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Learn the latest Cybersecurity updates in the tech world.

    Why is Implementing MIMO Antennas Essential for Cybersecurity?

    Why is Implementing MIMO Antennas Essential for Cybersecurity?

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/why-is-implementing-mimo-antennas-essential-for-cybersecurity.
    MIMO is used in various modern technologies, including Wi-Fi networks, 4G and 5G cellular systems, and smart home devices to boost cybersecurity profiles.
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
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    This story was written by: @aprilmiller. Learn more about this writer by checking @aprilmiller's about page,
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    MIMO technology uses several antennas to send and receive data, significantly boosting wireless communication speed and reliability. In the digital age, where data breaches and cyber threats are increasingly sophisticated, robust cybersecurity is paramount. MIMO is used in various modern technologies, including Wi-Fi networks, 4G and 5G cellular systems and smart home devices.

    • 5 min
    How a Malicious Xz Utils Update Nearly Caused a Catastrophic Cyberattack on Linux Systems Worldwide

    How a Malicious Xz Utils Update Nearly Caused a Catastrophic Cyberattack on Linux Systems Worldwide

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/how-a-malicious-xz-utils-update-nearly-caused-a-catastrophic-cyberattack-on-linux-systems-worldwide.
    A "frightfully close" call with hackers trying to pierce through xz Utils could have led to the next Solar Winds incident.

    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #open-source-vulnerabilities, #open-source-software, #zero-day-attacks, #xz-utils-malicious-update, #linux-cyber-attack, #solarwinds-attack, #zero-day-vulnerability, #hackernoon-top-story, and more.


    This story was written by: @davidivus. Learn more about this writer by checking @davidivus's about page,
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    A backdoor in xz Utils, a Linux tool, nearly caused a significant cyberattack, highlighting the vulnerabilities in open-source software and the ongoing threat from nation-state actors.

    • 5 min
    What Is FraudGPT?

    What Is FraudGPT?

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/what-is-fraudgpt.
    Hackers have their own version of ChatGPT: a chatbot that can help with malware and phishing called FraudGPT. Here's everything you need to know.
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #cybersecurity, #fraudgpt, #chatgpt, #wormgpt, #hackers, #malware, #phishing, #what-is-fraudgpt, and more.


    This story was written by: @zacamos. Learn more about this writer by checking @zacamos's about page,
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    FraudGPT is a product sold on the dark web that works similar to ChatGPT but helps facilitate cyber attacks. Here's how it's being used.

    • 7 min
    From Hack to Sale: The Journey of Stolen Data

    From Hack to Sale: The Journey of Stolen Data

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/from-hack-to-sale-the-journey-of-stolen-data.
    Have you ever wondered what happens to stolen data when it goes to the Dark web? or how does someone purchase stolen data?
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #darkweb, #wtf-is-dark-web, #searching-the-dark-web, #data-breaches, #stolen-data, #cybercriminal-tactics, #darkweb-marketplace, #how-buying-stolen-data-works, and more.


    This story was written by: @blackheart. Learn more about this writer by checking @blackheart's about page,
    and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com.



    In today's interconnected world, the theft of data has become an increasingly prevalent issue. In "From Hack to Sale: The Journey of Stolen Data," we will journey into the world of cybercrime, tracing the path that stolen data takes from its initial breach to its sale on the dark web.

    • 11 min
    The Rising Issue of Zombie APIs and Your Increased Attack Surface

    The Rising Issue of Zombie APIs and Your Increased Attack Surface

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/the-rising-issue-of-zombie-apis-and-your-increased-attack-surface.
    Zombie APIs expand your attack surface. Learn how to identify and manage these hidden threats to secure your infrastructure and protect sensitive data.
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #api-security, #zombie-api, #cybersecurity, #data-protection, #api-management, #network-security, #endpoint-monitoring, #hackernoon-top-story, and more.


    This story was written by: @dejenerate. Learn more about this writer by checking @dejenerate's about page,
    and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com.



    A zombie API is a forgotten and overlooked infrastructure that remains available for use. Hackers could find an endpoint by reverse engineering code, reviewing open-source repositories, or through “fuzzing” Without monitoring, an attacker could retrieve data for months with no limitations or rate limiting.

    • 11 min
    The Persistent Human Element in the Future of Cybersecurity

    The Persistent Human Element in the Future of Cybersecurity

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/the-persistent-human-element-in-the-future-of-cybersecurity.
    How do new technology trends impact cybersecurity? Is the future of cyber security more human than we think?
    Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity.
    You can also check exclusive content about #cybersecurity, #ai-in-cybersecurity, #future-of-ai, #ai-trends, #ai-for-business, #ai-use-cases, #ai-for-work, #ai-for-productivity, and more.


    This story was written by: @webguru. Learn more about this writer by checking @webguru's about page,
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    The current decade will always remain etched in the annals of tech history for the unprecedented advent of artificial intelligence. Tech pundits and gurus are already predicting its far reaching transformative effects. A potent question is if the cybersecurity landscape is slated to incur ramifications of this onslaught. Is AI going to edge out humans or is it likely to augment human roles?

    • 4 min

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