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Most of us have online accounts for everything, from government services to online shopping. Each new account requires a username and password. While reusing credentials across multiple accounts may seem convenient, it significantly increases your risk of falling victim to cyber attacks. With a single compromised password, cyber criminals can unlock multiple accounts, gaining access to your personal information and more. The Risks of Password Reuse User credentials are a prime target for cyber criminals, who exploit the fact that many people reuse their passwords. Cyber criminals target both organizations and individuals, exploiting system vulnerabilities, deploying phishing attacks, and disguising malware as legitimate files to steal sensitive information. Once stolen, these credentials can be sold or shared online, making them accessible to other malicious actors. Even if your password was stolen years ago, reusing it today exposes you to cyber attacks like credential stuffing. To safeguard your accounts, avoid reusing…

Another emergency security update has been released for Google Chrome, this time for CVE-2024-4761. This vulnerability is an out-of-bounds write issue which leads to unauthorized data access, arbitrary code execution, and program crashes. In the advisory released by Google, they acknowledged that this vulnerability is being actively exploited in the wild. Chrome should automatically update over the next few days, but users have been advised to ensure they are up to date. The patched versions of Chrome are: 0.6367.207/.208 for Mac and Windows 0.6367.207 for Linux 0.6367.207 for the "Extended Stable" channel for Mac and Windows. This advisory comes only days after the release of an advisory for CVE-2024-4671, which is a use-after-free vulnerability in the Visuals component. The Visuals component is responsible to rendering and displaying content in the browser. This flaw also leads to remote code execution and program crashes. Google acknowledged this vulnerability is also being actively…

CISOs bear the immense responsibility of safeguarding a company's information assets, a task that becomes more complex with each passing day. As cyber threats grow in sophistication and frequency, the decisions made by CISOs carry significant weight. One critical aspect that often gets overlooked, however, is the protection of the CISO's personal and financial liability. This is where Directors and Officers (D&O) insurance steps in as a crucial safeguard. Understanding the Scope of D&O Insurance D&O insurance is designed to protect corporate directors and officers from personal losses if they are sued as a result of serving as a director or an officer of the organization. This type of insurance can cover legal fees, settlements, and other costs that might arise from lawsuits related to their corporate roles. For CISOs, whose decisions and actions are increasingly under scrutiny, D&O insurance is not just beneficial-it's essential. Why CISOs Are at Risk…

Critical Path Security, renowned for its cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions, is excited to introduce Ben Estephan as the Managing Director of Critical Path Security - Canada. This appointment marks a significant milestone in our journey as we expand our footprint and extend our commitment to providing top-tier cybersecurity services throughout Canada. Building on our recent partnership with Inhouse-Support and the establishment of our Ottawa office, located at 1492A Star Top Rd, Ottawa, ON K1B 3W6, this strategic move underscores our dedication to delivering unparalleled security solutions and fostering collaborative relationships in new territories. Ben Estephan brings with him a wealth of experience and expertise in the cybersecurity domain, making him the ideal candidate to spearhead our initiatives in Canada. We trust Ben to uphold the values and standards that define the Critical Path Security brand and drive our mission forward with vigor and determination. At Critical Path Security - Canada, we…