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@suffert shared
On Mar 18, 2022
https://t.co/PnOo3eh0xV Exposing initial access broker with ties to Conti
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Exposing initial access broker with ties to Conti

Exposing initial access broker with ties to Conti

Threat Analysis Group (TAG) observed a financially motivated threat actor we refer to as EXOTIC LILY, exploiting a 0day in Microsoft MSHTML (CVE-2021-40444). Investigating this group's ...

@gcluley shared
On Mar 17, 2022
Should you still use Kaspersky anti-virus? We discuss on a brand new episode of the "Smashing Security" podcast: "Dick pics, secret spies, and Kaspersky" https://t.co/3eEeuF3ZjI https://t.co/MAVkobc4Tg
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Smashing Security podcast #266: Dick pics, secret spies, and Kaspersky

Smashing Security podcast #266: Dick pics, secret spies, and Kaspersky

Germany tells consumers to stop using Kaspersky anti-virus products, OSINT reveals a secret government department (with help from an Apple AirTag), and the UK says it's taking a hard line ...

@msftsecurity shared
On Mar 15, 2022
Gen Z brings valuable insights into the cybersecurity conversation. Our Security CVP @ajohnsocyber and Lauren Buitta of @GirlSecurity_ share how: https://t.co/M4hV6fC3R2 #CyberSecurity #WomensHistoryMonth
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What Generation Z can teach us about cybersecurity

What Generation Z can teach us about cybersecurity

Girl Security National Security Fellowship participants share Generation Z perspectives on privacy and other cybersecurity issues that can help inform the industry.

@securityweekly shared
On Mar 17, 2022
RT @SecWeekly: Last night on Paul’s Security Weekly: G Mark Hardy joins us to discuss From Hacker Jeopardy to CISO Tradecraft! Then, we welcome Lawrence Nunn and Ricky Tan to discuss Making Cyber Accessible to Everyone. Catch both episodes and show notes here: https://t.co/VZ3p9BvfvG https://t.co/ZY5hZKqnCd
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psw732

psw732

Paul’s Security Weekly Episode #732 – March 16, 2022 Subscribe to all of our shows and mailing list by visiting: https://securityweekly.com/subscribe 1. From Hacker Jeopardy to CISO ...

@wbm312 shared
On Mar 14, 2022
RT @KateKayeReports: For the third time, @FTC has forced a company to destroy algorithms built with data gathered deceptively. Here's why it's a sign that algorithmic destruction is now a standard way the FTC will penalize companies. @jevanhutson @EPICprivacy @privacyforum https://t.co/u6EWXzBWJG
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The FTC’s new enforcement weapon spells death for algorithms

The FTC’s new enforcement weapon spells death for algorithms

It may have found a new standard for penalizing tech companies that violate privacy and use deceptive data practices: algorithmic destruction.

@wbm312 shared
On Mar 16, 2022
This reads as a laundry list of what *not* to do. Every paragraph has me shaking my head at the absolutely horrible practices by ⁦@cafepress⁩. FTC Takes Action Against CafePress for Data Breach Cover Up https://t.co/CDT4WHjH5o
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FTC Takes Action Against CafePress for Data Breach Cover Up

FTC Takes Action Against CafePress for Data Breach Cover Up

The Federal Trade Commission today took action against online customized merchandise platform CafePress over allegations that it failed to secure consumers’ sensitive personal data and ...

@cynicalsecurity shared
On Mar 18, 2022
A sad Swiss efficiency story… A long time ago, in a valley far far away, the Swiss decided to create a national digital ID called SuisseID which was going to be legally binding. They put together the legislation (ZertES, SR 943.03) ¹ __ ¹ https://t.co/JIToTVhNni (#PDF)
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943

943

6 para’s 1 and 2, and on a qualified certificate valid at the time of its creation; d. signature key: is understood as unique data, such as codes or private cryptographic keys …

@kjhiggins shared
On Mar 14, 2022
RT @DarkReading: Check it out: Black Hat is hiring for two positions https://t.co/1Q0U1gMUFO and: https://t.co/k6JHl92wSt
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Program Manager, Community (Remote)

Program Manager, Community (Remote)

Company Description: At Informa Tech, we believe that technology innovation is key to driving positive change in our society. We believe that digital inclusion underpins progress. And we ...