Webroot

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

In today’s world, both small businesses and everyday consumers face a growing number of cyber threats. OpenText’s 2024 Threat Hunter Perspective sheds light on what’s coming next and how to protect yourself. presidential election in fall 2024, the cyber landscape is expected to get even more dangerous.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Protecting Retailers Against Cyber Risks on Black Friday and Cyber Monday josh.pearson@t… Tue, 11/26/2024 - 08:01 As Black Friday and Cyber Monday loom, the stakes for retailers extend far beyond enticing deals and record sales. With retail sales during 2024 set to grow to between $5.23 trillion and $5.28

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IT Security Guru

JANUARY 9, 2025

As we begin the New Year, it offers a chance for reflection on 2024 and to consider what we can do as security professionals and business leaders in 2025 that will keep us relevant and in the best position to counter cyber threats going forward. Quantum computing is no longer just a concept for the distant future.

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Digital Shadows

MARCH 12, 2025

Between September 1, 2024, and February 28, 2025, threat actors ramped up efforts to exploit this sector through spearphishing, impersonation campaigns, ransomware, and vulnerabilities in external remote services. Another 5% of phishing emails carried malware, often infostealers that extract saved credentials from browsers.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 4, 2024

4, 2024 –A majority of senior cybersecurity professionals at the UK’s largest organisations struggle with feelings of helplessness and professional despair, new research by Green Raven Limited indicates. Cheltenham, England, Dec. 66% of this cohort, and over half of all respondents, say they struggle to do so.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Hackers reveal security flaws in smart solar systems, exposing risks to national power grids as global reliance on solar energy grows. DW investigated the risks of cyber attacks exploiting vulnerabilities in smart solar systems while the demand for solar energy grows.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The report, released on November 13, 2024, underscores the urgent need for increased security measures to protect critical infrastructure. Among the key findings: Widespread vulnerabilities: The OIG's passive assessment revealed critical or high-risk vulnerabilities in 97 drinking water systems serving more than 26.6 million people.

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Heimadal Security

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

This comprehensive cybersecurity risk management template provides a structured approach for identifying, assessing, and prioritizing cybersecurity risks. By offering a standardized framework, it enables organizations to systematically evaluate their vulnerabilities and the potential impact of various cyber threats.

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Webroot

JUNE 2, 2022

If you’re the parent of a gamer, or if you’re a gamer yourself, it’s important to learn about the risks. Why are cyber threats to gamers on the rise? But there are some good reasons for this trend: The global gaming market is booming—and is expected to reach $219 billion by 2024. Top cyber threats in gaming.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

4, 2024, CyberNewsWire — In a proactive response to the rapidly evolving landscape of cyber threats, INE Security , a global leader in cybersecurity and network training, today unveiled a crucial initiative aimed at fortifying corporate defenses against digital dangers. Cary, NC, Sept.

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Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This marks a staggering 83% increase from the previous year , making credential exposure the top threat type. The diverse range of attacks targeting the sector underscores the urgent necessity for organizations to implement strict security measures and digital risk protection (DRP) strategies.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 18, 2024

Cybersecurity risks increase every year and bludgeon victims who fail to prepare properly. For those interested in a better understanding of the oncoming risks, this is the information you are looking for. So, let’s explore what 2024 and beyond has in store for all of us in the digital world.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The City of Columbus was attacked by a ransomware group on July 18, 2024. On September 12, 2024, the city of Columbus issued a notice of breach that was sent to its clients. SCAN NOW We don’t just report on threats – we help safeguard your entire digital identity Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 23, 2025

The Gartner CEO and Senior Business Executive Survey, which polled 456 CEOs and senior leaders between June and November 2024, reveals that cybersecurity has moved from the IT department to the boardroom. The current threat landscape isnt just about data breaches. They can make or break a companys growth plans.

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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. In July 2024, Delta Air Lines experienced a catastrophic IT outage when a faulty software update from cybersecurity vendor CrowdStrike crashed approximately 8.5

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Centraleyes

DECEMBER 26, 2024

This is where (CAASM) Cyber Asset Attack Surface Management tools come into play. As we move from 2024 to 2025, the importance of CAASM tools has never been greater, and understanding the top options available is crucial for any business aiming to bolster its cybersecurity posture.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The CISO: Guardian of Data while Navigating Risk Strategic Insights for the Boardroom and Shaping Future Business madhav Thu, 12/05/2024 - 06:03 CISOs have one of the most vital roles in organizations today. Deloitte reports that 91% of organizations report at least one cyber incident or breach.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 17, 2025

But one of the most high-profile cyberattacks in 2024 was against Krispy Kreme. What happened: the holes in the doughnut chain's security On November 29, 2024, Krispy Kreme detected unauthorized activity within a portion of its IT systems. Is nothing sacred anymore, when even our doughnuts aren't safe?

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Persistent ransomware threats, increasing risk to critical infrastructure, state-sponsored activity, more bad actors, and new, disruptive technologies are the five cyber threat narratives noted in the National Cyber Threat Assessment 2023-2024 recently released by the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security.

