Security

New Security Warning Issued For Google’s 2 Billion Chrome Users  ForbesUsers of Google Chrome on Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms are being warned about a high-severity threat that could lead to system takeover if …

Factbox: Foreigners held in China on national security grounds  Reuters(Reuters) – China has arrested a Chinese-born Australian writer on suspicion of espionage, the Australian government said on Tuesday, as tension grows …

The TSA Has Upped Flight Crew Security Protocol  Simple FlyingLast week the Known Crewmember (KCM) program announced that there would be two changes to procedures for its members moving through airport security …

Roofs, security, tech focus of new Hillman sinking fund money | News, Sports, Jobs  Alpena NewsHILLMAN — Upgrades will take place at Hillman Community Schools throughout the school year because the district has received its first installment …

Security video shows Mercedes-Benz driver ram parked car into traffic in Hollywood  FOX 11 Los AngelesEAST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. – Oncoming cars in traffic had to abruptly stop when a Ford Mustang was rammed and pushed into the street by another …

Security video shows Mercedes-Benz driver ram parked car intro traffic in Hollywood  FOX 11 Los AngelesSeveral people were almost hurt and a car pushed onto a busy street in Hollywood over the weekend. This happened when a woman drove her car…

Our view: Security chaos at MSP is another reason to fly RST  PostBulletin.comIf you’ve resisted until now flying out of Rochester International Airport, this is the time to give it a try.

Security guard sexually assaulted girl, 3, then her lectured mum for ‘letting him’  Mirror.co.ukA judge described the sickening attack in Sydney, Australia, as ‘every parent’s worst nightmare’ as he lured girl away from playground.

PM briefs Gantz on security, signaling Israel may strike Syria  Arutz ShevaNetanyahu briefs rival candidate Benny Gantz on security situation, signaling Israel may be on verge of larger military action.

PAX West gearing up for extra security measures  KOMO NewsA massive gaming convention in Seattle is beefing up security this year. PAX West, the biggest gaming event on the west coast, is being held this weekend at the …

PAX West gearing up for extra security measures  KOMO NewsA massive gaming convention in Seattle is beefing up security this year. PAX West, the biggest gaming event on the west coast, is being held this weekend at the …

Growing cloud adoption introduces visibility gaps and security complications  Help Net SecurityMore than half of the respondents expressed concerns about integrating data with analytics tools and combining data across cloud environments.

More security in place as schools open doors to students  Greenville Daily ReflectorTuesday, August 27, 2019. Ridgewood Elementary invited new and returning students to school on Monday with a blue bulletin board that read, “Welcome to …

Louisiana Secretary of State explains election security measures  KPLCEarly voting is just a month away, and, after concerns of Russian interference during the 2016 election — what’s being done here in Louisiana to protect our …

Former security guard sentenced to 14 years in prison after stealing from federal site – WV MetroNews  West Virginia MetroNewsMARTINSBURG, W.Va. — A former contract security guard at a federal facility in Martinsburg will spend up to 14 years…

3,000 Plus Force Provides Proximate Security To 4 VVIPs, Says SPG  NDTV NewsSpecial Protection Group (SPG), about 3000-strong “zero error” security force for the prime minister, former prime ministers and their immediate family members, …

TPS strengthens security for new school year.  13abc Action NewsIt takes a lot of manpower and resources to keep students safe in Toledo’s largest urban school district.

Alabama hosts cyber security training in Montgomery  WRBLMONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — Nearly 4000 people are in Montgomery this week to attend the Air Force Information Technology and Cyberpower Conference.

Amid violent summer, Irish Fest plans to ratchet up security  KSHBFollowing a violent summer in the metro, an Irish Fest organizer said on Monday that security will be the top priority for the event as it celebrates its 17th year this …

Homeland Security says threat to Kentucky and Arkansas school is ‘unsubstantiated’  WDRBThe FBI is trying to ease fears about an online threat against schools in Kentucky and Arkansas.

