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Opswat Strengthens Critical Infrastructure Protection Through Fend Acquisition

Critical Infrastructure Security, Governance & Risk Management, Network Firewalls, Network Access Control Data Diodes Strengthen Air-Gapped Network Security and Provide Advanced Network Isolation Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) •  December 18, 2024 Fend CEO Colin Dunn (left) and Opswat CEO Benny Czarny (Images: Opswat) Opswat has acquired a cybersecurity startup based in the…

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Interpol Urges an End to the Term ‘Pig Butchering’ for Online Scams

Emerging Trends in Social Media Scams Highlight Evolving Cyber Threats Recent investigations have uncovered a sophisticated network of scammers employing seemingly legitimate social media accounts to lure potential victims. These operations, meticulously coordinated, rely on scripted interactions to engage targets effectively. Behind the scenes, managers oversee the intricate processes of…

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Proposed UK White Hat Legal Protection Bill Denied by House of Lords

Cybercrime, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Geo Focus: The United Kingdom Proposed Amendment to Computer Misuse Act Fails amid Bloc Vote Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • December 18, 2024 Image: Shutterstock The House of Lords recently rejected a proposed amendment to the United Kingdom’s Computer Misuse Act that aimed to establish legal…

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NSW Police Collaborate with ID Support NSW to Combat Identity Crime

A new collaboration has emerged between NSW Police and ID Support NSW, aimed at fortifying efforts against cyber crime and responding more adeptly to incidents of identity theft. This partnership underscores a strategic initiative to dock resources and expertise, enhancing the fight against increasingly pervasive digital threats. The organizations formalized…

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Major Vulnerabilities Put 25,000 SonicWall Devices at Risk of Hacking

Critical Flaws Leave Thousands of SonicWall Devices Vulnerable to Cyberattacks Recent investigations have revealed that many SonicWall network security devices are at risk due to critical vulnerabilities, with an alarming number being unsupported or lacking necessary security patches. A report from Bishop Fox has identified over 25,000 SonicWall SSLVPN devices…

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Congress Once More Unable to Restrict Spy Powers in Latest Defense Legislation

The U.S. Senate has approved the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), circumventing previous efforts to attach amendments aimed at curtailing excessive government surveillance practices. This legislation, deemed essential by its proponents, is now poised for President Joe Biden’s signature, thereby enshrining significant enhancements to the contentious Section 702 of the…

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