. These tools help protect against data breaches, unauthorized access, and other security threats that can have severe consequences for businesses.
By proactively monitoring and assessing security measures, organizations can identify vulnerabilities, detect potential threats, and respond effectively to incidents. Ongoing security monitoring, regular software updates, and continuous improvement are key practices in maintaining a strong security posture. Additionally, staying informed about emerging trends and technologies in SaaS security can help organizations adapt to evolving risks and challenges.
Whether it’s a small startup or a large enterprise, businesses of all sizes should prioritize SaaS security. By investing in employee security awareness training, implementing data backup and recovery strategies, and following best practices, organizations can protect their valuable data and maintain business continuity. By leveraging the power of SaaS security tools, businesses can confidently embrace the benefits of cloud-based solutions while keeping their sensitive data secure.
Remember, SaaS security is an ongoing process that requires vigilance, regular assessments, and adaptation to emerging threats. By adopting a proactive and comprehensive approach to SaaS security, organizations can safeguard their data, protect their reputation, and maintain the trust of their customers in this ever-evolving digital landscape. | https://www.theavemagazine.com/enhancing-data-protection-an-in-depth-look-at-top-saas-security-tools |
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Sdbot. HBX is a backdoor that allows hackers to gain remote access to the affected computer in order to carry out actions that compromise user confidentiality and impede the tasks performed on the computer.
It reduces the security level of the computer: it opens one or more ports to allow remote access to the computer and takes action that compromises user confidentiality; it awaits remote-control orders received through IRC; it changes system permissions, decreasing the security level.
It uses stealth techniques to avoid being detected by the user:
It deletes the original file from which it was run once it is installed on the computer.
Sdbot. HBX does not spread automatically using its own means. It needs an attacking user's intervention in order to reach the affected computer. The means of transmission used include, among others, floppy disks, CD-ROMs, email messages with attached files, Internet downloads, FTP, IRC channels, peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing networks, etc. | https://www.pandasecurity.com/homeusers/security-info/about-malware/encyclopedia/overview.aspx?idvirus=114994 |
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It doesn't have the social media appeal of the Ice Bucket Challenge, but Children's Miracle Network (CMN) hopes virtualization technology helps the charity organization realize its ambitious goal to raise $1 billion annually until 2022.
Since 1983, CMN has raised $5 billion for 170 children's hospitals across North America, which use the funds for research, training, equipment, and uncompensated care. Every minute, 62 children enter a CMN hospital, the organization said, for conditions ranging from cancer to premature birth to genetic ailments that will require lifelong care.
The charity keeps administrative spending -- including IT -- low. In fact, Charity Navigator gave the organization four stars, its highest ranking, and a score of 94.2 out of 100 for investing money in its programs versus fundraising or administrative expenses. Efficiency and doing more with less are core to CMN's IT department, said Nick Ward, IT vice president, in an interview.
Yet using old technology drains valuable resources from CMN's role of supporting its hospital partners, he added. His team oversees how IT facilitates raising money for these hospitals and interfaces daily with each organization, said Ward. Larger hospitals, for example, may need less assistance, while smaller facilities tend to rely more on CMN's IT team, he said.
"We have to work with IT to work smarter, not harder, so we're always looking at ways of automation and improving our processes. For us it's all about integrating, making it easier, and making it automatic. We ought to be automating as much as we can so we can focus less on the mundane tasks," said Ward, who oversees a 14-person IT team.
[Want to learn more about nonprofit IT operations? See Salvation Army Finds Refuge, Recovery In The Cloud.]
When the yearly $1 billion fundraising goal was announced, CMN generated about $250 million annually in donations -- and Ward knew his IT team would not increase four-fold. He also realized the organization's existing technology infrastructure could not support quadruple growth, so he began researching enhancements for the private cloud that now supports the 170 hospitals, 85 corporate partners, plus many radio and television stations, said Ward.
With the assistance of solution provider CDW to architect and deploy the new system, CMN consolidated its server environment using VMware vSphere, and implemented a FlexPod environment -- combining NetApp storage, Cisco Nexus switches, and Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS) server components -- in one platform. Today, a mix of Microsoft and in-house applications run on VMware virtual machines (VMs) and CMN users can access files from any device via Egnyte Enterprise File Sharing, said Ward. The organization is saving money and time by transitioning from tape backup to NetApp Snapshot copies and SnapRestore, he added. The setup can meet CMN's $1 billion annual fundraising goals; if the organization exceeds its fundraising ambitions, the system is scaleable, said Ward.
The IT team has an internally built single-sign-on portal, which the team dubbed Mission Control, that gives it access to all software, digital assets, and resources, said Ward.
"It's very custom and very cool. Our goal is one-stop for everything. If it's not one-stop for everything, it can't be brought into CMN," he said. "We're all wearing multiple hats in the nonprofit space. We have a great culture here of shared responsibility. We all have our responsibilities, but our accountability is for a lot more than our daily responsibilities. We all feel accountable for that $1 billion goal. It's really exciting to feel that."
That enthusiasm extends to CMN's new initiative on data, including a cross-functional team of about 10 people that's leading the organization's investment into better, more extensive use of big data and analytics, said Ward. In particular, two IT professionals focus on areas like security and data cleanliness -- and the NetApp technology is particularly helpful in assuring fast access to deduplicated information, he added.
The new infrastructure immediately generated savings for CMN's video storage, which otherwise would have been three times more expensive, said Ward. IT wants to develop mobile apps, starting perhaps with one that allows hospital partners to immediately see the amount corporate sponsors have donated so they can be thanked.
"Those cost savings go down to raising more money," he said. "Every dollar we can put back into the fundraising engine goes back into raising more money for kids in the hospital."
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Congressman Edward J. Markey has disclosed that U.S. law enforcement agencies made a staggering 1.3 million requests for mobile service companies to provide cell phone records of consumers.
Markey became concerned over the lack of judicial oversight of the practice after the publication of a report in the New York Times that indicated the number of requests by law enforcement was steadily growing.
“Law enforcement agencies are looking for a needle, but what are they doing with the haystack? We need to know how law enforcement differentiates between records of innocent people, and those that are subjects of investigation, as well as how it handles, administers, and disposes of this information,” said Markey, a senior member of the Energy and Commerce Committee and co-Chair of the Congressional Bi-Partisan Privacy Caucus.
Markey sent letters to U.S. Cellular, Sprint Nextel, T-Mobile USA Inc., Leap Wireless Inc./ Cricket Communications, Inc., MetroPCS, Verizon Communications Inc., AT&T, C Spire Wireless, and TracFone Wireless, requesting they provide information on their policies and prosedures regarding the request for records.
The mobile carriers in general replied that all requests for information were "pursuant to a legal warrant or granted due to an emergency situation."
Link to the responses from the carriers Markey contacted can be found HERE.
One of the major concerns is the practice of supplying “cell tower dumps” in which mobile carriers are asked to provide record of every cell phone that accesses a particular relay tower during a specified period of time, regardless of whether the users are subject to an investigation.
Other findings from the responses to Rep. Markey include:
There were approximately 1.3 million federal, state, and local law enforcement requests for cell phone records to wireless carriers in 2011 (This number does not include T-Mobile because the company did not provide this information in its response.). As a point of comparison in 2010, there were approximately 3,000 wiretaps issued nationwide.
Verizon reported that there has been an annual increase of law enforcement requests of 15 percent, and T-Mobile reported and increase of 12-16 percent.
Information shared with law enforcement includes data such as geolocation information, content of text messages, wiretaps, among others.
Requests also include “cell tower dumps” in which carriers provide all the phones numbers of cell users that connect with a tower during a discreet period of time. In many cases, this includes information on innocent people, as cell phone tower dumps include all the calls made from a tower during a period of time.
There is no comprehensive reporting of these information requests anywhere – this is the first ever accounting of this.
“We cannot allow privacy protections to be swept aside with the sweeping nature of these information requests, especially for innocent consumers,” Markey stated.
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Attacks recently observed in Poland involved cybercriminals hacking into home routers and changing their DNS settings so they can intercept user connections to online banking sites.
Researchers from the Polish Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT Polska) believe attackers will likely target users from other countries as well in the future using similar techniques.
“The attack is possible due to several vulnerabilities in home routers that make DNS configuration susceptible to unauthorized remote modifications,” the Polish CERT researchers said Thursday in a blog post. “In the resulting man-in-the-middle attack content of several e-banking websites was altered to include JavaScript injects that tricked users into giving up their usernames, passwords and TANs [transaction authentication numbers]. Effectively, money is stolen from users’ bank accounts.”
Unless intentionally configured otherwise, devices connected to a local network will typically use the DNS server provided by the network’s router to resolve domain names to IP (Internet Protocol) addresses. If attackers compromise the router and configure it to use a DNS server under their control, they can respond with rogue IP addresses to DNS queries for the domain names they wish to target.
In the recent attacks in Poland, the hackers used a DNS server that responded with rogue IP addresses for the domain names of five Polish banks. Those IP addresses corresponded to a server that acted as a proxy, providing attackers with a man-in-the-middle position to intercept, inspect and modify traffic between users and the online banking websites they wanted to target.
The problem for the hackers was that those sites used HTTPS — HTTP with SSL encryption — making it impossible to impersonate them without a valid digital certificate issued by a certificate authority. Because of this, they decided to use a less sophisticated technique known as SSL stripping.
Many banks use SSL encryption for their online banking systems, but not their entire websites. In most cases, users first connect to the bank’s main website over plain HTTP and then click on a button or link to access the log-in page for the secure part of the site where SSL is enabled.
It is at this point that attackers prevented the secure connection from being established. Their rogue proxy server established an encrypted connection with the online banking site, but kept the connection between the user and itself unencrypted.
When such an attack is in progress, the visual indicators for secure SSL connections are missing from the browser. However, it’s hard for the victims to notice since they clicked on a URL from the bank’s real website so they have no reason to suspect an attack, said Przemyslaw Jaroszewski, the head of incident response at CERT Polska.
The attackers went even further and rewrote the URLs seen by users in their browser’s address bar to have “ssl-.” in front of the domain name.
While none of the individual techniques used in the attacks were new, Jaroszewski said that as far as he knows this is the first time when attackers used them together in a mass attack targeting online banking users.
Polish IT security outfit Niebezpiecznik.pl linked the attacks to a vulnerability reported last month in ZyNOS, a router firmware created by ZyXEL Communications that’s apparently also used in some router models from other manufacturers including TP-Link, ZTE, D-Link and AirLive.
The vulnerability allows attackers to download a file containing the router’s configuration without authentication. The file can then be unpacked and parsed to extract the password for the router’s administrative interface.
CERT Polska couldn’t definitively link a particular vulnerability to the DNS attacks, Jaroszewski said. While the ZyNOS vulnerability looks like a strong candidate, some of the attacks date back to late December, before the vulnerability was publicly disclosed, he said.
“There are many ways to modify DNS entries in home routers, some of them known for years,” Jaroszewski said. “It is actually surprising that it’s the first time we see it exploited for profit on a mass scale.”
Many vulnerabilities that allowed remote access to the administration interface of home routers were found over the years, including in models supplied by various ISPs to their customers.
Three vulnerabilities were found last month in a router called EE BrightBox that’s provided by British broadband provider EE to customers as standard equipment. One of those vulnerabilities could potentially allow attackers to change the router’s DNS configuration.
Jaroszewski believes that it’s likely DNS attacks like those in Poland will be used against online banking users in other countries in the future. However, for now he wasn’t aware of any reports of similar attacks outside Poland.
While routers configured for remote administration over the Internet are obviously more likely to be targeted, Jaroszewski said that he knows of cases where malicious JavaScript code loaded from a website was used to instruct visitors’ browsers to send rogue commands to their home routers over the local networks using default credentials. This is known as a cross-site request forgery attack.
“In order to protect a home routers from the attack, any type of remote administration access from the Internet should be disabled,” the Polish CERT researchers said. “Default usernames and passwords should be changed to unique ones, not revealed publicly.”
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A new security project is monitoring in real time the price of stolen credit-card data sold in underground forums, which may eventually reveal emerging cybercrime trends.
The company behind it, CloudeyeZ, is publishing the data it collects, called the “Underground Activity Index,” daily on its website, said founder Dan Clements. The company offers several services centered around finding stolen data and matching it with the organization that was breached.
The project, which is run by CloudeyeZ team member Nikolay Danev of Bulgaria, is a somewhat new approach. While major security vendors have periodically published information on how much stolen credit card data sells for, the data hasn’t been in real time.
“We never really thought we would kind of bring the intelligence out of the closet and put it up somewhere where you could watch it,” Clement said.
CloudeyeZ, based in California, is collecting the data using bots, or automated programs that can scrape and collate data from seven of the major English-speaking forums. There are many more such forums on the Internet. Clements said the sites chosen to collect the statistics are representative enough “where we might be able to see fluctuations in the supply and demand in the cards in the underground.”
The URLs of the sites are not included in the published data. The forums are typically password protected, with membership strictly limited to vetted participants, although law enforcement and security researchers have managed to infiltrate the forums.
Hackers specialize in collecting card data and then sell it in the forums to other fraudsters, who try to buy goods online or create fake cards in an attempt to cash out.
CloudeyeZ is monitoring more than 300,000 sets of card details, which mostly are U.S. cards including Visa, MasterCard, Discovery and American Express. Visa cards appear to be the most popular, which CloudeyeZ attributes to the large number of cards in circulation, which has also made those the cheapest cards at around $2 each.
The project has only been running for about three weeks, so it is too early to spot trends. But CloudeyeZ hopes the monitoring will reveal factors that influence prices, such as law enforcement actions, Clements said.
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After an Election Day without foreign interference and cyberattacks, security experts turn their focus to disinformation.
Election Day was a relatively quiet one for cybersecurity news, but officials remain on high alert for nefarious activity as the vote count continues. Disinformation is top of mind among federal officials and security experts keeping a vigilant watch for both foreign and domestic activity.
In a media call held on Nov. 3, senior officials at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) expressed confidence that the voter count was not affected but emphasized “we’re not out of the woods yet” when it comes to election-related security threats. While foreign activity has so far been lower than in 2016, the attack surface and potential for disinformation and foreign interference extends into the next month.
Partners with the Election Integrity Partnership (EIP), a coalition of research entities with the goal of detecting and mitigating election-related threats, explained specific instances of disinformation spotted in the 2020 election during a briefing held on Nov. 4. Throughout the night of Nov. 3, they noticed disinformation amplify following tweets from President Trump and his supporters.
Some of these posts related to claims of ballot fraud, irregularities around in-person voting, and reports from polling stations, said Camille Francois, CIO of Graphika NY. After the president’s late-night speech, they noticed an uptick in related conversations, as well as an increase in “stop the steal” messages and hashtags across social media platforms. Around 3 a.m. to 4 a.m., they saw upticks in conversations around the potential for offline violence.
“This has been very high on our monitoring priorities and we’re going to continue looking for those,” Francois noted. There were a handful of accounts affiliated with Russia’s Internet Research Agency (IRA) pushing stories throughout the night, but these gained little traction.
“We haven’t seen any significant incident of foreign disinformation throughout the night,” she added. The team was also watching messages from Russian and Iranian state-sponsored media, which mostly pushed messages stating the US election was “unimportant for their countries.”
Reusing False Narratives: A Concerning Pattern
There was an interesting, and concerning, pattern of disinformation chasing the news, noted Alex Stamos, director of the Stanford Internet Observatory and former Facebook CISO. As an example, he pointed to a narrative from a variety of different actors, who claimed voters were being provided with Sharpies in a conspiracy to steal the election. The story started in Chicago, he said, and, of course, using a Sharpie to mark a ballot doesn’t affect one’s vote.
However, once this story was out there, it later spread to Connecticut. After one news outlet called Arizona for Joe Biden and there was a discussion of whether that call was premature, the experts saw this narrative repurposed with Arizona as the location, without any evidence.
“I think we will continue to see this over the next couple of days,” Stamos said of the false narrative spread. “As the electoral map shifts … different scenarios change. You’re going to see the disinformation actors reach into their bag of different kinds of ideas that have been thrown out there, but they’re going to recycle them in very specific scenarios tied to those places.”
This should be especially interesting if there’s a legal challenge to the election in specific states, he continued. If one state is determinative and pushed into the spotlight, we may see that state get false narratives recycled with them at the center. Stamos noted the team reported these cases to the social media platforms where they were found; most are believed to have been removed or at least labeled.
Kate Starbird, associate professor of Human Centered Design and Engineering at the University of Washington, calls all of these disinformation narratives, such as claims of voter fraud, “raw material.” She warns we’ll continue to see this kind content reused. The attacks may become more specific, she adds, as attackers will know which states to target as the election count continues.
“In coming days … that raw material is going to be placed into new narratives and focused on particular areas in order to continue to bolster these claims about voter fraud,” Starbird says. While the EIP perceives there is a vulnerability to foreign influence and disinformation here, they have not seen much of this be influential.
Disinformation rapidly spreads across platforms, noted Isabella Garcia-Camargo, researcher at the Stanford Internet Observatory. In keeping a close eye on different language groups, the EIP saw disinformation specifically targeting Spanish-speaking communities. Information security researcher The Grugq pointed out on Twitter that Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp were “heavily used” to spread disinformation written in Spanish.
“The vast majority of anti disinformation work this past year has been focused on English,” he wrote. “There simply hasn’t been the same attention and resources available to non English speaking communities.”
Because the efforts to counter disinformation are overwhelmingly English, Spanish speakers are left vulnerable. As Garcia-Camargo noted, the disinformation in Spanish was seen into the morning of Nov. 4.
Federal officials emphasized they will continue to monitor for election threats in the coming days and weeks.
“We will remain vigilant for any attempts by foreign actors to target or disrupt the ongoing vote counting and final certification of results,” said CISA director Chris Krebs in a Nov. 4 statement, also confirming there is no evidence a foreign adversary was able to interfere with vote tallies.
General Paul Nakasone, director of the National Security Agency and US Cyber Command, said on Twitter both organizations are continuing to watch for foreign adversaries who seek to interfere in the electoral processes.
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Privacy breaches: Social media platforms collect and store a lot of personal information about their users, which can be vulnerable to hackers and data breaches.
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Ransomware is a type of malicious software from cryptovirology that threatens to publish the victim’s data or perpetually block access to it unless a ransom is paid. While some simple ransomware may lock the system in a way which is not difficult for a knowledgeable person to reverse, more advanced malware uses a technique called cryptoviral extortion, in which it encrypts the victim’s files, making them inaccessible, and demands a ransom payment to decrypt them.
Recently, someone asked me if this was a real thing. My response was, “it’s absolutely a real thing!” What bothered me about this question is not that this person was seemingly unaware, but that they were not sufficiently educated about this very real problem facing Internet Users. That education ultimately falls to Network Administrators and Service providers to make sure that the people accessing the networks and machines connected to those networks are aware and have at least a basic understanding of the threats. The educated user is the first and most powerful line of defense for computers connected to any network. Whether that network is a business network or a home network.
Obviously, the second most important item in this chain or protection is having and using effective tools, such as anti-virus/anti-malware software to protect against such threats. Believe it or not, not all Anti-virus programs are created equal so, not all anti-virus programs are capable of protecting against this particular type of threat. This falls under the heading of you get what you pay for. At this point you’re wondering if your AV (anti-virus) program is up to the task. That’s good! That is definitely a question you should be asking yourself. The next person you should ask is the one charged to take care of your network and the computers/servers connected to that network. But I’m getting side-tracked. The point of this message is to make you aware that it’s out there, it’s real, and the most important thing: in almost all instances it requires human intervention – the user – to get infected.
