# DAO News | MOVEit Security Breach | Lensverse Updates

> All-Hands Meeting This Monday 5:00 pm EDT / 9:00 pm UTC

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**Published on:** 2023-06-19
**Categories:** web3 academy dao, lens protocol, web3
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DAO NewsJoin us for our weekly DAO All-Hands Meeting Monday, June 19, at 5:00 pm EDT / 9:00pm UTC. We will continue talking about restructuring the DAO and we would love to hear your input! We are working on the DAO's social media, starting with being more active on Twitter. Please support your fellow DAO members by liking, retweeting, and commenting on the DAO's posts. Sharing is caring and every little bit helps! Take care and we hope to see you at the DAO All-Hands Meeting Monday, June 19, at 5:00 pm EDT / 9:00pm UTCMOVEit File Transfer Breach SpreadingA global cybersecurity wake-up call in the makingPhoto 212388334 | Cybersecurity © Nicoelnino | Dreamstime.comChatGPT assisted. MOVEit File Transfer Breach Quickly Spreading Do you have MOVEit Transfer software? What is it? It is a managed file transfer software. MOVEit is a product of Progress. If you have it, you are one of the thousands globally that use this software to ensure visibility and file transfer control transfer capabilities. You can use this program in the Cloud, on-premises, or sales as a service. In addition, MOVEit gives your business protection for compliance standards. Moreover, this powerful software ensures the reliability of your core business processes and protection against the transfer of sensitive data.The MOVEit File Transfer BreachBut…even the best software can be hacked. The below title is what I found on TechCrunch.U.S. confirms federal agencies hit by MOVEit breach.You have heard me speak of breaches before. For example, I told of the COMB data leak. The MOVEit breach is different. Breaches are serious stuff. I read in Forbes that millions of people in Louisiana, Oregon, and the U.S. Agency had their personal data stolen. Reports say that the numbers are increasing dramatically from users and government agencies. Is there a list that tells who the victims are? Still waiting.Weaknesses RevealedHowever, Forbes does say the following: “Hackers on Thursday continued to target weaknesses in the file transfer software MOVEit to hit several government agencies in the latest string of attacks that have also hit the Shell oil company, the BBC, British Airways, John Hopkins University, and other institutions. Officials with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency said the government hasn’t received any extortion demands or observed any data leaks, and users of MOVEit can now install a patch to eliminate the software vulnerability used by hackers.” Progress has posted this news alert on their home page: PRODUCT ADVISORY: MOVEit Transfer and MOVEit Cloud Vulnerability, click for mitigation measures and patch information. The below YouTube video will certainly open your eyes to the lack of remorse of hackers. As I mentioned, Louisiana and Oregon are not the only states with compromised bank records, driver’s licenses, and state I.D.s. Illinois, Minnesota, and Missouri state governments have now been added to the increasing list of victims. Recently, U.S. federal agencies, as well. Conclusion In conclusion, the widespread use of Progress’s MOVEit Transfer software has created a vast, global landscape for potential data breaches. A cyberattack on this managed file transfer software has affected millions of users and significant institutions worldwide, including multiple U.S. state governments, Shell, the BBC, British Airways, and John Hopkins University. Despite these alarming incidents, no extortion demands or data leaks have been reported yet. Progress has released a patch to rectify the software vulnerability, indicating a hopeful stride toward robust cyber defenses. However, the ever-expanding list of victims underscores the importance of being ever-vigilant. Computer security is vital. It would be best if you took it upon yourself to practice safety wisely by following the advice of experts. Breaches highlight how relentless and sophisticated cyber criminals can be. As you progress into technological advances, thank your lucky stars for the convenience the technology brings. But it would be best if you also considered the risks that are involved and managed. Future discussions must focus not only on resolving the current crisis but also on how to prevent similar incidents, ensuring the security of our increasingly digital and interconnected world.🌿💫 Lens and LensVerse UpdatesLens Protocol is moving quickly, as usual, on track to becoming a fully decentralized protocol. We've expanded the thread below. 