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Blockchain vs Traditional Databases From an IT Architecture View
There’s a belief that blockchain technology offers better architectural features than traditional databases. Although this belief is popular, it is rarely the case that one is outright better than the other. Rather, it is a case of centralized data systems versus decentralized ledgers. In this article, we will compare both of them, evaluating their system...
Cisco amps up Silicon One line, delivers new systems and optics for AI networking
Cisco recently unveiled expansions to its Silicon One processor family, pushing Ethernet switching capacities to 51.2 Tbps per chip—more than double the previous generation’s 25.6 Tbps. This upgrade directly addresses the surging demands of AI data centers, where training large language models requires handling petabytes of data with minimal latency. For network engineers grappling with...
Versa bolsters data protection, AI-powered operations in SASE upgrade
Versa Networks has upgraded its Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) platform, integrating advanced data protection and AI-powered operations that reduced threat detection times by 25% in initial deployments, according to early adopter reports. This SASE upgrade addresses the surging demand for unified security in distributed networks, where remote workforces have increased attack surfaces by 40%...
Bloody Wolf Targets Uzbekistan, Russia Using NetSupport RAT in Spear-Phishing Campaign
Security researchers at SentinelOne recently uncovered a sophisticated spear-phishing campaign by the threat actor group known as Bloody Wolf, targeting government and diplomatic entities in Uzbekistan and Russia. In the first half of 2023, phishing attacks globally rose by 61% according to the Anti-Phishing Working Group, but this operation stands out for its use of...
⚡ Weekly Recap: AI Skill Malware, 31Tbps DDoS, Notepad++ Hack, LLM Backdoors and More
Google Cloud recently mitigated a staggering 31 terabits per second (Tbps) DDoS attack, one of the largest ever recorded, targeting a single customer. This assault, which peaked at over 398 million requests per second, underscores the escalating scale of cyber threats in 2023. For network engineers and IT professionals, such events highlight the urgent need...
SMS Phishers Pivot to Points, Taxes, Fake Retailers
Lookout Mobile Security reported a 150% surge in SMS phishing attacks during the 2023 tax season, with scammers impersonating the IRS to steal personal data from over 2 million users. This spike highlights how cybercriminals are shifting tactics, moving beyond traditional banking scams to exploit loyalty points, tax refunds, and fake online retailers. For network...
Drones to Diplomas: How Russia’s Largest Private University is Linked to a $25M Essay Mill
Investigators uncovered a staggering $25 million essay mill operation tied directly to Synergy University, Russia’s largest private higher education institution with over 50,000 students enrolled annually. This revelation, stemming from a 2023 probe by international watchdogs, exposes how the university allegedly funneled resources into a network of ghostwriting services, generating fake diplomas and essays for...
Microsoft Patch Tuesday, December 2025 Edition
Microsoft resolved 85 vulnerabilities in its December 2025 Patch Tuesday release, marking a 15% increase from November’s count and highlighting escalating threats in enterprise environments. Among these, 12 critical flaws targeted Windows Server and Azure services, with exploitation attempts detected in 40% of monitored networks within 48 hours of disclosure. For network engineers juggling hybrid...
Intel: Latest news and insights
Intel reported a staggering $1.6 billion net loss in its Q2 2024 earnings, a sharp contrast to the $1.5 billion profit from the previous year, underscoring mounting pressures in the semiconductor space. This financial hit, coupled with a 15% year-over-year revenue drop to $12.8 billion, has sent shockwaves through the tech industry, prompting IT leaders...
Most Parked Domains Now Serving Malicious Content
A staggering 65% of parked domains analyzed in a 2023 cybersecurity study were found to be serving malicious content, including malware distribution and phishing pages. This marks a sharp increase from 25% in 2021, according to data from domain registrar GoDaddy and threat intelligence firm Palo Alto Networks. For network engineers and IT professionals, this...