Dark Reading Daily -- September 11, 2024

This month's Patch Tuesday contains a total of 79 vulnerabilities — the fourth largest of the year.

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Microsoft Discloses 4 Zero-Days in September Update

This month's Patch Tuesday contains a total of 79 vulnerabilities — the fourth largest of the year.

Cyber Staffing Shortages Remain CISOs' Biggest Challenge

Besides operational issues connected to a talent shortage, the cost of running security platforms — and their training costs — also keeps CISOs up at night.

Mustang Panda Feeds Worm-Driven USB Attack Strategy

A fresh wave of attacks on APAC government entities involves both self-propagating malware spreading via removable drives and a spear-phishing campaign.

Platform Engineering Is Security Engineering

For modern applications built on Kubernetes and microservices, platform engineering is not just about building functional systems but also about embedding security into the fabric of those systems.

India Needs Better Cybersecurity for Space, Critical Infrastructure

As attacks on satellites rise with nation-state conflicts, the South Asian nation joins other space-capable countries in doubling down on cybersecurity.

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