One of the first infection methods I saw was one that was delivered in an MS Office document embedded with a Macro that dropped the malware payload onto the users’ computer as soon as it was opened which then propagated outward from there to the network. (Many businesses receive resumes in the form of Word files.) It wasn’t long after the document was opened that I got a phone call about their computer acting strangely. Less than an hour later it had spread to half the file shares this user was connected to. What caused bothered the user was that it was a document the user was expecting from a trusted source. In this instance two bad things happened: Macro enabled MS Office files from a trusted source was an acceptable method of receiving information, and the AV program installed on that workstation was not up to the task and missed the threat. Either because it didn’t have the necessary malware signatures to identify the threat, or it simply wasn’t able to do so. A third possibility is that the user was made aware by the AV program, but dismissed it because it came from a trusted source. After the fact and after everything was cleaned up my first recommendation was to never accept MS Word files as attachments, but rather demand that if a document must be sent it should be sent as a PDF. While they’re not invulnerable, they’re much harder to corrupt and therefore much safer.
The second most popular attack vector is directly from the internet. An internet site that has been compromised can quite easily push the payload to the target easily by using scripts that run invisible in the background beyond the site of the visitor. Making it that much more critical that the AV program installed to protect the computer and the network from such attacks. But, more importantly it is even more critical that the user be aware and ever suspicious when surfing the internet that threats are out there and can potentially turn up just about anywhere.
Yesterday, a new ransomware strain, BadRabbit, began spreading. This time, cybercriminals used popular Russian news sites to spread the ransomware. Despite recycling some of NotPetya’s code, BadRabbit did not spread as pervasively as WannaCry or NotPetya. It did, however, manage to infect the Ministry of Infrastructure of Ukraine, Odessa’s airport, Kiev’s subway and two Russian media groups. (Source: Avast Blog – https://blog.avast.com/its-rabbit-season-badrabbit-ransomware-infects-airports-and-subways – Post Date: 25 October 2017)
If you’re sufficiently worried or just a little bit scared, that’s ok. The most important thing to take away from this is to remain vigilant and if something seems off about a website then it very well might be.
Make policy in your office or for yourself not to accept Word documents as email attachments especially if you get a message from someone you rarely hear from or don’t know.
If you’re a home user, make certain that your anti-virus is always kept up to date and that it can deal with this type of malware. If you’re not sure find out. Check the AV vendor’s website, or even send them a message asking them directly. Or call and ask me even if you’re not currently a client. | http://www.compinfosystems.com/ransomware-real-threat/ |
The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized the way we interact with technology, connecting devices and systems to enhance efficiency and convenience. However, this interconnectedness also introduces new security challenges. With billions of IoT devices deployed worldwide, ensuring their protection against cyber threats is crucial. This is where comes into play.
a comprehensive security solution offered by Microsoft that helps organizations safeguard their IoT infrastructure and devices from potential vulnerabilities and attacks. By leveraging advanced threat intelligence and machine learning capabilities, real-time visibility, threat detection, and incident response to protect against cyber threats.
One of the key features of its ability to identify abnormal behavior patterns in device communications. It continuously monitors network traffic and analyzes data flows to detect any suspicious activities or anomalies that could indicate a potential security breach. By leveraging machine learning algorithms, it can quickly identify emerging threats and provide actionable insights to mitigate risks.
Another vital aspect of its integration with Azure Security Center. This allows organizations to have a centralized view of their overall security posture across both cloud and edge environments. By consolidating security alerts and recommendations in one place, it simplifies the management and monitoring process, making it easier for IT teams to respond effectively to potential threats.
also offers advanced threat intelligence capabilities through Microsoft’s vast global threat intelligence network. This real-time threat intelligence helps organizations proactively defend against emerging threats before they can cause significant damage.
In addition to threat detection, enables organizations to respond swiftly to security incidents through automated actions or manual intervention. It provides detailed insights into detected threats along with recommended response actions, empowering IT teams to take immediate steps to mitigate risks and protect their IoT infrastructure.
Furthermore, supports compliance monitoring and reporting, helping organizations adhere to industry regulations and standards. It provides a comprehensive set of compliance controls and offers continuous monitoring to ensure that devices remain compliant with security policies.
designed to be scalable, making it suitable for organizations of all sizes. Whether you have a few connected devices or a vast IoT ecosystem, can seamlessly adapt to your needs.
In conclusion, as continues to grow at an exponential rate, so do the associated security risks. offers a robust security solution that helps organizations protect their IoT infrastructure from evolving cyber threats. With its advanced threat intelligence capabilities, real-time monitoring, and incident response features, empowers organizations to strengthen their security posture in the world of interconnected devices. By leveraging this powerful solution, businesses can confidently embrace the potential of IoT while safeguarding their critical assets and data.
Enhance IoT Security with Azure Defender: 6 Tips to Safeguard Your IoT Infrastructure
Utilize Azure Defender IoT to monitor and detect malicious activities across your entire IoT infrastructure.
Set up alerts for suspicious activity, such as failed authentication attempts or unauthorized device access.
Leverage identify anomalous behavior in connected devices and networks.
As (IoT) continues to expand, organizations face increasing challenges in securing their interconnected devices. To address this concern, Microsoft offers —a powerful solution that enables you to monitor and detect malicious activities across your entire IoT infrastructure.
By leveraging , you gain real-time visibility into your IoT ecosystem. This comprehensive security solution continuously monitors network traffic and analyzes data flows to identify any abnormal behavior patterns. It uses advanced threat intelligence and quickly detect potential vulnerabilities or attacks.
With , you can proactively protect your devices from emerging threats. By integrating with Azure Security Center, it provides a centralized view of your overall security posture, simplifying management and monitoring processes. You receive consolidated security alerts and recommendations to effectively respond to potential risks.
One of the key advantages of utilizing its ability to leverage Microsoft’s global threat intelligence network. This network provides up-to-date information on known attack patterns, malicious IP addresses, and suspicious domains. By staying ahead of evolving threats, you can take proactive measures to secure your IoT infrastructure.
In the event of a security incident, empowers you to respond swiftly and effectively. It offers detailed insights into detected threats along with recommended response actions. Whether through automated actions or manual intervention, you can mitigate risks promptly and protect your critical assets.
Furthermore, supports compliance monitoring and reporting. It helps you adhere to industry regulations and standards by providing a comprehensive set of compliance controls. With continuous monitoring capabilities, you can ensure that your devices remain compliant with security policies.
In conclusion, the proliferation of interconnected devices in the IoT landscape necessitates robust security measures. By utilizing , organizations can monitor their entire IoT infrastructure and detect malicious activities in real-time. This powerful solution not only enhances threat detection but also facilitates incident response and compliance management. With , you can confidently safeguard your IoT ecosystem and protect your business from evolving cyber threats.
Enhance IoT Security with Azure Defender: Set Up Alerts for Suspicious Activity
When it comes to securing your Internet of Things (IoT) infrastructure, being proactive is key. offers a valuable tip to strengthen your security posture: set up alerts for suspicious activity. By configuring alerts for events like failed authentication attempts or unauthorized device access, you can stay one step ahead of potential threats and respond swiftly to mitigate risks.
Failed authentication attempts are often indicators of unauthorized access attempts or potential credential theft. By setting up alerts for these events, you can receive real-time notifications whenever such incidents occur. This allows you to quickly investigate and take appropriate action, such as blocking the suspicious IP address or initiating additional security measures.
Similarly, unauthorized device access can be a red flag indicating a potential breach or compromised device within your IoT network. By configuring alerts for unauthorized access attempts, you can be instantly notified when devices are accessed without proper authorization. This enables you to promptly identify and address any security vulnerabilities or malicious activities.
Setting up alerts in straightforward. You can define specific criteria and thresholds that trigger an alert, such as a certain number of failed authentication attempts within a defined time period or access from unrecognized IP addresses. Azure Defender provides a user-friendly interface where you can configure these settings based on your specific security requirements.
Once the alerts are set up, will continuously monitor your IoT environment and trigger notifications whenever suspicious activity occurs. These alerts can be sent via email, SMS, or integrated with popular incident response platforms.
By leveraging the power of ’s alerting capabilities, you gain valuable visibility into potential security risks in real-time. This allows you to respond swiftly and effectively to protect your IoT infrastructure from threats before they cause significant damage.
In conclusion, setting up alerts for suspicious activity is an essential practice when it comes to securing your IoT environment with Azure Defender. Being proactive and promptly addressing potential security incidents can help you mitigate risks, protect sensitive data, and maintain the integrity of your IoT ecosystem. By leveraging ’s alerting capabilities, you can stay ahead of threats and ensure a robust security posture for your organization’s IoT infrastructure.
Configure security policies to protect against known threats and vulnerabilities in the IoT environment.
Configure Security Policies to Safeguard Your IoT Environment with Azure Defender
In the ever-expanding realm of (IoT), ensuring the security of your connected devices and systems is paramount. a robust set of tools and features to help protect against known threats and vulnerabilities. One essential tip to maximize your security posture is to configure security policies tailored to your specific IoT environment.
By configuring security policies, you can proactively defend against known threats and vulnerabilities that could compromise the integrity and confidentiality of your IoT infrastructure. allows you to define customized rules and settings that align with industry best practices and compliance requirements.
To get started, assess your IoT environment’s unique characteristics, such as device types, communication protocols, and data flows. This evaluation will help you identify potential weak points or areas susceptible to attacks. Once you have a clear understanding of your environment’s intricacies, you can begin crafting security policies that address these specific concerns.
Consider implementing the following key elements within your security policies:
Access Controls: Define strict access controls by configuring role-based access control (RBAC) permissions for users and devices interacting with your IoT environment. Limiting access to authorized personnel reduces the risk of unauthorized individuals gaining control over critical systems or data.
Device Authentication: Enable strong device authentication mechanisms such as certificates or device-specific credentials. This ensures that only trusted devices can connect to your IoT infrastructure, preventing unauthorized access attempts.
Data Encryption: Implement end-to-end encryption for data transmitted . Encryption safeguards sensitive information from interception or tampering during transit, providing an additional layer of protection.
Vulnerability Management: Regularly scan your IoT devices for known vulnerabilities using tools like Azure Security Center’s vulnerability assessment feature. Stay informed about patch releases and apply necessary updates promptly to mitigate potential risks.
Threat Detection Rules: Leverage ’s threat detection capabilities by configuring rules that align with your environment’s specific needs. These rules can help identify suspicious activities, abnormal behavior patterns, or known attack signatures, enabling timely detection and response.
Incident Response Plans: Develop comprehensive incident response plans that outline the steps to be taken in the event of a security breach or compromise. This includes defining roles and responsibilities, establishing communication channels, and conducting regular drills to ensure readiness.
By configuring security policies tailored to your IoT environment, you establish a proactive defense against known threats and vulnerabilities. the necessary tools and features to help you enforce these policies effectively. Regularly review and update your security policies as new threats emerge or as your IoT ecosystem evolves.
Remember, securing your IoT environment is an ongoing process that requires continuous monitoring and adaptation. By taking this crucial step of configuring security policies with , you can significantly enhance the protection of your connected devices and systems in today’s ever-evolving threat landscape.
Leveraging Machine Learning Algorithms to Enhance Security in
In the ever-expanding landscape of (IoT), ensuring the security of connected devices and networks is paramount. One powerful tool in its ability to leverage identify anomalous behavior.
Machine learning algorithms are designed to analyze vast amounts of data and recognize patterns that may not be apparent to human observers. When applied to IoT security, these algorithms can quickly detect abnormal behavior in connected devices and networks, enabling proactive threat detection and response.
By continuously monitoring device communications and network traffic, uses establish a baseline of normal behavior. This baseline includes factors like device-to-device communication patterns, data transfer rates, and typical usage patterns.
Once the baseline is established, the machine learning algorithms can then identify deviations from normal behavior. These deviations could indicate potential security threats or anomalies that require investigation. For example, if a device suddenly starts communicating with unfamiliar IP addresses or exhibits unusual data transfer patterns, it may be a sign of a compromised device or a malicious attack.
The strength of machine learning lies in its ability to adapt and learn from new data over time. As more information is gathered and analyzed, the algorithms become more accurate at identifying anomalous behavior specific to an organization’s IoT environment. This iterative process allows to continually improve its threat detection capabilities.
When anomalous behavior is detected, real-time alerts and actionable insights to IT teams. These insights enable organizations to respond swiftly by investigating the issue further or taking immediate mitigation measures. By leveraging machine learning algorithms, organizations can proactively defend against emerging threats before they cause significant harm.
Furthermore, as integrates with Azure Security Center, organizations benefit from a centralized view of their overall security posture. This integration allows security teams to correlate anomalies detected by machine learning algorithms with other security events across their cloud and edge environments. This holistic approach provides a comprehensive understanding of potential threats and facilitates a more effective response.
In conclusion, leveraging machine learning algorithms is a game-changer in enhancing IoT security through . By continuously analyzing device communications and network traffic, these algorithms can identify anomalous behavior that may indicate potential security threats. With real-time alerts and actionable insights, organizations can respond promptly to mitigate risks and protect their IoT infrastructure. By harnessing the power of machine learning, empowers organizations to stay one step ahead in the ever-evolving landscape of IoT security.
Establish secure communication channels using encryption protocols, such as TLS/SSL or IPSec VPNs.
Securing Communication Channels in : Protecting Devices and Cloud Services
In the realm of IoT, where devices are interconnected with cloud services, establishing secure communication channels is paramount to safeguarding sensitive data and ensuring the integrity of your infrastructure. robust security measures to help organizations achieve this goal, including the implementation of encryption protocols such as TLS/SSL or IPSec VPNs.
One essential tip for enhancing security in to establish secure communication channels using encryption protocols. Encryption is a process that transforms data into an unreadable format, making it inaccessible to unauthorized individuals. By utilizing encryption protocols like TLS/SSL (Transport Layer Security/Secure Sockets Layer) or IPSec (Internet Protocol Security) VPNs, organizations can ensure that data transmitted remains confidential and protected from interception or tampering.
TLS/SSL is a widely adopted encryption protocol that establishes a secure connection between two endpoints over a network. It encrypts the data being transmitted, preventing unauthorized access during transit. By implementing TLS/SSL in , organizations can ensure that sensitive information exchanged remains encrypted and secure.
Similarly, IPSec VPNs provide a secure tunnel for communication by encrypting the entire network traffic. This ensures end-to-end protection of data while it traverses through potentially untrusted networks. By leveraging IPSec VPNs within , organizations can establish private and secure connections that shield their IoT infrastructure from potential threats.
Implementing these encryption protocols in offers several benefits. Firstly, it prevents eavesdropping on device-to-cloud communications, safeguarding critical information from prying eyes. Secondly, it protects against tampering or modification of data during transit by validating its integrity using cryptographic mechanisms. Lastly, it ensures authentication of both ends of the communication channel, verifying the identity of devices and cloud services involved.
To implement secure communication channels in , organizations should follow best practices such as:
Enabling encryption protocols: Configure to utilize TLS/SSL or IPSec VPNs for secure communication .
Certificate management: Employ proper certificate management practices to ensure the validity and integrity of certificates used for encryption.
Regular updates: Keep encryption protocols and related software up to date to benefit from the latest security enhancements and patches.
Access control: Implement strong access controls, including authentication mechanisms, to prevent unauthorized access to devices and cloud services.
By implementing these measures, organizations can establish robust and secure communication channels in . This not only protects sensitive data but also helps maintain the trust of customers, partners, and stakeholders by demonstrating a commitment to data security in the ever-evolving landscape of IoT.
In today’s interconnected world, where (IoT) is becoming increasingly prevalent, ensuring the security of your connected devices is paramount. One crucial step in safeguarding your IoT infrastructure is to regularly patch all connected devices with the latest firmware updates. By doing so, you can significantly reduce the risk of exploitation by attackers.
Firmware updates play a vital role in addressing vulnerabilities and weaknesses that may exist in your IoT devices. Manufacturers continuously work to improve the security of their products and release patches to fix any identified vulnerabilities. These patches often include critical security updates that address known issues and strengthen device defenses against emerging threats.
Attackers are constantly on the lookout for security flaws in IoT devices to exploit them for malicious purposes. They may take advantage of unpatched vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access, compromise sensitive data, or even control your devices remotely. Regularly applying firmware updates helps close these security gaps and ensures that your devices are equipped with the latest protection mechanisms.
By keeping all connected devices up to date with the latest firmware updates, you stay one step ahead of potential attackers. It demonstrates proactive security measures and a commitment to protecting your IoT infrastructure from evolving threats.
Implementing a regular patching process for your IoT devices is relatively straightforward. Start by identifying all connected devices within your network and establishing a centralized inventory. Keep track of each device’s manufacturer, model, and firmware version. This information will help you stay informed about available updates specific to each device.
Next, regularly check for firmware updates provided by manufacturers or authorized sources. Most manufacturers offer software tools or online portals where you can download the latest firmware releases for their respective products. Set up a schedule for checking these sources and applying updates promptly.
It’s important to note that patch management should be carried out carefully to avoid any disruptions or unintended consequences. Before applying any firmware update, thoroughly review release notes, documentation, and any associated recommendations from the manufacturer. Some updates may require specific instructions or precautions to ensure a smooth installation process.
In addition to regular patching, consider implementing an automated update mechanism whenever possible. This can simplify the process by automatically checking for available firmware updates and applying them without manual intervention. However, exercise caution when enabling automated updates, as it is essential to validate the authenticity and integrity of any updates before installation.
Remember, regular patching is not a one-time task but an ongoing process. As new vulnerabilities are discovered and threats evolve, manufacturers will continue to release firmware updates to address these issues. Stay vigilant and make patch management a routine part of your IoT security strategy.
By ensuring that all connected devices are regularly patched with the latest firmware updates, you significantly reduce the risk of exploitation by attackers. This proactive approach helps protect your IoT infrastructure, safeguard sensitive data, and maintain the integrity of your devices. Stay ahead of potential threats by prioritizing regular patching as a fundamental aspect of your IoT security practices.
In today’s increasingly connected world, (IoT) has revolutionized the way we live and work. From smart homes to industrial automation, IoT devices have become an integral part of our daily lives. However, with this increased connectivity comes the need for robust security measures to protect against potential threats.
Introducing , a comprehensive security solution designed specifically to safeguard your IoT devices and data. Built on the powerful Azure cloud platform, this advanced tool offers features to detect, analyze, and respond to security threats in real-time.
One of the key strengths of its ability to provide end-to-end visibility across your entire IoT infrastructure. By continuously monitoring your devices and networks, it can identify potential vulnerabilities or suspicious activities that could compromise your system’s security. This proactive approach allows you to stay one step ahead of attackers and take immediate action to mitigate risks.
With , you gain access to a range of advanced threat intelligence capabilities. It leverages machine learning algorithms and behavioral analytics to detect anomalies and patterns that indicate potential attacks or unauthorized access attempts. By analyzing vast amounts of data generated by your IoT devices, it can quickly identify any deviations from normal behavior and raise alerts in real-time.
In addition to threat detection, also offers robust incident response capabilities. This enables you or your security team to take prompt action in mitigating the risk before any significant damage occurs. With built-in integration with other Microsoft security solutions like Azure Sentinel, you can streamline your incident response processes across multiple platforms.
also helps you meet compliance requirements by providing detailed reports on device health status and security incidents. By demonstrating a proactive approach to security, you can enhance trust among your customers and partners.
Furthermore, designed to be highly scalable and adaptable to different IoT environments. Whether you have a small deployment of devices or a large-scale industrial setup, the solution can be easily tailored to meet your specific needs. In conclusion, Microsoft an essential tool for organizations looking to protect their IoT devices and data from evolving cyber threats. With its comprehensive set of features, including real-time threat detection, advanced analytics, and incident response capabilities, it provides the necessary security foundation for any IoT deployment. By leveraging the power of the Azure cloud platform, you can ensure that your connected devices operate securely and reliably while maintaining compliance with industry standards.
