Most US Healthcare Apps Susceptible to Cyber-Attack

Most US Healthcare Apps Susceptible to Cyber-Attack

Vulnerabilities exist in most of the web applications used by leading healthcare providers in the United States, according to new research by cyber assessment company Outpost24. In its new 2021 Web Application Security for Pharma and Healthcare report, the company shared the finding that 90% of the web applications used by the US healthcare operators are susceptible to cyber-attacks. The report assessed the internet-exposed applications of the top 20 largest pharma and healthcare organizations in the…

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VMware and Mitacs Set Sights on Discovering a Sustainable Path for 6G

VMware and Mitacs Set Sights on Discovering a Sustainable Path for 6G

News Detail Partnership to Drive Applied Research with Canadian Universities in the Areas of Sustainable Grid, Digital Equity and Clean Tech Research & Innovation Lab to Be Established in Montreal in Partnership with IEEE Future Networks Initiative MONTREAL–(BUSINESS WIRE)– VMware (NYSE: VMW) today announced a partnership with Mitacs, a non-profit organization that connects industry with Canadian … Wed, 24 Nov 2021 00:00:00 Partnership to Drive Applied Research with Canadian Universities in the Areas of Sustainable…

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CIS Control 12: Network Infrastructure Management | The State of Security

CIS Control 12: Network Infrastructure Management | The State of Security

Networks form a critical core for our modern-day society and businesses. These networks are comprised of many types of components that make up the networks’ infrastructure. Network infrastructure devices can be physical or virtual and include things such as routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points. Unfortunately, many devices are shipped from manufacturers with “default” configuration settings and passwords that, if deployed as-is, can significantly weaken an organization’s network infrastructure. Even if network devices are…

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Malicious JavaScript Loader is a Multi-RAT Dispenser

Malicious JavaScript Loader is a Multi-RAT Dispenser

Researchers are warning of a new JavaScript loader being used to distribute eight Remote Access Trojans (RATs) in information-stealing campaigns. A team at HP Wolf named the tool “RATDispenser,” and warned that it currently has a detection rate of only 11%. “As with most attacks involving JavaScript malware, RATDispenser is used to gain an initial foothold on a system before launching secondary malware that establishes control over the compromised device,” explained HP malware analyst, Patrick…

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Multiple Bugs Enable Eavesdropping on 37% of Android Phones

Multiple Bugs Enable Eavesdropping on 37% of Android Phones

Security researchers have revealed new vulnerabilities in a popular Android chip which could have allowed threat actors to snoop on the audio of nearly two-fifths (37%) of the world’s smartphones. CVE-2021-0661, CVE-2021-0662 and CVE-2021-0663 were fixed by Taiwanese microchip company MediaTek in its October bulletin after responsible disclosure by Check Point Research. A fourth issue, CVE-2021-0673, was fixed in October and will be published in the December bulletin. The Check Point team said it reverse…

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Standing Up to Cyber-Bullies Earns Man Award Nomination

Standing Up to Cyber-Bullies Earns Man Award Nomination

A British man who surmounted the detraction of his cyber-bullies and launched a campaign to raise awareness of cyber-bullying has been nominated for a national award. Chris Holden, of Winsford, Cheshire, has been shortlisted for ‘Campaigner of the Year’ – one of 11 titles up for grabs in the annual awards run by national disability charity, Sense. Holden, who is 37 years old and autistic, was so profoundly impacted by the actions of cyber-bullies that he attempted to…

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Apple Sues “State-Sponsored” Spyware Firm NSO Group

Apple Sues “State-Sponsored” Spyware Firm NSO Group

Apple has become the latest tech giant to sue Israeli spyware developer NSO Group, in a bid to hold it accountable for targeted attacks which compromised users’ devices. The Cupertino-based firm said it was taking legal action “to prevent further abuse and harm” to users of its products and would be seeking a permanent injunction banning NSO Group from using its products and services. Apple said that NSO Group used the ForcedEntry exploit for a…

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Top 5 Cloud security challenges, risks and threats

Top 5 Cloud security challenges, risks and threats

Cloud services are an integral part of modern business. They provide a cost-effective way to store data; and with the rise in hybrid workforces, they deliver a reliable way for employees to access information remotely. But as is often the case with technological solutions, the benefits of convenience comes with security risks. In this blog, we look at the top five Cloud security challenges that organisations face, and provide tips on how to overcome them….

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Standardizing video conferencing security guidelines should be a top government priority

Standardizing video conferencing security guidelines should be a top government priority

Standardizing video conferencing security guidelines should be a top government priority | 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….

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