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Most AI privacy research looks the wrong way

Most research on LLM privacy has focused on the wrong problem, according to a new paper by researchers from Carnegie Mellon University and Northeastern University. The authors argue that while most technical studies target data memorization, the biggest risks come from how LLMs collect, process, and infer information during regular use. A narrow view of privacy research The study reviewed 1,322 AI and machine learning privacy papers published between 2016 and 2025. It found that … More → The post Most AI privacy research looks the wrong way appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Why ex-military professionals are a good fit for cybersecurity

After years of working as part of a team, many military veterans look for work that still carries meaning, challenge, and purpose. Cybersecurity offers a new way to serve and protect on a different battlefield. Earlier this year, the Department of Veterans Affairs announced plans for staffing cuts, raising concern among veterans about benefits and job security. While the agency later stepped back from large layoffs, smaller reductions and hiring freezes have left many uncertain … More → The post Why ex-military professionals are a good fit for cybersecurity appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Using Syscall() for Obfuscation/Fileless Activity, (Mon, Oct 20th)

I found another piece of malware this weekend. This one looks more like a proof-of-concept because the second-stage payload is really “simple”, but it attracted my attention because it uses a nice technique to obfuscate the code.
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Nodepass: Open-source TCP/UDP tunneling solution

When you think of network tunneling, “lightweight” and “enterprise-grade” rarely appear in the same sentence. NodePass, an open-source project, wants to change that. It’s a compact but powerful TCP/UDP tunneling solution built for DevOps teams and system administrators who need to manage complex network environments without wading through configuration files or rigid infrastructure setups. Nodepass architecture Whether you’re setting up port mapping, managing NAT traversal, or relaying traffic across mixed networks, NodePass offers the flexibility … More → The post Nodepass: Open-source TCP/UDP tunneling solution appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Why cybersecurity hiring feels so hard right now

In this Help Net Security video, Carol Lee Hobson, CISO at PayNearMe, explores the realities behind the so-called cybersecurity “talent gap.” She explains why the issue is as much about hiring practices as it is about skills shortages, and offers practical strategies for closing both gaps, including aligning compensation, creating entry-level pathways, and retaining talent through better development, flexibility, and support. Hobson also shares her optimism about the growing diversity in cybersecurity and the importance … More → The post Why cybersecurity hiring feels so hard right now appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Inside the messy reality of Microsoft 365 management

Most MSPs agree that Microsoft 365 is now the backbone of business operations, but a Syncro survey shows that complexity, incomplete backups, and reactive security continue to slow their progress in managing it. About 60% of MSPs said Microsoft 365 powers more than 80% of their client base. This concentration has made Microsoft’s ecosystem central to service delivery, but it also exposes gaps in how MSPs manage data, identity, and security across multiple tenants. Operational … More → The post Inside the messy reality of Microsoft 365 management appeared first on Help Net Security.
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