Cybersecurity Tech Brief By HackerNoon

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  • What Is FraudGPT?

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/what-is-fraudgpt.


    Hackers have their own version of ChatGPT: a chatbot that can help with malware and phishing called FraudGPT. Here's everything you need to know.
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #cybersecurity, #fraudgpt, #chatgpt, #wormgpt, #hackers, #malware, #phishing, #what-is-fraudgpt, and more.


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


    FraudGPT is a product sold on the dark web that works similar to ChatGPT but helps facilitate cyber attacks. Here's how it's being used.

    8 min
  • From Hack to Sale: The Journey of Stolen Data

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/from-hack-to-sale-the-journey-of-stolen-data.


    Have you ever wondered what happens to stolen data when it goes to the Dark web? or how does someone purchase stolen data?
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #darkweb, #wtf-is-dark-web, #searching-the-dark-web, #data-breaches, #stolen-data, #cybercriminal-tactics, #darkweb-marketplace, #how-buying-stolen-data-works, and more.


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


    In today's interconnected world, the theft of data has become an increasingly prevalent issue. In "From Hack to Sale: The Journey of Stolen Data," we will journey into the world of cybercrime, tracing the path that stolen data takes from its initial breach to its sale on the dark web.

    12 min
  • The Rising Issue of Zombie APIs and Your Increased Attack Surface

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/the-rising-issue-of-zombie-apis-and-your-increased-attack-surface.


    Zombie APIs expand your attack surface. Learn how to identify and manage these hidden threats to secure your infrastructure and protect sensitive data.
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #api-security, #zombie-api, #cybersecurity, #data-protection, #api-management, #network-security, #endpoint-monitoring, #hackernoon-top-story, and more.


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


    A zombie API is a forgotten and overlooked infrastructure that remains available for use. Hackers could find an endpoint by reverse engineering code, reviewing open-source repositories, or through “fuzzing” Without monitoring, an attacker could retrieve data for months with no limitations or rate limiting.

    12 min
  • The Persistent Human Element in the Future of Cybersecurity

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/the-persistent-human-element-in-the-future-of-cybersecurity.


    How do new technology trends impact cybersecurity? Is the future of cyber security more human than we think?
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #cybersecurity, #ai-in-cybersecurity, #future-of-ai, #ai-trends, #ai-for-business, #ai-use-cases, #ai-for-work, #ai-for-productivity, and more.


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


    The current decade will always remain etched in the annals of tech history for the unprecedented advent of artificial intelligence. Tech pundits and gurus are already predicting its far reaching transformative effects. A potent question is if the cybersecurity landscape is slated to incur ramifications of this onslaught. Is AI going to edge out humans or is it likely to augment human roles?

    5 min
  • Navigating Privacy in the Age of Big Compute

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/navigating-privacy-in-the-age-of-big-compute.


    Big compute has made re-identification from combinations of fully “anonymized” datasets can be used to identify individuals.
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #privacy, #privacy-enhancing-technologies, #nist-cybersecurity-framework, #oecd-ai-principles, #unicity, #de-anonymization-of-datasets, #re-identification-risk, #hackernoon-top-story, and more.


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


    Data that includes personally identifiable information requires the highest standard of security. The meaning of privacy has forever changed, as big compute has made re-identification from combinations of fully “anonymized” datasets can be used to identify individuals. We need to change our mindset if we are going to preserve privacy online.

    14 min
  • What Does a DDoS Attack Mean for Schools, and How Can They Be Prevented?

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/what-does-a-ddos-attack-mean-for-schools-and-how-can-they-be-prevented.


    Distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks have plagued schools for quite some time. DDoS attacks are cyberattacks in which a server is overloaded
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #ddos-attack, #how-to-prevent-ddos-attacks, #what-is-a-ddos-attack, #cybersecurity-for-schools, #school-cyber-attacks, #how-does-a-ddos-attack-work, #hacker-strategies, #botnets, and more.


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


    Distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks have plagued schools for quite some time. DDoS attacks are cyberattacks in which a server is overloaded with unsolicited requests until it becomes unstable and an outage occurs. Students are the primary perpetrators, as they can cost as little as $5. There are multiple strategies that schools can take to safeguard themselves.

    6 min
  • Vendict at RSA 2024: Revolutionizing Security Compliance with AI

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/vendict-at-rsa-2024-revolutionizing-security-compliance-with-ai.


    The whirlwind experience was both exhausting and exhilarating, immersing us in the vibrant, fast-paced world of cybersecurity.
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #cybersecurity, #rsa-conference, #cybersecurity-compliance, #ai, #grc, #rsa-2024, #rsa-2024-highlights, #annual-rsa-conference, and more.


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


    Our journey to RSA 2024 was no small feat. With many team members making an 11,000-mile round trip, we navigated flight cancellations, long layovers, and the inevitable jet lag. Despite these hurdles, the team’s enthusiasm remained undiminished. Pitching our innovative product on the booth, even when it felt like 3:00 am due to the time difference, became a new normal. The whirlwind experience was both exhausting and exhilarating, immersing us in the vibrant, fast-paced world of cybersecurity, uniquely flavored with RSA's distinctive charm.

    7 min
  • 560 Million Ticketmaster Customers Possibly Exposed In Data Breach

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/560-million-ticketmaster-customers-possibly-exposed-in-data-breach.


    Shiny Hunters, asserts responsibility for the Ticketmaster data breach, amassing a staggering 560 million customer records.
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #data-breach, #ticketmaster-shiny-hunters, #ticketmaster-data-breach, #live-nation-data-breach, #live-nation-shiny-hunters, #ticketmaster-hack, #live-nation-hack, #hackernoon-top-story, and more.


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


    A notorious dark web collective, known as Shiny Hunters, has claimed responsibility for breaching Ticketmaster/Live Nation. Reportedly, the group aims to vend 1.3 terabytes of customer information for a sum of $US500,000 ($752,000) If substantiated, the repercussions could be dire, unleashing a deluge of identity theft and financial malfeasance upon the hapless victims.

    5 min
  • INE Security Enables CISOs To Secure Board Support For Cybersecurity Training

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/ine-security-enables-cisos-to-secure-board-support-for-cybersecurity-training.


    According to the Ponemon Institute’s 2023 Cost of Data Breach Report, organizations with extensive incident response planning and testing programs saved $1.49 m
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    You can also check exclusive content about #cybersecurity, #ine-security, #cyberwire, #press-release, #ine-security-announcement, #cyber-threats, #cybercrime, #good-company, and more.


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


    CISOs are increasingly anxious because while they realize the ax will fall on them when the inevitable breach occurs, securing boardroom support for heavy investment in preventative measures is challenging. Human error remains one of the leading causes of security breaches. Investing in cybersecurity training is a strategic investment that can yield significant returns.

    9 min
  • 8 Painful API Security Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/8-painful-api-security-mistakes-and-how-to-avoid-them.


    Secure your APIs by avoiding common mistakes like weak authentication, lack of encryption, and poor error handling. Enhance your API security today.
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    You can also check exclusive content about #api-security, #cybersecurity, #application-security, #data-encryption, #secure-coding, #api-management, #cyber-threats, #input-validation, and more.


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


    API security refers to the practices and protocols put in place to protect [APIs (Application Programming Interfaces)](https://hackernoon.com/mastering-apis-a-complete-guide-for-beginners) APIs serve as the conduits through which different software applications communicate. Security measures are essential to ensure that only authorized parties can access and interact with APIs.

    8 min

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