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Cyber Security

New AI Security Flaws Exposed in DeepSeek and Claude AI by Researcher

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence technologies in recent years has revolutionized numerous sectors, introducing unprecedented capabilities and efficiencies. However, with these advancements come new and evolving security challenges. Recently, cybersecurity researcher Johann Rehberger uncovered significant security flaws in AIs such as DeepSeek and Claude AI, which have profound implications for user safety and data integrity. These discoveries highlight the

December 10, 2024

Cyber Security

Harnessing Passive DNS Data to Uncover and Disrupt Advanced Threats

In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, attackers continuously adapt their techniques to stay ahead of traditional security measures, posing significant challenges for cybersecurity professionals. As cybercriminals employ sophisticated methods to build and maintain their attack infrastructure, new approaches are crucial for effective defense. One of the groundbreaking methodologies emerging in this arena involves the utilization of passive DNS data,

December 10, 2024

Cyber Security

Will Cybersecurity Improvements Drive Hackers Toward Bigger Payoffs?

As companies ramp up their cybersecurity defenses, there is an emerging trend that hackers are shifting their focus to bigger targets with hopes for bigger payouts. With improved security measures in place, smaller organizations are becoming less tempting for cybercriminals, who now set their sights on multi-million-dollar enterprises with large revenue streams. This shift towards larger targets reveals a dark

December 10, 2024

Cyber Security

Ultralytics AI Library Compromised: Cryptocurrency Miner Delivered

In a significant breach that jeopardized a widely-used artificial intelligence tool, the Ultralytics AI library was compromised earlier this month, allowing attackers to infiltrate the system and deliver a cryptocurrency mining payload via the PyPI package repository. This incident, which came to light on December 4, exposed a critical vulnerability in the library’s build environment, exploited through a GitHub Actions

December 10, 2024

Cyber Security

Federal Appeals Court Upholds TikTok Ban Over National Security Concerns

The Federal Appeals Court for the District of Columbia Circuit has delivered a significant blow to TikTok and its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, by upholding a law that threatens to ban the popular app across the United States unless it divests its ownership. This ruling, which aligns with national security protections, has confirmed that the legislation signed by President Joe

December 10, 2024

Cyber Security

Phishing Attack Exposes Sensitive Data of Over 11,000 Children

In a distressing incident in May 2024, Datavant, a prominent health IT company, experienced a significant phishing attack that compromised the sensitive records of more than 11,000 children. Attackers managed to infiltrate the data by accessing information from a single user’s email account, leading to a breach that contained an astonishing amount of personal information. Despite Datavant’s identification of the

December 10, 2024

Customer Data Management

Balancing Personalized Ads With Consumer Privacy: Best Practices

Personalized ads are finding new ways to target consumers, even when they’re 30,000 feet in the air. A recently announced plan by United Airlines will soon offer flight passengers personalized ads on a seat-by-seat basis. And United isn’t alone in charting this course. Companies in other industries also appear to be exploring new territory in personalization. Ford just secured a

December 9, 2024

Fintech Blockchain

Shibarium Achieves New Milestones in Transactions and Wallet Growth

In a significant stride for Shiba Inu’s Layer-2 blockchain, Shibarium has achieved remarkable milestones that reflect its growing clout in the cryptocurrency realm. The network has impressively processed over 600 million transactions and has surpassed the 2 million mark for unique wallets, underscoring a surge in user activity and adoption within the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem. According to recent data,

December 9, 2024

Recruitment-and-On-boarding

Addressing Deepfake Threats: Safeguarding Businesses and HR Departments

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence technology has brought about the phenomenon of deepfakes, wherein fake videos, photos, or audio are generated with AI. These creations are becoming increasingly sophisticated and are now being utilized to impersonate job candidates and company executives, posing significant new challenges for business leaders. In particular, the domains of human resources (HR), recruitment, and cybersecurity

December 9, 2024

DevOps

Automation and Centralized Solutions for Effective Secrets Management

In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, secrets management has emerged as a critical challenge for DevOps teams. As enterprises expand, the number of secrets—such as passwords, encryption keys, APIs, tokens, and certificates—grows exponentially. These secrets are essential for securing data during its transfer between applications, but they also present a significant security risk if not managed properly. This article delves

December 9, 2024

Cloud

Navigating the Intersection of 5G and Cloud Computing in Australia

The convergence of cloud computing and 5G technology is poised to revolutionize Australia’s digital landscape in ways that promise substantial benefits. While this transformation offers remarkable potential, it also introduces significant security challenges that must be addressed to protect national interests. Cloud computing has already made a profound impact across various industries by providing on-demand computing resources that facilitate innovation

December 9, 2024

Cloud

How Does FortiAppSec Cloud Enhance Web Application Security?

Fortinet has revolutionized web application security and performance management with the introduction of FortiAppSec Cloud, a sophisticated cloud-based platform equipped to handle the increasing demands of securing web applications and API connectivity within multi-cloud environments. With organizations relying heavily on web applications for their operations, the need for a streamlined, comprehensive security solution has become paramount. FortiAppSec Cloud is designed

December 9, 2024