SecureWorld News

JUNE 9, 2025

Most aviation processes are heavily digitized, and in the wake of new cyber threats, airlines and the broader sector must prioritize cybersecurity more than ever before. There has been an alarming surge in cyberattacks against airlines, airports, and air traffic management systems.

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Cisco Security

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

This intensification of our digital life, with shopping, work, leisure, and several other activities that we were able to take into the networks, just shed more light on a confrontation that needs to be collective and global – the fight against cyber threats and crimes.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

According to the latest ISACA State of Security 2021 report , social engineering is the leading cause of compromises experienced by organizations. Findings from the Verizon 2021 Data Breach Investigations Report also point to social engineering as the most common data breach attack method. Invest in security awareness training.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 22, 2022

2021 was a breakout year for ransomware, growing 105% and exceeding 623.3 million attacks, according to SonicWall’s 2022 Cyber Threat Report. Additional research from Sophos showed that ransom payments increased to an average of $812,360 in 2021, while the average cost to remediate an attack was $1.4

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Security Boulevard

MAY 12, 2021

The Babuk cyber threat gang, discovered in 2021, has been targeting various sectors. To mention one of the recent cyber incidents related to […]. The post Babuk Gang: The Rising Threat on Cyber Security Landscape appeared first on Kratikal Blogs.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

February 24, 2021 – Netwrix, a cybersecurity vendor that makes data security easy , today announced findings for the healthcare sector from its global 2021 Netwrix Cloud Data Security Report. . As a result, new avenues for cyber threats opened up. IRVINE, Calif.,

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 26, 2021

million people, and job satisfaction got a substantial boost, according to the newly-published 2021 (ISC) 2 Cybersecurity Workforce Study. For 2021, our study estimates there are 4.19 Additionally, 49% of respondents would invest in security awareness training for everyone in the organization. million to 2.7

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 13, 2021

According to Tech.co , a 2021 study found that users now need to track 100 passwords across their various web accounts. Each of those incidents cost an average of $692,531 for organizations to contain in 2021. Organizations can incorporate such news into their security awareness training programs to phase out passwords where they can.

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Webroot

MAY 25, 2021

After all, if a security product is effective, then that means few or no cyberattacks should be getting through the lines of defense to the actual infrastructure. Phishing and business email compromise are still top security concerns , but they’re surprisingly preventable at the end user level.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

With analysis from over 3,500 companies spread across the world, the almanac details key trends in 2021 and how they can shape the outlook for 2022. According to the almanac, in 2021, investment in cybersecurity more than doubled from the previous year. A total of $29.3

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SecureWorld News

JULY 13, 2023

Organizations operating in today's interconnected world face significant cyber threats which necessitate constant vigilance in safeguarding their sensitive data and digital assets. This involves implementing multiple security measures to fortify systems against diverse cyber threats.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 28, 2024

A well-trained workforce, not just security awareness but the SOC and networking teams, can serve as the first line of defense against cyber threats, reducing the likelihood of breaches and minimizing potential damages. CISOs are key players in protecting their organizations from cyber threats.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 18, 2021

If 2020 and 2021 saw security convergence gain wider acceptance among enterprises and small/medium businesses, 2022 is set to see the trend accelerate and impact many previously ‘standalone’ aspects of cyber and physical security. Raising security awareness. Smart locks and access control .

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 30, 2023

Utilize real-world examples, case studies, and industry benchmarks to drive home the importance of investing in cybersecurity defense and creating a culture where everyone plays a role in protecting the organization from cyber threats.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

EMV: Ruston Miles, founder and chief strategy officer at Bluefin Payment Systems, said smaller retailers in particular have to understand that EMV alone is not enough – it can reduce the successful use of fraudulent cards at the point of sale, but it won’t prevent the POS device from leaking data as a result of malware or other cyber threats.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 8, 2022

In September 2021, Cybersecurity Ventures anticipated in a report that the total global cybersecurity spending would exceed a staggering $1.75 They say that the best defense against cyber threats is in an organization’s security culture. trillion by 2025.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 27, 2021

In today's connected environment, there are a large number of evolving cyber threats putting your organization at risk. And there is something else: there is always something new to learn about cyber threats. Security awareness and how you talk about cybersecurity. I know everybody uses surveys. deep fakes.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

What makes this attack impressive is not the port to Linux, even if it’s undeniably rare and noticeable, but more the use of the malware in actual attacks on multiple targets, including security-aware organizations. Further reading: Top Vulnerability Management Tools for 2021. A New Weapon for APTs.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

In fact, the World Economic Forum (WEF) projects that by 2021: Global cybercrime costs could total approximately $6 trillion in the US. Good cyber hygiene isn’t only about software and systems. Although not formally included in the tech stack, education and security awareness is critical to any successful cybersecurity strategy.

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Jane Frankland

OCTOBER 1, 2021

” His statement couldn’t be truer and as I chaired the European Security Forum 2021 in London this week, I was amazed at how the theme of unlearning what we know glued together (figuratively speaking) all the other speakers’ presentations. How to communicate to a whole new set of stakeholders? Whatever it is, one thing is clear.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 2, 2023

(Source: IBM Security: Cost of a Data Breach Report 2023) According to recent research, the number of phishing attacks vastly outpaces all other cyber threats. In 2021 alone, estimated adjusted losses from BEC totaled $2.4 billion USD globally.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 13, 2023

While the distractions and the substantial bandwidth strains associated with following the annual NCAA Tournament can damage organizations, mobile security threats have proven to be a more dangerous issue that organizations of all sizes should be particularly wary about. Mobile phishing attacks are on the rise.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

As tactics change, the sophistication of threat actors increases, and new vulnerabilities are constantly discovered, security operations teams are stretched to the limit investigating and remediating each incident. Email remains one of the most highly leveraged attack vectors.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 28, 2021

By combining the power, speed, and scale of the Arctic Wolf Platform and the company’s pioneering Concierge Delivery model, Arctic Wolf empowers its customers to effectively strengthen their security postures in an increasingly consequential cyber threat landscape. © 2021 Arctic Wolf Networks, Inc., All Rights Reserved.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 10, 2022

Our vision is to help our growing customer base fend off the latest cyber threats with a leading technology platform built to end cyber risk.”. The Arctic Wolf Security Operations Cloud has scaled to meet demand across a global footprint. trillion security events and 1.3 © 2022 Arctic Wolf Networks, Inc.,

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

million in 2021 , and these figures will likely increase with time. Sometimes small businesses will need to pay to compensate customers, investigate the attack, or implement additional security measures – all of which add up to more financial costs. trillion by 2025.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Phishing is respondents’ top security concern, cited by 55%, followed by network intrusion and ransomware. About 41% of security team members lack security certifications, although they are an employment requirement in more than half of organizations surveyed.

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Spinone

JULY 29, 2020

IT security is one of the most fast-paced industries in the world. million unfilled cybersecurity jobs by 2021. There is clearly a demand for skilled security professionals. So let’s take a look at some of the most common IT security roles and what it takes to fit into them. An estimation shows that there will be 3.5

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Spinone

JULY 24, 2019

Microsoft Office 365 Security Best Practices for 2021 This list is built depending on previously mentioned 4 pillars and best practices our clients use to protect their data. It will help you customize your Office 365 security & compliance and, therefore, boost it 10x!

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2021

Ransomware is one of the most widespread cyber threats, making up at least 27% of all malware incidents as per Verizon’s annual DBIR report (2020). Employees are aware of the cybersecurity best practices, and regular security awareness workshops are conducted. Ransomware. Author: Ashley Lukehart.

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Webroot

APRIL 21, 2021

Although cybercriminal activity throughout 2020 was as innovative as ever, some of the most noteworthy threat activity we saw came from the old familiar players, namely ransomware, business email compromise (BEC) and phishing. Operating systems and web browsers are improving their built-in security to stop threats sooner in the attack cycle.

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BH Consulting

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Catastrophising cyber threats “All use similar techniques to catastrophise cyber threats to make being a victim of cybercrime look and feel like being the worst thing in the world. Stop saying ‘user’ Dr Jess Barker of Cygenta is a longstanding commentator on security awareness. Ask: who is it for?

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SecureWorld News

JULY 29, 2021

It's hard to believe, but security awareness training is now being viewed through a political lens, as well. The mandatory training for all Mobile city employees was initiated on March 15, 2021, with a six-week window to complete the training. Surprising backdrop for refusing security awareness training.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 26, 2021

Microsoft also announced it will immediately make available $150 million in technical services to help federal, state, and local governments with upgrading security protection, and will expand partnerships with community colleges and non-profits for cybersecurity training. And those are just the big players. The full list can be found here.

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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Of course, in the last year what they worry about is staying in business, not worrying about a cyber threat to be perfectly blunt about it. Have they sacrificed a little bit of security for that? But in terms of priority and what to do, they worry about every day. Where do they need to put their resources?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 25, 2022

We repeatedly say that companies need to invest significantly in advanced protection tools and security awareness, including a Zero Trust approach. Known for being one of Silicon Valley’s oldest and most notable venture capital firms, Sequoia Capital was hacked in February 2021. That is, by unprepared employees.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Cyber attacks nowadays do not often come from ingenious ‘hackers’ in dark rooms, they’re often the result of an employee reusing the same password, or businesses not implementing basic practices such as multi-factor authentication. By acting smart now, we can eliminate some of the greatest cyber threats facing our businesses today.”

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