Too busy working all week to keep up with the most interesting stories coming out of the technology and security industries? Below are our recommendations for a roundup of the top stories happening now that you need to know.
Verizon closes Yahoo deal for $4.48 billion after long, bumpy road
Verizon has finally closed its acquisition of Yahoo for US$4.48 billion, as well as closing the book on Yahoo's CEO, Marissa Mayer, who has resigned. The finalization of the deal comes after a long and fraught process during which it was revealed that Yahoo was subject to one of the largest breaches in history. Read more…
Russian Cyber Hacks on U.S. Electoral System Far Wider Than Previously Known
Russia’s cyberattack on the U.S. electoral system before Donald Trump’s election was far more widespread than has been publicly revealed, including incursions into voter databases and software systems in almost twice as many states as previously reported. Read more…
Former CIA Director calls on public to demand cybersecurity legislation
Former CIA Director John Brennan is urging Americans to encourage federal lawmakers to push forward cybersecurity-focused legislation, regulations and other rules so that the U.S. is better prepared in cyberspace. Read more...
It's time to update XP, Windows Server 2003 despite Microsoft's emergency patch
Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 are supposed to be dead, but Microsoft's emergency update to address serious vulnerabilities gives organizations another excuse to hang on to these legacy operating systems a little longer. Read more…
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