Researchers find stealthy MSSQL server backdoor developed by Chinese cyberspies

ESET finds new "skip-2.0" backdoor developed by Chinese cyber-espionage group, targeting MSSQL 2012.
Avast says hackers breached internal network through compromised VPN profile

Czech antivirus maker discloses second attack aimed at compromising CCleaner releases.
Google to roll out update 'in the coming' months to fix Pixel 4 Face Unlock bypass

In the meantime, Google recommends that users employ another screen-locking mechanism, such as passphrases, PIN codes, or swipe patterns.

Chinese national sentenced for trying to smuggle military tech from US to China

Export control laws were violated.
ASIO turning to AI to avoid missing things

Australian spy agency has too much data and wants to avoid missing something it should have known.
US politicians from AOC to Ted Cruz concerned over Apple's stance on Hong Kong

Apple told actions matter far more than words in a letter signed by four US Senators and three Congresspeople.

Former Twitter CISO shares his advice for IT security hiring and cybersecurity

Michael Coates, CEO & Co-Founder of Altitude Networks and the former CISO at Twitter, share best practices for building strong security teams and for starting a career in cybersecurity. ...
Alexa and Google Home devices leveraged to phish and eavesdrop on users, again

Exclusive: Amazon, Google fail to address security loopholes in Alexa and Home devices more than a year after first reports.
US stopped using floppy disks to manage nuclear weapons arsenal

US Air Force switches to secure solid-state-based solution to replace antiquated floppy disks in SACCS nuclear weapons management system.

Excel flaw used in cyberattack

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