Local schools increasing security measures  WCTI12.comLocal schools are debuting new and improved security measures this year in an effort to keep students safe. Pitt County and Lenoir County both had several …

Former director of security at DeKalb hospital accused of stealing guns, $20K  Atlanta Journal ConstitutionThe former director of security for a DeKalb County hospital has been indicted on 19 charges after allegedly stealing almost 100 firear…

Extra security at Redan High School after threat  FOX 5 AtlantaExtra school resources officers were at Redan High School Monday after a threat was made on social media.

New 3D technology could help speed up airport security checks  WSPA 7NewsRemoving liquids and laptops from your bag could soon be a thing of the past at airports across Britain and at some airports in the U.S..

Tuscaloosa City Schools review security after football stadium scare  WBRCTuscaloosa City School officials are reviewing security in light of rumors about gunfire at a football game.

Barnes Crossing Security is storm ready  WTVAThe National Weather *Service* recognized the security team at the Barnes Crossing Mall for being storm ready.

For added security, Miami Beach City Hall will soon have a single, guarded entrance  Miami HeraldIn an effort to better protect city employees and visitors who enter the largely open Miami Beach City Hall, commissioners voted to add new secur…

Security at Barnes Crossing Mall is recognized for being storm ready  WTVAThe National Weather *Service* recognizes the security officers at Barnes Crossing Mall for being prepared in the case of severe weather.

Samsung Galaxy M40 update brings dedicated camera Night mode, August security patch – GSMArena.com news  GSMArena.comSamsung is sending out a new software update to the Galaxy M40 units sold in India. This arrives over-the-air as a 366MB down…

Amidst mass shootings, local school updates security  WTOV SteubenvilleSome schools around the country are being designed with the intent to derail potential mass shooters. News9 checked Our Lady of Peace School which is …

Illinois officials see positive steps on state election security  Peoria Journal StarU.S. Rep. Rodney Davis, R-Taylorville, and officials with the Illinois State Board of Elections said Monday they feel confident that positive steps have been…

Davis gets look at efforts for election security  The State Journal-RegisterU.S. Rep. Rodney Davis, R-Taylorville, and officials with the Illinois State Board of Elections said Monday they feel confident that positive steps have been taken …

Security breach in the Fayetteville-Manlius School District  WSYRMANLIUS, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Fayetteville-Manlius school officials have sent a letter to district parents after a major security breach was detected. School …

Security breach in the Fayetteville-Manlius School District  WSYRMANLIUS, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — F-M School officials have sent a letter to district parents after a major security breach was detected. School Superintendent Dr.

TSA considered ending special pilot security program  CNNThe Transportation Security Administration recently considered shutting down its program that lets pilots and flight attendants pass through airport security …

Sheriff launches training of charter school security guards  WPECLearning how to keep your child safe. On Monday, 34 charter school security guards started receiving training from Palm Beach County Sheriff’s instructors, …

Groups push lawmakers for hearings on voting machine security | TheHill  The HillVoting rights and election security groups on Monday urged two House and Senate committees to hold hearings on the security of voting machines.

» News » Funds to Improve Courthouse Security Approved  Bartlesville RadioThe Budget Board Committee for Washington County officially approved $10,000 in funds on Monday that will go towards security improvements at the County’s …

Oklahoma gas station security guard shoots didgeridoo-wielding man  KCRGAuthorities in Tulsa say a security guard at a gas station shot and wounded a man who was swinging an Australian musical instrument at him.

Regis University unplugged: Ongoing security threat forces old-school start to fall semester  The Denver PostRegis University students headed back to college Monday are kicking it old school, picking up paper schedules of their classes on cam…

Regis University unplugged: Ongoing security threat forces old-school start to fall semester  The Denver PostRegis University students headed back to college Monday are kicking it old school, picking up paper schedules of their classes on cam…

Check security, and constitutional rights, at northern border  Seattle TimesU.S. Customs and Border Protection agents say that staffing and resources challenges have limited enforcement activities in our region.