Embrace the future of secure IoT with and safeguard your connected world with confidence.
Microsoft a comprehensive security solution designed to protect IoT devices and data from potential threats. It is built on the Azure cloud platform and offers a range of advanced features to detect, analyze, and respond to security risks in real-time.
end-to-end visibility across your entire IoT infrastructure, continuously monitoring devices and networks for potential vulnerabilities or suspicious activities. By leveraging machine learning algorithms and behavioral analytics, it can detect anomalies and patterns that indicate potential attacks or unauthorized access attempts.
The solution offers proactive threat detection by analyzing vast amounts of data generated by IoT devices. It can quickly identify any deviations from normal behavior and raise alerts in real-time, allowing you to take immediate action to mitigate risks before they escalate.
In addition to threat detection, robust incident response capabilities. When a potential threat is detected, it offers actionable insights and recommendations on how best to respond. Integration with other Microsoft security solutions like Azure Sentinel allows for streamlined incident response processes across multiple platforms.
The solution is highly scalable and adaptable, suitable for small deployments of devices as well as large-scale industrial setups. It supports various IoT protocols and integrates seamlessly with popular IoT platforms, making it compatible with most existing infrastructures.
Overall, Microsoft an essential tool that enables organizations to secure their IoT devices and data effectively. With its comprehensive set of features, real-time threat detection, advanced analytics, and incident response capabilities, it provides a strong foundation for protecting connected devices in today’s interconnected world.
How does protect my devices?
Microsoft comprehensive protection for your IoT devices through a combination of advanced security features and real-time threat intelligence. Here’s how it safeguards your devices:
Real-time threat detection: continuously monitors your devices and networks, analyzing data generated by them to detect potential vulnerabilities or suspicious activities. Anomaly detection: By establishing a baseline of normal device behavior, can quickly identify any deviations from the expected patterns. This helps in detecting abnormal activities that could indicate a security threat.
Security alerts and notifications: When a potential threat is detected, raises alerts in real-time, providing you with actionable insights and recommendations on how best to respond. These alerts help you take immediate action to mitigate risks before any significant damage occurs.
Incident response capabilities: In addition to alerting, offers robust incident response capabilities. It provides detailed information about the detected threats, including the affected devices, their location, and the nature of the attack. This integration enhances your overall security posture by leveraging the capabilities of different tools in a cohesive manner.
Compliance reporting: detailed reports on device health status and security incidents, helping you meet compliance requirements. These reports can be used as evidence during audits or as a basis for implementing security improvements.
Scalability and adaptability: Whether you have a small deployment of devices or a large-scale industrial setup, designed to be highly scalable and adaptable to different IoT environments. By leveraging the power of Azure cloud platform and its advanced security capabilities, ensures that your devices are protected from evolving cyber threats. It provides end-to-end visibility, real-time threat detection, incident response capabilities, and compliance reporting to safeguard your connected devices and data effectively.
What are the features of ?
offers a range of features to protect your connected devices and data. Here are some key features:
Threat detection and monitoring: continuously monitors your IoT devices and networks, analyzing data in real-time to detect potential security threats. It uses advanced analytics and identify anomalies, patterns, and suspicious activities that could indicate an attack or unauthorized access.
Incident response and remediation: When a potential threat is detected, actionable insights and recommendations on how to respond effectively. It helps you prioritize and mitigate risks promptly, minimizing the impact of security incidents.
Asset inventory and vulnerability management: The solution maintains an up-to-date inventory of all your IoT assets, including devices, firmware versions, and configurations. It also scans for vulnerabilities in your IoT infrastructure, providing visibility into potential weaknesses that could be exploited by attackers.
Behavioral analytics: leverages behavioral analytics to establish baselines of normal device behavior. By continuously monitoring device activities, it can detect deviations from the baseline that may indicate compromised devices or malicious activities.
Integration with Azure Sentinel: seamlessly integrates with Azure Sentinel, Microsoft’s cloud-native Security Information Event Management (SIEM) solution. This integration allows you to centralize security event management across your entire infrastructure and streamline incident response processes.
Compliance reporting: The solution generates detailed reports on device health status, security incidents, and compliance adherence. Scalability and compatibility: designed to scale effortlessly from small deployments to large-scale industrial environments. It supports IoT protocols and integrates smoothly with popular IoT platforms, ensuring compatibility with diverse infrastructures.
Threat intelligence integration: Microsoft’s vast network of threat intelligence sources is integrated into . This integration enables the solution to stay up-to-date with the latest threat intelligence, enhancing its ability to detect and respond to emerging threats.
By leveraging these features, Microsoft a comprehensive security solution tailored specifically for IoT environments. It empowers organizations to proactively protect their connected devices and data from evolving cyber threats, ensuring the reliability and integrity of their IoT deployments.
Enable : In the Azure portal, navigate to the service and enable it for your subscription.
Connect Devices: Connect your IoT devices to the Azure IoT Hub or other supported platforms. This allows them to send telemetry data to the cloud for analysis and monitoring.
Install the Sensor: Install the sensor on your devices or gateways. The sensor collects telemetry data from connected devices and sends it securely to the cloud for analysis.
Configure Security Policies: Define security policies based on your specific requirements. These policies determine what types of activities or behaviors should be considered normal or suspicious, enabling detection of potential threats.
Fine-tune Settings: Customize additional settings such as alert thresholds, incident response actions, and integration with other security solutions like Azure Sentinel.
Monitor and Respond: Once configured, continuously monitors your devices and networks, analyzing telemetry data in real-time. It detects anomalies, identifies potential threats, and raises alerts when necessary.
Investigate Incidents: When an alert is triggered, you can investigate the incident using the provided insights and recommendations from . This helps you understand the nature of the threat and take appropriate action promptly.
Improve Security Posture: Regularly review security reports generated by to gain insights into device health status, security incidents, and compliance posture. Use this information to enhance your overall security strategy.
Microsoft provides comprehensive documentation and resources to guide users through each step of setting up and configuring effectively. Additionally, Microsoft’s support team is available to assist with any questions or issues that may arise during the setup process.
Overall, aims to simplify the setup and configuration process, allowing users to quickly establish a robust security framework for their IoT deployments.
Navigate to the page or search for it in the Azure Marketplace.
Click on the “Start free” or “Try for free” button to initiate the trial process.
Follow the prompts to set up your trial subscription, including providing necessary details such as payment information (although you won’t be charged during the trial period).
Once your trial subscription is activated, you can access the portal and start exploring its features, configuring devices, monitoring security alerts, and responding to potential threats.
During the trial period, you can assess how well aligns with your specific requirements and evaluate its effectiveness in protecting your IoT devices and data. This hands-on experience will give you valuable insights into its capabilities and help inform your decision-making process.
Remember to keep track of the trial duration so that you can make an informed decision before it expires. If you decide to continue using after the trial ends, you can seamlessly transition to a paid subscription.
Take advantage of this opportunity to test-drive and experience firsthand how it can enhance the security of your connected devices infrastructure.
Does support multiple platforms and protocols?
Yes, Microsoft designed to support multiple platforms and protocols. It offers compatibility with IoT platforms, making it adaptable to various existing infrastructures. Whether you are using Azure IoT Hub, AWS IoT Core, or other popular IoT platforms, can seamlessly integrate with them.
Moreover, supports multiple protocols commonly used in the IoT ecosystem. This includes MQTT, AMQP, HTTPS, and more. By supporting these protocols, it ensures that you can monitor and secure your devices regardless of the communication method they utilize.
The flexibility and compatibility of allow organizations to protect their connected devices and data across different platforms and protocols. This makes it a versatile solution suitable for various IoT environments and deployments. | https://microsoft-certificate.com/tag/advanced-threat-intelligence-capabilities/ |
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I’m going to tell you how to protect yourself and your family from being the victim of a cyber attack. But you’ll need to admit that you’ve been lazy, and set some time aside today to deal with the cybercriminals that are surely coming after you – and may ruin the holidays for you and your family. The cybercrime epidemic has hit the U.S. so hard that a supervisory special agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation who investigates cyber intrusions told The Wall Street Journal that every American citizen should expect that all of their data (personally identifiable information) has been stolen and is now on the dark web. Whether that’s an exaggeration or not, in light of the recent Marriott data breach – the second largest on record – which exposed 500 million user accounts, there’s a good chance that at least some of your personally identifiable information (PII) is in criminal hands right now or it will be soon. If you don’t want to take my word for it, then read this article in The Wall Street Journal. Unfortunately, the Yahoo hack – which affected 3 billion user accounts – wasn’t enough to convince you.
I think that you should listen to the FBI agent, and expect the worst. He’s not trying to sell anything. His warning is not vendor F.U.D. (fear, uncertainty, doubt). He is genuinely concerned with helping you. That’s what the FBI does. They watch out for us, they learn about crimes (including cyber) before we do, they alert us, and they provide advice on how to protect ourselves.
Do these 2 things today:
1. Turn on 2-Factor Authentication (2FA) in your Email App. (this is also commonly referred to as Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
It literally takes just a few minutes to do this. If you turn on 2FA, then a cyber thief won’t be able to access your email account even if they’ve got your login ID and password.
I wrote this article in Sept. 2017 – after the Yahoo hack (the largest ever) was recalculated to have affected 3 billion users, up from an earlier assessment of 1 billion users. I recommend switching from Yahoo Mail to Gmail, and explain why. And I provide easy-to-follow directions for turning on Gmail’s Two-Factor Verification (same as 2FA).
I wrote this article in Oct. 2017 – after the Equifax breach caused 143 million U.S. consumers to have their email credentials, Social Security numbers and birth dates, plus other personal information, to become accessible to cyber thieves. I explain how to turn on 2FA (a.k.a. MFA) in Gmail, Yahoo Mail, AOL Mail, and other popular email services.
2. Change all or as many of your passwords as possible, and use better passwords. This doesn’t require much explaining. You already know what you need to do. But you’ve been too lazy to do it. Access to your email account, bank account, and other information may be on the dark web right now. Do you really want to keep taking that chance? Consider using a password manager app to help.
I really hope that you’ll listen to me. I don’t mean to offend anyone by calling them lazy. Cybercrime damages are predicted to cost the world $6 trillion annually by 2021, up from $3 trillion in 2015. The cyber threat is very real. Take action today and protect yourself from cybercriminals. | https://securechannels.com/urgent-warning-how-to-protect-every-lazy-u-s-citizen-from-cyber-attack/ |
The various industry-recognized models and standards (like ISO 9001, ISO 27001, CMMI, SOX 404, etc.) provide the building blocks for establishing an enterprise risk management system in the organization. They basically ensure preventive mechanisms and controls are established so that the likelihood of risks impacting business operations and continuity is reduced and in case risks do materialize then their impact is mitigated or lessened.
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When a server is back-doored through an attack, it refers to an attempt by unauthorized users...threat actors, to bypass standard security measures and achieve high-level user access to a computer system, network, or software application.
This attack gave threat actors full access to websites by compromising 93 WordPress Plugins and Themes. Specifically, threat actors gained access to 40 themes and 53 plugins from AccessPress. AccessPress is a WordPress add-on developer active on over 360,000 websites.
Jetpacks discovery of the attack
In fact, researchers at Jetpack, noticed that a PHP backdoor had been installed to the themes and plugins. Therefore, leading to the discovery of the attack. Jetpack is the makers of a security and optimization tool for WordPress sites.
An external threat actor, according to Jetpack, broke into the AccessPress website in order to compromise the software and infect other WordPress sites.
Admins unknowingly installed a compromised AccessPress product on their site, and as soon as that happened, bad actors were able to upload some malicious code giving them full command shell access to the sites.
There's no real easy way to monitor for this sort of activity unless you've got some advanced threat detection running. If you don't, and you're and AccessPress user, it's safer to assume compromise.
Sucuri researchers who had investigated the incident figured out the goals of these threat actors were to leverage the backdoor to send users to malware-dropping and scamming sites. It is probable, that the use of this malware was to sell access to back-doored websites through the dark web.
You might hear this and ask yourself, does this affect me?
Unfortunately, if you did happen to install a compromised plugin or theme onto your site, removing it or updating it will not get rid of any web shells that have been rooted there.
Website administrators have been advised to check their sites for any compromise.
Check if your site is clean
The company Jetpack who had noticed the PHP backdoor actually provided the public with a YARA rule to check if your site has been infected. Click here to check for your site!
JetPack had first noticed the backdoor in September of 2021 and after some deeper research found that the attack compromised all free plugins and themes that belonged to them.
The extensions were taken down from the download portal until the compromise could be located and fixed.
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Virus:Win32/Sality. G is the detection for files that have been infected by Virus:Win32/Sality. G.dll.
Virus:Win32/Sality. G and Virus:Win32/Sality. G.dll are variants if the Virus:Win32/Sality, a family of polymorphic file infectors that target Windows executable files with extensions .SCR or .EXE. They may execute a damaging payload that deletes files with certain extensions and terminates security-related processes and services. For more information, please see the detailed Virus:Win32/Sality family descriptionelsewhere in the encyclopedia.
Virus:Win32/Sality. G.dll.
Virus:Win32/Sality. They may also download and execute arbitrary files from a remote server.
Installation
Virus:Win32/Sality. G.dll may be dropped and loaded as %systemroot%\system32\wmimgr32.dll by Virus:Win32/Sality. G. Virus:Win32/Sality. G.dll is loaded into other processes by installing a message hook (a function that enables Virus:Win32/Sality. G to load itself into other processes).
Virus:Win32/Sality. G.dll creates a mutex named "kuku_joker_v3.04" to prevent more than one instance of itself from running in the memory at the same time.
When executed, Virus:Win32/Sality. G drops the compressed payload and file infecting component (Virus:Win32/Sality. G.dll) as %systemroot%\system32\wmimgr32.dl_ and decompresses it as %systemroot%\system32\wmimgr32.dll.
Virus:Win32/Sality. G loads the decompressed payload component immediately, then jumps back to the original code entry point of the infected file.
Virus:Win32/Sality. G.dll tries to infect PE files with extension ".EXE" and ".SCR" from local drives and network shares. Files protected by SFC (System File Check) or those whose file name contains following strings will not be infected:
Virus:Win32/Sality. G.dll tries to download and execute files from a remote server. Files are downloaded to the %TEMP% directory then executed.
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Locking your screen helps to prevent you from accidentally calling someone while your phone is in your pocket (unless, of course, you want to do that (link Okay Google).
If you set your phone down somewhere relatively safe, it is still protected from prying eyes.
Checking Apps Twice
Another huge thing to take into consideration when using your Android phone is the safety and trustworthiness of the apps that you install. How do we accomplish this?
First, if you really want to play it safe, it’s probably best to only download and install apps from the default app market, which tends to be the Google Play Store. Downloading apps from the internet may seem like a good idea, but it’s harder to track the quality of an app. The Play Store gives access to reviews, and there is at least some management of what can and cannot be placed in the store (though bad things may slip through).
Another feature of the Play Store, and something you may want to consider doing before you install that neat flashlight app you just found, is the List of Permissions. These are the system processes and pieces of information that the app will have access to once installed, something that can be found by using the following chart:
Even with these options, there are still risks – one could say that there will always be risks when owning and operating a smartphone. It takes a great deal of effort to find out who’s naughty and who’s nice. Being mindful about your phone activity is a step in the right direction, at least.
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If you have ever asked yourself this question, we brought some important considerations to reflect upon, before searching for a definite answer. We can say that nowadays the majority of business has a strong core-based on software.
Therefore, it is not a surprise that when there is a security problem in an application, the impact is huge on some businesses. In times of laws, rules and other regulations that require more application security, we still have a lot of doubts hanging over application security issues.
One of these discussions is when we talk about adopting Continuous Application Security models to replace the use of specific tests, such as pentests. Let’s understand better each one of them.
What Continuous Application Security is
The concept of Continuous Application Security strongly brings the thought of integrating security tools into the CI / CD process.
When talking about CI / CD, we refer to the development pipeline with Continuous Integration / Continous Development. That is, it is a development model that requires a more careful look to manage development, considering that it is a development cycle that occurs faster and more dynamically.
The CI / CD hardening process involves tracking changes from end to end, which can be quite challenging when it comes to software that is already in pentests production.
So, what happens is that the more solutions are put on the development track – such as containers, microservices, and others – the more we need to automate processes and integrate tools.
Without these precautions, we are bound to find in our development processes points that will surely be considered bottlenecks, putting in check the agility that development needs today.
Finally, when we move to broader scenarios, we can consider that using security processes in teams already integrated with the DevOps methodology, we have DevSecOps as a development model.
And when we talk about security processes, we refer to both automated tools and steps performed manually by analysts and developers.
So it is just at this point that we have to pay extra attention to make the relationship between the processes chosen to promote software security.
This is because the use of security tools to analyze and correct the application by itself to add security to the development process cannot be considered the same as DevSecOps.
Using the DevSecOps approach goes far beyond using tools to make applications safer: it takes a change in posture and culture, not just tools.
SAST and DAST vs Pentest
We can state, as a comparative between Continuous Application and Pentest, the static and dynamic tests done through a development process, for instance.
In a model where there is continuity of secure steps within a development process, it is important to have not only SAST (Static Application Security Tests) but also DAST (Dynamic Application Security Tests): they occur on distinct levels.
While SAST is running to ensure coding security, being done directly on the repository, the tests DAST runs in a more advanced level, where the application is put on an operation to be tested.
Though, it is also worth when performing a Pentest. These tests can not be considered as isolated solutions to a security problem in an application. These tests use, like other resources, make the development process more secure, although, separated, they are just isolated points that help but don’t resolve.
After all, not only Pentest but also when using an automated analyses tool, remarks are made to point out vulnerabilities that need to be validated and corrected. Not to mention in case of scans of vulnerability the showed results can be higher and filled with false-positives and even false-negatives – which are much more dangerous.
However, working on the core of secure development is always an alternative that presents a better cost-benefit considering the results in the long run. The use of Continuous Application Security is a process, a set of resources that when implemented bring a change in the way developers work.
Hence, the result of implementing a Continuous Application Security process is mature software, more secure since the beginning.
What is a pentest?
A lot has been said about the performance of this type of test, and it is needed to acknowledge that yes, it can make a positive impact since it is executed within a defined and organized process.
However, Pentest can also end up guiding companies to a false feeling of security when done as a test that can show all fragilities in an application.
Therefore, we see that each test has its own importance and benefits, and it is necessary to understand how they work to be more productive and efficient, knowing the right moment to apply each one. Pentest is a type of test that should preferably be performed within the Continuous Application Security process, ideally in final stages, so that the security of an application in production can be observed.
When performing Pentests, we assume that the application to be tested is already operational and that we can verify that the planned and implemented security requirements are being effective in keeping the application secure.
Pentests can be performed completely manually. Usually, these tests are performed with the help of tools, which are used to support the analyst so that he can gain scale and perform more efficiently.
But look: Tools should be viewed as support, process support. After all, it is the analyst’s expertise and knowledge that will determine the success or not of the test.
The first form is called a white box, and in this type of test, the analyst who will perform the test receives all information with administrator privilege to perform the test such as URL, login, and password.
This type of testing aims, in addition to identifying the vulnerabilities that may be present in the application, to go deeper into the target because it already has the relevant information to log in, without having to infer them.
The third type of test is a gray box, a mix between the two previous modes. In this, the attacker has some information and can follow some paths already known. This can help in evaluating specific parts of the application.
The important thing is to understand that each of these types of Pentest has advantages and disadvantages. The test must be performed within a standard that provides the information and insights desired by the company.
Of course, it should be noted that testing should be done by a team with appropriate technical knowledge and free from interference from the development teams.
What are the benefits of Application Security in Pentest?
We have seen above the main differences between Continuous Application Security and security testing, with the use of tools supporting analysts to make Penetration Testing attempts.
