Tavis Ormandy, one of Google’s “Project Zero” team’s security researchers discovered a vulnerability that could effectively perform a denial-of-service attack on Windows servers. There is a 90-day disclosure deadline associated with Project Zero, and since it was day 91, Ormandy released the information.
- By Kaitlyn DeHaven
- Jun 14, 2019
Managing the traditional limitations of time and resources means that running a small business on a budget is a challenge, but these difficulties become more pronounced when resources are stretched even further by the increased security demands of new technology.
- By Terry Hearn
- Jun 14, 2019
An DDoS attack aimed at slowing connectivity for the Telegram app took place this week. The cyberattack coincided with large protests in Hong Kong, and with most of the IP addresses coming from China, it is speculated that they were involved in the attack.
- By Kaitlyn DeHaven
- Jun 14, 2019
Kapersky security researchers have identified a new phishing attack that takes place in Google Calendar. Threat actors send a Google Calendar invitation to a user that contains a malicious link hosting a phishing URL.
- By Kaitlyn DeHaven
- Jun 13, 2019
According to research done by Grand View Research, the global perimeter security market is projected to reach USD 29.6 billion by 2025.
- By Kaitlyn DeHaven
- Jun 13, 2019
Bromium®, Inc. has announced the findings of ‘Behind the Dark Net Black Mirror,’ a study that showed the growing risk posed by the dark net to the enterprise.
- By Kaitlyn DeHaven
- Jun 13, 2019
Security barometer shows 83% of Americans are concerned about a criminal attack causing physical harm at large-scale events, with half of respondents extremely or very concerned.
It’s often thought that because the servers are behind lock and key and/or in a data center, and because the data is in continuous use, encrypting the server drives isn’t needed since the data is never at-rest.
- By Garry McCracken
- Jun 12, 2019
In lieu of eight straight years of passenger growth, the Eugene Airport will be gaining a fourth explosive detection system (EDS) to increase airport security and efficiency.
- By Kaitlyn DeHaven
- Jun 12, 2019
A subcontractor of U.S. Customs & Border Protection transferred images of travelers and license plates to its network without CBP’s authorization or knowledge. He was subsequently hacked, and the information was compromised.
- By Kaitlyn DeHaven
- Jun 12, 2019
Police departments have figured out a new way to increase city security – through privately-owned surveillance cameras. While the smart home security camera market is expected to rise swiftly in the next few years, police may have to implement restrictions to develop resident support.
- By Kaitlyn DeHaven
- Jun 11, 2019
Seasoned Pro Instrumental in Bringing Company to Next Level
A group of 14 Stanford scholars put together a report of recommendations for increased election security, addressing problems of cybersecurity, ballot security, and election transparency.
- By Kaitlyn DeHaven
- Jun 11, 2019
London’s Heathrow Airport is implementing new 3D scanners that eliminate the need for passengers to remove liquids from their bag as they go through security.
- By Kaitlyn DeHaven
- Jun 11, 2019
Huawei is subject to the U.S. NDAA government ban and has been 'red flagged' on the United States “entity” list. In addition to cybersecurity concerns, Huawei now faces supply chain barriers that could impact their ability to produce many products such as Hisilicon chips.
- By John Honovich
- Jun 10, 2019
Florida officials use tactile security feature to increase security on drivers licenses and identification cards.
- By Kaitlyn DeHaven
- Jun 10, 2019
Todd Stevens will be joining the North America sales team at Community Professional Loudspeakers as the regional sales manager.
In an attempt to crack down on drug traffic on the Eisenhower Expressway, authorities installed 20 new high-surveillance cameras.
- By Kaitlyn DeHaven
- Jun 10, 2019