One of the largest data breaches in history? Cyber Security Today for Friday, August 9th, 2024
Description
Massive Data Breach, Outlook's Phishing Risk, and Windows Downgrade Attack Vulnerabilities
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love delves into one of the largest data breaches in history involving 2.9 billion records leaked without user consent by National Public Data. He also covers the backlash against Microsoft Outlook's email interface, which has inadvertently facilitated phishing attacks, and discusses a Black Hat presentation revealing vulnerabilities that allow attackers to unpatch fully updated Windows systems. Join us for insights and the latest updates in the world of cybersecurity.
00:00 Introduction and Major Data Breach Overview
00:31 Details of the National Public Data Breach
01:07 Implications and Legal Actions
02:42 Microsoft Outlook Phishing Vulnerability
04:08 Windows Security Vulnerability Exposed at Black Hat
05:57 Conclusion and Upcoming Content
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