Despite concerns about the draft Investigatory Powers Bill, a legal researcher has highlighted that existing legislation is a much bigger threat to privacy than most UK citizens realise
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450301485/Researcher-uncovers-UK-government-threat-to-privacy
TalkTalk has overhauled security since its controversial data breach in 2015, according to CTO Gary Steen, and is investing in technology to beat its rivals on customer service
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450301467/CIO-interview-Gary-Steen-chief-technology-officer-TalkTalk
A recent leak of a cache of more than 19,000 emails from the Democratic Party officials right before Hillary Clinton’s nomination as president details the split between the DNC and Senator Bernie Sanders.
The set of emails appeared on Wikileaks show that DNC officials were scoffing at Sanders and the ones who support him. In one email, it was also found out that they questioned his commitment to the Jewish religion. Some emails also show the DNC and White house officials discussing whether the guests with controversial backgrounds should be invited to party events or not.
Read more details https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2016/jul/23/dnc-emails-wikileaks-hillary-bernie-sanders
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Two of the biggest tech giants in the United States have just rolled out new products that gives a new normal for anyone who operates important online networks and businesses.
Because businesses and big online networks are constantly facing threats from cyber criminals, the US government and as well as other tech giants are busy preparing new ways to fight back the rising crime and keep the everyday user safe from the internet crimes by creating new technologies.
The two tech giants working towards this are Facebook and AT&T. Both demonstrated a brand new security tool that allows networks to respond to threats 95% faster.
Read more details http://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/news/2016/07/18/under-cyber-attack-tech-giants-innovate/87251542/
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Data security is increasingly vital for organisations as the countdown begins for compliance with new rules imposed by the EU’s general data protection regulation
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/opinion/Six-essential-processes-for-keeping-data-secure
IAM + CRM is much more than simply IAM for external users, says Ivan Niccolai
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/opinion/Consumer-identity-management-is-the-core-of-real-CRM
Judges at the UK’s most secret court were persuaded not to disclose the existence of secret intrusive data on the population after briefings and lunch with MI5’s deputy director general
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450301257/MI5-accused-of-compromising-security-court
In this video interview, Don Kavanagh, former chief architect at Home Office SIA discusses how IT architectures can be used to maximise the benefits from the cloud
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/video/CW500-video-Don-Kavanagh-discusses-how-to-architect-IT-for-the-cloud
Just 2% of more than 15,000 enterprise cloud application analysed are GDPR-ready, according to a cloud risk report
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450301241/Most-cloud-applications-not-GDPR-ready-report-reveals
Countries and companies must act quickly to address the cyber security skills shortage through improvements in education, workforce diversity, training opportunities, security technology and data collection, a report says
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450301168/UK-education-system-failing-to-support-cyber-security-profession
Setting up a cyber criminal business is easier than ever believed, according to UK information security startup Digital Shadows
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450301137/UK-security-startup-discovers-one-stop-shop-for-cyber-crime-businesses
Transatlantic data transfer framework approved, but will need more fine-tuning in the first joint review in a year’s time
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450301127/Privacy-Shield-good-to-go-for-at-least-a-year-say-EU-regulators
Next wave of ransomware expected to be more pervasive, resilient and capable of spreading quickly and effectively throughout networks by capitalising on vulnerabilities
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450301068/Business-unprepared-for-future-ransomware-says-Cisco-report
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) just filed a lawsuit in US Federal court on Wednesday. This case challenged the constitutionality of an anti hacking law that was passed. The argue was that it prevents the academics and others from obtaining any data in order to investigate online algorithms and whether they are discriminatory or not.
The filed lawsuit claims that Computer Fraud and Abuse Act infringes the Constitution’s first amendment protections of speech, the right to petition and the press.
The lawsuit was brought in with the help of university professors and First look media.
Read more details http://www.reuters.com/article/us-cyber-lawsuit-aclu-idUSKCN0ZF1Q2
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The training of 100 Nigerian public officers began on this Monday by US officials. The training was intended to train officials to implement the cybercrime law effectively.
During the first week, the government officials from US will train around 50 Nigerian investigators and prosecutors in hopes to strengthen cybercrime first responder and digital evidence skills.
The training will also involve international cooperation, civil liberty issues and security strategies.
