Security Technology: November 2018

Why a Hacker Exploited Printers to Make PewDiePie Propaganda

An anonymous hacker has claimed credit for the prank, which is part of an ongoing YouTube subscriber feud.

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Microsoft's market value overtakes Apple's to close out week

Microsoft Corp's stock market value closed above Apple Inc's for the first time in eight years on Friday as the Windows maker benefited from growth in cloud computing while Apple was hit by investor concern about iPhone demand.

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Does Google harm local search rivals? EU antitrust regulators ask

EU antitrust regulators have asked Google's rivals if the internet search giant unfairly demotes local search competitors, according to a questionnaire seen by Reuters, a move which could lead to a fourth case against the Alphabet unit.

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Marriott's Starwood hack hits up to 500 million customers

Marriott International Inc said on Friday that hackers accessed up to 500 million customer records in its Starwood Hotels reservation system in an attack that began four years ago, exposing data including passport numbers and payment cards.

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The Marriott Hack: How to Protect Yourself

Up to 500 people's personal information has been stolen in a Marriott hack that lasted four years, one of the biggest breaches yet.

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Group of EU states reject compromise on digital tax as deadline looms

A group of European Union countries rejected on Friday a new compromise plan for the introduction of an EU-wide tax on digital revenues of large companies, diplomats said, making it increasingly difficult to meet a year-end deadline for a deal.

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Tesla achieves Model 3 production of 1,000 cars per day: Electrek

Tesla Inc met its production target of 1,000 Model 3 cars per day, automotive news website Electrek reported on Friday, citing Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk's email to employees.

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This Week in Security News: Ethics and Law in the Dark Web

Welcome to our weekly roundup, where we share what you need to know about the cybersecurity news and events that happened over the past few days. This week, learn how Trend Micro software can aid in safely securing containers on the AWS Cloud. Also, how the dark web has become a new advertising medium for practitioners of law.

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Securing Containers in The AWS Cloud with Trend Micro

Dynamic environments require security that integrates with CI/CD pipelines, provides runtime protection for Docker and Kubernetes, and protection for inter-container traffic.

Middle East, North Africa Cybercrime Ups Its Game

Ransomware infections increased by 233% this past year in the Middle East and North Africa as part of a shift toward more savvy and aggressive cybercrime operations in a region.

Today’s Data Breach Environment: An Overview

Leveraging data from Privacy Rights Clearinghouse, Trend Micro researchers discovered that overall, there has been a 16 percent increase in mega breaches compared to 2017.

DoJ Takes Down Online Ad Fraud Ring, Indicts 8

The U.S. Department of Justice revealed an unsealed indictment of eight defendants for crimes related to their involvement in widespread digital advertising fraud.

Water and Energy Sectors Through the Lens of the Cybercriminal Underground

As organizations in critical sectors (CI) like water and energy continue to incorporate the industrial internet of things (IIoT) in their operations, they should start with security in mind.

Atrium Health Data Breach Exposed 2.65 Million Patient Records

Atrium Health has revealed a data breach which exposed information belonging to roughly 2.65 million patients.

Uncovering the Truth About Corporate IoT Security

Trend Micro looks at IoT projects being driven by global organizations, their key challenges and perceived threats, and hard data outlining the frequency and type of attacks they’ve experienced.

Uber Fined Nearly $1.2 Million by British and Dutch Authorities for 2016 Data Breach

Uber was fined a combined $1.17 million by British and Dutch authorities for a 2016 data breach and cover-up that exposed the personal details of millions of customers.

Automating Security, Continuous Monitoring, and Auditing in DevOps

DevOps entails pivotal shifts, like the way monitoring and auditing are carried out. As requirements deploying applications change, the requisites for monitoring and auditing also change.

AWS Doubles Down on Containers, Launches MicroVM Manager

At re:Invent, AWS announced its new Container Competency Program and the addition of 160+ new container-based products to its Amazon Marketplace software catalogue.

Ethics Need Not Apply: The Dark Side of Law

In the course of Trend Micro’s research, we saw that lawyers were offering legitimate legal advice in matters related to family law, criminal law, real estate law, and business.

Did the findings of Privacy Rights Clearinghouse surprise you? Why or why not? Share your thoughts in the comments below or follow me on Twitter to continue the conversation: @JonLClay.

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U.S. appeals court upholds Sprint patent verdict against Time Warner Cable

A U.S. appeals court on Friday upheld a roughly $140 million jury verdict in favor of Sprint Corp in its lawsuit accusing Time Warner Cable Inc, part of Charter Communications Inc, of using patented technology without authorization.

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Marriott's Starwood database hacked, 500 million may be affected

Marriott International said on Friday hackers stole about 500 million records from its Starwood Hotels reservation system in an attack that began four years ago, exposing personal data of customers including some payment card numbers.

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ECB takes on PayPal with instant payment system

The European Central Bank launched on Friday a new system aimed at letting banks settle payments instantly across Europe, helping them compete with PayPal and other global tech giants.

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Amazon to allow Apple Music on its Echo speakers

Amazon.com Inc said on Friday Apple Music will become available on its Echo smart speakers starting Dec. 17, signaling increasing collaboration between the tech heavyweights.

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500 Million Marriott Guest Records Stolen in Starwood Data Breach

The world's biggest hotel chain Marriott International today disclosed that unknown hackers compromised guest reservation database its subsidiary Starwood hotels and walked away with personal details of about 500 million guests. Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide was acquired by Marriott International for $13 billion in 2016. The brand includes St. Regis, Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, W