The Last Watchdog

APRIL 3, 2023

Modern cyber attacks are ingenious — and traditional vulnerability management, or VM, simply is no longer very effective. The consequences of a cyber attack can be devastating; from a rapid drop in brand reputation to loss of business and sensitive data. Cyber attacks can also invite lawsuits and can even be fatal.

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Graham Cluley

OCTOBER 26, 2023

It's all too easy sometimes to imagine that a cyber attack is confined to the digital world, and that - although disruptive - it may not have serious consequences in real life. Maybe the attack which happened last week in New York will make you think differently. Read more in my article on the Hot for Security blog.

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Graham Cluley

MAY 23, 2023

The Indian manufacturing plant responsible for manufacturing Suzuki motorcycles has been forced to shut down following a cyber attack, with the loss of an estimated 20,000 vehicles. Read more in my article on the Hot for Security blog.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

The US Agriculture industry is only the latest victim of ransomware attacks – highlighting yet again the susceptibility of our supply chain to devastating cyber attacks. Considering recent cyber attacks on the water supply we need to rethink our conception of which industries and types of companies are at risk.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 20, 2021

Recently, a student’s negligence allowed Ryuk ransomware to get a free run into a biomolecular facility in Europe! The post Cyber Attack Simulation: Upgrade Your Training Tactic in 2021! The post Cyber Attack Simulation: Upgrade Your Training Tactic in 2021! appeared first on Kratikal Blogs.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 3, 2024

Today, we’re turning the spotlight on LockBit ransomware attacks and the unprecedented $15 million bounty offered by the U.S. International cooperation against ransomware is essential in combating cyber threats and safeguarding digital infrastructures worldwide. government to dismantle its operations.

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Heimadal Security

AUGUST 24, 2023

Cyber-attacks can come in many forms. In the world of cybersecurity, the terms “ransomware” and “malware” are often used interchangeably, leading to confusion about their distinct characteristics and implications. Understanding […] The post Ransomware Vs. Malware: What’s The Difference?

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 13, 2022

Ransomware is the most destructive kind of cyber attack due to the massive financial losses it inflicts on organisations worldwide. For this reason, experts have always advocated that threat hunting-led ransomware detection and prevention must be rigorously and actively […].

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 5, 2023

According to a report in The Register: "A ransomware infection at a cloud IT provider has disrupted services for 60 or so credit unions across the U.S., all of which were relying on the attacked vendor. federal agency. It's believed the cloud provider was infiltrated via the Citrix Bleed vulnerability."

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Graham Cluley

AUGUST 10, 2023

Rhysida is a Windows-based ransomware operation that has come to prominence since May 2023, after being linked to a series of high profile cyber attacks in Western Europe, North and South America, and Australia. Learn more in my article on the Tripwire State of Security blog.

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Heimadal Security

OCTOBER 15, 2021

It is believed that the issue was caused by a cyber-attack. The post University of Sunderland Faced Operation Issues Following a Cyber-attack appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. The post University of Sunderland Faced Operation Issues Following a Cyber-attack appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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Quick Heal Antivirus

JUNE 17, 2021

The post Breaches and Incidents: Top 5 Cyber-attacks in Quarter 1 – 2021 appeared first on Quick Heal Blog | Latest computer security news, tips, and advice. The second wave of the pandemic has hit India hard from a cybersecurity perspective. There has been a.

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Heimadal Security

JULY 25, 2023

Heimdal is offering NHS Trusts free ransomware protection licenses to tackle the rising wave of cyber-attacks. The public sector’s battle with bad actors escalated this month when the UK’s largest NHS trust confirmed a ransomware incident. We’re proactively helping the NHS limit reduce the likelihood of future attacks.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 6, 2022

.” Nordex did not disclose technical details of the cyberattack, but the fact that it was forced to shut down part of its IT infrastructure suggests that it fell victim to a ransomware attack. In November another manufacturer of wind turbines was hit by a cyber attack, it was the Danish wind turbine giant Vestas Wind Systems.

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Heimadal Security

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Coming back to your laptop only to find all your data encrypted and a defiant message on your screen asking you for money in return might probably be one of the scariest scenarios related to cyber-attacks. If you’re “lucky” enough to get targeted by cybercriminals, you might find out that Maze ransomware is even more […].

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Heimadal Security

JANUARY 6, 2023

It has been over a year since the Cloudstar ransomware attack, and Stephen Millstein, the CEO of Certified Title Corporation, still feels “something like PTSD” whenever he recalls what happened. The post Looking Back: Reflections on the Cloudstar Ransomware Attack and Its Impact appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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Heimadal Security

DECEMBER 20, 2022

The Play ransomware gang has claimed a cyber attack on H-Hotels (h-hotels.com). The post Play Ransomware Gang Hits German Hotel Chain appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. Across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, H-Hotels operates 60 hotels with 9,600 rooms. The cyberattack occurred on Sunday, […].

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 19, 2021

REvil ransomware group having history of launching sophisticated cyber attacks on Kaseya software; JBS Meat and Travelex this year are experiencing strange events these days. The gang’s payment portal and data leak blog have been hacked by some other group throwing the developers into jeopardy.

