FeatureTerminatoR is an R package to remove unimportant variables from statistical and machine learning models automatically. The motivation for this package is simple, while there are many packages that do similar things, few of them perform automated removal of the features from your models. This was the motivation, plus having them all in one location to enable you to easily … [Read more...] about Video Highlights: FeatureTerminatoR Package for R
Infographic: The Rise of AI in the Call Center Industry
With the continuous development of artificial intelligence, it comes as no surprise that the technology is currently being deployed in a wide range of applications in different industries. AI is so commonplace that many of the workplace functions humans usually do are automated and done by AI. One such industry that is harnessing the power of AI is the call center … [Read more...] about Infographic: The Rise of AI in the Call Center Industry
Why I Joined Cisco Security and Its Culture of Innovation and Inclusion
Perceptions, expectations, and reality Last month, I stepped into a new role as Senior Vice President and GM of Cloud and Network Security at Cisco Security Business Group. As with any new job, I am equal parts elated with the opportunity and submerged in learning about its Security portfolio and strategy. Now that I have some Cisco experience under my proverbial belt—albeit … [Read more...] about Why I Joined Cisco Security and Its Culture of Innovation and Inclusion
Educators in Australia embrace Swift to forge a new future
Another St Augustine’s College student, Lincoln Hetherington, says, “When developing with Swift, I really enjoy the ability to think of literally anything and being able to create it for everyone to see. It’s easy to understand, and I love the limitless possibilities it offers. As the world is becoming more technologically advanced, knowing how to code will help me in the … [Read more...] about Educators in Australia embrace Swift to forge a new future
ITOps and Big Data Come of Age
Data and data analytics have always been the foundation to drive actions for IT operations. Analytics has been instrumental in supporting capacity planning, resource optimization, workload rebalancing, cost projections, and security predictions. But now, there are new demands on IT operations to deliver more inclusive data intelligence that can support decision-making at large … [Read more...] about ITOps and Big Data Come of Age
Experts Uncover Several C&C Servers Linked to WellMess Malware
Cybersecurity researchers on Friday unmasked new command-and-control (C2) infrastructure belonging to the Russian threat actor tracked as APT29, aka Cozy Bear, that has been spotted actively serving WellMess malware as part of an ongoing attack campaign. More than 30 C2 servers operated by the Russian foreign intelligence have been uncovered, Microsoft-owned cybersecurity … [Read more...] about Experts Uncover Several C&C Servers Linked to WellMess Malware
Several Malicious Typosquatted Python Libraries Found On PyPI Repository
As many as eight Python packages that were downloaded more than 30,000 times have been removed from the PyPI portal for containing malicious code, once again highlighting how software package repositories are evolving into a popular target for supply chain attacks. "Lack of moderation and automated security controls in public software repositories allow even inexperienced … [Read more...] about Several Malicious Typosquatted Python Libraries Found On PyPI Repository
Phony Call Centers Tricking Users Into Installing Ransomware and Data-Stealers
An ongoing malicious campaign that employs phony call centers has been found to trick victims into downloading malware capable of data exfiltration as well as deploying ransomware on infected systems. The attacks — dubbed "BazaCall" — eschew traditional social engineering techniques that rely on rogue URLs and malware-laced documents in favor of a vishing-like method wherein … [Read more...] about Phony Call Centers Tricking Users Into Installing Ransomware and Data-Stealers
GarageBand features new Sound Packs from Dua Lipa, Lady Gaga, and top producers
Art of the Remix with Dua Lipa and Lady Gaga Anyone can now develop their remix skills in GarageBand with two new in-app Remix Sessions featuring Dua Lipa and Lady Gaga. Each session includes inspirational videos from each artist telling the stories behind their hit songs “Break My Heart” (Dua Lipa) and “Free Woman” (Lady Gaga), as … [Read more...] about GarageBand features new Sound Packs from Dua Lipa, Lady Gaga, and top producers
Hackers Exploit Microsoft Browser Bug to Deploy VBA Malware on Targeted PCs
An unidentified threat actor has been exploiting a now-patched zero-day flaw in Internet Explorer browser to deliver a fully-featured VBA-based remote access trojan (RAT) capable of accessing files stored in compromised Windows systems, and downloading and executing malicious payloads as part of an "unusual" campaign. The backdoor is distributed via a decoy document named … [Read more...] about Hackers Exploit Microsoft Browser Bug to Deploy VBA Malware on Targeted PCs