Infosecurity News
Fax Attack: Researchers Warn of New Vector for Hackers
Check Point shows how networks could be infiltrated via insecure fax protocol
NHS Patient Data at Risk from Historic Breach: Report
Password reuse may have exposed NHS databases
Variant of KeyPass Trojan Takes Manual Control
A new variant of KeyPass ransomware targets developing nations.
More Than 10K Recorded Vulnerabilities in 2018
2018 has the highest number of disclosed vulnerabilities on record at the mid-year point.
Firms at Mercy of Smarter, Faster Cyber-Criminals
96% of firms experienced at least one severe exploit, according to a new Fortinet report.
IT Security Pros Lay Bare Election Hacking Fears
Just 3% are confident governments can block attacks
Butlin’s Customers Face Anxious Holiday After Breach Alert
Potentially stolen data could tell hackers when homes are empty
UK Online Fraud Blasts Past £2bn
Cyber fraud losses up 38% but fewer defrauded
#DEFCON Government Attacks and Surveillance Continue to Increase
Research shows the levels of state-sponsored acquisition of offensive weapons, and internet shutdowns.
#DEFCON L0pht Reunite to Find Security Unimproved
Six members of the L0pht hacking group reunited to discuss the current state of cybersecurity.
#DEFCON Vote Hacking Village Refute NASS 'Unfair' Claims
DEFCON's vote hacking village hits back at claims of unfair environment from US government department.
#DEFCON DHS Says Collaboration Needed for Secure Infrastructure and Elections
DHS calls for public and private sector collaboration to improve infrastructure and election security.
New Security Awareness Practitioner Certification
InfoSec Institute is now offering a three-day boot camp to combat end-user risks.
Risk of Fraud in Mobile Point-of-Sale Device Flaw
Researchers at Black Hat reveal a vulnerability in mPOS terminals.
Lack of Hardened Benchmarks Leads to Poor Cyber Hygiene
Two-thirds of organizations fail to use established benchmarks for implementing security controls.
Satellite Flaws Raise Aviation Fears
Researchers reveal how bugs could be exploited to hack planes from the ground
Cops Claim Victory After Busting $1m Phone Fraud Ring
Twelve charged after allegedly hijacking customers’ accounts
Smart Cities at Risk from 'Panic Attacks'
IBM claims false radiation alerts and gridlock could result
#BHUSA The Value of Skills, Education and Experience in Information Security Hiring
How a well-balanced demonstration of your skills, experience and education can win you the dream job in cyber.
#BHUSA Focus on Hiring and Retaining Female Security Employees
Why better attention on hiring and staff evaluation can lead to better staff retention.
