CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Since endpoints are the biggest entry point for breaches , businesses need to make sure they are protected with comprehensive endpoint security that includes next generation antivirus, endpoint protection, and endpoint detection and response. Mobile Threat Defense solutions are designed to protect mobile devices and these unique needs.

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Cytelligence

OCTOBER 5, 2023

CYPFER offers comprehensive endpoint protection solutions, including next-generation antivirus software and threat intelligence, to safeguard businesses from evolving threats. Attackers often exploit employees’ lack of awareness through social engineering techniques.

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SC Magazine

JUNE 24, 2021

A new blog post report has shone a light on the malicious practice known as voice phishing or vishing – a social engineering tactic that some cyber experts say has only grown in prominence since COVID-19 forced employees to work from home. (Ser Amantio di Nicolao, CC BY-SA 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons).

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

To do this, an attacker needs to spoof the victim’s phone number and impersonate a bank or company representative and then the bot would try to call the victim, using social engineering techniques to get ahold of a verification code. Phishing, Social Engineering are Still Problems. Best Antivirus Software for 2021.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 26, 2023

Common Types of Cyber Attacks Common techniques that criminal hackers use to penetrate systems include social engineering, password attacks, malware, and exploitation of software vulnerabilities. It uses psychological manipulation to trick users into making security mistakes or giving away sensitive information.”

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

4: Educate Yourself. Still, most attackers will use trusted methods such as phishing, ransomware, or social engineering. Start with a solid antivirus and make sure all your software tools are up to date. Cybersecurity attacks get more ingenious and clever every day. 5: Be Vigilant.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Major Breaches of 2023 Casino operator attacks: Casino giants MGM and Caesars were hit by disruptive cyberattacks in September involving concerning tactics such as social engineering. This signals a new era of cybercrime where private data becomes prized currency, putting every email address and credit card number at risk.

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Spinone

OCTOBER 10, 2019

Security Through Education Security Through Education is one of the best information security blogs. The main focus here is the social side of data loss. This blog educates about social engineering attacks and ways to prevent them. Antivirus Software 2019 The primary focus of this blog is antivirus software.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 31, 2022

To try and prevent cyber attacks including ransomware, it is always a good idea to keep systems up-to-date, activate 2FA authentication for access, use reliable antivirus software and always keep your guard up (awareness). About the author: Salvatore Lombardo. Twitter @Slvlombardo. Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

It was once the case that the majority of businesses could rely on a good firewall and antivirus solution. Indeed, while antivirus and firewall software do still play an important role in cybersecurity, they are not enough on their own. Today, things have changed significantly. Working with experts who understand your industry.

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Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Educate Yourself and Your Employees Stay informed about the latest threats and cybersecurity best practices. Educate yourself and your employees about phishing techniques, social engineering, and the importance of maintaining strong security measures.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 7, 2021

Thanks to the wide availability of information and open source code, and incentives like bug bounties, there are many routes into ethical hacking outside of traditional education. A degree in computer science or information security and a background in military intelligence can be useful but isn’t necessary.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

If no: Run the antivirus software to eliminate ransomware. Here are four simple measures: Educate your employees about social engineering techniques Purchase backup tools Purchase anti-ransomware software Alternatively, purchase a tool that backs up your data and eliminates ransomware at the same time.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 23, 2023

This method involves using emails, social media, instant messaging, and other platforms to manipulate users into revealing personal information or performing actions that can lead to network compromise, data loss, or financial harm. social engineering tactics and strange sender behaviors), they also use artificial intelligence algorithms.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 1, 2019

Social engineering, especially phishing, continues to trigger the vast majority of breach attempts. Despite billions of dollars spent on the latest, greatest antivirus suites, firewalls and intrusion detection systems, enterprises continue to suffer breaches that can be traced back to the actions of a single, unsuspecting employee.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 21, 2020

Local governments, small and medium-sized businesses, large international corporations, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions are the common targets. David Balaban is a computer security researcher with over 17 years of experience in malware analysis and antivirus software evaluation.

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SC Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2021

.” If these executives are tricked into giving away their passwords via malicious phishing pages – which are hosted on legitimate sites – then the criminals can use those passwords “for the purpose of conducting additional phishing attacks, gaining access to sensitive information or conducting other social engineering attacks.”