But first, in order to understand the benefits of each, we have to understand in which situation we should use each one.
Well, you may have noticed that when we talk about Continuous Application Security, we are talking about a much larger model that even addresses the realization of pentests. If we already understand this, it becomes easier to realize the advantages.
The main and most basic benefit of using a Continuous Application Security process is that it is much more structured and distributed throughout the development process, not just at the end of the pipeline.
As a process, it needs to be supported by several actions, features, and – in the case of development – tools that enable the automation of a good part of the process. This automation and use of safety-related actions throughout the process will result in a more mature and secure product as it has undergone evaluations throughout its development cycle.
Joining a Continuous Application Security program is ensuring that application security will be a priority since its inception. And that doesn’t mean Pentest doesn’t have its value: security testing also has its importance and timing.
When thinking of performing Pentests, or intrusion tests, we think of evaluating an application that is in the final stage of its development process.
This is because performing pentests shows not only developers but also everyone involved in the application development and security process, which vulnerabilities can be identified at application termination.
So we can understand that pentest is important, but it can’t be considered a substitute for a more structured process like Continuous Application Security.
Long story short…
As we considered in the topic above, the main issue to understand is that Pentest, or intrusion test, just like any other testing, is a component of a Continuous Application Security process.
The process, however, is much larger than performing spot tests. And unfortunately, many companies have the false impression that investing solely in isolate and periodic testing can give their development teams a broader view of how secure their applications are.
Pentest is but a photograph of how its application is at the time it was made: that is, once deployments and updates are performed, that photograph no longer matches the reality of the application.
This means that even if the vulnerabilities pointed out by Pentest are corrected and validated, after changes that may have been made even to correct vulnerabilities, new vulnerabilities may arise, and that pentest reality no longer exists.
Another important point to consider when talking about the maturity of Continuous Application Security and Development models is to invest in the knowledge of your team. Security testing can show your team that they are creating vulnerable code, but be sure to teach them how to improve!
In this case, it is worth thinking about a periodic Training Program on Safe Development and a Security Champions program so that the Safety knowledge agenda is always spread and stimulated among the teams.
So you have to understand that there is no shortcut: especially when it comes to faster and faster deliveries.
Therefore, either application security is achieved by building a well-structured and well-executed process, or a real level of security is not achieved in the applications created and delivered. | https://blog.convisoappsec.com/en/continuous-application-security-vs-pentest-2/ |
A penetration test, or pen-test, is a planned attack on a network, hardware, or software system, intending to expose security defects that may violate systems integrity and compromise valued data. Although there are different types of penetration testing, they all aim to exploit vulnerabilities and weaknesses to test the effectiveness of the safety measure in place.
The different types of penetration testing are derived from the kind of operation that one wishes to explore on a specific system. It is vital for security testers to know precisely what they want to test or what their testing goals are in order to decide the most relevant test to use.
What is the Purpose of a Penetration Test?
Pen testers use this test to look at the weakness in an IT infrastructure closely. Pen test tools determine the effectiveness of security software, hardware, and cybersecurity policies. The tests aim at establishing whether or not a hacker can successfully evade IT security defenses.
A pen test can be performed internally or externally. Once the test reveals any weak spots or risks, the tester can choose to safely exploit the weaknesses in the system and work on them or give a detailed report to the relevant parties.
Types of Penetration Testing
There are several types of penetration testing, and not all of them are equal. The result of using each test varies according to the amount of information the tester is given. Some tests include cloud penetration testing, web application testing, external and internal network pen testing, physical pen testing, and online website pen testing.
Carrying out different tests will give you a clear view of how secure the network or systems are. This will allow you to evaluate every gateway that a hacker can use to find or access secure information.
Here are some of the types of penetration testing that you can use.
1. Social Engineering Tests
Cybersecurity systems are as strong as the weakest link. Unfortunately, employees or users can easily make mistakes that can compromise security. Social engineering is one of the common ways that internal hackers use to infiltrate a system.
These tests include remote tests, which are intended to trick an employee into compromising an organization’s data through electronic means, and physical tests, which involve direct contact with employees in a bid to get confidential information from them.
Testers can conduct remote tests using a phishing email campaign and physical tests using intimidation, eavesdropping, manipulation, dumpster diving, imitation, or other tactics. It is vital to inform the management team before conducting a social engineering test.
If employees fail a social engineering test, the management can offer cybersecurity and policies training to sensitize them of such risks and make them aware of their role in cybersecurity.
2. Network Penetration Testing
This type of penetration testing is one of the most popular pen test methods, partly because it can be carried out remotely and on-site. This test aims to discover weaknesses within a network infrastructure. Because networks have both internal and external access points, they are very vulnerable to cyber-attacks.
Notably, leaving the vulnerabilities unsecured can lead to a disastrous breach. This test includes:
Website tests are detailed, targeted, and intense types of penetration testing. They apply to areas like browsers, web applications, and their components, such as Plug-ins, ActiveX, and Applets.
Website tests examine the endpoints of web apps that users interact with frequently. Therefore, the test needs a lot of planning and time. The increase of cybersecurity and threats has also influenced the growth of website tests.
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Handling legal obstacles and cloud security is complicated. Several public cloud service providers are hands-off when it comes to data security, and this forces users or organizations to take full responsibility for the security of their data.
Before conducting a cloud pen test, it may be ideal to inform the cloud services provider of the intent to pen test the security system. The provider informs pen testers about the off-limits areas. For example, some cloud providers only permit tests on RDS, CloudFront, Lamba, EC2, or Aurora and restrict tests on small, micro, and nano EC2. | https://www.clearnetwork.com/types-penetration-testing-improve-data-security/ |
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After being contacted by a security researcher, MyHeritage announced that as many as 92 million of its accounts may have been compromised. However, there are more questions that need to be asked about this data breach.
MyHeritage is the latest enterprise facing security repercussions after the company announced this week that as many as 92 million user accounts may have been exposed during a recent data breach.
In an announcement posted on June 4, the genealogy and DNA testing service site revealed that a security researcher approached its security team on Monday to alert them that customer email addresses and hashed passwords were found on a server outside the business' network.
The breach appears to have happened around Oct. 26. Overall, 92,283,889 email address might have been exposed during this time.
"Immediately upon receipt of the file, MyHeritage's Information Security Team analyzed the file and began an investigation to determine how its contents were obtained and to identify any potential exploitation of the MyHeritage system," according to the company's statement.
(Source: Wikimedia)
It does not appear that anyone actually used the compromised data, and MyHeritage has hired a third-party security firm to help investigate.
The saving grace for MyHeritage is that the company did not store the password itself and the passwords were protected using a one-way hash that creates a unique cryptographic key for each customer account.
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In addition, payment information, such as credit card data, is handled by a third party and the most sensitive data -- the genealogical information that users send in to have their DNA tested -- is stored a segregated server that is removed from the systems that store the email addresses.
MyHeritage announced the breach shortly after implementation of the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which went into effect on May 25. (See GDPR: SecurityNow's Need-to-Know Guide.)
However, there are serious security questions that a breach of this sizes raises.
Mukul Kumar, the CISO and vice president of Cyber Practices at security firm Cavirin, wrote in an email to Security Now that this latest breach shows not only how weak current password techniques are, but the danger of uploading data to the cloud without a better plan to protect it.
"A top priority must be to use unique passwords, but even when browsers recommend this, the reality is very different. How many of you reuse the same password across two or more sites?" Kumar asked.
"The second question is, from where was this data obtained?" Kumar added. "Does MyHeritage leverage the public cloud? If so, were they following best practices to ensure their cloud security posture, or does this breach follow so many others were cloud storage resources were left unsecured and unencrypted?"
MyHeritage is taking additional security steps, such as building in two-factor authentication for customer account, but the company also needs to dig deeper into the enterprise-level security practices.
"It appears that good cryptographic practices were in place, such as unique salts. However, the organization fell short in detecting the intrusion and data breach, as evidenced by the seven- month delay, and the fact they were notified by a third party," Rick Moy, the CMO at Acalvio, which provides advanced threat detection and defense tools, wrote in an email. | https://www.darkreading.com/operational-security/data-leakage/myheritage-data-breach-of-92m-accounts-raises-many-questions/a/d-id/743650?print=yes |
The French Parliament is considering a legislative provision that would ban strong encryption by requiring tech companies to configure their systems so that police and intelligence agencies could always access their data.
The amendment to the vast “Digital Republic” bill was introduced in the French National Assembly, parliament’s lower house, by eighteen politicians from the conservative Republican Party.
The Digital Republic bill, which covers everything from net neutrality to the online publication of scientific research, will be examined and debated this week along with 400 amendments to it.
The anti-encryption amendment is largely seen as a response to the two deadly Paris terrorist attacks in 2015, despite the fact that the attackers repeatedly used unencrypted communications in the leadup to the killings.
Authorities still don’t fully know how the terrorists planned their operations, but the ISIS-inspired militants signaled the start to the Nov. 13 attacks through unencrypted text messages. They also traded unencrypted phone calls with senior operatives elsewhere in Europe. French authorities say that some blind spots remain due to encrypted messaging services like Telegram.
In the weeks since the November attacks, the French government has come under sustained criticism for sacrificing liberty for security. The country has been in a state of emergency for two months, a legal status that gives President François Hollande vast new law-enforcement powers.
The Digital Republic bill came just as the Netherlands issued a statement in favor of strong encryption, promising not to weaken it for investigative purposes.
It’s unclear whether the encryption amendment would have prevented either of the Paris terrorist attacks.
“The attackers were all known to the police and intelligence services!” the security researcher calling himself “the Grugq” told the Daily Dot. “Al Qaeda fretted constantly about finding ‘clean skins,’ new terrorists who weren’t known to security forces. ISIS publishes a magazine featuring an interview and [a] huge photograph of the cell leader’s face. Then they send him into Europe and he does just what he said he would do in his interview. There is little that can be blamed on encryption here.”
Encryption is technology that scrambles data so that only those people who have the keys can unscramble it. It is part of many commonplace Internet activities like commerce and communications.
Many Apple iOS and Google Android devices are now encrypted by default, a move that has reignited a global debate over privacy and encryption because of the technology’s use by cybercriminals, terrorists, and sexual predators. Encryption advocates point to its use by human rights activists, journalists, governments, and tech companies seeking to avoid surveillance and hackers.
The new French bill briefly praises encryption’s role in protecting user data but immediately pivots to criticizing the effects of strong encryption on state security forces.
“France must take the initiative and force device manufacturers to take into consideration the imperative of access for law enforcement officers, under the control of a judge and only in the case of an investigation, to those devices,” the legislation reads, according to a translation by Khalil Sehnaoui, a Middle-East security specialist and founder of Krypton Security. “The goal is to avoid that individual encryption systems delay the advancement of an investigation.”
Technologists and open-Internet advocates disagree, arguing that strong encryption—which even the tech companies themselves cannot break—is a crucial part of online privacy and security.
Tech executives like Apple CEO Tim Cook warn that building weaknesses into cryptography will help hackers and hurt average Internet users.
“Let me be crystal clear: Weakening encryption or taking it away harms good people who are using it for the right reason,” he argued last year.
Cook and a bevy of tech executives met with U.S. officials last week to discuss how to fight terrorists on social media; encryption briefly came up at the meeting, according to a senior administration official.
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Vulnerability is the quality that expresses our brokenness before God. It is the condition of the heart that cries out for help renouncing personal pride and self-image. It is like the first step in Alcoholics Anonymous where people admit that their life has become unmanageable and they are helpless to change it. This transparency must be expressed to another because it is the entryway for our life with God. This quality was identified by Jesus as the first of the beatitudes, “Blessed are the poor in Spirit for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” (Matt. 5:3) It is our confession of self-poverty before God. The kingdom of heaven that Jesus came to usher in is expressed through his church in this brokenness and vulnerability. Luke records the Jesus parable of two men who went to the temple to pray (Luke 18:9-14) and contrasts how they approached God in their prayer. The Pharisee, religious leader of the Jews, listed many of his “spiritual qualifications” including his fasting, financial giving, and prayerful devotion as he gazed heavenward. Then he offered his delight that he was not like the unbelieving adulterers and particularly the tax-collector in his presence. Tax collectors were Jews who collected taxes for Rome and routinely added their personal levy above and beyond what the governor demanded. They got rich from their position of power, cheating their own people. They were seen as the pariah of Rome in Jewish dress. The tax collector prayed with a very different heart towards God. Unwilling to turn his eyes upward out of shame and remorse for his sin, he said, ‘God be merciful to me a sinner.’ Jesus concludes by saying that this man went home justified before God. “For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.” (Luke 9:14b)
Vulnerability is a sign of our longing after grace and mercy. It is the sign of the Holy Spirit’s deep stirring within us. Like the woman caught in adultery (John 8:1-11), we long to confess our secrets and be met in loving mercy. Confession of our sin to one another (James 5:16) is a powerful example of this vulnerability and deep need for God’s family to assist Christ in our healing. Only Christ in the cross can forgive sin but we can take our brother through prayer to Calvary and become to him Christ’s arms of mercy. Peter tells us that God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble (1 Peter 5:5). Projecting to others that we have it all together is surely a sign of our pride and self-sufficiency. It is a grace-killer in our lives. When I confess my failures within a grace-centered community I am instantly welcomed by hearts that are like mine, hungry for grace and mercy. These are the hearts in which the Spirit of God can work powerfully. Transparency and trust with the people of God will become a catalyst for our deepening experience of the grace of Christ. | https://lockingarmsmen.org/vital-signs-vulnerability/ |
I thought I’ve developed a bit of a strategy in buying computers for non-techie relatives and friends.
First of all I always tell them to get a laptop. The huge benefit of laptops for me is that it can be brought over for servicing. You can’t imagine how many hours of sitting at an uncomfortable “computer” table in a rickety “computer” chair away from my tools, network jacks, a plain, comfortable table and an Aeron chair this saved me while fixing stuff.
The Internet today reminds me NYC subway in the 70es: a place full of graffiti, foul smell, filth, physical danger and a general sense of lawlessness. Gone are the days when you could help your non-techie relative pick a computer, hook it up, install an email client and a browser and be done with it. Viruses still propagated mostly on floppy drives. Those were the times.
Now my process involves installation of an external backup, hardware and software firewalls, an antivirus, Adaware, Spybot Search and Destroy, getting all the windows updates and teaching the non techie how to maintain this bevy of protective tools. Oh, and most importantly, password protected all accounts and remove administrative privileges from the ones to be used on a daily basis. And set up Firefox as the default browser.
Did you read up to here? Sorry, all of that stuff is crap. It’s pointless. I have a relative’s laptop thoroughly screwed by Outlook viruses sitting on my desk waiting for my non-loving hand to proove that. The firewall stopped them from calling out, but it seems like one of the virii somehow had its privileges elevated and locked out the admin account. Arrrrrgh, this be driving me nuts!
The purchase of the laptop in question happened before my universal advise to people who just want to browse the web and read email became to get a Mac. I am tired of cleaning out computers infested up to the gills with the wiliest stuff. I am desperate enough to try Linux now.
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Earlier this week, it was announced by the United States Department of Justice that the creator of the notorious SpyEye banking malware, Aleksandr Andreevich Panin (also known as Gribodemon or Harderman), had pleaded guilty before a federal court to charges related to creating and distributing SpyEye.
Trend Micro was a key part of this investigation and has been working with the FBI on this case for quite some time. In particular, information provided by Trend Micro (such as the online “handles” and accounts used) was used to help find the real identities of Panin and his accomplices. It took considerable effort for all parties involved to bring this investigation to a successful conclusion.
Our investigation
One of Panin’s accomplices was Hamza Bendelladj, who went by the alias bx1. Both Panin and Bendelladj were involved in creating and setting up various SpyEye domains and servers, which was how we were able to obtain information on the pair. While SpyEye was created in such a way that few of these files were publicly available, we were still able to obtain these and acquire the information in these files, which included (for example) the email address of a server’s controller.
We correlated the information obtained from these configuration files with information we had gathered elsewhere. For example, we infiltrated various underground forums where both Panin and Bendelladj were known to visit. Just by reading their posts, they would inadvertently disclose information like their email address, ICQ number, or Jabber number – all information that might reveal their actual identities.
For example, we discovered the C&C server lloydstsb.bz, as well as the associated SpyEye binaries and configuration files. The decrypted configuration files included the handle bx1. A configuration file on that server also contained the email address. A second configuration file – also using the bx1 name – was found which contained login credentials for virtest, a detection-testing service used by cybercriminals.
We carried out the same kind of investigation to look into Panin. As with his partner in crime, we found that Panin was linked to various domain names and email addresses.
While Panin believed that he was very good at hiding his tracks, it’s now obvious that he wasn’t as good as he thought he was. Around the time he was selling SpyEye, he also became very sloppy and not particularly careful; despite using multiple handles and email addresses, Trend Micro, working together with the FBI, found his real identity.
Panin started selling SpyEye in 2009, and it quickly became a well-regarded competitor to the more well-known ZeuS. At the time, it was popular due to its lower cost and the ability to add custom plug-ins, something ZeuS didn’t offer. In late 2010, in two posts, we took a very good look at SpyEye’s control panels.
Some cybercriminals were not particularly fond of SpyEye due to its poor coding compared with ZeuS, while others liked the features that SpyEye brought to the table. Whatever the case, SpyEye was well-known enough in the cybercrime community that when ZeuS creator Slavik left, he gave the code to Panin.
Panin used this code to create a new version of SpyEye which combined features of both the older versions of SpyEye and ZeuS. In addition, he outsourced some of the coding to his accomplices (like Bendelladj) in order to improve SpyEye’s quality. Later versions showed significant changes to the underlying code, including reusing code from ZeuS.
This arrest shows how security companies, working closely with law enforcement agencies, can deliver results. By going after the cybercriminals themselves instead of their servers, we ensured that permanent damage was done to the whole underground, instead of relatively quick and easily repairable damage caused by takedowns. We believe that this is the way to attack cybercrime and make the Internet safer for all users.
Cybersecurity in 2020 will be viewed through many lenses — from differing attacker motivations and cybercriminal arsenal to technological developments and global threat intelligence — only so defenders can keep up with the broad range of threats.
Read our security predictions for 2020. | https://blog.trendmicro.com/trendlabs-security-intelligence/eyeing-spyeye/?_ga=2.140668410.99856881.1528105704-1953566395.1528105704 |
A startling 15.1 billion records were exposed in 2019, and that’s 284% growth compared with 2018. However, the number of data breaches only grew by 1%, which suggests that they may be becoming more effective (Risk Based Security).
The stats for 2019 may still change, as perpetrators sometimes put breached data up for sale on the dark web only months or years later. This makes it much harder for authorities to reveal the source of the hack and find the wrongdoers. It’s possible that a service you’re using has already been hacked and that the attackers are just waiting for the right time to cash in.
The biggest breach of 2019 affected 1.2 billion people. This vast collection of data, the majority of which was allegedly harvested by People Data Labs and Oxydata, was discovered on an unsecured server. It contained names, email addresses, phone numbers, and LinkedIn, and Facebook profile information — 4 billion records in total.
The average cost of a data breach is $3.86 million, however, this varies from country to country. Companies from the US suffer the most as the expenses can reach up to $8.64 million (IBM). However, everything depends on the scale of the hack and the size of the company.
In 2018, the personal details of about 500,000 British Airways customers were exposed, including names, email addresses, credit card numbers, their expiration dates, and CCV codes. For failing to comply with GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and to secure its customers, British Airways faces a record £183 million fine. They’re still fighting legal battles to this day and expect to reduce the final penalty to £22 million.
According to the IBM report, it takes 280 days on average to identify and contain a breach. Time is the most crucial factor in hacking incidents. Companies that were able to detect a breach in less than 200 days spent, on average, $1.1 million less on recovery.
