CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 16, 2023

School districts are constantly being targeted by cyber attacks, leading to data breaches and information misuse. So, to those who are worried about the privacy of student info, here are some tips to protect it from prying eyes.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 6, 2024

Traditionally, cybersecurity has been a reactive game: We respond to cyber threats as they arise, analyze the incidents, add pertinent information to “deny lists”, and update stakeholders on “what happened.” Early Threat Detection Understanding attacker infrastructure is the key to not just reactive but true, proactive threat intelligence.

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BH Consulting

APRIL 18, 2024

ENISA, the EU’s cybersecurity agency, forecasts that supply chain attacks are the top emerging threat. Its Foresight Cybersecurity Threats for 2030 report describes this as “an after-effect of the expanding integration of third-party suppliers and partners in the supply chain, leading to new vulnerabilities and opportunities for attacks”.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In the rapidly evolving realm of global cybersecurity, there has been a growing alarm regarding China's military cyber prowess. An increase in documented cyber incidents implies that the People's Liberation Army is ramping up its attempts to breach vital U.S. It is difficult to protect yourself against that imbalance.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 21, 2021

In fact, small businesses are more susceptible to security breaches and cyberattacks because most often they dont expect the attack, thus are unprepared to handle the situation. Back in 2018, almost two-thirds of the small businesses suffered from cyber security attacks. . Protecting your data is very simple.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 21, 2021

A data breach can potentially cripple your organization, so it’s crucial to set up firewalls and prop up valuable cyber defenses to protect sensitive data. However, not all cyber attacks occur digitally. Get started with these essential tips: . Train your employees.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

A 6-step plan for adopting a cyber resilience strategy meant to keep businesses safe. IDC looked into the data and past the alarming headlines with million-dollar ransom payments and crippling supply chain attacks. So IDC also compiled tips for communicating with businesses. The 4 reasons why cyber resilience makes sense.

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Webroot

AUGUST 27, 2021

When the Institute for Security & Technology’s Ransomware Task Force published its report on combatting ransomware this spring, the Colonial Pipeline, JBS meatpacking and Kaseya VSA attacks were still around the corner. It also provides a number of helpful tips businesses of all sizes can enact to protect themselves against ransomware.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 29, 2023

World Backup Day 2023: Five Essential Cyber Hygiene Tips madhav Thu, 03/30/2023 - 05:54 World Backup Day , celebrated each year on March 31st, is a day created to promote backing up data from your devices. Using the default settings or allowing permissions without thinking can lead to data being shared or stolen.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 14, 2021

Some people still think that Apple computers have some “magic” inside to be protected from any viruses, and their speed will always be on the highest level. In this guide, we will share useful tips that will help you to increase cybersecurity and improve the performance of your Mac computer.

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Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 28, 2020

26, KrebsOnSecurity began following up on a tip from a reliable source that an aggressive Russian cybercriminal gang known for deploying ransomware was preparing to disrupt information technology systems at hundreds of hospitals, clinics and medical care facilities across the United States. Today, officials from the FBI and the U.S.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Cyber liability and crime insurance are like a safety net for businesses, but they're not perfect. They can help you recover from a cyberattack, but there are some key things you need to know about these policies before you buy one. Third, cyber risks are constantly evolving, and insurance companies may not be able to keep up.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 25, 2024

Due to the attack, thousands of street lamps remained illuminated throughout the day, wasting significant energy and money. However, the lighting issue was just the tip of the iceberg. This is due to a technical issue connected to the recent cyber attack, when we were forced to shut down our IT systems.

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Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 28, 2020

In August, Gunnebo said it had successfully thwarted a ransomware attack, but this week it emerged that the intruders stole and published online tens of thousands of sensitive documents — including schematics of client bank vaults and surveillance systems. Acting on a tip from Milwaukee, Wis.-based

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 3, 2023

CISA of the United States has issued a warning to all public and private entities to stay away from the Royal Ransomware group. They issued an advisory as a part of StopRansomware Campaign and issued some tips that help raise the defense-line against such cyber threats. More details are awaited!

