The buy will help Accenture beef up its security consulting business.
#BlackHat: China’s Terracotta VPN Used for Advanced Threat Anonymity
Terracotta is being used as a launch platform for APT actors, including the well-known Shell_Crew/DeepPanda group.
Macs Face Zero-Day Exploit and Firmware Worm
Thunderstrike 2 is a proof-of-concept firmware worm that’s the first to attack Macs.
39% of Companies Use Password-Only Authentication
62% view employees as their biggest threat.
FBI Skills Gaps Leave Field Offices Understaffed with Cyber Experts
Next Generation Cyber Initiative has problems, says OGI
Fresh Attack Vectors Found for Stagefright Android Flaw
In addition to MMS, devices can be infected using malicious video files that auto-play when opening a website, or via malicious apps or MP4 files.
1.5Mn Affected In Medical Information Engineering Hack
Several healthcare providers were affected by the attack, including local companies and national outlets, and the federal government.
SANS Announces Recruitment Fair for Top Infosec Candidates
Institute will train up 40 applicants ready to step into a job
Potao Trojan Served Up by Russian TrueCrypt Site
ESET report reveals five-year targeted attack campaign
Russian Cyber Underground Goes From Strength to Strength
Trend Micro report highlights increasing sophistication and professionalism