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2020-09-02 15:00:50 | NDAA Conference: Opportunity to Improve the Nation\'s Cybersecurity Posture (lien direct) | 
As Congress prepares to return to Washington in the coming weeks, finalizing the FY2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) will be a top priority. The massive defense bill features several important cybersecurity provisions, from strengthening CISA and promoting interoperability to creating a National Cyber Director position in the White House and codifying FedRAMP. These are […]
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2020-08-28 17:31:04 | The First Smartphone for Free-Ranging Kids (lien direct) | 
The First Smartphone for Free-Ranging Kids In an earlier article, we took a look at smartphone alternatives for free-ranging kids. Next up is the follow-on conversation … the time you give them their first, fully functional smartphone-and how to manage having it in your lives. For children, learning to use a first smartphone is just […]
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2020-08-27 15:00:18 | Why Ransomware Targets No Longer Need to Wind Up as Ransomware Victims (lien direct) | 
It was every administrator's worst nightmare. A small district hospital in western Colorado lost access to 5 years' worth of patient records after ransomware attackers exploited holes in an aging infrastructure to strike. But it was also an increasingly familiar story as ransomware attackers escalate their attacks and go after targets across all sectors of […]
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2020-08-26 16:35:02 | Understand and Manage Pesky Persistent Threats (lien direct) | 
Ransomware Evolution to Most Promising Victim (MPV) Attacks Ransomware cost businesses over $11.5 B with a 500% increase in attacks in 2019 according to Forrester Research. It's your persistent threat. Ransomware is a type of malicious software that infects a computer and restricts users' access to it and their data until a ransom is paid […]
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2020-08-26 00:28:08 | Ransomware Could Be the New Data Breach: 5 Tips to Stay Secure (lien direct) | 
Cybercriminals tend to keep with the times, as they often leverage current events as a way to harvest user data or spread malicious content. McAfee COVID-19 Threat Report July 2020 points to a rather significant surge in attacks exploiting the current pandemic with COVID-19 themed malicious apps, phishing campaigns, malware, and ransomware. However, what many users don't realize is that ransomware attacks are a […]
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2020-08-25 21:32:51 | What is GPS spoofing? (lien direct) | 
What is GPS spoofing? Global positioning system (GPS) technology is now the standard way for travelers to efficiently get from point A to point B. While GPS delivers unparalleled opportunities to businesses and individuals, there are some drawbacks to using this technology. GPS devices can be vulnerable to cyber attacks through GPS spoofing. GPS Spoofing […]
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2020-08-25 21:30:07 | McAfee ESM Named a 2020 Gartner Peer Insights Customers\' Choice for SIEM (lien direct) | 
The McAfee team is very proud to announce that once again McAfee was named a Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice for SIEM for its McAfee Enterprise Security Manager (ESM) Solution, a recognition of high satisfaction from a number of reviews by verified end-user professionals. We are most appreciative of our customers who support our solutions and share […]
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2020-08-24 15:45:48 | ST21: DB Cybertech with Tranel Hawkins & Ben Farber (lien direct) | 
McAfee’s Senior Manager of Business Development, Tranel Hawkins and DB Cybertech’s Chief Data Scientist & Product Manager Ben Farber discuss the Security Innovation Alliance.
