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3 min readWhen a single API key compromise spiraled into a broader attack, it exposed how overlooked non-human identities can become gateways for escalating threats. The post BeyondTrust Breach Exposes API Key Abuse Risks appeared first on Aembit. The post BeyondTrust Breach Exposes API Key Abuse Risks appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Authors/Presenters: Octavio Gianatiempo, Gastón Aznarez Our sincere appreciation to DEF CON, and the Authors/Presenters for publishing their erudite DEF CON 32 content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Las Vegas Convention Center; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The post DEF CON 32 – Detecting Persistent Threats On Draytek Devices appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

While many organizations devote countless resources to stopping attacks at the perimeter, today’s threat landscape calls for a different mindset. The concept of breach readiness begins with acknowledging the likelihood of an incident, then building robust methods to contain and mitigate the damage. Such an approach includes not just technology but also the policies and […] The post What is Breach Readiness? appeared first on ColorTokens. The post What is Breach Readiness? appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

IEI-IEI, Oh: Running an obsolete OS, on obsolete hardware, configured with obsolete settings. The post Insecure Medical Devices — Illumina DNA Sequencer Illuminates Risks appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

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Reading Time: 7 min Resolve "550 5.7.26 This Mail is Unauthenticated" Gmail error in 2024. Learn why Gmail is blocking your emails and fix email authentication issues. The post Best of 2024: Gmail Error: Email Blocked Because Sender is Unauthenticated appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Authors/Presenters: Mark Mager, Eric Forte Our sincere appreciation to DEF CON, and the Authors/Presenters for publishing their erudite DEF CON 32 content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Las Vegas Convention Center; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The post DEF CON 32 – What To Expect When You’re Exploiting: 0Days, Baby Monitors & Wi-Fi Cams appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

In today’s interconnected world, the integrity of software has never been more critical. With the increasing reliance on open-source components and the complexities introduced by containerized applications, ensuring trust in software has become a cornerstone of modern security practices. I […] The post Navigating the Future of Secure Code Signing and Cryptography appeared first on TechSpective. The post Navigating the Future of Secure Code Signing and Cryptography appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

As artificial intelligence evolves, its impact on cybersecurity and the workforce is profound and far-reaching. Predictive AI once enabled security teams to anticipate threats, and generative AI brought creativity and automation to new levels. Now, we stand at the threshold […] The post The Rise of Agentic AI: How Hyper-Automation is Reshaping Cybersecurity and the Workforce appeared first on TechSpective. The post The Rise of Agentic AI: How Hyper-Automation is Reshaping Cybersecurity and the Workforce appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Websites have become indispensable tools for healthcare organizations to connect with patients, streamline operations, and enhance service delivery. Modern websites are composed of components that “build” unique user experiences in real time.However, the use of tracking technologies on these websites presents unique challenges in complying with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 […] The post Navigating HIPAA Compliance When Using Tracking Technologies on Websites appeared first on Feroot Security. The post Navigating HIPAA Compliance When Using Tracking Technologies on Websites appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Over the past several years, US Federal Agencies and private sector companies have observed China-based threat actors targeting network and telecommunication critical infrastructure. A wave of recent reports have disclosed that these attacks have succeeded in compromising government and industry targets to a far greater extent than previously thought. As a result, CISA has issued […] The post Holding Back Salt Typhoon + Other Chinese APT CVEs appeared first on Eclypsium | Supply Chain Security for the Modern Enterprise. The post Holding Back Salt Typhoon + Other Chinese APT CVEs appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Don’t miss the Linux Foundation’s deep dive into open source software security. Plus, cyber agencies warn about China-backed cyber espionage campaign targeting telecom data. Meanwhile, a study shows the weight of security considerations in generative AI projects. And get the latest on ransomware trends, financial cybercrime and critical infrastructure security. Dive into six things that are top of mind for the week ending Dec. 6. 1 - Study: Security of open source software projects must improve Improperly secured developer accounts. Lack of a standard naming schema for software components. The persistence of legacy software. Those three issues put the reliability and s…

Secure your internal applications with Escape’s Private Locations. Scan behind firewalls or VPNs using Repeater—no exposure, no compromises. The post Introducing Private Locations: Securely Scan Your Internal Applications appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

APIs have become the backbone of modern digital ecosystems, powering everything from mobile apps to e-commerce platforms. However, as APIs grow in importance, they also become prime targets for malicious actors. Increasingly, bots are being weaponized to exploit vulnerabilities, overwhelm systems, and siphon sensitive data—all without triggering alarms until it’s too late. The rise in [...] The post Protecting Against Bot-Enabled API Abuse appeared first on Wallarm. The post Protecting Against Bot-Enabled API Abuse appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

