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Opinion | Here Are the Digital Clues to What Musk Is Really Up To

Elon Musk's approach to governance resembles an engineer exploiting systemic vulnerabilities rather than a political strategy.

The integration of digital systems increases insider threat risks due to unrestricted access granted to a few individuals.

How You're Compromising Your Company's Cybersecurity Without Realizing It | HackerNoon

Understanding everyday habits that compromise cybersecurity is essential for protecting both personal and company information.

CISOs spending more on insider risk | Computer Weekly

CISOs are increasing budget allocations for insider risk management, indicating a significant industry response to escalating threats.

Why you should always be wary of insider threats: A disgruntled employee at a US industrial firm deleted backups and locked IT admins out of workstations in a failed data extortion attempt

Disgruntled employees can exploit insider knowledge, leading to potential cyber extortion and operational disruption.

CrowdStrike 2024 report exposes North Korea's covert workforce in U.S. tech firms

North Korean attackers are infiltrating U.S. companies as remote I.T. workers, posing significant insider threats to national security.

The Escalating Challenge of Insider Threats

Insider threats account for nearly 60% of data breaches, emphasizing the need for stronger internal security.

Opinion | Here Are the Digital Clues to What Musk Is Really Up To

Elon Musk's approach to governance resembles an engineer exploiting systemic vulnerabilities rather than a political strategy.

The integration of digital systems increases insider threat risks due to unrestricted access granted to a few individuals.

How You're Compromising Your Company's Cybersecurity Without Realizing It | HackerNoon

Understanding everyday habits that compromise cybersecurity is essential for protecting both personal and company information.

CISOs spending more on insider risk | Computer Weekly

CISOs are increasing budget allocations for insider risk management, indicating a significant industry response to escalating threats.

Why you should always be wary of insider threats: A disgruntled employee at a US industrial firm deleted backups and locked IT admins out of workstations in a failed data extortion attempt

Disgruntled employees can exploit insider knowledge, leading to potential cyber extortion and operational disruption.

CrowdStrike 2024 report exposes North Korea's covert workforce in U.S. tech firms

North Korean attackers are infiltrating U.S. companies as remote I.T. workers, posing significant insider threats to national security.

The Escalating Challenge of Insider Threats

Insider threats account for nearly 60% of data breaches, emphasizing the need for stronger internal security.

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Global HR firm Rippling to report Dublin 'mole' and alleged international spymasters to gardai

Keith O'Brien was exposed for corporate espionage, receiving €5,500 monthly to leak trade secrets.

Sound Engineer for Eminem Stole and Sold His Songs for Bitcoin, U.S. Says

A former sound engineer for Eminem was charged with leaking and selling unreleased music for $50,000 in Bitcoin.

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Manage external and internal threats to commercial spaces

A comprehensive approach, combining risk assessments and technology, is vital for securing commercial buildings against various threats.

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Insider Threats: The Overlooked Risks of Departing Employees and Sensitive Data Theft

Insider threats pose significant risks, particularly when departing employees take sensitive data, impacting organizations severely.

Suspicious Minds: Insider Threats in The SaaS World

Insider threats are a significant concern in SaaS security, with 26% of incidents caused by insiders. Identifying and mitigating these threats is crucial for protecting company data.

Insider Threats: The Overlooked Risks of Departing Employees and Sensitive Data Theft

Insider threats pose significant risks, particularly when departing employees take sensitive data, impacting organizations severely.

Suspicious Minds: Insider Threats in The SaaS World

Insider threats are a significant concern in SaaS security, with 26% of incidents caused by insiders. Identifying and mitigating these threats is crucial for protecting company data.

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Rank-and-file bank workers sell client data to online scammers: report

Bank insiders sell client data, increasing risk of fraud.

Insider access is a significant vulnerability in banking security.

Growing trend of elder fraud linked to insider breaches.

Council Post: An Enemy Hiding In Plain Sight: Tackling Insider Threats

Businesses must be vigilant about both external and internal risks, especially hidden insider threats that can be more damaging than anticipated.

Man accused of hilariously bad opsec as alleged cybercrime spree detailed

Not all insider threats are sophisticated; some stem from basic operational security negligence.

