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New York Post
21-07-2025
- Business
- New York Post
Microsoft SharePoint server hack likely caused by single actor — and thousands of firms now vulnerable: researchers
A sweeping cyberespionage operation targeting Microsoft server software compromised about 100 different organizations as of the weekend, one of the researchers who helped uncover the campaign said Monday. Microsoft on Saturday issued an alert about 'active attacks' on self-managed SharePoint servers, which are widely used by government agencies and businesses to share documents within organisations. Dubbed a 'zero day' because it leverages a previously undisclosed digital weaknesses, the hacks allow spies to penetrate vulnerable servers and potentially drop a back door to secure continuous access to victim organizations. Microsoft on Saturday issued an alert about 'active attacks' on SharePoint servers used within organizations. Gorodenkoff – Vaisha Bernard, the chief hacker at Eye Security, a Netherlands-based cybersecurity firm which discovered the hacking campaign targeting one of its clients on Friday, said that an internet scan carried out with the ShadowServer Foundation had uncovered nearly 100 victims altogether – and that was before the technique behind the hack was widely known. 'It's unambiguous,' Bernard said. 'Who knows what other adversaries have done since to place other back doors.' He declined to identify the affected organizations, saying that the relevant national authorities had been notified. The ShadowServer Foundation didn't immediately return a message seeking comment. Another researcher said that, so far, the spying appeared to be the work of a single hacker or set of hackers. 'It's possible that this will quickly change,' said Rafe Pilling, Director of Threat Intelligence at Sophos, a British cybersecurity firm. Microsoft said it had 'provided security updates and encourages customers to install them,' a company spokesperson said in an emailed statement. Microsoft said it had 'provided security updates and encourages customers to install them.' REUTERS It was not clear who was behind the ongoing hack. The FBI said on Sunday it was aware of the attacks and was working closely with its federal and private-sector partners, but offered no other details. Britain's National Cyber Security Center said in a statement that it was aware of 'a limited number' of targets in the United Kingdom. According to data from Shodan, a search engine that helps to identify internet-linked equipment, over 8,000 servers online could theoretically have already been compromised by hackers. Those servers include major industrial firms, banks, auditors, healthcare companies, and several U.S. state-level and international government entities. 'The SharePoint incident appears to have created a broad level of compromise across a range of servers globally,' said Daniel Card of British cybersecurity consultancy, PwnDefend. 'Taking an assumed breach approach is wise, and it's also important to understand that just applying the patch isn't all that is required here.'
New York Post
14-06-2025
- Business
- New York Post
NYPD to contract Israeli firm to search deep web for bomb makers
The NYPD is preparing to partner with an Israeli company to scour the deep web for terrorists who want to make bombs, other explosive devices and chemical weapons, according to an official notice online. The two-year, $567,000 deal with Tel Aviv-based Terrogence Global will cover the purchase of 'Explosive Tradecraft Intelligence Reporting Services' that will look for and analyze online conversations in multiple languages, according to the notice seeking public comment. The comment stage is a precursor to a deal. The company provides a tool for searching for online discussions on IEDs (Improvised Explosive Devices), bombs and chemical weapons, a police source said. Advertisement 3 The NYPD is entering a contract with a company that will help scour the Internet for threats. AFP via Getty Images On its website, Terrogence says its 'analysts utilize multiple virtual agents (Avatars) to gather information' from the Internet. They agents also 'proactively engage potential threat actors on social media, instant messaging and the Deep Web, and provide the relevant context to mitigate threats,' according to the website. The three-year contract would go into effect Sept. 15 with options to renew through 2033, according to the notice seeking public comment. Advertisement The move to bolster the detection of bad actors online comes as arsonists torched at least 11 marked NYPD vehicles in a Brooklyn parking lot Thursday. Investigators found undetonated explosive devices in the area after two masked suspects were seen running away, police and sources said. 3 The company will search clandestine spaces on the web, according to its website. Gorodenkoff – 3 Shai Arbel is chief executive officer at Terrogence Global, the company that's set to get the NYPD contract. linkedin/in/shai-arbel-7a430b6 The NYPD has been ramping up its tech abilities recently overall. Advertisement Last year the department inked an $383,744 contract to purchase a drone-tracking system. The stationary system uses radio frequencies, cameras and radar to id and follow drones, according to the contract.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Synopsys, Broadcom Team Up To Accelerate High-Performance AI And Computing
