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Malicious actors’ GenAI use has yet to match the hype

Generative AI has helped lower the barrier for entry for malicious actors and has made them more efficient, i.e., quicker at creating convincing deepfakes, mounting phishing campaigns and investment scams, the most recent report by the Cyber Threat Alliance (CTA) has concluded. For now, though, it hasn’t made the attackers “smarter” nor completely transformed cyber threats. How malicious actors use GenAI The report, which is based on data and evidence-based case studies available to CTA … More → The post Malicious actors’ GenAI use has yet to match the hype appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Stellar upgrades data recovery capabilities for Windows users

Stellar announced the latest version of its flagship software, Stellar Data Recovery for Windows. The software is powered by new device scan functionality and features a refreshed UI that is designed to help users retrieve data while requiring no technical expertise. This upgrade is in continuation of the recent Data Recovery release for Apple Mac devices. To make data retrieval more convenient, users can now exploit the new ‘on-the-fly’ preview feature to view their lost … More → The post Stellar upgrades data recovery capabilities for Windows users appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Commvault strengthens Microsoft Active Directory protection

Commvault introduced an expansion of its platform to provide full and automated forest recovery for the world’s most widely used enterprise identity and access solution, Microsoft Active Directory. As organizations continue to combat non-stop cyberattacks and threats, Commvault Cloud Backup & Recovery for Active Directory Enterprise Edition is the latest addition to the Commvault Cloud platform, which already protects a vast array of workloads and is designed to keep customers resilient, operational, and in a … More → The post Commvault strengthens Microsoft Active Directory protection appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Tech salaries barely inched up in 2024

Compensation for IT workers failed to keep up with inflation last year, increasing 1.2% last year, according to Dice data.
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Atsign NoPorts desktop client simplifies secure remote access

Atsign announced its new desktop client. This tool makes the protection of critical infrastructure easier by empowering people of all technical levels to securely connect to their devices, servers, and cloud instances, elevating remote access without open ports to new heights of convenience and security with no open TCP ports on the endpoints. A new era of secure remote access The NoPorts desktop client redefines the landscape of remote access, offering a seamless and secure … More → The post Atsign NoPorts desktop client simplifies secure remote access appeared first on Help Net Security.
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This is the year CISOs unlock AI’s full potential

In 2025, CISOs will have powerful new capabilities as generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) continues to mature. Evolving beyond providing answers to questions, GenAI will provide proactive recommendations, take action, and communicate in a personalized manner. This transition will enable CISOs and their teams to unlock the true impact of GenAI to bolster cybersecurity defenses. The post This is the year CISOs unlock AI’s full potential appeared first on Help Net Security.
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How AI and ML are transforming digital banking security

In this Help Net Security interview, Nuno Martins da Silveira Teodoro, VP of Group Cybersecurity at Solaris, discusses the latest advancements in digital banking security. He talks about how AI and ML are reshaping fraud detection, the growing trend of passwordless authentication, and the security risks facing mobile banking apps. Nuno also discusses the balance between ensuring security and providing a seamless, user-friendly experience for customers. The post How AI and ML are transforming digital banking security appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Cybersecurity jobs available right now: January 14, 2025

Application Security Engineer ENOC | UAE | On-site – View job details As an Application Security Engineer, you will establish and maintain DLP policies to prevent unauthorized access, transmission, or disclosure of sensitive data, focusing on both on-premises and cloud environments. Implement, monitor, and optimize EDR solutions to ensure rapid detection and response to threats targeting endpoint devices. Application Security DevOps engineer Twixor | India | On-site – View job details As an Application Security … More → The post Cybersecurity jobs available right now: January 14, 2025 appeared first on Help Net Security.
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What 2024 taught us about security vulnerabilties

From zero-day exploits to weaknesses in widely used software and hardware, the vulnerabilities uncovered last year underscore threat actors’ tactics and the critical gaps in organizational defenses. This roundup showcases the standout findings from 2024’s cybersecurity reports, highlighting critical risks and emerging threats that demand attention. Whether you’re a security leader, IT professional, or cybersecurity-conscious, these insights will help frame the priorities and strategies needed to stay resilient. Zero-days dominate top frequently exploited vulnerabilities The … More → The post What 2024 taught us about security vulnerabilties appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Engineering quantum entanglement at the nanoscale

Researchers have developed a drastically smaller and more energy efficient method of creating coveted photon pairs that influence each other from any distance. The technology could transform computing, telecommunications, and sensing.
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