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fromTheregister
4 days ago

I was a part-time DBA - until a fabulous failover foul-up

Always read and follow database command options to avoid unintended operations that can disrupt replication and production systems.
fromTechRadar
4 days ago

A spy among us: rethinking cybersecurity in a hybrid world

In today's work-anywhere culture, people are more connected than ever. As work becomes more mobile and meetings more virtual, one form of cyber threat is quietly becoming more common: audio surveillance. Cybersecurity now extends far beyond protecting email accounts and stored files. In a hybrid working environment, where conversations happen over video conferencing, voice messages and shared screens, it's not only your data that is at risk. The conversation itself can become a target.
Information security
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 week ago

Hidden Vulnerabilities of Project Management Tools & How FluentPro Backup Secures Them

Relying solely on project management platforms' built-in backups exposes organizations to human error, cyberattacks, and costly data breaches; implement cloud backup and recovery.
Information security
fromIT Pro
2 weeks ago

Employee distraction is now your biggest cybersecurity risk

Distracted and undertrained staff, not sophisticated threats, cause the majority of cyber incidents, with phishing as the primary attack vector.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Why do air disasters keep happening in African skies? DW 08/18/2025

Africa's aviation industry is facing serious safety concerns due to human error, regulatory failures, and inadequate training.
Cars
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

No, Washington Post, Driver's Ed Isn't The 'Main Cause' of Our Road Violence Crisis - Streetsblog USA

Driver training alone may not address the systemic issues contributing to traffic fatalities.
#cybersecurity
fromIT Pro
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

M&S aims for full online restoration within four weeks following major cyber attack

Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
3 months ago

Better Together: How MFA and Strong Password Practices Can Help Bolster Security

Relying solely on MFA is inadequate against sophisticated cyber threats, highlighting the importance of understanding and addressing human vulnerabilities.
fromIT Pro
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

M&S aims for full online restoration within four weeks following major cyber attack

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#wimbledon
Digital life
fromTNW | Deep-Tech
1 month ago

British-built Hawk-Eye software goes dark during Wimbledon match

Hawk-Eye's automated line-calling system malfunctioned during a match, leading to a controversial missed call and player frustration.
Cryptocurrency
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Pacific Island States Call for Unified Cybersecurity Protocols and Digital Sovereignty | HackerNoon

Prioritize the human aspect in cybersecurity as it remains a critical vulnerability in digital financial inclusion efforts.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
3 months ago

Identity Security Has an Automation Problem-And It's Bigger Than You Think

Identity security is compromised by human error, with less than 4% of organizations fully automating identity workflows.
Automation gaps in identity security lead to vulnerabilities, as human reliance increases the risk of breaches.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Signs of human error grow in failure to evacuate Altadena during fire. But who is to blame?

Delayed evacuation alerts in west Altadena during the firestorm resulted from potential human error, causing tragic consequences for residents.
fromTheregister
3 months ago

Human error and power glitches to blame for most outages

Datacenter outages are less frequent but human error persists, with 66-80% of major outages linked to human factors, challenging overall reliability.
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