Recent Security News
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Online museum collections down after cyberattack on service provider
January 2, 2024 at 02:07PM Gallery Systems, a museum software provider formed in April 2022, suffered a ransomware attack on December 28th, 2023, causing IT outages. Notable clients, including MoMA and the Met, were affected. The company is working to restore systems and data using backups, and is conducting an internal investigation while law enforcement…
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Are Security Appliances fit for Purpose in a Decentralized Workplace?
January 2, 2024 at 02:06PM Traditional security appliances are no longer considered effective perimeter security as they are infested with high-risk vulnerabilities, not designed for mobility and the cloud, and are difficult to patch. Cloud-native security, particularly single-vendor SASE, offers convergence of security functions, centralized patching, and cloud-native design, driving a market expected to grow…
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Xerox says subsidiary XBS U.S. breached after ransomware gang leaks data
January 2, 2024 at 12:33PM Xerox Business Solutions (XBS) U.S. division was hacked, with limited personal information possibly exposed. Xerox Corporation is working with cybersecurity experts to investigate and secure the IT environment. The attack has not affected operations, but sensitive data may have been stolen. Xerox assures it will notify affected individuals. This follows…
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Google Groups is ending support for Usenet to combat spam
January 2, 2024 at 12:05PM Google has announced the end of Usenet groups support on Google Groups due to spam and decline in legitimate activity. The change, effective from February 22, 2024, includes no post, subscribe, or view new Usenet content. Historical content remains accessible, and guidance is provided for transitioning to alternative platforms. No…
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Israel Battles Spike in Wartime Hacktivist, OT Cyberattacks
January 2, 2024 at 11:47AM In 2023, Israel faced the beginning of a war in Gaza after devastating Hamas attacks, leading to a cyber conflict and cybersecurity concerns. The war’s impact on businesses was predicted to be temporary, with some organizations left vulnerable. Additionally, cyberattacks against Israel’s operational technology increased, leading to greater awareness and…