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  • The Importance Of a Routine Smart Contract Audit In Blockchain Security

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/the-importance-of-a-routine-smart-contract-audit-in-blockchain-security.


    Exploring the impact of smart contract audits on reducing crypto hacks, highlighting the importance of routine checks and advanced cybersecurity measures.
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #cybersecurity, #crypto-hacks, #smart-contract-audits, #blockchain-security, #defi-security, #ai-in-security, #smart-contracts, #auditing, and more.


    This story was written by: @iremidepen. Learn more about this writer by checking @iremidepen's about page,
    and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com.


    Smart contracts are pieces of self-executing computer programs on a blockchain. They are designed to function when a particular set of conditions are fulfilled. Hackers are able to identify and exploit the vulnerabilities of a smart contract. To address this menace, a regular smart contract audit is usually recommended by cyber security experts.

    6 min
  • The Microsoft and CrowdStrike Catastrophe: A Run-Down

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/the-microsoft-and-crowdstrike-catastrophe-a-run-down.


    CrowdStrike update causes major Microsoft outage. Explore potential causes and find solutions to prevent similar issues.
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #cybersecurity, #crowdstrike-outage, #software-testing, #microsoft-azure, #crowdstrike, #tech-disasters, #tech-news, #mictosoft-outage, and more.


    This story was written by: @thekonst. Learn more about this writer by checking @thekonst's about page,
    and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com.


    A recent faulty CrowdStrike security update caused a major Microsoft outage on July 19, 2024, affecting high-profile companies and critical sectors worldwide. The update led to transportation, healthcare, finance, and media disruptions. The issue stemmed from insufficient testing and a potential link to a Microsoft Azure outage. To prevent similar incidents, rigorous software testing and improved quality assurance processes are crucial.

    8 min
  • How I Implemented Access Approval in Our Open Source Project

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/how-i-implemented-access-approval-in-our-open-source-project.


    This article tells a story about the authors journey to adding RBAC and Access Approval to an open source project using Next.js and Permit.io
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #rbac, #open-source-software, #rbac-implementation, #access-control-models, #role-based-access-control, #rest-api, #user-authorization, #hackernoon-top-story, and more.


    This story was written by: @hacker6428749. Learn more about this writer by checking @hacker6428749's about page,
    and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com.


    Makaut Buddy, a notes-sharing platform for university students, faced challenges in managing user uploads securely. This article explains how implementing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) using Permit.io solved the issue, ensuring only authorized users can upload content, thereby enhancing the platform's security.

    12 min
  • What The IoT Video Revolution Means For Security

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/what-the-iot-video-revolution-means-for-security.


    Video integration in IoT devices reshapes surveillance. Security industry faces challenges and opportunities as cameras become ubiquitous in everyday objects.
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #security, #iot, #video-streaming, #webrtc, #pki, #connected-devices, #iot-video, #internet-of-things, and more.


    This story was written by: @nabto. Learn more about this writer by checking @nabto's about page,
    and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com.


    Video is no longer a primary feature but rather a secondary attribute that permeates the Internet of Things (IoT) The security industry must adapt to a landscape where surveillance cameras are distributed across devices with various functions. In 2026, the global surveillance market is estimated to grow to $54B, more than double the size of 2019.

    8 min
  • Compliance Engineering Expert Elevates Enterprise Security at Intuit

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/compliance-engineering-expert-elevates-enterprise-security-at-intuit.


    Compliance Engineering Expert Elevates Enterprise Security at Intuit
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #security, #cybersecurity, #intuit, #intuit-security, #intuit-assist, #ai-platforms, #financial-guidance, #good-company, and more.


    This story was written by: @missinvestigate. Learn more about this writer by checking @missinvestigate's about page,
    and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com.

    5 min
  • Stay Safe: Critical Information Your Employees Should Know Following the Crowdstrike IT Chaos

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/stay-safe-critical-information-your-employees-should-know-following-the-crowdstrike-it-chaos.


