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Okta boosts security with new identity management tools
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Okta has launched new identity management tools, including Identity Security Posture Management, aimed at enhancing security for financial services amid escalating cyber threats.
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Inbal Shani joins Checkmarx board to drive strategic growth
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Technology veteran Inbal Shani joins the Checkmarx Board of Directors, set to spearhead strategic growth and innovation in application security.
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Beyond espionage – how the Lazarus Group is reshaping cybersecurity threats
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Cybercriminal organisation transitions from espionage to exploitation, preying on individuals for financial gain.
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GitHub launches Copilot Autofix to enhance code security with AI
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GitHub's new Copilot Autofix feature, part of its Advanced Security suite, uses AI to help developers rapidly identify and fix code vulnerabilities.
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Secure Code Warrior launch SCW Trust Agent for secure coding
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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application security
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cybersecurity
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Secure Code Warrior has launched SCW Trust Agent, a new tool that assesses developer security skills for each code commit.
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Cybercriminals exploit ChatGPT for near-perfect phishing emails
Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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cybercriminals
ReliaQuest's latest report reveals cybercriminals are exploiting ChatGPT and other AI tools to create near-perfect phishing emails, achieving a 2.8% success rate.
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OpenUK reveals manifesto to bolster UK's open technology sector
Fri, 12th Jul 2024
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software development
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github
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transparency
OpenUK's Open Manifesto urges the UK government to boost open technology through skill development, public sector integration, and AI transparency.
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Aqua Security finds critical data exposures in SCM systems
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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application security
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devsecops
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open source
Aqua Security has uncovered that sensitive data like credentials and API tokens can persist even after removal from Git-based SCM systems, exposing companies like Cisco and Mozilla.
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GitHub enhances AI developer tool with Copilot Extensions
Fri, 24th May 2024
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GitHub launches Copilot Extensions to streamline AI-driven development, integrating tools from top partners like DataStax and Azure directly into the IDE.
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GitHub flaw raises alarm over supply chain security risks
Fri, 24th May 2024
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supply chain systems
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cybersecurity
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software development
A new vulnerability in GitHub Enterprise Server allowing attackers to bypass authentication has raised alarms over supply chain attacks, urging immediate software updates.
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Elastic unveils guide on securing large language models
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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cybersecurity
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Elastic's new LLM Safety Assessment report offers crucial guidelines for secure Large Language Model deployments, addressing rising cybersecurity risks.
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IBM unveils major Watson, AI & open source innovations
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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public cloud
At IBM's annual THINK conference, major updates to the watsonx platform were announced, including new open-source AI models, tools, and data capabilities, set to redefine enterprise AI.
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DataStax launches GitHub Copilot extension to boost productivity
Wed, 22nd May 2024
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DataStax's new GitHub Copilot extension uses natural language to simplify database interactions, aiming to enhance developer productivity and code quality.
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GitHub unveils new initiatives for Global Accessibility Day
Fri, 17th May 2024
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martech
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GitHub launches innovative accessibility initiatives, led by their first Head of Accessibility, Ed Summers, to enhance inclusivity for over 100 million developers.
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Patch Tuesday has revealed 61 vulnerabilities
Wed, 15th May 2024
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software development
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sharepoint
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developers
Microsoft's May 2024 Patch Tuesday addresses 61 vulnerabilities, including three zero-days. Two critical RCE flaws and browser patches are also highlighted.
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CAST launches integrated marketplace for software intelligence
Wed, 15th May 2024
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devops
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apm
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risk & compliance
CAST unveils its Highlight Extensions Marketplace, a platform to customise and enhance software intelligence capabilities, aiming to optimise application portfolio management.
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How the evolution of AI will reshape cybersecurity
Mon, 6th May 2024
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malware
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phishing
From the foundations laid by Alan Turing to today's AI-mainstream force, discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionising cybersecurity, aiding defence and posing new challenges.
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GitHub previews Copilot Workspace for AI-assisted coding
Tue, 30th Apr 2024
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GitHub unveils Copilot Workspace, a revolutionary developer environment utilising natural language, aimed at enhancing task-centric workflows and boosting developer productivity.
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GitHub's 2FA initiative helps secure software supply chain
Fri, 26th Apr 2024
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supply chain systems
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cybersecurity
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software development
GitHub's two-factor authentication methodology advances software supply chain security. In 2023, a notable rise in 2FA adoption was seen.
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GitHub boosts security & power with new Actions enhancements
Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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network security
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firewalls
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it automation
GitHub advances its AI-driven platform with key security and power enhancements for GitHub Actions, including Azure private networking and GPU-hosted runners for machine learning.