New York, USA, 3rd December 2024, CyberNewsWire The post HyperRing Launches Second-Generation Smart Payment Ring With Global Coverage appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Nisos Shielded on All Sides: Combining Manual PII Removal and Vulnerability Monitoring to Enhance Executive Protection The availability of sensitive personal data through breaches and its continual sale online exposes individuals—and by extension employers—to a range of threats... The post Shielded on All Sides: Combining Manual PII Removal and Vulnerability Monitoring to Enhance Executive Protection appeared first on Nisos by Nisos The post Shielded on All Sides: Combining Manual PII Removal and Vulnerability Monitoring to Enhance Executive Protection appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Authors/Presenters:Bill Tao, Om Chabra, Ishani Janveja, Indranil Gupta, Deepak Vasisht Our sincere thanks to USENIX, and the Presenters & Authors for publishing their superb 21st USENIX Symposium on Networked Systems Design and Implementation (NSDI '24) content, placing the organizations enduring commitment to Open Access front and center. Originating from the conference’s events situated at the Hyatt Regency Santa Clara; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The post USENIX NSDI ’24 – Known Knowns and Unknowns: Near-Realtime Earth Observation Via Query Bifurcation In Serval appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

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Authors/Presenters:Sajy Khashab, Alon Rashelbach, Mark Silberstein, Technion Our sincere thanks to USENIX, and the Presenters & Authors for publishing their superb 21st USENIX Symposium on Networked Systems Design and Implementation (NSDI '24) content, placing the organizations enduring commitment to Open Access front and center. Originating from the conference’s events situated at the Hyatt Regency Santa Clara; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The post USENIX NSDI ’24 – Multitenant In-Network Acceleration with SwitchVM appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Akamai Technologies has made available at no extra cost a connector that makes it simpler for cybersecurity teams to discover application programming interfaces (APIs) that organizations have exposed via its content delivery network (CDN). The post Akamai Embeds API Security Connector in CDN Platform appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

In this episode, the hosts discuss a significant vulnerability found in Kia’s web portal that allows remote control of various car features via their app, potentially enabling unauthorized unlocking and tracking. The conversation highlights the broader issue of web vulnerabilities in the automotive industry. Also covered are NIST’s updated password guidelines, eliminating complexity rules and […] The post Kia Security Flaw Exposed, NIST’s New Password Guidelines appeared first on Shared Security Podcast. The post Kia Security Flaw Exposed, NIST’s New Password Guidelines appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

AttackIQ has released a new attack graph that emulates the behaviors exhibited by the Hadooken malware during intrusions that abused misconfigurations and critical Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerabilities on public-facing Oracle Weblogic Servers. The post Emulating the Surging Hadooken Malware appeared first on AttackIQ. The post Emulating the Surging Hadooken Malware appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

After putting its controversial AI-based Recall feature on hold in June, Microsoft rearchitected many of its features to address the security and privacy concerns that users and experts raised and will release it for the upcoming Windows Copilot+ PCs. The post Microsoft Readies a More Secure Recall Feature for Release appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

While surprise is a major advantage in battle, it's a nightmare for application security (AppSec) teams. That's why they turn to chaos engineering. It introduces controlled failures into systems to identify vulnerabilities and build up the organization's resiliency. Simulating real-world attacks and disruptions lowers the risk of surprise, addresses potential weaknesses before they're exploited, and makes critical applications more reliable. The post Modernize your chaos engineering with commercial software transparency appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Databricks and Tonic.ai have partnered to simplify the process of connecting enterprise unstructured data to AI systems to reap the benefits of RAG. Learn how in this step-by-step technical how-to. The post Building a RAG System on Databricks With Your Unstructured Data Using Tonic Textual appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

IntroductionIn June 2024, Zscaler ThreatLabz detected fresh activity from BlindEagle, an advanced persistent threat (APT) actor also identified as AguilaCiega, APT-C-36, and APT-Q-98. BlindEagle predominantly focuses on organizations and individuals from the government and finance sector in South America, particularly in Colombia and Ecuador. BlindEagle’s primary method to gain initial access to the targets’ systems is through phishing emails. Once accessed, the threat actor usually employs commodity .NET Remote Access Trojans (RATs), like AsyncRAT, RemcosRAT, and more, to steal credentials from various banking service providers. BlindEagle is also known for operating rep…

USB MFA SCA😱: Infineon hardware and software blamed for timing side-channel attack on popular auth tokens. The post Yikes, YubiKey Vulnerable — ‘EUCLEAK’ FIDO FAIL? appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

