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The Cost of Trust: Third-Party Code in Your Stack
The latest wave of supply chain attacks targets open-source libraries embedded in enterprise code. Malicious packages can stay undetected for months, triggering breaches downstream.
Mitigation: lock dependencies, use software composition analysis (SCA), and implement egress filtering. Trust is not a strategy—validation is.
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Wi-Fi Impersonation Attacks Surge in Urban Centers
Attackers set up evil twin hotspots to steal credentials, tokens, and session cookies in public spaces. These rogue APs often mimic trusted networks to fool users.
Use VPNs, enforce secure Wi-Fi policies, and restrict credential reuse across sessions.
Digital Footprint Exposure: When Your Metadata Talks Too Much
Your browser, device, and app use leave behind metadata trails that enable profiling and targeting—especially in corporate espionage and B2B phishing.
Use anti-fingerprint browsers, reduce tracking scripts, and educate execs on passive intel gathering.
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