Ransomware defenses are being weakened by outdated backup technology, limited backup data encryption, and failed data backups

Ransomware attacks often now target backup data directly, experts warnZero Trust principles are key to data protection59% of organizations experienced ransomware attacks in 2023 Ransomware attacks have increasingly become a…

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AWS, Azure and Google Cloud credentials from old accounts are putting businesses at risk

Report warns long-lived credentials remain a significant security riskOutdated access keys increase vulnerability across cloud platformsAutomated credential management is crucial for cloud security As cloud computing adoption continues to rise,…

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Build your own super mini PC with this $338 AMD AM5 barebone workstation that has OCuLink, two 2.5Gb LAN ports and can drive four 8K monitors once you add a GPU to its dock

Minisforum's customizable MS-A1 has AM5 socket for Ryzen CPUsCompact design with up to 16TB storage, includes OCuLink portWi-Fi 6E, USB4, and advanced cooling for high performance The Minisforum MS-A1 is…

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Identity fraud attacks using AI are fooling biometric security systems

Deepfake selfies can now bypass traditional verification systemsFraudsters are exploiting AI for synthetic identity creationOrganizations must adopt advanced behavior-based detection methods The latest Global Identity Fraud Report by AU10TIX reveals…

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This free tool offers SMBs critical insights into compromised credentials found on the dark web

Quadrant offers free Dark Web reports for small businessesEarly detection helps prevent costly data breachesSmall businesses are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals The Dark Web, a hidden part of the web…

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NotLockBit ransomware targets Apple users with advanced file-locking and data exfiltration

macOS faces an emerging ransomware threat, NotLockBitNotLockBit malware demonstrates file-locking capabilitiesApple's built-in protections face issues from evolving ransomware threats For years, ransomware attacks have predominantly targeted Windows and Linux platforms,…

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AI investment isn't slowing down — venture capitalists are funding startups while trying to grapple with environmental impact

AI investments aren't slowing, despite skepticism and real world dangersAI is expected to be an integral part of most industriesTech giants are going nuclear to manage electricity demands Despite the…

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US border surveillance towers face significant operational failures — vast areas unwatched, national security potentially at risk

Recent reports have revealed that high-cost southern border surveillance technology is failing to deliver on its purpose.A leaked memo obtained by NBC News reveals that nearly one-third of the cameras…

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Chinese flagship phones are great value for money, but they won't stay cheaper for much longer – here's why

Made in China: three words that are as ubiquitous as they are controversial. Pick up anything mass-produced these days – be it clothing, toys, or technology products – and there's…

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Hey sysadmin, this is the perfect Christmas laptop gift for you; HX 370-powered Pocket 4 has a RS232 port, KVM, RJ45, 32GB of RAM and 2TB SSD

The GPD Pocket 4 is an 8.8-inch laptop weighing just 770g, that is designed to combine portability with powerful performance.GPD likens its aesthetic to that of an Apple MacBook, highlighting…

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US government to restrict investments in China's high-tech sectors to safeguard national security

The US Treasury has issued a final rule on Executive Order restricting investment in certain Chinese industriesAI, semiconductors, and microeletronics are all on the list of restricted investmentsMove is the…

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