Dark Reading Daily -- October 03, 2018

When Facebook Gets Hacked, Everyone Gets Hacked

Facebook's attackers may have gained access to several third-party apps and websites via Facebook Login.

Financial Sector Data Breaches Soar Despite Heavy Security Spending

Banks and other financial firms have disclosed three times as many breaches so far this year than they did in 2016, Bitglass says.

Stop Saying 'Digital Pearl Harbor'

Yes, there are serious dangers posed by malevolent nation-states. But the hype is distracting us from the reality of the threats.

CISOs: How to Answer the 5 Questions Boards Will Ask You

As boards learn the importance of cybersecurity, certain issues arise on a regular basis. These tips can help you address them.

Hacker 'AlfabetoVirtual' Pleads Guilty to NYC Comptroller, West Point Website Defacements

Two felony counts each carry a maximum 10-year prison sentence.

The Award for Most Dangerous Celebrity Goes To ...

A new study highlights which celebrities are associated with the most malicious websites, making them risky search subjects.

7 Most Prevalent Phishing Subject Lines

The most popular subject lines crafted to trick targets into opening malicious messages, gleaned from thousands of phishing emails.

Critical Linux Kernel Flaw Gives Root Access to Attackers

All versions of Red Hat Enterprise Linux, CentOS vulnerable to 'Mutagen Astronomy' flaw, according to Qualys.

Exclusive: Cisco, Duo Execs Share Plans for the Future

Cisco's Gee Rittenhouse and Duo's Dug Song offer ideas and goals for the merged companies as Duo folds under the Cisco umbrella.

EDITORS'S CHOICE

6 Security Training Hacks to Increase Cyber IQ Org-Wide

Move beyond generic, annual security awareness training with these important tips.

Sharpen Your Security Skills at Black Hat Trainings Chicago!

Black Hat is bringing its highly-regarded Trainings to Chicago next month, October 22 and 23.Don't miss this opportunity to develop your skills in some of the most technical, hands-on security courses available.

The Biggest Cybersecurity Breaches of 2018 (So Far)