Hackers somehow got their rootkit a Microsoft-issued digital signature

[ad_1] Cybersecurity researchers at Bitdefender have detailed how cyber criminals have been using FiveSys, a rootkit that somehow made its way through the driver certification process to be digitally signed by Microsoft.   The valid signature enables the rootkit – malicious software that allows cyber criminals to access and control infected computers – to appear valid and bypass operating […]

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Tech workers warned they were going to quit. Now, the problem is spiralling out of control

[ad_1] Tech workers plan on quitting their jobs at a time when organizations need them most Image: Getty/ Cecilie_Arcurs Tech and IT workers’ resignations risk “spiralling out of control” as chronic burnout, limited career progression, and unrealistic demands from employers prompt technology industry employees to jump ship. New research by training platform TalentLMS and Workable, […]

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Microsoft acquires Clear Software to improve connectivity with SAP, Oracle

[ad_1] Credit: Microsoft Microsoft has acquired Clear Software, a provider of integration and business-process products with an emphasis on SAP and Oracle connectivity. Microsoft announced the Clear Software purchase on October 22 and is not disclosing the price paid. Microsoft officials said they believe Clear Software’s API access and back-end systems knowledge will strengthen the […]

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