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

The growing risks leave us with the fact that cybersecurity education is not a matter of choice anymore – it’s a matter of necessity. Given that phishing accounts for 90% of data breaches , this simulation must be a part of every company’s security education. No hacking or programming experience is needed.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 12, 2023

Social Engineering Identity thieves manipulate victims’ emotions to get them to compromise their personal information. Secure Your Devices When filing your taxes online, use antivirus and anti-malware software on your computer, tablet, or smartphone. Remember, the IRS will never reach out to you through emails.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Phishing attackers are increasingly using social engineering techniques to personalize their attacks and target specific individuals or organizations. For example, attackers may research their victims on social media or other online sources to gather personal information that can be used to make their phishing emails more believable.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Install an antivirus solution that includes anti-adware capabilities. If your antivirus software fails to notice a new strain, you can reinstall the browser. User education is one of the most powerful tools for preventing malicious mobile apps. Phishing and Social Engineering. How to Defend Against Adware.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 13, 2023

Implementing endpoint protection solutions, including antivirus software, intrusion prevention systems, and device encryption, adds an extra layer of defense. According to a study by AV-TEST, organizations using comprehensive endpoint security solutions experienced a 100% detection rate for known malware.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

However companies should avoid being an easy target by having strict security policies, investing in staff security training, installing appropriate antivirus software and firewalls, and ensuring that computer systems and software are always kept up to date.

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NetSpi Executives

APRIL 27, 2024

Ransomware, a definition Ransomware is a set of malware technologies, hacking techniques, and social engineering tactics that cybercriminals use to cause harm, breach data, and render data unusable. Do antivirus and endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools stop ransomware? Increasingly, they also threaten to leak stolen data.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Despite all the advances in cybersecurity, email remains the starting point for the vast majority of cyberattacks, as phishing, malware and social engineering remain effective attack techniques. Why it matters: Phishing assaults remain a critical concern; strong protection and user education are required.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Russian software engineer Eugene Kaspersky’s frustration with the malware of the 80s and 90s led to the founding of antivirus and cybersecurity vendor Kaspersky Lab. Graham Cluley started as a videogame developer and antivirus programmer three decades ago before serving in senior roles at Sophos and McAfee.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

“Organizations will look to understand what apps employees are using, evaluate whether they should be paid for by the company (to control), accept the risk, or block the app… the company can choose to educate (through a warning page) or block the app entirely.”

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Cytelligence

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

Phishing: Phishing is a type of social engineering attack where cybercriminals trick people into giving away sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, and credit card details. Preventing cyber attacks involves a combination of technical, administrative, and educational measures. It includes viruses, worms, and Trojans.

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Spinone

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Keep your antivirus software up to date. However, don’t forget that even an updated antivirus may not detect advanced malware strains. Security education for employees is like preventive medicine: it works, but often delayed as a secondary concern. Backup your data with professional backup services.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 16, 2019

That’s why organizations in healthcare, finances, and education are the most attractive targets. Ransomcloud is not only a decrypting malware but a complex of social engineering tactics behind it. And here’s what may be a hint: A sense of urgency, which is a common social engineering tactic. Absolutely!

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Spinone

JANUARY 20, 2020

That is why hackers use social engineering tricks to pressure victims into paying a ransom. Public organizations Education, government, healthcare, finance, law enforcement – the occurrence of ransomware in these sectors is quadrupled in the past few years. Use antivirus. Use ransomware prevention services.

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Spinone

OCTOBER 4, 2019

That’s why organizations in healthcare, governance, finances, and education are the most attractive targets. Hackers come up with more sophisticated social engineering tactics. Antivirus programs don’t detect 100% of ransomware, and hackers are constantly finding new methods and tactics.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

While Office 365 automatically disables macros to prevent malware from entering the system, Cerber uses social engineering to trick the user into bypassing this security feature. It is also important to provide thorough security training for staff and educate them on the ways in which malware can infect files.

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SecureList

APRIL 27, 2021

The threat actor relied on VBS-based malware to infect organizations from government, NGO and education sectors. In February 2019, multiple antivirus companies received a collection of malware samples, most of them associated with various known APT groups. Other interesting discoveries. Final thoughts.

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ForAllSecure

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

I should also say that this when it does happen and again it's extremely, extremely rare when it does happen, It almost always involves some kind of social engineering. If we can open people's minds and educate them on some of these things that survivors are experiencing. I would consider that a win. So, what happens.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 21, 2023

For example, Malwarebytes asked ChatGPT to write the opening paragraph of a novel about an antiquated antivirus program that relies on signature-based detection to stop new and emerging threats. Here's what the program came back with: “The antivirus program blinked to life, its archaic interface flickering on the outdated CRT monitor.

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