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2020-08-24 04:01:22 | Transform your Architecture for the Cloud with MVISION UCE and SD-WAN (lien direct) | 
“Features are a nice to have, but at the end of the day, all we care about when it comes to our web and cloud security is architecture.” – said no customer ever. The fact is that nobody likes to talk about architecture when shopping for the latest and greatest cyber security technology, and most […]
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2020-08-20 17:58:42 | Women in Sales Part 5: The Value of Support Networks and Inspiration (lien direct) | 
Women at McAfee are making powerful contributions to our sales efforts. Saleswomen from varying backgrounds share their unique perspectives in hopes of encouraging more women to join them in sales. This week, women share the inspirations and support networks which are leading them down successful sales paths. And in case you missed it, meet more women at McAfee who discussed opportunities in the field, offered insight […]
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2020-08-19 13:01:18 | (Déjà vu) What Security Means to Professionals (lien direct) | What Security Means to Professionals Recently, we conducted a survey of 600 families and professionals in the U.S. to better understand what matters to them-in terms of security and the lives they want to lead online. The following article reflects what they shared with us, and allows us to share it with you in turn, […] | Guideline | ||
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2020-08-18 15:36:06 | The Economic Benefits from McAfee\'s UCE Solution (lien direct) | 
Special thanks to Tom Bryant for his assistance. The cloud transformation that we are seeing today is happening across several dimensions. Companies are rapidly moving from their private data centers to hybrid cloud models with Cloud Service Providers. Cloud is where all modern-day work is happening by employees and developers. Employees use SaaS based applications […]
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2020-08-18 00:29:37 | ScamsWeek2020 (lien direct) | 
Here's How to Be Yourself and NOT let a Scammer Be You! If you hadn't truly embraced the incredible benefits of managing your life online, then I bet 2020 has changed things for you. With social distancing still a big consideration in day to day life, more Aussies than ever are managing their lives online […]
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2020-08-17 18:00:11 | Back-to-School: Could Your Remote Learner Be Cyber Cheating? (lien direct) | 
Back-to-School: Could Your Remote Learner Be Cyber Cheating? As families across the country ramp up for the new school year, most are considering one of three basic learning options. Kids can attend traditional, in-class learning, they can attend their classes online from home, or they can choose a hybrid of the two. There are also […]
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2020-08-17 13:01:41 | Back-to-School: Prepping Your Tech for Learning Pods or Micro School (lien direct) | 
Back-to-School: Prepping Your Tech for Learning Pods or Micro School With a new academic year starting up, the look of “back to school” will vary greatly depending on where you live. While some schools will open again for in-person classes, numerous others will adopt a hybrid mix of in-person and online education, with others remaining […]
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2020-08-15 00:14:37 | 444k Affected by an Online Exam Breach: Stay Secure While Distance Learning (lien direct) |
Students everywhere are adjusting to new forms of education outside of the classroom. In conjunction with distance learning, it's likely that many students will now be required to take online exams. To ensure that students don't cheat on their online exams, educators are employing the help of online proctoring tools that help protect exam integrity. […]
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2020-08-13 18:19:06 | On Drovorub: Linux Kernel Security Best Practices (lien direct) |
Intro In a U.S. government cyber security advisory released today, the National Security Agency and Federal Bureau of Investigation warn of a previously undisclosed piece of Linux rootkit malware called Drovorub and attribute the threat to malicious actor APT28. The report is incredibly detailed and proposes several complementary detection techniques to effectively identify Drovorub malware […]
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2020-08-13 15:49:44 | Women in Sales Part 4: Achieving success through growth and balance (lien direct) | 
Women at McAfee are succeeding in cybersecurity sales. With an inclusive culture, raw talent, and passion, McAfee saleswomen continue to grow as professionals and people and seek to inspire women. In the last few weeks, women at McAfee discussed opportunities in the field, offered insight into the necessary skills to succeed, and shared the distinguishing traits that defined their success. Now, leading women at McAfee offer to help […]
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2020-08-13 03:25:16 | How to \'Online Date\' Safely in 2020 (lien direct) | 
If you are a young person looking for your 'special someone' then 2020 would have seriously cramped your style. Whether you've been in lockdown, working from home or simply staying home to stay well, your social life would have taken a hit. So, it comes as no surprise that dating sites have become the playground […]
