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Krispy Kreme discloses cyberattack that is disrupting online orders
- Krispy Kreme disclosed a cyberattack, causing operational disruptions, including online ordering in parts of the US.
- The company has taken steps to investigate, contain, and remediate the incident with the help of cybersecurity experts.
- Shops worldwide remain open, with no interruption to deliveries, but disruptions are present in the US.
- The full scope, nature, and impact of the incident are still under investigation.
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What is AWS Step Functions? - A Complete Guide
- AWS Step Functions simplifies workflow management by connecting AWS Lambda and other AWS services to automates complex processes for seamless execution
- Common use cases for AWS Step Functions include e-commerce workflows like order validation and payment processing, data processing, error handling, and automation
- To design a workflow using AWS Step Functions, define your workflow using Amazon States Language (ASL), add state types like Task, Choice, or Parallel states for specific actions, handle errors using Catch and Retry blocks, and integrate with AWS services like Lambda, DynamoDB, and S3
- Benefits of AWS Step Functions include simplified workflows, built-in error handling, parallel execution, and cost efficiency
- AWS Step Functions is a serverless orchestration service that connects different AWS services to work together seamlessly
- Step Functions visualizes workflows using States Language (ASL) and defines each step as a state
- There are three state types: Task, Choice, and Parallel which can be used for specific actions
- Best practices include proper error handling, efficient state management, and thorough monitoring using services like AWS CloudWatch and X-Ray
- Advanced features of AWS Step Functions include Dynamic Parallelism, Integration Patterns, and Performance Optimization
- To save on cost, optimize state transitions, use Lambda Provisioned Concurrency and service integrations, and design workflows efficiently
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Data Encryption and Decryption in Laravel
- This guide explains how to implement encryption and decryption for sensitive data in Laravel models.
- In the model, we will use Laravel's encrypt() and decrypt() functions to handle encryption and decryption automatically for specified fields.
- The controller can handle encrypted fields directly without additional encryption code.
- Secure your APP_KEY and use exception handling in getters for decryption errors.
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No More Spam, Please! How Can I Stop Getting Spam Emails?
- Spam emails can be a nuisance and can lead to more serious problems, such as phishing attacks.
- Anti-spam filter is the primary tool to tackle unwanted emails.
- 123 Reg Professional Email comes with built-in spam filters to keep inbox clear of unwanted emails.
- Microsoft 365 Email offers essential tools like Safe Sender Lists, phishing protection and Advanced Threat Protection.
- Consider setting a "disposable" email address for newletters, forums and online shopping.
- Avoid suspicious "Unsubscribe" buttons and never click on suspicious links to avoid more unwanted messages.
- Be selective in providing email address and use trusted and secure sites only.
- Anti-spam tools are available to effectively block spam and phishing emails, consider installing browser extensions.
- Obfuscating email address might help cut down spam, but a contact form is a better option for keeping things simple and clean.
- Stay informed to keep up with evolving spam tactics and report any suspicious activities.
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News alert: DMD Diamond invites developers to participate in open beta for its v4 blockchain
- DMD Diamond has announced the start of Open Beta for the DMD Diamond v4 blockchain.
- The v4 blockchain introduces advanced features to enhance efficiency and usability.
- Developers and blockchain enthusiasts are invited to test the platform's functionality.
- Key highlights include the Honey Badger Byzantine Fault Tolerance consensus mechanism and compatibility with the Ethereum Virtual Machine.
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Rising Cyber Extortion Threats Targeting Large Companies in 2024
- Hacking groups are increasingly targeting large organizations for significant payouts, exploiting vulnerabilities in the supply chain.
- A growing number of businesses are opting to pay the ransom, with some paying record amounts.
- Factors contributing to this shift include increased law enforcement efforts, advanced backup systems, and free decryption tools.
- Ransomware attacks are expected to increase by 50%, with finance, healthcare, technology, and logistics sectors at higher risk.
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Google unveils AI coding assistant ‘Jules,’ promising autonomous bug fixes and faster development cycles
- Google has unveiled an AI coding assistant called Jules.
- Jules can autonomously fix software bugs and prepare code changes.
- It integrates with GitHub, analyzes codebases, and creates pull requests.
- Jules aims to enhance development cycles and reduce costs.
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Ivanti fixed a maximum severity vulnerability in its CSA solution
- Ivanti addressed a critical authentication bypass vulnerability in its Cloud Services Appliance (CSA) solution.