However, the consequences of data breaches can chase companies for years, as only 61% of the cost comes in the first year. 24% comes in the next year, and the final 15% comes two years later. Not to mention the damaged reputation and loss of customers and revenue.
Developed countries are more vulnerable to cyber attacks
According to NordVPN’s Cyber Risk Index, developed countries are more likely to fall victim to cyber criminals. Countries like Denmark, Norway, or Sweden are popular among hackers not because of their poor digital security. High incomes, widespread smartphone usage, constant travelling, and frequent e-shopping makes the Nordics appealing targets.
India is considered to be the least risky country on the list as only 1 of 3 Indians use the internet. But that’s not the whole picture. If you look at Indians who use the internet, the risk of them getting hacked might be even higher than in some developed countries as they are very active online.
It is estimated that 20% of the global population have fallen victims to cyber criminals in some way.
Cybercrimes surged during COVID-19
While the world was coming together to fight the most vicious virus since the Spanish flu, cyber criminals used COVID-19 as an opportunity to scam the vulnerable. With an unprecedented amount of people working from home and public panic, it was woefully easy.
In March 2020, online scams increased by over 400% compared with previous months, making the virus one of the biggest cybersecurity threats ever. The cyber attacks have come in various forms, such as phishing, malicious links, email compromise, malware, ransomware, and fake landing pages (ReedSmith).
In April, Google announced that they were blocking 18 million phishing and malware emails every day related to COVID-19. The scams impersonated various government and health organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO). While 99,9% of these emails never reached their recipients, many people still fell into the hackers’ traps.
With the rise of remote work during national quarantines, Zoom, an enterprise communication service, saw a spike in new users. However, Zoom was also criticized for its weak security. Around 530,000 Zoom user accounts were found for sale on the dark web, containing usernames, passwords, email addresses, host keys, and personal meeting URLs.
Researchers analyzed 1.2 million newly observed host names in March and April and found out that 86,600 were high-risk or malicious (Palo Alto’s Unit 42). The United States made it to the top of the list (29,007), followed by Italy (2,877), Germany (2,564), and Russia (2,456). “In every crisis, there is an opportunity” — a famous proverb says. Hackers are clearly familiar with the concept.
Ransomware statistics
Ransomware occurs when hackers encrypt your data and demand a ransom to get it back. It’s nasty business, but business is good. While cybersecurity experts discourage people from paying the criminals, many still do.
A report says that 1 out of 4 organizations have paid their ransom and the majority got their data back. However, there are always some cases when hackers refuse to unlock the files even after being paid (Sophos).
Differences between countries are also significant. In India, 66% of organizations paid the ransom, while in Spain only 4% chose to meet hackers’ demands. 56% of companies worldwide restored their data using backups. This only proves how important it is to be prepared for the worst.
In 2019, the Baltimore City government was hit by ransomware and was demanded to pay $76,000 in Bitcoin. The attack crippled public services and the estimated recovery cost is believed to be around $18 million.
However, FedEx, a delivery company, suffered even more. In 2017, FedEX was hit by a ransomware attack called NotPetya. It disrupted the company’s operations and caused $300 million in losses.
Ransomware facts
There were 188 million ransomware attacks in 2019 (Statista).
In 2020, an attack against a hospital in Germany lead to the first-ever ransomware-related death.
$10 billion is the estimated cost of NotPetya ransomware.
In 2017, 19,000 appointments were cancelled in one week when WannaCry ransomware hit the UK’s National Health Service.
Phishing statistics
Phishing is a scam technique to obtain sensitive information from people by sending fake emails or text messages. Hackers pretend to be from reputable companies and try to manipulate you to click on malicious links.
Reports say that 88% of organizations around the world experienced phishing attacks in 2019 with healthcare and manufacturing being among the highest-risk industries (Verizon). However, phishing attacks also target individuals. The more phishing emails a hacker sends, the more likely somebody will click on a malicious link and download their malware.
When you receive an email from Amazon or Facebook asking to change your password or renew credit card details, you hardly expect it to be a phishing attempt. But this is what hackers do. In the surge of COVID-19, hackers changed their targets and Zoom became the most impersonated brand.
Some hackers, however, like to get more personal. 65% of perpetrators used spear phishing (Symantec), which means that they research their target before conducting their attack. This might include information extracted from data breaches, social media accounts, or anything they can find online.
While many internet users believe they will never fall for a phishing attack, one study paints a different picture — 38% of users who don’t undergo cyber awareness training fail phishing tests (KnowBe4).
How much does a phishing attack cost?
The FBI’s report says that, between June 2016 and July 2019, there were over 166,000 phishing incidents. The victims lost $26 billion worldwide, with US citizens leading the list with $10 billion in losses across 69,000 victims.
It is believed that a new phishing site launches every 20 seconds, which just proves the scale of these attacks.
Even tech giants can fall victim. Between 2013 and 2015, scammers stole over $100 million from Google and Facebook. They impersonated a company from Taiwan, created fake email accounts, and sent invoices to Google and Facebook’s employees. While it seems like a simple scheme, nobody raised an eyebrow when they made money transfers to the fake company.
Phishing facts 30% of phishing emails are opened by targeted users (Verizon).
58% of phishing websites use SSL/TLS and HTTPS to make them look more legitimate (APWG).
15% of people that fell victim to phishing scams will be targeted at least one more time within a year (Retruster).
PDFs and Microsoft Office files are used the most in phishing attacks.
96% of spear phishing attacks are motivated by intelligence gathering (Symantec).
Malware statistics
Malware is malicious software that can serve different purposes: to steal your data, monitor your browsing activity, or damage your device. Virus, worms, spyware, adware, ransomware — all of these are examples of malicious software.
94% of malware is delivered by email (Verizon). For many years, macOS was considered to be resistant to malware, but things are changing. With the growing popularity of Apple devices, macOS dedicated malware cases have increased by 400% in the last few years. Windows still holds the biggest piece of malware pie, however, with 84% of all reported cases.
With the growing popularity of IoT devices, hackers have shifted their focus. Computer crime statistics show that there were 25 million IoT malware attacks in 2019, with 75% of them targeting routers. Experts predict that, by the end of 2025, a staggering 75 million IoT devices will be operating worldwide, which will attract hackers even more.
To understand how quickly malware can spread, look no further than ILOVEYOU. In 2000, this virus spread like wildfire, sending itself to everyone in the victim’s email list, overwriting files, and causing systems to crash. Estimates say that 10% of the world’s computers were infected, including the CIA, Pentagon, the British Parliament, and large corporations.
Malicious apps can mask their intentions and even make it to official stores like Google Play or the App Store. In March 2020, 56 malicious applications were discovered on Google Play with 1.7 million downloads altogether. They were masking themselves as calculators, recipes, translation apps, and racing games.
1 in 13 web requests lead to malware (Symantec).
51.45% of all malware is attributed to Trojans (PurpleSec).
Cybersecurity experts believe that ⅓ of the world’s computers are infected.
350,000 new malicious programs and potentially unwanted applications are discovered every day (AV-TEST).
There are 980 million malicious programs (SonicWall).
What can you do with an IP address? Launch a DDoS attack against it, for one thing. DDoS (distributed denial of service) attacks occur when hackers clog the victim’s network or device with traffic, slowing down services they’re targeting or even making them crash. Experts predict that DDoS attacks will double from 7.9 million in 2018 to 15.4 million by 2023 (CISCO).
During a DDoS attack, it can be responsible for as much as ¼ of a country’s internet traffic.
The longest DDoS attack lasted for 13 days and peaked at 292,000 requests per second (Imperva). Usually, DDoS attacks don’t last more than 15 minutes.
⅔ of DDoS attacks are distributed from China.
Some of the biggest companies that suffered DDoS attacks include GitHub, Dyn, BBC, Bank of America, and JP Morgan Chase.
12% of businesses believe that their rivals launched DDoS attacks against them (Kaspersky).
2000 attacks are registered every day (ATLAS threat report).
Use strong passwords and regularly change them. Your password should contain special symbols and numbers, along with lowercase and uppercase letters. For the maximum security, we recommend using a password manager such as NordPass.
Update your software. Hackers always search for software vulnerabilities and bugs. Updates improve security and prevent you from becoming a victim of a cyber attack.
Avoid suspicious links. If a website you visited or an email you just got looks shady, probably it is shady. Don’t click on any links or pop-ups and leave such websites immediately.
Use a VPN. VPN (virtual private network) masks your IP address and encrypts traffic, thus protecting your online privacy and making your safer online. NordVPN is an easy-to-use app, which will mitigate the risk of ending up in hacking statistics. With the cyber attacks on the rise, a VPN is a necessary tool for anyone who enjoys streaming movies, gaming, or just browsing online.
Back up your files. While hackers can lock you out from your data and ask for ransom, backups might save you money.
Use additional security tools. NordVPN’s Threat Protection feature is a great way to enhance your security. It will scan the files you download for malware and prevent you from visiting malicious websites.
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The data breach was nearly three months ago and finally acknowledged by eBay late last week on both their corporate blog and in a now deleted post on their PayPal financial website.
So instead of getting a note to all users on Thursday so changes could be made to passwords they send it on Monday morning – four days later.
This delay is just as curious as their delay to announce the data breach was and just confirms the results of a security survey that I shared on the site last week.
If you want to understand the eBay data breach check out Wired’s Andy Greenberg and his summary of the mis-handling of the entire situation by eBay. | https://www.windowsobserver.com/2014/05/26/ebay-finally-contacts-customers-and-requests-a-password-change-due-to-data-breach/ |
1. Many countries spy on telecommunication and web communications in order to find some suspicious activity. No one can say no as we have already many informers who have leaked government secret data in which government's polices are clearly visible to everyone.
2. There are some strange IT laws in some countries. Eg. one country has IT law that if there is any email lying in our account more than 1000 day then they has a direct ability to check that email to find something juicy. No need follow standard procedure or pass legal document to see email. So many techies keep their whole backup in their gmail so it will be unfair to them to spy on them.
3.MIMA - Man in the middle attack. No matter in what age we are this attack will be there for ever. You will never know how a person is sitting between you and you endpoint reading your all emails and having fun ! :(
So that inspired me to create an interactive video demostration for end to end email encryption video with encryption algorithm and key size.
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There are concerns about a deal that sees Google extending its access to NHS patient data. DeepMind Health, a health and AI focused subsidiary of Google’s parent company, Alphabet, reported that it will be absorbed into Google Health, a newly formed subsidiary of Google.
In June, an independent ethics committee raised concerns over DeepMind’s independence from Google or Alphabet. In its 2018 Annual Report, the committee asked:
“To what extent can DeepMind Health insulate itself against Alphabet instructing them in the future to do something which it has promised not to do today?” It added: “We encourage DeepMind Health to look at ways of entrenching its separation from Alphabet and DeepMind more robustly, so that it can have enduring force to the commitments it makes […] The relationship with Google is a constant question that runs through many areas of DeepMind Health’s business.”
In response, DeepMind said it would ensure there is clarity around the binding legal framework that governs its relationship with NHS Trusts. It said that “Trusts remain in full control of the data at all times. We are legally and contractually bound to only using patient data under the instructions of our partners. We will continue to make our legal agreements with Trusts publicly available to allow scrutiny of this important point.”
Last year, the Royal Free NHS Foundation Trust was found to have breached data protection laws in its deal with DeepMind’s healthcare application, Streams.
Patient privacy under the GDPR
In light of the increased interconnectivity among healthcare providers and the growing pressure to ensure patient privacy, NHS Trusts need to understand who their data is shared with and the risks associated with sharing patient information.
Data flow mapping is not a new practice to many NHS organisations, although the introduction of the EU GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) means data mapping is becoming more commonplace, and accountability for data protection is an ever-increasing priority. | https://www.itgovernance.co.uk/blog/data-privacy-concerns-as-deepmind-health-is-absorbed-by-google |
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A virtual private network (VPN) is a secure tunnel that encrypts and transmits data to and from a remote or local network, protecting users from unauthorized access.
It’s an incredibly powerful tool that offers numerous advantages for businesses, organizations, and individuals alike — including improved security, privacy, and convenience.
Here are twelve of the essential benefits of using a VPN.
1. Security:
With a VPN in place, your online activities will remain anonymous when connected to a public Wi-Fi or over any other type of internet connection.
By encrypting data transmissions with high-level encryption protocols like OpenVPN and AES 256-bit encryption, all your communications will be kept safe from hackers and other malicious third parties trying to steal your information.
2. Privacy:
VPNs offer users an extra layer of privacy since their real IP address is masked behind the IP assigned to them by the VPN service provider.
This makes it difficult for anyone to track your location or identity without your explicit consent — meaning you can browse the web with no fear of being tracked down by marketers or spammers.
Combine that with other privacy means, such as learning how to flush DNS on Mac and other devices or clearing the browser history, and you should be golden as far as privacy goes.
3. Accessibility:
With most VPNs available on multiple platforms (including iOS and Android), you can easily connect from anywhere and access restricted websites or content with ease — regardless of geographical boundaries and censorship laws.
Whether you’re at home or traveling abroad, you’ll always have fast access to whatever content you wish to view online.
Many online retail stores use geolocation technology which allows them to adjust prices based on where you’re located at any given time — meaning they could charge customers more if they were located in an area with higher demand for their products/services than others.
By using a VPN, however, customers can shop around different locations virtually without having prices affected as much due to this location adjustment pricing feature.
7. BYOD:
Businesses with BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) policies in place often require their employees to connect via secure networks when accessing company data from personal devices outside of work premises.
But this isn’t always easy, nor cost-effective for many companies to implement unless they have invested in good quality VPNs that enable secure remote connections between multiple devices at once while also providing adequate levels of protection against cyber threats.
8. Total Anonymity & Avoidance Of Surveillance:
While there are many ways governments can track citizens’ activities through metadata collection tactics such as ISP logs etc., if you use a reliable no-logging policy-based virtual private network, then all your online activity remains totally anonymous.
Even if government agencies attempt surveillance on certain activities – VPNs offer users peace of mind knowing their data & identity aren’t being compromised unnecessarily.
DDoS attacks are becoming increasingly common due to how easy it is for hackers nowadays.
However, if you use a Virtual Private Network, then these types of threats are deflected since all traffic is secured behind encrypted tunnels, thus making it impossible for attackers to just guess where they should aim malicious traffic towards in order to achieve successful results.
11. Unblock Geo Location Restrictions:
As previously mentioned, some websites restrict access based on geographical location, but thanks to Virtual Private Networks, users can now bypass these restrictions by routing all traffic through another country’s server before hitting the destination URL.
Thus, making it appear that they are actually located elsewhere when they are still surfing the web from home.
12. Improved Network Performance:
Routing the browser via one secure, encrypted tunnel, businesses are able to not only enjoy better performance across their internal networks but also benefit from improved packet delivery.
That translates into faster loading times for websites and applications hosted remotely. | https://fredrikengseth.com/12-advantages-of-using-a-virtual-private-network/ |
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Let's start by stating the obvious: At $499 for a 15-inch budget laptop, Lenovo's IdeaPad G530 won't win any benchmark sprints. For a notebook to get into this low price range, sacrifices have to be made and corners cut. The primary concern with a notebook of this class is its value, not its absolute performance or some amazing feature set.
You get a feel for how basic, how utilitarian the IdeaPad G530 is the moment you pick it up. It's light for its size, and slim on fancy extras. Fully decked out in basic Lenovo matte black, it's about as unassuming as a modern laptop gets. The standard-size keyboard isn't hard to type on, and includes arrow keys in the "inverted T" arrangement and Page Up/Page Down keys. Extra keys above the keyboard consist of volume up, down, and mute, along with a single programmable key that can be set to launch a program, open a document, or open a Web page--plus a physical button for Lenovo's OneKey Recovery feature. (Does Lenovo expect us to restore our system so often that we need a physical button for it?)
The trackpad motion is smooth and accurate, but the pad has no special features. It's a standard two-button trackpad with edge scrolling. A pair of USB ports is on the left edge toward the front, with another pair on the right. An ethernet jack is on the left, and a modem jack is on the right front edge, a sure sign that this unit is meant for business travelers, the only ones who still want modems. The microphone and headphone jacks are in the center of the front edge, next to the Wi-Fi switch. Rounding out the package is a 1.3-megapixel Webcam, which you can use to log in to your machine instead of via a password, using the built-in VeriFace software.
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Specs-wise, you get what you pay for: The Pentium dual-core T3400 CPU isn't the world's fastest, with a clock speed of 2.16GHz, 1MB of L2 cache, and limited bus speed. This notebook uses Intel's GL40 motherboard chipset and adds 3GB of DDR2-667 memory. The 5400rpm 250GB hard drive is fairly average. The Wi-Fi maxes out at 802.11g, when 802.11n is all the rage. The results of this entry-level hardware is predictably low performance. The WorldBench score of 82 is one of the lower scores we've seen on recent general-purpose laptops, but it's not as low as you might expect. 3D gaming is pointless with the machine's limited processor and Intel GMA 4500 integrated graphics, even at low resolutions.
An upside is that these fairly low-end parts tend to be easy on the battery, and the IdeaPad G530 ran for over 3 1/2 hours in our battery test. That's not quite netbook territory, but that's not half bad for a cheap laptop with a 15-inch screen.
Speaking of the screen, we've seen better, though it's nice to get 15 inches at all in a notebook this inexpensive, and the 1280-by-800 resolution is nice. The contrast ratio and horizontal viewing angles make the G530 a really poor choice for doing any sort of work where visual precision is required, and the screen washes out or shifts color if you move your head too much.
The overall experience of using the IdeaPad G530 is one of, well, using a cheap laptop. There doesn't appear to be any sort of durability issue, but it doesn't feel solid the way more substantial notebooks do. The screen quality suffers as soon as you move your head. The integrated speakers are functional, but you don't want to listen to music using them. The system has a VGA output port, but no digital video output at all. The ethernet port is 10/100, not gigabit. You're stuck with 32-bit Windows Home Basic.
It's all too easy to focus on the negatives, though. Too easy to lose sight of the fact that, as a 15-inch, $499 notebook, it's one of a rare breed. It's clearly designed and built for businesses that need cheap notebooks for traveling employees and that will be functional enough for them to check their e-mail, update that spreadsheet, or pull important files off a customer's DVD-ROM and send them back to the home office. For this market, it's a fairly good bargain.
It's far from a barn-burner and will obsolete itself faster than a slightly beefier and more expensive notebook, but we keep coming back to that low, low price tag and all that it implies. If you crave long battery life, but you're okay with poor performance, a netbook like Toshiba's NB205-310 could be a better use of your cash. Trying to find a good deal for a general-purpose machine for under $500, though, can be tricky. Heck, as of late, the most affordable all-purpose laptop we've tested is another Lenovo: The IdeaPad Y450--and its list price is about $300 more. In the end, home users looking for a back-to-school notebook or a replacement for an aging computer can do better. | https://www.pcworld.com/article/169518/lenovo_ideapad_g530.html |
JEFFERSON CITY, MO—Tammy Dickinson, United States Attorney for the Western District of Missouri, announced that a former employee of the Internal Revenue Service pleaded guilty in federal court today to using stolen identities in a scheme to receive $326,000 in fraudulent tax refunds.
Demetria Michele Brown, 38, of Birmingham, Ala., pleaded guilty before U.S. Magistrate Judge Matt J. Whitworth to two counts of wire fraud and one count of aggravated identity theft.
By pleading guilty today, Brown admitted that she engaged in a scheme to submit hundreds of false and fraudulent state and federal income tax returns in order to generate refunds from 2008 to 2011. Brown, formerly of Fairview Heights, Ill., worked at an IRS office in St. Louis, Mo., during the fraud scheme.
Brown filed more than 120 fraudulent federal tax returns, resulting in a loss of approximately $211,000. Brown filed at least 236 fraudulent state tax returns, resulting in a loss of approximately $115,000, for an aggregate loss amount of approximately $326,000.