Read more details http://theeagleonline.com.ng/us-trains-100-nigerian-officials-on-implementation-of-cybercrime-law/
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Many companies are still not applying the best technologies, policies and procedures to ensure sensitive data is protected in the cloud
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450301035/Cloud-adoption-still-outpacing-security-capability-study-finds
Cyber criminals have accessed some O2 customer accounts to steal personal details and offer them for sale, but O2 says it was not breached and password re-use is to blame
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450301005/O2-denies-data-breach
Online public service users may be asked to allow access to their Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter accounts to help prove they are who they say they are
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300972/Government-tests-use-of-social-media-accounts-for-verifying-online-user-identity
Australian enterprises are increasingly investing in security software as the threats to data continue to multiply
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300891/Australia-security-software-spending-growth-spurt
The Baltic state is reportedly in early stage talks with the UK and Luxembourg governments about setting up a backup site in either country to protect citizens’ data from risk of hackers
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300892/Estonia-seeks-UK-datacentre-to-protect-citizens-personal-data-from-hackers-report
Police chiefs fround around the country were called for a national campaign against online crime and fraud as the scale of online theft is increasing day by day. A new study recently revealed that nearly 1 in 10 people are now more likely to be a victim of online fraud or offence. Around 6 million people were victims of cybercrime last year.
What is even more alarming is that this number is far greater than the cyber security authorities initially estimated at last October. In other news, cybercrime is also quickly taking over traditional crime which has led the police to start an awareness campaign.
Read more details https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2016/jul/21/crime-rate-online-offences-cybercrime-ons-figures
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If you regularly use tablets, computers and smartphones, or other digital gadgets that use internet, you are 20 times more likely to be a victim of online fraud or offence.
A surge in cybercrime was recently found by a study which found that nearly 6 million people were victims of some kind of an online offence last year. This means around one in 10 people from entire adult population was victimized.
Online cyber crime is getting on the rise because technology is becoming a norm and nearly everyone from all backgrounds, ages and countries are now connected online.
Read more details http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2016/07/21/one-in-people-now-victims-of-cyber-crime/
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A group of tech firms have joined forces to develop a management protocol for IoT devices that could pave the way to an open, interoperable standard to address security and privacy risks
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300848/Tech-firms-tackle-IoT-security-with-management-protocol
A report by dark web intelligence firm Flashpoint reveals how jihadist groups use common security and other tools to hide their digital communications from national security forces
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300831/Jihadists-digital-tools-revealed
Privacy Shield faces inevitable legal challenges, so organisations should prepare by considering legal and practical alternatives
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/opinion/Privacy-Shield-gets-green-light-for-now
The security industry welcomes the inclusion of cyber crime statistic in official crime reports to highlight the size and nature of the threat
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300764/Security-industry-welcomes-cyber-crimes-inclusion-in-official-stats
Mobile contactless payments enable three key security controls that make them more secure than physical and e-commerce payments, according to a report by Isaca
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300752/Mobile-payments-get-Isacas-security-approval
The United States recently invited over a few Cambodian officials to learn about how to combat Cyber Crime from U.S cyber security experts.
This is a much needed move because just recently several countries and their nongovernmental organizations have expressed serious concerns over the recently rising global cyber crime. They all agreed that Cambodia needs a new Cybercrime law.
Currently, secretary of state at the ministry of Posts and Telecommunications estimates that at least 7 million Cambodians use the internet on a daily basis. This is giving rise to cyber crime as more and more people are becoming victims of cyber threats and attacks. Personal data is being stolen and fraudulent over the internet is becoming common.
Read more details http://www.voanews.com/content/united-states-train-cambodian-government-combat-cybercrime/3396048.html
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Even Nascar teams aren’t safe from cyber attacks anymore. Hackers recently attacked the Circle Sport-Leavine Family Racing’s (CSLFR) and stole car, driver and course data using ransomware. This event highlights how far cyber crime has come through.
The story was first published by Nascar. Before the big race in April next year, the chief of the team Dave Winston’s computer was also hacked. Information like vital files were stolen leaving the team unable to properly prepare for the upcoming race.
The hacking was completed using the TeslaCrypt Ransomware program that has since been also shutdown after the event.
Read more details http://www.sporttechie.com/2016/06/28/nascar-team-is-latest-victim-of-cybercrime-and-the-sports-world-needs-to-take-notice/
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A report based on independent data ranks the UK behind most major European countries as a safe location for storing data
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300689/UK-falls-behind-most-European-countries-in-safe-data-storage-rankings
Williams Group seals technical partnership to protect its confidential high-value data in the competitive world of F1 racing
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300665/Williams-F1-teams-up-with-Thales-cyber-security
Malcolm Turnbull has made key tech appointments following his narrow victory in the Australian election
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300555/Australian-prime-minister-appoints-new-tech-leads
The government has admitted that the rate of conviction on those accused of attempting or successfuly completing cybercrime is on the rise. There is only one way to fight this kind of crime and that is through preventative methods.
