SAP NetWeaver customers urged to deploy patch for critical zero-day vulnerability

Recently, SAP NetWeaver users have been strongly advised to apply a critical patch to defend against an active zero-day vulnerability affecting the Visual Composer component of their application server. This vulnerability, which allows unrestricted file uploads, poses a significant threat as it could lead to full server compromise through the deployment of malicious web shells. […]

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Trump’s order to cease enforcement of disparate-impact liability ‘highly illegal,’ EEOC judge says

Summary President Trump has issued an executive order to end the enforcement of disparate-impact liability, claiming it undermines American values. This directive has raised eyebrows, with an EEOC judge labelling it as “highly illegal.” The order instructs federal agencies to review all ongoing investigations that rely on this liability theory, suggesting a significant shift in […]

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DOD’s Katie Arrington shows no mercy to CMMC complainers

Summary Katie Arrington, the acting chief information officer of the Department of Defense (DOD), has little patience for contractors who voice complaints about the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). With her background leading the initiative under the Trump administration, she emphasises that the compliance requirements have been in place for over a decade, referencing standards […]

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UK Employment Law Coffee Break: Supreme Court ruling on Equality Act definitions, employment update webinar, and our latest HR Pensions spotlight

Welcome to our latest Coffee Break in which we look at the latest legal and practical developments impacting UK employers. Supreme Court rules ‘woman’, ‘man’ and ‘sex’ in Equality Act refer to biological sex The Supreme Court has unanimously ruled that for the purposes of the Equality Act 2010, the definitions of “woman,” “man,” and […]

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SOFTSWISS marks 15th anniversary with global Young Fest gathering

iGaming software provider SOFTSWISS celebrated its 15th anniversary by hosting a four-day festival on the Mediterranean coast, bringing together over 2,000 employees and partners from around the globe for Young Fest, the culmination of a year-long series of anniversary events. Source: Yogonet International Key Points Over 2,000 attendees celebrated SOFTSWISS’s 15 years in the iGaming […]

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20 Ways HR Can Support Employees Navigating Mergers And Acquisitions

Summary Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) can be a tumultuous time for employees, marked by uncertainty and change. This article encompasses valuable insights from HR experts who suggest 20 effective ways HR can help employees navigate these transitions. Key strategies focus on communication, transparency, emotional support, and providing clarity on future roles to foster a more […]

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Ex-CISA boss says Trump actions risk ‘dangerously degrading’ US cyber defenses

In a stark warning, the former head of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Jen Easterly, has highlighted that recent actions by former President Donald Trump pose severe risks to U.S. cyber defences. These actions include firing top officials and initiating investigations against cybersecurity leaders, creating instability within the national cybersecurity framework. Source: Daily […]

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WEF, University of Oxford publish Cyber Resilience Compass with seven pathways to build robust cybersecurity roadmaps

The World Economic Forum (WEF), in conjunction with the University of Oxford’s Global Cyber Security Capacity Centre (GCSCC), has introduced the Cyber Resilience Compass: Journeys Towards Resilience report. This essential guide is created to empower organisations in crafting resilient cyber strategies to tackle complex threats, utilising insights from renowned entities globally. Key Points The Cyber […]

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