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Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Key Points Phishing incidents rose during the reporting period (August 1 to October 31, 2024), accounting for 46% of all customer incidents. We saw a 6% increase in impersonating domain digital risk protection alerts, highlighting the ongoing reliance on simple techniques to capture credentials and data.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The FBI, CISA, and MS-ISAC have issued a joint cybersecurity advisory warning organizations about Ghost (Cring) ransomware, a sophisticated cyber threat that has been compromising critical infrastructure, businesses, and government entities worldwide. For the latest updates and resources, visit StopRansomware.gov.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 13, 2023

London, July 13, 2023 — Beazley, the leading specialist insurer, today published its latest Risk & Resilience report: Spotlight on: Cyber & Technology Risks 2023. Yet, boardroom focus on cyber risk appears to be diminishing. trillion by 2025, a 300% increase since 2015 1.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 18, 2025

Category News, Vulnerabilities Risk Level Hackers are setting their sights on the IT supply chain, and your data is the prize. Meet Silk Typhoonthe latest cyber threat you need to know about. Their attacks involve thorough research on targets, stealing sensitive information, and moving through networks undetected.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

How does the disruption to Telegram affect threat actors? After the arrest of Telegram CEO in August 2024, the messaging platform that has been popular […] The post 6 Things to Know About Improving Threat Intelligence Collection appeared first on Flare | Cyber Threat Intel | Digital Risk Protection.

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Jane Frankland

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

When data breaches escalate, cyber-attacks grow more sophisticated, nation states ramp up their digital warfare, and regulations tighten the noose, staying ahead isnt just an optionits your only line of defence. Nation-states and geopolitical tensions are increasingly fuelling modern cyber threats.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 12, 2025

The CrowdStrike incident in 2024 was a stark reminder how it could bring major day-to-day activities to a halt. A 2022 PwC study found that 59% of directors admitted their board is not very effective in understanding the drivers and impacts of cyber risks for their organization, emphasizing the critical role of board members in these moments.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 30, 2025

UK Warned of Inadequate Readiness Against State-Backed Cyberattacks Cybersecurity experts have sounded the alarm over the UK's growing vulnerability to state-sponsored cyber threats. A recent report by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) shows a 16% increase in severe cyber incidents affecting national infrastructure in 2024.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

November 29, 2023 – Kiteworks , which delivers data privacy and compliance for sensitive content communications through its Private Content Network (PCN), released today its Sensitive Content Communications 2024 Forecast Report. Get the full 2024 Forecast report here. San Mateo, Calif.,

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

Understanding and adhering to cybersecurity regulations is crucial for any organization as cyber threats evolve and become more sophisticated. Let’s explore what to expect from the upcoming regulations, provide insights into critical federal and state laws, and offer practical compliance and risk management strategies.

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Pen Test Partners

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Securing these systems is a growing challenge, with current regulations not fully addressing cyber threats. To reduce the risk of a vessel blacking out, multiple generators will be running when the vessel is manoeuvring. You may have heard of the Swiss cheese model used with risk.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 12, 2024

Investigators from Resecurity’s HUNTER (HUMINT) warn that Indonesia is increasingly being targeted by cyber-threat actors. These findings coincide with the critical and fast-approaching Indonesian presidential election set to take place in February this year (2024).

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 13, 2025

AI Risk Management Becomes Business-Critical AI security solutions dominated RSAC this year, signaling that as organizations adopt advanced response technologies, comprehensive training must keep pace. This gap highlights a growing disconnect between perceived and actual risk in cloud deployments.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

26 key cyber security stats for 2024 that every user should know, from rising cyber crime rates to the impact of AI technolog y. Cyber Crime Surge: During COVID-19 , cyber crimes shot up by 600%, showing how threats adapt to global changes. RaaS usage is expected to increase by 25% in 2024.

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Webroot

MAY 6, 2024

As we navigate through 2024, the cyber threat landscape continues to evolve, bringing new challenges for both businesses and individual consumers. The latest OpenText Threat Report provides insight into these changes, offering vital insights that help us prepare and protect ourselves against emerging threats.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 8, 2024

May 8, 2024, CyberNewsWire — Security Risk Advisors (SRA) announces the launch of their OT/XIoT Detection Selection Workshop, a complimentary offering designed to assist organizations in selecting the most suitable operational technology (OT) and Extended Internet of Things (XIoT) security tools for their unique environments.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 7, 2024

During a Black Hat 2024 keynote panel Wednesday morning, international leaders outlined how they are approaching election security risks — namely, cyber threats, nation-states, and the rapid spread of misinformation thought. LAS VEGAS — The U.S.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 5, 2024

MasterCard's September 2024 acquisition of Recorded Future for $2.65 Recorded Future is well-regarded for its AI-driven threat intelligence capabilities, which leverage massive amounts of data to predict, identify, and mitigate threats before they escalate. So, what changed?

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