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Bill from Illinois Democrat seeks to bridge digital divide through free wifi in local parks

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A Democratic congressman announced legislation this week that aims to use multiple federal government programs to bring broadband internet and computers to local parks across the country, bridging the digital divide in underserved communities by providing free internet services.

The Technology in the Parks Act of 2023, introduced by Rep. Danny Davis, D-Ill., aims to boost innovation, increase technology training and decrease inequality through multiple relevant internet programs.

“I believe that this legislation aligns with the nation’s commitment to fostering innovation, education, and community development,” Davis said in a statement. “This legislation, once passed, will contribute to building a more technologically inclusive society, ensuring that the benefits of advancements reach all corners of our community.”

The bill proposes an expansion of the Federal Communications Commission’s E-rates internet program to include local parks, which Davis said is key to bringing broadband access to outdoor community spaces, similar to the existing coverage for schools and libraries.

The FCC’s E-rate program helps schools and libraries across the country gain access to affordable broadband internet and is the government’s largest educational technology program.

The legislation would include local parks in the U.S. General Services Computers for Learning Program, providing access to computer equipment that federal agencies have identified as excess property and enabling technological advancements and digital literacy in those areas.

The third piece of the legislation would require the Labor Department to establish a program to offer grants for technology training programs in local parks, supporting skill development and ensuring that local parks that host such programs are eligible for E-Rate support.

The legislation “is a crucial step in bridging the technological divide and promoting education and skill development in our communities,” Davis said. “By extending E-Rate support to local parks, we empower these spaces to become hubs for technology training, creating opportunities for skill acquisition in areas such as coding, cyber…

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Stay Protected: The Best Free Internet Security Tools You Need to Know

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Welcome to the digital age, where everything is just a click away. While embracing the endless possibilities that come with the internet, there’s no denying the growing concern for online safety. Cyber threats loom around every corner, waiting to exploit vulnerabilities and compromise your privacy. But fear not! In this blog post, we will unleash a powerful arsenal of free internet security tools that will keep you shielded from hackers, malware attacks, and all other malicious entities lurking in cyberspace. Get ready to navigate the virtual world confidently as we unveil top-notch protective tools designed exclusively for your peace of mind!

Introduction to Internet Security

Internet security is a vital aspect of our online lives, and it has become increasingly important as technology continues to advance. With the internet being an integral part of our daily lives, it has also opened up new avenues for cyber threats and attacks. As a result, protecting ourselves and our personal information while using the internet has become more critical than ever.

But what exactly is Internet security? In simple terms, it refers to the measures taken to protect our devices, systems, networks, and data from any type of malicious attack or unauthorized access over the internet. These attacks can include viruses, malware, spyware, phishing scams, identity thefts, hacking attempts and more.

The need for robust internet security measures has become paramount due to several reasons. Firstly, with the rise in popularity of social media platforms and online shopping sites, we have been consistently sharing sensitive information such as credit card details and personal data on the internet. This makes us susceptible targets for cybercriminals who are constantly looking for ways to exploit vulnerabilities in websites or apps to gain access to this information.

Why You Need Internet Security Tools

In today’s digital age, the internet has become an integral part of…

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Week in review: Patch Tuesday forecast, 9 free ransomware guides, Cybertech Europe 2023

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Week in review

Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos:

Photos: Cybertech Europe 2023
The Cybertech Europe conference and exhibition takes place at La Nuvola Convention Center in Rome, and features the latest innovative solutions from dozens of companies and speakers, including senior government officials, C-level executives, and industry trailblazers from Europe and around the world.

Cybertech Europe 2023 video walkthrough
In this Help Net Security video, we take you inside Cybertech Europe 2023 at La Nuvola Convention Center in Rome.

Securing GitHub Actions for a safer DevOps pipeline
In this Help Net Security interview, Varun Sharma, CEO at StepSecurity, talks about misconceptions about the security of GitHub Actions, the potential risks of using third-party actions, recommended best practices for using GitHub Actions securely, and more.

CISO’s compass: Mastering tech, inspiring teams, and confronting risk
In this Help Net Security interview, Okey Obudulu, CISO at Skillsoft, talks about the increasing complexity of the CISO role and challenges they face.

Tackling cyber risks head-on using security questionnaires
In this Help Net Security interview, Gaspard de Lacroix-Vaubois, CEO at Skypher, talks about the implementation of security questionnaires and how they facilitate assessments and accountability across all participants in the technology supply chain, fostering trust and safeguarding sensitive data.

Chalk: Open-source software security and infrastructure visibility tool
Chalk is a free, open-source tool that helps improve software security.

Critical zero-days in Exim revealed, only 3 have been fixed
Six zero-days in Exim, the most widely used mail transfer agent (MTA), have been revealed by Trend Micro’s Zero Day Initiative (ZDI) last Wednesday.

Zero-day in Arm GPU drivers exploited in targeted attacks (CVE-2023-4211)
A vulnerability (CVE-2023-4211) in the kernel drivers for several Mali GPUs “may be under limited, targeted exploitation,” British semiconductor manufacturer Arm has confirmed on Monday, when it released drivers updated with patches.

Amazon: AWS root accounts must have MFA enabled
Amazon wants to make…

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Week in review: 17 free AWS cybersecurity courses, exploited Chrome zero-day

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Week in review

Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos:

The blueprint for a highly effective EASM solution
In this Help Net Security interview, Adrien Petit, CEO at Uncovery, discusses the benefits that organizations can derive from implementing external attack surface management (EASM) solutions, the essential capabilities an EASM solution should possess, and how it deals with uncovering hidden systems.

How should SMBs navigate the phishing minefield?
In this Help Net Security interview, Pete Hoff, CISO at Wursta, offers advice to SMB security leaders and professionals on how to minimize the threat phishing presents to their organization’s operations and long-term success.

Requests via Facebook Messenger lead to hijacked business accounts
Hijackers of Facebook business accounts are relying on fake business inquiries and threats of page/account suspension to trick targets into downloading password-stealing malware.

Microsoft, Adobe fix zero-days exploited by attackers (CVE-2023-26369, CVE-2023-36761, CVE-2023-36802)
September 2023 Patch Tuesday is here, with fixes for actively exploited vulnerabilities in Adobe Acrobat and Reader (CVE-2023-26369), Microsoft Word (CVE-2023-36761), and Microsoft Streaming Service Proxy (CVE-2023-36802).

Microsoft Teams phishing: Enterprises targeted by ransomware access broker
A threat actor known for providing ransomware gangs with initial access to enterprise systems has been phishing employees via Microsoft Teams.

Attackers use fallback ransomware if LockBit gets blocked
Your security solutions might stave off a LockBit infection, but you might still end up with encrypted files: according to Symantec’s threat researchers, some affiliates are using the 3AM ransomware as a fallback option in case LockBit gets flagged and blocked.

Attackers hit software firm Retool to get to crypto companies and assets
Retool, the company behind the popular development platform for building internal business software, has suffered a breach that allowed attackers to access and take over accounts of 27 cloud customers, all in the crypto industry.

Microsoft Teams users targeted in phishing attack delivering DarkGate…

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