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@LarryVNN shared
On Jan 2, 2021
RT @nicoleperlroth: New deep dive with @SangerNYT on the SolarWinds hack found its 5-6X broader than initially believed with ~250 victims (MSFT tallied 40 initially). -The backdoored Orion software was built/maintained in Eastern Europe. -Concern another major vector used. https://t.co/Di6IICPWIN
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As Understanding of Russian Hacking Grows, So Does Alarm

As Understanding of Russian Hacking Grows, So Does Alarm

Those behind the widespread intrusion into government and corporate networks exploited seams in U.S. defenses and gave away nothing to American monitoring of their systems.

@DrInfoSec shared
On Jan 4, 2021
SolarWinds was warned about potential cyber attack, cost-saving move to Europe may have exposed firm. https://t.co/sVsDZQXyeM [this is not looking good]
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SolarWinds cybersecurity expert warned management in 2017 about risk of 'catastrophic' breach - as it's revealed cost-saving move to Eastern Europe could have exposed firm to major Russian hack

SolarWinds cybersecurity expert warned management in 2017 about risk of 'catastrophic' breach - as it's revealed cost-saving move to Eastern Europe could have exposed firm to major Russian hack

SolarWinds cybersecurity expert Ian Thornton-Trump warned the company to improve its internal security to prevent a 'catastrophic' episode in 2017.

@hackernoon shared
On Jan 2, 2021
"A Data-Backed Look At the Post-Coronavirus Cybersecurity Landscape" by @andrejtl https://t.co/sFdtJpWXe2 #coronavirus #cybersecurity
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A Data-Backed Look At the Post-Coronavirus Cybersecurity Landscape

A Data-Backed Look At the Post-Coronavirus Cybersecurity Landscape

Not so long ago, the buzz in cybersecurity circles was all about COVID-19 and how malicious actors were exploiting the panic via a wave of targeted phishing attempts. Well, much to ...

@hackernoon shared
On Jan 2, 2021
"The Gist of NIST: Password Recommendations to Remember" by @EnzoicSecurity https://t.co/J19dRFpYbT #nist #passwordsecurity
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The Gist of NIST: Password Recommendations to Remember

The Gist of NIST: Password Recommendations to Remember

NIST Guidelines have changed over the years so it is important to keep up with the changes. Password recommendations, such as eliminating special character use.

@hackernoon shared
On Jan 6, 2021
"Cybercriminals Target SMEs and Large Companies Alike" by @WPOven https://t.co/EIeipKNZJH #cybersecurity #cybercrime
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Cybercriminals Target SMEs and Large Companies Alike

Cybercriminals Target SMEs and Large Companies Alike

About the operation of SMEs, there are many misconceptions, especially in the field of cyber-security, but a study by Cisco has shown that they share a lot with large companies in the world.

@hackernoon shared
On Jan 2, 2021
"An Introductory Guide to Hacking NETBIOS" by @4ditiBhatnagar https://t.co/CHE1qOpi5F #ethicalhacking #mapyourhomenetworks
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An Introductory Guide to Hacking NETBIOS

An Introductory Guide to Hacking NETBIOS

When a hacker spots a system with open ports supporting NetBios, the hopes go high! Let's start by understanding the the nitty-gritty of NETBIOS.

@insurtechforum shared
On Jan 4, 2021
RT @SpirosMargaris: 'Peak hype': why the #driverlesscar revolution has #stalled https://t.co/k7nJJWnjmY #fintech #insurtech #insurance @GwynTopham @guardian @JeroenBartelse @nigelwalsh @floriansemle @insurtechforum @insurtechtalk @andi_staub @SabineVdL @stratorob @FGraillot @TunstallAsc https://t.co/uPDpJAHVUP
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'Peak hype': why the driverless car revolution has stalled

'Peak hype': why the driverless car revolution has stalled

As Uber parks its plans for robotaxis, experts admit the autonomous vehicle challenge is bigger than anticipated

@hackernoon shared
On Jan 5, 2021
"Symmetric vs Asymmetric Encryption: A Guide for Non-Techies" https://t.co/4ms4VgUWze #asymmetricvssymmetric #whatissymmetricencryption
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Symmetric vs Asymmetric Encryption: A Guide for Non-Techies

Symmetric vs Asymmetric Encryption: A Guide for Non-Techies

If you find understanding or explaining the differences between asymmetric and symmetric encryption daunting, then take a relaxing breath — we’ll break it all down into layman’s terms