Top 4 Software Engineering Challenges | Docker

Top 4 Software Engineering Challenges | Docker

Software engineering is a dynamic, high-pressure field where development teams encounter a variety of challenges every day. As software development projects become increasingly complex, engineers must maintain high-quality code, meet time constraints, collaborate effectively, and prevent security vulnerabilities. At the same time, development teams can be held back by inefficiencies that can hinder productivity and speed. Let’s explore some of the most common software engineering challenges and how Docker’s tools streamline the inner loop of…

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Akira and RansomHub Surge as Ransomware Claims Reach All-Time High

Akira and RansomHub Surge as Ransomware Claims Reach All-Time High

Ransomware claims reached an all-time high in November 2024, with Corvus Insurance reporting 632 victims claimed on ransomware groups’ data leak sites (DLS). More than double the monthly average of 307 victims, the November count exceeds the previous peak of 527 victims recorded in May 2024. According to a December 11 report by Corvus, these record numbers can be attributed to heightened activity by several ransomware groups, especially RansomHub and Akira. Since its emergence in…

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Autonomous, Deterministic Security for Mission-Critical IOT Systems

Autonomous, Deterministic Security for Mission-Critical IOT Systems

Mission-Critical Iot Systems: Cybersecurity Principles In creating an effective cybersecurity strategy for IoT systems, software architects examine obstacles that limit the security options for their target systems. To deliver a proactive cyber defense without risking business continuity, cyber threat protection must overcome: Business continuity interruption due to remediation lag Zero-day and day-one attacks False positives Slowed performance The obstacles that hinder cybersecurity for IoT systems must be addressed to achieve the level of security and…

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The fastest laptops of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed

The fastest laptops of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed

One of the most common questions we get asked at ZDNET is “what’s the fastest laptop?” It’s tough to answer, because ultimately, it depends. Fastest at what? There are a lot of factors that go into a laptop’s speed (and how it’s measured) but we’ve put together a list of the best-performing laptops for the use cases where speed and performance matter most.  If you’re talking about creative tasks, “fastest” might refer to the speed…

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This low-cost UPS battery backup can save you thousands of dollars in damages – here's how

This low-cost UPS battery backup can save you thousands of dollars in damages – here's how

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Goldemate 1000 Pro UPS is available now on Amazon for $199. With a Lithium battery that can last for nearly two hours, this UPS is hard to beat at the price. There’s no means of communicating to a PC for a graceful shutdown, should power go out. For as long as I can remember, I’ve used a UPS — aka, Uninterruptible Power Supply — for various devices: computers, routers, televisions, and…

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The TikTok ban is worse than you think and will cost Americans billions – here's why

The TikTok ban is worse than you think and will cost Americans billions – here's why

BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP via Getty Images The TikTok ban could be catastrophic for Americans. This crisis has ripple effects that could disrupt industries and shake the American economy. 💰 Aly (my editor) HATES when I do hot takes… but billions per month are at stake, and American small businesses are on the line so I have to share this one. Also: Is this the end of Google? This new AI tool isn’t just competing, it’s winning…

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Olga Forné, CISO de Abertis, ganadora del premio a CISO del Año en los 'CIO 100 Awards'

Olga Forné, CISO de Abertis, ganadora del premio a CISO del Año en los 'CIO 100 Awards'

Olga Forné, CISO de Abertis, ha sido galardonada como CISO del Año en la reciente edición de los CIO 100 Awards Spain 2024. En concreto, el jurado ha valorado la trayectoria y experiencia de la directiva, que han sido claves para introducir la seguridad por defecto en los equipos de innovación y desarrollo de la multinacional española. De este modo, ha logrado anticipar y abordar los riesgos de una forma práctica y posicionar a su…

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NordVPN vs. Surfshark: Which VPN is right for you?

NordVPN vs. Surfshark: Which VPN is right for you?

Kerry Wan/ZDNET When choosing a virtual private network (VPN) service, the options are endless. In a market flooded with promotions, deals, lists of features, different encryption standards, and varying device support, it can be easy to forget the core reason for using a VPN: you need a service that improves your online security and privacy.  Also: The best VPN services: Expert tested and reviewed But how can you make that decision wisely? It’s always best to…

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Researchers Discover Malware Used by Nation-Sates to Attack OT Systems

Researchers Discover Malware Used by Nation-Sates to Attack OT Systems

Researchers at industrial cybersecurity provider Claroty have discovered a new tool nation-state cyber threat actors use to attack civilian critical infrastructure. Team82, Claroty’s threat intelligence research team, obtained a sample of IOCONTROL, custom-built malware that infects Internet of Things (IoT) and operational technology (OT) systems. Team82 has assessed that IOCONTROL is part of a global cyber operation against Western IoT and OT devices. They shared their findings in a new report published on December 10….

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The TikTok ban is worse than you think and will cost Americans billions – what you need to know

The TikTok ban is worse than you think and will cost Americans billions – what you need to know

Jaap Arriens/NurPhoto via Getty Images The TikTok ban could be catastrophic for Americans. This crisis has ripple effects that could disrupt industries and shake the American economy. 💰 Aly (my editor) HATES when I do hot takes… but billions per month are at stake, and American small businesses are on the line so I have to share this one. Also: Is this the end of Google? This new AI tool isn’t just competing, it’s winning…

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