The scheme involved Brown obtaining personal identification information, including names, Social Security numbers, and dates of birth of other persons without their knowledge or consent. Brown completed U.S. individual income tax returns and Missouri state income tax returns for persons using the personal identification information she had obtained, adding other information which was false and fraudulent, including the address, place of employment, wages earned, taxes withheld and the fact that a refund was due.
Under federal statutes, Brown is subject to a sentence of up to 20 years in federal prison without parole for each wire fraud count and a mandatory consecutive sentence of two years in federal prison without parole for aggravated identity theft, plus a fine up to $750,000 and an order of restitution. A sentencing hearing will be scheduled after the completion of a presentence investigation by the United States Probation Office. | https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/kansascity/news/press-releases/former-irs-employee-pleads-guilty-to-326-000-fraud-scheme-identity-theft |
The recent period of stock market consolidation (i.e. the S&P500 is up only +0.9% to date in June against a +12.9% year to date advance) represents a market that is growing into its optimistic valuations. As such, investors should expect more moderate returns and more market volatility ahead. This is the most likely case as while the elements supporting the containment of COVID and the re-opening of the global economy continue to remain in place, the outlook going forward has become more mixed based on the following considerations: 1) Monetary support from The Fed has become more qualified following last week’s FOMC meeting, something of which investors should be mindful was always a question of when, not if; 2) On the fiscal front, Congress has not strayed from its partisan ways with governing becoming more a matter of obstruction than compromise, a development not supportive of prospects for further fiscal stimulus, something on which investors have very much relied since the March 2020 lows; and 3) The pace of vaccination in the U.S. is encountering challenges in meeting the Biden Administration’s goal of 70% by July 4th as states away from the East and West Coasts have not seen the necessary uptake, all this while the more infectious Delta COVID variant is becoming increasingly, and troublingly, prevalent. As indicated the outlook has become more mixed on a number of fronts. That said, earnings estimates for 2021 and 2022 continue to move higher, but remain at a level that should allow for solid outperformance in the upcoming 2Q 2021 and 3Q 2021 earnings periods. Nevertheless, the market has been overcome by a “growth scare” as seen in 10-year Treasury yields declining and the Russell 1000 Value ETF selling off -2.4 % (year-to-date +15.0%) since the end of May as the Russell 1000 Growth ETF has gained +4.4% (year-to-date +10.8%) with investors increasingly concerned that the point of “peak reflation” is past.
A quick look below at S&P earnings expectations for 2021 and 2022 by sector shows that the Tech sector will be among the five sectors in 2022 growing earnings faster than the S&P 500 index (see sectors highlighted in yellow), an important consideration now as the stock market tends in the June timeframe to start looking ahead to next year's earnings performance in allocating investment capital.
Note also that the Tech sector is showing the highest annual earnings growth rate from the last peak in S&P 500 earnings in 2019 to 2022, a level of 18% which is matched only by the Materials sector.
In valuation terms, the Tech sector's valuation at 27x the 2021 EPS forecast compared with the 18% earnings growth rate delivers a price-to-earnings growth ratio of 1.5x, an attractive discount to the S&P 500's 2.2x. Note that as the Tech sector tends to create its own growth by disrupting industry incumbents as its constituent companies enter new markets the growth prospects for the sector are perhaps less dependent on the pace of economic recovery than other high 2022 earnings growth sectors such as Industrials, Energy and Consumer Discretionary.
Bottom line, the current "growth scare" highlights the attraction of the Tech sector given its more likely profit growth performance and valuation relative to its growth prospects being at a discount to the broader S&P 500 index. In this way, Tech is a means to establish portfolio exposure to growth at a reasonable price.
The rebound in tech - how long will it last, what are the risks and what kind of tech stocks will do the best? The rebound in tech is likely to persist to the extent that economic data come in below forecast, a development that will likely serve to prompt further profit-taking in the more economically sensitive sectors that have led the market advance during H1 2021. The fact that COVID vaccination rates have slowed, that some vaccines (e.g. SinoVac) have proven to be ineffective against re-infection, and that more virulent COVID variants have had the opportunity to develop in this setting raises the concern that global economic re-opening may prove to be more gradual than presently forecast by the IMF and others. For Tech, bad economic news is good news for investment performance as investors look for a relatively safer place to allocate capital. | http://www.gvaresearch.com/post/5g-and-cybersecurity-stocks-will-be-winners-amid-tech-rebound-david-garrity-on-bnn-bloomberg |
Using ant-virus software is a major way to safeguard your computer from malicious application. These programs check your computer system files against a repository of noted viruses for and remove them.
Choosing the best ant-virus software to your computer is determined by many factors. For instance , price, operation, platform, and added features. A lot of antivirus products include browser extensions, which often can warn you about dangerous sites or perhaps file downloads.
In order to keep your laptop or computer running smoothly, your ant-virus software must perform tests on a regular basis. Many programs present both manual and computerized tests. A quick study takes a fraction of the time than a total system diagnostic scan, which examines every file, folder, and external device.
A few AV goods also include a secure electronic private network, which is very important to protecting your internet privacy. Additional features might include an IDENTITY theft safeguards tool, username and password manager, and parental controls. Applying an ant-virus product also can give you a customized browser eyeport designed for online purchases.
In addition to malware proper protection, your antivirus software may also offer ransomware protection. When a malicious file is detected, it may be quarantined for further inspection.
One of the earliest forms of antivirus security is signature-based detection. Within a signature-based check out, your antivirus security software analyzes your computer files to a repository of regarded viruses. Some AV goods utilize heuristic analysis methods, find out here now which in turn catch fresh and transformed malware injuries.
Depending on the AV product you make use of, your antivirus security software could also offer behavior-based detection. Using this method works best when ever combined with signature-based diagnosis. It looks intended for behaviors just like suspicious downloading or shady file buildings. | http://oldent.org/picking-the-right-antivirus-software-for-your-computer/ |
(1) The process of providing users with access to data and technology resources. The term typically is used in reference to enterprise-level resource management. Provisioning can be thought of as a combination of the duties of the human resources and IT departments in an enterprise, where (1) users are given access to data repositories or granted authorization to systems, applications and databases based on a unique user identity, and (2) users are appropriated hardware resources, such as computers, mobile phones and pagers. The process implies that the access rights and privileges are monitored and tracked to ensure the security of an enterprise's resources.
(2) The process of providing customers or clients with accounts, the appropriate access to those accounts, all the rights associated with those accounts, and all of the resources necessary to manage the accounts. When used in reference to a client, provisioning can be thought of as a form of customer service. | http://cybercrimeupdates.blogspot.com/2008/07/new-it-term-of-day_31.html |
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*If the tool fails to launch from the Desktop, please move SmitfraudFix.exe directly to the root of the system drive (usually C:), and launch from there.
Note : process.exe is detected by some antivirus programs (AntiVir, Dr.Web, Kaspersky) as a "RiskTool"; it is not a virus, but a program used to stop system processes. Antivirus programs cannot distinguish between "good" and "malicious" use of such programs, therefore they may alert the user.
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C:\Program Files\PowerISO\PWRISOVM.EXE
C:\Program Files\Windows Defender\MSASCui.exe
C:\Program Files\Maxtor\OneTouch\utils\Onetouch.exe
C:\Program Files\Maxtor\OneTouch Status\maxmenumgr.exe
DNS Server Search Order: 192.168.0.1
HKLM\SYSTEM\CCS\Services\Tcpip\..\{13C70B95-DBAB-43BF-BCE5-FE597C171E0E}: NameServer=68.94.156.1,68.94.157.1
HKLM\SYSTEM\CCS\Services\Tcpip\..\{73AB21E4-E8A3-4758-8972-1C47B3DCA285}: DhcpNameServer=192.168.0.1 192.168.0.1
HKLM\SYSTEM\CS1\Services\Tcpip\..\{13C70B95-DBAB-43BF-BCE5-FE597C171E0E}: NameServer=68.94.156.1,68.94.157.1
HKLM\SYSTEM\CS1\Services\Tcpip\..\{73AB21E4-E8A3-4758-8972-1C47B3DCA285}: DhcpNameServer=192.168.0.1 192.168.0.1
HKLM\SYSTEM\CS3\Services\Tcpip\..\{13C70B95-DBAB-43BF-BCE5-FE597C171E0E}: NameServer=68.94.156.1,68.94.157.1
HKLM\SYSTEM\CS3\Services\Tcpip\..\{73AB21E4-E8A3-4758-8972-1C47B3DCA285}: DhcpNameServer=192.168.0.1 192.168.0.1
HKLM\SYSTEM\CCS\Services\Tcpip\Parameters: DhcpNameServer=192.168.0.1 192.168.0.1
HKLM\SYSTEM\CS1\Services\Tcpip\Parameters: DhcpNameServer=192.168.0.1 192.168.0.1
HKLM\SYSTEM\CS3\Services\Tcpip\Parameters: DhcpNameServer=192.168.0.1 192.168.0.1
Double click combofix.exe and follow the prompts.
When it's done running it will produce a log for you. Please post that log in your next reply.
Important Note - Do not mouseclick combofix's window whilst it's running. That may cause it to stall.
"Windows Defender"="\"C:\\Program Files\\Windows Defender\\MSASCui.exe\" -hide"
"MaxtorOneTouch"="C:\\Program Files\\Maxtor\\OneTouch\\utils\\Onetouch.exe"mxomssmenu"="\"C:\\Program Files\\Maxtor\\OneTouch Status\\maxmenumgr.exe\"
Shell\dxsetup\command D:\\DIRECTX\DXSETUP.EXE
Shell\Register\command D:\\EXTRAS\RUNSHELL.EXE HTTP://WWW.MICROSOFT.COM/GAMES/PRODUCT_REG...HTSIMULATOR2004
Shell\setup\command D:\\SETUP.EXE
Shell\Web\command D:\\EXTRAS\RUNSHELL.EXE HTTP://WWW.MICROSOFT.COM/GAMES/FLIGHTSIMULATOR
Once you click yes, your desktop will go blank as it starts removing Vundo.
When completed, it will prompt that it will reboot your computer, click OK.
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St. Joseph’s/Candler (SJ/C) hospital system located in Savannah, GA had been attacked by ransomware on June 17, 2021 at approximately 4 a.m. After becoming aware of the suspicious activity in its system, SJ/C quickly worked on keeping its systems separate and protected. Because of the attack, the computer systems were unavailable. Therefore, emergency measures were adopted. Staff had to employ pen and paper to record patient details.
SJ/C sent a security breach notification to law enforcement, which started an investigation. Third-party cybersecurity agencies helped SJ/C confirm that hackers at first acquired access to its systems on December 18, 2020 and had system access until June 17, 2021, at which time ransomware was deployed.
Shortly after the discovery of the attack, SJ/C announced that its facilities will not stop providing patient care operations and will use established backup processes and other downtime procedures. The physicians, nurses and personnel of the hospital are equipped with the proper training to provide care in these sorts of situations and are committed to doing whatever is needed to counter disruption and provide uninterrupted patient care.
While the breach investigation is in progress, it became known that the portions of the network accessed by the hackers contained records of patients’ protected health information (PHI). A complete audit of those records confirmed they contained patient information like names, birth dates, addresses, driver’s license numbers, financial details, Social Security numbers, billing account numbers, medical insurance plan member IDs, medical record numbers, patient account numbers, dates of service, names of provider, medical and clinical treatment details concerning care provided by SJ/C.
SJ/C has presently confirmed the possible breach of 1,400,000 patients’ PHI during the ransomware attack. Issuance of breach notification letters to impacted individuals commenced on August 10, 2021 and credit monitoring and identity theft protection services are offered at no cost. SJ/C also reported that it is enforcing extra safety procedures and technical security measures to further protect and manage its systems. | https://www.calhipaa.com/ransomware-attack-on-st-josephs-candler-impacts-1-4-million-individuals/ |
The UK’s cybersecurity agency has handled more than 60 “nationally significant” cyberattacks in the past year, an official report has revealed.
The National Cyber Security Center (NCSC), a division of GCHQ, did not directly specify what the attacks were, but spoke of ransomware attacks targeting the helpline service. NHS 111 and also the water company, South Staffordshire Water, sparked a nationwide response.
“The ransomware threat has been present – and remains a major challenge for businesses and the public service in the UK,” the NCSC said in its annual review published on Tuesday.
It said a growing focus over the past year has been supporting Ukraine’s cyber defenders in fending off widespread and aggressive Russian cyberattacks in the wake of President Vladimir Putin’s invasion.
The NCSC said the war had “made the cybersecurity threat more of a focus in the UK”.
The UK government earlier on Tuesday revealed a former secret attempt to help Ukraine protect itself from cyberattacks under a scheme worth more than £6 million.
“Ukrainian authorities – supported by the NCSC – have created robust cyber defenses that limit the impact of Russian activities,” the annual report said.
“Ukraine’s successful defensive operations are a prime example for cyber defenders around the world.”
The network center also mentions China. It said Beijing’s burgeoning technological capabilities are likely to be the biggest factor influencing UK cybersecurity going forward.
According to the report, despite the risk posed by foreign nations in cyberspace, the biggest threat to UK civilians and small businesses online is from cybercriminals.
This includes phishing attacks and hacking of social media accounts. For example, there were 2.7 million cyber-related frauds in the 12 months to March 2022.
Summing up its work over the past 12 months, the NCSC said its officials have managed the response to hundreds of cyber incidents. This includes 63 events it describes as “of national significance”. | https://hvanews.net/over-60-nationally-significant-attacks-in-the-past-year-handled-by-the-national-cyber-security-center-uk-news/ |
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As the world moves closer to turning the theory of quantum computing into a reality, research and development in cryptography is underway that could radically change encryption and network security. Ciena’s Paulina Gomez explains.
In today’s world of ever-increasing security threats and breaches, encryption is a common technique used to protect critical information from getting into the wrong hands. In cryptography, encryption is the process of encoding a plaintext message in such a way that only authorized parties can access it. The result of this process is encrypted information, also known as ciphertext. But how is this done exactly? The plaintext message is transformed using an algorithm (or cipher) to make it unreadable to anyone except those possessing special knowledge, which is referred to as the key.
As an example, consider encrypted information travelling across a fiber optic cable. A hacker can tap the fiber in an attempt to access the sensitive information it carries, as shown in this video, but encryption prevents a hacker from deciphering the contents of the message without the key.
Luckily, today’s state-of-art secure communications use advanced mathematics to protect in-flight data leveraging highly secure algorithms, such as in Ciena’s WaveLogic Encryption solution. Even though many cryptographic algorithms used today are publicly available, such as the popular Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), they are very difficult to crack in a reasonable amount of time given the computational power of today’s computers. In fact, the keys used in modern cryptography are so large that breaking the AES-256 standard would require “fifty supercomputers that could check a billion (1018) AES keys per second [and] would, in theory, require about 3×1051 years.”
Thankfully this means that there isn't an immediate problem now, but what does the future hold when current computers are replaced with quantum computers? The keys that would take a trillion years to break with conventional computers could possibly be cracked in much less time with quantum computers. And here’s where quantum physics meets cryptography.
The field of Quantum Cryptography is an area of security research and development focused on the introduction of new technologies that will offer more resistance to the computing power of quantum computers. Quantum cryptography draws its strength from the unpredictable nature of photons – the smallest particles in the universe. The foundation of quantum physics is defined by Heisenberg's Uncertainty Principle, which states that observation of these particles in any way changes their behavior. These new quantum cryptography technologies will combine the power of quantum physics and advanced mathematics to deliver maximum security.
Elements of Quantum Cryptography
A key element of quantum cryptography that is being explored to guarantee secure communication is Quantum Key Distribution (QKD). QKD uses photons to produce and distribute a key, not to transmit any message data. This key can then be used with any chosen encryption algorithm (like AES) to encrypt (and decrypt) a message, which can then be transmitted over a standard communication channel.
The main security benefit behind QKD is the ability of the two communicating parties to detect the presence of any third party trying to gain knowledge of the key. This is possible as a direct result of quantum mechanics whereby the process of measuring a quantum system in general disturbs the system changing the particles’ behavior. This means that a hacker trying to eavesdrop on the key must in some way measure it, thus introducing anomalies that can be detected and used to alert the parties that a key has been compromised and should not be used to encode information.
It turns out that quantum physics can play an important role in delivering maximum security cryptographic systems. According to Born’s rule, the measurement outcome of a quantum state can be intrinsically random, which means that it can never be predicted better than blindly guessing. This key principle of quantum mechanics can be exploited by leveraging the inherent randomness in quantum measurements to generate true random numbers for highly secure cryptographic keys. These types of random number generators are referred to as Quantum Random Number Generators (QRNG) and are not new to the industry. Today, there are several QRNGs that are commercially available that promise true randomness to enable generating cryptographic keys that are impossible to predict.
Today, a hacker can passively intercept an encrypted message sent by Alice to Bob without either of them realizing that their message has been compromised. The hacker can do this in different ways, including fiber tapping, and can then spend lots of time (a trillion years!) and computing power to crack the code.
Now, consider this same example leveraging quantum cryptography. Since we know we can't measure a photon without affecting its behavior, a hacker cannot go undetected when eavesdropping on a private message. After all of the photons are received by Bob, and he and Alice have their conversation about the message transmitted, discrepancies will emerge if a hacker has intercepted the message. If this occurs, the 'transaction' can be aborted, and a new key sent automatically. By sending multiple quantum keys every second, the security of a fiber line can be constantly monitored and attempts to 'tap' the signal can be instantly identified.
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A strong password, for work or your personal computer, has a minimum of eight characters and is easy to remember, but difficult to guess. It's best not to use dictionary words, proper names and nouns, or personally identifiable information. Follow these five steps to create a strong password.
Step 1: Choose a favorite phrase or quote with five or more words. It should be easy for you to remember, but hard for someone who knows you to guess. It could be a line from your favorite song, book, verse, proverb or title. Example: "A Word To The Wise Is Sufficient"
Step 2: Remove all but the first letter of each word to create your base password. Using the above phrase, the new base is: AWTTWIS
Step 3: The best passwords will always be composed of eight or more characters. To make your new password both complex and more secure, it is recommended to use at least three substitutions. Substitutions create a unique mixture of upper/lower case letters, numbers and special characters ($, &, +, !, @) to replace normal letters and numbers. The password example now becomes: @WT+w15
Step 4: Finish your password by inputting your personal substitution into the base password. If your base password word is less than eight characters, simply add a smiley face :-), winky face ;-), eyeglass face 8-), sad face :-( , or an exclamation mark ! anywhere into your new password. Example: @WT+w15!
Step 5: Remember to change your password to comply with password policies or quarterly. Change immediately and more frequent if you think it might have been compromised or shared. By using the substitution method above, you can easily change your password by changing out some of the substitution options to make a new password while retaining the original phrase.
Security Tip: Always use a different password for each of your financial accounts as compared to your social media/email accounts. Therefore, if your home or office social media password gets compromised then your financial password will remain safe.
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Fraud costs the American economy millions of dollars per year in losses. Between January and December, 2003, the Federal Trade Commission received over half a million consumer fraud identity theft complaints, with losses of over $400 million reported. The losses affect consumer savings accounts, retirements and the ability to purchase homes. Bank accounts have been emptied with no recourse.
Increased e-commerce from the rise in Internet use has opened the doors for easier fraud perpetration. While companies involved in information technology have invested in increased security, fraud prevention is a continuing battle requiring the awareness of both consumers and businesses. The good news is that there are simple steps you can take to help prevent unauthorized access to your information and finances.
Although fraud can take many forms, our advice will be mainly focused on the types that most affect credit reports and scores. We have also provided additional links at the end of this section for further research.
