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Microsoft is now testing an AI-powered text summarization feature in Notepad and a Snipping Tool “Draw & Hold” feature that helps draw perfect shapes. Dubbed “Summarize,” the new and highly-requested Notepad tool is rolling out today to Windows 11 Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels on Windows 11, who have upgraded to Notepad version 11.2501.29.0. “To get started, select the text you want to summarize, then right-click and choose Summarize, select Summarize from the Copilot menu, or use the Ctrl + M keyboard shortcut,” said Dave Grochocki, Principal Group Product Manager for Windows Inbox Apps. “Notepad will generate a summary…

Evolving cyber threat landscapes have led to OT/ICS incident response priorities being under significant pressure. By stressing the need for fast detection, containment, and recovery methods, businesses are turning away from reactive responses and toward proactive ones to stop critical infrastructure disruptions, lower organizational downtime, assure public safety, and maintain operational continuity. Operational stability in OT/ICS (operational technology/industrial control systems) settings calls for strong backup and recovery options. To protect public safety and reduce economic losses, organizations must ensure their systems can quickly return to normal operation following an event. Incident response has been further complicated by the merging of…

Knifings, firebombings, shootings, and murder-for-hire plots—all linked to a splinter group of the 764 crime network called “No Lives Matter.” According to its own manifesto, the group seeks to “purify mankind through endless attacks” and has released at least two “kill guides” tied to violent plots in the US and Europe. Intelligence documents reviewed by WIRED reveal growing concern among analysts, but experts remain unsure how to stop the group’s spread.On Monday, X experienced intermittent outages after a botnet flooded the social network with junk traffic in an attempt to take down its system. Elon Musk stated that the distributed…

The cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve at breakneck speed. In the U.S., regulatory policy at the federal level – for instance, the National Cybersecurity Strategy launch and the SEC’s Cybersecurity Disclosure Rules – has played a big role in its growth. The rise of zero-trust architecture has also accelerated across private and public organizations to combat the changing and growing risks posed by cyber threats. 2025 promises to be another year of change for cybersecurity professionals, with existing and emerging threats set to present challenges for organizations of all sizes. Cybercrime itself is rapidly advancing, and costing global businesses $12 trillion…

25 Oct 2022 Webcast: How to Burn Out in Infosec (and what to do next) w/ Corey Ham and Others Webcast: Introduction to Pentesting w/ Mike Felch Looking For Something?Browse by category Select Category Alyssa Snow  (7) Ashley Knowles  (1) Ashley Van Hoesen  (1) Author  (402) Backdoors & Breaches  (7) Beau Bullock  (32) Ben Bowman  (1) Ben Burkhart  (1) Blue Team  (101) Blue Team Tools  (40) Brian Fehrman  (18) Brian Ireland  (1) Brian King  (20) Bronwen Aker  (1) C2  (29) Cameron Cartier  (2) Carrie Roberts  (5) Chris Sullo  (1) Chris Traynor  (2) CJ Cox  (8) Connor Costigan  (1) Corey Ham  (4) Craig Vincent  (2) Dale Hobbs  (3) Daniel Pizarro  (1) Darin Roberts  (1) Dave Blandford  (2) David Fletcher  (30) David Perez  (1) Deb Wigley  (1) Debjeet Banerjee  (1) Derek Banks  (13) Derrick…

Ditching ‘More People, More Controls’ for a Smarter Approach With all the layoffs happening in the US federal government, the world of cybersecurity has not gone unscathed. At last count, more than 130 positions were cut from the Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. Among other responsibilities, this agency coordinates information-sharing between private industry and the government, a key duty considering the numerous breaches we hear about in the news even under the best of circumstances. Cyber layoffs are a problem, sure. But they’re also a forcing function – a push to rethink what “doing cybersecurity” means.…

Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: NIST selects HQC as backup algorithm for post-quantum encryptionLast year, NIST standardized a set of encryption algorithms that can keep data secure from a cyberattack by a future quantum computer. Now, NIST has selected a backup algorithm that can provide a second line of defense for the task of general encryption, which safeguards internet traffic and stored data alike. Cybersecurity classics: 10 books that shaped the industryCybersecurity constantly evolves, but some books have stood the test of time, shaping how professionals think about security, risk,…

A booming ecosystem of developers, gamers, and investors suggests a seismic shift is underway. Could India, a nation already known for its tech prowess, soon claim the title of the world’s Web3 powerhouse? According to the freshly released India Web3 Landscape Report by Hashed Emergent, the signs are pointing to yes. With a projected trajectory to surpass the United States and boast the largest Web3 developer base by 2028, India’s ascent in the decentralized tech space is no longer a distant dream—it’s a tangible reality unfolding now. The third edition of this comprehensive report, unveiled today, paints a vivid picture…

How Crucial is Cloud Non-Human Identities Monitoring? Ever wondered how crucial it is to effectively monitor Non-Human Identities (NHIs) in the cloud? The need for high-grade cybersecurity measures has never been more apparent with the increasing reliance on cloud-based services across various industries. A pivotal aspect of these measures involves the management and careful oversight of NHIs, something that is often overlooked, despite its significance. NHIs are machine identities used for authorizing and authenticating automated processes within cybersecurity. These are constructed using a “secret” which may be an encrypted password, token, or key along with the permissions sanctioned to that…