Security expert warns sextortion scams are back  New York Post Sextortion is seeing an uptick after a lull at the beginning of the year. After relative inactivity during the past several months, sextortion scams are back on…

Extra security present for Dontae Morris hearings  FOX 13 News, Tampa BayNotorious cop killer Dontae Morris is bouncing around from judge to judge.

Recent HIPAA settlements highlight the weaknesses in healthcare security  ZDNetAs fines reach into the millions, it’s time for healthcare to move beyond minimal compliance efforts.

Trans woman shows airport security her genitals to be allowed on plane  PinkNewsA transgender woman has revealed how she felt pressured into showing airport security in Florida her genitals to be allowed to fly. Olivia – not her real name …

Manmohan Singh loses SPG cover, but will still have Z+ security  Times of IndiaIndia News: The government has withdrawn SPG security cover to former PM Manmohan Singh, though he will continue to have the “highest category” Z-plus …

Bash on the Bay Under Tight Security  13abc Action NewsSecurity will be very tight for the Thursday’s Bash on the Bay with Kid Rock as the headliner. This will be the largest event in the history of South Bass Island and …

Report: More Than 15000 Deportations In NC Via Secure Communities Program  WFAEWhen people are booked into jail, their fingerprints are taken. Local law enforcement agencies then send fingerprints to the FBI to check on outstanding.

Buy an Arlo Ultra Security System, Get a Free Echo Dot  PCMag.comA single-camera system with a free third-generation Echo Dot is $399.99, or you can pay $45 more for an Echo Show 5 bundle.

Anatomy of an oversight investigation: White House security clearances  Brookings InstitutionIsabella Gelfand and Jackson Gode summarize the House oversight investigation process using the example of security clearances for White House adviso…

Your Lenovo laptop may have a serious security flaw  Digital TrendsUsers of older Lenovo laptops should beware of a security flaw that may affect their PCs, particularly if their laptops are still running a program called Lenovo …

Your Lenovo laptop may have a serious security flaw  Digital TrendsA newly discovered security vulnerability involves older Lenovo laptops and a no-longer-supported program called Lenovo Solution Center. The laptop …

U.S. National-Security Adviser John Bolton To Visit Ukraine  Radio Free Europe/ Radio LibertyU.S. national-security adviser John Bolton said he will travel to Kyiv as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy prepares for his first trip to Wash…

Las Perlas Bar Security Forced Out Trans Women in Los Angeles  Eater LADowntown mezcal bar Las Perlas has been facing protests and boycott calls following an incident over the weekend involving two transgender women who say …

Netanyahu briefs rival Gantz on security issues, signaling Israel could take military action on Syrian border  JTA NewsJERUSALEM (JTA) — In a rare occurrence, the head of the main opposition party in Israel was briefed on recent violence that…

Iran Just Told Its ‘Security Apparatuses,’ AKA Terrorists, to Go After an American Think Tank in Washington D.C.  TownhallJust as Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif was attending the G7 Summit as a surprise guest of French President Emmanue…

Model murder: Rao calls for security checks in cabs  Deccan HeraldThere is a call to improve safety checks in app-based cab services following the recent murder of a Kolkata woman near the Kempegowda International Airport.

UK Plans Speedier Security Checks With New Scanners  Aviation WeekThe UK government is promising faster security checks at airports, following its announcement Aug. 25 that new scanners should be installed at all of its major …

Data Shows IoT Security is Moving Backward  DecipherAn extensive study by the Cyber Independent Testing Lab of IoT device firmware shows many vendors removing hardening technologies over time.

