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Craig Anderson

Craig Anderson focuses on Digital Transformation, with articles exploring Cybersecurity and DevOps. Craig's work has benefited industry professionals with key strategic pivots like migrating to the cloud, adopting agile practices, and successfully implementing automation. 
SMTP Smuggling: A New Attack Technique Bypasses Email Authentication Mechanisms
Cyber Security
SMTP Smuggling: A New Attack Technique Bypasses Email Authentication Mechanisms

With the increasing reliance on email for communication, ensuring the security and authenticity of emails has become a critical concern. However, a new attack technique called SMTP Smuggling has emerged, allowing malicious actors to bypass email authentication mechanisms and send out spoofed emails that appear to come from trusted domains. This article delves into the intricacies of SMTP Smuggling, its

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Iranian Cyber Espionage Group MuddyWater Exploits New C2 Framework in Telecom Sector Attacks
Cyber Security
Iranian Cyber Espionage Group MuddyWater Exploits New C2 Framework in Telecom Sector Attacks

The Iranian nation-state actor known as MuddyWater has recently intensified its cyber espionage activities, targeting the telecommunications sector in Egypt, Sudan, and Tanzania. This group, assessed to be affiliated with Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS), has been diligently expanding its toolset and employing innovative techniques to evade detection and fulfill its strategic objectives. In these operations, MuddyWater has

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Magecart Veteran ATMZOW Explores New Domains in Google Tag Manager: A Detailed Analysis
Cyber Security
Magecart Veteran ATMZOW Explores New Domains in Google Tag Manager: A Detailed Analysis

In a recent revelation, Magecart Veteran ATMZOW has unearthed 40 new domains within the realms of Google Tag Manager (GTM), shedding light on the evolving tactics employed by cybercriminals. This development has raised concerns within the cybersecurity community, given the widespread usage of GTM and its potential as a gateway for hackers to infiltrate websites with malicious code. In this

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Navigating the Digital Transformation Landscape: Why Generative AI is a Game-Changer for CIOs
IT Digital Transformation
Navigating the Digital Transformation Landscape: Why Generative AI is a Game-Changer for CIOs

In today’s fast-paced digital world, organizations are increasingly recognizing the importance of embracing emerging technologies to stay competitive. Among the various cutting-edge technologies, generative artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a top priority for CIOs in their digital transformation endeavors. This article explores why generative AI should occupy the top slot on CIOs’ digital transformation priorities and how it can

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Urgent Alert: CISA Calls for Elimination of Default Passwords on Internet-Exposed Systems
Cyber Security
Urgent Alert: CISA Calls for Elimination of Default Passwords on Internet-Exposed Systems

In an alarming development, the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is urgently urging manufacturers to eliminate default passwords on internet-exposed systems altogether. Default passwords, which are commonly used by vendors to configure embedded systems, devices, and appliances, pose significant security risks. With threat actors exploiting these defaults to gain unauthorized access, CISA’s recommendation comes as a critical measure

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Shaping the Digital Era: The Crucial Role of Human-Computer Interaction and User Experience Design
IT Digital Transformation
Shaping the Digital Era: The Crucial Role of Human-Computer Interaction and User Experience Design

In today’s digital age, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) plays a crucial role in driving digital transformation across industries. HCI focuses on designing interfaces and interactions between humans and computers, with the goal of improving user experience and usability. By prioritizing the needs and preferences of users, organizations can enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty, leading to business growth and success. Enhancing Customer

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Kraft Heinz Investigates Alleged Ransomware Attack by Snatch Group
Cyber Security
Kraft Heinz Investigates Alleged Ransomware Attack by Snatch Group

In a concerning development, Kraft Heinz, one of the world’s largest food and beverage companies, is currently investigating the claims made by a known ransomware group, Snatch. The group alleges that they were able to breach Kraft Heinz’s systems, but the company is currently unable to verify these cybercriminals’ allegations. This article delves into the details surrounding the incident and

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Zoom Security Issues: Privilege Escalation Vulnerabilities in Desktop and Mobile Apps
Cyber Security
Zoom Security Issues: Privilege Escalation Vulnerabilities in Desktop and Mobile Apps

Zoom has gained immense popularity as a video conferencing software, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, recent security concerns have surfaced regarding vulnerabilities in Zoom’s desktop and mobile apps. In this article, we will delve into the various privilege escalation vulnerabilities that have been identified and their potential impact on user security. Privilege Escalation Vulnerability Privilege escalation refers to an

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Cyberattack Disrupts Operations at Newsquest, UK’s Largest Regional Media Group
Cyber Security
Cyberattack Disrupts Operations at Newsquest, UK’s Largest Regional Media Group

Newsquest, one of the UK’s largest regional media groups, recently fell victim to a sophisticated cyber attack that has disrupted operations at its local news outlets. The attack, which occurred on December 11th, has caused intermittent website outages and left journalists unable to file stories. The incident has been reported to the UK National Cyber Security Centre, underscoring the seriousness

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Bluetooth Trackers: The Unexpected Tool in Organized Crime
Cyber Security
Bluetooth Trackers: The Unexpected Tool in Organized Crime

Bluetooth trackers have become increasingly popular for their ability to help people locate keys and other personal items. However, these handy devices have taken on a much darker role in the world of organized crime. The European agency for law enforcement cooperation, Europol, has issued a warning about the misuse of Bluetooth tags by criminals to geolocate loot. This article

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Powering Digital Transformation: Advantages of Combining Network-as-a-Service and Edge Cloud Computing
IT Digital Transformation
Powering Digital Transformation: Advantages of Combining Network-as-a-Service and Edge Cloud Computing

In today’s fast-paced digital world, traditional cloud-based solutions have limitations in terms of latency and scalability, particularly for data-intensive applications at the edge. However, the emergence of Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) and edge cloud computing has revolutionized the landscape by bringing the power of the cloud closer to the data source. This article explores the benefits of combining NaaS and edge cloud,

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Exploitation of OAuth Applications: A Growing Threat to User Accounts and Organizations
Cyber Security
Exploitation of OAuth Applications: A Growing Threat to User Accounts and Organizations

With the rise of OAuth applications, a new avenue for hackers to compromise user accounts and gain unauthorized access has emerged. These applications, designed to enhance user experience and simplify authentication processes, are now being exploited by cyber threat actors. In this article, we will delve into how hackers are leveraging OAuth vulnerabilities to manipulate privileges, execute crypto mining operations,

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