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. Enforce DMARC, DKIM, and SPF to prevent spoofing.

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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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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 2, 2024

It’s a digital swindle as old as the internet itself, and yet, as the data tells us, the vast majority of security incidents are still rooted in the low-tech art of social engineering. Related: AI makes scam email look real Fresh evidence comes from Mimecast’s “The State of Email and Collaboration Security” 2024 report.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

” Crazy Evil is referred as a traffer team, which is a group of social engineering specialists tasked with redirecting legitimate traffic to malicious landing pages. As of December 2, 2024, the fraudulent operations linked to Crazy Evil are still active. These factors make it a persistent cyber threat.

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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. Using the MITRE ATT&CK framework, we’ll provide a comprehensive overview of the key cyber threats you need to know about to keep your environment protected.

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CompTIA on Cybersecurity

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Customers want providers to have real-time insights into cyber threats encompassing ransomware, social engineering, malware releases and other attacks.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 20, 2025

Successful exploitation requires social engineering users into manipulating a specially crafted file. Under the cloak of UEFI Secure Boot: Introducing CVE-2024-7344 welivesecurity (ESET) CVE-2024-7344. Approximately 70% of observed malware cases in 2024 derived from browser-based malware.

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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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Digital Shadows

JANUARY 25, 2024

Find out the most notable trends of 2023’s final quarter, to set priorities and alerts for 2024. We cover techniques used to achieve initial access, defense evasion, command-and-control, and impact.

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Jane Frankland

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Nation-states and geopolitical tensions are increasingly fuelling modern cyber threats. According to Microsoft’s Digital Dfense Report 2024 , 37% of the 600 million attacks they face daily can be attributed to nation-state threat actors.

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Responsible Cyber

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

The first quarter of 2024 has already witnessed several devastating cyber attacks through third-party vendors, affecting industry giants like Microsoft, UnitedHealth Group, and American Express. billion by Q3 2024. These data breaches highlight significant vulnerabilities in vendor relationships and supply chain security.

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Digital Shadows

JANUARY 27, 2025

Key Findings 2024 was the year cyber threats got quicker. Cyber attackers really picked up the pace, executing faster, more efficient breaches that pushed traditional defenses to their limits. Among the 2024 hands-on-keyboard incidents we analyzed, 50% of them used valid or exposed credentials for initial access.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 18, 2024

So, let’s explore what 2024 and beyond has in store for all of us in the digital world. I have concluded the increasing involvement of offensive nation-states directly supports most of the 2024 cybersecurity predictions. 2024 Cybersecurity Predictions 1. In 2024: 1. They will suffer disproportionately.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 20, 2024

22, 2024, CyberNewsWire — In modern business, cybersecurity is not merely a technical concern but a crucial financial safeguard. With cyber threats growing in sophistication and frequency, the financial implications of neglecting cybersecurity training are severe and multifaceted. Cary, NC, Aug.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 7, 2024

“The small businesses most concerned about cybersecurity threats include businesses with 20-500 employees (74%) and businesses in the professional services industry (71%). And, as you can read in our 2024 State of Malware report , cybercriminals continue to evolve their tactics. Services businesses are right to be concerned.

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IT Security Guru

MAY 20, 2024

This number highlights the widespread nature of digital threats. Today, common cyber threats include phishing, ransomware, and malware attacks, each capable of significantly disrupting operations and compromising sensitive data. This approach educates and empowers your team to be the first line of defence against cyber threats.

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Hacker's King

OCTOBER 12, 2024

OSINT allows hackers to leverage data from the internet, social media, databases, and other open channels to uncover potential vulnerabilities. This article will explore the top OSINT tools used by ethical hackers and security professionals in 2024 to gather intelligence and strengthen security measures. What is OSINT?

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SecureWorld News

JULY 8, 2024

Fast forward to 2024, and the scale of the latest leak dwarfs its predecessor by several orders of magnitude. txt, was posted on July 4, 2024, by forum user ObamaCare. "The As cyber threats evolve, organizations must prioritize protecting customer data. The file with the data, titled rockyou2024.txt,

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 13, 2023

Yet, boardroom focus on cyber risk appears to be diminishing. The perceived threat of cyber risk to global business leaders peaked in 2021 (34%) and over the past two years, the risk perception has dropped (27%). In 2024, it is predicted to remain at 27% whilst business preparedness for this risk continues to decline.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 12, 2024

A : Educating employees about phishing, social engineering, and safe online practices helps prevent human errors that can lead to security breaches. These clinics could work directly with the general public and small to medium-sized organizations, which are often the most vulnerable to cyber threats.

