"Move fast and break things," a high-tech mantra popularized 20 years ago by Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg, was supposed to be a rallying cry for game-changing innovation. It now seems more like an elegy for a society perched on a digital foundation too fragile to withstand a defective software program that was supposed to help protect computers - not crash them. The worldwide technology meltdown caused a flawed update installed earlier this month on computers running on Microsoft's dominant Windows software by cybersecurity specialist CrowdStrike was so serious that some affected businesses such as Delta Air Lines were still recovering from it days l International Research Awards on Cybersecurity and Cryptography #sciencefather #Scifax #Awards #Events #Blockchain #Encryption #Webinar #ResearchScientist #Datascientist #Professor #Assistant #Associate #InformationScientist #Writer #socialscientist #Technician #DigitalTwin #Decentrali
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Advanced Persistent Threat - Detection and Response Strategies Introduction: Advanced Persistent Threats - A Looming Threat Landscape In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) stand out as cunning and relentless adversaries. Unlike opportunistic cyberattacks that aim for quick financial gain, APTs meticulously plan and execute long-term campaigns to infiltrate an organization's network, steal sensitive data, or disrupt critical operations. These sophisticated attacks are often backed by nation-states or highly organized cybercriminal groups, possessing advanced resources and a unwavering determination to achieve their objectives. The prevalence of APTs is a growing concern for businesses of all sizes and across all industries. Due to their meticulous planning and targeted approach, APTs can bypass traditional security measures and remain undetected for extended periods within a compromised system. The conseque