SecureWorld News

JANUARY 16, 2025

Regularly updating and patching systems, including antivirus software, firewalls, and SCADA networks, can mitigate this risk. Multi-factor authentication (MFA): MFA ensures that access to critical systems is granted only after verifying user credentials through multiple channels.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 5, 2022

Let’s walk through some practical steps organizations can take today, implementing zero trust and remote access strategies to help reduce ransomware risks: •Obvious, but difficult – get end users to stop clicking unknown links and visiting random websites that they know little about, an educational challenge. Best practices.

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The Hacker News

MARCH 20, 2025

Veeam has released security updates to address a critical security flaw impacting its Backup & Replication software that could lead to remote code execution. A vulnerability allowing remote code execution (RCE) by authenticated domain users," the The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-23120, carries a CVSS score of 9.9 out of 10.0.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 23, 2025

Manufacturing: IP theft and ransomware are top risks; OT/ICS systems still lag in basic controls. These tasks can replace some of the more manual, repetitive tasks that security teams usually perform, however, security professionals are still needed to tune this automation and define policy based on risk tolerance.

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Jane Frankland

MAY 3, 2025

While details remain sparse, reports suggest social engineering tactics like phishing, SIM swapping, and multi-factor authentication (MFA) fatigue attacks may have been used to infiltrate systems. Cybersecurity isnt just an IT problem; its central to risk management, operational continuity, and customer trust.

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Google Security

APRIL 24, 2023

Christiaan Brand, Group Product Manager We are excited to announce an update to Google Authenticator , across both iOS and Android, which adds the ability to safely backup your one-time codes (also known as one-time passwords or OTPs) to your Google Account. It’s also the primary entry point for risks, making it important to protect.

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Tripwire’s tips for all organizations on avoiding ransomware attacks include: Making secure offsite backups. Using hard-to-crack unique passwords to protect sensitive data and accounts, as well as enabling multi-factor authentication. Encrypting sensitive data wherever possible. Encrypting sensitive data wherever possible.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Bitdefender observed an attack on a healthcare organization, where threat actors encrypted Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server devices, including backups. Once complete, the decryptor will automatically unlock the drive and disable smart card authentication. The encryption process took just 2.5 ” concludes the report.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 16, 2022

US CISA added two vulnerabilities impacting Veeam Backup & Replication software to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added two vulnerabilities impacting Veeam Backup & Replication software, tracked as CVE-2022-26500 and CVE-2022-26501 (CVSS 3.1

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Krebs on Security

MAY 7, 2022

Apple , Google and Microsoft announced this week they will soon support an approach to authentication that avoids passwords altogether, and instead requires users to merely unlock their smartphones to sign in to websites or online services. “I worry about forgotten password recovery for cloud accounts.”

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Security Affairs

APRIL 8, 2023

US CISA has added Veritas Backup Exec flaws, which were exploited in ransomware attacks, to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. Unlike other ALPHV affiliates, UNC4466 doesn’t rely on stolen credentials for initial access to victim environments.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Make it clear that mixing work and pleasure on the same device comes with security risks. Lock things down Having a strict policy to protect your important assets with strong passwords and multi-factor authentication (MFA) should be a no-brainer. Make sure you have backups that are as recent as possible and that are easy to deploy.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 3, 2023

Following criticism, Google has decided to bring end-to-end encryption (E2EE) to its Google Authenticator cloud backups. The search giant recently introduced a feature that allows users back up two-factor authentication ( 2FA ) tokens to the cloud, but the lack of encryption caused some commentators to warn people off using it.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 6, 2021

Set-up 2-factor authentication. Two-factor authentication or two-step verification involves adding a step to add an extra layer of protection to accounts. You can keep a data backup on hardware or use a cloud-based service. That is where a password manager for business comes in to help keep track of passwords.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Chinese threat actors use Quad7 botnet in password-spray attacks FBI arrested former Disney World employee for hacking computer menus and mislabeling allergy info Sophos details five years of China-linked threat actors’ activity targeting network devices worldwide PTZOptics cameras zero-days actively exploited in the wild New LightSpy spyware (..)

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

The group has been observed leaking stolen data, potentially putting individuals and businesses at risk. Security is a financial risk, especially if these vendors have access to your environment or if sensitive information (like PII) is shared." The third-party vendor breached in the attack was not identified.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 17, 2025

To mitigate the risk of Medusa ransomware attacks, CISA and the FBI recommend the following measures: Update systems regularly: Ensure operating systems, software, and firmware are patched and up to date to close known vulnerabilities. Organizations must proactively implement robust cybersecurity measures to defend against such attacks.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 18, 2024

When assessing the overall security of cloud storage and choosing a solution tailored to your business, it helps to determine its features, potential risks, security measures, and other considerations. CSP collaboration improves the security environment where there’s a need to mitigate the emerging risks quickly and comprehensively.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 30, 2024

Cloud storage risks involve potential external threats and vulnerabilities that jeopardize the security of stored data. Risks can lead to issues, but at the same time, you can prevent the risks by addressing these issues. Migration challenges result in incomplete transfers, which expose critical information to risk.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 17, 2025

The findings reveal that the public approaches cybersecurity as a patchwork quilt, implementing some best practices while forgoing others, and engaging in a few behaviors that carry significant risk online. For instance, 63% said they check that [their] security software is up to date, while 53% said they backup [their] data.

