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@winklhawk shared
On Sep 7, 2021
This is the perfect ransomware victim, according to cybercriminals #cybersecurity #feedly https://t.co/Xv5hpaq9L7
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This is the perfect ransomware victim, according to cybercriminals

This is the perfect ransomware victim, according to cybercriminals

An investigation into what ransomware groups want has painted the picture of the perfect target.

@TAKellermann shared
On Sep 8, 2021
RT @BleepinComputer: Microsoft shares temp fix for ongoing Office 365 zero-day attacks - @Ionut_Ilascu https://t.co/4RnXqc3BeU
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Microsoft shares temp fix for ongoing Office 365 zero-day attacks

Microsoft shares temp fix for ongoing Office 365 zero-day attacks

Microsoft today shared mitigation for a remote code execution vulnerability in Windows that is being exploited in targeted attacks against Office 365 and Office 2019 on Windows 10.

@runasand shared
On Sep 7, 2021
I had a great time discussing attribution, collaboration, disclosure, and more with @CurlyCyber, @JusticeRage and @jeffespo. Check out the podcast episode here.👇 https://t.co/LyrCFTv70r
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Podcast: Ethics in cybersecurity

Podcast: Ethics in cybersecurity

The ethics of cybersecurity, from ethical disclosure to the hoarding of zero-day exploits, and more.

@SCMagazine shared
On Sep 9, 2021
PERSPECTIVES: With the global corporate minimum tax challenge on course for reform, the new question for global leaders becomes: Why can’t we do something very similar for cybersecurity? https://t.co/o3K6BroZlz
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Much like corporate tax rates, cybersecurity needs a minimum global standard

Much like corporate tax rates, cybersecurity needs a minimum global standard

Cybersecurity needs a global standard much like the minimum corporate tax rate.

@wbm312 shared
On Sep 8, 2021
RT @Riana_Crypto: My latest piece for @BrookingsInst #TechStream is up, about the continued need for #CFAA (and #DMCA) reform even after Van Buren: https://t.co/57dKYtLnBR
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America’s anti-hacking laws pose a risk to national security

America’s anti-hacking laws pose a risk to national security

U.S. anti-hacking laws present a threat to national security, as they are failing to prevent breaches and discouraging white-hat hackers from doing beneficial security research.

@winklhawk shared
On Sep 4, 2021
In space, no one can hear cyber security professionals scream #cybersecurity #feedly https://t.co/8fa797jA2L
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In space, no one can hear cyber security professionals scream

In space, no one can hear cyber security professionals scream

Miscreants hacking vulnerable orbital hardware could set living standards back by decades in seconds

@threatintel shared
On Sep 6, 2021
Flaws discovered in Moxa devices used in critical infrastructure https://t.co/6G9vJoVHYZ
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Moxa Devices Prone to Vulnerabilities Affecting Railways

Moxa Devices Prone to Vulnerabilities Affecting Railways

SEC Consult reportedly found multiple vulnerabilities in Moxa devices used in critical infrastructures including railways, manufacturing, cellular and heavy

@WeldPond shared
On Sep 4, 2021
99% increase in cybersecurity incidents (to 150) in 2019 and a 94% increase since 2016. With more communication methods being built into new vehicles, including massive over-the-air update technologies, this trend is unlikely to reverse any time soon. https://t.co/6PGXonvgMi
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Car Hacking Danger Is Likely Closer Than You Think

Car Hacking Danger Is Likely Closer Than You Think

A Detroit Free Press report shows there were 150 automotive cybersecurity incidents in 2019 alone.