Trai mulls over withdrawal of OTT licensing consultation – ET CISO https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-113758684,imgsize-7670,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etciso/grc/trai-mulls-over-withdrawal-of-ott-licensing-consultation.jpg India’s telecom regulator, Trai, is deliberating the possibility of withdrawing its consultation paper on a licensing framework for over-the-top (OTT) communication services, as per a TOI report. This comes on a day when Gopal Vittal, CEO of Bharti Airtel, sought a “regulatory oversight” for internet-based voice and messaging ...
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report, IT Security News, ET CISO Education was the most targeted sector by cyberattackers in the past six months, with organisations facing 8,195 attacks per week, more than double the global average of 3,355, a new report has found. Healthcare was the second-most targeted with 7,982 weekly attacks per organisation over this period. It was followed by the government/military sector ...
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How to Plan and Prepare for Penetration Testing https://firewall.firm.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/breachlock.png As security technology and threat awareness among organizations improves so do the adversaries who are adopting and relying on new techniques to maximize speed and impact while evading detection. Ransomware and malware continue to be the method of choice by big game hunting (BGH) cyber criminals, and the increased use of ...
Read More »Progress Software Releases Patches for 6 Flaws in WhatsUp Gold – Patch Now
Progress Software Releases Patches for 6 Flaws in WhatsUp Gold – Patch Now https://firewall.firm.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/pregress.png Sep 27, 2024Ravie LakshmananSoftware Security / Vulnerability Progress Software has released another round of updates to address six security flaws in WhatsUp Gold, including two critical vulnerabilities. The issues, the company said, have been resolved in version 24.0.1 released on September 20, 2024. The company has ...
Read More »Critical Linux CUPS Printing System Flaws Could Allow Remote Command Execution
Critical Linux CUPS Printing System Flaws Could Allow Remote Command Execution https://firewall.firm.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/linux-printer.png Sep 27, 2024Ravie LakshmananLinux / Vulnerability A new set of security vulnerabilities has been disclosed in the OpenPrinting Common Unix Printing System (CUPS) on Linux systems that could permit remote command execution under certain conditions. “A remote unauthenticated attacker can silently replace existing printers’ (or install new ones) ...
Read More »Rubrik, Pure Storage Partner to offer cyber resilience, data protection solutions – ET CISO
Rubrik, Pure Storage Partner to offer cyber resilience, data protection solutions – ET CISO https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-113726479,imgsize-52778,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etciso/ot-security/rubrik-pure-storage-partner-to-offer-cyber-resilience-data-protection-solutions.jpg FILE PHOTO: Figurines with computers and smartphones are seen in front of the words “Cyber Security” in this illustration taken, February 19, 2024. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo Cloud data management and data security firm Rubrik on Thursday announced its collaboration with Pure Storage, which provides the ...
Read More »Cybersecurity Certifications: The Gateway to Career Advancement
Cybersecurity Certifications: The Gateway to Career Advancement https://firewall.firm.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/sans.png Sep 27, 2024The Hacker NewsCybersecurity Certifications In today’s fast-evolving digital landscape, cybersecurity has become a cornerstone of organizational resilience. As cyber threats grow increasingly sophisticated, the demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals has never been higher. Whether you’re a seasoned cyber professional or just starting your journey, signing up for the GIAC Newsletter ...
Read More »Police are probing apparent cyber vandalism on Wi-Fi networks at UK train stations – ET CISO
Police are probing apparent cyber vandalism on Wi-Fi networks at UK train stations – ET CISO https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-113726536,imgsize-358084,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etciso/cybercrime-fraud/police-are-probing-apparent-cyber-vandalism-on-wi-fi-networks-at-uk-train-stations.jpg U.K. transport officials and police said Thursday they are investigating a “cyber-security incident” after users of public Wi-Fi networks at the country’s biggest railway stations reported being shown anti-Muslim messages. Passengers trying to log onto the Wi-Fi at 19 stations, including Manchester Piccadilly, ...
Read More »U.S. Sanctions Two Crypto Exchanges for Facilitating Cybercrime and Money Laundering
U.S. Sanctions Two Crypto Exchanges for Facilitating Cybercrime and Money Laundering https://firewall.firm.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/hackers.png The U.S. government on Thursday sanctioned two cryptocurrency exchanges and unsealed an indictment against a Russian national for his alleged involvement in the operation of several money laundering services that were offered to cybercriminals. The virtual currency exchanges, Cryptex and PM2BTC, have been alleged to facilitate the laundering ...
Read More »How India can bolster cybersecurity in Public Sector Banks: A strategic blueprint – ET CISO
How India can bolster cybersecurity in Public Sector Banks: A strategic blueprint – ET CISO https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-113726827,imgsize-16828,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etciso/ot-security/how-india-can-bolster-cybersecurity-in-public-sector-banks-a-strategic-blueprint.jpg India’s public sector institutions must implement strong cybersecurity frameworks to safeguard sensitive financial data, uphold customer trust, and ensure national security. In 2024, India’s public sector, particularly its public sector banks (PSBs), is experiencing a significant increase in cyberattacks. With the advancement of technology ...
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