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Ars Technica
1 week ago
Information security

Critical vulnerabilities in BIG-IP appliances leave big networks open to intrusion

The BIG-IP Next Central Manager, extensively used for network management, faces critical vulnerabilities, exposing top corporations to potential cyber intrusion. [ more ]
Theregister
3 weeks ago
Information security

Flaws in Chinese keyboard apps expose smartphones to snoops

Chinese keyboard apps, including those from major manufacturers, pose a security risk by potentially leaking keystrokes to snoopers. [ more ]
TechRepublic
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Can VPNs Be Tracked by the Police?

VPNs help mask IP addresses to access restricted content and enhance privacy, but they are not foolproof against hacking and government surveillance. [ more ]
Ars Technica
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

$30 doorbell cameras have multiple serious security flaws, says Consumer Reports

Budget video doorbell cameras from brands like Eken and Tuck have unsettling security vulnerabilities.
Consumer Reports found that these cameras transfer sensitive data without encryption and can easily be taken over through the mobile app. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Investigation into full extent of ransomware attack on Toronto Public Library still underway | CBC News

The Toronto Public Library (TPL) is still investigating the full extent of a cyberattack in October.
The cyberattack targeted an internet-facing server, leading to data compromise and encryption. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Prolific cybercrime gang disrupted by joint UK, US and EU operation

LockBit cybercrime gang disrupted in international law enforcement operation
LockBit's ransomware activities and recruitment of criminal affiliates [ more ]
Theregister
3 months ago
Privacy professionals

Free Rhysida ransomware recovery tool published

Researchers have discovered a vulnerability in the random number generator used by the Rhysida ransomware, allowing them to decrypt victims' data.
A free recovery tool has been released by the Korea Internet and Security Agency (KISA) to help victims of the Rhysida ransomware. [ more ]
Amazic
1 month ago
DevOps

Mastering Kubernetes Storage: 10 Best Practices for Security and Efficiency - Amazic

Efficient storage management is crucial for Kubernetes clusters' dependability, security, and operational continuity. [ more ]
Iapp
3 months ago
Business intelligence

CNIL releases cloud computing practical sheets

France's data protection authority, the CNIL, has published practical sheets on data encryption and security in cloud computing.
The practical sheets analyze data encryption methods, including end-to-end encryption, and emphasize the importance of securing data in the cloud. [ more ]
Databreaches
4 months ago
Privacy technologies

US retail mortgage lender LoanDepot struggles with cyberattack

LoanDepot, a U.S. retail mortgage lender, is grappling with a cyberattack that impacted its loan processing and phone service.
The company has not confirmed whether it was a ransomware attack, but it appears to be based on the information provided. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
5 months ago
Digital life

Digital privacy had some big wins in 2023 thanks to Apple, Google, and Meta

Apple has been a leader in consumer privacy, introducing new privacy features like Advanced Data Protection.
Google has been making privacy-focused updates to its services, such as changes to Google Maps' handling of location history. [ more ]
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