April 2018 – Page 10 – Computer Security Articles

Credit to Author: SSD / Maor Schwartz| Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 07:50:33 +0000

Vulnerability Summary The following advisory describes a unauthenticated remote command execution found in TerraMaster TOS 3.0.33. TOS is a “Linux platform-based operating system developed for TerraMaster cloud storage NAS server. TOS 3 is the third generation operating system newly launched.” Credit An independent security researcher has reported this vulnerability to Beyond Security’s SecuriTeam Secure Disclosure … Continue reading SSD Advisory – TerraMaster TOS Unauthenticated Remote Command Execution

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April 22, 2018 admin

Why So Many People Make Their Password ‘Dragon’

Credit to Author: Louise Matsakis| Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 11:00:00 +0000

The mythical creature’s popularity says a lot about the psychology of password creation.

ScadaICS Schneider

April 21, 2018 admin

Common safety and how to increase profitability

Credit to Author: John Boville| Date: Sat, 21 Apr 2018 15:26:23 +0000

Automation systems control physical assets that transform energy and raw materials into finished products, and all being well, the finished product is sold at profit (which in simple terms… Read more »

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April 21, 2018 admin

Xbox Hacking, LinkedIn Bugs, and More Security News This Week

Credit to Author: Lily Hay Newman| Date: Sat, 21 Apr 2018 12:00:00 +0000

Xbox hacking, LinkedIn bugs, and more security news this week.

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April 21, 2018 admin

DNC Lawsuit Against Russia Reveals New Details About 2016 Hack

Credit to Author: Brian Barrett| Date: Fri, 20 Apr 2018 20:53:53 +0000

In suing Russia, the Trump campaign, and others over the hack of its systems in 2016, the Democratic National Committee has also filled in important timeline details.

ComputerWorld Independent

April 20, 2018 admin

N.Y. AG's scrutiny of cryptocurrencies unlikely to stymie a thriving industry

Credit to Author: Lucas Mearian| Date: Fri, 20 Apr 2018 13:30:00 -0700

States and the federal government are increasing their scrutiny of cryptocurrencies in an attempt to bring more transparency to a market where buyers and sellers are anonymous and regulatory oversight is light.

Cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ether, LiteCoin, and Ripple skyrocketed in value last year as investors sought to get in on what many see as the future of global currency – one that for trade and commerce knows no borders. Bitcoin generated massive hype among investors as its value surged more than 1,900% to nearly $20,000 last year, before tumbling back down below $11,000.

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Kaspersky Security

April 20, 2018 admin

Threat hunting: When to hunt, and who should do it

Credit to Author: Nikolay Pankov| Date: Fri, 20 Apr 2018 19:33:31 +0000

Insights from RSA on how to hunt threats in corporate infrastructure

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April 20, 2018 admin

Optimize operations – Integrate automation and power distribution systems

Credit to Author: Frederic Abbal| Date: Fri, 20 Apr 2018 11:24:00 +0000

Power distribution systems and automation systems are evolving and converging to drive better efficiency across industries. Integrating these systems allows industrial companies, especially energy intensive ones, to save money across… Read more »

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