👇 Lens Protocol @LensProtocol We're proud to introduce Lens Improvement Proposals (LIPs). This open, collaborative process will guide the future development of Lens Protocol. 768 12:22 PM • Jun 15, 2023 🧵 👇 Read the Thread 👇We're proud to introduce Lens Improvement Proposals (LIPs). This open, collaborative process will guide the future development of Lens Protocol. Taking inspiration from the successful Ethereum Improvement Proposals (EIPs) and Aave Improvement Proposals (AIPs), LIPs takes a step towards decentralized governance. The LIPs process will foster an inclusive, transparent, and collaborative environment. You will find how to participate in LIPs in the Lens Protocol’s GitHub repository, which streamlines the community participation process. It gives anyone the chance to submit proposals and promotes open discussion. Let's dive into the first three proposals that are live today. LIP-0: Establishing an Open Governance Model. A process where the Lens community can propose improvements to Lens Protocol. From the submission of proposals to transparent discussions — we aim to foster an open, collaborative, and inclusive decision-making governance model. LIP-1: Open Standards for Algorithms. A proposal to establish open standards for algorithms — based on the open Lens data layer — that will encourage the development of third-party algorithms and diverse experiences and provide user choice. LIP-2: Open Standards for Metadata. An initiative to establish metadata standards for Lens Protocol, promoting transparency, interoperability, and user empowerment.Take a deep dive into LIPs in their blog:https://mirror.xyzIntroducing Lens Improvement Proposals (LIPs)Introducing Lens Improvement Proposals (LIPs), an open and collaborative process that aims to steer the future development of Lens Protocol.Follow Lens on Twitter: @LensProtocol (Remember-The official Lens Protocol has a blue check mark. Always check for security!)🦋 Buttrfly is Now Available on The App Store Buttrfly @buttrfly_app 1/ Buttrfly is now available on the App Store! Experience a new and enhanced browsing experience on Lens Protocol. 89 11:14 AM • Jun 15, 2023 Buttrfly @buttrfly_app 2/ Explore feeds based on trending content and media types, including music, photos, and videos. Available on both your home and explore screens! 8 11:14 AM • Jun 15, 2023 Buttrfly @buttrfly_app 3/ Discover curated profiles like musicians, photographers, and more. 5 11:14 AM • Jun 15, 2023 Buttrfly @buttrfly_app 4/ Message your contacts and other users using @xmtp_ , and stay up to date with all your notifications. 6 11:14 AM • Jun 15, 2023 🔖 A DOers To-DAO List🎳 Listen to Making Bank: A Bankless DAO Podcast on the Bankless DAO Card Making Bank Podcast @makingbankpod In this episode, we delved into what exactly ''Bankless card'' is, who it is for, and what its purpose is. Listen here rss.com/podcasts/makin… #GoingBankless #BanklessCard rss.com Making Bank: A BanklessDAO Podcast - Bankless Card: the Affinity Card for DAOs | Project update... Today’s guest is Al Mithani (aka Links), Project Champion for Bankless Card. Bankless Card seeks to bridge the user experience chasm between web3 and the real world safely and easily.Frequent... 3 2:11 AM • Jun 15, 2023 Listen to The Podcast🌿 Listen to Stani From Lens on Culture3 Podcast Culture3 @culture3xyz From finance to connecting with friends online, Stani explains how blockchain is going to change the internet — and how it can bring about deeper human connection Tap for the pod, with @leonasskau open.spotify.com Stani Kulechov on why web3 finance and social media will change the world Listen to this episode from Curation, by Culture3 on Spotify. Stani Kulechov is one of the most important blockchain entrepreneurs. Creator of web3's most important financial and social media tools,... 3 8:45 AM • Jun 14, 2023 Listen to The Podcast🌿 Follow us on Lens!Follow The Web3 Academy DAO on Lens @W3ADAO.Lens and our Writers @Borlokva.Lens & @CandyToyBox.Lens📆 Web3 Academy DAO Weekly Events🎯Don’t forget the DAO’s weekly events!🌟 We need you to make the DAO successful!🎯 Monday:DAO All-Hands Meeting 9:00 pm UTC / 5:00 pm EDT📓 Tuesday:DAO Writer’s Guild Meeting 9:00 pm UTC / 5:00 pm EDT🎤 Wednesday:Web3 News Chat—Weekly Rollup Podcast Prep 4:00 pm UTC / 11 am EDT🤳Subscribe to our Calendar for DAO Events!Subscribe to our calendars and keep up with what’s happening around Web3 Academy DAO and the Web3 Academy Community!W3A DAO CALENDARW3A COMMUNITY CALENDAR🐥 Follow Us on Twitter!Please follow us on Twitter Web3 Academy DAO and our members contributing to this week’s newsletter—@VanessaG, @Yakuza, @CandyToyBoxYT1, @Borlokva, @19charles54

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