‘Omicron Strain’ Now a Topic Hackers are Using to Send Malicious Files to US Universities

‘Omicron Strain’ Now a Topic Hackers are Using to Send Malicious Files to US Universities

Urian B., Tech Times 08 December 2021, 01:12 am (Photo : Image from Mark König on Unsplash) ‘Omicron Strain’ Now a Topic Hackers are Using to Send Malicious Files to US Universities Hackers are now attacking students at Vanderbilt University, the University of Central Missouri and even other schools through disguising emails containing malicious files as Omnicron related messages.  New Phishing Attacks Take Advantage of Omicron Strain Researchers along with the cybersecurity firm Proofpoint have…

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Dramatic Fall in .UK Domain Suspensions

Dramatic Fall in .UK Domain Suspensions

There was a dramatic fall in the number of .uk domain names suspended for criminal activity in the year up to October 31 2021, new figures from Nominet have shown. Nominet, the organization responsible for the management and security of the .uk internet infrastructure, revealed that 3434 .uk domain names were suspended over this period. This was a massive reduction compared to the previous 12 months, when 22,158 .uk domain names were suspended. This fall is “entirely”…

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Using whois/jwhois on Linux

Using whois/jwhois on Linux

The whois and jwhois commands allow you to retrieve a lot of information on Internet domains–likely a lot more than you might imagine. Here’s how these commands work and how they can be useful. To get started, you probably already use nslookup to check on domain names. When you do, you’ll see output like this: $ nslookup networkworld.com Server: 127.0.0.53 Address: 127.0.0.53#53 Non-authoritative answer: Name: networkworld.com Address: 151.101.2.165 Name: networkworld.com Address: 151.101.66.165 Name: networkworld.com Address:…

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Hotel Guests Locked Out of Rooms After Ransomware Attack

Hotel Guests Locked Out of Rooms After Ransomware Attack

A popular Scandinavian hotel chain has warned that a recent ransomware attack may have led to the theft of personal information related to bookings, while current guests are struggling with longer waiting times at check-in. Nordic Choice runs around 200 locations across the region, with brands such as Comfort, Clarion and Quality. It claimed to have been hit last Thursday with a ransomware attack which impacted “the hotel systems that handle reservations, check-in, check-out and creation…

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365 Total Protection for Microsoft 365

365 Total Protection for Microsoft 365

Over the past few years, an increasing number of organisations have chosen to implement cloud computing, distributed system architectures, and as-a-service or subscription based operating models throughout their IT environments. The most popular example is Microsoft 365 (M365); providing SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) based versions of Microsoft’s productivity suite, which is embedded into the processes and technology stack of many businesses. Due to the internet-hosted nature of the service, and its global popularity spanning nearly all sectors,…

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The business case for data-centric security

The business case for data-centric security

The business case for data-centric security | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more. This Website Uses CookiesBy…

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A cybersecurity year in review

A cybersecurity year in review

A cybersecurity year in review | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more. This Website Uses CookiesBy closing…

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The evolution of enterprise security since 9/11

The evolution of enterprise security since 9/11

The evolution of enterprise security since 9/11 | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more. This Website Uses…

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Is that security job listing real?

Is that security job listing real?

Is that security job listing real? | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more. This Website Uses CookiesBy…

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Is being kind bad for your career? Bah, humbug!

Is being kind bad for your career? Bah, humbug!

Is being kind bad for your career? Bah, humbug! | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more. This…

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