- The vulnerability allows remote unauthenticated attackers to gain administrative access.
- Ivanti also fixed critical SQL injection vulnerabilities in the CSA admin web console.
- Ivanti released version CSA 5.0.3 to address the vulnerabilities.
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Tech Radar
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Ivanti warns it has found another major security flaw in its systems
- Ivanti has found a major security flaw in its Cloud Services Appliance (CSA) solution.
- The flaw is an authentication bypass in the admin web console, allowing attackers to gain administrative privileges.
- Users are urged to upgrade to version 5.0.3 to fix the bug.
- No evidence of abuse has been found yet, but previous CSA vulnerabilities have been exploited in the past.
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Researchers uncover Chinese spyware used to target Android devices
- Security researchers have uncovered a new surveillance tool called EagleMsgSpy used by Chinese law enforcement.
- The spyware has been operational since at least 2017 and is used by public security bureaus in China.
- EagleMsgSpy can collect extensive information from Android devices, including call logs, GPS coordinates, and messages from third-party apps.
- The tool is likely being used for domestic surveillance, but anyone traveling to the region could be at risk.
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New Cyber-Espionage Campaign Detection: Suspected China-Backed Actors Target High-Profile Organizations in Southeast Asia
- A recently uncovered cyber-espionage campaign has been targeting high-profile organizations in Southeast Asia since October 2023, with suspected China-linked hackers believed to be responsible.
- The campaign primarily aims to collect intelligence and has targeted government ministries, an air traffic control organization, a telecom company, and a media outlet.
- Attackers use a mix of open-source and living-off-the-land tools, including a remote access tool that exploits Impacket and various malicious software associated with Chinese APT groups.
- The attackers maintain persistent access to compromised networks, gathering passwords and exfiltrating valuable data.
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DMD Diamond Launches Open Beta for v4 Blockchain Ahead of 2025 Mainnet
- DMD Diamond launches the open beta for the v4 blockchain.
- The v4 blockchain features advanced functionality and the Honey Badger Byzantine Fault Tolerance (HBBFT) consensus mechanism.
- Developers and enthusiasts are invited to participate in testing and contribute to the project's future through DAO.
- DMD Diamond is a decentralized blockchain project focused on community-driven governance and technological innovation.
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On holiday: Most important policies for reduced staff
- December is prime time for cyberattacks and data leaks, especially in the United States, where organizations and employees are in holiday-season mode between Thanksgiving and New Year’s.
- Threat actors know this and see this period as prime time to launch an attack.
- Of the 18 cybersecurity professionals approached, only two shut down operations completely, while several reduced the number of staff working or were more flexible with providing time off.
- Keeping cybersecurity standards at normal levels is vital for all of the organizations.
- Several respondents stressed that cybersecurity standards have to be kept at normal levels, often through increased automation in threat detection or enhanced monitoring.
- Half the organizations freeze updates and patches, six change their incident response plan and elevate their alert protocols and four limit account access.
- 'The attacker was trying to encrypt critical data, which required immediate action from the response team. Due to proactive measures and rapid response from our offshore team, we managed to control the attack surface.'
- The common thread with these stories is that each security professional had either a plan in place that resulted in minimal damage or was able to use the incident to prevent problems in the future.
- To learn how IBM X-Force can help you with anything regarding cybersecurity including incident response, threat intelligence, or offensive security services schedule a meeting here.
- If you are experiencing cybersecurity issues or an incident, contact X-Force to help: US hotline 1-888-241-9812 | Global hotline (+001) 312-212-8034.
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Tech Radar
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Top Mexican fintech firm leaks details on 1.6 million customers
- A Mexican fintech startup, Kapital, has been found holding a large database full of sensitive customer data open on the internet.
- The database contained sensitive data on 1.6 million Mexicans, including voter IDs and selfies.
- The data can be used for wire fraud, identity theft, and other money-related crimes.
- Despite being notified, Kapital has not closed the database, leaving it vulnerable to exploitation.
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Designing Index Structure for Large Volumes of Data in Elasticsearch
- Elasticsearch requires careful index structure design for optimal performance with large datasets.
- Key considerations include understanding data volume, retention, and query patterns.
- Optimizing index and shard size is crucial to avoid resource wastage or scalability limitations.
- Implementing roll-over for time-based data enables efficient management and cleanup.
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