Recent ransomware attacks got you? Don't cry; fight back!

Latest Technology News and Expert Advice A roundup of news and tips on the topics you're interested in | June 26, 2017 ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS Recent ransomware attacks got you? Don't cry; fight back! How do attackers use Microsoft Application Verifier for hijacking? How can Bosch's diagnostic dongle be leveraged by hackers? Definition: black hat Valerie Plame warns of increased nation-state cyberattacks NEWS Valerie Plame warns of increased nation-state cyberattacks At the 2017 Cloud Identity Summit, former covert CIA officer Valerie Plame discussed the increasing risks of nation-state cyberattacks focused on geopolitical influence.   EXPERT ADVICE Recent ransomware attacks got you? Don't cry; fight back! Recent ransomware attacks may make you WannaCry, but there's no time for that. Start here to learn how to fight back against would-be hostage-taking hackers.   How do attackers use Microsoft Application Verifier for hijacking? Attackers found a way to use Microsoft Application Verifier to hijack security products, like antivirus tools. Expert Judith Myerson explains how it's done and what to do to stop it.   How can Bosch's diagnostic dongle be leveraged by hackers? Hacks on a car's diagnostic dongle can completely take over the vehicle and even shut off the engine. Expert Judith Myerson explains how this works and how to prevent it from happening.   Definition: black hat Black hat refers to a hacker who breaks into a computer system or network with malicious intent.   About This E-Newsletter This email is published by the TechTarget Security Media Group. Copyright 2017 TechTarget, Inc. All rights reserved. Designated trademarks and brands are the property of their respective owners. To unsubscribe from all Security Media Group emails, Go to unsubscribe. TechTarget Security Media Group, 275 Grove Street, Newton, MA 02466 Contact: webmaster@techtarget.com When you access content from this email, your information may be shared with the sponsors of that content as described in our Privacy Policy. About TechTarget: TechTarget publishes media for IT pros with more than 100 focused websites providing quick access to a deep store of news, advice and analysis about the technologies, products and processes crucial to your job.