Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Browser Guard adds an extra layer to your personal security, on top of your antivirus or firewall. It’s the world’s first browser extension to do this, while at the same time identifying and stopping tech support scams.

Identity Theft 104

Identity Theft Insurance VPN Mobile 104

Webroot

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

With access to your personal information, bad actors can drain your bank account and damage your credit—or worse. Use strong and unique passwords Passwords are your first line of defense to protecting your online accounts from hackers. But it’s just as important you don’t use the same password for multiple accounts.

Identity Theft 73

Identity Theft Banking Scams Passwords 73

Identity IQ

JANUARY 10, 2023

Our readers were interested in topics that covered how criminals can steal their money, access their personal data or take over their accounts or devices. What Is Social Media Account Cloning? Our most popular topics were primarily concerned with identifying and preventing different types of identity theft and scams.

Identity Theft 78

Identity Theft Scams Education Antivirus 78

Adam Levin

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Credit cards offer markedly better fraud protections than debit cards , which connect directly to your bank account. Virtual credit cards similarly allow online shoppers to mask their financial accounts. Many financial institutions offer free transaction alerts that notify you when charges hit your account. Save your receipts.

Scams 243

Scams Retail Banking Passwords 243

Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 29, 2022

You just knew 2022 was going to be The Year of Crypto Grift when two of the world’s most popular antivirus makers — Norton and Avira — kicked things off by installing cryptocurrency mining programs on customer computers. banks are stiffing account takeover victims. A single bitcoin is trading at around $45,000.

Cryptocurrency 239

Cryptocurrency Cybercrime Computers and Electronics Scams 239

Identity IQ

DECEMBER 20, 2023

It analyzes the data and identifies suspicious activity, such as new inquiries you didn’t initiate, unauthorized account openings, or changes in your credit score. One of the vital ways credit monitoring protects you is by identifying early signs of malicious activity, such as new account openings.

Identity Theft 52

Identity Theft Data breaches Insurance Antivirus 52

Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 13, 2021

31, 2021, the HSE’s antivirus software detected the execution of two software tools commonly used by ransomware groups — Cobalt Strike and Mimikatz — on the Patient Zero Workstation. But the antivirus software was set to monitor mode, so it did not block the malicious commands.”

Healthcare 276

Healthcare Ransomware Antivirus Software 276

Webroot

AUGUST 27, 2021

When paired with the strong recommendation to use antivirus software at all times, NIST’s recommended prevention measures already cover two key areas of focus in a cyber resilience strategy: endpoint security and network protection. Our data show that regular, ongoing training can help cut phishing by up to 72%.

Ransomware 136

Ransomware Backups Antivirus Security Awareness 136

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 7, 2022

The products in question are Heimdal Threat Prevention, Patch & Asset Management, Ransomware Encryption Protection, Antivirus, Privileged Access Management, Application Control, Email Security, and Remote Desktop. Businesses have to comply with legal, insurance, and industry regulations for data storage, management, and transmission.

Cybersecurity 124

Cybersecurity Identity Theft Encryption Antivirus 124

Krebs on Security

MARCH 3, 2020

Last week, KrebsOnSecurity reported to health insurance provider Blue Shield of California that its Web site was flagged by multiple security products as serving malicious content. How did a browser extension lead to a malicious link being added to the health insurance company Web site?

Insurance 292

Insurance Advertising Internet Internet 292

CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 17, 2023

This can include measures such as firewalls , antivirus, access management and data backup policies, etc. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) HIPAA is a U.S. It applies to healthcare providers, insurance companies, and other organizations that handle PHI.

Cybersecurity 124

Cybersecurity Risk Insurance Firewall 124

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 17, 2023

Rootkit scanning solutions are best suited for personal devices and programs, while antimalware, antivirus, EDR, and XDR tend to be more effective at identifying and responding to malware on a business scale. In many cases, antivirus protection is included as part of a greater cybersecurity suite of solutions, such as EDR or XDR.

Network Security 117

Network Security Penetration Testing Firewall Antivirus 117

SecureWorld News

JULY 13, 2023

A prime example is the healthcare sector, where the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) mandates encryption to protect patient health information. Implementing endpoint protection solutions, including antivirus software, intrusion prevention systems, and device encryption, adds an extra layer of defense.

