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Examining the Implications: A Tracy Resident’s Alleged Computer Attack on a Water Treatment Facility in Discovery Bay

Nguyen Michael2 years ago08 mins

OAKLAND Man Indicted for Damaging Water Treatment Facility Computer Network Background An indictment has been issued against Rambler Gallo, a former employee of a private Massachusetts-based company, for intentionally causing damage to a protected computer. Gallo allegedly accessed the computer network of the Discovery Bay Water Treatment Facility in California and uninstalled the main operational…

“Unleashing Swift Solutions: Apple’s Critical Response to WebKit Zero-Day”

Patel Maya2 years ago06 mins

Apple Ships Urgent iOS Patch for WebKit Zero-Day Introduction On July 10, 2023, Apple released an urgent software update for its iOS and iPadOS mobile operating systems to address a zero-day vulnerability in WebKit, the browser engine used by Safari, Mail, AppStore, and other apps on Apple devices. The company acknowledged that zero-day exploitation had…

“Redefining Cyber-Risk: CISOs Confront the Unsettling Status Quo”

Nguyen Michael2 years ago010 mins

Increased Concerns for CISOs in the Post-Pandemic Era The Shift in Perception and Rising Cybersecurity Risks In the wake of the pandemic, when organizations were grappling with the sudden shift to remote operations, chief information security officers (CISOs) felt a temporary sense of calm as they successfully navigated through unprecedented challenges. However, as normalcy is…

The Raging Onslaught: 8Base Ransomware Targets U.S. and Brazilian Businesses

Reynolds Alex2 years ago09 mins

The Importance of API Security Testing An Overview of API Security APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) have become an essential component of modern software development. They allow different applications and systems to communicate and exchange data, providing the building blocks for innovation and interconnectedness in our digital world. However, their increasing prevalence has also made them…

The Urgent Need for K-12 Cybersecurity Education: Mitigating Cyberattacks on Schools

Emma Thompson2 years ago011 mins

Cyberattacks on K-12 Schools: A Growing Threat Over the past several years, K-12 schools in the United States have become an increasingly attractive target for cyberattacks. These incidents, including ransomware, phishing, and denial-of-service attacks, have caused significant disruption to students, educators, and school systems. From 2016 to 2022, more than 1,600 cyber incidents have been…

The Rise of the DOJ Cyber Prosecution Team: Combating Nation-State Threat Actors

Nguyen Michael2 years ago09 mins

The US Department of Justice Establishes National Security Cyber Section to Combat Cybersecurity Threats Introduction In response to the growing cybersecurity threats posed by nation-state actors, the US Department of Justice (DoJ) has recently announced the creation of the National Security Cyber Section, also known as NatSec Cyber. This newly formed division will collaborate with…

How can eSentire’s AI Investigator Chatbot Enhance Human Security Incident Response?

Nguyen Michael2 years ago08 mins

Enhancing Security Investigations with eSentire AI Investigator Managed detection and response (MDR) provider eSentire has unveiled a new tool called eSentire AI Investigator, which harnesses the power of machine learning to query asset and vulnerability data, security telemetry, and other sources of cybersecurity information. The aim is to enhance security investigations, threat response, and threat…

Federal Agencies Receive Directive from CISA to Secure Internet-Exposed Devices

Emma Thompson2 years ago011 mins

Government CISA Instructs Federal Agencies to Secure Internet-Exposed Devices The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a new directive, titled “Binding Operational Directive 23-02: Mitigating the Risk from Internet-Exposed Management Interfaces,” that requires federal agencies to secure the network management interfaces of certain classes of devices. The directive aims to address the…

How Ransomware Attackers Shut Down a Hospital in Illinois

Nguyen Michael2 years ago07 mins

Illinois Hospital St. Margaret’s Health Shuts Down Hospitals Due to Ransomware Attack Healthcare facilities are frequently targeted by cyber attackers, and recently a significant ransomware attack played a role in the shutdown of St. Margaret’s Health in Peru and Spring Valley, Illinois. While other factors, such as the pandemic, rising costs and a staff shortage,…

“Enhancing Cybersecurity Preparedness: WithSecure Introduces Advanced Incident Response and Readiness Services”

Nguyen Michael2 years ago06 mins

Helsinki-based company WithSecure™ launches new range of incident readiness and response packages With the surge in cyber attacks and cloud services, WithSecure™ (formerly F-Secure Business) is offering incident readiness and response packages to assist organizations in preparing a swift, efficient response to incidents while minimizing their impact on operations. The first 72 hours of an…