SecureWorld News

MARCH 20, 2024

Ransomware attacks have become a significant threat to organizations of all kinds worldwide, with attackers encrypting data and demanding payment for its release. In this regard, many have touted cyber insurance as the knight in shining armor, the end all-be all in terms of mitigating criminals' assaults on your network.

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Webroot

JANUARY 20, 2021

Malware is the second big threat facing businesses. It encompasses a variety of cyber threats, such as trojans and viruses. Ransomware is one of the most common cyber-attacks, hitting thousands of businesses every year. According to Forbes, ransomware payments have more than doubled in the last 12 months.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 25, 2024

The British National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) says it expects Artificial Intelligence (AI) to heighten the global ransomware threat. The NCSC confirmed, saying: “All types of cyber threat actor – state and non-state, skilled and less skilled – are already using AI, to varying degrees.”

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 12, 2021

Microsoft, the American technology giant has teamed up with Darktrace to help customers detect and respond to cyber threats in an automated way. Darktrace AI has the potential to promptly detect remote working cyber risks, ransomware threats, data loss, supply chain vulnerabilities, phishing, and insider threats.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 31, 2023

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free for you in your email box. Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 28, 2024

Department of Treasury on March 27th released a report titled "Managing Artificial Intelligence-Specific Cybersecurity Risks in the Financial Services Sector." The report highlights the growing concern around artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential to introduce new cybersecurity threats to the financial industry.

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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Mortgage loan servicing company SN Servicing Corporation notified at least two states in recent weeks of a ransomware attack on its systems. Filings submitted to the California and Vermont state attorneys general disclosed that the company was hit by ransomware attacks on or around Oct.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 30, 2021

Cyber Security firm DarkTrace that uses the technology of Artificial Intelligence to track down cyber threats is nowadays busy protecting the computer network of British Fashion retailer Ted Baker.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 3, 2021

President Joe Biden announced that the US will work with 30 countries to curb cybercrime and dismantle ransomware gangs that are targeting organizations worldwide. The coalition also aims at managing both the risks and opportunities associated with the adoption of emerging technologies like quantum computing and artificial intelligence.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

The generative AI application has revolutionized not only the world of artificial intelligence but is impacting almost every industry. While cybersecurity teams can leverage ChatGPT defensively, the lower barrier to entry for launching a cyberattack has both complicated and escalated the threat landscape.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 30, 2022

Given this fact, businesses should note the growing number of security issues and cyber threats. More and more businesses are using artificial intelligence (AI) to improve efficiency. However, deploying unproven artificial intelligence (AI) could result in unexpected outcomes, including a higher risk of cybercrime.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 17, 2023

Regular readers of our monthly ransomware review ( read our April edition here ) know that Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) gangs have been making headlines globally with their disruptive attacks on organizations. Looking at the ROI of MDR 3 ways MDR can drive business growth for MSPs Cyber threat hunting for SMBs: How MDR can help

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 7, 2021

As we near 2022, the cyber threat landscape remains just as ominous. Strategic perspectives provide a glimpse of what cyber-trends will be pervasive, and tactical is focuses on what technical and policy remedies will need to be prioritized by CISOs, CIOs, and their IT shops. Ransomware. forbes.com). STRATEGIC FORCAST.

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NetSpi Executives

JANUARY 8, 2024

From the emergence of the MOVEit vulnerability to the wide adoption of ChatGPT and its associated security risks, nearly every industry was impacted by cyber threats. We asked our global team to weigh in on the trends they anticipate shaping the new year and what will help push the need for proactive security.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 11, 2024

Notably, artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as a double-edged sword. One prominent threat is business email compromise (BEC), which remains a leading vector for cyber threats. As an entry point for major ransomware and fraud, BEC also contributes to supply chain compromise incidents.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 7, 2022

From advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) to the continued evolution of ransomware and cyberattacks, the coming year is sure to bring significant developments in the world of cybersecurity. Artificial Intelligence will be crucial. I t will be crucial for everyone to stay informed and prepared.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 5, 2022

Right now, modern tech is pushing the envelope of what is possible in the doctor’s office and the patient’s home, as telehealth and artificial intelligence transform the landscape of medical care. When it comes to improving safety, few technological innovations have contributed more than artificial intelligence.

