CyberSecurity


New Ransomware Attach Infects Airlines, Banks and Utilities across the World

New Ransomware Attack Infects Airlines, Banks and Utilities across the World

Yesterday, PC users across the world were asking for help as ransomware took data hostage and locked users out of their computers.



Government Websites Hacked with ISIS Messages

Government Websites Hacked with ISIS Messages

Government websites in Ohio, Maryland and New York were targeted.

Members of Parliament Fall Victim to Cyber Attack

Members of Parliament Fall Victim to Cyber Attack

Fewer than 90 email accounts with weak passwords are believed to have been hacked in “sustained” attack.

Girl Scouts to Earn Badges in Cybersecurity

Girl Scouts to Earn Badges in Cybersecurity

The education program is being developed in a partnership between the Girl Scouts and Palo Alto Networks.

SMS-Based Authentication Is Imploding, Precisely as Experts Predicted

SMS-Based Authentication Is Imploding, Precisely as Experts Predicted

For a relatively long time it seemed as if the password problem had been solved using SMS text messages.

Cybersecurity Experts Suggest North Korea Carried out WannaCry

Cybersecurity Experts Suggest North Korea Carried out WannaCry

The cybersecurity arm of British intelligence services has reportedly suggested the global ransomware attack was launched from North Korea.

Beware MacSpy: Malware Targeted at Mac OS

Beware MacSpy Malware Targeted at Mac OS

MacSpy is being advertised as the “most sophisticated Mac spyware ever.”

Security Strategy

Security Strategy

While many security teams at retailers are concerned about the potential for a big data breach, everyday security threats, like social engineering and shoplifting, are heightened in a world of omni-channel retail.

Data Secure

The risk posed by hackers to the Internet of Things (IoT) is a hot topic and there have already been some serious real-world attacks.

Not a Catch-all

Not a Catch-all

When used effectively, biometrics can contribute to safer cybersecurity practices.

Chipotle Releases Nationwide List of Breached Stores

Chipotle Releases Nationwide List of Breached Stores

Chipotle has released a nationwide list of stores that were targeted in the security breach between March and April of 2017.

China to Launch Controversial Cybersecurity Law This Week

China to Launch Controversial Cybersecurity Law This Week

Companies are asking China to delay the implementation of a new cybersecurity law amid concerns of how the legislation will affect personal information and cloud computing.

How to Protect Yourself From WannaCry

How to Protect Yourself From WannaCry

The WannaCry attack started last Friday and has affected 200,000 computers in almost 150 countries around the world.

More Victims Expected in Worldwide Cyberattack

More Victims Expected in Worldwide Cyber Attack

Cybersecurity experts expect there will be more people falling victim to the worldwide cyberattack that hit on Friday.

UK Hospitals Report Cyber Attack

UK Hospitals Report Cyber Attack

Several British Hospitals say they are experiencing major computer problems as the result of a breach in cybersecurity.

President Trump Signs Cybersecurity Executive Order

President Trump Signs Cybersecurity Executive Order

President Trump has signed an executive order to strengthen the government’s cybersecurity.

French Presidential Campaign Sees Breach Similar to Hack that Plagued American Election

French Presidential Campaign Sees Breach Similar to Hack that Plagued American Election

Just days ahead of the French Presidential Election, candidate and now France’s president-elect announced his campaign had been hacked.

World Password Day: Fact or Fiction

World Password Day: Fact or Fiction

It’s time to take the pledge to improve your password habits.

Google Docs Hit by Phishing Attack

Google Docs Hit by Phishing Attack

Don't edit that Google Doc, at least not today.

Layered Approach

Layered Approach

The IT approach to layered security for systems, infrastructure and data is increasingly impacting the security department, and with good reason.

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    UL Solutions Inc., a global leader in safety science, today announced the launch of artificial intelligence (AI) safety certification services, enabling comprehensive assessments for evaluating the safety of AI-powered products. Read Now

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    The Electronic Security Association (ESA), the national voice for the electronic security and life safety industry, has announced plans to introduce the SECURE Act in state legislatures across the country beginning in 2025. The proposal, known as Safeguarding Election Candidates Using Reasonable Expenditures, provides a clear framework that allows candidates and elected officials to use campaign funds for professional security services. Read Now

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New Products

  • PE80 Series

    PE80 Series by SARGENT / ED4000/PED5000 Series by Corbin Russwin

    ASSA ABLOY, a global leader in access solutions, has announced the launch of two next generation exit devices from long-standing leaders in the premium exit device market: the PE80 Series by SARGENT and the PED4000/PED5000 Series by Corbin Russwin. These new exit devices boast industry-first features that are specifically designed to provide enhanced safety, security and convenience, setting new standards for exit solutions. The SARGENT PE80 and Corbin Russwin PED4000/PED5000 Series exit devices are engineered to meet the ever-evolving needs of modern buildings. Featuring the high strength, security and durability that ASSA ABLOY is known for, the new exit devices deliver several innovative, industry-first features in addition to elegant design finishes for every opening.

  • Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden Door Controls is pleased to announce that, in response to soaring customer demand, it has expanded its range of ValueWave™ no-touch switches to include a narrow (slimline) version with manual override. This override button is designed to provide additional assurance that the request to exit switch will open a door, even if the no-touch sensor fails to operate. This new slimline switch also features a heavy gauge stainless steel faceplate, a red/green illuminated light ring, and is IP65 rated, making it ideal for indoor or outdoor use as part of an automatic door or access control system. ValueWave™ no-touch switches are designed for easy installation and trouble-free service in high traffic applications. In addition to this narrow version, the CM-221 & CM-222 Series switches are available in a range of other models with single and double gang heavy-gauge stainless steel faceplates and include illuminated light rings.

  • Luma x20

    Luma x20

    Snap One has announced its popular Luma x20 family of surveillance products now offers even greater security and privacy for home and business owners across the globe by giving them full control over integrators’ system access to view live and recorded video. According to Snap One Product Manager Derek Webb, the new “customer handoff” feature provides enhanced user control after initial installation, allowing the owners to have total privacy while also making it easy to reinstate integrator access when maintenance or assistance is required. This new feature is now available to all Luma x20 users globally. “The Luma x20 family of surveillance solutions provides excellent image and audio capture, and with the new customer handoff feature, it now offers absolute privacy for camera feeds and recordings,” Webb said. “With notifications and integrator access controlled through the powerful OvrC remote system management platform, it’s easy for integrators to give their clients full control of their footage and then to get temporary access from the client for any troubleshooting needs.”