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PCI DSS version 4.0: Is your payment card data security program ready?

CIO Business Intelligence

The numerous new attack vectors being used by threat actors to obtain payment card data underscores the increasing necessity of compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). and remain compliant long-term, while continually strengthening their overall security stance. It is also a high-value target.

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Microsoft adopts Rust to boost Windows security and performance

TechSpot

Although Rust is still a relatively recent programming language, Microsoft has already embraced the technology as one of the most promising upgrades for Windows core programming. Read Entire Article

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Microsoft Defender update kills Start Menu shortcuts and program files on Windows

TechSpot

Last Friday was a rather unlucky day for Windows users and system administrators worldwide. According to multiple reports, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint turned into a shortcut and file "killer" that fateful day, after the security suite began to delete application shortcuts from the Windows Taskbar and Start Menu, sometimes even.

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The Rust programming language is growing in popularity

TechSpot

The programming language, created by Graydon Hoare, an employee of Mozilla Research, has found its way into the Linux kernel, the Chromium Project, and Windows. This adoption brings a more secure. Rust is already being adopted in some of the most high-profile software projects that dominate the modern technology landscape.

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Join the KITABOO Partner Program: Expand Your Business Horizons

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Why Should You Join the KITABOO Partner Program? Wrapping Up Why Should You Join the KITABOO Partner Program? The KITABOO partner program entitles all its business associates to a sea of benefits to create and publish lucrative digital content. Here’s why you should consider joining the KITABOO Partner Program: 1.

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Examination of 18 antivirus programs shows Microsoft Defender has the highest system load

TechSpot

AV-TEST, an independent organization that evaluates and rates antivirus and security suite software, tested 18 antivirus packages for Windows 10. The examination involved testing the programs against around 12,000 malware samples mixed into 1.5 It also.

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CryptoAPI bug makes 99% of Windows servers vulnerable

TechSpot

When it comes to dangerous cryptographic bugs on Windows, CryptoAPI is the gift that keeps on giving. The interface can be used by Win32 programs to manage security and cryptographic practices, like validating certificates or verifying identities.

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