Behavioral analytics and why it's important to threat detection and response [Q&A]
Traditional rule-based security techniques centered on malware signatures and perimeter protection are increasingly unable to cope with the latest, more sophisticated threats.
Taking a more behavior-based approach to spotting unusual or risky activity offers a solution, but what is required to make it work? We spoke to Sanjay Raja, VP of product marketing and solutions at cybersecurity specialist Gurucul, to find out.
Microsoft releases KB5012643 update for Windows 11 with loads of fixes and improvements
Patch Tuesday may have come and gone, but this does not mean that Microsoft has finished pushing out updates for Windows. The latest to be released is the KB5012643 update for Windows 11 and it is jam-packed with fixes for various issues.
Among the numerous improvements are a fix for an issue that caused extremely slow startup times, as well as addressing a memory leak. The update also improves the Secure Boot and Trusted Platform Module (TPM) components.
Breaking away from tech giants: Why businesses should consider Filecoin storage
When it comes to storing data, businesses can often feel inundated with options from a whole host of different providers all promising to offer competitive rates and the security of your businesses’ assets. Add blockchain solutions into the mix as well, and decision-makers have a lot to be weighing up when choosing the best solution for their business.
With cloud-based technologies and blockchain in particular, jargon can be a problem when it comes to fully understanding the principles and mechanics at play. For this reason, many business leaders may dismiss these technologies, without considering the benefits they could offer. So, what exactly is Filecoin?
How systems integrators scale IOT to enable global deployments for customers
Today, the promise of IoT is in little doubt. Use cases range from connected products to connected assets and we are seeing IoT deployed across a multitude of industries from telehealth and electric vehicle (EV) connectivity to smart vending, payment systems and more. Accelerated in part by the pandemic and remote working, IoT deployments are now becoming mainstream.
That said, deploying one IoT device or a prototype and ensuring it is functional, versus deploying at scale across multiple sites and geographies is when IoT starts to become more challenging.
Elon Musk goes shopping for Twitter
Elon Musk has offered to buy Twitter at a price of $54.20 per share, valuing the company at around $43 billion.
This comes a week after the SpaceX and Tesla billionaire became the company's largest shareholder and declined the chance to join its board -- which would have prevented a takeover by putting a cap on his shareholding.
Four keys to successful product lifecycle management
As companies begin their yearly evaluation of goals and objectives there may be some new discussions brewing. The need for companies to adapt their product development processes to support new types of supplier collaboration, flexible sourcing strategies, and digital transformation efforts has caused a paradigm shift toward more flexible, sustainable platform technologies that enable them to rapidly adapt to disruptions and opportunities in the market.
These new demands on businesses have stretched the limits of their legacy PLM software. Overly customized PLM software with a history of creating unresolved technical debt is driving many companies to a point of reflection -- questioning where do we go from here? Do we spend millions redeploying or trying to painfully upgrade our traditional PLM software? Will those efforts make our business more resilient and more agile? Here are four questions every company must answer:
Over 3.5 million Russian internet users suffer breached accounts
It's hard not to feel just a little bit sorry for the Russians at the moment. First the Ukrainians keep blowing up their tanks, and now it seems the country has topped the charts in terms of breached accounts from January to March this year.
A study by Surfshark shows that since the start of the invasion of Ukraine in March, 136 percent more Russian accounts have been breached than in February. Ukraine meanwhile appeared in 67 percent fewer breaches than in the quarter before the war.
Satechi releases Dual Vertical Stand and 8K UHD HDMI 2.1 cable
Working from home is pretty great -- as long as you have the right gear. While you technically can get work done from your kitchen table, for instance, a proper desk will obviously be preferred. Also, while you can raise your monitor by stacking some cereal boxes under it, an actual monitor riser looks much nicer.
Thankfully, quality accessories don't have to break the bank. For example, today, Satechi launches two premium products that can be used for work (or fun) -- the Dual Vertical Stand and the 8K UHD HDMI 2.1 cable. The stand will prop up two mobile devices at once -- laptops, tablets, or smartphones. It will allow you to save desk space in an elegant way. The 2 meter (6.5 feet) 8K UHD HDMI cable can handle high-end resolutions and refresh rates, such as 8K@60Hz and 4K@120Hz.
Holiday-themed phishing emails most likely to get clicks
Phishing emails that mention holidays are most likely to entice employees to click, according to security awareness training company KnowBe4.
The Q1 2022 top-clicked phishing report finds successful subjects globally include: 'HR: Change in Holiday Schedule', 'St. Patrick's Day: Employee Behavior/Company Policies', and 'Starbucks: Happy Holidays! Have a drink on us'.
Cybersecurity firm Trellix releases report on critical infrastructure providers' readiness for attacks
Cyberattacks are something every organization fears. Perhaps those who should be most concerned, and which should scare us most, are the ones that control vital infrastructure -- nuclear power plants (recall Stuxnet in Iran?), banks, telephone carriers, healthcare and power grids.
Today, security firm Trellix releases its latest report on the current state of affairs in the industry and, as expected, the news isn’t all rainbows and unicorns.
New Google app makes it (marginally) easier to switch from iOS to Android
While most iOS users will remain iOS users for life, and the same can be said of those who choose Android, there are some people who switch allegiances. There are also some who like the idea of switching platforms, but are put off by the potential complexity.
To help anyone looking to make the jump from an iPhone to an Android handset, Google has quietly launched an app called, appropriately enough, Switch To Android. But while the app sounds great in theory, it is found sadly wanting.
New Windows 11 Media Player build offers video playback enhancements and an improved library experience
Great news for Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel today, as in addition to a new Windows 11 build, there’s also an updated version of the new Media Player available to install.
This new release offers some new features, and also improves performance for users with very large media libraries.
Microsoft releases Windows 11 Build 22598 with lots of welcome fixes
Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel today not only get a new build to play around with but also new ISO files to allow for a clean install.
In Build 22598, Microsoft is trying out auto-launching of the Get Started app with some Insiders, and testers in China on Lenovo PCs will now be able to update to the latest builds once more after they were briefly blocked.
Ransomware insurance claims are down and ransom payments are too
A new Risk Insights Index released today by Corvus Insurance reveals that the rate of ransomware claims reached in the final quarter of last year was just half of the peak seen in Q1.
At the same time the average ransom paid was around $167k, 44.2 percent less than the Q3 figure. Fewer ransoms are being paid compared to those demanded too. The percentage for the last quarter of 2021 held steady in the low twenties, down significantly from figures that once were over 50 percent. As recently as Q3 2020, the ratio was 44 percent.
Why the pandemic's effect on cloud is more than a technology change
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a technology leapfrog beyond anything we’ve seen in decades. But now that we’ve made this leap is there any going back? And do we have the right technology for enterprises to keep up with new demands?
According to Pew Research, as of around two years into the pandemic, roughly 60 percent of U.S. workers who say their jobs can mainly be done from home (59 percent) are working from home. Our research found that digital experiences like online gaming, streaming and telehealth increased dramatically during the early days pandemic. And now, technologies and experiences like cloud gaming caught on during the pandemic are exploding.
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