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Heimadal Security

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

A cyber-attack on KP Snacks caused supply chain disruptions across […]. The post Ransomware Attack Against KP Snacks appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. With over 2,000 workers and yearly sales of more than $600 million, KP Snack represents a tempting target for threat actors. What Happened?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 10, 2022

Ragnar Locker Ransomware, notorious hacking group that spreads file encrypting malware to large-scale organizations, has hit a security firm this time and stole data to prove it’s worth. Subex, a telecom analytics firm, remained silent on the cyber attack and divulged details only after a thorough investigation gets concluded.

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Quick Heal Antivirus

MAY 6, 2024

Cyber attackers keep hunting for vulnerabilities, finding ways. appeared first on Quick Heal Blog. Let’s face it: the digital landscape is a treacherous realm. The post Can You Outsmart Cybercriminals? Stay One Step Ahead with a Powerful Antivirus Solution!

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Graham Cluley

MAY 26, 2023

Bad enough for your company to be held to ransom after a cyber attack. Worse still to then have one of your own employees exploit the attack in an attempt to steal the ransom for themselves. Read more in my article on the Tripwire State of Security blog.

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Krebs on Security

MAY 31, 2022

Costa Rica’s national health service was hacked sometime earlier this morning by a Russian ransomware group known as Hive. The intrusion comes just weeks after Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves declared a state of emergency in response to a data ransom attack from a different Russian ransomware gang — Conti.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 19, 2022

Experts have warned that the Russia-Ukraine conflict poses an unprecedented cyber risk for U.S. Governments and Municipalities at Risk of Foreign Nation Cyber Attacks appeared first on Security Boulevard. organizations as well as State and local governments and municipalities. The post Local U.S.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Rampant Ransomware Attacks On November 8, 2023, U.S. arm of China’s largest bank, fell victim to a ransomware attack, disrupting certain systems. Reports indicate that the attack, linked to a Citrix vulnerability known as “CitrixBleed,” was orchestrated by the LockBit group.

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Heimadal Security

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

Analyzing how ransomware operators choose their targets makes it possible to better understand the types of companies these threat actors have on their list. The post What Are Ransomware Operators Looking For? appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. Key Findings According […]. Key Findings According […].

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Heimadal Security

APRIL 29, 2021

The rail network became recently the victim of a ransomware attack lead by Lockbit. The threat actor used the Merserayl email system in order to email employees and journalists about the attack. We can confirm that Merseyrail was recently subject to a cyber-attack. A full investigation has […].

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2021

Google has issued a warning on the evolving ransomware threats and said that tech companies should step up forward and control them with the latest technology. Using Google Chromebook as a defense against file-encrypting malware attacks makes complete sense says, Phil.

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Graham Cluley

APRIL 18, 2024

The international hotel chain Omni Hotels & Resorts has confirmed that a cyber attack last month saw it shut down its systems, with hackers stealing personal information about its customers. Read more in my article on the Exponential-E blog.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 16, 2021

Ransomware can start cyber warfare! The post Ransomware is the New-age Atomic Bomb appeared first on Kratikal Blogs. The post Ransomware is the New-age Atomic Bomb appeared first on Kratikal Blogs. The post Ransomware is the New-age Atomic Bomb appeared first on Security Boulevard. This is why.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 17, 2021

The CNA ransomware attack that made the news in March this year has an extension to the story. The insurance giant revealed that the organization suffered a data breach following the ransomware attack. The post 75,000+ Customers Affected in CNA Ransomware Attack appeared first on Kratikal Blogs.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 22, 2024

The increase in work-from-home for employees has led to multiple cyber attacks, data breaches, and financial fraud. A significant breach is observed in consumer data encryption during a ransomware attack. Data Exposed appeared first on Kratikal Blogs. Data Exposed appeared first on Kratikal Blogs.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 6, 2021

Ransomware Attacks Double and Evolve Year-on-year! Security researchers have uncovered that year-on-year ransomware attacks are doubling in number. The post Top 5 Ransomware Attacks to Watch Out for in 2021 appeared first on Kratikal Blog. According to a report from.

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Security Affairs

MAY 23, 2023

The German automotive and arms manufacturer Rheinmetall announced it was victim of a Black Basta ransomware attack that took place last month. The company this week announced it was victim of a ransomware attack conducted by the Black Basta ransomware group.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 10, 2022

The Vice Society group has claimed responsibility for the ransomware attack that hit the Italian city of Palermo forcing the IT admins to shut down its infrastructure. The Vice Society ransomware group has claimed responsibility for the recent cyber attack that hit the city of Palermo in the South of Italy.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 12, 2019

In the last year, the news media has been full of stories about vicious cyber breaches on municipal governments. From Atlanta to Baltimore to school districts in Louisiana, cyber criminals have launched a wave of ransomware attacks on governments across the country.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 8, 2023

Stay protected from the rising threat of supply chain cyber attacks and ransomware attacks. The post Ransomware and Supply Chain Attacks: How to Protect Your Business From the Rising Threat of Third-Party Attacks appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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