VMware is urging users to uninstall the deprecated Enhanced Authentication Plugin (EAP) following the discovery of a critical security flaw. Tracked as CVE-2024-22245 (CVSS score: 9.6), the vulnerability has been described as an arbitrary authentication relay bug. “A malicious actor could trick a target domain user with EAP installed in their web browser into requesting […]
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U.S. and U.K. authorities have seized the darknet websites run by LockBit, a prolific and destructive ransomware group that has claimed more than 2,000 victims worldwide and extorted over $120 million in payments. Instead of listing data stolen from ransomware victims who didn’t pay, LockBit’s victim shaming website now offers free recovery tools, as well […]
Cyber NewsInfrastructure Consulting for Hyperconnected Urban Centers Imagine a city where traffic flows seamlessly, public services are hyper-responsive, and digital connections are the lifeblood of every urban function. This isn’t just a scene from a futuristic movie, but a reality that many urban centers are steadily approaching. With the advent of smart technologies and the Internet […]
Technology Infrastructure TransformationIncident Response Mechanics in Large-scale IoT Invasions Imagine walking into your living room and finding your smart refrigerator conspiring with your Wi-Fi enabled thermostat, plotting their next move in a cyber war. It sounds like something out of a sci-fi thriller, but in the realm of the Internet of Things (IoT), such scenarios—though dramatized here—are […]
Incident Response TestingHarmonizing Global Regulations with Privacy Compliance Frameworks In the vast tapestry of the modern world, two threads have become particularly intertwined: the increasing importance of data privacy and the global nature of business. As companies expand beyond borders, they often find themselves navigating a complex maze of regulations, each designed to protect citizens’ personal data. […]
Privacy ComplianceGDPR Compliance: Challenges in Cross-Border Data Transfers The digital landscape has been continually evolving, and with this evolution comes the ever-growing concern for data protection. One regulation that has created waves across the globe is the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). While it primarily governs the European Union and the European Economic Area, its influence […]
GDPR ComplianceEmbracing the Cloud: The Cloud Technology Analyst’s Modern Playbook The landscape of technology is ever-changing, and in recent times, one area has emerged as the epicenter of this transformation: cloud computing. No longer the future, the cloud is now at the heart of business strategies, underpinning innovation, scalability, and agility. As a cloud technology analyst, […]
Cloud Technology AnalystDecoding Cybersecurity Trends: A Day in the Life of a Cybersecurity Analyst Cybersecurity is the invisible armor of our time, and the soldiers wielding it are cybersecurity analysts. Their role? To guard the digital fortresses of businesses, governments, and individuals alike. But what does a day in their shoes actually look like? Let’s unravel the […]
Cyber Security AnalystCyber Insurance Readiness Assessment in the Ransomware Era The explosive rise of ransomware attacks in recent years has brought the issue of cyber insurance to the forefront for businesses worldwide. From small businesses to international corporations, no organization is immune to the risk. The evolution of ransomware tactics and techniques has made this type of […]
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