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Podcast: Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights
Episode: Cybersecurity & Ransom Payments, Open Source Mandate, , Google's Cookie Reversal, AI Advancements
Description: The episode begins with a discussion on a vulnerability in Microsoft's Windows Hello for Business authentication model, which has been found to be susceptible to downgrade attacks. Microsoft has released a fix for this issue to enhance security measures. Additionally, the episode highlights AT&T's decision to pay a ransom to prevent the exposure of stolen call records, shedding light on the prevalent trend of companies paying ransoms after cyber attacks.The episode also delves into Switzerland's groundbreaking law, mandating the use of open-source software in the public sector to promote transparency and security. Furthermore, the Cybersecurity...