CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 23, 2021

The National Institute of Standards and Technology, renowned shortly as NIST has published some ransomware guidelines that need to be followed by organizations that are concerned about ransomware attacks. . The post Ransomware Guidelines published by NIST appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders. And those are-. .

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The Security Ledger

JUNE 24, 2021

. » Related Stories Episode 214: Darkside Down: What The Colonial Attack Means For The Future of Ransomware Deere John: Researcher Warns Ag Giant’s Site Provides a Map to Customers, Equipment Episode 217: What Fighting Pirates Teaches Us About Ransomware. Cyber Risk Alert: Critical Infrastructure Attacks Are Here.

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Security Affairs

MAY 9, 2023

Researchers warn of a new ransomware family called CACTUS that exploits known vulnerabilities in VPN appliances to gain initial access to victims’ networks. The new ransomware operation has been active since March 2023, despite the threat actors use a double-extortion model, their data leak site has yet to be discovered.

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Adam Levin

MARCH 17, 2022

Phishing emails are the most common vector for attacks on corporate networks, especially in ransomware and business email compromise (BEC) campaigns; anything that involves large groups of employees to continuously send updated file attachments or links to a reply-all list or an individual, creates cybersecurity issues.

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SC Magazine

APRIL 19, 2021

Today’s columnist, Erin Kennealy of Guidewire Software, offers ways for security pros, the insurance industry and government regulators to come together so insurance companies can continue to offer insurance for ransomware. Insurance claims from cyber/ransomware events have consumed up to 40% of the claims of some insurers’ cyber books.

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Hacker Combat

JUNE 2, 2022

ransomware to conduct the cyber-attack, the hackers threaten to expose stolen files unless the company pays a ransom. The ransomware gang demanded over $34 million in bitcoin to be paid as ransom. How to Recognize a Ransomware Attack. How to Prevent Ransomware Attacks. using the LockBit 2.0

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The Security Ledger

JULY 22, 2020

In this Spotlight podcast* we’re joined by Andrew Jaquith, the CISO at QOMPLX to talk about how the COVID pandemic is highlighting longstanding problems with cyber risk management and cyber resilience. Ransomware’s Dangerous Rise. Andy is an amazing resource on all matters cyber security.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 31, 2019

A report co-sponsored by Lloyd’s of London paints a chilling scenario for how a worldwide cyberattack could trigger economic losses of some $200 billion for companies and government agencies ill-equipped to deflect a very plausible ransomware attack designed to sweep across the globe. cyber foes exploit government shutdown.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 12, 2021

A new report from Sophos dissects how hackers spent two weeks roaming far-and-wide through the modern network of a large enterprise getting into a prime position to carry out what could’ve been a devasting ransomware attack. They used very nation state-like tactics, from a ransomware perspective,” Schiappa told me.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Such data could be extremely valuable for both initial access brokers and ransomware groups familiar with AnyDesk, often abused as one of the tools following successful network intrusions. Notably, per additional context acquired from the actor, the majority of exposed accounts on the Dark Web didn’t have 2FA enabled.

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SC Magazine

MAY 19, 2021

The development of cybersecurity insurance has played an important role in determining how companies prepare for and respond to ransomware attacks and the resulting fallout. The ransomware reality check for insurers. Prior to 2017, most insurers covered ransomware under traditional property and casualty policies.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 11, 2023

Although such automated tools help to cut down cyber risks, they also create complex visibility hiccups because of a shortage for the trained workforce. NOTE- In the year 2017, a ransomware attack on Maersk shipping company disrupted the firm’s IT systems with encryption from NotPetya Ransomware, causing $300m damage to the company.

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Joseph Steinberg

JANUARY 18, 2024

If you were being audited by the IRS, and suspected of tax fraud, you would engage an appropriately trained and experienced accountant. When it comes to cybersecurity the same is true – you need a cyber security if you want to competently address cyber risk.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Cybersecurity Insiders has learnt from its sources that the threat actors accessed details such as tax file numbers, bank account details, superannuation data, in the attack that could lead to identity theft attacks in the coming weeks.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Vulnerability exploitation accounted for 29% of attacks, while phishing campaigns constituted 30% of cyber incidents on K-12 schools in 2023. In an effort to democratize cyber threat intelligence, this report highlights the most prominent security-related issues plaguing business and how they can proactively reduce cyber risk."

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

As the risk of a cyberattack grows, it is pivotal to consider whether the directors of a company hit by a ransomware attack, for example, can bear any liability for negligence in failing to take steps to limit the risk. The size of the cyber risk to companies cannot be underestimated.

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Adam Levin

JULY 24, 2020

Barely a day goes by without news of an elite hacking team creating a more stealth exploit– malware , elaborate spear-phishing attacks, trojans, and a killer array of ransomware that can take factories and other organizations offline, or even hobble entire cities. Typosquatting relies on an attention deficit.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 30, 2023

Seasoned CISOs/CSOs understand the importance of effectively communicating cyber risk and the need for investment in cybersecurity defense to the board of directors. A comprehensive approach encompasses aligning with business objectives, identifying key cyber risks, and setting priorities for investment.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 24, 2024

surfaces in the threat landscape Pokemon Company resets some users’ passwords Ukraine cyber police arrested crooks selling 100 million compromised accounts New AcidPour wiper targets Linux x86 devices. Is it a Russia’s weapon? Players hacked during the matches of Apex Legends Global Series.

