Bridging the gap between development and security teams [Q&A]
Friction and lack of communication between development and security teams can lead to problems in software development and testing.
How can we bridge the gap between developer and security teams and help them see that they have common goals? We spoke to Scott Gerlach, CSO and co-founder of StackHawk, the company making web application and API security testing part of software delivery, to find out.
Microsoft releases KB5035853 security update for Windows 11 fixing 0x800F0922 error and more
Microsoft has released a new security update for Windows 11. KB5035853 is a mandatory update which not only addresses security issues, but also introduces changes to make Windows 11 compliant with new DMA legislation in Europe.
On top of this, the update fixes the 0x800F0922 error which many people started to experience back in February. The KB5035853 update also features various other changes and additions such as the arrival of support for the USB 80Gbps standard.
Sabrent Rocket 5 SSD lands on Amazon: A new era of PCIe 5.0 speed begins!
Are you ready for a game-changing upgrade to your computer's performance? Well, folks, Sabrent's highly anticipated Rocket 5 SSD is finally available on Amazon! Building on the success of the popular Rocket 4 Plus and Rocket 4 Plus-G, the Rocket 5 takes a giant leap forward with full PCIe 5.0 bandwidth, delivering astonishing transfer speeds of up to 14 GB/s.
Whether you're a gamer seeking seamless experiences or a professional working with large files and demanding applications, the Rocket 5 should supercharge your workflow. Its advanced performance is not just about speed; it's about transforming how you interact with your digital world.
5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) -- entering a new era of connectivity
As the global marketplace becomes more competitive in response to customer demand, businesses must find alternative ways to deliver exceptional customer experiences. As budgets are tightening, companies are being scrutinized to new degrees for what they can deliver at a competitive price, with research conducted by Salesforce showing 60 percent of service professionals reporting higher customer expectations post-pandemic.
Should organizations fall short of these high expectations, customers are more than willing to look elsewhere. In fact, recent research from Emplifi found that 86 percent of consumers would leave a brand they trusted after only two poor customer experiences
DoorDash introduces SafeChat+ to enhance platform safety with AI
DoorDash, the popular food delivery platform, is taking a big step forward to ensure both the safety and positive experiences of its users.
SafeChat+ is a new feature that leverages artificial intelligence to provide an even safer and better experience for everyone involved. SafeChat+ is designed to review in-app conversations and detect and prevent verbal abuse or harassment between consumers and Dashers.
Sabrent launches NT-25GA USB-C to 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet (2.5GbE) adapter for Windows, macOS and Linux
Today, Sabrent has launched its latest product -- the USB-C to 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet (2.5GbE) adapter (NT-25GA). This compact device is designed to provide a quick and easy way to add a high-speed Ethernet port to any USB-equipped system.
The Sabrent NT-25GA adapter supports impressive speeds of up to 2.5Gbps, making it ideal for handling large data transfers over distances of at least 100 meters using Cat5e or better cabling. It is fully backward compatible and comes with a range of standard features including Wake-On-LAN (WOL), UEFI PXE boot support for compatible systems, and more. For optimal performance, it is recommended to use the adapter with a USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5Gbps) port or faster.
Fake web traffic gets more sophisticated
Bots have been around for a long time, but they're now much more sophisticated, capable of mimicking human behavior, evading detection, and perpetrating a wide range of malicious activities.
A new report from CHEQ shows that latest bots are able to scrape data without permission, inflate engagement metrics, commit fraud, and compromise the security and integrity of websites, mobile apps, and APIs.
Centralizing observability saves businesses time and money
Observability is key to allowing organizations to manage their systems effectively, helping improve performance, cut workloads and save money.
Grafana has released its latest Obervability Survey, based on responses from over 300 industry practitioners which shows that 70 percent of teams are using four or more observability technologies.
NETGEAR launches Nighthawk CM3000 DOCSIS 3.1 high-speed cable modem
NETGEAR has officially launched the Nighthawk CM3000 DOCSIS 3.1 high-speed cable modem. Engineered with advanced mid/high-split technology, the CM3000 has the capability to deliver download speeds up to 2.5Gbps and upload speeds up to 1Gbps.
In a world where seamless connectivity is crucial for activities like gaming, video conferencing, and streaming, the CM3000 aims to provide lag-free and smooth experiences. With a significant increase in upload usage, as reported by OpenVault, the need for balanced upstream and downstream bandwidth has become more apparent. The CM3000 addresses this by offering upload speeds that are 2.5 times faster than its DOCSIS 3.1 predecessors.
Managing spending is the biggest cloud challenge
For the second year running managing cloud spending is the top challenge facing organizations, according to the latest Flexera State of the Cloud Report.
The survey of over 750 respondents shows more than a quarter of them spend over $12 million a year on cloud (29 percent), and 22 percent spend that much on SaaS.
Meta adds a new label to show whether third-party WhatsApp chats are secure
New rules in Europe means that WhatsApp will have to offer interoperability with other messaging apps and platforms. This is something that Meta has already been talking about, having published its preference for third parties to use the Signal Protocol as the foundation for these E2EE communications.
Use of the Signal Protocol will not be a requirement for interoperability, but whatever protocol is used by a third-party messaging app or platform, it will need to show they offer "the same security guarantees as Signal". To communicate security to users, WhatsApp is introducing a new "end-to-end encrypted" label that will be added to secure chats.
Microsoft is ending updates for Windows 10 21H2 and wants enterprise and education users to consider Windows 11
In three short months, Microsoft is ending support for various editions of Windows 10 21H2. This means that not only will there be no more new features or bug fixes, there will also be no more security updates released for the operating system.
Running any version of Windows that is not in receipt of security updates is a bad idea, but as this latest announcement includes numerous Enterprise and Education versions of Windows 10, the impact could be huge.
Baseus launches Blade2 Ultra-Thin Laptop Power Bank
Baseus Technology has launched the Blade2 Ultra-Thin Laptop Power Bank. This device offers a sleek design, powerful battery capacity, and advanced charging capabilities. It stands out with its ultra-thin and lightweight design. Weighing just 323g and measuring approximately 10mm in thickness (7.3mm at its thinnest part), it is 13 percent thinner than the MacBook Air 13.
Despite its slim profile, the Blade2 packs a punch with a 12000mAh Polymer Lithium battery, utilizing EV-grade Silicon Carbon Anode battery technology. The power bank boasts a 65W fast charging output, capable of quickly powering up laptops and other devices. It supports PD60W self-charging input and features a custom digital display interface, powered by BDIP digital power technology, for real-time charging status visibility.
Microsoft is rolling out new versions of Windows 10 and Windows 11 to Europe
March 6 was an important day in the European Union as it marked the date on which the Digital Markets Act (DMA) came into force. The new legislation places numerous requirements on "gatekeepers" (defined as "large digital platforms providing so called core platform services"), and this has already seen Apple roll out a different version of iOS to the EU than to the rest of the world.
The DMA affects a lot of tech firms, including the likes of Google and Microsoft. With the new legislation having come into force, Microsoft has implemented compliance measures, and this includes rolling out DMA compliant versions of Windows 10 and 11 to users in the EU. The company has started this process and has explained what changes and differences this includes.
Dealing with the rise of hybrid and remote working [Q&A]
The pandemic led to a dramatic shift in working patterns with many more people working from home or spending less time in the office.
Recently though we've been seeing more calls for staff to go back to the office. So, have working patterns changed for good and if so how can productivity levels be maintained with remote working? We talked to Mark Cresswell, co-founder and executive chairman of Scalable Software, to find out.
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