CISA’s Secure by Demand guidance provides a list of questions that enterprise software buyers should ask software producers to evaluate their security practices prior to, during and after procurement. It’s a good idea in principle as every organization needs to be asking the questions presented in “Secure by Demand Guide: How Software Customers Can Drive a Secure Technology Ecosystem.” The post Secure by Demand: Going Beyond Questionnaires and SBOMs appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Explore highlights from DevOpsDays Birmingham 2024, featuring workshops, sessions, and community-driven discussions on empowering teams and doing it securely. The post DevOpsDays Birmingham AL 2024: Guardrails, Immutable Infrastructures, and Community appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Interesting vulnerability: …a special lane at airport security called Known Crewmember (KCM). KCM is a TSA program that allows pilots and flight attendants to bypass security screening, even when flying on domestic personal trips. The KCM process is fairly simple: the employee uses the dedicated lane and presents their KCM barcode or provides the TSA agent their employee number and airline. Various forms of ID need to be presented while the TSA agent’s laptop verifies the employment status with the airline. If successful, the employee can access the sterile area without any screening at all... The post SQL Injection Attack on Airport Security appeared first on Securi…

Managing compliance takes a collaborative effort from several different departments, but security teams are uniquely positioned to lead the collaboration This article was originally posted in ASIS Security Management Magazine. Employers in California had a 1 July deadline to comply with SB 553, the state law mandating that employers establish workplace violence prevention programs. The question… The post Who Owns Implementation of California’s New Workplace Violence Prevention Law? appeared first on Ontic. The post Who Owns Implementation of California’s New Workplace Violence Prevention Law? appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing healthcare, and its impact on patient experience is nothing short of transformative. According to a study by Accenture, AI applications...Read More The post The Role of AI in Enhancing Patient Experience in HealthTech appeared first on ISHIR | Software Development India. The post The Role of AI in Enhancing Patient Experience in HealthTech appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Reading Time: 5 min Set up your Gmail SPF record to protect your Google Workspace from phishing and spoofing attacks. Follow our step-by-step SPF configuration guide for Gmail. The post Setting up SPF Records for Gmail and Google Workspace appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Broadcom today at the VMware Explore 2024 conference extended its VMware vDefend portfolio to include generative artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities in addition to extending its software-defined edge computing portfolio to provide deeper integrations with networking and security platforms that its VMware business unit provides. The post Broadcom Extends VMware Cybersecurity Portfolio appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Choosing the correct cybersecurity service provider is critical for any business in today’s digital world. Rather than selecting a vendor, due diligence is required to secure your data, systems, and networks. To help you make your choice, here are the top 7 questions to ask cybersecurity service providers: 1. What is your experience in handling […] The post Top 7 Questions to Ask Cybersecurity Service Providers first appeared on StrongBox IT. The post Top 7 Questions to Ask Cybersecurity Service Providers appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Learn how to minimize the impact of vulnerabilities like social media use, private jet tracking, and more As an executive protection (EP) professional, you’re likely experiencing a rise in physical threats against your principal(s). You’re not alone. According to Ontic’s State of Protective Intelligence Report, 8 out of 9 EPs say their companies are experiencing… The post 4 Executive Travel Vulnerabilities You May be Overlooking appeared first on Ontic. The post 4 Executive Travel Vulnerabilities You May be Overlooking appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Contributions from Mathew Mullins, Supply Chain Security Consultant here at Eclypsium. Introduction Penetration tests come in many different varieties with the scope varying from all-inclusive to highly specific. When the penetration testing engagement includes devices there is an opportunity to both highlight weaknesses and weaponize the firmware. Many resources and materials exist that explain how […] The post Firmware Guide for Pen Testers appeared first on Eclypsium | Supply Chain Security for the Modern Enterprise. The post Firmware Guide for Pen Testers appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Eight-year-old domain hijacking technique still claiming victims The post MSN: Russia takes aim at Sitting Ducks domains, bags 30,000+ appeared first on Eclypsium | Supply Chain Security for the Modern Enterprise. The post MSN: Russia takes aim at Sitting Ducks domains, bags 30,000+ appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Obtaining a SOC 2 (Service Organization Control 2) certification is crucial in ensuring your data’s security and privacy. SOC 2 compliance demonstrates that your organization adheres to high standards for managing customer data based on five “trust service criteria”: Selecting a top SOC 2 auditor is essential for a successful audit. Here’s a comprehensive guide […] The post How to Select a Qualified SOC 2 Auditor appeared first on Centraleyes. The post How to Select a Qualified SOC 2 Auditor appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

