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A data scraping service known as Spy Pet has sparked privacy concerns by selling extensive user data from Discord. With a claimed 600 million user database, Spy Pet offers user profiles and activity details for a minimal fee. Discord is actively investigating the matter. The incident emphasizes the need for clearer regulations protecting user privacy.
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Security vulnerabilities pose a significant threat to businesses. Netizen’s Security Operations Center (SOC) has identified five critical vulnerabilities from March. These include RCE vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows Hyper-V and Open Management Infrastructure, as well as EoP vulnerabilities in Microsoft’s Azure Kubernetes Service and desktop versions of Firefox. Immediate patching or mitigation is essential.
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PCI DSS is crucial for businesses handling credit card info. Common mistakes include neglecting security assessments, storing data incorrectly, weak passwords, lack of employee training, non-compliant third-party vendors, and more. To ensure compliance, businesses can consult cybersecurity experts and utilize Netizen’s services for built-in security and compliance support.
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Over the last half-decade, TikTok has swiftly climbed to a leading position within the realm of social media, captivating a worldwide audience with its short, intriguing video content. Owned by the Chinese technological behemoth ByteDance, TikTok has been the focus of intense international scrutiny and debate, mainly from Western governments. The heart of this debate…
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Security vulnerabilities are a common occurrence in managing any business’s organizational security. The prompt patching and remediation of any new vulnerabilities are critical to reducing the outside attack surface. Netizen’s Security Operations Center (SOC) has compiled five vulnerabilities from February that should be immediately patched or addressed if present in your environment. Detailed writeups below:…
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Data disposal, a critical component of information lifecycle management, involves the processes and methods used to permanently remove or delete data from digital storage devices. This practice is essential in managing data securely, ensuring that once data is no longer required, it cannot be recovered or misused. Data disposal works by overwriting the original data…
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Netizen’s Security Operations Center (SOC) has identified and detailed five critical vulnerabilities from January that should be promptly patched. These include issues in NetScaler ADC, NetScaler Gateway, Google Chrome, vCenter Server, and Apache ActiveMQ. Netizen offers advanced security solutions and services, including compliance support, vulnerability assessments, and an automated assessment tool.
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The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) January 18th enforcement actions signal a significant shift in the regulatory landscape concerning consumer privacy and data protection. One of the most striking instances of this change is the proposed settlement with InMarket Media, a Texas-based data aggregator. This case is noteworthy not only for its direct implications for InMarket…
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The year 2023 marked a significant surge in phishing attacks targeting cryptocurrency wallets, highlighting the increasing sophistication of cybercriminal activities in the blockchain space. These attacks, impacting a wide range of networks including Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, Polygon, Avalanche, and nearly 20 others, have led to substantial financial losses, totaling nearly $295 million stolen from…
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Security vulnerabilities are a constant threat to business operations, making prompt patching crucial. Netizen’s Security Operations Center highlights five critical vulnerabilities from December, emphasizing the need for immediate action. These include issues with Microsoft Power Platform Connector, Google Chrome’s WebRTC framework, Apache Struts, SSH ProxyCommand, and Apache OFBiz. Netizen offers comprehensive security solutions and support.
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