Trump Pentagon pick had been flagged by fellow service member as possible Insider Threat'

Hegseth's nomination raises alarms about military extremism, given his potential insider threat status due to a controversial tattoo.

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Why you should always offboard outgoing staff: A disgruntled ex-Disney employee targeted former colleagues with DDoS attacks and hacked its menu system to change peanut allergen information

A former Disney employee has been charged with cyber crimes, including endangering diners by manipulating allergen information on menus.

OpenAI is hiring someone to investigate its own employees

OpenAI is proactively addressing internal security threats amid concerns about AI misuse and state-affiliated actor interventions.

Why you should always offboard outgoing staff: A disgruntled ex-Disney employee targeted former colleagues with DDoS attacks and hacked its menu system to change peanut allergen information

A former Disney employee has been charged with cyber crimes, including endangering diners by manipulating allergen information on menus.

OpenAI is hiring someone to investigate its own employees

OpenAI is proactively addressing internal security threats amid concerns about AI misuse and state-affiliated actor interventions.

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US Intel Says Insider Threats Are 'Likely' During the Election

Insider threats pose significant risks to fair elections in the US, especially concerning the upcoming 2024 election.

Emerging security career challenges

Security professionals should broaden their discussions to include future challenges beyond traditional security expectations to enhance career advancement.

US security firm unwittingly hired apparent "nation-state" hacker from North Korea

Hiring a North Korean hacker showcases the risk of insider threats, emphasizing the importance of robust cybersecurity measures and vigilance.

Navigating Insider Risks: Are your Employees Enabling External Threats?

Accidental insiders, lacking awareness, can unknowingly compromise security, opening doors for external attacks.

Insider threats, including both malicious and accidental insiders, can pose significant risks to network security.

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Opinion | Here Are the Digital Clues to What Musk Is Really Up To

How You're Compromising Your Company's Cybersecurity Without Realizing It | HackerNoon

CISOs spending more on insider risk | Computer Weekly

Why you should always be wary of insider threats: A disgruntled employee at a US industrial firm deleted backups and locked IT admins out of workstations in a failed data extortion attempt

CrowdStrike 2024 report exposes North Korea's covert workforce in U.S. tech firms

The Escalating Challenge of Insider Threats

Opinion | Here Are the Digital Clues to What Musk Is Really Up To

How You're Compromising Your Company's Cybersecurity Without Realizing It | HackerNoon

CISOs spending more on insider risk | Computer Weekly

Why you should always be wary of insider threats: A disgruntled employee at a US industrial firm deleted backups and locked IT admins out of workstations in a failed data extortion attempt

CrowdStrike 2024 report exposes North Korea's covert workforce in U.S. tech firms

The Escalating Challenge of Insider Threats

Global HR firm Rippling to report Dublin 'mole' and alleged international spymasters to gardai

Sound Engineer for Eminem Stole and Sold His Songs for Bitcoin, U.S. Says

Manage external and internal threats to commercial spaces

Insider Threats: The Overlooked Risks of Departing Employees and Sensitive Data Theft

Suspicious Minds: Insider Threats in The SaaS World

Insider Threats: The Overlooked Risks of Departing Employees and Sensitive Data Theft

Suspicious Minds: Insider Threats in The SaaS World

Rank-and-file bank workers sell client data to online scammers: report

Council Post: An Enemy Hiding In Plain Sight: Tackling Insider Threats

Man accused of hilariously bad opsec as alleged cybercrime spree detailed

Trump Pentagon pick had been flagged by fellow service member as possible Insider Threat'

Why you should always offboard outgoing staff: A disgruntled ex-Disney employee targeted former colleagues with DDoS attacks and hacked its menu system to change peanut allergen information

OpenAI is hiring someone to investigate its own employees

Why you should always offboard outgoing staff: A disgruntled ex-Disney employee targeted former colleagues with DDoS attacks and hacked its menu system to change peanut allergen information

OpenAI is hiring someone to investigate its own employees

US Intel Says Insider Threats Are 'Likely' During the Election

Emerging security career challenges

US security firm unwittingly hired apparent "nation-state" hacker from North Korea

Navigating Insider Risks: Are your Employees Enabling External Threats?

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