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Breaking news, news analysis, and expert commentary on cybersecurity threats that target remote users and their devices and the tools & technologies to protect them.

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Vulnerabilities & Threats
Microsoft: New Variant of macOS Threat XCSSET Spotted in the WildMicrosoft: New Variant of macOS Threat XCSSET Spotted in the Wild

Microsoft is warning the modular and potentially wormable Apple-focused infostealer boasts new capabilities for obfuscation, persistence, and infection, and could lead to a supply chain attack.

byElizabeth Montalbano, Contributing Writer
Feb 18, 2025
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1 Min Read
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Remote Workforce
Microsoft: Thousands of Public ASP.NET Keys Allow Web Server RCEMicrosoft: 1000s of Public ASP.NET Keys Allow Web Server RCE
byTara Seals, Managing Editor, News, Dark Reading
Feb 7, 2025
1 Min Read
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Remote Workforce
Google's DMARC Push Pays Off, but Email Security Challenges RemainGoogle's DMARC Push Pays Off, but Challenges Remain
byRobert Lemos, Contributing Writer
Feb 7, 2025
1 Min Read
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Remote Workforce
Abandoned AWS Cloud Storage: A Major Cyberattack VectorAbandoned AWS Cloud Storage: A Major Cyberattack Vector
byJai Vijayan, Contributing Writer
Feb 5, 2025
1 Min Read
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Сloud Security
Name That Edge Toon: In the CloudName That Edge Toon: In the Cloud
byJohn Klossner
Feb 3, 2025
1 Min Read
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Endpoint Security
1-Click Phishing Campaign Targets High-Profile X Accounts1-Click Phishing Campaign Targets High-Profile X Accounts
byElizabeth Montalbano, Contributing Writer
Feb 3, 2025
1 Min Read
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Endpoint Security
PrintNightmare Aftermath: Windows Print Spooler Is Better. What's Next?
PrintNightmare Aftermath: Windows Print Spooler Is Better. What's Next?
Jan 29, 2025
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1 Min Read
byJai Vijayan, Contributing Writer
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Remote Workforce
Name That Toon: Incentives
Name That Toon: Incentives
Jan 20, 2025
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byJohn Klossner, Cartoonist
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Threat Intelligence
North Korea's Lazarus APT Evolves Developer-Recruitment Attacks
North Korea's Lazarus Evolves Developer-Recruitment Attacks
Jan 15, 2025
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1 Min Read
byElizabeth Montalbano, Contributing Writer
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Threat Intelligence
Cyberattackers Hide Infostealers in YouTube Comments, Google Search Results
Cyberattackers Hide Infostealers in YouTube Comments
Jan 13, 2025
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1 Min Read
byElizabeth Montalbano, Contributing Writer
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Threat Intelligence
Fake CrowdStrike 'Job Interviews' Become Latest Hacker Tactic
Fake CrowdStrike 'Job Interviews' Become Latest Hacker Tactic
Jan 10, 2025
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1 Min Read
byKristina Beek, Associate Editor, Dark Reading
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Cybersecurity Careers
New Docuseries Spotlights Hackers Who Shaped Cybersecurity
New Docuseries Spotlights Hackers Who Shaped Cybersecurity
Jan 8, 2025
byAndrada Fiscutean, Contributing Writer, Dark Reading
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Identity & Access Management Security
1Password Acquires SaaS Access Management Provider Trelica
1Password Acquires SaaS Access Management Provider Trelica
Jan 7, 2025
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1 Min Read
byJeffrey Schwartz, Contributing Writer
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Cyber Risk
Proposed HIPAA Amendments Will Close Healthcare Security Gaps
Proposed HIPAA Amendments Will Close Healthcare Security Gaps
Jan 2, 2025
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1 Min Read
byFahmida Y. Rashid, Managing Editor, Features
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Cybersecurity Operations
Managing Threats When Most of the Security Team Is Out of the Office
Managing Threats When Most of the Security Team Is Out of the Office
Dec 20, 2024
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1 Min Read
byJoan Goodchild, Contributing Writer
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Identity & Access Management Security
Vendors Chase Potential of Non-Human Identity Management
Vendors Chase Potential of Non-Human Identity Management
Dec 19, 2024
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1 Min Read
byJeffrey Schwartz, Contributing Writer
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Cyberattacks & Data Breaches
Microsoft Teams Vishing Spreads DarkGate RAT
Microsoft Teams Vishing Spreads DarkGate RAT
Dec 16, 2024
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1 Min Read
byElizabeth Montalbano, Contributing Writer
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Endpoint Security
Pegasus Spyware Infections Proliferate Across iOS, Android Devices
Pegasus Spyware Infections Proliferate Across iOS, Android Devices
Dec 4, 2024
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1 Min Read
byElizabeth Montalbano, Contributing Writer
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Cybersecurity Operations
