CSO Update

September 19, 2019

10 signs you're being socially engineered

Scammers will try to trick you and your organization's users into giving up credentials or other sensitive date. Be skeptical if you see any of these signs. Read more ▶

Your Must-Read Stories

•	Misconfigured WS-Discovery in devices enable massive DDoS amplification

•	Secrets of latest Smominru botnet variant revealed in new attack

•	How to detect and halt credential theft via Windows WDigest

•	6 questions candidates should ask at every security job interview

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Frost and Sullivan: Growth Opportunities for Professional Headsets

The distributed, dynamic, and on-demand workforce of today requires unprecedented mobility, connectedness and top-notch experiences to stay engaged and productive. Read more ▶

Misconfigured WS-Discovery in devices enable massive DDoS amplification

Researchers were able to achieve amplification rates of up to 15,300%. Some mitigations are possible. Read more ▶

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Secrets of latest Smominru botnet variant revealed in new attack

Researchers gained access to a Smominru command-and-control server to get details on compromised devices and scope of the attack. Read more ▶

How to detect and halt credential theft via Windows WDigest

Attackers can steal user credentials by enabling credential caching in the Windows authentication protocol WDigest. Here's how to stop them. Read more ▶

6 questions candidates should ask at every security job interview

The cybersecurity skills shortage means security pros can be picky about where they work. Here's how to suss out bad employers. Read more ▶

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A Comprehensive Guide: Apple Device Security for Beginners

A well-planned cyberattack or an accidental download of malware can mean the difference between a productive day and all work grinding to a halt. Read more ▶