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Tracked as CVE-2020-3566 and CVE-2020-3569 and featuring a CVSS score of 8.6, in late August, when Cisco announced that hackers were already targeting them in attacks, the two bugs were made public. In the Distance Vector Multicast Routing Protocol (DVMRP) feature of IOS XR, both problems were found and could be exploited without authentication to trigger the Internet Community Management Protocol (IGMP) mechanism to drain memory and crash processes. The bugs occur because IGMP packets are not adequately treated, Cisco says, which means that designed IGMP traffic may be sent to the affected devices to activate them....

How did the attack happen? Is there a chance that this may happen again, and how can such dangers be avoided in the future? There are no particular answers to these questions because the severity or rather the complexity of the cyber-attack determines the level of severity. It can take weeks or even months to figure out how the attack transpired and whether it can happen again in the future. Several penetration tests must be conducted in a methodical manner for an in-depth examination of the source of the threat....

Any alliance’s principal purpose is to advance the members’ common interests by combining and leveraging their resources, such as financial, talent, and military. This goal is founded on the notion that no single state or company can provide all of the talents and expertise required to complete a complex endeavour. The Era of Cybersecurity Alliances is Coming to an End Forming cybersecurity alliances is one of the most effective tactics corporations have devised to combat cyberattacks....

The majority of people associate Arizona with desert golf courses and retirement homes. However, Arizona’s economy has been one of the fastest-growing in the country for several years. Education, healthcare, and construction are leading the way in terms of job creation and personal income. And this fast-paced expansion, which is substantially above the national average, is anticipated to continue in the coming years. The top employers in Arizona’s economy in 2019 were, in order of size, trade, transportation, and utilities; education and healthcare services; professional and business services; and government, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics....

So, what is the link between cybersecurity and environmental protection? There’s a lot more to it than meets the eye. Infrastructure is one of the most serious cybersecurity dangers to the environment. Take, for example, water infrastructure. Most municipal drinking water supplies in industrialised economies come from utility districts, which rely on huge infrastructure to capture, treat, and distribute drinking water. Municipal water is then transported away via wastewater infrastructure, where it is treated before being returned to natural systems....

The bad guys are busier than ever. The percentage of organizations affected by a successful cybersecurity attack has slumped over the past three years, but this year it has jumped from 78% to 80.7%. Not only that, 35.7 per cent of organizations went through six or more successful attacks for the first time ever. The number of respondents claiming a successful assault on their organization is also very likely to hit a record high in the coming 12 months....

The attacks are related to Earth Wendigo, a threat agent who does not seem to be aligned with established hacking organisations, according to an advisory from Trend Micro. Earth Wendigo has attacked numerous organisations, including government agencies, academic centres, and universities in Taiwan, beginning in May 2019, Trend Micro said. The attacks include the use of spear-phishing emails to numerous targets, including Tibet, the Uyghur region, or Hong Kong-related politicians and activists....

What is malware? Malware is a type of software that is designed to damage or disable computers and computer systems. Malware can be spread through email attachments, websites, or by downloading infected files from the internet. Malware can also be installed on a computer by an attacker who has gained access to the system. Once malware is installed on a system, it can perform a number of different actions. Some types of malware are designed to steal information, such as login credentials or credit card numbers....

A Discord server widget can be added to your site in a few different ways. The simplest method is to use Discord’s built-in widget system, although this is a very rudimentary method. If you require anything more complicated, you may need to consider WidgetBot, a third-party solution. On add a Discord widget to your website, you’ll need to know the following. What Is a Discord Widget, and How Does It Work?...

What is spyware? Spyware is a type of malware that can track your activities on the internet and collect personal information. Spyware can be installed on your phone without your knowledge or consent, and it can be very difficult to remove. To find spyware on your phone, follow these steps: How do I find spyware on my phone? There are a few ways to find spyware on your phone. One way is to go to the Settings app and select Security....

