Infosecurity News
Phishing Education Can Save Nearly $4m Annually
The appropriate employee training can significantly reduce the financial consequences of phishing in the workplace clams a new research report from Wombat Security Technologies and the Ponemon Institute.
Unmanaged Apple Devices ‘a Liability’ for Corporations
Lack of encryption and weak or shared passwords on Apple devices in the workplace are exposing sensitive corporate and customer information says research from identity protection specialist Centrify Corporation.
Thomson exposes hundreds of passengers’ details
Its web site asserts that its customers are in safe hands, but it may be another case when it comes to customers’ personal details at holiday firm Thomson.
Twitter cuts off access to deleted lawmakers’ texts in 30 more countries
The social network platform may say that it is acting out of best interest but Twitter has been slammed for suspending access in 30 more countries to Diplotwoops and Politwoops.
Dating Site PlentyofFish Hit with Malvertising Wave
Those infected are receiving the Nuclear exploit kit, which can drop banking Trojans and more onto users’ machines. Thousands are likely infected.
Cloud-based Shadow IT Threatens Financial Services
The average financial services organization uses 1,004 cloud services – over 15 times more than what IT estimates.
Popular Android Camera App Leaks Sensitive Data
This gives malicious parties unauthorized access to users’ Camera360 Cloud accounts and photos.
93,000 Web.com Customer Credit Cards Compromised
Web.com also owns numerous brands, including Network Solutions and Register.com.
Kudelski Allies with Allianz for Cybersecurity Incident Response Services
On the back of its parent reporting robust results for the second quarter of 2015, Kudelski Security has announced a partnership with Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty SE (AGCS).
Brits Abroad Ignore Wi-Fi Security Dangers
Intel Security finds cavalier attitude from 18-24-year-olds
Watermain APT Attackers Target India Over Border Disputes
Yet another China-based attack group discovered by FireEye
New Account Fraud Almost Doubles for UK Banks
Fraudsters target current accounts in new Q2 push
AlienVault Closes Another $52M in Financing
The series E round brings total funding to nearly $116 million, to be used to enhance the company's threat intelligence and management platforms.
Caltech Kicks Off Anomaly-Based Data Security Research Program
Discoveries will be published and used to enhance data breach detection and incident response capabilities.
Chelsea Manning Convicted on New Charges
She received 21 days of recreational restrictions, excluding her from time in the gym, library and outdoors.
Classic Tech Support Scam Gets Multilingual Makeover
Scammers are tapping into brand new markets in Europe and Japan with a sophisticated, stealthy and flexible campaign using global call centers.
Three Quarters of UK Businesses Not Confident of Detecting Data Breaches
Nearly half (49%) of respondents admit to having experienced a breach in the past 12 months and believe it could have been avoided.
(ISC)² Foundation Adds Senior Safety to Cyber-Education Mix
The program will help this vulnerable group to understand the dangers of the digital era and protect themselves online.
University of Virgina Targeted by China, Officials Say
It started with a few software vulnerabilities that the intruders were able to effectively exploit.
Two-Thirds of Companies Expect a Nation-State Attack
Most respondents also said targeted attacks against their networks have increased over the last year by 20% or more.