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2020-08-12 15:59:00 | Vulnerability Discovery in Open Source Libraries Part 1: Tools of the Trade (lien direct) | 
Executive Summary Open source has become the foundation for modern software development. Vendors use open source software to stay competitive and improve the speed, quality, and cost of the development process. At the same time, it is critical to maintain and audit open source libraries used in products as they can expose a significant volume […]
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2020-08-12 13:46:29 | What Security Means to Elders (lien direct) | 
What Security Means to Elders Recently, we conducted a survey of 600 families and professionals in the U.S. to better understand what matters to them-in terms of security and the lives they want to lead online. The following article reflects what they shared with us, and allows us to share it with you in turn, […]
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2020-08-11 15:40:58 | How We\'re Using AI to Usher in the Era of the “Smarter SOC” (lien direct) | 
In 2020, months seem to feel like years. Amid rapid change, adaptation is essential. Cyber threats are no exception to this rule. Technology can solve complex problems but can also be destabilizing. We think about this paradox regularly as artificial intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning gain prevalence in our field. Will these technologies drive better […]
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2020-08-06 19:34:36 | Women in Sales Part 3: Traits for Success in Cybersecurity Sales (lien direct) | 
At McAfee, women are finding the inclusiveness and tools to succeed in cybersecurity sales, a field often misconceived because of its technical background. They are doing so through perseverance, resolve, and the know-how to excel as sales professionals. We recently kicked off our Women in Sales Series, which features inspiring women at McAfee. In Part 1, leading women discussed opportunities and in Part 2, they outlined the necessary skills to succeed. This week meet more women at McAfee as they share their advice and distinguishing qualities or characteristics that defined […]
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2020-08-06 04:01:42 | Robot Character Analysis Reveals Trust Issues (lien direct) | 
Retired Marine fighter pilot and Top Gun instructor Dave Berke said “Every single thing you do in your life, every decision you make, is an OODA Loop.” OODA Loop? Observe–Orient–Decide–Act, the “OODA Loop” was originally developed by United States Air Force Colonel John Boyd and outlines that fundamentally all actions are first based on observations. […]
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2020-08-06 04:01:06 | Call an Exorcist! My Robot\'s Possessed! (lien direct) | 
Overview As part of our continued goal of helping developers provide safer products for businesses and consumers, we here at McAfee Advanced Threat Research (ATR) recently investigated temi, a teleconference robot produced by Robotemi Global Ltd. Our research led us to discover four separate vulnerabilities in the temi robot, which this paper will describe in […]
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2020-08-05 16:01:05 | Dopple-ganging up on Facial Recognition Systems (lien direct) | 
Co-authored with Jesse Chick, OSU Senior and Former McAfee Intern, Primary Researcher. Special thanks to Dr. Catherine Huang, McAfee Advanced Analytics Team Special thanks to Kyle Baldes, Former McAfee Intern “Face” the Facts There are 7.6 Billion people in the world. That's a huge number! In fact, if we all stood shoulder to shoulder on […]
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2020-08-05 13:00:05 | Ripple20 Critical Vulnerabilities – Detection Logic and Signatures (lien direct) | 
This document has been prepared by McAfee Advanced Threat Research in collaboration with JSOF who discovered and responsibly disclosed the vulnerabilities. It is intended to serve as a joint research effort to produce valuable insights for network administrators and security personnel, looking to further understand these vulnerabilities to defend against exploitation. The signatures produced here […]
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2020-08-04 17:00:35 | What Security Means to Families (lien direct) | 
What Security Means to Families One truth of parenting is this: we do a lot of learning on the job. And that often goes double when it comes to parenting and the internet. That's understandable. Whereas we can often look to our own families and how we were raised for parenting guidance, today's always-on mobile […]
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2020-08-04 15:33:11 | My Experience as a Finance Intern at McAfee for Summer 2020 (lien direct) | 
By: Nilisha, Finance Intern, Plano, TX, United States Amidst this global pandemic, I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to be a Finance Intern at McAfee this summer. Working remotely was something that I never thought I would have to do so soon, however, my experience was nothing short of amazing. From the onboarding […]
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2020-08-03 16:49:29 | Special Delivery: Criminals Posing as Amazon Are Out to Steal User\'s Data (lien direct) | 
