SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

If you’re wondering how to protect your small business against a cyber attack, you’re not alone. Almost 60% of cyber attack victims are small businesses, and within two years of the first attack, the likelihood that a small business will experience another is approximately 28%.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 21, 2021

A data breach can potentially cripple your organization, so it’s crucial to set up firewalls and prop up valuable cyber defenses to protect sensitive data. However, not all cyber attacks occur digitally. On top of secured data infrastructure, it helps to be conscious of your physical cybersecurity exposure.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 1, 2022

United States CISA has issued a cyber threat warning to all web connected UPS devices as they were on the verge of being cyber attacked. UPS Devices are emergency power backup solutions that offer electric power help in the time of emergency to hospitals, industries, data centers and utilities.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

A destructive cyberattack hit the email provider VFEmail, a hacker wiped its servers in the United States, including the backup systems. An unknown attacker has launched a destructive cyber attack against the email provider VFEmail, he erased information on its server including backups, 18 years’ worth of customer emails were lost. “We

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 1, 2023

Cybersecurity is practice of protecting information technology (IT) infrastructure assets such as computers, networks, mobile devices, servers, hardware, software, and data (personal & financial) against attacks, breaches and unauthorised access. Sometimes theft of PII can lead to identity theft too. to protect sensitive data.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Small businesses rarely have the capacity to hire a full-time cybersecurity professional, and the basic blocking and tackling of securing an organization can be overlooked, resulting in weak defenses that are vulnerable to even the less sophisticated or targeted cyberattacks. Many times, the issue is sheer size and staffing.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

If that’s so, then Veeam Backup and Replication software is offering a data recovery warranty of $5 million from ransomware attacks. Veeam’s Premium Edition offers Modern Data Protection and Recovery capabilities against many cyber attacks, including those emerging out of file encrypting malware.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 24, 2022

The education sector is increasingly vulnerable to simple and sophisticated cyber threats, and higher learning is especially vulnerable. These attacks also tend to be more successful in access and payout in the event of ransom demands, with 74% of attacks ending successfully for hackers. Whitworth University compromised.

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Cytelligence

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

CYPFER, a leading cybersecurity firm, understands that a cybersecurity strategy must be right sized for a company. With the correct mix of strategies and frameworks, the playing field can level out and lean security teams can effectively defend against cyber threats.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 6, 2021

Your employers might be able to provide you with specific directions on how to handle certain aspects of your cybersecurity. Here are some cybersecurity best practices tips that apply more than ever when it comes to remote workers carrying out their duties securely. Use strong passwords. Secure home router. Back-up your data.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 21, 2022

With the cybersecurity landscape more unpredictable than ever, it can be difficult to predict what’s going to happen tomorrow, let alone in the next 12 months. 2 – Cybersecurity budget cuts introduce new threats. 3 – Credential-based attacks will continue to rise. Darren James, Head of Internal IT, Specops Software.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2023

Nearly half of EDR tools and organizations are vulnerable to Clop ransomware gang tactics, according to tests by a cybersecurity company. Cybersecurity experts have discovered extensive use of the zero-day vulnerability in MOVEit Transfer. Encrypt backup data to ensure the data infrastructure’s immutability and coverage.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 14, 2022

According to the advisory that was issued with the help of leading cybersecurity firms (Dragos, Mandiant, Microsoft, Palo Alto Networks, and Schneider Electric), nation-state hacking groups were able to hack multiple industrial systems using a new ICS-focused malware toolkit dubbed PIPEDREAM that was discovered in early 2022.

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Cisco Security

OCTOBER 18, 2021

About 15 years ago, the idiom began to be applied to cybersecurity, where the risk management continuum values the investment in protection to mitigate the negative consequences of a cyber incident. Achieving “Left of Boom” cybersecurity is a journey on which every CISO should be embarked. Some “Left of Boom” Processes.

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Responsible Cyber

APRIL 8, 2020

Small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly at risk of cyber-attacks, and often serve as a launch pad for larger threat campaigns, according to Cisco’s 2018 SMB Cybersecurity Report. Humans remain the biggest and most common cybersecurity threat to businesses of all sizes.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 18, 2024

Data Security & Recovery Measures Reliable CSPs provide high-level security and backup services; in the event of data loss, recovery is possible. Users have direct control over data security but are also responsible for backup procedures and permanently lost data in the event of device damage or loss.

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Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Understanding these methods is essential for implementing effective cybersecurity measures. Phishing Attacks Phishing attacks are one of the most common and successful methods used by hackers. Hackers use automated tools to rapidly attempt multiple password combinations, exploiting weak or easily guessable passwords.

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Herjavec Group

OCTOBER 1, 2021

In this piece, Robert discusses Cybersecurity Awareness Month (CSAM) and his message to his fellow business leaders as a champion of the global initiative. This National Cybersecurity Awareness Mo­­nth, what message do you have for fellow business leaders? Should the everyday individual be concerned with the topic of cybersecurity?

