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December 09, 2020

4 Windows 10 settings to prevent credential theft

Review these Windows settings to make sure you're not making it easy for attackers to steal login credentials. Read more ▶

Image: Sponsored by Darktrace: Surge in spear phishing attacks on remote workers

Sponsored by Darktrace: Surge in spear phishing attacks on remote workers

Email attacks are getting more sophisticated, impersonating your colleagues and trusted contacts. Cyber AI can tell friend from foe, stopping the most convincing malicious emails in their tracks.

Publicly known support credentials expose GE Healthcare imaging devices to hacking

The vulnerability gives hackers a means to access sensitive data, execute malicious code on devices and impact their operation.

Russian state-sponsored hackers exploit vulnerability in VMware Workspace ONE

The exploit requires the attacker to have valid credentials, but experts advise patching regardless.

Top 4 security trends to watch for 2021

Bad news: Ransomware becomes a bigger threat, and it becomes harder to find security talent. Good news: CISOs gain clout, and security infrastructure will improve.

How attackers exploit Windows Active Directory and Group Policy

Attackers have learned to use Active Directory and Group Policy to find weaknesses in Windows networks and identify targets. Here's what you can do to prevent that.

From pranks to APTs: How remote access Trojans became a major security threat

A remote access Trojans (RAT) is malicious software that allows an attacker to gain unauthorized access to a victim’s computer over the internet. RATs are typically installed without user consent and remain hidden to avoid detection.

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