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BH Consulting

MAY 23, 2023

Irish Data protection and privacy newsround Recent weeks have seen privacy regulators stampede towards clamping down on artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT (does that make it a banned-wagon?). MORE The National Cyber Security Index ranks countries’ cyber threat readiness.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 27, 2023

Enterprises worldwide are trying to defend themselves against attacks such as ransomware, phishing, distributed denial of service and more. Protect your business with regular security audits The cybersecurity landscape is evolving rapidly, with more threats emerging and attacks becoming more sophisticated than ever before.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 3, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) will play an increasingly important role on both sides, as threat actors use malicious AI and enterprises employ the technology to proactively find and preemptively eliminate threats. Without automation, continuously protecting them all will be impossible.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Things like AI / ML, cloud computing, the cybersecurity skills gap, and ransomware are not really predictions but instead blatantly obvious. Ransomware as a threat is already established and well known. Ransomware attacks occur on a daily basis and 2021 has seen multiple ransomware events that have had a significant impact.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Protect against malware and ransomware. In fact, earlier this year, the FBI and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) alerted the public of an increase in ransomware attacks across weekends and holidays and sited several high-profile attacks occurring across holidays. Don’t overlook mobile security.

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Jane Frankland

JANUARY 9, 2024

They include monitoring for potential threats and incidents, responding to confirmed breaches, and providing support for incident investigation processes. Many will also use advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics to improve detection accuracy and speed up response times.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JUNE 16, 2022

As new technologies, like artificial intelligence, cloud computing, blockchain, and the Internet of Things (IoT), become increasingly prominent in the workplace, digital trust practitioners will need to adapt responsibly and safely. Advance Trust with Awareness and Culture.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Especially because Accenture was hit with ransomware this year. On page 34 of the report, Accenture dives into the risk that cyber poses to the business. But how does Accenture explain these cyber threats to its connected way of doing business around the globe? L egal, reputational and financial risks?

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 22, 2022

Ransomware Drives Up Costs, Lowers Coverage. Not surprisingly, ransomware insurance has become popular and is included in many policies. This is driven by the proliferation of cyber claims across the entire market, particularly ransomware related. billion in direct written premiums. AI, ML Playing a Role.

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Spinone

JUNE 8, 2018

From identity theft to credit card numbers being taken away, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence play an instrumental role in establishing new standards for cyber security. The post Cyber Security Combo: Big Data, Machine Learning and AI first appeared on SpinOne.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 6, 2022

Microsoft goes on to say that that “while not perfect and some destructive attacks have been successful, these cyber defenses have proven stronger than offensive cyber capabilities.”. 4) In coordination with these other cyber activities, Russian agencies are conducting global cyber influence operations to support their war efforts. (5)

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Threat Intelligence (TI) representation across different levels There is a lot of information on cyberattacks on the internet, and, as a rule, the most helpful information is contained in cyber threat reports ( Threat Intelligence Reports ). Embracing automation and artificial intelligence.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 3, 2018

In the previous post , we looked at Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in general terms. Machine learning and artificial intelligence are both extremely powerful technology buzzwords these days when it comes to parsing through the enormous amount of data that is readily available to today’s systems.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

A fine example of this is the 2020 Magellan Health ransomware attack where the records of over 1 million individuals were revealed. Then they can use artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze how the victim communicates through email. They achieve this by building a composite of email interactions.

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Joseph Steinberg

AUGUST 16, 2021

Two recent ransomware attacks successfully breached computers at wastewater management plants in the US State of Maine , according to a statement by the state’s Department of Environmental Protection.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 26, 2023

Unfortunately, the increasing reliance on digital systems and capabilities has also attracted an ever-growing number of malicious actors seeking to defraud businesses through phishing , social engineering , or ransomware attacks. The end result of these types of cyber attacks are often highly public and damaging data breaches.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 16, 2021

With 13% of human-related breaches containing ransomware and 10% of ransomware attacks costing organizations an average of $1 million, IT security teams need to be prepared for the worst. Ransomware, virus, and malware removal. It also alerts the organization only when a credible threat is detected.

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Joseph Steinberg

JANUARY 22, 2024

The new book, now available for purchase online worldwide and in stores throughout Europe, helps people stay cyber-safe regardless of their technical skill sets, and teaches readers how hackers attack systems.

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Joseph Steinberg

JANUARY 18, 2024

The Rising Threat Landscape: Complexity With each passing day, the cyber threat landscape becomes more sophisticated, complicated, and aggressive. By taking a proactive stance, these specialists contribute significantly to the overall resilience of the business against cyber threats.

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Penetration Testing

DECEMBER 21, 2023

In the shadowy realms of cyberspace, threats evolve as swiftly as the technologies they exploit. At the heart of... The post Beyond Breaches: 2024’s Cyber War – Extortion, Manipulation, and New Battlegrounds appeared first on Penetration Testing.

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