First Annual Report Analyzes Millions of Vulnerabilities Against the Industry’s First Supply-Chain Specific Attack Matrix Software is the foundation on which today’s businesses operate. From standard enterprise applications like customer relationship management (CRM), enterprise resource planning (ERP), and business intelligence (BI), to custom-built applications tailored for specific business use, it’s hard to find an organization […] The post OSC&R Report Exposes Software Supply Chain Security Vulnerabilities appeared first on OX Security. The post OSC&R Report Exposes Software Supply Chain Security Vulnerabilities appeared first on Security Boulevard. View t…

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued new rules for Cybersecurity Risk Management, Strategy, Governance, and Incident Disclosure by public companies, effective December 15, 2023. The post What is the SEC’s Rule on Cybersecurity Risk Management, Strategy, Governance, and Incident Disclosure? appeared first on Qmulos. The post What is the SEC’s Rule on Cybersecurity Risk Management, Strategy, Governance, and Incident Disclosure? appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Overview Recently, NSFOCUS CERT detected that OpenSSH issued a security announcement and fixed the remote code execution vulnerability of OpenSSH (CVE-2024-6387). Due to a signal handler race condition issue in OpenSSH Server (sshd) under the default configuration, if the client does not authenticate within seconds of LoginGraceTime (120 seconds by default and 600 seconds in […] The post OpenSSH Remote Code Execution Vulnerability (CVE-2024-6387) Notification appeared first on NSFOCUS, Inc., a global network and cyber security leader, protects enterprises and carriers from advanced cyber attacks.. The post OpenSSH Remote Code Execution Vulnerability (CVE-2024-6387) Noti…

Identity Security Cybersecurity has been growing since the first computer was created. And it is... The post An Identity Love Story: Hardware vs Software Security Tokens appeared first on Axiad. The post An Identity Love Story: Hardware vs Software Security Tokens appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

A high-severity remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability has been found in OpenSSH’s server (CVE-2024-6387) by the research team The post regreSSHion: RCE Vulnerability in OpenSSH Server (CVE-2024-6387) appeared first on ARMO. The post regreSSHion: RCE Vulnerability in OpenSSH Server (CVE-2024-6387) appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

This recognition is more than just a badge of honor; it is a testament to what makes Praetorian an exceptional place to work. The dedication exhibited daily by each team member truly sets us apart, highlighting the organic culture shaped by our people and the unwavering support from everyone at our company. Why This Matters […] The post A Milestone of Excellence: Praetorian Security Inc. Named to Inc.’s Best Workplaces appeared first on Praetorian. The post A Milestone of Excellence: Praetorian Security Inc. Named to Inc.’s Best Workplaces appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Distinguished Paper Award Winner Authors/Presenters:Tadayoshi Kohno, Yasemin Acar, Wulf Loh Many thanks to USENIX for publishing their outstanding USENIX Security ’23 Presenter’s content, and the organizations strong commitment to Open Access. Originating from the conference’s events situated at the Anaheim Marriott; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The post USENIX Security ’23 – Ethical Frameworks and Computer Security Trolley Problems: Foundations for Conversations appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

With so many different market segments in the security industry, it’s inevitable to run into some overlap and confusion, particularly with newer segments like Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS) and Threat-Informed Defense, a subset of Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM). We often have this sort of conversation with security leaders hearing about Tidal Cyber for the first time: The post Threat-Informed Defense and Breach and Attack Simulation: Why You Need Both appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

Why the rise in alternative social media platforms with less moderation and greater anonymity calls for a more proactive approach to threat monitoring. Early versions of social media platforms began emerging in the late 90s and early 2000s with the intended purpose of connecting users with others based on shared interests, affiliations, or geographic proximity.… The post The Shift to Alternative Social Media: What It Means for Security Teams Responsible for Threat Intelligence Gathering appeared first on Ontic. The post The Shift to Alternative Social Media: What It Means for Security Teams Responsible for Threat Intelligence Gathering appeared first on Security Bouleva…

Donald Trump’s presidential campaign is known for aggressively trying to raise money, even sending emails to donors hoping to cash in on setbacks like his conviction late last month on 34 felony counts for illegally influencing the 2016 campaign. Bad actors now are trying to do the same, running donation scams by impersonating the campaign.. The post Cybercriminals Target Trump Supporters with Donation Scams appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article

The rise in U.S.-politics-themed scams indicates that adversarial nation states understand the significance of election years. The post Chinese Threats Aim for Government Sector appeared first on Security Boulevard. View the full article