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The manufacturer of Axis security cameras has patched seven vulnerabilities that affected 392 different camera models.
Vendor Patches Seven Vulnerabilities Across 392 Camera Models
Axis Communications AB, a Swedish manufacturer of network cameras for physical security and video surveillance, has patched seven security flaws across nearly 400 security camera models.
bleepingcomputer.com
Despite training and increased awareness, a study has found that employees are still practicing poor cyber hygiene including reusing the same password for all accounts or clicking on email links without verifying where it would take them. #cybersecurity
Despite advancements, training and fears of breaches, employees still practice bad cyber hygiene, study
Despite the majority of consumers being afraid of having their personal data compromised by a breach, employees are still continuing to engage in risky behavior.
scmagazine.com
With its ability to run silently on systems and evade detection of its victims to generate profits for cyber-criminals, it's no surprise that crypto-currency mining malware has overtaken ransomware as a favored tool of hackers. #cryptocurrency #malware
Cryptocurrency Mining Tops Ransomware Attacks as New Cyberthreat
While ransomware attacks continue to preoccupy the minds of healthcare IT security pros, a new threat is emerging—cryptocurrency mining.
healthitsecurity.com
In an effort to make businesses more accountable, Arizona is upping the maximum fines businesses face for data breaches from $10,000 to $500,00 per incident. #databreach http://ow.ly/4m0H30kyfT8
The Chicago Public Schools are apologizing for a data breach that has affected thousands of families across the Chicago area when a school employee emailed private information to 3,700 families. #databreach
CPS Apologizes For Data Breach
CPS officials said an employee emailed private student information to more than 3,700 families.
chicago.cbslocal.com
Have an Amazon Fire stick? It might be mining cryptocurrency for hackers. #cryptojacking
Cryptocurrency Mining Malware Strikes Fire TV Sticks
The malware has targeted thousands of vulnerable Android devices with a special developer feature activated, like Amazon Fire TV products sideloaded with sketchy apps.
pcmag.com