Here are some cyber security tips you can implement to safeguard your company’s data. Create a cyber security plan. Assess your vulnerabilities and write down solutions for each one. Implement a clean desk policy. Require employees to properly safeguard confidential data. Install a firewall. Create an invisible barrier that scans incoming internet traffic for security threats. Use an antivirus program to identify and contain threats on computers, laptops, and tablets....

My team and I tested 50+ torrent sites and shortlisted the top 12 that still work and have good, longstanding reputations. Plus, each one verifies torrents for added safety. That said, even my recommended sites aren’t immune to the occasional hacker or malicious link, so I recommend using a powerful VPN for safe torrenting. A VPN hides your IP address with military-grade encryption to keep you safe and anonymous. My favorite is ExpressVPN because of its robust security features and fast speeds for torrenting....

What are the key objectives and mission of GISEC? To highlight the importance of knowledge sharing amidst the increasingly growing prevalence of cyber threats and attacks globally and provide a forum for industry leaders demonstrate the latest solutions and best practices to guard against attacks. To provide the region and global information security sector with a strategic peer-to-peer knowledge sharing platform Facilitating unique opportunities for visitors to meet and network with leading IT security companies and like-minded professionals across the full spectrum of industry verticals such as national security, banking and financial services, governance, oil & gas, IT and pharmaceuticals....

Unfortunately, M6 streaming services are unavailable to anyone located outside France. Using a VPN is the best solution to this problem. However, not all VPNs can actually unblock M6. Those that do provide access are sometimes quite slow, meaning you won’t be able to stream in high quality. I tested all the major VPNs on the market to find the five best ones that can access M6 and are able to maintain a stable, high-quality connection, so you can stream everything in HD....

I tested dozens of VPNs to find out which ones could give me access to Belgian TV and were fast enough for buffer-free streaming. After some hiccups and a lot of comparisons, 3 VPNs stood out from the crowd - they all provide super fast connections, solid unblocking, and a lot of value features to boot. ExpressVPN is my #1 choice because of its performance. It has the fastest upload and download speeds, tons of value features, and a highly reliable network....

Your privacy is also at risk in Alaska unless you use a VPN. The US government shares data about its citizens with other countries within the 5/9/14 Eyes Alliances. Plus, you need extra protection against cyber threats, especially when using unsecured public WiFi hotspots. My team and I tested over 90 services to find the best VPNs for Alaska. The shortlisted VPNs have global server networks to bypass geoblocks easily....

Antivirus software, VPNs, and firewalls work alongside user vigilance to cut the risks to privacy while surfing the web. But, one of the tools users rely on to support their vigilance is about to disappear. On April 17, 2018 Chrome is removing trust in NortonLifeLock-issued certificates. Why is Google taking this step and what does it mean for VPN vendors? We discuss that, and more, below. Why is Google distrusting NortonLifeLock TLS Certificates?...

A few helpful tips on securing your S3 buckets are: Despite their popularity, data breaches are not uncommon with AWS S3 buckets. Indeed, some notable data breaches, such as the US voter records leak, which compromised the data of 198 million Americans, are attributable to misconfigured S3 access policies. The SEGA vulnerability that was recently discovered and patched, was based on similar S3 access issues. AWS users must know how to secure and protect their S3 buckets....

Although the company released its iOS 16.1.2 update on Nov. 30 — available on Apple’s iPhone 8 and later devices — it only confirmed the security upgrade for the bug on Tuesday. What We Know About WebKit Bugzilla 248266 In its disclosure, Apple said that Google Threat Analysis Group (TAG) researcher Clément Lecigne uncovered the vulnerability affecting WebKit — tracked as WebKit Bugzilla 248266 or CVE-2022-42856. WebKit is Apple’s web browser engine that powers Safari and iOS apps, and threat actors typically exploit WebKit bugs when a target visits a malicious domain in the browser or through the in-app browser....

Your Advertising ID is Worth a Lot Some years ago, several tech companies started assigning mobile devices an “advertising ID”. This ID can be sent to advertisers, marketers and other third parties. They will then use this ID to track the user’s movements and give more insight in their application usage. An advertising ID is stored on the device and can be retrieved by any app users download and install. Based on a device’s ID, app developers can map user behavior, identify trends and even put certain users into cohorts....

