Bank of England’s Prudential Regulation Authority to Improve UK’s Operational Resilience The Bank of England’s Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) is taking the lead in enhancing operational resilience in the UK. The move is aimed at protecting consumers, financial stability, and market integrity. Improving Operational Resilience The PRA is responsible for ensuring that financial institutions are
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API Security Still Overlooked, Says Contxt CEO Mayur Upadhyaya Introduction Application programming interfaces or APIs are essential building blocks of the modern digital world. They connect different software and services, enabling them to work together and share data. Unfortunately, despite their widespread use, API security remains overlooked. Main Points During the recent Infosecurity Europe event,
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New Malware Exploits Vulnerability in TP-Link Archer AX21 Wi-Fi Routers A new form of malware called Condi has been discovered, which exploits a security vulnerability in TP-Link Archer AX21 (AX1800) Wi-Fi routers, rendering them vulnerable to distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) botnet attacks. According to Fortinet FortiGuard Labs, the attacks, which are orchestrated by an online user
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VMware Patched Critical Vulnerability Active Exploitation in Aria Operations for Networks VMware has recently patched a critical vulnerability, but it appears that it has been already exploited in the wild. The vulnerability is present in Aria Operations for Networks, formerly known as vRealize Network Insight. The Flaw and Its Danger The vulnerability is called CVE-2023-20887.
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OT security practices.” Three Security Vulnerabilities Found in OT Products Recently, cybersecurity firm Forescout discovered three security vulnerabilities in operational technology (OT) products from Wago and Schneider Electric. These flaws are part of the broader set of shortcomings called OT:ICEFALL, which consists of a total of 61 issues spanning across 13 different vendors. What is
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Why Security Certifications Pose a Problem for Diversity and Innovation Introduction As cyber attacks increase, security certifications become more important to verify that professionals have the necessary skills and knowledge to protect businesses and organizations. However, some experts have pointed out that this reliance on certifications can create unintended consequences, such as hindering diversity and
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Troublesome Flaws Found in Smart Pet Feeders: Kaspersky Warns Smart pet feeders, designed to make it easier for busy owners to feed their pets, may require extra surveillance. Kaspersky, a cybersecurity firm, recently detected two security flaws: one an insecure cloud server and the other an exposed device debugging tool. The Two Flaws: Unprotected Cloud
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Cyber Defense vs Cyber Resilience Cyberattacks have increasingly become a major concern for organizations globally. These attacks continue to evolve, becoming more sophisticated and harder to detect and prevent. This has resulted in many businesses focusing on cyber defense strategies in an attempt to safeguard themselves from these attacks. However, according to Saj Huq, organizations
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Survey Finds Poor Password Habits Rampant Among Tech Users A recent survey conducted by a cybersecurity firm has discovered that 75% of respondents do not use solid, unique passwords. Weaknesses Identified The survey found that of those who did use passwords, many used the same word multiple times or failed to differentiate between uppercase and
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Artificial Intelligence Takes Over Journalism: Magazine Filled with AI-Generated Images The Rise of AI in Journalism Artificial intelligence (AI) has brought numerous advancements in various industries, including the world of journalism. However, with new advancements also come new challenges and threats. A recent magazine called “AI Generated Art” has raised concerns about the role of
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