What is a Botnet? A botnet is a collection of compromised computers that can be controlled by a single attacker. A botnet usually contains tens or hundreds of infected computers. The attacker uses the bots to conduct spam, virus, and other cyberattacks. How does a Botnet Work? Botnets are networks of infected computers that are controlled by a botnet master. The purpose of a botnet is to carry out specific tasks, such as sending spam or launching attacks on other systems....

For example, we have seen many reports in recent months of compatibility issues and other issues arising from a Windows 10 update. For example, in the Windows 10 April 2018 Update the quality of web browsers was affected and in Windows 10 October 2018 Update, personal files, documents, and photos of some people are removed. The quarterly cumulative and safety updates for Windows 10 have also caused problems. For example, in the first week of October 2019, a patch was shipped that disabled Printing Splitter Service, and an update shipped broke the Start menu....

Instagram had previously experimented with a tool that allowed users to see who was screenshotting their stories. While this function was eventually removed, it raised the question of whether individuals can see screenshots of their Instagram stories. It’s simple to take screenshots of Instagram Stories if you know how. You can also rest assured that you won’t be taken off guard if you keep these screenshots secret. Even if Instagram’s screenshot policies change in the future....

Today, most students are active on social media platforms and gaming sites which tend to be filled with fraudsters and hackers. Even those who are taking online courses should exercise caution, especially when submitting confidential information such as names, social security numbers and bank account details. Teachers can help students develop and improve their security skills by educating and being there for them in case something happens. Teachers need to keep in mind that students will make a lot of mistakes even after being warned....

What is a firewall? Firewalls are computer security tools that protect networks from unauthorized access. They work by monitoring messages that pass between computers and blocking those that could potentially contain malicious content. Sometimes called packet filters, firewalls can be installed on a single computer or network, or they can be deployed as part of a security solution that monitors traffic across an entire organization. How does a firewall work? Firewalls work by blocking incoming and outgoing traffic....

How to unblock gambling websites The easiest way to unblock gambling websites is to use a VPN. If you can’t access any of the gambling sites, connecting to a VPN server will virtually change your IP and location thus allowing you to bypass any restrictions. It will encrypt and hide your internet traffic from ISP, government, or employer. How do you get caught gambling online? Your internet traffic can be viewed by your ISP, government, or employer regardless of where you link online....

Apple’s iOS and iPadOS 14 have made it possible to customize your iPhone or iPad Home Screen to your liking. Although iOS is not as customizable as Android, you can make some changes to make your Home Screen standout. Widgetsmith, one of the most popular iOS apps, allows you to create your own iPhone widgets. This article will demonstrate how Widgetsmith can be used to create widgets for your iPhone or iPad....

Sharing a YouTube video with friends may be a lot of fun. However, being able to watch it alongside them is much better. Unfortunately, especially if you live apart, this isn’t always doable. So, in this article, we’ve prepared a list of options for you and your pals to watch YouTube together. These services not only allow you to watch YouTube with your friends, but they also allow you to sync playback so that you and your friends are watching the same thing at the same time....

The Intel vPro platform is optimised for performance, security, management, and stability. Hardware, firmware, the operating system, and applications are all protected by the vPro security solutions. The Hardware Shield feature, which protects against firmware-level attacks, is designed to significantly limit the attack surface in the new vPro provided with 12th Gen processors, according to Intel. Furthermore, Control Flow Enforcement Technology (CET), which was first introduced with 11th Gen Core mobile processors to prevent malicious code injections into memory-based apps, is now available for desktop processors as well....

The risks of cryptocurrency As with all financial instruments, each crypto investment comes with a set of risks that shouldn’t be dismissed because you’re blinded by the opportunity to make profit. Cryptocurrencies are much more volatile than many other traditional securities like forex or shares, and while you can make extremely high returns, you can also lose a lot. Scams are also popular in the world of cryptocurrencies, with pump and dump schemes and fake ICOs appearing on a daily basis....