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The Cultural Shift Behind DSPM: From ‘Collect Everything’ to ‘What’s Necessary’

TechNadu @technadu.com · 1h

🚨 Researchers found half of all geostationary satellites transmit unencrypted data - exposing private calls, texts, and military communications.
Intercepted using $800 in hardware by UC San Diego & UMD researchers.

#CyberSecurity #DataPrivacy #SatelliteSecurity

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TechNadu @technadu.com · 2h

AI-driven scams like sextortion, deepfakes, and virtual kidnappings are targeting Gen Z more than ever
📱 58% of Gen Z targeted
💔 28% have fallen victim
💡 Protect yourself: SLOW, TEST, OPT-OUT, PROVE
Share your story & follow TechNadu for actionable cybersecurity tips
#CyberSecurity #AI #Deepfakes

TechNadu @technadu.com · 3h

Full interview:
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How is your organization addressing data visibility and risk? Is DSPM part of your strategy?
#DSPM #DataSecurity #Cybersecurity #ZeroTrust #CloudSecurity

John Grancarich, Chief Strategy Officer at Fortra, explains how DSPM transforms data visibility, governance, and security priorities.

TechNadu @technadu.com · 3h

“You can’t protect what you can’t see.”
John Grancarich, Chief Strategy & Marketing Officer at Fortra, shares how DSPM gives organizations visibility and context for sensitive data, strengthening security across cloud, SaaS, and AI pipelines.

#DSPM #DataSecurity #ZeroTrust #Cybersecurity

Context Is Key: What the Salesloft Drift Breach Reveals About SaaS Security Gaps

TechNadu @technadu.com · 4h

Full interview:
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Would contextual detection help reduce alert fatigue in your environment?
#Cybersecurity #SaaS #UEBA #InsiderThreats #RevealSecurity

Adam Koblentz explains the lessons from the Salesloft drift breach, and how the battleground has shifted into SaaS and identity security.

TechNadu @technadu.com · 4h

Adam Koblentz, Field CTO of Reveal Security, explains how context separates real threats from edge cases in SaaS.

From the Salesloft Drift breach to normalization and adaptive baselining - context is key.

#SaaS #UEBA #Cybersecurity #RevealSecurity

Mozilla Is Recruiting Beta Testers for Its Free Built-In Firefox VPN

TechNadu @technadu.com · 4h

🧩 Microsoft closes out Windows 10 with October’s Patch Tuesday - 172 vulnerabilities patched, including 2 zero-days under active attack.
This marks the end of security updates for Windows 10.
Will you pay for ESU or move to Linux?

#Microsoft #Windows10 #PatchTuesday #CyberSecurity #ZeroDay

TechNadu @technadu.com · 5h

🚨 EDR ≠ Exposure Management
EDR sees endpoints, not your full attack surface. Without visibility into IoT, routers, and unmanaged assets - you’re flying blind.
💬 How do you balance detection and prevention in your org’s security stack?

#CyberSecurity #VulnerabilityManagement #InfoSec

TechNadu @technadu.com · 6h

Details: www.technadu.com/mozilla-is-r...

Do you think browser-based VPNs can replace dedicated apps - or do they offer only partial protection? Let’s discuss.
#Mozilla #Firefox #VPN #CyberSecurity #Privacy #BrowserSecurity #TechNadu

Mozilla starts beta testing a free, built-in VPN for Firefox, offering encrypted browsing and IP protection while collecting minimal data.

TechNadu @technadu.com · 6h

Mozilla is recruiting beta testers for its free built-in Firefox VPN - a browser-only tool that hides IPs, encrypts traffic, and logs minimal data.

#Mozilla #Firefox #VPN #CyberSecurity #Privacy #TechNadu

TechNadu @technadu.com · 20h

🚨 PowerSchool Hack Exposes Millions of Records
A 19-year-old hacker could spend 7 years in prison after compromising sensitive data of students & teachers. The attack exploited weak access controls and bypassed MFA.
💬 How can edtech platforms better protect student data?
#CyberSecurity

UK VPN Searches Surge Overnight: Free Services and ProtonVPN Lead the Pack

TechNadu @technadu.com · 21h

Read more: www.technadu.com/uk-vpn-searc...

What’s your take - do you rely on free VPNs or stick with paid, audited solutions?
#VPN #CyberSecurity #Privacy #ProtonVPN #NordVPN #DigitalPrivacy #TechNadu

UK sees overnight spike in VPN searches, with free services and ProtonVPN leading trends amid rising privacy and access concerns.

