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Hackers exploit another Windows security flaw to drop DarkGate malware
Microsoft recently patched a vulnerability in Windows SmartScreen, but not before hackers abused it as a zero-day to drop the DarkGate malware. A report from cybersecurity researchers Trend Micro detailed a new campaign that included phishing emails with malicious PDF files, open redirects via Google DoubleClick Digital Marketing (DDM), and…
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Cybersecurity skills gap and boardroom blindness invite hacker havoc
It was interesting to read the Ipsos report on Cyber Security Skills in the UK Labor Market 2023, which highlighted the ongoing frustrations and challenges in recruiting, training, and retaining staff across all cybersecurity domains. Some enlightening findings were: Approximately 739,000 businesses (50% surveyed) need to fill in basic skills.…
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Experts warn Google Gemini could be an easy target for hackers everywhere
Google Gemini can be tricked to disclose system prompts, generate malicious content, and even mount indirect injection attacks, experts have warned. A new report from cybersecurity researchers HiddenLayer claims the flaws could be abused on Gemini Advanced, integrated with Google Workspace, or the Gemini API. System prompts are instructions that…
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Businesses leaving their Kubernetes containers exposed to ransomware
As businesses look for faster and more flexible development frameworks, the use of containers and Kubernetes (K8s) continues to rise. While Kubernetes theoretically has several security advantages compared to traditional applications, it remains one of the top concerns for organizations on their cloud-native journey. This concern is fairly valid it…
Read MoreBusinesses leaving their Kubernetes containers exposed to ransomware
As businesses look for faster and more flexible development frameworks, the use of containers and Kubernetes (K8s) continues to rise. While Kubernetes theoretically has several security advantages compared to traditional applications, it remains one of the top concerns for organizations on their cloud-native journey. This concern is fairly valid it…
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New email standards: what you need to know
In a significant move towards enhancing email security, Google and Yahoo will implement new email authentication protocols for high-volume email providers starting in February 2024. This initiative aims to bolster cybersecurity by mandating bulk senders who distribute over 5,000 messages daily to adhere to strict validation standards. The protocols, including…
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