Recent Security News
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‘Black Basta Buster’ Exploits Ransomware Bug for File Recovery
January 3, 2024 at 11:51AM SRLabs released the Black Basta Buster tool to decrypt files encrypted by a specific strain of the Black Basta ransomware, with limitations on encryption logic and file size. The decryptor can recover files between 5,000 bytes and 1GB, but larger files may lose the first 5,000 bytes. It exploits a…
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Name That Edge Toon: Frosty the Steel Man
January 3, 2024 at 11:51AM Enter our cybersecurity caption contest by submitting your idea before Jan. 25, 2024. Send your entry to [email protected] with the subject line “The Edge January 2024 Toon,” or via social media on X/Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Last month’s winner was Scott Dowlen, IT manager at Odessa Separator Inc. Good luck!…
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SonicWall Buys Banyan Security For ZTNA Technology
January 3, 2024 at 11:33AM SonicWall acquires San Francisco startup Banyan Security, adding zero-trust network access tech to its offerings. The financial terms weren’t disclosed. Banyan Security, which raised $47M over two rounds, enables secure user-to-application connections and defends against real-time threats. The acquisition expands SonicWall’s portfolio to include SSE and ZTNA technologies, aligning with…
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Data breach at healthcare tech firm impacts 4.5 million patients
January 3, 2024 at 11:24AM HealthEC LLC, a health management solutions provider, experienced a data breach affecting nearly 4.5 million individuals. The breach occurred from July 14 to 23, 2023, and exposed sensitive personal and medical information. HealthEC advises affected individuals to monitor their accounts, review statements, and report any suspicious activity. The cyberattack impacted…
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Qatar to Add Cybersecurity Curricula in Private Schools
January 3, 2024 at 11:08AM Qatar’s National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) is set to introduce a cybersecurity education program in 270 private schools, following its successful implementation in public schools last year. In collaboration with the Ministry of Education, the initiative aims to enhance students’ awareness of cybersecurity and digital safety, contributing to Qatar’s digitally…