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    This stealthy Linux malware starts off small but gradually takes control

    Image: Getty A stealthy new form of malware is targeting Linux systems in attacks that can take full control of infected devices – and it is using this access to install crypto-mining malware.  Dubbed Shikitega, the malware targets endpoints and Internet of Things devices that run on Linux operating systems and has been detailed by cybersecurity […] More

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    Most IT pros think a company breach could threaten national security

    <figure uuid="e7fc9475-211b-4e72-aecb-c7dab27eefd7" size="original" float="none" image-caption=" Oh look. It’s happened again. ” image-credit=”Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto” image-alt-text=”Two Professional IT Programers Discussing Blockchain Data Network Architecture Design and Development Shown on Desktop Computer Display. Working Data Center Technical Department with Server Racks.” image-filename=”cybersecurity-training.jpg” image-date-created=”2020/02/19″ image-width=”1365″ image-height=”768″ image-do-not-crop=”false” image-do-not-resize=”false” image-watermark=”false” lightbox=”false” preload=”true” class=”c-shortcodeImage u-clearfix c-shortcodeImage-large c-shortcodeImage-hasCaption”> Oh look. It’s […] More

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    The second-biggest school district in the US was hit with ransomware

    Shutterstock Los Angeles Unified, the second-largest school district in the US, was hit with a ransomware attack over the weekend, the school district announced Tuesday. Despite the “significant disruption” to the school district’s IT infrastructure, school opened as usual on Tuesday.  Based on a preliminary analysis of critical business systems, LA Unified said employee healthcare […] More

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    This overlooked cybersecurity risk could create an ocean of trouble for us all

    Image: Getty/Sven Hansche One of the key components of global trade is also one of the most vulnerable to cybersecurity threats – and if such an attack was successful, it would cause huge disruption with knock-on effects for people around the world.  According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), over 80% […] More

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    Google Chrome zero-day flaw: Users urged to install update 'immediately'

    Image: Getty/iStockphoto Google has released a security update for the Chrome browser on Windows, Mac and Linux to fix a newly discovered zero-day vulnerability that is being exploited actively by cyberattacks – and users are urged to apply the update as soon as possible.  The release, which updates Google Chrome to version 105.0.5195.102, fixes what’s […] More

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    Hackers gained access to Samsung customer data

    Corinne Reichert/ZDNET Hackers gained access to Samsung’s US systems and stole customer information, the mobile phone giant said Friday. The cybersecurity breach took place in late July, and by August 4, Samsung discovered that customer information was taken.  The hackers didn’t gain access to Social Security numbers, or credit card or debit card numbers, Samsung […] More

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    Dashlane password manager deal: Save 50% on Premium

    Worried about hackers lately? With the sudden influx of hacking attempts, it makes sense to opt for password encryption for extra security. If you’ve never tried one before, Dashlane password manager is hosting a 50% off sale right now for new customers. With a special code, you can get the premium package for only $30 […] More