The Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), enacted by the United States Congress in 2002, is a landmark piece of legislation that aims to improve transparency, accountability, and integrity in financial reporting and corporate governance. The act was a response to high-profile corporate scandals, such as those involving Enron, WorldCom, and Tyco International, which shook investor confidence and underscored the need for regulatory reforms to prevent corporate fraud and protect investor interests.

In Part 1, the existing global regulations around IoT were introduced. In this part, the challenge of complying with these rules is examined.

While the Fourth of July is typically considered a day of celebration for those in the U.S., many don’t realize it’s also a period of heightened risk. In fact, this isn’t unique to the Fourth of July: holidays often see an uptick in cybersecurity threats. With the Fourth of July nearly upon us, let’s examine why this happens and how you can protect yourself and your business.

No, you don’t have to change your password every 90 days. This idea of regularly changing your password is known as password rotation. The main benefit of changing your passwords so often is to prevent unauthorized users from accessing private information. For personal accounts, changing your passwords every 90 days can actually end up being worse than keeping them the same.

Yes, your iPhone can get viruses. However, it is uncommon for iPhones to get viruses due to the nature of Apple’s iPhone Operating System (iOS). Because iPhone users are only able to download apps from the App Store, this makes it much harder for hackers to infect their devices. Having a jailbroken iPhone would make you more susceptible to getting infected with viruses because you could download unauthorized apps outside of the App Store.

As organizations increasingly adopt a mix of cloud-based and on-premises systems, they face unique challenges in securing their hybrid infrastructures. Unlike traditional IT setups, where everything is managed within the confines of a single data center, hybrid infrastructures combine the agility of the cloud with the control of on-premises systems. While this blend offers flexibility and scalability, it also introduces security complexity and a broader attack surface.

The quality of malicious ads has improved immensely, making it harder for users to distinguish between what’s real or fake.

ONNX Store targets the financial industry, Boolka delivers the BMANAGER trojan via SQLi attacks, and SneakyChef deploys SpiceRAT and SugarGh0st.

In today's digital age, where cyberattacks are multiplying rapidly, understanding the threat landscape is essential for the survival of organizations. It is clear that cybercriminals are not resting on their laurels and are constantly developing new strategies. This forces businesses to stay ahead of the curve to protect their digital assets. Companies need to be aware of the most common cybersecurity threats and the appropriate protection measures to ensure the security of their sensitive information.

Zimperium's Global Mobile Threat Report found that unique mobile malware samples grew by 51% in 2022. According to Anne Neuberger, the US Deputy National Security Advisor for Cyber and Emerging Technologies, the annual average cost of cybercrime will reach over $23 trillion in 2027. The threat landscape and the cost of ignoring security are increasing. It is no longer advisable to just be reactive but proactive in maintaining the security of mobile devices.

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