Telehealth Market The current pandemic limits physical contact. This limit is an issue for many businesses, but it has definitely been a challenge for doctors. That is why governments and organizations have made a move towards technology to inform people about their health. Many track and trace apps that are developed are paired with an app that can be used to ask questions to healthcare professionals. Babylon Health’s app functions in a similar way....

However, not everything you can access for free on the web is legal or safe. Unauthorized video streams and torrents come with a host of dangers, from malware to legal consequences for breach of copyright. The good news is that it’s possible to access outstanding free movie and TV streams safely and legally with a VPN. A quality VPN encrypts your connection and blocks intrusive ads and trackers, keeping your private data safe from hackers, scammers, and phishing attacks....

Rice was patenting this new biometric and within this patent, he described the concept of a biometric watch, which validates biometric activation upon recognition of a unique wrist vein pattern. As soon as the watch is taken off the user’s wrist, all its functions are immediately deactivated. A year after I started studying vein biometrics for my PhD in Switzerland, I came across Rice’s patent. When I discovered the concept of a biometric watch (aka Biowatch ), I decided to call Joe, who told me he was looking for a young person who could turn this concept into a viable product....

Threat actors from China, North Korea, Turkey, and Iran have deployed a variety of techniques so far, such as phishing attacks to conduct reconnaissance, and using malware to penetrate their targets’ networks, Proofpoint said. However, gathering intelligence is not the sole aim of such campaigns. “Some campaigns have targeted the media for a competitive intelligence edge while others have targeted journalists immediately following their coverage painting a regime in a poor light or as a means to spread disinformation or propaganda,” Proofpoint’s blog post reads....

FlyTrap Trojan Spread Through Android Apps Zimperium’s zLabs threat research team recently discovered a previously undetected Trojan distributed through both Google Play and third-party application stores. Security researchers found three apps with the ability to inject malicious JavaScript code into a victim’s device. Thus, enabling hackers to extract confidential information. The format was very simple. In the first scenario, the perpetrators offered free coupons and discount codes for Netflix or Google AdWords to their victims....

Google’s President of Global Affairs & Chief Legal Officer, Kent Walker, and the company’s VP of Engineering for Privacy, Safety, and Security, Royal Hansen, penned a blog post highlighting the need for tech companies to take a “completely new approach” to designing their products and services. “People deserve products that are secure by default and systems that are built to withstand the growing onslaught from attackers,” they wrote. “Safety should be fundamental: built-in, enabled out of the box, and not added on as an afterthought....

The scam begins with a phishing email warning victims that their accounts risk being deleted. The email contains an “Appeal Now” button, which redirects victims to Messenger, where they take up their complaints with a chatbot. The entire campaign is very elaborate, and the “appeal” process is made to seem legitimate. However, there are certain obvious errors and indicators, especially in the phishing email, that ought to raise suspicion....

93% Of Companies Breached in 30 Minutes to 10 Days Positive Technologies experts revealed how easy it is for hackers to breach an organization’s internal network. They presented the results of their study in a report that also describes the most common security issues and attack methods. Types of companies tested included finance (32%), IT (21%), fuel and energy (21%), government agencies (11%), hospitality and entertainment (7%), industry (4%), and telecoms (4%)....

Privacy Concerns with Skype Microsoft recently updated its service agreement with language that has privacy experts concerned. The update which went into effect on May 1st, applies to Skype as well as Xbox Live gamers. Microsoft inserted language that prohibits users from “publicly display[ing] or share[ing] inappropriate content or material.” Microsoft also added rules giving the company the right to review your content in the process of investigating any complaint. For Skype users, this seems to clearly indicate that Microsoft stores your calls and can watch them later if they choose to investigate how you are using their service....

What is Firefly III? Firefly III is an open-source application compatible with multiple devices. Firefly III tracks personal finances, including “any currency you want, including cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum.” According to the official website, Firefly III is “a self-hosted financial manager. It can help you keep track of expenses, income, budgets, and everything in between. It supports credit cards, shared household accounts, and savings accounts. It’s pretty fancy. You should use it to save and organise money....