{"id":14730,"date":"2019-03-01T08:00:13","date_gmt":"2019-03-01T16:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/2019\/03\/01\/news-8479\/"},"modified":"2019-03-01T08:00:13","modified_gmt":"2019-03-01T16:00:13","slug":"news-8479","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/2019\/03\/01\/news-8479\/","title":{"rendered":"This Week in Security News: Instagram Hackers and Enterprise Threats"},"content":{"rendered":"

Credit to Author: Jon Clay (Global Threat Communications)| Date: Fri, 01 Mar 2019 14:57:50 +0000<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Welcome to our weekly roundup, where we share what you need to know about the cybersecurity news and events that happened over the past few days. This week, learn how a group of hackers is stealing popular Instagram profiles. Also, learn about old and new cybersecurity issues inundated enterprises in 2018.<\/p>\n

Read on:<\/p>\n

Insecure VPNs: Top risks and symptoms that stronger security is needed<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

While users hope and expect that VPNs will live up to their name and truly support a virtual and private connection, research shows that this is not always the case.<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

U.S. Cyber Command Operation Disrupted Internet Access of Russian Troll Factory on Day of 2018 Midterms<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

The U.S. military blocked Internet access to an infamous Russian entity seeking to cause discord among Americans during the 2018 midterms.<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

How a Hacking Group is Stealing Popular Instagram Profiles<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Trend Micro found that targeting popular Instagram profiles has become a modus for a certain group of Turkish-speaking hackers through phishing attacks and digital extortion.<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Attackers Continue to Focus on Users, Well-Worn Techniques<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

According to Trend Micro\u2019s 2018 Roundup Report, traditional attacks such as phishing and credential stuffing continue to dominate the threat landscape for most industries while well-known malware remain a threat for behind-the-curve companies.<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

CVE-2019-5736: RunC Container Escape Vulnerability Provides Root Access to the Target Machine<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

CVE-2019-5736 is a vulnerability involving the runC runtime component, which is used for container platforms such as Docker and container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes.<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Congress Considers a National Standard for Data Privacy<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

The conversations on nationwide data privacy rules kicked off with a\u00a0hearing in a subpanel of the House Energy and Commerce Committee.<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Caught in the Net: Unraveling the Tangle of Old and New Threats<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Trend Micro saw a shift in cybercriminal strategies and lingering security threats. Enterprises faced a multitude of challenges, but careful study of these issues can present opportunities for improvement.<\/em>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Europe is Prepared to Rule Over 5G Cybersecurity<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

At Mobile World Congress, the European Commission\u2019s digital commissioner warned the mobile industry to expect it to act over security concerns attached to Chinese network equipment makers, including Huawei.<\/em><\/p>\n

Do you think there will be more attacks on high-profile social media accounts or influencers this year? Why or why not? Share your thoughts in the comments below or follow me on Twitter to continue the conversation: @JonLClay.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Credit to Author: Jon Clay (Global Threat Communications)| Date: Fri, 01 Mar 2019 14:57:50 +0000<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Welcome to our weekly roundup, where we share what you need to know about the cybersecurity news and events that happened over the past few days. This week, learn how a group of hackers is stealing popular Instagram profiles. Also, learn about old and new cybersecurity issues inundated enterprises in 2018. Read on: Insecure VPNs:…<\/p>\n

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