Third-party remote access: The risks can be managed
As more businesses operate remotely, third-party remote access is becoming more common. Be aware of the risks and how to control them.
Security
Spoofed login pages growing quickly to become major cyberthreat
Spoofed login pages is not a new kind of cyberattack, but 2020 has seen a serious evolution in this social engineering method.
Ex-employee pleads guilty in Cisco network tampering case
Rogue employees intent on doing harm are tough to stop. Case-in-point: The Cisco employee whose network tampering rang up millions in costs.
University of Utah hit by ransomware attack, pays ransom
The University of Utah has become another educational institution affected by ransomware. In this case, they paid the ransom.
Chrome remote execution vulnerability uncovered by Cisco Talos
Google Chrome users should patch their browser if they have not yet done so to close a just-uncovered remote execution vulnerability.
Firefox version 80.0 released with new features, security fixes
Firefox version 80.0 is here, and it has a whole host of security fixes and new features. Here’s more on what you can expect in the new browser.
Infosec challenges and security overload syndrome: Symptoms and cure
Feeling overwhelmed by the constant challenges caused by a steady stream of infosec threats? Instead of taking a pill, try this remedy.
Former Uber security chief charged in 2016 hack cover-up
The 2016 hack of Uber has resulted in charges against the company’s former chief security officer, who is alleged to have tried to cover up the breach.
MSSPs: Why managed security service providers are crucial for SMBs
Managed security service providers were considered the preserve of the world’s largest organizations. That is changing as MSSPs for SMBs become the norm.
Emergency updates released for Windows 8.1 and Server 2012 R2
If you use Windows 8.1, RT 8.1, or Server 2012 R2, you have some patching to do. Microsoft released emergency updates to fix a serious flaw.
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