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NetSpi Technical

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

It focuses on distilling data related to shares configured with excessive privileges to better understand their relationships and risk. Open cmd.exe and execute PowerShell or PowerShell ISE using the runas command so that network communication authenticates using a provided set of domain credentials. Is the share writable?

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Malwarebytes

MAY 1, 2025

Social media account hacks are not only a risk to content creatorstheyre a risk to any business with a legitimate online audience. These attachments could contain malware that steals passwords, data, and multifactor authentication codes. Create offsite, offline backups. Dont get attacked twice.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 4, 2025

Main Street Bank: supply chain risks resurface Massachusetts-based Main Street Bank reported a cyberattack through a third-party IT provider, resulting in personal data exposure for approximately 5% of its customer base. These entry points underscore the importance of managing risks within broader supply chain relationships."

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Update the incident response plan to include procedures such as the internal process for responding to cybersecurity events, recovery from backups, and conducting a root cause analysis after an event. Conduct annual tests of the incident response plan, disaster recovery plan, and backup systems.

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Webroot

MARCH 3, 2025

The growing risks to your data During the third quarter of 2024, data breaches exposed more than 422 million records worldwide. Millions of customers were put at risk when their social security numbers, phone numbers, and other sensitive personal information were leaked. Document disposal Shred sensitive documents.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 21, 2024

In contrast, more mature organizations quantify risk, comparing the original risk against the cost of the solution and the residual risk after deployment to decide whether to proceed with the purchase. Some focus on the solution's problem-solving capabilities, suitability, and efficacy.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Implementing Security Measures Taking proactive steps can significantly reduce your risk of falling victim to ClickFix attacks: Use updated security software: Ensure your antivirus and anti-malware programs are up-to-date. Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA): Implementing MFA adds layer of security to your accounts.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Nonprofits are equally at risk, and often lack cybersecurity measures. Given the risk involved, small businesses and nonprofits must consider prioritizing cybersecurity policies and practices to stay protected, retain customers, and remain successful. The average cost of a cybersecurity breach was $4.45

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Centraleyes

MARCH 10, 2025

Privacy: Focuses on safeguarding personally identifiable information (PII) Each category addresses specific risks and priorities, allowing organizations to tailor their SOC 2 audit to their business needs. Practical implementation includes requiring MFA to access sensitive systems using tools like Google Authenticator or Duo.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

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

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IT Security Guru

JUNE 13, 2024

This is an urgent notice to inform you that your data has been compromised, and we have secured a backup.” These attackers appear to be using the stolen GitHub credentials of users who have not enabled two-factor authentication (2FA). Over recent months, GitHub-related security incidents have increased.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

But what exactly are passkeys, and why are they considered the future of authentication? With Password Day coming up this Saturday, it’s the perfect time to discuss the future of authentication. Passkeys leverage public-key cryptography to authenticate users without requiring them to remember or type in a password.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 2, 2025

Breaches can disrupt care delivery and put lives at risk, not to mention lead to hefty compliance fines. Healthcare executives are responding by viewing cybersecurity not just as an IT issue, but as a core business risk. The report highlights that this surge in security spending has even created a $3.2

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Malwarebytes

JULY 27, 2021

Unitrends is a Kaseya company and a provider of all-in-one enterprise backup and continuity solutions. It can serve as a cloud-based enterprise backup and disaster recovery solution that can be used as a stand-alone solution or as an add-on for the Kaseya VSA remote management platform.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 24, 2023

This problem, called ransomware , explains why keeping backups is so important. Hijackers’ demands lose power when you can just recover your operations from backups. Smart business leaders choose to be proactive and manage the risks by staying current with cybersecurity solutions.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 25, 2021

intelligence officials — had to have either stolen or spoofed the digital certificate SolarWinds used to authenticate the software updates in question. Dornbush: The big takeaway is that third-party risk is real and not likely to be measurable via a standard form or checklist. Your people make all the difference.

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IT Security Guru

MAY 20, 2024

Here are some tips for creating an effective security policy: Assess security needs: Evaluate your current security landscape and identify potential risks. Implement Multi-Factor Authentication Multi-factor authentication (MFA) requires multiple verification methods to access an account online, significantly enhancing protection.

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