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Centraleyes

MARCH 13, 2025

As of 2024, some new NYDFS cybersecurity regulation updates have been added with some amendments. Amendments Timeline: 20222023: The NYDFS Cybersecurity Regulation Amendment process introduced updates to address emerging threats and refine existing requirements. These amendments became fully enforceable in late 2024.

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Security Through Education

JULY 1, 2024

Vulnerabilities Exposed by SMiShing SMiShing exploits various vulnerabilities, including: Human Trust: Attackers may leverage social engineering techniques to manipulate human psychology, exploiting trust and inducing victims to take actions against their best interests.

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Hacker's King

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Cybersecurity has rapidly evolved over the past decade, and in 2024, this evolution has seen an even greater focus on securing system boot processes, particularly through Initial Program Load (IPL). This form of hardware-based security is especially critical in the fight against firmware attacks, which have been on the rise in 2024.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 4, 2024

These three primary drivers are consistent with what I've been reading in the recent '2024 Data Breach Investigations Report' [ downloadable with a form submission ]. But, we're not going to be able to prevent all future breaches," said Kip Boyle , vCISO, Cyber Risk Opportunities LLC. So, it's not as simple as a Triple Threat.

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Digital Shadows

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Today, were proud to present the ReliaQuest Annual Cyber-Threat Report: 2025. Now in its third year, this report offers a close look at the top cyber threats our customers faced throughout 2024. In 2024, Attackers Got Faster Cyber threats are now faster than ever.

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Hacker's King

JANUARY 5, 2025

You may also like to read: How Fake Account Detection Can Save You From Cyber Threats How Snapchat Fake Account Detection Works Snapchat employs various methods for fake account detection to uphold the integrity of its user base. And their customer service policy has made it successful.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Data Security Predictions for 2025: Putting Protection and Resilience at Center Stage madhav Tue, 12/17/2024 - 08:10 Cybersecurity is a remarkably dynamic industry. However, in 2024, the U.S. Those looking to remain agile will likely utilize these tools to bring their threat investigation abilities to the next level.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 28, 2024

Cary, NC, May 28, 2024, CyberNewsWire — If there is a single theme circulating among Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) right now, it is the question of how to get stakeholders on board with more robust cybersecurity training protocols. CISOs are key players in protecting their organizations from cyber threats.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JULY 24, 2024

From the Stands to the Screen - Safeguarding Global Sporting Events with Cybersecurity josh.pearson@t… Thu, 07/25/2024 - 07:00 Global events like the Olympics attract an extraordinary amount of attention. This was made apparent during the UEFA EURO 2024 competition when a DDoS attack disrupted Poland’s opening game live streaming.

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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. Using the MITRE ATT&CK framework, we’ll provide a comprehensive overview of the key cyber threats you need to know about to keep your environment protected.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Hybrid approach : Attackers can use a slew of different social engineering scams, such as technical support scams or malvertising, to trick employees into installing RMM tools onto their own machines, enabling both initial access and a mechanism for ransomware deployment.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 1, 2024

Stay Safe Online: 5 Essential Tips for World Wide Web Day josh.pearson@t… Thu, 08/01/2024 - 07:00 World Wide Web Day is celebrated each year on the first of August, marking the day the Internet was first made available to the public in 1991. Weaving a Cyber Safety Net Having a robust anti-malware solution is vital.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JULY 31, 2024

Stay Safe Online: 5 Essential Tips for World Wide Web Day josh.pearson@t… Thu, 08/01/2024 - 07:00 World Wide Web Day is celebrated each year on the first of August, marking the day the Internet was first made available to the public in 1991. Weaving a Cyber Safety Net Having a robust anti-malware solution is vital.

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Chicago CyberSecurity Training

MAY 23, 2024

However, the threats that affect a water supply facility are not much different than what any other organization could face. Phishing and Social Engineering : Tactics used to trick employees into revealing sensitive information or downloading malicious software. Take a look at the articles below — the danger is real and growing.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Check out invaluable cloud security insights and recommendations from the “Tenable Cloud Risk Report 2024.” Plus, a PwC study says increased collaboration between CISOs and fellow CxOs boosts cyber resilience. Meanwhile, a report finds the top cyber skills gaps are in cloud security and AI.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 25, 2024

From the Stands to the Screen - Safeguarding Global Sporting Events with Cybersecurity josh.pearson@t… Thu, 07/25/2024 - 07:00 Global events like the Olympics attract an extraordinary amount of attention. This was made apparent during the UEFA EURO 2024 competition when a DDoS attack disrupted Poland’s opening game live streaming.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Breaking Free from Passwords: Passkeys and the Future of Digital Services josh.pearson@t… Mon, 09/02/2024 - 15:14 As passkeys offer a more secure and convenient way to authenticate users, it is no surprise that industry experts agree that they will become the standard authentication method used worldwide. How can we help?

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