eSecurity Planet

APRIL 6, 2023

Ransomware is a type of malicious program, or malware, that encrypts files, documents and images on a computer or server so that users cannot access the data. Ransomware is the most feared cybersecurity threat and with good reason: Its ability to cripple organizations by locking their data is a threat like no other.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 5, 2023

The City of Dallas, Texas, was forced to shut down police communications and IT systems on Monday morning, May 1, due to a suspected ransomware attack. Subsequently, the City has confirmed that a number of servers have been compromised with ransomware, impacting several functional areas, including the Dallas Police Department Website."

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Jane Frankland

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Cybersecurity can often feel like a game of cat and mouse where cyber attackers and defenders engage in a chase, with one party trying to outsmart the other. Just like in previous years, 2024 is set to test practitioners’ skills as the frequency of cyber threats continues to surge leaving no room for complacency.

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Webroot

JUNE 2, 2022

The cyber threat landscape keeps evolving at lightning-speed. According to the latest 2022 BrightCloud® Threat Report , small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are particularly vulnerable to becoming a victim of a ransomware attack. Ransomware, malware and phishing threats keep evolving.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 7, 2022

From advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) to the continued evolution of ransomware and cyberattacks, the coming year is sure to bring significant developments in the world of cybersecurity. This will put even more pressure on businesses to find and hire the talent they need to protect themselves from cyber threats.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

Kinsing threat actors probed the Looney Tunables flaws in recent attacks ZDI discloses four zero-day flaws in Microsoft Exchange Okta customer support system breach impacted 134 customers Multiple WhatsApp mods spotted containing the CanesSpy Spyware Russian FSB arrested Russian hackers who supported Ukrainian cyber operations MuddyWater has been spotted (..)

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 1, 2021

Agency for International Development (USAID) to launch phishing campaigns against a broad array of targets. ” SecureWorks Sees Similar Threats. ” SecureWorks Sees Similar Threats. Now the group is back with the USAID phishing campaign. … Attacks are more difficult to spot on mobile.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Build a playbook for ransomware response and recovery. Cyber Resilience Review (CRR) : The CRR assessment evaluates your organization’s operational resilience and cybersecurity practices. Phishing Campaign Assessment (PCA) : Evaluates an organization’s susceptibility and reaction to phishing emails.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2024

Nonprofits often juggle tight budgets and unique operational demands, making it even more difficult to keep sensitive information safe—but here's the thing: you don't need a fortune to build a strong defense against the possible cyber threats out there. Because of this, it's crucial to understand the types of threats nonprofits face.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 18, 2022

In 2023, ‘knowing thy enemy’ in cyber will be more complicated than ever before – but it is critical that organizations remain aware of the realities of cyber risk and cease to focus on the ‘boogie man’ of the internet that features in sensationalist reporting. 4 – Ransomware rushes to the cloud.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

The threat which was mentioned the most in responses to the survey was phishing. This is no surprise as phishing is often the prelude to more serious threats like ransomware, breaches, and BEC scams. Some 67 percent of respondents highlighted it as their main worry for their organization.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 30, 2022

Given this fact, businesses should note the growing number of security issues and cyber threats. Ransomware, the attack on management consoles, and whale phishing continue to spread across new attack surfaces in organizations. In the case of ransomware, should the organization pay the ransom? Distortion or reality?

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Centraleyes

APRIL 9, 2024

The proactive measures enforced by these laws, including investments in robust cybersecurity, comprehensive employee training, and compliance adherence, create a formidable defense against cyber threats. The average ransomware attack cost increased by 13% from the previous year, reaching USD 5.13 or USD 470,000.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 19, 2023

All of this makes it more difficult for organizations to protect themselves from new and emerging cyber threats. Additionally, cybercriminals may be able to use inflation to their advantage, such as by sending phishing emails that appear to be from legitimate companies offering discounts or assistance.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Especially because Accenture was hit with ransomware this year. On page 34 of the report, Accenture dives into the risk that cyber poses to the business. But how does Accenture explain these cyber threats to its connected way of doing business around the globe? L egal, reputational and financial risks?

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Duo's Security Blog

JUNE 21, 2021

The advancing ransomware business is a threat not just for the big guys, but for organizations of every size. According to Verizon’s most recent Data Breach Incident Report , instances of advanced ransomware have doubled in the past year, alongside major upticks in phishing attacks and social engineering.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Trojans like Emotet and Agent Tesla can infiltrate deep into your organization, silently stealing sensitive information, while ransomware like LockBit can bring your entire business to a sudden, grinding halt. Cybercriminals love RDP and for many years guessing RDP passwords was the number one method of entry for ransomware gangs.

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