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

Small businesses are more vulnerable to cyber-attacks since hackers view them as easy victims to target. While this may seem unlikely, statistics reveal that more than half of these businesses experienced some form of cyber-attack in 2022. What drives more cybersecurity attacks on small businesses?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

No one likes to think their company might be hit by a cyber attack or breach, but the truth is cybercrime is one of the biggest threats your organization can face. If you suffer a breach, the loss of data is only the first of many issues you will be facing. Then we went and found them for you.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

But now the British enthusiast is seen busy fending off attacks from hackers having the intention to steal currency from him and put a dent to his business and its reputation. He just asked her to use a remote data wiping software on her next iPhone. The identity of the hacker/s group has been withheld due to reason.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Studies show that human error is the root cause of more than 80% of all cyber breaches, whether malicious or unintended. Based on Ransomlooker, a free Cybernews tool for monitoring the dark web and other hidden areas of the internet, 64% of organizations have already suffered from a ransomware attack.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

As hackers and cyber crooks are always on a prowl of vulnerable of those who can be targeted easily by email scams, messages, malware or phishing attacks. However, users need to be cautious while clicking on links sent via emails from unknown senders, as they can be laced with malicious malware links.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 5, 2023

In today’s digital age, companies face an ever-increasing number of cyber threats. The reality is that no organization is immune to cyber attacks, regardless of its size or industry. So, how can lean security teams defend against cyber threats?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

As technology advances, cybercriminals are finding more sophisticated means to attack businesses online. Besides reputational damage, cybersecurity attacks also lead to operational disruptions that lead to loss of revenue. Here are ways businesses can stay ahead of cybersecurity attacks. Encryption and data backup.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free for you in your email box. Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press.

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Adam Levin

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

As if cybersecurity weren’t already a red-letter issue, the United States and, most likely, its allies–in other words, the global economic community–are in Iran’s cyber sites, a major player in cyber warfare and politically divisive disinformation campaigns. More Phishing Attacks. More Disinformation.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 30, 2023

Data is the mainstay of the digital economy and it continues to grow, not only in volume but also in value. However, data is as vulnerable as it is valuable, and World Backup Day on Friday, March 31st, is a welcome reminder of the need to have a well thought out data protection strategy in place.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

What would the consequences be if such an event happens were to happen on Black Friday, Cyber Monday, or during the holiday shopping season? Retailers started the century as the prime targets for cyber attackers looking for credit card data. Of course, the common attack method is phishing, and its related form, whaling.

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SecureList

JUNE 23, 2022

These reports provide analysis on specific malware families or new samples, describe the activities of a particular ransomware group, give general tips on how to prevent ransomware from working, and so on. Our main goal is to help with understanding how ransomware groups generally operate and how to defend against their attacks.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 6, 2021

Technology advancements have made it relatively easy for many employees to carry out their regular job duties from the comfort of their home. As a remote worker, it is imperative to take measures to protect yourself and your employer online. It is essential to ensure that all accounts are protected with strong passwords.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 18, 2023

Microsoft confirmed that the recent outages to the Azure, Outlook, and OneDrive services were caused by cyber attacks. A collective known as Anonymous Sudan (aka Storm-1359) claimed responsibility for the DDoS attacks that hit the company’s services. ” reads the report published by the company.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Retailers are becoming more vulnerable to cyber threats, especially as the industry continues to digitize and more e-commerce businesses emerge. More technology being used to increase operational efficiency means retailers face a higher risk of cyber incidents. Adequate protection should be in place to discourage hackers.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

The vulnerabilities and challenges associated with declining worker mental health is causing cybersecurity risks to increase, especially from insider threats. Mental health cyber risks. When an employee is struggling, they may reach a tipping point and become an insider threat. Steeper leadership challenges.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 18, 2021

Online shopping, mobile banking, even accessing your e-mails — all these can expose you to cyber threats. The good news is you can protect yourself against all these threats, without having to be too tech savvy. Everything connected to the internet is vulnerable to cyber attacks. Keep All Your Devices Up to Date.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Malware leaps from the darkness to envelop our lives in a cloak of stolen information, lost data and worse. And darkness we found – from million-dollar ransoms to supply chain attacks, these malware variants were The 6 Nastiest Malware of 2021. But to know your enemy is to defeat your enemy. Cobalt Strike.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JUNE 26, 2023

Small and Medium Businesses Day: Tips on Securing the Backbone of National Economies madhav Tue, 06/27/2023 - 05:46 The United Nations General Assembly designated 27 June as Micro-, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises Day to raise awareness of these businesses’ contribution to national economies.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 3, 2023

Every technology that enables our cyber teams to pinpoint and resolve threats and prevent attacks more quickly and accurately also benefits cybercriminals. For cyber professionals, awareness is the first and perhaps most important step toward breaking out of this cycle.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Employees are constantly overloaded with the ‘we need to be more secure’ mantra from their employers but, as found in our recent report, out of the 67% of employees who had security training in the last two years, only 36% applied these tips and techniques to their core role. Progression is the future.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Cyber Defense team. The strategy aims to keep critical data secure within high-risk environments. With cyber capabilities of other nation states continuously improving and evolving. The United States is aiming to meet the cyber security challenge head-on by updating the zero trust, trust and verify approach.

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