Monthly Archives: February 2025

Security tool consolidation boosts efficiency, threat mitigation

The controversial shift to integrated security platforms can pay off for enterprises, according to an IBM and Palo Alto Networks study.
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Apple fixes zero-day flaw exploited in “extremely sophisticated” attack (CVE-2025-24200)

Users of iPhones and iPads that run iOS/iPadOS 18 and iPadOS 17 are urged to implement the latest updates to plug a security feature bypass vulnerability (CVE-2025-24200) exploited in the wild in “an extremely sophisticated” attack. The vulnerability (CVE-2025-24200) “A physical attack may disable USB Restricted Mode on a locked device,” Apple explained. USB Restricted Mode is a feature Apple introduced in 2018 to protect users against device unlocking (“cracking”) tools such as The post Apple fixes zero-day flaw exploited in “extremely sophisticated” attack (CVE-2025-24200) appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Arvest Bank CISO on building a strong cybersecurity culture in banking

In this Help Net Security interview, Mike Calvi, CISO at Arvest Bank, discusses building a strong cybersecurity culture within the banking sector. He explains how leadership, effective reporting, and proactive engagement with associates are key in strengthening security. Calvi also touches on how banks can measure success and balance accountability while fostering a collaborative environment. The post Arvest Bank CISO on building a strong cybersecurity culture in banking appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Review: Inside Cyber Warfare, 3rd Edition

Inside Cyber Warfare, 3rd Edition by Jeffrey Caruso explores how nation-states, corporations, and hackers engage in digital warfare. It offers insights into the intersection of cybersecurity, geopolitics, and emerging technology. About the author Jeffrey Caruso is a globally recognized cybersecurity adviser, author, and researcher with nearly two decades of experience in cyber intelligence and national security. He has briefed agencies, and lectured at military institutions. A U.S. Coast Guard veteran, Caruso is the creator of … More → The post Review: Inside Cyber Warfare, 3rd Edition appeared first on Help Net Security.
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How to detect and disable Apple AirTags that might be tracking you

Apple’s AirTags are a convenient way to track personal items like keys and bags, but they also raise concerns about unwanted tracking and stalking. To help users stay safe, Apple has implemented several anti-stalking protections, including unwanted tracking alerts and sound notifications. Apple’s anti-stalking protections Apple’s anti-stalking features are built into the Find My app on iOS. These tools help users detect and respond to any AirTags that may be tracking them without their consent. … More → The post How to detect and disable Apple AirTags that might be tracking you appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Cybersecurity jobs available right now: February 11, 2025

Application Offensive Security Consultant Sharp Decisions | USA | On-site – View job details As an Application Offensive Security Consultant, you will perform Offensive Security Testing against applications and APIs. Perform application threat hunting to evaluate risk to applications. Perform manual security testing of applications. Provide the vulnerability information in the predefined report format after performing the testing using manual methodology and tools Automotive Cybersecurity Assessor / Engineer UL Solutions | South Korea | On-site … More → The post Cybersecurity jobs available right now: February 11, 2025 appeared first on Help Net Security.
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ISC Stormcast For Tuesday, February 11th, 2025 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/9318, (Tue, Feb 11th)

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Scientists enhance smart home security with AIoT and WiFi

Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT) is becoming immensely popular because of its widespread applications. In a groundbreaking study, researchers present a new AIoT framework called MSF-Net for accurately recognizing human activities using WiFi signals. The framework utilizes a novel approach that combines different signal processing techniques and a deep learning architecture to overcome challenges like environmental interference and achieve high recognition accuracy.
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AFGE sees surge in new members as its lawsuits stall Trump’s federal workforce policies

AFGE is adding new members at record rates at time when the Trump administration is looking to downsize the federal workforce. The post AFGE sees surge in new members as its lawsuits stall Trump’s federal workforce policies first appeared on Federal News Network.
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Trump fires top government ethics, whistleblower officials

The Office of Special Counsel protects federal employee whistleblower rights, while the Office of Government Ethics prevents conflicts of interest. The post Trump fires top government ethics, whistleblower officials first appeared on Federal News Network.
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