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 August 12, 2019
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8 Head-Turning Ransomware Attacks to Hit City Governments
Hackers know vulnerable systems when they see them, and they also know this: Many government systems are decades old, running Windows 7 and even Windows XP.
New Vulnerability Risk Model Promises More-Efficient Security
Taking into account more factors than the current CVSS makes for a better assessment of actual danger.
It's (Still) the Password, Stupid!
The best way to protect your identity in cyberspace is the simplest: Use a variety of strong passwords, and never, ever, use "123456" no matter how easy it is to type.
State Farm Reports Credential-Stuffing Attack
The insurer has informed customers a third party used a list of user IDs and passwords to attempt access into online accounts.
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Black Hat 2019: Security Culture Is Everyone's Culture
In his Black Hat USA keynote, Square's Dino Dai Zovi discussed lessons learned throughout his cybersecurity career and why culture trumps strategy.
Equifax CISO: 'Trust Starts and Ends with You'
Organizational culture is key to good enterprise security posture, Jamil Farshchi told Black Hat attendees.
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Significant Vulnerabilities Found in 6 Common Printer Brands
In a half-year project, two researchers tested six of the top enterprise printer brands and found vulnerabilities in every device, some of which allow remote execution.

Securing DevOps Is About People and Culture
Preconceived notions and divisions make building security into the software development life cycle an uphill battle for many organizations.

Boeing 787 On-Board Network Vulnerable to Remote Hacking, Researcher Says
Boeing disputes IOActive findings ahead of security firm's Black Hat USA presentation.

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7 Online Safety Tips for College Students
Heading back to campus soon? Here are seven tips that will get your digital house in order and keep you safe online this semester.
Yes, FaceApp Really Could Be Sending Your Data to Russia
FaceApp has an unprecedented level of access to data from 150 million users. What could its endgame be? We unpack three potential risks.
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Modern-Day SOCs: People, Process & Technology
As businesses look to the future and invest in next-generation tools, here are some considerations for more effective planning.
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