The government is taking steps to imrprove the systems and make sure that new cyber threats are prevented in the future. But to achieve this, state of the art new equipment must be installed and new professionals need to be hired. There are already enough professionals available but because of private companies offering them better packages, many leave the government as soon as they have become capable of handling sophisticated attacks.
Read more details http://gadgets.ndtv.com/internet/news/taking-step-to-fight-cybercrime-says-government-862674
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Carbon Black is betting on next-generation antivirus technology by acquiring Confer to extend the capability and appeal of its endpoint protection offerings
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300591/Carbon-Black-bets-on-next-generation-antivirus
Cyber crime is increasingly becoming a big threat to local communities all over the United States. According to Chief Constable at Isle of Man, the police is not seeing significant rise but there is definitely enough cyber crime going on the internet to be worried about.
We are quickly entering a period where traditional crime is getting lesser and cyber crime is taking over. Recently it was reported that cybercrime has already outpaced traditional crime in the UK and there is no doubt that other countries will soon experience this.
Read more details http://www.energyfm.net/cms/news_story_438646.html
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Distributed denial of service attacks continue to be popular with attackers, increasing in size, complexity and frequency in the first half of 2016, according to the latest global report by Arbor Networks
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300564/DDoS-attack-size-up-73-from-2015
Drinks firm Rémy Cointreau uses Centrify’s identity and mobile management to simplify security, improve business agility and reduce IT costs
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300485/Case-study-Remy-Cointreau-boosts-security-and-productivity
If you are kind of a person who quickly logs on to public networks whenever you land on new soil, you should stop, think and reconsider. There are tons of public Wi-Fis which are extremely insecure to join and they could cause you to lose personal data.
Kaspersky Lab recently did a study which used 11,850 people for the survey who revealed they were victims of cyber crime when they were abroad. This is due to unsecure wi-fis they join when they land in a new country.
People are used to connecting immediately because that is the only way they can find out about maps, restaurants and other happenings in the location.
Read more details : http://7days.ae/travellers-risk-cyber-crime-using-unsecured-wi-fi
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The European Union Intellectual Property Office used up a few months to investigate into the tactics of IP offenders and compiled a report.
According to them, IP offenders are often using a technique known as domain squatting and through affiliate programs, BitTorrent and Bitcoin as means to carry out their offending operations.
They gain monetary benefits by selling counterfeit products on the internet and then also make money by setting up ad spots on their websites. Although their websites are illegal, they are still very popular amongst people looking to acquire cheap or free stuff.
Read more details : http://news.softpedia.com/news/euro-agency-discovers-the-abc-of-online-piracy-and-cyber-crime-506410.shtml
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Expense management is one area of business where the application of IT can bring about double-digit cost reductions
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/feature/Manage-expenses-to-boost-the-bottom-line
Businesses can take several precautions to avoid being victims of ransomware, but if all else fails, they should negotiate with their attackers, according to a report by F-Secure
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300483/Most-ransomware-gangs-open-to-negotiation-says-F-Secure
It has become increasingly clear that there is no plan beyond the Brexit, so what do we do now, asks Chi Onwurah, the shadow minister for business
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/opinion/What-does-Brexit-mean-for-the-digital-economy
Whether it’s the IoT, cloud, mobility, big data or analytics, there is always something new to grapple with. At Cisco Live in Las Vegas attendees found out how to keep up
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/feature/Digital-transformation-gives-CIOs-chance-to-be-agents-of-change
The stakeholders met on Wednesday at the Harare Hotel to discuss a draft of the Bill by the Minitry of Information Communication Technology. It was discussed at a workshop that was organised by the Centre of Applied Legal Research (CALR)
The Draft Read:
Any person, who unlawfully and intentionally generates, possesses and distributes an electronic communication with the intent to coerce, intimidate, harass, threaten, bully or cause emotional distress, degrade, humiliate or demean the person of another person, using a computer system or information system shall be guilty of an offence and liable, on conviction, to a fine not exceeding level 10 or imprisonment not exceeding five years or both
Read more details https://www.newsday.co.zw/2016/07/15/cybercrime-bill-seeks-3-year-jail-sentences-offenders/
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Canadian Elizabeth Denham is to begin work as the UK’s information commissioner after a three-week delay
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300401/Elizabeth-Denham-to-start-as-UK-information-commissioner-on-18-July-2016
Small businesses typically struggle to afford cyber intrusion prevention systems, but the introduction of a service tailored for this market could change that
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/feature/Cost-effective-managed-IPS-for-small-businesses
Tech firms, civil liberties groups and trade bodies welcome what could be a landmark ruling by a US court in protecting the privacy of cloud services
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300396/Tech-industry-welcomes-Microsoft-victory-in-data-access-case
According to Intel Security EMEA chief technology officer Raj Samani, we are not losing the war against cyber criminals.