Identity theft: Identity thieves gain access to information that allows them to pose as someone else. They may steal boxes of checks, bank statements or other mail from a mailbox; steal a wallet or purse and use the information to open new accounts, as well as spend on existing credit cards or checks; or extend a fraudulent offer to you via phone or mail. Many people who have had their identities stolen have not found our until the next time they try to open a new credit account, or apply for a home or other type of loan.
“Phisher” or mock websites: This is a rather new phenomenon, where perpetrators duplicate a website and send emails requesting that a customer reapply or provide security information. The information is then used to steal the consumer’s identity, access bank funds, or apply for fraudulent loans. The phisher site spam emails tell consumers to click on a link to what looks like a real corporate website and input their personal information. The fake website looks like it comes from a legitimate company with whom a consumer may have a relationship, but the fraudulent site is really just a vehicle to steal consumer information.
Social Security Fraud: This happens when someone gains access to a Social Security number and uses it, along with other personal information, to commit fraud or identity theft. Social Security numbers of deceased or retired persons via their Social Security checks, along with an address, can allow someone to apply for credit reports that often contain enough additional information for a perpetrator to take the next step.
Intercepting credit card numbers from online transactions or databases: When consumers buy goods or services over the internet, it’s rare to have the credit card information transferred without encryption, or coding, to prevent hacking. But there are still some cases where computer hackers gain access to information as it is sent. Hackers also search for weaknesses in databases maintained by businesses, government and financial institutions, and attempt to exploit them to gain account numbers. The incidence of breaking into these databases is not high, but one access breach can give perpetrators access to thousands of account numbers at once.
Mishandling of credit reports: Credit reports contain all the information a thief would need to steal using existing accounts, or to steal one’s identity completely and cause major financial harm. There are several ways those in the credit reporting industry manage to balance the need for accurate account information to rate, while keeping enough information hidden to protect the public from theft. Strict compliance regulations from bureaus and the government require credit report users to have passed many hurdles to begin ordering and using credit reports. In addition, account numbers are partially masked on copies assessable to consumers. Data security standards are extremely high, and audits are frequent.
There are several ways you can help prevent fraud and identity theft.
Destroy private records and statements. Tear up, or shred credit card statements, solicitations and other private documents that contain private financial information. Any information you keep, be sure to keep in a secure place.
Secure your mail. Empty your mailbox quickly, or get a PO box so criminals don’t have a chance to steal credit card pitches. Never mail outgoing bill payments and checks from home. They can be stolen from your mailbox and the payee’s name erased with solvents. Mail them from the post office or another secure location.
Safeguard your Social Security Number. Never carry your card with you, or any other card that may have your number, like a health insurance card. And don’t put your number on your checks. It’s the primary target for identity thieves because it gives them access to your credit report and bank accounts.
Don’t leave a paper trail. Never leave ATM, credit card or gas station receipts behind.
Never let you credit card out of your sight. Worried about credit card skimming? Always keep an eye on your card, or, when that’s not possible, pay with case.
Know who you’re dealing with. Whenever anyone contacts you asking for private identity or financial information, make no response other than to find out who they are, what company they represent and the reason for the call. If you think the request is legitimate, contact the company yourself and confirm what you were told before revealing any of your personal data.
Take your name off marketers’ hit lists. In addition to the national “Do-Not-Call registry 1-888-832-1222, you can also cut down on junk mail and opt of credit card solicitations by calling 1-888-5-OPT OUT.
Be more defensive with personal information. Ask Sales people and other if information such as a Social Security or driver’s license number is absolutely necessary. Ask anyone who does require you Social Security number – for instance, your insurance company – what their privacy policy is and whether you can arrange for the organization not to share you information with anyone else.
Review your credit card statements carefully. Make sure you recognize the merchants, locations and purchases listed before paying the bill. If you don’t need or use department-store or bank-issued cards, consider closing the accounts.
Guard your information. Do not give out your account numbers, login information or passwords for online transactions to others.
Know your delivery dates. Know when your account and bank statements come to you by mail, and contact the account holders or bank when you do not receive them by the usual dates.
Beware of unencrypted websites. Make sure you do not send your credit card information for online purchases through websites that are not secured & encrypted, or by mail.
Watch your ATM card. Be aware of those behind you when using the ATM machine; guard viewing access to your pin entry.
Don’t fall for telephone solicitations. Do not give your credit card, Social Security number of other personal information to telephone solicitors. If you are interested in the product, research the company and it’s product first and call them back to order if legitimate. Do not give any personal information over the phone in exchange for the promise of “winning” anything.
Email solicitations. If you receive an email directing you to the website of a company with which to do business, requesting for you to provide account numbers or other private information, do not provide the information. Contact the company directly to determine the legitimacy of such a request.
Be careful where you write your information down. Do not write account information or pin numbers on cards or places whereby a thief may be able to access both credit cards and pine numbers in the same theft – for example do not write your pin number on the backs of your credit or ATM cards.
One of your creditors informs you that they have received an application for credit with your name and Social Security number.
Incoming calls or letters stating the you have been approved or denied by a creditor to which you never applied.
You receive credit card, utility, or telephone statements in your name and address for which you never applied.
You no longer receive your credit card statements, or notice that not all of your mail is delivered to you.
A collection agency tells you they are collecting for a defaulted account established with your identity, but you never opened the account.
If you think you have become a victim of identity theft, or fraud, act immediately to minimize the damage to your funds, financial accounts and credit report. Below is a list of some actions that you should take right away:
By mail to Consumer Response Center, FTC, 600 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20580.
Under the Identity Theft and Assumption Deterrence Act, the Federal Trade Commission is responsible for receiving and processing complaints from people who believe they may be victims of identity theft, providing informational materials to those people, referring those complaints to appropriate entities, including the major credit reporting agencies and law enforcement agencies. For further information, please check the FTC’s identity theft web pages. You can also call your local office of the FBI or the U.S. Secret Service to report crimes relating to identity theft and fraud.
You may also need to contact other agencies for other types of identity theft.
Your local office of the Postal Inspection Service if you suspect that an identity thief has submitted a change-of-address form with the Post Office to redirect your mail, or has used the mail to commit frauds involving your identity.
The Social Security Administration, if you suspect that your Social Security number is being fraudulently used (call 800-269-0271 to report the fraud.)
The Internal Revenue Service if you suspect the improper use of identification information in connection with tax violations (call 1-800-829-0433 to report the violation.)
To Report fraud, call 800-525-6285 or write to P.O. Box 740250, Atlanta, GA. 39374-0250.
To order a copy of your credit report go to www.equifax.com or call 800-685-5000 or 800-685-1111.
To opt out of pre-approved offers of credit, call 888-567-8688 or write to Equifax Options, P.O. Box 740123, Atlanta, GA 303-74-0123.
Experian:
To report fraud, call 888-EXPERIAN or 888-397-3742, fax to 800-301-7196, or write to P.O. Box 1017, Allen, TX 75013.
To order a copy of your report, go to www.experian.com or call 888-EXPERIAN.
To dispute information in your report, call the phone number provided on your credit report.
To opt out of pre-approved offers of credit and marketing lists, call 800-353-0809 or 888-5OPTOUT or write to P.O. Box 919, Allen, TX 75013.
TransUnion:
To report fraud, call 800-680-7289 or write to P.O. Box 6790, Fullerton, CA. 92634.
To order a copy of your credit report, go to www.transunion.com or call 800-888-4213.
To opt our of pre-approved offers of credit and marketing lists, call 800-680-7293 or 888-5OPTOUT or write to P.O. Box 97328, Jackson, MS. 39238.
Experian’s resource center for fraud and identity theft.
The Department of Justice’s (DOJ) links on identity theft, identity fraud, preventing fraud, what to do in the event of identity theft and more.
Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Information and a toll-free number to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) call if you have been subject to identity theft.
FTC What to do & Whom to Contact in the event of identity theft and best methods for recovering.
Social Security Administration information regarding Social Security fraud, how to prevent it and what to do if you’re a victim.
Depart of Justice notice warning consumers about the different methods of fraud and identity theft, both off and online. | https://www.advcredit.com/consumer-credit/fraud-and-identity-theft/ |
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Victims of 'lawful intercepts' include human rights activists and journalist, researchers from Citizen Lab and Lookout say.
Apple’s much vaunted reputation for security took a bit of beating this week with two separate reports identifying serious vulnerabilities in its iOS operating system for iPhones and iPads.
One of the reports, from security firm Lookout and the University of Toronto’s Citizen Lab, details a trio of zero-day vulnerabilities in iOS, dubbed Trident, that a shadowy company called the NSO Group has been exploiting for several years to spy on targeted iOS users.
The NSO Group is based in Israel but owned by an American private-equity firm. The company has developed a highly sophisticated spyware product called Pegasus that takes advantage of the Trident zero-day exploit chain to jailbreak iOS devices and install malware on them for spying on users.
In an alert this week, security researchers at Citizen Lab and Lookout described Pegasus as one of the most sophisticated endpoint malware threats they had ever encountered. The malware exploits a kernel base mapping vulnerability, a kernel memory corruption flaw and a flaw in the Safari WebKit that basically lets an attacker compromise an iOS device by getting the user to click on a single link.
All three are zero-days flaws, which Apple has addressed via its 9.3.5 patch. The researchers are urging iOS users to apply the patch as soon as possible.
Pegasus, according to the security researchers, is highly configurable and is designed to spy on SMS text messages, calls, emails, logs and data from applications like Facebook, Gmail, Skype, WhatsApp and Viber running on iOS devices.
“The kit appears to persist even when the device software is updated and can update itself to easily replace exploits if they become obsolete,” the researchers said in their alert.
Evidence suggests that Pegasus has been used to conduct so-called ‘lawful intercepts’ of iOS owners by governments and government-backed entities. The malware kit has been used to spy on a noted human rights activist in the United Arab Emirates, a Mexican journalist who reported on government corruption and potentially several individuals in Kenya, the security researchers said.
The malware appears to emphasize stealth very heavily and the authors have gone to considerable efforts to ensure that the source remains hidden. “Certain Pegasus features are only enabled when the device is idle and the screen is off, such as ‘environmental sound recording’ (hot mic) and ‘photo taking’,” the researchers noted.
The spyware also includes a self-destruct mechanism, which can activate automatically when there is a probability that it will be discovered.
Like many attacks involving sophisticated malware, the Pegasus attack sequence starts with a phishing text—in this case a link in an SMS message—which when clicked initiates a sequence of actions leading to device compromise and installation of malware.
Because of the level of sophistication required to find and exploit iOS zero-day vulnerabilities, exploit chains like Trident can fetch a lot of money in the black and gray markets, the researchers from Citizen Lab and Lookout said. As an example they pointed to an exploit chain similar to Trident, which sold for $1 million last year.
The second report describing vulnerabilities in IOS this week came from researchers at the North Carolina State University, TU Darmstadt, a research university in Germany and University Politehnica in Bucharest.
In a paper to be presented at an upcoming security conference in Vienna, the researchers said they focused on iOS’ sandbox feature to see if they could find any security vulnerabilities that could be exploited by third-party applications. The exercise resulted in the researchers unearthing multiple vulnerabilities that would enable adversaries to launch different kinds of attacks on iOS devices via third-party applications.
Among them were attacks that would let someone bypass iOS’ privacy setting for contacts, gain access to a user’s location search history, and prevent access to certain system resources. In an alert, a researcher who co-authored the paper said that the vulnerabilities have been disclosed to Apple, which is now working on fixing them.
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Privileged credentials are the keys to the IT kingdom. That phrase has been repeated so much in recent years it’s bordering on marketing hyperbole. But there’s a reason it’s become part of the cybersecurity lexicon.
Privileged credentials grant access to install and administer programs, modify system configuration settings, and view data on machines throughout the network. Employees in IT and security are generally more likely than others in their organizations to have privileged access to manage IT resources. But with this elevated access comes the increased possibility of being able to access and view files they aren’t supposed to see. And that means users with privileged access are potential insider threat risks.
But is this a significant problem? How often does it occur? We set out to answer those questions in a survey we conducted among attendees at RSA Conference 2020, the popular annual even that attracts top IT security talent from around the world.
What did we learn in our RSA Conference Survey? 63% of those surveyed admitted to accessing company documents that have nothing to do with their job roles. When we looked at vertical specific data, this number rose to 78% in the manufacturing industry. Those are sobering numbers because they show that even knowledgeable cybersecurity professionals are likely to engage in the type of actions associated with insider threats
Of course, all functional organizations want to ensure that their workers can access the resources they need to efficiently do their jobs. The challenge comes in providing proper, audited access management and provisioning for each employee.
What typically happens in most organizations is that too many people end up with too much access to systems and applications that aren’t relevant to their roles. That means unauthorized individuals might have access into valuable resources they’re never supposed to see. This increases the possibility of critical information being stolen or leaked. And even if the employee does not intend to abuse his elevated access, it becomes a threat vector in and of itself if a cyber criminal compromises his account.
According to the Verizon Data Breaches Investigation Report, privilege misuse and errors by insiders account for 30% of overall breaches. That’s why analyzing the behaviors of employees with privileged access to identify actions indicative of insider threat risk is crucial for protecting sensitive data.
Too Many Shared Credentials
Given these findings, you may be wondering what other aspects of access are misused by IT security staff. Here’s what we discovered. About one in eight (16%) respondents are guilty of sharing their login credentials with coworkers . This figure spikes to 43% among retail workers.
Credentials are sometimes shared amongst groups for convenience. Even though this practice might make things easier, it’s still a risky action. Despite what we hear about the coming passwordless age, passwords and other credentials remain the most common way to verify identities to gain access to IT resources. And that’s why credentials – particularly privileged credentials – are coveted by criminals in almost every cyberattack and by malicious insiders who want to steal valuable data.
Password security – especially with regard to admin and other privileged passwords – is an integral element of a successful cybersecurity program. Frequently changing, unique and complex passwords are the best ways to thwart attackers. But these safeguards are irrelevant any time someone shares their login credentials with a coworker.
This is just a quick glimpse into the data from our RSA Conference survey. Get all the details on these findings, as well as other measured aspects of risky user behavior, by downloading our survey report What’s Your Risk Score? | https://gurucul.com/blog/cybersecurity-professionals-exhibit-risky-behavior-their-jobs |
A VPN is an essential component of IT security, whether you’re just starting a business or are already up and running. Most business interactions and transactions happen online and VPN
Infortrend, a leading provider of SAN, NAS, Unified, Hybrid Cloud and AI Storage Solutions, recently added immutable object storage, also known as write-once-read-many (WORM), and multi-factor authentication (MFA) security features to their EonStor GS unified storage systems. These features are introduced to ensure the protection of stored data, particularly against ransomware.
Ransomware attacks are still on the rise today, proving that traditional defenses like firewalls and antivirus software are insufficient to completely stop these threats. In order to secure archived data, businesses have begun using immutable or WORM storage repositories. With immutable object storage, organisations can set the data as WORM to protect it against ransomware encryption and choose a retention term to prevent unintentional data erasure.
Apart from the immutable object storage, the multi-factor authentication (MFA) feature is also integrated into the GS families. A separate one-time password is needed to access account by email or an APP. Even if the password has been hacked, the feature is demonstrated to be effective against unauthorized access. The Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency claims that implementing the MFA function reduces the likelihood of account hacking by 99 percent.
Frank Lee, Senior Director of Product Planning, said, “The immutable object storage and MFA offer reinforced security. Mandatory for some and highly-recommended safety measure by governments around the globe, especially in government organizations, financial, and medical industries, WORM and MFA functions can further protect sensitive and valuable data from unlawful access.” | https://infosecurityoutlook.com/infortrend-announces-the-release-of-worm-and-mfa-features-on-eonstor-gs/ |
The companies that are participating in the initiative are: ABB, Arm, Avast, Bitdefender, BT, CA Technologies, Cisco, Cloudflare, DataStax, Dell, DocuSign, Facebook, Fastly, FireEye, F-Secure, GitHub, Guardtime, HP Inc., HPE, Intuit, Juniper Networks, LinkedIn, Microsoft, Nielsen, Nokia, Oracle, RSA, SAP, Stripe, Symantec, Telefonica, Tenable, Trend Micro, and VMware.
The announcement comes at the backdrop of a growing momentum in political and industry circles to create a sort of Digital Geneva Convention that commits the entire tech industry and governments to supporting a free and secure internet. The effort comes after attacks such as WannaCry and NotPetya hobbled businesses around the world last year, and just a day after the U.S. and U.K. issued an unprecedented joint alert citing the threat of cyberattacks from Russian state-sponsored actors. The Pentagon has said Russian "trolling" activity increased 2,000 percent after missile strikes in Syria.
Interestingly, Amazon, Apple, Google, and Twitter are not participating in the program, though the Tech Accord says it "remains open to consideration of new private sector signatories, large or small and regardless of sector."
...the first time one of these tech company executives is sent to jail for ignoring a court order...
Or perhaps they'll wait till they find themselves being audited by the IRS (or your local equivalent, wherever you live) every single year....
You forget these companies political contributions.
Nearly any company will pay political continuations to both political parties. Just so they have the people in political power attention.
That was supposed to be Apple. Fixed, thanks for pointing it out.
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Nobody ever builds weapons to use against "innocent civilians and enterprises".
Instead, everyone builds weapons to use only against those evil and horrible people who are guilty of offenses against the one true ideology, or the one true religion, or the one true culture. Of course, those who are aiding those terrible villains are also guilty of aiding the enemy. Then, of course, it's a small stretch to accept that those who are neutral are still helping the enemy with their neutrality, and those who aren't helping anyone are hindering our own ability to fight.
"We won't harm innocent civilians" is just as useless as a certain other company's promise to "don't be evil", and for the same reason. It all depends on the perspective used to define what's "evil" or "innocent".
Tellingly, "Do no evil" Google is also not on the list. They probably decided that the list is not sufficiently diverse to join.
Unsurprisingly, Chinese-based Huawei and Korean-based Samsung are not on the list.
I'm not sure what surprises me more, that you think any Asian based firm would sign up to a list of empty white country promises, or that you think that the promise is worth enough to get upset about Google missing from it.
The "innocent civilians and enterprises" is the giant caveat-emptor. Whatever the pledge, if the target is deemed guilty of something — and for the likes of Facebook, it can be mere misogyny — the bets are off and the company may participate with enthusiasm.
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Nothing more than that, and this will change in no time. Notice how governments are not on that list of people they wont help attack? If they were actually serious they would have said they wouldn't help with any attack at all.
Make no mistake about it, this is PR and Marketing because it involves no actual change for most of these companies anyways and in a month no one will care about this accord they will be free to break it all they want.
The real question is what this actually means and how useful this is.
Does this mean that previously did it and are now stopping. Or where they never asked? I can also easily say that I will never help a government to do it. The likelihood of them asking is extremely small.
And are they willing to do business with those companies, er, governments. What about their re-sellers? What about companies? I doubt that many governments will ask a company to hack the planet. They will have a department that has holdings that owns companies that are not linked in any way or for to the government, because "National Security"
Also nice that they can do it when the civilians and companies are guilty.
To me it sounds hollow and more marketing than anything else. These are not the companies that are asked to help. They just own products that are used to do attacks.
All they need is one weak link, one participant mandated against disclosure. They already have this, and have had this for years. The sad thing is that we have had the ability to protect our private communication from third parties for a little longer. PGP is secure and the infrastructure has been in place for 15 years or so.
The fact that people don't secure their communication and data with strong crypto is just plain laziness and a gift for the jackboots.
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But assisting with government domestic mass-surveillance and data-mining is A-OK.
"We promise we won't help attack anyone, we'll only help governments oppress their domestic populations, the US government's domestic surveillance of the US population being at the top of the list."
IBM helped the Nazi gov't enumerate concentration camp victims so no surprise that their name isn't on the list.
