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Windows Server 2012 / 2012 R2 End of Life – Here’s How to Secure your Legacy Servers
[By Michael Gorelik, CTO of Morphisec] Microsoft’s decision to end support for Windows Server 2012 and 2012 R2 should surprise no one. But the end of support for these decade-old operating systems is still catching many off guard. Early last year, support ended for Windows 7, Windows 8, 8.1, and Windows Server 2008 […]
Russia bans Microsoft followed by Amazon and Google
Russia implemented a sweeping ban on Microsoft Cloud services on March 20th, with plans to extend the prohibition to Google and Amazon web services in the coming weeks. While security analysts cite national security concerns as the primary motive, trade experts suggest it’s a retaliatory measure against sanctions imposed on the country on December 18, […]
Microsoft suspects Russian hackers still lurking in its corporate network
In a recent statement, Microsoft, the American software behemoth, has raised concerns over the presence of Russian state-funded hackers within its corporate network. Despite affirming that its software remains uncompromised, the company has warned of potential threats lurking within its infrastructure. Last November, various Western media outlets reported the infiltration of Microsoft’s email systems by […]
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Bank of America Data Breach by Infosys Bank of America (BOA) has filed accusations against Infosys US, alleging a data breach that compromised details of its employees and some customers. The breach report was submitted to the Office of Maine Attorney General, holding Infosys accountable for safeguarding customer data. It’s reported that hackers accessed sensitive […]
Microsoft to release its Windows Germanium with AI Security
Microsoft is gearing up for the forthcoming update to its Windows 11 operating system, tentatively named “Germanium.” Insiders within the company have hinted that this new release, expected in September 2024, will integrate advanced AI security measures, making it highly resilient against a wide range of cyber threats. Excitingly, the subsequent iteration, Windows 12, codenamed […]
Microsoft eases up data security framework for users of European Union
In the contemporary business landscape, companies worldwide are increasingly adopting a strategic approach to store and analyze user data within their respective countries, eliminating the necessity to transfer it to foreign servers. Across China, America, Europe, India, Canada, and Australia, businesses are aligning themselves with this approach. However, Microsoft, the American technology giant, has introduced […]
Top 7 seven Cyber Attack news headlines trending on Google
MongoDB Inc., a platform specializing in document-oriented storage, has officially disclosed falling victim to a cyber attack on December 13, 2023. This breach potentially allowed hackers to gain unauthorized access to information stored in the MongoDB Corporate database servers. The compromised data includes metadata and customer information. Urging caution, the NOSQL database company advises its […]
Microsoft invests $5 billion to bolster Cyber Shield of Australia
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has unveiled Microsoft’s Cyber Shield, a substantial commitment to bolster the nation’s cybersecurity infrastructure with a $5 billion investment. The announcement was made during the Prime Minister’s visit to the Australian embassy in Washington, D.C., with the presence of Brad Smith, the head of the prominent tech company. This substantial […]
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The Navy Exchange Service‘s sale of Lenovo laptops at steep discounts and duty-free rates has raised concerns among U.S. lawmakers due to the manufacturer’s ties to the People’s Republic of China. There are apprehensions that these laptops could potentially contain pre-installed malware aimed at spying on users in Western countries. While currently, this is only […]
Microsoft 38TB AI Data Leak details
In July 2020, Microsoft (MS) launched its dedicated Artificial Intelligence (AI) research division, initially envisioned to harness vast datasets for its search engine. The venture seemed promising, but a recent revelation by security researchers from WIZ serves as a stark reminder that even tech giants can stumble when it comes to safeguarding user data. The […]