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The Security Ledger

MAY 15, 2021

Intel 471 CISO Brandon Hoffman joins us to to discuss Darkside, the ransomware group that attacked the Colonial Pipeline, why the crew may have bitten off more than it can chew and what the attack says about the state of America's Critical Infrastructure. Episode 169: Ransomware comes to the Enterprise with PureLocker.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 16, 2021

In the UK, four out of ten businesses (40%) and 25% of charities report having cyber security breaches or attacks in 2020. In Singapore, cybercrimes accounted for 43% of overall crimes. Ransomware cases increase. Ransomware attacks are the “celebrities” of cybersecurity crimes because their impact makes headline news.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 27, 2021

The explosion of ransomware and similar cyber incidents along with rising associated costs is convincing a growing number of insurance companies to raise the premiums on their cyber insurance policies or reduce coverage, moves that could further squeeze organizations under siege from hackers. In addition, the U.S.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 29, 2024

The upsurge in connectivity and data transparency in the manufacturing ecosystem has expanded the sector's exposure, making it, for three years in a row, the sector most targeted by cyberattacks, accounting for 25.7%, with ransomware comprising 71% of these attacks. trillion annually. " More from Col.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

We asked two questions: •What should be my biggest takeaway from 2023, with respect to mitigating cyber risks at my organization? Kerberoasting” and “Golden Ticket” attacks were both introduced in 2014 and yet enterprises continue to have hundreds of accounts configured with unconstrained delegation.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 11, 2021

“The loss or corruption of customer data, electronic files and accounts that leads to the inability to read meters or access billing systems and reduces customer confidence could affect the ability to raise rates. ” Credit rating agencies assess the capacity for utilities to repay their debt and cyber attacks could impact it. .

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 3, 2023

Since many people use the same passwords across social media platforms and for sites for banks or credit cards, a criminal needs access to just one account to gain access to every account. With the rise in social media, criminals have more platforms with which to target potential phishing victims.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 15, 2021

As per the researchers, most of the healthcare related data breaches happened because of ransomware that accounted for over 54.95 percent ransomware breaches, Maze followed the path with over 6.17 Note- As most companies are opting for remote workers, their critical data is at major risk of falling into the hands of hackers.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 10, 2022

With businesses becoming more and more digitized, they are exposed to greater cyber risks. And while organizations are taking steps to protect against cyber attacks, cybersecurity controls are not impenetrable. Cyber risk insurance covers the costs of recovering from a security breach, a virus, or a cyber-attack.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 5, 2023

After a year that saw massive ransomware attacks and open cyber warfare, the biggest question in cybersecurity for 2023 will likely be how much of those attack techniques get commoditized and weaponized. 2022 was notable for the spread of ransomware as a service (RaaS). Trade Cyberthreats. RaaS and CaaS Continue to Grow.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 3, 2023

As we rely increasingly on digital technologies for our work, communication, entertainment, and education, we also expose ourselves to more and more cyber risks. But how much do we know about the cyber threats we face daily? Human error accounts for 95% of all data breaches. How prepared are we to deal with them?

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 30, 2023

Cyber risks from third-party vendors further complicate the situation. To navigate this, SMBs need to conduct an enterprise risk assessment, implement basic cybersecurity controls, train their workforce, and consider outsourcing cybersecurity to a security-as-a-service provider.

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Adam Levin

JULY 23, 2020

Barely a day goes by without news of an elite hacking team creating a more stealth exploit– malware , elaborate spear-phishing attacks, trojans, and a killer array of ransomware that can take factories and other organizations offline, or even hobble entire cities. Typosquatting relies on an attention deficit.

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Joseph Steinberg

JANUARY 19, 2024

If you were being audited by the IRS, and suspected of tax fraud, you would engage an appropriately trained and experienced accountant. When it comes to cybersecurity the same is true – you need a cyber security if you want to competently address cyber risk.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 22, 2021

And now CISOs and security teams are getting some surprise mainstream exposure from comedians as they turn cyber headlines into security punchlines. It is helping raise greater security and cyber risk awareness within organizations, with everyone from end-users to board members. Cartoon: the ransomware of things.

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SC Magazine

MAY 24, 2021

In a report released May 20, the Government Accountability Office looked at how the private cybersecurity insurance market has developed over the past five yearsRich Baich is global chief information security officer for insurance giant AIG. billion in damages – that it caused a broader reevaluation of cyber risk by the industry.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Like years past, 2021 revealed more of the same for the cybersecurity industry—more breaches, bigger ransomware attacks, higher stakes. One respondent said, “security is not only a business expense, but it’s a valid business need and [must] be funded appropriately to defend against ransomware and sophisticated threats.”

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

APRIL 29, 2024

However, a relentless barrage of data breaches, ransomware attacks, and sophisticated cyber threats steadily erodes this trust. Digital Services Act (DSA) The DSA places greater responsibility and accountability on online platforms of all sizes. It targets illegal content, disinformation, and harmful practices.

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