Cybersecurity 83

Cybersecurity Data breaches Social Engineering Encryption 83

NetSpi Executives

APRIL 27, 2024

Do antivirus and endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools stop ransomware? Only about 20% of the ransomware tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP) used by ransomware attackers are identified out-of-the-box by antivirus (AV), endpoint detection and response (EDR), and security information and event management (SIEM) tools.

Ransomware 52

Ransomware Cyber Insurance Backups Insurance 52

Webroot

OCTOBER 14, 2022

As a result, many organizations are shifting away from cyber insurance and adopting layered defenses in an effort to achieve cyber resilience. But this year also saw the onset of the triple extortion method – with this type of attack, hackers threaten to steal your data, leak it and then also execute DDoS attack if you don’t pay up.

Malware 61

Malware Antivirus DDOS Cyber Insurance 61

Webroot

MAY 12, 2021

Ransomware insurance isn’t a bad idea, but providers won’t subsidize poor security practices forever. Well-insured but under-protected organizations may have gotten away with it for a while, but surging ransomware incidents are ushering those days out the door. Here are a few suggestions: Don’t disincentivize cybersecurity investment.

Insurance 112

Insurance IoT Ransomware Cybersecurity 112

Identity IQ

DECEMBER 18, 2023

They can sell your information on the black market, use it to commit identity theft, or even access your online accounts and steal your money. Stealing Your Personal Information: Fake QR codes can be used to redirect you to phishing websites that mimic legitimate ones, such as your bank’s website or social media accounts.

Scams 94

Scams Identity Theft Phishing Malware 94

Krebs on Security

JANUARY 6, 2020

Organizations in the throes of cleaning up after a ransomware outbreak typically will change passwords for all user accounts that have access to any email systems, servers and desktop workstations within their network. Multiple personal and business banking portals; -Microsoft Office365 accounts. Shipping and postage accounts.

Passwords 207

Passwords Ransomware Password Management Malware 207

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

AUGUST 11, 2021

Subject to the malware class and timeframes for decryption set by the attackers, too many victims end up transferring funds to the hacker’s accounts. Intergovernmental organizations, national police departments, and antivirus vendors do their best to have the information corrupted by encryption malware available to its legitimate holders.

Ransomware 71

Ransomware Insurance Encryption Cyber Insurance 71

Identity IQ

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Consequences and Concerns The record-breaking number of breaches this year has left the victims to navigate the financial and emotional damage of stolen credit cards, drained bank accounts, and shattered credit scores. But the ramifications extend far beyond individual suffering. IdentityIQ is a top choice for protecting you and your family.

Data breaches 66

Data breaches Identity Theft Cybercrime Social Engineering 66

Identity IQ

DECEMBER 6, 2023

These emails may appear to be from legitimate retailers, offering enticing deals or requesting account verification. Exercise caution with personal information: Never share personal information, such as Social Security numbers, bank account details, or passwords, with unsolicited callers or in response to suspicious emails or websites.

Scams 52

Scams Retail Identity Theft Antivirus 52

SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2024

The costs of recovering from such incidents, especially for smaller organizations without cyber insurance, can be devastating. Open-source tools can also be valuable; for example, tools like KeePass for password management or ClamAV for antivirus protection are free and widely respected.

Cybersecurity 89

Cybersecurity Backups Cyber threats Software 89

SecureList

JUNE 26, 2023

Below is a brief description of the most popular types of threats that SMB employees encountered in January–May 2023: Exploits The biggest threat to SMBs in the first five months of 2023 were exploits , which accounted for 483,980 detections. If an employee enters their credentials, the scammers get access to their account.

Cybercrime 89

Cybercrime Phishing Banking Malware 89

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

This is especially true for your existing intrusion detection and prevention system (IDPS), antivirus, and anti-malware. Enterprise ransomware accounts for 81% of total infections, and by market segment, 62% are small to medium-sized businesses ( Symantec ). Bitdefender : Bitdefender Antivirus Plus. Offline Backups. Description.

Ransomware 97

Ransomware Backups Software Encryption 97

Spinone

APRIL 7, 2020

That leads organizations to look for HIPAA compliant cloud backup , antivirus, or data protection software to ensure the safety of vital information. HIPAA Compliance Overview Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance standards are related to the protection of information in healthcare.