One of the joys of online shopping is instant gratification – your purchases arrive on your doorstep in just a few days! Unfortunately, consumers aren’t the only ones taking advantage of this convenience – hackers are also using it to trick users into handing over money or data. Recently, AARP recounted several scams where cybercriminals posed as Amazon's customer […]
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2020-08-03 14:00:43 | (Déjà vu) McAfee Defender\'s Blog: NetWalker (lien direct) | 
Building Adaptable Security Architecture Against NetWalker NetWalker Overview The NetWalker ransomware, initially known as Mailto, was first detected in August 2019. Since then, new variants were discovered throughout 2019 and the beginning of 2020, with a strong uptick noticed in March of this year. NetWalker has noticeably evolved to a more stable and robust ransomware-as-a-service […]
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2020-08-03 14:00:20 | Take a “NetWalk” on the Wild Side (lien direct) |
Executive Summary The NetWalker ransomware, initially known as Mailto, was first detected in August 2019. Since then, new variants were discovered throughout 2019 and the beginning of 2020, with a strong uptick noticed in March of this year. NetWalker has noticeably evolved to a more stable and robust ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) model, and our research suggests […]
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2020-08-01 16:39:41 | How to Keep Remote Learning Pod Students Safe Online (lien direct) | 
The upheaval of 2020 has forced us all to reimagine familiar pathways, and parents are no exception. Cautious about sending their kids back into the classroom, families across the country are banding together to form remote “learning pods.” Learning pods are small groups of families with like-aged children that agree to educate their kids together. […]
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2020-07-31 16:05:48 | Source Code Leak – What We Learned and How You Can Protect Your IP (lien direct) | 
This week we learned about a leak of source code from 50 prominent companies, posted by a Swiss IT consultant. These come after another recent leak of source code from Nintendo, prompting us to comment on the issue of IP protection and secure development pipelines. The latest leak appears to stem primarily from a misconfiguration of […]
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2020-07-30 22:34:36 | Smartphone Alternatives for Free-Ranging Kids (lien direct) | 
Smartphone Alternatives for Free-Ranging Kids A popular topic in our blogs is “when to buy a child a smartphone,” and for good reason. It's an important conversation, one that calls for plenty of research and reflection as you look to balance the risks and rewards of giving your child a smartphone. Maybe you've already arrived […]
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2020-07-30 21:24:16 | Women in Sales Part 2: Skilling up for a Career in Cybersecurity Sales (lien direct) | 
McAfee fosters an inclusive environment where we value varied life experiences. To showcase women who are making an impact and inspire others, we launched our Women in Sales Series. In Part 1, McAfee women described industry opportunities and how they continue to break boundaries to develop rewarding careers. Here in Part 2, we introduce women whose unique past experiences helped shape their career paths. They share critical skills for success and words of encouragement for those considering a career in sales. Practice clear communication and collaboration: “In […]
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2020-07-30 15:55:42 | What is a McAfee Internship Like? 10 Interns Share Perspectives (lien direct) | 
At McAfee, we foster meaningful internship experiences within our fast-paced world of cybersecurity. We know it's the next generation that will build tomorrow's technology solutions. McAfee interns make substantial contributions and are valued as global team members, joining our mission to protect all that matters. This year, McAfee took the intern experience virtual due to the global pandemic. While not our typical experience, this year's interns continue to thrive. To celebrate National Intern Day, we asked our interns around the world to share insights gained from their experiences. “My new colleagues and leaders have helped me transition from college life to my full-time internship at […]
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2020-07-30 15:55:11 | Security is a Feeling- With the McAfee #SecureMyLife RT2Win Sweepstakes! (lien direct) | Security is a Feeling- Share it with the McAfee #SecureMyLife RT2Win Sweepstakes! The word 'security' means something unique to everyone. Security is a feeling, an emotion, a sense of belonging and place: It could be the feeling of cuddling as a family in a pillow fort, making sure your house is locked at night, or […] | |||
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2020-07-30 15:21:19 | Can Macs get Viruses? (lien direct) | 
Can Macs get viruses? In addition to their ability to work seamlessly with Apple devices, many users prefer Mac computers because of their perceived “inherent” security features. Apple also notifies users of periodic updates to make sure that every generation of Apple product has the most secure software version. And while Apple does go to […]
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2020-07-30 15:20:59 | Understanding Trojan Viruses and How to Get Rid of Them (lien direct) |
