CyberSecurity


Russian Hackers are Using Microsoft Windows to Spy

Russian Hackers are Using Microsoft Windows to Spy

The hackers are targeting the Ukrainian government, a European government agency, two European companies and a United States scholar.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Oct 14, 2014


10 Top Cyber Security Safety Tips

In honor of National Cyber Security Awareness Month, these not-so-familiar tips will help keep you safer online.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Oct 10, 2014
Japan Court Orders Google to Remove Search Results

Japan Court Orders Google to Remove Search Results

The court ordered Google to remove results of a man’s unflattering past.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Oct 10, 2014
Twitter Files Suit over National Security Data

Twitter Files Suit over National Security Data

Social media giant feels First Amendment right has been violated.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Oct 09, 2014
Symantec Reportedly Looking to Split into Two

Symantec Reportedly Looking to Split into Two

The security and storage company looks to split the two categories into separate organizations.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Oct 08, 2014
Yahoo Claims a Server Attack was not the Shellshock Bug

Yahoo Claims a Server Attack was not the Shellshock Bug

Yahoo officials made a statement regarding a bug that was discovered by hackers looking to exploit the system.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Oct 07, 2014
Cyber Security is Everyone

Cyber Security is Everyone's Job

Many are aware of cyber security issues on a global basis, making cyber security the responsibility of everyone who interacts with the Internet in some form or fashion.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Oct 03, 2014
Cyberattack against JPMorgan Chase Affects 76 Million Households

Cyberattack against JPMorgan Chase Affects 76 Million Households

The attack also affected an estimated seven million businesses.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Oct 03, 2014
Jimmy John’s Shops Hit by Data Breach

Jimmy John’s Shops Hit by Data Breach

Over 200 restaurants were affected

  • By Matt Holden
  • Sep 25, 2014
Apple Can’t Unlock your iPhone for the Police, even with a Search Warrant

Apple Can’t Unlock Your iPhone for the Police, Even With a Search Warrant

The company says it has made it impossible in order to deflect allegations of collecting user information.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Sep 18, 2014

Fluidmesh Solutions Make a Splash at Magic Waters Waterpark

The objective: to create an additional network throughout the park as a back up to aging fiber network.

  • Sep 16, 2014
The Home Depot Hack was Easy

The Home Depot Hack was Easy

Another hack in the long line of recent cyber-attacks, Home Depot’s issues showcase a bigger problem: the simplicity of the hack

  • By Matt Holden
  • Sep 10, 2014
HealthCare.gov Faces Security Breach Scare

HealthCare.gov Faces Security Breach Scare

A test version of the government’s health insurance site was hacked.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Sep 08, 2014
Apple Adds Additional Layer of Security to iCloud

Apple Adds Additional Layer of Security to iCloud

Three things you can do to better protect the data on your cloud.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Sep 08, 2014
Google Maps Sees Every Nook and Cranny Inside Buildings

Google Maps Sees Every Nook and Cranny Inside Buildings

Google believes Cartographer will be useful for trade shows, conferences and concerts.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Sep 04, 2014
Q and A with Chief Information Security Officer at Duke University about Yubico

Q and A with Chief Information Security Officer at Duke University about Yubico

Richard Biever talks strong authentication, two-factor authentication, YubiKey, user feedback and working with Yubico.

  • Sep 03, 2014

Data Breaches: Who’s Ultimately Responsible?

In 0.27 seconds, these were the top headlines that Google pulled from 67,500 results highlighting the latest data breaches around the globe.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Sep 01, 2014
Google Maps Tracks Your Every Step – But You Can Stop It

Google Maps Tracks Your Every Step – But You Can Stop It

A little-known data collecting process by Google can be switched off.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Aug 29, 2014
Action Steps for Parents to Do Today to Protect Student Data

Action Steps for Parents to Do Today to Protect Student Data

These actions will help put you back in control of your child's data.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Aug 28, 2014
How Schools Use Private Student Data

How Schools Use Private Student Data

Non-educators want access to student data to apply principles of big data analysis to it.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Aug 27, 2014

Featured

  • 2025 Security LeadHER Conference Program Announced

    ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA) – the leading membership associations for the security industry – have announced details for the 2025 Security LeadHER conference, a special event dedicated to advancing, connecting and empowering women in the security profession. The third annual Security LeadHER conference will be held Monday, June 9 – Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center in Detroit, Michigan. This carefully crafted program represents a comprehensive professional development opportunity for women in security this year. To view the full lineup at this year’s event, please visit securityleadher.org. Read Now

    • Industry Events

  • Report: 82 Percent of Phishing Emails Used AI

    KnowBe4, the world-renowned cybersecurity platform that comprehensively addresses human risk management, today launched its Phishing Threat Trend Report, detailing key trends, new data, and threat intelligence insights surrounding phishing threats targeting organizations at the start of 2025. Read Now

  • NRF Supports Federal Bill to Thwart Retail Crime

    The National Retail Federation recently announced its support for the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025. The act was introduced by Chairman Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, Senator Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., and Representative Dave Joyce, R-Ohio. Read Now

  • ISC West 2025 Brings Almost 29,000 Industry Professionals to Las Vegas

    ISC West 2025, organized by RX and in collaboration with the Security Industry Association, concluded at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas last week. The nation’s leading comprehensive and converged security event attracted nearly 29,000 industry professionals and left a lasting impression on the global security community. Over five action-packed days, ISC West welcomed more than 19,000 attendees and featured 750 exhibiting brands. Read Now

    • Industry Events
    • ISC West

  • Tradeshow Work Can Be Fun

    While at ISC West last week, I ran into numerous friends and associates all of which was a pleasant experience. The first question always seemed to be, “How many does this make for you?” Read Now

    • Industry Events
    • ISC West
Most   Popular

New Products

  • Connect ONE’s powerful cloud-hosted management platform provides the means to tailor lockdowns and emergency mass notifications throughout a facility – while simultaneously alerting occupants to hazards or next steps, like evacuation.

    Connect ONE®

    Connect ONE’s powerful cloud-hosted management platform provides the means to tailor lockdowns and emergency mass notifications throughout a facility – while simultaneously alerting occupants to hazards or next steps, like evacuation.

  • A8V MIND

    A8V MIND

    Hexagon’s Geosystems presents a portable version of its Accur8vision detection system. A rugged all-in-one solution, the A8V MIND (Mobile Intrusion Detection) is designed to provide flexible protection of critical outdoor infrastructure and objects. Hexagon’s Accur8vision is a volumetric detection system that employs LiDAR technology to safeguard entire areas. Whenever it detects movement in a specified zone, it automatically differentiates a threat from a nonthreat, and immediately notifies security staff if necessary. Person detection is carried out within a radius of 80 meters from this device. Connected remotely via a portable computer device, it enables remote surveillance and does not depend on security staff patrolling the area.

  • ResponderLink

    ResponderLink

    Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), an Alarm.com company and a global leader in gunshot detection solutions, has introduced ResponderLink, a groundbreaking new 911 notification service for gunshot events. ResponderLink completes the circle from detection to 911 notification to first responder awareness, giving law enforcement enhanced situational intelligence they urgently need to save lives. Integrating SDS’s proven gunshot detection system with Noonlight’s SendPolice platform, ResponderLink is the first solution to automatically deliver real-time gunshot detection data to 911 call centers and first responders. When shots are detected, the 911 dispatching center, also known as the Public Safety Answering Point or PSAP, is contacted based on the gunfire location, enabling faster initiation of life-saving emergency protocols.