He revealed this while speaking to Intel Security Summit in Mallorca. He cited the UK National Crime Agency (NCA) which recently suggested that the security firms and government agencies are losing the war against cyber criminals. It was also recently revealed that cybercrime is quickly outpacing traditional crime in the UK.
The NCA believe the efforts by government and security firms are not enough to fully address the issues faced by organizations against cyber crimes.
Read more details http://www.channelweb.co.uk/crn-uk/news/2464926/were-not-losing-war-against-cybercrime-intel-security
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Preet Bharara, the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York recently talked to Reuters. Issues like Cyber Crime, justice and transparency were discussed on the Q&A session.
Bharara touched on the issue that companies in the U.S. have been denying and ignoring cyber threats on the basis that they do not understand it. He insisted that in able to fight back, U.S. company executives have to tackle the issues with a positive attitude. They have to become the leaders and guide people with the current issues faced in cyber security. They need to be brave and not be scared of dealing the issues.
Read more details http://wwd.com/media-news/fashion-memopad/u-s-attorney-preet-bharara-cybercrime-justice-transparency-with-reuters-harold-evans-10487921/
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According to Global Economic Crime Study, cybercrime is not just an IT Problem anymore.
In 2016, it was found out that cyber crime has become the second most reported kind of economic crime. Every organization, from health care to construction to estate is facing cybercrimes on a regular basis. Hackers now infiltrate any network they wish and take part in fraud and information stealing.
Economic losses associated with cybercrimes reached $450 billion in last year.
This problem has become a global problem and yet many organizations are still not prepared to face or prevent a cyber threat.
Read more details http://www.bizjournals.com/bizjournals/how-to/technology/2016/07/employees-best-defense-against-cybercrime.html
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In the past five years, around thirty percent of consumers around the world have experience card fraud. This number was revealed in a recent data acquisition by ACI Worldwide and Aite Group.
The study was based on 6,000 consumers from at least 20 different countries around the world. It revealed that if benchmark numbers from 2014 are compared to current year, unauthorized access or activity on payment cards like debit, prepaid and credit is on the rise.
It was found that Mexico is facing the most problems in the world with nearly 56% consumers facing card fraud. Following was Brazil at 49%.
Read more details http://www.nacsonline.com/Media/Daily/Pages/ND0714164.aspx#.V4fEaLh96Uk
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Two years after his arrest in Canada for cyber spying on US military aircraft, a Chinese businessman has been jailed by a US court for nearly four years
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300360/US-jails-Chinese-businessman-in-military-hacking-case
IBM was the only top security supplier to show growth in 2015, bouyed by the rapid growth in the Siem market, says Gartner
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300339/Siem-fastest-growing-security-market-segment-reveals-Gartner
Nearly half of UK firms lack advanced cyber defences, despite the high level of concern about cyber attacks and associated costs
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300330/Cyber-attacks-cost-UK-business-more-than-34bn-a-year-study-shows
The UK’s Brexit vote has thrown many businesses into uncertainty and doubt about whether they will have comply with the cyber security rules coming out of the EU
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300136/UK-business-unlikely-to-dodge-EU-cyber-security-rules-post-Brexit
The European Commission has delayed Google’s fine for anti-competitive practices by six weeks to give the company more time to review Android charges
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300324/EC-gives-Google-six-week-extension-in-Android-case
In a report released by the National Crime Agency and CREST, a link between online video games and its relation with cyber criminality has been revealed.
The report Identiy, Intervene, Inspire deals with people who started out as playing online video games and then turned to serious cyber crimes later. It identifies the path they took. By tracing the popular path, it will become possible to track back on the source of crime and identify any teenagers who are planning to follow the same path. It will also allow NCA to help stop from teenagers from taking this path.