    Discover crucial security tips for employees to protect against social engineering attacks following the recent IT outage.
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #cybersecurity, #crowdstrike-outage, #microsoft, #global-it, #global-it-outage, #social-engineering, #cybercrime, #crowdstrike-it-outage, and more.


    This story was written by: @kisican. Learn more about this writer by checking @kisican's about page,
    and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com.


    Discover crucial security tips for employees to protect against social engineering attacks following the recent IT outage. Learn how to stay safe and secure

    5 min
  • Microsoft's Forced Updates: A Critique of the Global IT Outage

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/microsofts-forced-updates-a-critique-of-the-global-it-outage.


    A global IT outage caused by a flawed CrowdStrike update on Microsoft Windows reveals vulnerabilities in digital infrastructure, urging better update and cybers
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #cybersecurity, #crowdstrike, #global-it-outage, #crowdstrike-outage, #it-security, #microsoft-outage, #forced-updates, #hackernoon-top-story, and more.


    This story was written by: @kisican. Learn more about this writer by checking @kisican's about page,
    and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com.


    In the wake of the global IT outage, today’s events have suddenly brought into sharp focus the latent vulnerabilities within our interdependent digital infrastructure. Chaos has gripped airlines, healthcare, and financial institutions—critical services. Right at the centre of this crisis lies a flawed software update by security firm CrowdStrike that aimed to protect Microsoft Windows devices. These consequences thus serve as a shocking reminder of the risks involved with the forcing updates strategy Microsoft uses and its high dependency on a few key players within the technology world.

    6 min
  • Smart but Depressed or Dumb but Happy: The Internet’s Red Pill-Blue Pill Dilemma

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/smart-but-depressed-or-dumb-but-happy-the-internets-red-pill-blue-pill-dilemma.


    Explore the complexities of the internet's darker side, from online gender-based violence and misinformation to the environmental impact of solar panel e-waste.
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #internet-safety, #gender-based-violence, #online-abuse, #social-media-misinformation, #online-disinformation, #internet-addiction, #data-protection, #hackernoon-top-story, and more.


    This story was written by: @thetechpanda. Learn more about this writer by checking @thetechpanda's about page,
    and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com.


    Gender based abuse has been rampant on the internet, possibly because of the culture it panders to. A recent study reveals that Indian courts tend to treat cases of online violence towards women as less severe than physical violence due to the misconception that online space is less tangible than the real world.

    9 min
  • Lock Up Your LLMs: Pulling the Plug

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/lock-up-your-llms-pulling-the-plug.


    Protecting sensitive systems such as private LLMs through selective disconnection.
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #cyber-security, #future-of-ai, #ai-security, #network-security, #lock-up-your-llms, #ai-kidnapping, #ai-assisted-kidnapping, #hackernoon-top-story, and more.


    This story was written by: @jamesbore. Learn more about this writer by checking @jamesbore's about page,
    and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com.


    Using a device to physically disconnect and reconnect networks as a way to protect sensitive systems such as LLMs from 'kidnap' and ransomware attacks.

    7 min
  • How Startups Can Bolster Defenses as Cyber Threats Loom in Cloud Era

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/how-startups-can-bolster-defenses-as-cyber-threats-loom-in-cloud-era.


    The transition to cloud-based infrastructure and remote work has dramatically expanded the attack surface for cybercriminals.
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #cybersecurity, #cyber-threats, #cybersecurity-tips, #cloud-network-security, #futurism, #secure-access-service-edge, #data-loss-prevention, #good-company, and more.


    This story was written by: @ishanpandey. Learn more about this writer by checking @ishanpandey's about page,
    and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com.


    The transition to cloud-based infrastructure and remote work has dramatically expanded the attack surface for cybercriminals. Traditional security models, designed for on-premises setups, are no longer sufficient in this new landscape. The answer lies in adopting a comprehensive cloud network security strategy that combines cutting-edge technology and smart policies.

    11 min

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