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Pledge? Give me a break. (Score:1) by TheZeitgeist ( 5083373 ) writes:
Sign pledge not to 'assist the government in attacks?' That's cute, and it won't matter if government really wants something.
For instance, how many times I wonder did Backpage CEO guy talk tough; about protecting user data or never giving into the politicians or the cops or whatever. They wheeled him down to the station, let him think about couple decades in prison, and...voila: he rolled over like Rover on his business, all his customers, and undoubtedly some close associates and friends.
The only thing that will motivate tech to actually respect privacy would be meaningful laws with teeth and the people charged with making and enforcing those laws are techs best customers.
Sometimes the scandal is not what law was broken, but what the law allows. - Edward Snowden
Perhaps, but... (Score:5, Interesting) by DaveM753 ( 844913 ) writes: on Tuesday April 17, 2018 @11:24AM (#56452195) a declaration that they will not help any government -- including that of the United States -- mount cyberattacks against "innocent civilians and enterprises from anywhere."
Maybe they won't help any *government*, but what about private entities like corporations or wealthy individuals? What if a corporation or a wealthy individual were to ask our new, friendly "Cybersecurity Tech Accord" members to mount a cyberattack against someone? Under that scenario, they would not be helping a government.
...and someone please define "innocent civilians" and "enterprises" for me. I can subjectively define it by my own ideas, but how are our new, friendly "Cybersecurity Tech Accord" members going to define these terms? What does "innocent" mean to them? What does "civilian" mean to them? What constitutes an "enterprise"?
This seems like a seriously limited promise.
Everyone that isn't a Western democracy that is. I don't see any Russian or Chinese companies listed, just the ones that could help us fight back against them. Whose help we may desperately need.
Great idea. I'm sure it can only turn out well.
Sure. These companies take a stand against assisting governments in cyber attacks, but do nothing to protect citizens from the constant intrusion and surveillance in our personal lives and privacy. Personal privacy really needs to be considered a basic human right.
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I use Thunderbird e-mail and have no issues in this regard.
What is needed is a screen shot of the Eset Detected Threats log to see what is actually being detected in the e-mails. | https://forum.eset.com/topic/17382-antivirus-quarantines-all-thunderbird-data-files/ |
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Back with the first few releases of Exchange, product updates were made available via service packs. This continued into the Exchange 2000 and Exchange 2003 days. It seems like an eternity ago, and dinosaurs were still roaming the Earth, when Exchange 2003 SP2 was released in October of 2005 as a whopping 109 MB download.
Exchange 2007 moved to a different servicing strategy which added a predictive scheduling element to the underlying Service Pack cycle so customers had a vehicle to receive fixes faster than wait for the next service pack. Exchange 2010 does the same. These updates that we speak of are the Update Rollups, Rollups, URs or RUs.
Update: 4-3-2015 Updated links to new home for Exchange build information.
One issue with this though is that Exchange 2007/2010 tools show the currently installed Service Pack version, as they did in Exchange 2003, and not what RU is currently installed. So when you look at the below screenshot of an Exchange 2010 organisation you can see that it is running SP2 as the build is 14.2 but you cannot state what RU is currently installed. If service pack 3 was installed then the build would start with14.3.
Well, that’s ok but you can do better…
Tom Kern originally addressed this back in 2010 with his post to the Exchange team blog. As with Exchange 2003 checking the version of key files is a great way to determine the current build of Exchange. As an added bonus this can be automated and scripted. Party on Wayne!
In its simplest form Tom demonstrates how to check the version of Exsetup.exe locally on a server:
GCM Exsetup.exe | % {$_.FileVersionInfo}
Expanding this out, '”GCM” is an alias of Get-Command and “%” is an alias to ForEach-Object, which then retrieves the FileVersionInfo attribute of the file passed down the pipeline which is Exsetup.exe. So this could be written out fully as follows:
Get-Command Exsetup.exe | ForEach-Object {$_.FileVersionInfo}
To prove they are aliases run Get-Alias GCM and review the output. You also may be thinking about the location of Exsetup.exe and why this is not specified in the above command. This is because Exchange setup adds the Exchange \bin folder to the path environment variable. To check this out in PowerShell we can use:
We can now get a local server’s build, but what about remote machines and checking the entire organisation? Scripting to the rescue! As with most things scripting there are a few different ways to achieve the same result. Bhargav has a script on his blog to determine the build version information using remote registry and also Get-Content.
As an alternative, if you have WinRM Remoting enabled you can then use the Invoke-Command cmdlet to remotely access servers if they have the necessary build of WinRM, PowerShell and .Net Framework. Exchange 2010 servers already have the necessary components installed as the underlying prerequisites to install Exchange 2010 include NET Framework 3.51, PowerShell 2.0 and Windows Remote Management (WinRM) 2.0. These prerequisites can be installed easily by Exchange 2010 setup, using a feature introduced by Exchange 2010 SP1.
Note that the Invoke-Command is a single line that may be displayed on multiple lines due to word wrapping.
One other thing that is good to discuss is a detail around ForEach and ForEach-Object. Be sure to avoid confusing the ForEach keyword with the ForEach-Object cmdlet. If that is done then the above code will fail to run and you will get this error:
Note that it did say *IF* you have WinRM Remoting enabled above. If this is not the case then you will likely see this lovely error which will no doubt brighten up your day!
Connecting to remote server failed with the following error message : The WinRM client cannot complete the operation within the time specified. Check if the machine name is valid and is reachable over the network and fire wall exception for Windows Remote Management service is enabled. For more information, see the about_Remote_Troubleshooting Help topic.
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If there is currently no listener, then use Enable-PSRemoting or the winrm quickconfig command.
Note that in WinRM 2.0 and newer the listener is created on port 5985 TCP for HTTP and HTTPS is port 5986 TCP. To Configure WINRM for HTTPS the winrm command can changed to:
Chances are that you don’t fancy logging on to each server and running Enable-PSRemoting. If that does excite you, then you need help! For the others who want to save time and ensure a consistent management strategy is applied to all of their servers then we can enable and configure PowerShell remoting using Group Policy.
Leaving on a happy thought, this issue is resolved in Exchange 2013. When Cumulative Updates (CUs) are installed on an Exchange 2013 server the version information displayed will be updated to reflect the update.
The Exchange 2013 build numbers are also documented on the TechNet wiki.
Help About in Exchange Management Console might not be too reliable either.
A client server shows version 14.02.0387.000 which would be somewhere between SP2 RU 7 and SP2 RU 8.
Command shell method reports correct build #.
Very useful. but i have question about the version dan rollup.
I have check on my server and it shows version..14.02.0247.005.
Is it possible to use the command "GCM Exsetup.exe | % {$_.FileVersionInfo}" to show only the product version number rather than all 3 columns? I know I can add | ft -hidetableheaders to remove the headers which helps but would like to only output the version number once without the path… TIA | https://blogs.technet.microsoft.com/rmilne/2013/10/29/how-to-check-exchange-rollup-version/ |
We are now ready to begin the implementation of our cell-level encryption, based on our previous requirements. This involves two basic steps:
Implementing and testing the chosen key hierarchy.
Modifying the schema to store the encrypted data.
Listing 2. Creating the Database Master Key.
The requirement of defining the ENCRYPTIONBYPASSWORD argument might be a bit confusing since our intent, based upon requirement 4, is to protect the database master key with the service master key, instead of a password. Creating the database master key, as shown in Listing 2, not only protects the database master key with a password; but also automatically adds the additional protection by the service master key. The use of either key encryption method is valid for opening the database master key.
If we execute a query against the sys.key_encryptions catalog view, for the #MS_DatabaseMasterKey# key, as shown in Listing 3, we see that ENCRYPTIONBYMASTERKEY is returned, which is in reference to the service master key.
Listing 3. Confirming protection of the database master key by the service master key.
The next step is to create a self-signed certificate that is protected by the database master key of our HomeLending database. All certificates created within SQL Server, as opposed to being imported, are self-signed. This associates the certificate to the database.
Certificates are created using the CREATECERTIFICATE method. The arguments of this method include:
Certificate_Name, the name of the certificate in the database and the means by which we will reference this certificate in our stored procedures.
WITH SUBJECT, used to provide a descriptive reference to the certificate, for informational purposes.
Since this certificate will be used to protect the symmetric keys that encrypt and decrypt the data that has the sensitivity classification of "High", we will name this certificate MyHighCert, as shown in Listing 4.
Listing 4. Creating the MyHighCert self-signed certificate.
An optional argument when creating a certificate is ENCRYPTION BY PASSWORD. This argument defines a password protection method of the certificate's private key. In our creation of the certificate we have chosen to not include this argument; by doing so we are specifying that the certificate is to be protected by the database master key.
The final key in our hierarchy is the symmetric key that will be used to encrypt the sensitive data. The choice of a symmetric key is based upon requirement 3, which is derived from our need for efficiency and strength. The symmetric key is created through the execution of the CREATESYMMETRICKEY method.
The arguments to this method include:
Key_name, the unique name of the key, in the database, and the means by which we reference this key in our views and stored procedures.
WITH ALGORITHM, which defines the algorithm used that directly affects the strength of the key.
ENCRYPTION BY, which defines the protection method of the key. The key used in the ENCRYPTIONBY argument can be a certificate, another symmetric key, asymmetric key or a password. We will use our MyHighCert certificate to achieve the seamless functionality that we are expecting.
Since this key will be used to protect data with the sensitivity classification of "High", we will name it HighSymKey1. Since requirement 3 requires a key length of 128 bits and the use of the AES algorithm, we use AES_128 for the WITH ALGORITHM argument, as shown in Listing 5.
Now that our encryption key hierarchy has been created, we need to verify that it is effective. The native functionality of the sys.symmetric_keys catalog view reveals the symmetric keys to which a user either has VIEW DEFINITION permissions directly granted, or has permission to access through membership of a database role that has been granted VIEW DEFINITION permissions.
Through the use of EXECUTEASUSER, we can impersonate another user within the database. The use of REVERT terminates the impersonation and returns us to our original user account. For our verification, we are selecting a user that is a member of the Sensitive_high database role, a user that is a member of the Sensitive_medium database role and a user that is a member of the Sensitive_low database role.
Listing 7. Validating the access to key hierarchy.
Successful validation is confirmed by the fact that only the user that is a member of the Sensitive_high database role will return a row that reflects the metadata of our HighSymKey1 symmetric key.
Figure 1. Results of key hierarchy access validation.
Required Schema Modifications
The binary data type stores the numeric representation of a value based upon a fixed length, which is set when the data type is used. For example, use of a binary data type with the fixed length of five would store the value of "0x4100000000" for the character of "A".
The varbinary data type stores the same numeric representation; but with a variable length. For example, the value of "A" is stored with the value of "0x41" while "ABC" is stored as "0x414243". The binary and varbinary data types both have a maximum length of 8,000 characters.
Cell-level encryption requires the encrypted value to be stored in a column that is the data type of varbinary since the encryption methods of EncryptByAsymKey, EncryptByCert, EncryptByKey and EncryptByPassphrase returns their cipher text in varbinary.
Creating the Encrypted Column
In our review of our Borrower_Identification table, the column that contains the sensitivity classification of "High" is the Identification_Value column. Currently, this information is being stored in plain text using the varchar data type. In order to implement cell-level encryption, based on our previously-established key hierarchy, we will need to create a column in our table that will capture the encrypted value as a varbinary data type. Listing 8 shows how to accomplish this using the ALTERTABLE method.
Listing 8. Adding a column to store varbinary data.
Since the column by the name of Identification_Value already exists, we chose to name this new column Identification_Value_E, with the " E " representing the fact that the column is encrypted. At a later point in this process we will drop the Identification_Value column, since we do not want to maintain storage of our sensitive data in plain text.
The NULL constraint to the column definition states that the column can accept the value of NULL. It is not our intention to allow NULL values in the column once cell-level encryption is in place; but since we will be adding this column to existing rows, we will temporarily permit the value of NULL to prevent an error when creating the column.
It is important to note that the ALTERTABLE method should be executed when the database is not in use by other users. The ALTERTABLE method implements a lock on the table during its processing. Large volumes of rows in a table that is being altered will result in a lengthy execution time and could result in lock contention, deadlocks and overall poor performance for other transactions that are attempting to access the table.
Populating the Encrypted Column
Now that we have added our new Identification_Value_E column, we need to populate the column with the encrypted values, based upon the plain text in the original Identification_Value column and the symmetric key HighSymKey1.
The script shown in Listing 9 opens the HighSymKey1 symmetric key, allowing us to perform the encryption functions, and then updates the Identification_Value_E column in the Borrower_Identification table with the encrypted value, using the EncryptByKey method. An example of the syntax for this method is as follows:
Key_GUID: A reference to the symmetric key that is used for encryption. The Key_GUID system function is used to return the GUID value of the key based upon its name. This GUID value is used by this method to locate the symmetric key.
Clear_Text: The plain text value that we wish to encrypt. Since we are updating based upon the contents of the table, we supply the reference to the Identification_Value column.
Add_Authenticator: A value indicating whether or not we want to use an authenticator with the encryption. The value of "1" indicates that it is to be used, while the value of "0", or the absence of this argument, indicates that it is not to be used.
Authenticator: The value that is used for the authenticator.
An authenticator is a value that is hashed and appended to the plain text prior to encryption. This increases the strength of the resulting encrypted value since decryption requires the passing of the authenticator, if used. In the case of our sample database we will use the Borrower_ID column value as our authenticator, since it is a value that will not change for the row and identifies the borrower that the Borrower_Identification column references.
Listing 9. Encrypting the data for the Identification_Value_E column.
Note that if an authenticator is used and the value on which the authenticator is dependent changes, the result will be a failed decryption attempt.
Through the successful execution of the script in Listing 9, the plain text values that are stored in the Identification_Value column will have been encrypted and stored in the Identification_Value_E column. The next step in this process is to remove the plain text values, stored in the Identification_Value column, from the table. We can do this using the ALTER TABLE method and the DROP COLUMN argument, as shown in Listing 10.
Listing 10. Dropping the plain text Identification_Value column.
One final step is to apply the extended property that reflects the sensitivity classification of the Identification_Value_E column, which is "High". This is accomplished through the execution of the sp_addextendedproperty system stored procedure, as demonstrated in Listing 11. | http://mscerts.wmlcloud.com/sql_server/Protecting%20SQL%20Server%20Data%20%20%20Implementing%20Cell-Level%20Encryption.aspx |
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LummaC2 v4.0, an advanced malware, steals data and evades detection by employing trigonometry to distinguish human users from automated analysis tools.
Security assessment platform provider Outpost24’s threat intelligence team KrakenLabs has uncovered a new technique that malware developers are using to evade detection in sandbox environments.
This technique involves using trigonometry to analyze cursor movements and detect human behaviour, thus enabling the malware to distinguish between real users and automated analysis tools.
In the company’s blog post, researchers noted that an information stealer, LummaC2 v4.0, uses this new anti-sandbox technique to avoid detonation if it doesn’t detect human mouse activity.
LummaC2 v4.0 is written in C language. This infostealer has undergone significant updates since it was released in December 2022, including the implementation of Control Flow Flattening obfuscation (which makes code difficult to understand/analyze), strings encryption using XOR instead of adding junk strings (to make it harder to reverse engineer the malware or understand its functionality), and the anti-sandbox technique (that delays the malware’s execution until detecting mouse activity).
LummaC2 v4.0 also supports dynamic configuration files extracted from its C2 server to receive instructions on adapting to different situations. It uses a crypter for all builds, which adds a new layer of protection to the malware. These changes indicate that malware developers are focusing on evading detection and analysis.
A 2022 post by LummaC2 author (Image credit: Outpost24)
Researchers identified that LummaC2 v4.0 stealer uses trigonometry to assess cursor movements to detect human behaviour before activation. This is a novel anti-sandbox technique in which the malware captures the cursor’s initial position using the GetCursorPos() function and waits for 300 milliseconds to check for cursor movements.
If the position changes, the malware captures five additional positions with a delay of 50 milliseconds between each capture. It then ensures that each captured position is different from its preceding one.
This prevents the malware from activating itself in sandbox environments as these mimic static cursor positions. Trigonometric calculations allow the malware to analyze the captured cursor positions and detect patterns of human behaviour, etc.
Moreover, the threat actor selling LummaC2 v4.0 discourages distributing unaltered malware samples to maintain control over its usage and avoid widespread detection.
Anti-analysis techniques have become a persistent threat to cybersecurity, and this novel anti-sandbox technique poses a significant challenge for security analysis tools because it targets the limitations of automated mouse emulation.
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Apple lawyers: ‘The government’s motivations are understandable, but its methods ... are contrary to the rule of law, the democratic process, and the rights of the American people’. Photograph: Steven Senne/AP
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Apple’s lawyers tried to lower the temperature in the company’s fight with the US government on Tuesday, telling a federal judge that America’s Justice Department is well-meaning but wrong in its privacy standoff with the iPhone maker.
The 26-page legal filing is either side’s last argument before they face each other in a California court on 22 March over whether the government can order Apple to weaken the security settings on one of its ubiquitous phones linked to the San Bernardino shooting last December.
The past month has seen Apple, the FBI and allies on both sides sling insults and innuendos at each other in what appeared to be a fast-escalating war of words.
On Tuesday, Apple tried a different approach.
“The government’s motivations are understandable, but its methods for achieving its objectives are contrary to the rule of law, the democratic process, and the rights of the American people,” Apple’s lawyers wrote. “This case arises in a difficult context after a terrible tragedy. But it is in just such highly-charged and emotional cases that the courts must zealously guard civil liberties and the rule of law and reject government overreaching.”
Whether such rhetoric will convince the federal magistrate judge, Sheri Pym, a former US prosector, and the American public, which is split on the privacy debate, remains to be seen. But Apple also is signaling that even if it loses the first round it is preparing for a lengthy appeals process that will involve high-minded discussions about privacy and law enforcement in the digital age.
Also on Tuesday, the Justice Department responded that Apple, the US stock market’s most valuable company, was trying to usurp power from government. “The Constitution and the laws of the United States do not vest that power in a single corporation,” it said in a written statement.
After a month of testing out various legal theories, Apple and the government appear to have settled on what will be the main question of the case. Does a vague law from 1789 – the so-called All Writs Act – give courts authority to make tech companies remake their products in times of duress?
The government insists the answer is “Yes”.
Apple emphatically disputed that in Tuesday’s submission, insisting the statute gives courts broad authority to make sure lawful orders are carried out. However, Apple argues it does not give courts authority to make law where Congress and the White House have decided not to do so.
Apple lawyers cited news articles, including one published in the Guardian, showing that officials within the Obama administration and on Capitol Hill are at odds over how much technology companies should be required to weaken security settings to help law enforcement. Apple argues the FBI is frustrated by Washington gridlock and is effectively seeking to make the law it wants through the courts.
“The Justice Department and FBI are seeking an order from this Court that would force Apple to create exactly the kind of operating system that Congress has thus far refused to require,” Apple’s lawyers wrote.
For a publicly traded company such as Apple, cases like these are just as much about consumer perception as legal merits. Mindful of that, Apple tried to dispel one of the more pointed arguments from the government: that it is marketing its products as “warrant-proof”.
To that end, a footnote in Apple’s filing said that of the 1,793 ads its placed since it introduced expanded iPhone encryption by default in the fall of 2014, not one has said or suggested the phones will thwart police.
Still, Apple does state on the privacy section of its public website that some of its products are off limits to authorities, apparently aware that could give its products an edge over competitors.
“Apple has no way to decrypt iMessage and FaceTime data when it’s in transit between devices,” Apple states on its website. “So unlike other companies’ messaging services, Apple doesn’t scan your communications, and we wouldn’t be able to comply with a wiretap order even if we wanted to.” | https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2016/mar/15/apple-v-fbi-encryption-privacy-fight-legal-filing |
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