Synopsys, Inc (NASDAQ:SNPS) on Wednesday announced that its collaboration with Broadcom Inc (NASDAQ:AVGO) has achieved interoperability between Synopsys' PCIe 6.x IP solution and Broadcom's PEX90000 series switch. The interoperability between artificial infrastructure companies will help reduce design risk and accelerate time to market for high-performance computing and AI data center systems. PCIe switches play a critical role in enabling the scalability required to meet the demands of modern AI workloads. Also Read: Synopsys stock declined over 15% in the last 12 months due to the Trump administration's tariff policies. In May, Synopsys ordered its China employees to halt services and sales after the new U.S. export restrictions kicked in. Products affected include semiconductor design software and chemicals. Synopsys also suspended its third quarter outlook (Revenue $1.75 billion–$1.78 billion, Adj EPS $3.82-$3.87). Synopsys, Cadence Design Systems (NASDAQ:CDNS), and Siemens' Mentor Graphics control over 70% of China's electronic design automation (EDA) software market, which chipmakers can use to design semiconductors ranging from smartphones to computers and cars. Broadcom stock gained over 69% in the last 12 months, driven by continued momentum in AI semiconductor solutions and VMware. Price Action: AVGO stock is trading lower by 0.83% to $250.80 premarket at last check Thursday. Read Next:Photo by Gorodenkoff via Shutterstock Up Next: Transform your trading with Benzinga Edge's one-of-a-kind market trade ideas and tools. Click now to access unique insights that can set you ahead in today's competitive market. Get the latest stock analysis from Benzinga? BROADCOM (AVGO): Free Stock Analysis Report SYNOPSYS (SNPS): Free Stock Analysis Report This article Synopsys, Broadcom Team Up To Accelerate High-Performance AI And Computing originally appeared on © 2025 Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.
New York Post
29-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- New York Post
Backyard retreats lead exterior home trends this year: survey
Americans are striving for harmony at home more than ever — transforming the backyard into a sanctuary has been named the biggest outdoor trend for 2025. A survey of 2,000 homeowners explored their home aspirations and goals for 2025 and found the most popular exterior home trends people are looking to implement this year are creating backyard sanctuaries (41%), adding fire pits and outdoor heating elements (38%), and making their spaces more private (37%). The results also showed a real sentiment for making the most of our outdoor spaces and increasing time in the fresh air — two-thirds (67%) plan on spending more time outdoors than in previous years. In fact, homeowners are estimating spending 11.7 hours per week outside at their homes this year compared to 9.6 hours per week spent outside last year — that's an increase of 22%. 4 Americans are striving for harmony at home more than ever. New Africa – Conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Trex Company, the survey also found that four in 10 homeowners have concrete plans for renovating the outside of their home this year. This is a project many say is worthwhile, since 40% of homeowners reported spending at least 30 minutes in their outdoor spaces every day. Topping the list of projects participants are most interested in completing this year were landscaping (34%), building a new patio or deck (25%), and upgrading their outdoor lighting options (25%). When asked how far away they estimate their backyard is from being their dream space, the average response was 45%. Only 10% said they wouldn't change a thing about their outdoor space. 4 Since 40% of homeowners reported spending at least 30 minutes in their outdoor spaces every day. tisomboon – 'Homeowners are reimagining their outdoor spaces not just as extensions of their homes, but as essential retreats for relaxation, connection and comfort,' said Jodi Lee, senior vice president of marketing for Trex Company. 'From fire pits to privacy features, it's clear that 2025 is all about creating personalized, livable areas that reflect individual style and support year-round outdoor living.' Another motivator for homeowners to invest in their home's exterior? The impact it would have on their home's value. Eighty-seven percent think upgrading their front and backyards will increase their property's resale value. 