Read more details http://www.scmagazineuk.com/report-identifies-path-from-online-gaming-to-cyber-criminality/article/503043/
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Cybercrooks who are behind the notorious Sundown Exploit kit are reportedly working on an upgrade to the hacking tool in order to create a gap in the market. They are acting rapidly to upgrade the exploit kit because earlier both Nuclear and Angler exploit kits came to a halt.
Sundown Exploit is quickly growing enough to take over other exploits in the market. Security researchers believe that work has been accelerated on the evolution of this kit and has been since 2016.
The cyber criminals are using the code they stole from the rival RIG exploit kit which help them create their own.
Read more details http://www.theregister.co.uk/2016/07/13/sundown_exploit_kit_updates/
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A woman was found to have taken part in a gloval cybercrime scheme and has been sentenced afterwards. The suspect was caught after another woman reported that she was scammed.
44 year old Genoveva Farfan will now face prison for at least eight years as she was pleaded guilty on Tuesdays on pleas of conspiricy to defraud and inovlve in identity theft in the United States.
The decision was made by U.S. Judge Sul Ozerden in Gulfport, Mississippi. Farfan has also been fined $2500 in total. She is considered to be amongst the 20 people who took part in this scheme.
Read more details http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/los-angeles-woman-sentenced-global-cybercrime-scam-40542374
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Most consumers think biometric authentication is the best way to secure payments via mobile devices, Visa survey finds
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300228/Biometrics-on-payments-device-safe-say-three-quarters-of-consumers
Pokemon Go became insanely popular in just a week. The game has only been released in a few regions which has many left to download the game using unofficial means.
The APK files of the game are openly available on the internet to directly download on your devices. A lot of these files are uploaded by Cyber Criminals to infect your phone with malware. This can then allow them to steal personal information such as credit cards, login details and much more. To avoid being a victim of an infected phone, don’t download the game from unofficial sources.
Read more details http://www.mirror.co.uk/tech/cybercriminals-use-pokmon-go-infect-8396078
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Venafi extends its security platform to help security teams support DevOps in using secure TLS keys and certificates quickly and easily
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300208/DevOps-a-black-hole-for-security
The government should delay the Investigatory Powers Bill to allow time for proper scrutiny following the political chaos that has engulfed Britain after the Brexit vote
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300206/Investigatory-Powers-Bill-rushed-through-under-cover-of-Brexit
The European Commission has adopted the EU-US Privacy Shield framework, but businesses still lack clarity and assurance on transatlantic personal data transfers
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300197/Business-lacks-certainty-despite-official-adoption-of-EU-US-Privacy-Shield
IBM leads the charge as large private businesses invest heavily in security resources across Australia in an attempt to close the security gap
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300029/IBM-sets-up-security-centre-in-Canberra
Hotel group implements centralised security management to proactively protect endpoints and achieve accurate security information
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300134/Gulf-based-Rotana-Hotels-centralises-IT-security
CalAmp LoJack Corp has just revealed that auto thieves are now using cyber crime techniques to steal cars. They are using technology to hack into electronic auto ignitions with laptops. They have high end technology that is helping them breach the security of an automobile.
The technique uses a portable scanner that exploits the electronic key fobs.This is an identity theft technology where personally identifiable information data that is stored within the vehicle and its computer is stolen. They are also using a car cloning system that allows them to come up with a fake Vehicle Identification Number (VIA) which then allows them to produce documents.
Read more details http://www.networkworld.com/article/3093395/security/auto-thieves-adopting-cybercrime-like-tactics.html
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Using sophisticated malware technology, a Russian gang consisting of 5 members used a complex network of cash mules to successfully launder cash that was obtained from accounts.
Police has found enough evidence of the missing £4.5 million. Some of the cash that was laundered was used to immediately purchase jewellery which was smuggled to Russia. The police were however able to recover at least £190,000. But they have agreed that the actual cost to the victims is much higher than this.
The last two members of the gang were jailed. They will serve seven years and six month on the charges of conspiracy.
Read more details http://www.wharf.co.uk/news/local-news/russian-gang-jailed-laundering-45m-11600924
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The road to olympics in Rio De Janerio has generated enough news to say that it has been a bumpy ride at the least. Many issues such as pollution, street violence, zika, doping and construction delays made it to the news.
But now as the summer games are about to begin in about a month, there is a brand new concern. This time it is rise in cyber crimes.
