Dark Reading Weekly -- October 12, 2017

How Businesses Should Respond to the Ransomware Surge

Modern endpoint security tools and incident response plans will be key in the fight against ransomware.

Microsoft Patches Windows Zero-Day Flaws Tied to DNSSEC

Security experts advise 'immediate' patching of critical DNS client vulnerabilities in Windows 8, 10, and other affected systems.

Cybersecurity's 'Broken' Hiring Process

New study shows the majority of cybersecurity positions get filled at salaries above the original compensation cap, while jobs sit unfilled an average of six months.

Ransomware Will Target Backups: 4 Ways to Protect Your Data

Backups are the best way to take control of your defense against ransomware, but they need protecting as well.

Artificial Intelligence: Experts Talk Ethical, Security Concerns

Global leaders weigh the benefits and dangers of a future in which AI plays a greater role in business and security strategy.

North Korean Threat Actors Probe US Electric Companies

September spear phishing attack appeared to be more reconnaissance activity than sign of impending attack, FireEye says.

Unstructured Data: The Threat You Cannot See

Why security teams needs to take a cognitive approach to the increasing volumes of data flowing from sources they don't control.

Russian Hackers Pilfered Data from NSA Contractor's Home Computer: Report

Classified information and hacking tools from the US National Security Agency landed in the hands of Russian cyberspies, according to a Wall Street Journal report.

New 4G, 5G Network Flaw 'Worrisome'

Weaknesses in the voice and data convergence technology can be exploited to allow cybercriminals to launch DoS attacks and hijack mobile data.

5 IT Practices That Put Enterprises at Risk

No one solution will keep you 100% protected, but if you avoid these common missteps, you can shore up your security posture.

EDITORS' CHOICE

Key New Security Features in Android Oreo

Android 8.0 Oreo marks a major revamp of Google's mobile operating system, putting in a number of new security-hardening measures.

New Dark Reading Conference Will Focus on Defense

The INsecurity Conference, Nov. 29-30 at the Gaylord National Harbor in Maryland is all about helping infosecurity pros mitigate threats -- from hot topics to basic hygiene.

Security Vulnerabilities: The Next Wave