Does Your Company Need a Virtual CISO?
Does Your Company Need a Virtual CISO?
Dec 2, 2024
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byRobert Lemos, Contributing Writer
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Application Security
OpenSea Phishers Aim to Drain Crypto Wallets of NFT Enthusiasts
OpenSea NFT Phishers Aim to Drain Crypto Wallets
Nov 26, 2024
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1 Min Read
byElizabeth Montalbano, Contributing Writer
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Endpoint Security
How a Mental Health Nonprofit Secures Endpoints for Compassionate Care
How a Mental Health Nonprofit Secures Systems for Compassionate Care
Nov 21, 2024
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1 Min Read
byJennifer Lawinski, Contributing Writer
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Remote Workforce
Name That Toon: Meeting of Minds
Name That Toon: Meeting of Minds
Nov 18, 2024
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1 Min Read
byJohn Klossner, Cartoonist
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ICS/OT Security
Frenos Takes Home the Prize at 2024 DataTribe Challenge
Frenos Takes Home the Prize at 2024 DataTribe Challenge
Nov 14, 2024
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byJennifer Lawinski, Contributing Writer
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Remote Workforce
New Essay Competition Explores AI's Role in Cybersecurity
Essay Competition Explores AI's Role in Cybersecurity
Nov 12, 2024
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1 Min Read
byEdge Editors, Dark Reading
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Vulnerabilities & Threats
Has the Cybersecurity Workforce Peaked?
Has the Cybersecurity Workforce Peaked?
Nov 7, 2024
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byRobert Lemos, Contributing Writer
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Cyberattacks & Data Breaches
Nokia: No Evidence So Far That Hackers Breached Company Data
Nokia: No Evidence So Far That Hackers Breached Company Data
Nov 6, 2024
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1 Min Read
byElizabeth Montalbano, Contributing Writer
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Cybersecurity Operations
Oh, the Humanity! How to Make Humans Part of Cybersecurity Design
How to Make Humans Part of Cybersecurity Design
Nov 5, 2024
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1 Min Read
byRobert Lemos, Contributing Writer
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Mobile Security
Name That Edge Toon: Aerialist's Choice
Name That Edge Toon: Aerialist's Choice
Nov 4, 2024
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1 Min Read
byJohn Klossner, Cartoonist
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Cyberattacks & Data Breaches
Vishing, Mishing Go Next-Level With FakeCall Android Malware
Vishing, Mishing Go Next-Level With FakeCall Android Malware
Oct 30, 2024
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1 Min Read
byElizabeth Montalbano, Contributing Writer
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Cybersecurity Careers
Breaking Barriers: Making Cybersecurity Accessible for Neurodiverse Professionals
Making Cybersecurity More Accessible for Neurodiverse Talent
Oct 22, 2024
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byJoan Goodchild, Contributing Writer
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Remote Workforce
Name That Toon: The Big Jump
Name That Toon: The Big Jump
Oct 22, 2024
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1 Min Read
byJohn Klossner, Cartoonist
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Identity & Access Management Security
Even Orgs With SSO Are Vulnerable to Identity-Based Attacks
Even Orgs With SSO Are Vulnerable to Identity-Based Attacks
Oct 15, 2024
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1 Min Read
byEdge Editors, Dark Reading
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Endpoint Security
The Lingering 'Beige Desktop' Paradox
The Lingering 'Beige Desktop' Paradox
Oct 14, 2024
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1 Min Read
byDave Lewis, Global Advisory CISO, 1Password
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Cyberattacks & Data Breaches
Microsoft: Creative Abuse of Cloud Files Bolsters BEC Attacks
Microsoft: Creative Abuse of Cloud Files Bolsters BEC Attacks
Oct 9, 2024
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1 Min Read
byElizabeth Montalbano, Contributing Writer
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Endpoint Security
Despite Prevalence of Online Threats, Users Aren't Changing Behavior
Despite Online Threats, Users Aren't Changing Behavior
Oct 8, 2024
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1 Min Read
byJennifer Lawinski, Contributing Writer

Editor's Choice

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Application Security
Microsoft's February Patch a Lighter Lift Than January'sMicrosoft's February Patch a Lighter Lift Than January's
byJai Vijayan, Contributing Writer
Feb 11, 2025
4 Min Read
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Cyber Risk
DeepSeek AI Fails Multiple Security Tests, Raising Red Flag for BusinessesBiz Beware: DeepSeek AI Fails Multiple Security Tests
byElizabeth Montalbano, Contributing Writer
Feb 11, 2025
4 Min Read
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Cyberattacks & Data Breaches
Salt Typhoon's Impact on the US & BeyondSalt Typhoon's Impact on the US & Beyond
byMichael McLaughlin, Jillian Cashand 1 more
Feb 11, 2025
4 Min Read
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