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IT security
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June 20, 2019
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Most mobile apps vulnerable to malware
iOS and Android apps equally vulnerable to being exploited remotely by malware, report reveals
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June 19, 2019
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Lloyds Bank uses community effort to push out DevOps
The developers and IT operations teams were once separate. Now they are one. The challenge is getting this to scale across the business
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June 19, 2019
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IoT Security Foundation publishes smart building whitepaper
The IoT Security Foundation has published a guide on security for smart buildings to highlight key issues and gather feedback to inform future guidance for industry stakeholders
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June 19, 2019
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Converged security takes centre stage at IFSEC
The importance and benefits of combining physical and cyber security was underlined in the opening session of the 2019 IFSEC security conference
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June 19, 2019
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UK government pushes data-driven agenda
A smart data report has been published with consultations under way, while an open call for evidence has been launched to help shape the national data plan
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June 19, 2019
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Signify goes after Wi-Fi with range of Li-Fi office lighting
Although analyst Gartner has urged IT departments to approach Li-Fi with caution, the use of light as an alternative to Wi-Fi is set to gain momentum
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June 18, 2019
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UK to host world’s first surveillance camera day
The UK is to host the world’s first surveillance camera day to raise awareness about surveillance cameras and generate a debate about how they are used
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June 18, 2019
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Singapore faced fewer cyber threats in 2018
Despite the fall in the number of common cyber threats last year, Singapore will continue to face advanced persistent threats, CSA warns
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June 17, 2019
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DevSecOps is key to uniting opposing forces
Unifying DevOps and security teams with the aid of automation will bring harmony and added business benefits, says systems engineer
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June 17, 2019
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Asco breaks silence on ransomware attack
A week after reportedly being hit by a ransomware attack, Belgium-based mechanical equipment manufacturer Asco has finally provided some details
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June 17, 2019
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Jun'19
Inside F5’s cyber security playbook
F5 Networks' CISO talks up measures that the application delivery and security specialist is employing to fend off cyber attackers that come knocking on its doors
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June 14, 2019
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Innovation drives Nominet to cyber security
Embracing an innovation strategy for a mature organisation led domain name registry Nominet to found a cyber security business based on its core expertise, its CEO tells London Tech Week
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June 13, 2019
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UK firms need to address risky user habits
McAfee calls for companies to ramp up their security culture and improve the integration of technical security controls to minimise exposure from workers
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June 13, 2019
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Jun'19
Facebook London hiring spree focuses on tackling online harms
Facebook is hiring for 500 tech jobs in the capital in the next six months, with a particular focus on seeking out and clamping down on malicious content and fake accounts, and curbing other harmful behaviour on its platforms
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June 13, 2019
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AI-enabled cyber attacks a reality soon, warns Mikko Hypponen
Technology continues to shape human conflict and artificial intelligence will be no exception, so business needs to up its ability to detect attacks and respond, says security expert
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June 12, 2019
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Jun'19
Operational technology security improving, but attack surface continues to grow
Critical national infrastructure providers and others are improving cyber security capabilities around industrial control systems, but the cyber threat remains high and continues to evolve, a study shows
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June 12, 2019
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Jun'19
Austrian Supreme Court green-lights GDPR case against Facebook
A potential landmark case against Facebook for violating General Data Protection Regulation rights has been given the go-ahead by the Austrian Supreme Court
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June 11, 2019
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Jun'19
In a cyber data breach, preparation is key
The importance of preparation was strongly emphasised at a breach response workshop hosted by DAC Beachcroft as part of London Tech Week
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June 11, 2019
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Jun'19
Cisco shows off AI-driven network analysis at customer event
New tools to help IT departments better understand network behaviour and predict potential problems were among a series of announcements made on the opening day of Cisco Live in the US
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June 11, 2019
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Government increases efforts to drive Verify uptake
Renewed push to create a ubiquitous digital identity market will include a consultation with the private sector and the creation of a dedicated unit
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June 11, 2019
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Most code-signing processes insecure, study shows
The majority of organisations are failing to enforce security for code-signing processes, providing opportunities for cyber criminals, a survey reveals
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June 11, 2019
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MP brands Huawei exec a ‘moral vacuum’ as operators demand 5G clarity
Huawei chief security officer John Suffolk faces tough questions from parliament’s Science and Technology Select Committee over the firm’s links to the Chinese government
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June 11, 2019
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Jun'19
Implementing Dmarc a top priority for UK
Basic email security should be a top priority for UK firms, followed by reducing third-party web exposure and monitoring data flows leaving the enterprise, a Rapid7 study reveals
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June 10, 2019
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Large firms look to zero-trust security to reduce cyber risk
In the face of increasing cyber breach risk as organisations move to hybrid multi-cloud IT environments, just over half of large firms in Europe are planning a zero-trust approach to security
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June 07, 2019
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NotPetya offers industry-wide lessons, says Maersk’s tech chief
There are several key industry-wide lessons to be learned from the NotPetya attack in 2017, according to the information chief at one of the companies most heavily impacted
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June 07, 2019
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Misconfigured container services are a security risk
