Top news of the week: 05.11.2020.

#CyberSecurity #ransomware #dataprotection #Ddos #banking #DigitalTransformation #security #MachineLearning #riskmanagement #infosec

Threats And Attacks

On Nov 5, 2020
@threatpost shared
The APT leaves crude messages, such as “KilllSomeOne,” in its attack #code strings - but also uses advanced deployment and targeting tactics. (Via @Sophos) https://t.co/PId5p9Gfim
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Mysterious APT Leaves Curious ‘KilllSomeOne’ Clue

Mysterious APT Leaves Curious ‘KilllSomeOne’ Clue

APT cloaks identity using script-kiddie messages and advanced deployment and targeting techniques.

On Nov 3, 2020
@DarkReading shared
Threat intel experts believe nation-state actors will be interested in intelligence-gathering attacks – perhaps collecting data on people who might hold key roles in the next administration, regardless of outcome. More insight on nation-states' next steps: https://t.co/b5irvSFf7i
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Why Defense, Not Offense, Will Determine Global Cyber Powers

Why Defense, Not Offense, Will Determine Global Cyber Powers

Darktrace director of strategic threat Marcus Fowlers explains what to expect from nation-state attackers in the months to come -- and why kindergarten classes are a good model for solid ...

Innovations And Trends

On Nov 1, 2020
@reach2ratan shared
IoT security: Are we finally turning the corner? https://t.co/9ANg0CJ7Mb #CyberSecurity #digital #Hackers #infosec @reach2ratan #malware #cloud #cloudsecurity #dataprotection #Privacy #infosec #informationsecurity #cloudcomputing https://t.co/tp4YquXKjg
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IoT security: Are we finally turning the corner?

IoT security: Are we finally turning the corner?

Better IoT security and data protection are long overdue. Will they go from an afterthought to everyone's priority any time soon?

On Nov 2, 2020
@stratorob shared
RT @peterxing: Disruptive Innovation, Transformative Technologies, Exponential Change and Industries of the Future https://t.co/bEomTrSElX
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Disruptive Innovation, Transformative Technologies, Exponential Change and Industries of the Future

Disruptive Innovation, Transformative Technologies, Exponential Change and Industries of the Future

It’s no surprise that technology is all encompassing and an omnipotent as a force in our lives today. Technology devices, platforms and digital media are driving digital transformation ...

Data Privacy

On Oct 30, 2020
@BrianHonan shared
RT @ICOnews: We have fined Marriott International Inc £18.4million for failing to keep customers’ personal data secure. Marriott estimated that 339 million guest records worldwide were affected. Read more about the fine: https://t.co/S99ixGrLU7 https://t.co/b2br06QfVh
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ICO fines Marriott International Inc £18.4million for failing to keep customers’ personal data secure

ICO fines Marriott International Inc £18.4million for failing to keep customers’ personal data secure

The ICO has fined Marriott International Inc £18.4million for failing to keep millions of customers’ personal data secure.

On Nov 4, 2020
@BrianHonan shared
RT @CBridge_Chief: Cork hospital fined €65k after patients' personal data found in public recycling facility > Another key action by ⁦@DPCIreland⁩. Noteable that it is not being appealed. Approx €833 per record. And remedial actions are the ones to watch!! https://t.co/rAW7sJnRRV
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Cork hospital fined €65k after patients' personal data found in public recycling facility

Cork hospital fined €65k after patients' personal data found in public recycling facility

Breach at CUMH believed to have comprised sensitive health data of patients

Startups And Investments

On Nov 1, 2020
@hackernoon shared
"Anti-Phishing Cybersecurity Product Market: An Analysis" by @mikepsecuritee https://t.co/8l5qrBEYoo #emailsecurity #phishing
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Anti-Phishing Cybersecurity Product Market: An Analysis

Anti-Phishing Cybersecurity Product Market: An Analysis

Phishing has arguably been the single most devastating cybersecurity threat to the world since its inception in 1990. Let’s take a look at this area and all the various cybersecurity ...

On Nov 2, 2020
@DrInfoSec shared
Cybersecurity threats to corporate America are present now 'more than ever,' SEC chair says. https://t.co/781lVUeKds [and when the SEC chair speaks, corporate leaders pay attention]
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Cybersecurity threats to corporate America are present now ‘more than ever,’ SEC chair says

Cybersecurity threats to corporate America are present now ‘more than ever,’ SEC chair says

"I know companies are burdened in many ways ... but this is one of those things we just can't lose sight of," said SEC Chairman Jay Clayton.

Companies And Services

On Nov 2, 2020
@CyrilCoste shared
RT @JimMarous: Banking Must Reduce AI Talent Gap for Digital Transformation Success https://t.co/UuM7sDiUzw #banking #AI #MachineLearning #DigitalTransformation #DataScience #BigData @DeepLearn007 @ipfconline1 @SpirosMargaris @MarshaCollier @sallyeaves @guzmand @Nicochan33 @TamaraMcCleary https://t.co/pImYz8mHZO
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Banking Must Reduce AI Talent Gap for Digital Transformation Success

Banking Must Reduce AI Talent Gap for Digital Transformation Success

External data and analytic capabilities can be used by banking organizations, but internal teams must be trained to deploy these insights.

On Oct 31, 2020
@hackerfantastic shared
Verdict @VerdictUK names ten of the most influential tweeps in cybersecurity on Twitter to follow from Q3 2020. https://t.co/NCVm49cDfq feat @cybersecboardrm @vishne0 @SwiftOnSecurity @hacks4pancakes @Cyb3rOps @helpnetsecurity @hackerfantastic @MalwareJake @k8em0 & @Asher_Wolf
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Biggest influencers in cybersecurity in Q3 2020: The top individuals to follow

Biggest influencers in cybersecurity in Q3 2020: The top individuals to follow

The top influencers in cybersecurity revealed based on their performance and engagement online using research from GlobalData’s Influencer platform.

Business And Industries

On Nov 2, 2020
@sbmeunier shared
Rising Ransomware Breaches Underscore #Cybersecurity Failures @roblemos #ransomware #cybersecurity #riskmanagement #infosec ➡️https://t.co/KurQOgjgIo
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Rising Ransomware Breaches Underscore Cybersecurity Failures

Rising Ransomware Breaches Underscore Cybersecurity Failures

Ransomware's continued success speaks volumes about what's at stake for businesses and people, and, perhaps, the cybersecurity industry's inability to adapt quickly enough to protect ...

On Nov 4, 2020
@CybersecuritySF shared
According to Cybersecurity Ventures @CybersecuritySF (via Cybercrime Magazine), worldwide spending on #cybersecurity is predicted to top $1 trillion in 2021, via @forbes https://t.co/jlpqA79Iyb
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CFOs Can Prove The Value Of Cybersecurity Investments: Here’s How

CFOs Can Prove The Value Of Cybersecurity Investments: Here’s How

The CFO’s office is now on the hook to both ask the right questions and provide answers that are backed by quantifiable metrics.