Cybersafety stories - Page 16

Zoom responds to privacy criticisms with Zoom 5.0, introducing AES 256-bit GCM encryption and enhanced data routing controls, to restore user trust.

Attivo Networks' research reveals user networks and endpoints as the biggest concerns for cybersecurity professionals, with a 65% increase from last year.

Kaspersky unveils enhanced Endpoint Security Cloud to tackle remote work vulnerabilities, offering improved oversight on shadow IT and secure cloud services.

WhiteHawk launches its Cyber Risk Program amid new partnership with a global consulting firm, already securing over USD $400,000 in initial revenues.

Risk Based Security says the leaked data sets include email addresses, usernames, and bcrypt hashed passwords of 3,954,416 users.

Investigations reveal security flaws in Ford and VW smart cars, exposing drivers to privacy breaches and hackers' control over critical vehicle functions.

Zscaler plans to acquire Cloudneeti, a Cloud Security Posture Management firm, to enhance data protection on its Cloud Security Platform.

The company says it identifies 230 million misconfigurations on average each day – proof, it says, that this risk is prevalent and widespread.

Bitdefender has discovered a powerful new IoT botnet, 'dark_nexus,' that dwarfs previous threats with advanced features and complex DDoS tactics.

The shift to remote work amid COVID-19 has intensified cyber threats, raising questions about data security and privacy. Aura GM Peter Bailey shares insights.

Ping Identity's Ashley Diffey argues that perimeter-based models must be replaced with identity-centric security, amid rising COVID-19 cyber threats.

Employee errors are now the leading threat to personal data, surpassing hacker attacks and malicious insiders, according to an nCipher Security report.

Google Chrome delays its SameSite Cookie policy update due to COVID-19, to ensure stability for essential services websites like banking and healthcare.

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A Positive Technologies report reveals data theft now surpasses cash as the main goal for cyber attackers, reflecting a 20-point annual rise.

Guardicore Labs has uncovered a persistent cyber attack that has compromised 3,000 MS-SQL servers daily since 2018, deploying RATs and cryptominers.

ManageEngine's VP Rajesh Ganesan says legacy VPNs lack the necessary security for today's remote working needs, promoting their advanced remote solutions.

Marriott International has suffered a cyber attack, compromising the personal information of 5.2 million guests, marking its second breach in two years.

The popular face-to-face video hosting service has been accused of hacking users' other accounts, a claim Houseparty disputes.

Acronis has appointed Neil Morarji as APAC General Manager and launched new Partner Programmes, aiming to enhance cyber protection and boost regional growth.