Researchers at Palo Alto Networks have released details of the scale of misconfigured and exposed container services putting organisations at risk of cyber attack
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June 07, 2019
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Apple tackles iPad-to-Mac app portability
Xcode framework enables app developers to use one set of source code to target either iPadOS or MacOS
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June 07, 2019
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How ASEAN firms are using AI to combat cyber threats
Artificial intelligence tools are becoming a vital part of the security arsenal for organisations and cyber criminals alike
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June 06, 2019
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Weak cyber security top challenge, says NCSC chief Ciaran Martin
UK cyber security agency NCSC is focusing on practical support and making the internet and technology safer to use, but says the area that needs most attention is improving basic cyber security in firms, says agency chief
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June 06, 2019
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TNMOC showcases role of Wren Colossus operators in D-Day
Colossus was used to decypher German Lorenz encrypted messages, one of which appears to have given the Allies the green light
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June 06, 2019
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Firms face targeted bespoke cyber attacks, dark web study reveals
Academic study exposes prolific availability and demand for tailored malware, network access and corporate espionage services, which suggests many firms’ cyber defences are below standard
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June 06, 2019
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Legacy IT systems a significant security challenge
Information security professionals need to work closely with the business to identify critical legacy IT systems to ensure security risks are managed effectively, CISO tells Infosecurity Europe
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June 06, 2019
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Jun'19
Digital transformation an opportunity for security
Digital transformation is an opportunity not only for the business to up its game, but also for security teams to engage with and win over the business, CISO tells Infosecurity Europe
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June 05, 2019
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London could be world cyber risk leader, says ex-Lloyd’s chief
Collaboration across the cyber insurance, technology and security organisations in London could make the capital a leading world centre on these topics, says former Lloyd’s of London boss
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June 05, 2019
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DNS – a security opportunity not to be overlooked, says Nominet
Domain name system data is the best-kept secret for eliminating network cyber threats, Nominet tells Infosecurity Europe attendees
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June 05, 2019
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Jun'19
Nearly two-thirds of businesses hit by credential abuse
Most businesses admit to breaches relating to abuse of user credentials, according to a report that highlights cyber hygiene failings in the UK and the importance of greater visibility and integration to cyber defence capability
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June 04, 2019
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Businesses investing blindly in cyber security
Businesses need to find out what their real cyber risks and weaknesses are before investing in new technologies, says ethical hacker
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June 04, 2019
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Deterministic data-based AI key for security
AI-based cyber security systems have enormous potential, but under specific conditions that are essential for success, AI expert tells Infosecurity Europe
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June 04, 2019
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CIO interview: Gary Foote, CIO, Rich Energy Haas F1
When he was offered the opportunity to set up the technology for a new Formula One team from scratch, CIO Gary Foote couldn’t wait to get on the starting line
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June 04, 2019
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Cyber crime widely under-reported, Isaca study shows
Cyber crime, which is the top cyber threat to business, remains widely under-reported, and only a third of organisations are confident in their ability to detect and respond to threats, a study reveals
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June 04, 2019
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Jun'19
Beware of security blind spots in encrypted traffic
The growth of encrypted traffic has put the spotlight on intrusion prevention systems that help to surface cyber attacks conducted under the cloak of network encryption
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June 03, 2019
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Australia’s Notifiable Data Breaches scheme drives compliance but issues remain
Australia’s data breach notification rules have largely been complied with, but some quarters are calling for more clarity on the reporting threshold and tougher action against errant firms
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June 03, 2019
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Business leaders failing to address cyber threats
Businesses are failing to address growing cyber threats as business leaders admit to knowledge gaps, a lack of resources and confusion about who is responsible for data breaches, a report reveals
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May 31, 2019
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Facebook loses bid to halt European court decision on EU-US data sharing
Irish Supreme Court dismisses attempt by Facebook to prevent the European Court of Justice considering the validity of US-EU data transfers, after Austrian lawyer Max Schrems argued that they put the privacy of EU citizens at risk
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May 31, 2019
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GCHQ urged to abandon plans to access encrypted chats
Tech companies and security and policy experts are calling for more dialogue with GCHQ on encryption, urging it to ditch its proposal for eavesdropping on encrypted chats
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May 30, 2019
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A lack of skills and ownership are top challenges to OT security
A lack of skills, visibility and clarity on which business function is responsible for securing operational technology are the biggest challenges to managing the risk, a study shows
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May 30, 2019
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2.3 billion business and consumer data files exposed online
In the year since the GDPR compliance deadline, the number of data files exposed online without adequate protection is up more than 50% due to misconfigured security controls, report reveals
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May 30, 2019
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Salesforce completes Pardot fix after 12 days’ disruption
Plug was pulled on 17 May after a data script went wrong. Most users have had full access since 18 May, but 10 services remained down
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May 29, 2019
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Hackers targeting UK universities a threat to national security
Poorly defended UK university research that is mainly commissioned by government is a top target for hackers, putting national security at risk, a study reveals, underlining the need for better cyber security
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May 29, 2019
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Turla APT group beefs up cyber attack tool
An advanced persistent threat cyber espionage group has improved its tools to attack diplomatic targets, making their activities more difficult to detect and block