Simplifying Zero Trust Security for the Modern Workplace

Simplifying Zero Trust Security for the Modern Workplace

Organizations face an evolving array of cyber threats these days. As attackers have become more sophisticated, it is important to adopt a comprehensive security strategy that includes a layered approach and increased protection for the modern workplace. That includes the home office, branch, campus, coffee shop, or anywhere in between.  Cisco’s Enhanced User Protection Suite:  Cisco is proud to announce the latest enhancement to our User Protection Suite, with the addition of Cisco’s Identity Services…

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Oracle January 2025 Critical Patch Update Addresses 186 CVEs

Oracle January 2025 Critical Patch Update Addresses 186 CVEs

Oracle addresses 186 CVEs in its first quarterly update of 2025 with 318 patches, including 30 critical updates. Background On January 21, Oracle released its Critical Patch Update (CPU) for January 2025, the first quarterly update of the year. This CPU contains fixes for 186 CVEs in 318 security updates across 27 Oracle product families. Out of the 318 security updates published this quarter, 9.4% of patches were assigned a critical severity. Medium severity patches…

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Is this the OnePlus Open 2? Oppo's new foldable phone is as thin as its USB-C port

Is this the OnePlus Open 2? Oppo's new foldable phone is as thin as its USB-C port

Zhou Yibao on Weibo A new foldable phone is about to hit the market, and it may be as thin as a phone can possibly be. Oppo is billing its upcoming Find N5 (it will likely be the OnePlus Open 2 when it hits the US market) as the world’s thinnest foldable. That title currently belongs to the Magic V3 from Honor, which sits at just 4.35 mm unfolded. For comparison, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Pixel 9 Pro Fold both top…

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4 surprise products we may see at Samsung Unpacked 2025 – and are worth getting excited for

4 surprise products we may see at Samsung Unpacked 2025 – and are worth getting excited for

The Apple Watch Ultra, Samsung Galaxy Ring, and Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses have ushered a new age of AI wearables. Jason Hiner/ZDNET Samsung is kicking off its first Unpacked event for 2025 today, Wednesday, January 22. Although there are still a few more hours until airing, we have a fairly good sense of what will be revealed. Spoiler: The Galaxy S25 series will undoubtedly be the star of the show. Also: Samsung Unpacked 2025: How to watch…

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5 practical tips for emerging IT leaders

5 practical tips for emerging IT leaders

Having clarity of vision and the ability to execute while staying true to your and your organization’s value systems will help you establish credibility and reliability within your workplace and the industry. Cal Newport’s book, Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World, changed the way I operate and made room for deep work, focus and clarity of thought as I do what I need to do. My practices in creating a distraction-free…

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Major Cybersecurity Vendors’ Credentials Found on Dark Web

Major Cybersecurity Vendors’ Credentials Found on Dark Web

Thousands of account credentials belonging to major cybersecurity vendors on the dark web have been discovered by threat intelligence firm Cyble. In a January 22 report where Cyble researchers shared their findings, they said they found credentials for at least 14 security providers. The credentials have been leaked since the start of the year 2025. They were likely pulled from infostealer logs and then sold on cybercrime marketplaces in bulk for as little as $10. The…

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I made an AirTag that lasts 10 years with this clever accesssory – here's how

I made an AirTag that lasts 10 years with this clever accesssory – here's how

ZDNET’s key takeaways It boosts battery life up to a decade. It is water and dustproof. However, it does add bulk to the sleek AirTag. Apple AirTags have revolutionized every aspect of my life. From finding my keys and wallet in the morning to keeping an eye on my luggage while traveling, not a day goes by when I don’t open the Find My app to locate something I’ve misplaced or check that something is…

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Account Compromise and Phishing Top Healthcare Security Incidents

Account Compromise and Phishing Top Healthcare Security Incidents

The vast majority (84%) of healthcare organizations (HCOs) detected a cyber-attack or intrusion in 2024, with account hijacking and phishing the most common incidents, according to Netwrix. The cybersecurity software vendor polled IT and security professionals working in the sector globally as part of a wider study into hybrid cloud trends. It revealed that certain threats are more likely than others, depending on the IT environment. For example, user account compromise impacted 74% of HCOs…

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Gen AI ROI falls short of expectations, but belief persists

Gen AI ROI falls short of expectations, but belief persists

AI, and gen AI in particular, are continuing to bombard the enterprise, but the gains to date haven’t been as big, nor come as quickly, as many business leaders hoped. That’s according to the fourth quarterly edition of Deloitte AI Institute’s State of Generative AI in the Enterprise report released on Tuesday. “We’re seeing more of a focus on the pragmatic,” says Jim Rowan, applied AI leader and principal at Deloitte Consulting. He explains that…

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Finally, a luxury soundbar that's compact and delivers immersive audio (and it's $300 off)

Finally, a luxury soundbar that's compact and delivers immersive audio (and it's 0 off)

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Mini is available now from the official site for $799. The Ambeo Mini produces a big, rich sound but does depend on the subwoofer (sold separately) to give it enough depth. The Sennheiser app can be a bit tricky, but once you get it all connected, it works like a charm to help customize the sound. more buying choices A good soundbar can elevate your television or music…

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