Backups 80

Backups Healthcare Encryption Data breaches 80

Security Affairs

MAY 13, 2021

“According to open-source reporting, DarkSide actors have previously been observed gaining initial access through phishing and exploiting remotely accessible accounts and systems and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) (Phishing [ T1566] , Exploit Public-Facing Application [ T1190 ], External Remote Services [ T1133 ]).[

Ransomware 103

Ransomware Healthcare Phishing Risk 103

SC Magazine

JUNE 18, 2021

The stolen data varied by patient and can include names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, driver’s licenses and passports, financial account numbers, health insurance details, and medical data such as diagnoses, treatments and medical record numbers. No financial account or credit card information was compromised.

Data breaches 80

Data breaches Ransomware Encryption Insurance 80

Spinone

APRIL 30, 2020

The same rule goes for your OneDrive for Business files with only one exception: the visibility of the files you create in the Shared folder via your school or work Office 365 account is determined by a policy set by an administrator. Keep reading to find out more about how to secure the sharing permissions. How to maximize OneDrive security?

Backups 78

Backups Encryption Ransomware Antivirus 78

Security Boulevard

MARCH 31, 2021

Britain's biggest banks, including Barclays, HSBC, and NatWest, and insurance companies, including Aviva and Direct Line, will face new tougher testing of their cyber defences by the Bank of England's Financial Policy Committee (FPC). Banks and Insurers to Face Tough Cyber Stress Tests under Bank of England Plan.

Energy and Utilities 122

Energy and Utilities Ransomware Banking Hacking 122

Centraleyes

MARCH 12, 2024

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act): HIPAA requires covered entities to conduct regular risk assessments as part of their compliance efforts. Internal audit teams can conduct these assessments. These risk assessments are typically internal processes, although regulatory bodies may also conduct external audits.

Risk 52

Risk Cybersecurity Government Firewall 52

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 1, 2021

Cybersecurity experts at both Microsoft and SecureWorks said that the hacker group – called Nobelium by Microsoft but which also is known as APT29 – accessed the Constant Contact email marketing account used by the U.S. Microsoft officials said the attack targeted 3,000 email accounts at 150 organizations.

Phishing 67

Phishing Mobile Government Cybersecurity 67

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

Also read: Best Antivirus Software of 2022. Capital markets, insurance, financial services, and banking are now online. QR payments are being tampered with, NFT accounts hacked, digital wallets emptied, and sensitive information compromised. Cyberattack Statistics. This presents a unique opportunity for cyber criminals.

Backups 145

Backups Ransomware Firewall Malware 145

Malwarebytes

MAY 21, 2023

For example, Malwarebytes asked ChatGPT to write the opening paragraph of a novel about an antiquated antivirus program that relies on signature-based detection to stop new and emerging threats. Here's what the program came back with: “The antivirus program blinked to life, its archaic interface flickering on the outdated CRT monitor.

Cybersecurity 76

Cybersecurity Artificial Intelligence Social Engineering Engineering 76

Adam Levin

DECEMBER 7, 2020

There is a broad attack surface here — not just military and political but also insurance, law enforcement and commerce,” said Matt Turek, a program manager for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency to the Financial Times. AI makes it possible to identify patterns and correctly guess passwords.

IoT 130

IoT Artificial Intelligence Technology Scams 130

Spinone

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Cybersecurity insurance will offset the ransom. Another factor that can weigh into making the decision to pay the ransom demanded by ransomware is having cybersecurity insurance. In fact, one report shows that business email compromises are 23% of cyber insurance claims. Verify backup file integrity and backup repositories.

Ransomware 52

Ransomware Backups Data breaches Encryption 52

eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 11, 2022

Deduce is an identity-focused cybersecurity startup with two core solutions: Customer Alerts for protecting users and their data from account takeover and compromise, and Identity Insights for validating legitimate users and stopping fraud. Also read: Antivirus vs. EPP vs. EDR: How to Secure Your Endpoints. Cowbell Cyber.

Cybersecurity 142

Cybersecurity Threat Detection Artificial Intelligence Risk 142

eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

For example, The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requires security features such as encryption to protect patients’ health information. Better antivirus (AV), endpoint detection and response (EDR), and extended detection and response (XDR) solutions can detect and block some attacks.

Encryption 111

Encryption Passwords IoT Firewall 111