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Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Five months later, Gunnebo disclosed it had suffered a cyber attack targeting its IT systems that forced the shutdown of internal servers. But the password to the Gunnebo RDP account — “password01” — suggests the security of its IT systems may have been lacking in other areas as well. ”

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SC Magazine

JUNE 9, 2021

President and Chief Executive Officer, Colonial Pipeline testifies during a hearing on the Hill to examine threats to critical infrastructure, focusing on the Colonial Pipeline cyber attack. “It’s the only way we’re going to learn that these attacks continue to change, [that] there’s variants of these attacks.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 16, 2022

OPSWAT is a global leader in IT, OT and ICS critical infrastructure cybersecurity solutions. How did you get started in cybersecurity? Computer networking goes hand in hand with cyber security. Computer networking brought me into the cyber security world. Now when it comes to cybersecurity.

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Security Affairs

MAY 25, 2021

Bose Corporation has announced it was the victim of a ransomware attack that took place earlier this year, on March 7. According to the breach notification letter filed by Bose, the company was hit by a sophisticated cyber attack, threat actors deployed ransomware within its infreastructure. ” continues the letter.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 1, 2019

First, there’s a tool called the Rapid Cyber Risk Scorecard. NormShield, the Vienna, VA-based, cybersecurity firm that supplies this service, recently ran scores for all of the 26 declared presidential candidates — and found the average cyber risk score to be B+.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Bookstore giant Barnes & Noble has disclosed a cyber attack and that the threat actors have exposed the customers’ data. A series of messages published on Barnes & Noble’s Nook social media accounts state that it had suffered a system failure and is working to restore operations by restoring their server backups.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Ransomware: Why do backups fail when you need them most? Other cybersecurity news. Sinclair Broadcast Group says it suffered a ransomware attack and has had data stolen. Source: The Record) Australia announces critical infrastructure reforms to protect the essential infrastructure in the event of a major cyber-attack.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

A major focus of cybersecurity as an industry is its efforts to detect, root out, and respond to potential fraudsters attempting to trick companies and people out of their money, data, or both. This made a lot of sense, especially in the earlier days of the Internet where cybersecurity measures were nowhere near as robust as they are today.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 19, 2022

There is no need for criminals to jimmy a lock if they can steal a key, and the keys to your kingdom are your users’ passwords. In theory , putting those keys out of reach is easy: You just need all your users to choose strong, unique passwords for every account they use, all the time. Make offsite, offline backups.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 16, 2022

Cyber attackers, fraudsters, and hackers target both small-scale, midsized, and large online ecom enterprises. . . According to research, frauds and cyber attacks are among the top three threats weighing on the US business environment – with a weightage of 65%. . Create strong passwords. Authentication frauds.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 20, 2022

From the H-Hotel release : “ unknown persons carried out a cyber attack on the IT network of the hotel company H-Hotels.com, which led to restrictions in digital communication. The cyber attack was discovered by the hotel company's IT security systems on Sunday. When an attack happens, who is contacted first?

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SiteLock

OCTOBER 7, 2021

After the initial outbreak, members of the cybersecurity community were confused about what exactly Bad Rabbit is. Designed to encrypt and lock files, Bad Rabbit is a type of ransomware that spreads through “drive-by-attacks” where insecure websites are compromised. Perform regular backups. Enforce strong password controls.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 12, 2021

Automated security risk assessments can be a good way to take your cybersecurity defenses to the next level and make your organization more efficient at the same time. Security risk assessments are one of the best measures your organization can take to protect the organization from cyber threats. Password protocols.

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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. To detect attacks, scan all emails and conduct regular data backups. For added account protection, use strong passwords and activate multi-factor authentication. using the LockBit 2.0

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 28, 2020

As coronavirus-themed cyber attacks ramp up, consumers and companies must practice digital distancing to keep themselves protected. Social engineering invariably is the first step in cyber attacks ranging from phishing and ransomware to business email compromise ( BEC ) scams and advanced persistent threat ( APT ) hacks.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

A penetration test , or pen test, is the simulation of a cyber attack. This critical IT security practice isn’t the same as a vulnerability assessment or vulnerability scanning, though, as pen testing involves an actual attack similar to what hackers would do in real-world conditions. Best Password Crackers.

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Spinone

OCTOBER 27, 2020

With each passing year, cybersecurity threats grow more prevalent, advanced, and ominous for your business. IBM’s “ 2019 Cost of a Data Breach Report ” details the costs that come from a data breach as a result of various cybersecurity risks. What is a cybersecurity risk assessment? Why is it important?

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Spinone

JULY 16, 2020

This role involves managing every aspect of users’ (but not admins’) accounts, like changing a user name, password, or security settings, deleting accounts, etc. With 2-step verification, you can protect an account using both password and a mobile phone. A password is required to log in. User Management Admin.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 22, 2019

Drone attacks hit two Saudi Arabia Aramco oil plants. A flaw in LastPass password manager leaks credentials from previous site. Australia is confident that China was behind attack on parliament, political parties. Backup files for Lion Air and parent airlines exposed and exchanged on forums.

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