Simplify your security toolkit
What threats do security leaders need to worry about? Answer this question and more with Corey Nachreiner, CISO at WatchGuard.
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The End of Windows 10 Support Is an E-Waste Disaster in the Making
Wednesday’s end of free Windows 10 support is an environmental disaster in the making, with as many as 400 million computers that cannot be upgraded to Windows 11 set to be cut off from receiving free security updates. The move is an egregious example of planned obsolescence that will inevitably result in the early deaths…
Apex undergoing independent review of utility bills after cybersecurity attack
The Town of Apex in conjunction with a review firm is reviewing utility bills after a cybersecurity attack in July 2024.
Ransomware gang leaks data stolen in Rhode Island’s RIBridges Breach
The Brain Cipher ransomware gang has begun to leak documents stolen in an attack on Rhode Island’s “RIBridges” social services platform. […]
Rockwell Patches Critical, High-Severity Vulnerabilities in Several Products
Rockwell Automation has released six new security advisories to inform customers about several critical and high-severity vulnerabilities.
Top Priorities for Cybersecurity Leaders in 2025: Info-Tech Research Group Publishes Annual Report
Info-Tech-Research Group has highlighted in a new report that the continued escalation of sophistication and frequency of cyber threats has put immense pressure on cybersecurity leaders to adapt and protect their organisations. The global IT research and advisory firm advises that this risk environment demands that organisations shift from reactive measures to more proactive strategies…
Arc Raiders ‘Watchlist’ Names and Shames Backstabbing Players
A new website is holding Arc Raiders players accountable when they betray their fellow players. Speranza Watchlist—named for the game’s social hub—bills itself as “your friendly Raider shaming board,” a place where people can report other people for what they see as anti-social behavior in the game. In Arc Raiders, players land on a map…
Dora the Explorer Teaches About ‘Sigma,’ an Extremely Toxic Male Aspiration
Dora the Explorer, the cute Nickelodeon cartoon character, is teaching kids what it means to be “Sigma,” a slang term describing an extremely toxic male archetype which originates in the darkest corners of the so-called “manosphere.” “Hola, grown-ups! Today I have a super cool word for you! Sigma,” a 3D rendered version of Dora says…
Behind the Blog: Getting Political
This is Behind the Blog, where we share our behind-the-scenes thoughts about how a few of our top stories of the week came together. This week, we discuss “staying out of politics” and what it means to be a tech news publication. EMANUEL: I’m very proud of our output for the last few weeks. When…