Web application security
Manchester United praised for swift response to cyber attack
The Theatre of Dreams briefly turned into The Theatre of Nightmares as Manchester United Football Club suffered a cyber-attack on their systems on Friday 20th November. This e-Guide dives into more depth about how the attack happened and what Manchester United's cyber security team did, in order to prevent a loss of data and keep a clean sheet.
News : Web application security
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July 27, 2021
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US lawmakers call for probe into ‘arrogant’ spyware firm
US members of Congress have called for an investigation into NSO Group, the spyware supplier at the centre of a massive surveillance scandal
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July 27, 2021
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TikTok sets up cyber security hub in Dublin
Dublin-based cyber centre will oversee the security of TikTok’s users across Europe
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July 26, 2021
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Malicious actors turn to obscure programming languages
Using new, lesser-known or otherwise uncommon programming languages to code new malwares can help skirt cyber defences
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July 19, 2021
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Pegasus mobile RAT abused to monitor journalists and activists
Israel-based surveillance specialist NSO Group is facing renewed pressure after it emerged its Pegasus mobile surveillance tool may be being widely abused by repressive regimes
In Depth : Web application security
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Five ways to ensure remote working security and compliance
A mix of on-site and remote working has become a fact of life for many organisations. We look at five key things you should consider to ensure compliance and security Continue Reading
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Tips to minimise vulnerabilities in web and mobile apps
Agile software development can sometimes be at odds with secure by design principles. We look at how organisations are balancing security with coding Continue Reading
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How software developers can create mobile apps securely and quickly
The mobile app market is booming, but to achieve success, organisations must develop mobile apps securely and rapidly Continue Reading
Blog Posts : Web application security
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Do video games breed hackers?
The aim on Monday is to explore how the online wild west of gaming seemingly escalates young gamers from downloading simple cheat codes to launching full-scale DDoS attacks and even being involved ... Continue Reading
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One size does not fit all - current cyber security practice as revealed by the DCMS Breaches Survey
The report is an excellent snapshot but it also illustrates why most business leaders (large or small) find it so hard to take cyber security seriously until it is put into the context of their own ... Continue Reading
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The New Norm Still Means The Old Norm When It Comes To Exchange Vulnerabilities
Some things in IT never change and one is exposing vulnerabilities in Microsoft’s armoury, not least as has recently been reported, Microsoft Exchange. Oh, how the hackers love Exchange… So, at the ... Continue Reading
Opinion : Web application security
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Government-led innovation can help cyber startups find a market
There are many reasons why early-stage cyber startups often struggle to get off the ground, but government-backed programmes can help them find a path Continue Reading
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Can a web app ever be truly secure?
Despite the wealth of vulnerability detection tools and practices, there remains a vast array of web application security breaches Continue Reading
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Why identity is the central problem for the future of the internet
As debate rages over who has the right to control user identities online, is the concept of decentralised identity about to have its day? Continue Reading
Videos : Web application security
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Lauri Love: how reformed hackers halted the WannaCry virus
Lauri Love presents a compelling story of the WannaCry malware that nearly brought down the NHS, and the behind the scenes work of former hackers, and security researchers that helped to prevent lives being lost. Love is facing extradition to the US after allegedly taking part in a hacking protest over the death of internet pioneer Aaron Swartz, who faced jail for using a hidden computer to downloading academic journals at MIT.