New York’s Data Security Requirements under SHIELD Act  The National Law ReviewNew York recently passed the Stop Hacks and Improve Electronic Data Security SHIELD Act, which establishes data security requirements for companies that …

Simulated gunfire will be used during Seal Beach Naval Weapons Station security boat training Aug. 29  OCRegisterResidents and business operators near the Seal Beach Naval Weapons Station are likely to hear gunfire Thursday morning, Aug. 29. …

Simulated gunfire will be used during Seal Beach Naval Weapons Station security boat training Aug. 29  OCRegisterSeal Beach Weapons Station will begin a series of security boat exercises in Anaheim Bay Thursday, Aug. 29. The exercises will in…

Video and Report: Foreign Student Policies Undercutting National Security  GlobeNewswireWashington, D.C., Aug. 26, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) –. Transcript and video is now available of the Center for Immigration Studies’ panel discussion centere…

The 5 Biggest Medical Device Security Myths Debunked  HealthITSecurity.comMedical device security has been a major point of discussion in recent years as the threat landscape continues to evolve. But what should providers understand …

Maritime Security Exercise Highlights US-Indo-Pacific Defense Ties  The DiplomatThis year’s iteration of SEACAT spotlighted Washington’s security relations with Indo-Pacific countries in the maritime domain.

Alabama hosts cyber security training in Montgomery  CBS42.comMONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — Nearly 4000 people are in Montgomery this week to attend the Air Force Information Technology and Cyberpower Conference.

Trump’s National Security Advisor to Visit Belarus  Foreign PolicyU.S. President Donald Trump’s national security advisor, John Bolton, is due to visit the former Soviet republic of Belarus as soon as this week, according to …

Improving Enterprise Security Team Effectiveness  BankInfoSecurity.comWith cybersecurity teams increasingly overworked and understaffed, organizations must prioritize more intelligent approaches to automating mundane tasks and …

Apple patches previously fixed security bug that allowed iPhone jailbreak  TechCrunchApple has fixed a security flaw for a second time after it accidentally reintroduced an old bug in a recent software update. Released Monday, iOS 12.4.1 cont…

Starting this fall, all courthouse visitors will pass through security checkpoint  Bucyrus Telegraph ForumIn July, commissioners accepted a\u00a0$84950 bid from\u00a0BC&G Weithman Construction of Bucyrus for the project.

Korea’s Dispute With Japan Spills Into National Security  The DiplomatThe end of an intelligence sharing pact expands South Korea’s dispute with Japan. What will the impact be in practice?

BitDefender Confirms Security Flaw In Free Windows Antivirus 2020, Millions At Risk — Update Now  ForbesAtherton Research’s Principal Analyst and Futurist Jeb Su weighs in on the new critical security vulnerability found in BitDefender’s lat…

Suspected thief loses gun in struggle with car’s owners, security officers  KOMO NewsSEATTLE – A 25-year-old convicted felon is back in jail after he tried to steal items from a car and was tackled by the vehicle’s owners and nearby security …

Security in the Digital Age With Author James Grady  Stratfor WorldviewStratfor Chief Security Officer Fred Burton sits down with James Grady, the author of the acclaimed 1973 spy fiction novel “Six Days a Condor,” to discuss what …

MP asks: Why are high-risk inmates at minimum-security prison?  Pique NewsmagazineThe MP for Metchosin is asking why high-risk inmates are being sent to William Head minimum- security prison. Two of those high-risk inmates, James Busch,…

Social Media Security: Tips From an Army Special Agent  Department of DefenseData posted to a social media feed and other publicly available information can provide online criminals the tools they need to exploit members of the military or …

5 Security Measures for Verified Artificial Intelligence  Business.comGiven its frequent use in online systems, you need to ensure AI security has become essential for consumers and organizations to protect information.

