CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 19, 2023

News is out that social security numbers of nearly 35,000 users were leaked in a cyber attack that could have emerged from a credential stuffing campaign launched by a state funded actor. According to the update provided by a source from PayPal, the attack took place on December 6 and was identified at the end of last month.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 7, 2022

A sophisticated cyber attack has reportedly disrupted the services of NHS UK’s telephone based medical service 111 number severely delaying response to medical emergencies. Although the ambulance services were being restored via backups, patients are still witnessing long delays in dispatch of ambulances.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

London based Giant Group has confirmed that its IT infrastructure was suffering repercussions gained through a cyber attack on September 24th,2021 and all its phone, email and other payroll related servers were facing digital disruption.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

Small businesses are more vulnerable to cyber-attacks since hackers view them as easy victims to target. While this may seem unlikely, statistics reveal that more than half of these businesses experienced some form of cyber-attack in 2022. Therefore, it’s crucial that small businesses make cybersecurity a top priority.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2024

Battling cybersecurity threats can often feel like an uphill struggle. Nonprofits often juggle tight budgets and unique operational demands, making it even more difficult to keep sensitive information safe—but here's the thing: you don't need a fortune to build a strong defense against the possible cyber threats out there.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

In our increasingly digital world, where technology permeates every aspect of our lives, cyber-security awareness has become an indispensable skill. With cyber threats on the rise, it is cru-cial for individuals and organizations to prioritize their online safety.

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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

MARCH 13, 2023

The Phishing email attack took place in the year 2021 and the Museum of Gloucester that identified the unauthorized intrusion is still being affected by the cyber incident. Acronis, the backup software developer and supplier, has downplayed the twitter speculations that its servers were compromised by a cyber-attack.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 18, 2021

Note- On March 15th, 2021 BPS released a press statement that its Information Technology infrastructure was targeted by hackers disrupting services related to teaching and administration to a certain extent.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 17, 2023

As a result, cybersecurity has become a top priority for businesses of all sizes. However, cybersecurity is not just about implementing security measures. Cybersecurity compliance refers to the process of ensuring that an organization’s cybersecurity measures meet relevant regulations and industry standards.

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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.

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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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IT Security Guru

JANUARY 26, 2024

In the current digital era, technology has become an integral part of various industries, and the transport industry is not left behind. Nevertheless, the development of IoT and fleet management systems brings up issues with cybersecurity risks.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 28, 2023

writes a cybersecurity prescription for the NHS and for social care, data protection hardware is becoming a big security gap, security specialist MITRE partners up to tackle supply chain security threats, while the E.U. turns its cyber attention to transport. UK Prescribes Dose of Cyber Security for Health Service The U.K.

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IT Security Guru

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Cybersecurity professionals stand on the frontlines, ever-vigilant against an increasing tide of cyber threats. The predictions are on their side, as more intense and frequent cyber attacks will drive up costs by 15% per year. Recognising the threat patterns Shaping a better cybersecurity future is imperative.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 6, 2021

Cybersecurity is not a One-Stop-Shop. But, the issues around cybersecurity are here to stay, and the gas pedal must not be eased – especially with the increased risks associated with continued remote working. The Importance of a Layered Approach Cybersecurity is not a one-stop-shop.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 21, 2021

The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) released guidance on how to prevent data breaches resulting from ransomware attacks. The fact sheet also recommends organizations to protect sensitive data belonging to customers or employees. Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook. Pierluigi Paganini.

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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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Herjavec Group

DECEMBER 16, 2020

At the onset of the year, we predicted that the top priority for any CISO or CIO will be to manage the risk associated with digital transformation and enhance their security programs in order to keep up with new technological complexity. What should C-suite executives account for in their cybersecurity roadmaps and risk registers?

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Researchers from cybersecurity firm TG Soft are warning Italian entities and companies of LockBit 3.0 Black and BlackCat/AlphV attacks. TG Soft ‘s CRAM researchers had the chance to test their Heuristic Behavioral technologies to combat even the variants of this family type of Ransomware attacks.

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Security Affairs

MAY 16, 2023

French electronics manufacturer Lacroix Group shut down three plants after a cyber attack, experts believe it was the victim of a ransomware attack. The French electronics manufacturer Lacroix Group shut down three facilities in France, Germany, and Tunisia in response to a cyber attack. We are in the final!

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Micheal Dell, the CEO and founder of Dell Technologies said that corporate companies can easily prevent ransomware attacks by going for a layered security approach. Dell serves its customers with a secure development life cycle assisted by supply chain initiatives like new backup software and managed security services.

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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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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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Security Affairs

JULY 3, 2023

Whether it’s due to accidental deletion, hardware failure, cyber-attacks, or natural disasters, the loss of valuable data can have devastating impacts on an organization. Without adequate backups, the data they house can be lost forever. Cyber Attacks: Cyber-attacks are another cause of data loss.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 22, 2020

And COVID-19 created a perfect storm of "bad situations" for cybersecurity. A sharp increase in technological reliance, be it through eCommerce or remote work, heightens the risk of cyber threats. Just ask Claire's, who recently experienced a malware attack linked to store closures.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 13, 2022

By Raffael Marty, SVP, Product, Cybersecurity at ConnectWise. One of the top cyber threats currently affecting companies is called ‘phishing’, in which a threat actor poses as a legitimate business colleague but follows up with a ransomware attack. Ransomware continues to dominate the headlines. Pre-Crisis Opportunities.

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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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Cisco Security

AUGUST 11, 2021

Cisco Security was honored to be a sponsor of the 24th Black Hat USA 2021 Conference – the internationally recognized cybersecurity event series providing the security community with the latest cutting-edge research, developments and training. Backups… Let’s Get This Out of the Way. ” -Wendy Nather.

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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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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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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. Indeed, companies that persist in viewing cyber and physical security as somehow separate seem to be among the favorite targets of ransomware actors. ”

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 9, 2022

While implementation of security technologies such as multi-factor authentication and encryption have slightly increased, we have not yet reached the level where the majority of applications, data and operational technology are fully protected. Therefore, immediate action is needed to deploy more robust cybersecurity strategies.

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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. ” Organizations can still be protected even if their EDR technologies only identify attack patterns rather than individual files, he said.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 6, 2021

Technology advancements have made it relatively easy for many employees to carry out their regular job duties from the comfort of their home. Your employers might be able to provide you with specific directions on how to handle certain aspects of your cybersecurity. You can keep a data backup on hardware or use a cloud-based service.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 12, 2021

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) and the FBI have issued guidance for protecting critical infrastructure from ransomware , shedding some light on the DarkSide attack that crippled the Colonial Pipeline and left much of the East Coast facing an energy shortage. User cybersecurity training. DarkSide methods.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 9, 2024

Culture change because everyone has to take up a role-appropriate set of responsibilities to protect and recover from cyber failure. Hospitals and healthcare entities have invested enormous sums into cybersecurity, the AHA said in its letter. This isn’t just IT's problem to deal with. Talk about tone deaf.

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