Understanding Trojan Viruses and How to Get Rid of Them Basic online scenario-You log onto your computer and notice that something's just not right, but you can’t quite put your finger on it. Something just seems…a bit off. If you've found yourself in this situation, or even thinking you are, there's a real possibility you […]
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2020-07-30 15:20:50 | How to Wipe Out a Computer Virus (lien direct) | 
How to Wipe Out a Computer Virus In this article, you'll learn some of the signs that you may have a computer virus, and you'll learn tips for effectively removing them. While some of these malicious programs are little more than a nuisance, many others can effectively steal your most personal, private and sensitive information. […]
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2020-07-30 15:20:47 | Is Your Smart Home Vulnerable to a Hack Attack? (lien direct) | 
Is Your Smart Home Vulnerable to a Hack Attack? Your smart home device creates a computer network which can function as your incredibly convenient garage door opener, appliance manager, lighting designer, In-House DJ, and even security system supervisor, among many other selected duties. Yet cybersecurity experts frequently caution that this ultra-convenient home network provided through […]
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2020-07-30 04:14:38 | Operation (노스 스타) North Star A Job Offer That\'s Too Good to be True? (lien direct) | 
Executive Summary We are in the midst of an economic slump [1], with more candidates than there are jobs, something that has been leveraged by malicious actors to lure unwitting victims into opening documents laden with malware. While the prevalence of attacks during this unprecedented time has been largely carried out by low-level fraudsters, the […]
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2020-07-30 04:01:23 | McAfee Defender\'s Blog: Operation North Star Campaign (lien direct) | 
Building Adaptable Security Architecture Against the Operation North Star Campaign Operation North Star Overview Over the last few months, we have seen attackers take advantage of the pandemic as a cover to launch cyberattacks. One such example is a campaign that McAfee Advanced Threat Research (ATR) observed as an increase in malicious cyber activity targeting […]
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2020-07-29 23:43:38 | How to Keep Your Data Safe From the Latest Phishing Scam (lien direct) |
As users, we’ll do just about anything to ensure that our devices run as efficiently as possible. This includes renewing subscriptions to online services we use daily. However, cybercriminals often take advantage of these tendencies as part of their malicious schemes. We saw this in action this week, as Tech Republic recounted two recent phishing […]
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2020-07-27 17:05:17 | Six Hundred Million Reasons to Celebrate: No More Ransom Turns FOUR!! (lien direct) | 
Happy Birthday! Today we mark the fourth anniversary of the NoMoreRansom initiative with over 4.2 million visitors, from 188 countries, stopping an estimated $632 million in ransom demands from ending up in criminals' pockets. It would be fair to say that the initiative, which started in a small meeting room in the Hague, has been […]
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2020-07-27 16:50:05 | Introducing MITRE ATT&CK in MVISION Cloud: Defend with Precision (lien direct) | 
The latest innovation in MVISION Cloud, the multi-cloud security platform for enterprise, introduces MITRE ATT&CK into the workflow for SOC analysts to investigate cloud threats and security managers to defend against future attacks with precision. Most enterprises use over 1,500 cloud services, generating millions of events, from login, to file share, to download and an […]
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2020-07-24 16:30:18 | Virtually Impossible to Miss McAfee at Black Hat 2020 (lien direct) | 
Black Hat 2020 is going virtual this year, providing attendees with the latest security research, development, and trends. Every year McAfee presents our latest security research and this year promises to be innovative and informative! You can expect insightful new findings from the McAfee Advanced Threat Research team. Also join us at the virtual booth […]
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2020-07-23 18:47:59 | Women in Sales Part 1: Opportunities for Women Across Cybersecurity Sales (lien direct) | 
Collaborative, inclusive teams are what redefine cybersecurity solutions for every aspect of our connected world. At McAfee, women are making a significant impact in cybersecurity, including all aspects of sales. Executive vice president of global sales and marketing, Lynne Doherty, shares her perspective on the importance of inclusion and leads us into the start of our Women in Sales series: “Fostering inclusion […]
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2020-07-23 14:53:58 | Hunting for Blues – the WSL Plan 9 Protocol BSOD (lien direct) | 
Windows Subsystem for Linux Plan 9 Protocol Research Overview This is the final blog in the McAfee research series trilogy on the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) implementation – see The Twin Journey (part 1) and Knock, Knock–Who's There (part 2). The previous research discussed file evasion attacks when the Microsoft P9 server can be […]
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