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Samsung left Bixby & SmartThings code wide open to the public

Fri, 10th May 2019
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Samsung's security oversight left Bixby and SmartThings code, along with key credentials, publicly accessible on GitLab, exposing 135 projects.
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Another cryptocurrency exchange breached, but at least investors are safe

Thu, 9th May 2019
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Binance has been hacked, losing 7000 Bitcoin (USD $41 million) from its BTC hot wallet. Customer funds remain safe, covered by its Secure Asset Fund.
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What your privacy means to Google - and what it's doing about it

Thu, 9th May 2019
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Google has declared that it's all about making privacy work for everyone – despite its long-held reputation as an information harvester.
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Exabeam plans to use $75m fund to leave legacy SIEM vendors in the dust

Wed, 8th May 2019
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Exabeam secures USD $75 million in Series E funding to boost sales, innovate product features, and outpace legacy SIEM vendors, aiming for market dominance.
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Paranoid Android? Examining three key trends in Android malware

Wed, 8th May 2019
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It definitely doesn't mean you are paranoid if you're worried about Android security:  the threat landscape is growing in every dimension.
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Leveraging cyber threat intelligence to benefit security posture

Tue, 7th May 2019
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A recent SANS survey reveals 20% of companies are unsure of cyber threat intelligence's value, despite its crucial role in enhancing security posture.
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It's 'lights out' for two more dark web marketplaces

Mon, 6th May 2019
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Don't be fooled if you see talk that Wall Street Market has been taken down – because it's most likely not what you think.
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D-Link security cams vulnerable to spying

Mon, 6th May 2019
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Security flaws in D-Link's DCS-2132L cloud cameras, discovered by ESET, expose users in Australia and New Zealand to potential spying and firmware attacks.
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SecureWorks speeds up threat detection through analytics

Tue, 30th Apr 2019
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SecureWorks has embraced software-as-a-service (SaaS) to protect customers and transform the detect-investigate-respond process towards cyber threats.
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CyberX IIoT security app now available on Cortex security platform

Mon, 29th Apr 2019
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Building on Cortex allows Palo Alto Networks Cortex partners to build cloud-based apps that deliver cybersecurity capabilities to joint customers.
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Flashpoint announces new features on intelligence platform

Fri, 26th Apr 2019
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The platform now features new dashboards and analytics, expanded datasets, chat services and communities, and industry alerting.
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Thycotic debunks top Privileged Access Management myths

Tue, 23rd Apr 2019
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Privileged Access encompasses access to computers, networks and network devices, software applications, digital documents and other digital assets.
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Veeam reports double-digit Q1 growth

Tue, 23rd Apr 2019
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We are now focussed on an aggressive strategy to help businesses transition to cloud with Backup and Cloud Data Management solutions.
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Is your SD-WAN solution leaving you vulnerable?

Mon, 26th Nov 2018
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Providing direct internet access to cloud-based applications has made deploying new security strategies designed for the distributed enterprise critical.
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SD-WAN deployments up, but networking and security challenges persist

Thu, 25th Oct 2018
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The report, commissioned by Barracuda Networks, includes data from more than 900 respondents in the Americas, EMEA, and APAC.
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Why operational technology environments need to be secured

Wed, 24th Oct 2018
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By understanding the cybersecurity risks in OT, decision-makers are better placed to make smart buying decisions.
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Bitdefender expands offerings with RedSocks acquisition

Wed, 24th Oct 2018
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Bitdefender acquires Netherlands-based RedSocks, advancing its network security and analytics capabilities, and expanding its market reach in Europe.
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Trend Micro rebrands endpoint security offering

Tue, 23rd Oct 2018
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Trend Micro Apex One aims to redefine endpoint security with consistency across SaaS and on-premises deployments.
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Frost and Sullivan recognises ForeScout's achievements in NAC

Fri, 19th Oct 2018
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ForeScout wins Frost and Sullivan's Growth Excellence Leadership Award for its innovative network access control solutions, bolstering IoT and OT security.
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More OT devices added to Tenable's industrial security offering

Fri, 19th Oct 2018
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Tenable has expanded its asset discovery and vulnerability management solution to include thousands of new OT devices, enhancing industrial security.