Akamai: DDoS attacks on the rise, become more specialized

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CSO Salted Hash Jun 27, 2018 Akamai: DDoS attacks on the rise, become more specialized Akamai's new State of the Internet/Security: Web Attack report says DDoS attacks increased 16% since 2017. It also says China and Russia launch the most credential abuse attacks on the hospitality industry. Read More ▶ Your Must-Read Stories • Why we need to be worried about deepfake videos • $29 For Two Etekcity Smart Plugs With Alexa Compatibility - Deal Alert • Insider threat becomes reality for Elon Musk • For strong API security, you need a program not a piecemeal approach • Making the case for security spend • 4 scams that illustrate the one-way authentication problem Video/Webcast: EMA Analyst Research LIVE WEBINAR: Using Digital Threat Intelligence Management (DTIM) to Combat Threats Is the time right for your organization to purchase a threat intelligence platform? Join leading IT analyst firm EMA and IntSights for a research-based webinar to find out if DTIM is right for your organization. You will also get key insights into new research, including the methodology behind platform evaluation and an overview of key players in the market. Read More ▶ Why we need to be worried about deepfake videos The potential security threat of realistic fake videos of people doing and saying things they never did is cause for concern. Learn why and how they were developed, the risk they might represent when they spill beyond the world of celebrity and what we can do about it. Read More ▶ DealPost $29 For Two Etekcity Smart Plugs With Alexa Compatibility - Deal Alert Turn your appliances on/off remotely from your mobile device, or with your voice via Alexa. Or automate with a schedule. The plug also monitors and helps control energy usage, and the slow drain that occurs even when devices aren't in use. Read More ▶ Insider threat becomes reality for Elon Musk Every company needs to worry about the insider threat and Tesla is no exception. Now, Tesla has sued former employee Martin Tripp for sabotage and intellectual property theft. Read More ▶ For strong API security, you need a program not a piecemeal approach When designed and managed properly, APIs can be less problematic than traditional integration methods and can actually increase an organization's security posture. Read More ▶ Making the case for security spend How to gain management and customer support in security investments. Read More ▶ 4 scams that illustrate the one-way authentication problem These scams rely on tricking consumers into believing they are interacting with a trusted vendor. Here's how vendors can prevent the scams. Read More ▶ White Paper: Webroot Software Why Efficacy is Paramount Malware detection itself is not the only factor to consider when choosing an endpoint security solution. In addition to initial detection, comprehensive endpoint security must a number of things. Read more to find out. Read More ▶ CSO Insider 1. Does it matter who the CISO reports to? 2. 8 hot cyber security trends (and 4 going cold) 3. What is the New York Cybersecurity Regulation? What you need to do to comply 4. The 10 Windows group policy settings you need to get right 5. Information security in a war zone: How the Red Cross protects its data Editor's Picks 1. Ready for more secure authentication? Try these password alternatives and enhancements 2. What is a CASB? What you need to know before you buy 3. Cloud functions present new security challenges 4. Review: Seceon soups up standard SIEM 5. The IoT security basics survival guide

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