Wheeling Hospital CEO releases statement on security  WTOV SteubenvilleWheeling Hospital CEO Douglass Harrison released a statement on hospital safety, saying … “The safety of our patients and employees is of the utmost concern …

Microsoft will let some Windows 7 customers get free security updates for an extra year  TechCrunchIn four months time, Windows 7 will reach end-of-life and will no longer receive security updates. That’s going to be a problem for some enterp…

Can Security Awareness Training Really Work Against Phishers?  HealthTech MagazineWhen it comes to phishing attacks, healthcare organizations are a prime target. According to Mimecast’s Email Security Risk Assessment, 1 in 350 emails in the …

Foreign Students and National Security: Student Visa Overstays  Immigration BlogForeigners who come here on student visas are more likely than any other broad visa category to violate the terms of their visa and stay on illegally, contributin…

Security Video Shows Man Being Tackled To Ground, Viciously Attacked By Two Dogs In North Philadelphia  CBS PhillyPHILADELPHIA (CBS) — A Philadelphia man was critically injured after two dogs viciously attacked him in North Philadelphia on Mo…

Security increased after threat made against Westmoore High School on social media  KOCO Oklahoma CitySecurity at Westmoore High School was increased Monday after district officials said a threat was made against the school over the weekend o…

GuidePoint Security on List of 75 Fastest Growing Companies in Greater Washington  Business WireHERNDON, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–GuidePoint Security is honored to be named on the list of the 75 fastest growing companies in the Greater Washingto…

As war fears skyrocket, Netanyahu orders rare security briefing for rival Gantz  The Times of IsraelPrime minister’s advisers told to update Blue and White head on latest tensions, sparking speculation over significance of move.

After Thefts, New Security Measures Protecting Painted Benches in Vienna  Tysons ReporterAfter two bench thefts, the Vienna Arts Society is determined to keep the remaining 40 benches painted by local artists available for public enjoyment. W…

This Bluetooth security flaw affects tons of devices  Futurity: Research NewsHere’s how Bluetooth devices can be tracked, the implications of this discovery, and best-practices for protection.

Lenovo Security Flaw Could Affect Millions: What to Do Now  Tom’s GuideA flaw in Lenovo’s Solution Center program could put millions of older Lenovo laptops at risk. Here’s how to secure your PC.

HHS Lacks Managed, Measurable Security Maturity Level, OMB Finds  HealthITSecurity.comHHS has been steadily working to improve its cybersecurity posture through collaborations with DHS and other stakeholders; however, the agency lacks a …

Wheeling Hospital CEO releases statement on upgrading security  WTRFWheeling Hospital CEO, Douglass Harrison has released the following statement regarding upgrading the security of the hospital. The safety of our patients and …

Lenovo Security Flaw Could Affect Millions: What to Do Now  Laptop MagA flaw in Lenovo’s Solution Center program could put millions of older Lenovo laptops at risk. Here’s how to secure your PC.

Nigeria Security Tracker Weekly Update: August 17–23  Council on Foreign RelationsThis update represents violence in Nigeria and related to Boko Haram in Cameroon, Chad, and Niger from August 17 to 23, 2019.

CMS Medicare Contractor Info Security Program Gaps Rose in FY18, OIG Says  MeriTalkThe Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) identified an uptick in security gaps in the Centers for Medicare …

The Women, Peace and Security Agenda  Borgen ProjectIn 2000, the United Nations approved Resolution 1325 to reaffirm the importance of involving women in preventing conflict and building peace. This resolution is …

North Korea: ‘Strategic Security’ Can’t Be Given Away for Sanctions Relief  The DiplomatThe statement follows weeks of intensified North Korean short-range missile testing.

Samsung releases August security patch for the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge  SamMobileSamsung has released the August 2019 security patch for the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge in more than a dozen markets yesterday. Both these devices were …

As tensions rise on borders, Netanyahu orders security briefing for rival Gantz  The Times of IsraelAmid rising tensions on the northern and southern borders, Blue and White leader Benny Gantz, a former head of the army, received a security b…

As tensions soar on borders, Netanyahu orders security briefing for rival Gantz  The Times of IsraelPM’s top military advisers update Blue and White head on latest reported skirmishes with Iran, Hezbollah, Hamas; opposition leaders traditiona…

Toolkit makes shared augmented reality more secure  Futurity: Research NewsA new toolkit for developers can make shared augmented reality more secure and more private.