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On Jul 12, 2021
RiskIQ is a cloud-based threat intelligence and attack surface management vendor best known for its PassiveTotal product. https://t.co/Q9GWTMBeCx
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Microsoft aims to expand cloud security by acquiring RiskIQ

Microsoft aims to expand cloud security by acquiring RiskIQ

Looking to strengthen its position in cloud security, Microsoft announced a definitive agreement to acquire RiskIQ.

@ISC2 shared
On Jul 13, 2021
6 Tips To Strengthen Your IT Security Team The quality of your IT security team is critical. These six tips will help you build your team. https://t.co/RaqVYxC3mT via @TechGenix #CISSP https://t.co/4gQQs2Irkp
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6 tips to strengthen your IT security team

6 tips to strengthen your IT security team

When an organization strengthens its IT security team, it minimizes disruption after an attack while keeping data loss at a minimum.

@hackerfantastic shared
On Jul 14, 2021
RT @campuscodi: NEW: The Chinese government has published new regulation on Tuesday laying out stricter rules for vulnerability disclosure procedures inside the country’s borders (1/n) https://t.co/ket4pafvOC https://t.co/e12hjtZAaW
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Chinese government lays out new vulnerability disclosure rules

Chinese government lays out new vulnerability disclosure rules

The Chinese government has published new regulation on Tuesday laying out stricter rules for vulnerability disclosure procedures inside the country's borders.

@ISC2 shared
On Jul 12, 2021
For Government Tech Workers, Certification Pays Off in Higher Salaries #CISSP included in the Top 10 IT certifications by compensation for cleared and certified professionals. https://t.co/ae3RXAv7iz @Nextgov
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For Government Tech Workers, Certification Pays Off in Higher Salaries

For Government Tech Workers, Certification Pays Off in Higher Salaries

This chart shows the average compensation for the top 10 IT certifications for cleared and certified professionals today.

@securityweekly shared
On Jul 14, 2021
RT @SecWeekly: Our industry changes rapidly, learn how CISOs can best advise other business leaders through these changes. Tune in to this week’s Business Security Weekly to learn more about CISO Wishes & Initiatives: https://t.co/ZsHg16mskz @maldermania @securityweekly @Jay_Albuquerque https://t.co/R56r9uH60E
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Business Security Weekly Episode #223 – July 12, 2021 Subscribe to all of our shows and mailing list by visiting: https://securityweekly.com/subscribe 1. Can XDR Solve Ransomware? ...

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On Jul 12, 2021
Have you received an SMS regarding a lost parcel you did not order? It's a scam. Here are the biggest threats Android users should steer clear of to stay safe. https://t.co/fTDpMrl1lP
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Three Biggest Threats Android User Face Every Day

Three Biggest Threats Android User Face Every Day

A long time ago, phones were just phones and little else. While modern devices retain this particular function, modern descendants are anything but talking devices. They have become ...

@tonymorbin shared
On Jul 14, 2021
Some security experts are questioning the findings of a recent report by the International Institute for Strategic Studies, a London-based think tank, that concludes China is 10 years behind the United States in "cyber capacity." #cybersecurity https://t.co/ARTi0eW3WE
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Is China's 'Cyber Capacity' Really 10 Years Behind the US?

Is China's 'Cyber Capacity' Really 10 Years Behind the US?

Some security experts are questioning the findings of a recent report by the International Institute for Strategic Studies, a London-based think tank, that

@SCMagazine shared
On Jul 14, 2021
The company’s investigation determined that Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, passport numbers and/or financial account numbers may have been accessed or acquired. https://t.co/ZvrMaisLU4
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Fashion brand Guess hacked, DarkSide ransomware group the likely culprit

Fashion brand Guess hacked, DarkSide ransomware group the likely culprit

Following news that Guess suffered a data breach, security experts said retailers should use this motivation to lock down cyber defenses.