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Dale Hobbs // The Center for Internet Security (CIS) Controls are a recommended set of highly effective defensive actions for cyber defense that provide specific and actionable methods to prevent the most dangerous and pervasive cyber-attacks. They were initially developed by the SANS Institute and were originally known as the SANS Critical Security Controls. They are the combined knowledge of a variety of industry experts from every market into what is effectively a “must-do” starting point for any organization, large or small.   The CIS Controls provides a prioritized path to help organizations improve their cybersecurity program. In May 2021, the Center for Internet Security released the latest iteration of the CIS Controls Version 8 (v8).   After re-assessing the Controls and how they matched up against…

A previously unknown trick lets you easily bypass using a Microsoft Account in Windows 11, just as Microsoft tries to make it harder to use local accounts. Since the release of Windows 11, Microsoft has been increasingly closing loopholes and making it harder to use a local account in the operating system. Instead, the company wants you to use a Microsoft Account, as many operating system features rely on cloud-based services. Last week, Microsoft removed the ‘BypassNRO.cmd’ script from Windows 11 preview builds, which allowed users to bypass the Microsoft Account requirement when installing the operating system. While the Registry commands…

CMMC review, multiuse SCIFs on radar of DoD acquisition nominee Michael Duffey, the nominee to be USD for acquisition and sustainment, told lawmakers he’s sensitive to CMMC compliance challenges for small businesses. Justin Doubleday@jdoubledayWFED April 1, 2025 5:54 pm 3 min read The nominee for the Pentagon’s top acquisition job says he’ll review the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program, as the Defense Department works to finalize the sweeping CMMC requirements. Michael Duffey, President Donald Trump’s nominee to be under secretary of defense for acquisition and sustainment, was asked about CMMC in advance policy questions submitted ahead of his March 27…

models continue to increase in scope and accuracy, even tasks once dominated by traditional algorithms are gradually being replaced by Deep Learning models. Algorithmic pipelines — workflows that take an input, process it through a series of algorithms, and produce an output — increasingly rely on one or more AI-based components. These AI models often have significantly different resource requirements than their classical counterparts, such as higher memory usage, reliance on specialized hardware accelerators, and increased computational demands. In this post, we address a common challenge: efficiently processing large-scale inputs through algorithmic pipelines that include deep learning models. A typical…

Data protection is of the highest importance in 2025. With growing numbers of organizations handling sensitive customer data and stricter data protection regulations emerging around the world, organizations need strong tools for information protection. That’s where data anonymization enters the picture; it covers up or replaces personal data, and even if data leaks, it’s meaningless for hackers. But not all anonymization software are created equally. Some are fast, some are secure, and some are just user-friendly. Let’s review the best data anonymization software of 2025 below. K2view If you’re looking for a top-of-the-line anonymization solution, the number one on your…

Torrenting is undoubtedly a convenient way to share large files, but it comes with privacy concerns because your IP address is visible to others. This makes it easy for your ISP and those looking to enforce copyright to track your torrenting activities. Without protection, your ISP can monitor and throttle your connection. Furthermore, you could receive copyright infringement notices and legal action if you download copyrighted content. Needless to say, you need some safeguards in place to prevent your data from being exposed and to avoid malware-infected torrents. Using the right tool helps you torrent securely and anonymously. The question…

Originally Aired on August 10, 2021 Articles discussed in this episode: 00:00 – BHIS | Talkin’ Bout News 2021-08-10 — The Ransomware Intro 03:18 – Story # 1: https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2021/08/apples-plan-think-different-about-encryption-opens-backdoor-your-private-life 15:58 – Story # 2: https://www.securityweek.com/details-emerge-iranian-railroad-cyberattack 32:34 – Story # 3: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-august-2021-patch-tuesday-fixes-3-zero-days-44-flaws/ 36:19 – Story # 4: https://www.raccoonvalleyradio.com/2021/08/02/men-file-lawsuit-against-dallas-county-sheriff/ 44:22 – Story # 5: https://therecord.media/disgruntled-ransomware-affiliate-leaks-the-conti-gangs-technical-manuals/ 52:20 – Story # 6: https://therecord.media/motherboard-vendor-gigabyte-hit-by-ransomexx-ransomware-gang/ Awareness Con Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqz80p7f6dFuuqMCqdhCKCmhCtg88BPz6 The Ransomeware Song – Forrest Brazeal – Used With Permission https://youtu.be/d2dsI8NvdCU (Thanks to BHIS Discord user @toekneewhyknot for the recommendation) Ready to learn more? Level up your skills with affordable classes from Antisyphon! Pay-What-You-Can Training Available live/virtual…

The Securities and Exchange Commission and Gemini Trust jointly filed a motion Tuesday requesting a 60-day pause in their high-profile legal battle over the exchange’s crypto lending program.Filed in Manhattan federal court, the motion asks to suspend all deadlines in the SEC’s January 2023 lawsuit. The lawsuit had alleged that the Winklevoss twins’ exchange failed to register their Gemini Earn program before offering it to retail investors.The joint letter was sent “to allow the parties to explore a potential resolution,” the April 1 filing reads, signed by attorneys from both sides.Doing so “is in the Court’s and the public’s interest”…

The compliance deadline (March 31, 2025) for PCI DSS v4.0.1 is over. This date was a big change for global information security rules. It’s now April 1, 2025, and companies need to ask: “What’s next?” Some organizations haven’t finished requirement 6.4.3 (script integrity verification) or requirement 11.6.1 (browser protection controls). They must act fast to avoid non-compliance consequences. Even if you meet the compliance deadline of March 31, 2025, it is hard to maintain security. This is because rules change often. Feroot PaymentGuard AI offers smart tools. It ensures compliance with strong security controls. It also helps companies handle compliance…