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Microsoft acquires ReFirm Labs in latest effort to identify Internet of Things security gaps

GeekWire

Microsoft has expanded its focus on device security under CEO Satya Nadella. the company behind the Binwalk open-source software that identifies hidden security vulnerabilities in firmware, the software programmed into the memory of devices to provide basic hardware control. GeekWire File Photo).

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Adobe just released the last Flash update ever

The Verge

Flash has been on the chopping block since 2017 when Adobe announced it would finally end support. There were good reasons to disable Flash, including frequent and numerous security holes. An open-source emulator called Ruffle will enable old Flash files through a desktop app or web browser.

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Nmap security scanner gets new scripts, performance boosts

Network World

The Nmap Project just released the Holiday Edition of its open source cross-platform security scanner and network mapper, with several important improvements and bug fixes. 15, 2017: Use code 8TIISZ4Z. ]. GET A 15% DISCOUNT through Jan.15,

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Unlocking the Secrets of Software-based DRM: A Comprehensive Guide

Kitaboo

With the advancements in encryption algorithms, secure key management, and robust licensing systems, software-based DRM has become the go-to choice for protecting digital content. At its core, software-based DRM relies on a combination of encryption, licensing, and authentication mechanisms to secure digital content.

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DataRobot Announces Expansion Into Federal Market With Erin Hawley as VP Public Sector

CTOvision

30, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- DataRobot , an industry leader in machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI), today announced it is expanding into the federal market, beginning with the appointment of a Vice President of Public Sector. The press release below gives us reason to hold them in even higher regard: BOSTON , Jan.

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The Risks In Using Third-Party Code

ForAllSecure

BlackDuck Software uncovered that 67% of the applications they analyzed contained open source security vulnerabilities. Security is a top risk of using third-party code. In September 2017, Equifax faced a data breach. In September 2017, Equifax faced a data breach. less than before its breach.

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Open vSwitch Day at OpenStack Summit 2017

Scott Lowe

This is a “liveblog” (not quite live, but you get the idea) of the Open vSwitch Open Source Day happening at the OpenStack Summit in Boston. That wrapped up the OVS Open Source Day at the OpenStack Summit. Summaries of each of the presentations are included below. Kubernetes and OVN on Windows.

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