NetWrix has announced its new User Activity Video Reporter tool.
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As part of Microsoft's routine monthly security update cycle, 7 new security updates were released on December 11, 2012. If you happen to perform a manual update of the latest security updates then I suggest visiting Microsoft's Safety & Security Centre at the link below and reviewing each and every update available for download. For instance, a critical update for Microsoft Office 2007 and 2012 is highly recommended to fox a vulnerability that could allow an attacker to execute code remotely if a user opens a specially crafted RTF file using an affected version of Microsoft word! Read more here - http://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/security/pc-security/bulletins/201212.aspx
A fake social media application aimed at Facebook users enticed users to enter their login credentials to gain access to the fake security app which promotes the security of their Facebook accounts and prevent them from being hacked. Users are reminded to never provide personal information such as, login credentials to unknown and unverified pop-up pages/screens, third-party apps, email requests, or click on suspicious links, and make sure to report fake apps, websites and emails! Read more here - http://www.symantec.com/connect/fr/blogs/phishers-fake-security-app-facebook
According to reports by McAfee, one in four of the world's power companies had suffered extortion from criminals who had gained access to their system's utilities. Two weeks ago a German power utility admits that it suffered a DDoS attack that blocked the company's Internet communications for several hours. This is the first confirmed Cyber-attack against a European grid operator and although, the attack did not disrupt the electricity supply, it confirms that Cyber-attacks are already targeting critical infrastructures which may lead to a major disaster if national critical services are disrupted for long hours. Read more - http://www.euractiv.com/energy/european-renewable-power-grid-ro-news-516541