TechNadu @technadu.com · 21h

UK Google searches for VPNs surged overnight, with “vpn free” topping queries. ProtonVPN & NordVPN lead brands. Experts warn free VPNs can compromise privacy.

#VPN #Privacy #CyberSecurity #TechNadu

From Fear to Trust: Why the Future of Cybersecurity Depends on Positivity

TechNadu @technadu.com · 22h

Full Interview Details:
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Jimmy Tsang, Chief Marketing Officer at MIND, shares how empathy, trust, and the human element, not fear, define their cybersecurity vision.

TechNadu @technadu.com · 22h

From Fear to Trust - Cybersecurity’s next evolution.
In Humans in Cyber, Jimmy Tsang (CMO, MIND) explores how empathy and innovation create safer, more confident enterprises.
Humans lead. AI supports.
What’s your take - can positivity make cybersecurity stronger?

#CyberTrust #MindDLP #CyberSecurity

Pakistan’s VPN Conundrum Could Slow Its Digital Economy

TechNadu @technadu.com · 22h

Full story: www.technadu.com/pakistans-vp...

What’s your take - necessary regulation or digital regression?
#CyberSecurity #Pakistan #VPN #DigitalEconomy #Privacy #TechNadu #Infosec

Pakistan’s VPN Conundrum sparks debate over privacy, regulation, and its potential impact on the nation’s growing digital economy.

TechNadu @technadu.com · 22h

Pakistan’s VPN crackdown could limit its digital competitiveness.
Freelancers & IT pros face barriers as PTA restricts VPN use.

#CyberSecurity #VPN #Pakistan #TechNadu #DigitalEconomy

Over 57,000 Government Records Compromised via Qantas Third-Party Salesforce Breach, Reports Say

TechNadu @technadu.com · 23h

Details: www.technadu.com/over-57000-g...

What are your thoughts on this breach and supply chain security in government IT systems?
#CyberSecurity #Qantas #Salesforce #ScatteredSpider #SupplyChainAttack #Infosec #TechNadu

A Salesforce breach linked to the Qantas data leak exposed over 57,000 government records from Australia, the US, the UK, and NZ.

TechNadu @technadu.com · 23h

Over 57K government records compromised via a Qantas-linked Salesforce breach tied to Scattered Spider.
Global impact across AU, US, UK, and NZ agencies.

#CyberSecurity #Qantas #Salesforce #ScatteredSpider #DataBreach #TechNadu

Australian Cyber Threat Report: 11% Increase in Incident Rate, State-Sponsored Actors Continue to Be a Threat

TechNadu @technadu.com · 1d

Full coverage: www.technadu.com/australian-c...

Do you think Australian enterprises are adequately equipped to handle the growing sophistication of state-sponsored cyber operations?
Let’s discuss.
#CyberSecurity #Australia #APT40 #ACSC #ASD #CyberThreatReport #InfoSec #TechNadu

The 2024-2025 Australian Cyber Threat Report reveals a significant increase in cybersecurity incidents and costs, driven by cybercrime and state-sponsored actors.

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TechNadu @technadu.com · 1d

Australia’s cyber threat landscape worsens
📈 11% more incidents
💰 219% surge in large business losses
🎯 APT40, BianLian, and Evil Corp remain active threats

#CyberSecurity #APT40 #Australia #ThreatIntel #TechNadu

MI5 Warns UK Politicians of State-Sponsored Espionage Threats from China, Russia, Iran

TechNadu @technadu.com · 1d

Full story: www.technadu.com/mi5-warns-uk...

What measures should political figures take to detect and prevent espionage threats? Let’s discuss.
#CyberSecurity #Espionage #MI5 #APTThreats #UKPolitics #PoliticalSecurity #TechNadu

MI5 has issued a warning to U.K. politicians, identifying them as targets for espionage from China, Russia, and Iran, and outlining key national security risks.

TechNadu @technadu.com · 1d

MI5 issues public warning: UK MPs are targets for espionage by China, Russia, and Iran. Methods include phishing, blackmail, and influence campaigns.

#CyberSecurity #MI5 #Espionage #APTThreats #UKPolitics #TechNadu

Harvard Confirms Cl0p Data Breach Tied to Oracle EBS Vulnerability

TechNadu @technadu.com · 1d

Full story: www.technadu.com/harvard-conf...

#CyberSecurity #ZeroDay #Cl0pRansomware #OracleEBS #TechNadu

Harvard University confirms a data breach resulting from an Oracle E-Business Suite vulnerability exploited by the Cl0p ransomware group.