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  • "HolaVPN Is a Massive Security Risk, Security Researchers Warn"

    Trend Micro Inc. recently warned of the significant security risks posed by the widely-used virtual private network provider, HolaVPN. Users are urged to cease their use of HolaVPN as the data sent via this service has been found to be unencrypted.…

  • "Protecting Critical Internet Infrastructure from IoT Device Risks"

    IoT devices continue to pose security risks to operational networks such as those used by federal agencies. These security risks must be prevented as such networks are important for the protection of our nation's critical infrastructure. This article…

  • "The Benefits and Limitations of AI in Cybersecurity"

    A survey conducted by Osterman Research to which over 400 U.S. security analysts who work in large organizations responded, show trends and attitudes surrounding the use of AI in cybersecurity. The results of this survey indicate that AI is…

  • "'Hack the Air Force' Bug Hunting Challenge Uncovers 120 Flaws in Websites and Services"

    A bug bounty program launched by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), called Hack the Air Force, allowed hackers to find and report security vulnerabilities contained by public-facing Air Force websites and services. Hackers that participated in the…

  • "Attackers Are Using Cloud Services to Mask Attack Origin and Build False Trust"

    According to a report released by Menlo Security, the padlock in a browser’s URL bar gives users a false sense of security as cloud hosting services are being used by attackers to host malware droppers. The use of this tactic allows attackers to hide the…

  • "Anti-Hacker Team Develops Data Sharing Scheme for Cloud Storage"

    Data security continues to be a challenge in cloud computing. An approach to improving the security of information in cloud computing environments has been suggested by scientists from the Laboratory of Problem-Oriented Cloud Computing at South Ural…

  • "How a Personality Trait Puts You at Risk for Cybercrime"

    Researchers at Michigan State University conducted a study that examines the behaviors that could lead people to becoming victims of cybercrime. According to the study, those who lack self-control are more likely to fall victim to cyberattacks such as…

  • "Better Security Achieved with Randomly Generating Biological Encryption Keys"

    A team of engineers at Penn State University has proposed a way in which the security of data could be improved. The engineers suggest the random generation of encryption keys through the use of living cells. Such encryption keys would be impossible…

  • "Cyber-Security Standards for Connected and Automated Vehicles Published"

    The British Standards Institute has published a new cybersecurity standard for connected and automated cars. This standard will help the car industry in the improvement and preservation of security for connected and automated vehicles. This…

  • "Remote Firmware Attack Renders Servers Unbootable"

    Security researchers from Eclypsium have demonstrated a way in which servers could be bricked by adversaries. The attack involves the exploitation of baseboard managements controllers (BMCs), which are specialized microcontrollers that are implemented…

  • "New Cyber Readiness Program Launched for SMBs"

    Small and medium business (SMBs) that may lack the resources to prioritize cybersecurity will be aided by the Cyber Readiness Program, which has been launched by the Cyber Readiness Institute.  Improving the cybersecurity of SMBs is important as…

  • "How an Immune-System Model Mitigates Risks from Cyber Attacks on the Power Grid"

    GE Global researchers are working on developing the world's first industrial immune system. The industrial immune system will identify, find, and neutralize cyber threats faced by critical power systems and assets. This article continues to discuss the…