Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 29, 2022

I seem to be doing most of that activity now on Mastodon , which appears to have absorbed most of the infosec refugees from Twitter, and in any case is proving to be a far more useful, civil and constructive place to post such things. For a variety of reasons, I will no longer be sharing these updates on Twitter.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

It probably comes as no surprise that ransomware attacks are more prolific now than they were several years ago. A 2021 survey found that ransomware attacks increased 62% over the preceding two years, as reported by Security Magazine , with North American registering a surge of 158% during that same period.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Editor's Note: Unlock the knowledge, resources and expert guidance you need to successfully prevent ransomware attacks from impacting your organization’s operations with this complimentary Ransomware Toolkit. The post How Do Initial Access Brokers Enable Ransomware Attacks? BeCyberSmart as this year’s theme.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 14, 2021

Double extortion is a tactic employed by some ransomware gangs. The post Rise of Double-Extortion Shines Spotlight on Ransomware Prevention appeared first on Security Boulevard. It begins when a crypto-malware strain steals information stored on a victim’s machine before launching its encryption routine.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 6, 2021

In light of a recent Cybereason research report, Organizations at Risk: Ransomware Attackers Don’t Take Holidays , regarding the prevalence of ransomware attacks that occur during off-hours, it’s imperative that we look towards robust AI security solutions, such that you can know your organization is protected even when none of your staff is online. (..)

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

2023 cybersecurity issues will continue: Weak IT fundamentals, poor cybersecurity awareness, and ransomware will still cause problems and make headlines. While these solutions (such as [Microsoft365]) offer a level of protection and capabilities (antivirus, anti-spam, archiving, etc.), Bottom line: Prepare now based on risk.

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SecureList

MAY 31, 2021

Ransomware attacks were defeated on the computers of 91,841 unique users. Ransomware programs. New additions to the ransomware arsenal. Last year, the SunCrypt and RagnarLocker ransomware groups adopted new scare tactics. 613,968,631 unique URLs were recognized as malicious by Web Anti-Virus components.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

For instance, one report might delve into the intricate workings of cryptographic mechanisms behind ransomware. Another might focus on the command protocols used in a specific malware, while yet another details the techniques a malicious entity employs to evade sandbox detections or antivirus software.

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NopSec

MAY 21, 2020

I am sure all my infosec colleagues analyzed the report cover-to-cover and more specifically from the incident response and intrusion detection perspective. Most of the backdoor and C2 implants available and custom built have already been fingerprinted by antivirus and anti-malware systems.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 14, 2021

The first half of 2021 has seen explosive growth for our company, and the tremendous momentum we are enjoying is just the beginning of what will prove to be a momentous year for the entire Cybereason team. . The post Cybereason Extends Global Leadership in XDR with $275 Million in Crossover Financing appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Network visibility is a persistent problem for organizations. Back in 2019, Business Wire shared the results of a survey in which 65% of respondents said that a lack of visibility into their organizations’ IT security infrastructure was the top obstacle to the success of their Security Operations Center (SOC).

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ForAllSecure

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Estimates vary greatly, with some security vendors claiming dwell time is as low as 11 days with ransomware while others claim dwell time can be as high as 200 days or more with more sophisticated attacks. A lot of infosec’s knowledge is either tribal -- passed on from one person to another - or can be found in books.

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