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Ransomware Attack Claims Surface Against Boeing Aerospace giant Boeing is currently investigating claims made by the LockBit ransomware gang that large amounts of sensitive data were stolen from its network. The cybercrime group made an entry on their leak site threatening to publish the data unless Boeing contacts them to negotiate a ransom. While the…
Cybercrime Florida SIM Swapper Sentenced to Prison for Cryptocurrency Theft Background A 20-year-old man from Orlando, Florida, named Jordan Dave Persad, has been sentenced to prison for his role in a hacking scheme that resulted in the theft of approximately $1 million in cryptocurrency. Persad was found guilty of hacking into victims’ email accounts and…
The Gap in Cybersecurity Expertise on Corporate Boards A recent study has highlighted a major gap in the expertise needed to keep organizations secure. Only 12% of S&P 500 companies have board directors with relevant cyber credentials, leaving a significant shortfall in the knowledge and skills necessary to protect assets in today’s digital and cloud-first…
Cloud Security Attackers Can Use Modified Wikipedia Pages to Mount Redirection Attacks on Slack In a new report, security researchers at eSentire have uncovered a concerning technique that attackers can use to redirect business professionals to malicious websites. Known as the Wiki-Slack attack, this method involves modifying Wikipedia pages and exploiting a formatting error within…
Vulnerabilities Hackers Earn Over $1 Million at Pwn2Own Toronto 2023 The Pwn2Own Toronto 2023 Hacking Competition The annual Pwn2Own hacking competition concluded in Toronto this year, with hackers showcasing their skills and earning substantial rewards. The competition, organized by the Zero Day Initiative, lasted four days and saw participants exploit various devices such as routers,…
The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance Introduction In today’s interconnected world, the importance of maintaining strong cybersecurity practices cannot be overstated. As technology continues to advance, businesses face an ever-increasing number of threats, both external and internal, to the security of their digital infrastructure. Consequently, regulatory frameworks have been developed to guide organizations in safeguarding…
The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance Introduction In today’s digital age, where data breaches and cyber threats are on the rise, it is imperative for IT professionals to prioritize compliance with cybersecurity frameworks. Compliance not only helps protect sensitive information but also safeguards a company’s reputation and ensures the trust of its customers. This article…
## Biden Signs Executive Order to Address AI Concerns In a significant move to guide the development of artificial intelligence (AI), President Joe Biden signed a sweeping executive order on Monday. The order requires the industry to develop safety and security standards, introduces new consumer protections, and assigns federal agencies a comprehensive to-do list to…
The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance The Importance of Cybersecurity Cybersecurity has become an essential aspect of modern society, as individuals and organizations increasingly rely on technology for various aspects of their lives and operations. The rise of cyber threats and the potential for devastating cyber attacks have made it crucial for IT professionals to…
Browsing Extensions Exposing User Data October 30, 2023 | Introduction In the digital age, online privacy and data security have become paramount concerns. We trust that when we enter sensitive information like passwords or credit card numbers into websites, it will be kept secure. However, a recent study by researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison…