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2024 State of Cybersecurity: Reports of More Threats & Prioritization Issues

eSecurity Planet

Most organizations express confidence in their current status and budgets, but also expect to experience at least one data breach in 2024. 30% data breaches and +23% ransomware for the first two months of 2024. Read on for more details on these threats or jump down to see the linked vendor reports. globally, +19.8%

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Vulnerability Recap 4/15/24 – Palo Alto, Microsoft, Ivanti Exploits

eSecurity Planet

You can strengthen your cybersecurity defenses by using reliable antivirus software, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and virtual private networks (VPNs). In addition to securing internal assets, you also need to ensure SaaS data is protected. Check out our article on SaaS security checklist and learn how to create one.

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Vulnerability Recap 6/3/24 – Check Point, Okta & Fortinet Issues

eSecurity Planet

Check your vendors’ security bulletins regularly, and make sure your team is following security news to patch issues as soon as they arise. May 28, 2024 Check Point VPN Zero-Day Vulnerability Requires Hotfix Type of attack: Information disclosure zero-day. The vulnerability is tracked as CVE-2024-1086.

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How to Use BitDefender VPN on Any Device: 2024 Tutorial

eSecurity Planet

Visit Bitdefender Installing via Bitdefender Security Solution You may install Bitdefender VPN with the security solution if you already have Bitdefender Total Security, Bitdefender Internet Security, or Bitdefender Antivirus Plus installed on your Windows PC. Select Install VPN from the VPN toolbar. You’re done!

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2.9 Billion Records Exposed in NPD Breach: How to Stay Safe

eSecurity Planet

District Court claims that NPD experienced a data breach around April 2024, alleging the following: Sensitive data , such as full names, current and previous addresses (going back at least 30 years), Social Security numbers, and details about family members, including some who have been deceased for nearly two decades, were compromised.

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Recent Tesla Hacks Highlight Importance of Protecting Connected Devices

eSecurity Planet

Rapid7’s Zero Day Initiative hosts an event called Pwn2Own, and at the 2023 event, computer security firm Synactiv hacked a Tesla computer within two minutes. This year, electric cars were a major focal point of the 2024 event, called Pwn2Own Automotive.

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5 Critical Threat Actors You Need to Know About

Digital Shadows

In Q3 2024, ransomware service provider “RansomHub” emerged as the most dominant ransomware group, taking the mantle from “LockBit” and “ALPHV.” Our report spotlights five major threat actors dominating the cybersecurity landscape in 2024 that every professional should know about.