NIST Recommends Some Common-Sense Password Rules
NIST’s second draft of its “SP 800-63-4“—its digital identify guidelines—finally contains some really good rules about passwords: The following requirements…
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What you need to know: The biggest cyber threats in 2024
In today’s world, both small businesses and everyday consumers face a growing number of cyber threats. From ransomware attacks to…
Don’t panic and other tips for staying safe from scareware
Keep your cool, arm yourself with the right knowledge, and other tips for staying unshaken by fraudsters’ scare tactics
Deep Dive into the Latest API Security Vulnerabilities in Envoy
Envoy has carved out a critical role in cloud-native computing, becoming increasingly prevalent as the default ingress controller for Kubernetes.…
An Analysis of the EU’s Cyber Resilience Act
A good—long, complex—analysis of the EU’s new Cyber Resilience Act.
New Windows Malware Locks Computer in Kiosk Mode
Clever: A malware campaign uses the unusual method of locking users in their browser’s kiosk mode to annoy them into…
Israel’s Pager Attacks and Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
Israel’s brazen attacks on Hezbollah last week, in which hundreds of pagers and two-way radios exploded and killed at least…
How to Define Your Security Objectives Before Choosing an MDR Provider
With nearly every MSSP and Security company claiming to do Managed Detection and Response (MDR) it’s more important than ever…
Hacking the “Bike Angels” System for Moving Bikeshares
I always like a good hack. And this story delivers. Basically, the New York City bikeshare program has a system…
Seven (7) Key Principles to Prevent Cyberattacks
In today’s digital world, cyberattacks are becoming more frequent and sophisticated. Attackers are constantly refining their methods, and no organization—large…