Devin Redmond, vice president and general manager of social media security in a cyber security company that is well known has discussed the issue.
Read more details http://www.wdef.com/2016/07/12/uptick-in-cybercrime-ahead-of-rio-olympic-games/
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A technology security skills shortage is leaving firms at increasing risk of cyber security attacks
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300139/Skills-gap-leaves-firms-at-risk-from-cyber-attacks
At least three people were arrested by the Edo State Police command for using the internet to expose bank accounts of people. The cyber criminals managed to transfer at least N1,173,000 into their own accounts.
The police released the names of the criminals which are Otasowie Osarugue, Bamidele and Emalele Bright.
The cyber criminals were alleged to have taken part in the crime between February and May 2016.
Chris Ezike, who is the state police commissioner, told the press that the suspects managed to hack into the accounts of Ogbemudia Lydia and Rosemary Osague.
Additionally 7 others were suspected.
Read more details http://thenationonlineng.net/three-arrested-cyber-crime/
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Google claims it is notifying customers of the 4,000 state-sponsored cyber attacks a month amid security concerns about Pokémon Go, developed by Google spinoff Niantic
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300132/Google-boasts-of-security-as-Pokemon-Go-invades-Google-accounts
At Cisco Live in Las Vegas, Cisco’s Rowan Trollope says security must be built-in from the start as the world moves towards the next generation of the internet
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300119/Rethink-needed-on-network-security-says-Cisco
Royal Society report calls for greater sharing of breach and threat information, and more support for research and international collaboration
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300120/Cyber-security-must-top-UK-agenda-say-leading-scientists
For those of you who do not know, revenge porn is still not illegal in Ireland.
The Department of Justice has just revealed that the Law Reform Commision is on its way to produce a report on cybercrime which will help inform the legislation regarding this area in the future. Currently on a few aspects of revenge porn are covered under the current law set in the country.
The gap in the law occurs because of Section 10 which states that harassment can occur via various means but it needs to be persistent. Therefore uploading such content does not fall under the applied current law.
Read more details http://www.irishexaminer.com/ireland/revenge-porn-not-a-crime-in-ireland-409531.html
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The National Crime Agency (NCA) has started urging busineses to make better use of the cybercrime reporting paths given to them in order to share the intelligence gathered with concerned authorities like Law Enforcement. This will greatly help in clamping down the rising problems of the corporate world when it comes to cyber security.
Cybercrime is an issue that is being overlooked and thus it is rising on a daily basis. The point of National Crime Agency is to help better communication and spread awareness amongst corporate entities in order to better deal with these threats. With under reporting from business, this is almost impossible to achieve.
Read more details http://www.essentialretail.com/news/article/578360a79ea24-nca-calls-for-better-reporting-of-cybercrime-incidents
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Cybercrime is growing and as a result it is outpacing traditional crime in the UK. Due to increasing nature of technology, criminals are finding new ways to sabotage and steal information from businesses and people alike. The situation is now determined to be nearly unstoppable as cybercrime reaches a point where it is quickly growing more in numbers when compared to traditional crimes.
This trend is suggesting that there is lack of information security in the country and it calls for the government to reduce the vulnerabilities to prevent the growing number of threats online.
Read more details http://www.darkreading.com/threat-intelligence/cybercrime-now-surpasses-traditional-crime-in-uk/d/d-id/1326208
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In just over a decade, the cases handled by Police’s Cyber Crime department has surged to over 1,000 percent increase. With so many more cases to handle, the police is still using outdated equipment.
A recent evaluation report by EU has determined that the systems deployed at the cybercrime unit of the police are obsolete and unable to handle the growing threats of modern cybercrime.
The report covered specific areas that included child sexual abuse/pornography, cyber attacks and card fraud. According to the report the police is using systems that are several years old. They also suffer from lack of human resources and technical equipment necessary to fight the threats.
Read more details http://www.independent.com.mt/articles/2016-07-10/local-news/Police-Cybercrime-Unit-using-old-and-obsolete-equipment-EU-assessment-finds-6736160744
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Monitoring and analytics firm detected unauthorised activity associated with production servers and database of user credentials
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450300025/Datadog-calls-for-password-reset-after-cyber-breach
Most information security professionals support the National Crime Agency’s call for help from businesses in pursuing cyber criminals
from ComputerWeekly: IT security http://www.computerweekly.com/news/450299949/Security-industry-largely-welcomes-NCA-cyber-crime-report