4 When asked how far away they estimate their backyard is from being their dream space, the average response was 45%. Gorodenkoff – The survey also found how much homeowners anticipate their dream exteriors will cost, citing an average of $13,321. How they'd like to go about these plans is a mix. Thirty-three percent would prefer to do it themselves, while 28% said they prefer to hire a professional. Thirty-four percent would likely do a combination of both. What's most important to homeowners is sustainability. Sixty-eight percent of respondents said they are making sure their renovations are made of eco-friendly materials and feature energy-efficient designs. 4 The results also showed a real sentiment for making the most of our outdoor spaces and increasing time in the fresh air — two-thirds plan on spending more time outdoors than in previous years. SWNS 'We're seeing more people wanting to carve out spaces where they can slow down, unwind, and enjoy being outside,' added Lee. 'As daily life gets busier and more digitally connected, the backyard has become one of the few places people can disconnect, find a bit of quiet, and spend time with family and friends on their own terms. That's what's really driving these changes — it's not just about adding features but creating a space that feels personal and restorative.' Survey methodology: Talker Research surveyed 2,000 American home owners; the survey was commissioned by Trex and administered and conducted online by Talker Research between April 18 – April 28, 2025.
New York Post
12-05-2025
- New York Post
Long Island school districts breached by cyber hackers — thousands of students' records exposed in alarming trend
More than 20 school districts across Long Island were hit by cyber hackers leaving more than 10,000 students' records and personal info vulnerable to criminals, state education records revealed. The widespread data breaches and digital intrusions — 28 Long Island incidents were self-reported to the state last year — have cybersecurity experts sounding the alarm about schools nationwide increasingly becoming targets for identity thieves, ransomware gangs and data extortionists. Districts with lower operating budgets are even more at risk, according to experts. More than 20 school districts in Long Island were hit with cyberattacks last year, according to state education records. Gorodenkoff – 'Schools have an incredibly rich amount of data,' Randy Rose, vice president of security operations at the Center for Internet Security told Newsday. 'People think it's just grades — but it's personal information, sometimes financial information. 'There's data associated with kids that are in need. Data on kids that are in afterschool programs.' Some of the intrusions on Long Island were minor — a student who was caught snooping on a classmate's grades — but others were much more concerning. Third-party breaches compromised the personal records of more than 6,000 students in Great Neck, another 1,000 Smithtown, as well as nearly 2,400 in Brentwood and Hewlett-Woodmere combined, according to state education records. Hackers even infiltrated software systems used by schools across the US, including major safety and security platform Raptor Technologies, which impacted at least seven Long Island districts, education records show. The attacks left more than 10,000 students' records and personal info vulnerable to criminals. CarlosBarquero – Michael Nizich, an adjunct associate professor of computer science at the New York Institute of Technology, said the level of regularly updated cybersecurity prevention necessary to adequately protect school districts is 'just not going to be feasible' economically. 'I think what you're seeing is that these school districts are now becoming targets because of the value of data that criminals are starting to find,' Nizich told Newsday. But it's not always the firewall that fails. Oftentimes breaches boil down to human error, as cybersecurity investments only go so far without proper training. Start and end your day informed with our newsletters Morning Report and Evening Update: Your source for today's top stories Thanks for signing up! Enter your email address Please provide a valid email address. By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Never miss a story. Check out more newsletters About 45% of the time, hackers weren't exploiting technical flaws, but instead human behavior, according to an investigation by Newsday — pointing to phishing emails, fake login pages and malware disguised as digital ads. And the real-world impacts on districts can be devastating, as cyber incidents can derail afterschool initiatives, delay lunch programs, disrupt statewide testing — even freeze entire school operations, Rose explained. For students, the possible 'real life consequences' can be even more dire — derailing credit scores and impacting their ability to apply for loans and credit cards. 'When it comes time to go to college or get their first bank account, credit card, they're unable to,' Rose told Newsday. The new state budget just added record funding into public education, including an additional $270 million for Long Island, although each individual district will decide how the money gets spent.
