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The Evolving Role of Cyber Insurance in Mitigating Ransomware Attacks

SecureWorld News

However, as the nature of cyber threats continues to evolve, so too do the offerings of cyber insurance, expanding to provide more comprehensive risk management solutions. The dynamic nature of cyber risks, evidenced by the rising frequency and costs of attacks, further complicates this issue.

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Social Engineering 2.0: The Rise of Deepfake Phishing

SecureWorld News

With a few photos or voice clips and a subscription to AI tools, hackers will be able to, for example, jump on a video call with a company's CFO to authorize a large payment to a fraudulent account with ease. Stay informed: Cyber threats are ever-evolving. No skills are needed, and everything seems 100% legitimate to the victim.

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Top Cloud Security Issues: Threats, Risks, Challenges & Solutions

eSecurity Planet

Cloud security issues refer to the threats, risks, and challenges in the cloud environment. Threats are active attacks that target system weaknesses. Risks include potential damage from cyber threats and vulnerabilities. Offer regular workshops: Provide monthly training, webinars, and seminars on cloud security.

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How to Prevent Malware: 15 Best Practices for Malware Prevention

eSecurity Planet

Control Inbound and Outbound Traffic: Configuring firewall rules to manage both incoming and outgoing traffic is an important defense against cyber threats, preventing unauthorized access and malicious software from stealing data. Regularly Monitor Accounts Account monitoring is a critical practice.

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More Spending on Cybersecurity Means More Attacks?

SecureWorld News

Many companies have noted that, as they have increased their cybersecurity budgets, the number of cyber threats has also increased. Today, let's tackle this myth and explore why spending smarter—not necessarily more—could be the ideal way to protect your organization against cyber threats in the future.