CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 17, 2022

Although a relatively unsophisticated cybercrime, they can shut down servers, expose data, paralyze 911 centers, and disrupt traffic management systems. The prevalence of portable devices again exacerbates cyber risks. A coordinated attack in the fall of 2019 hit 22 smaller Texas communities at once for a combined ransom of $2.5

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Even the smallest business can become a target for cybercrime, with cyber threats increasingly affecting organizations of all sizes. Are you prepared to defend against the rising tide of cyber threats? Lack of Awareness Many small business owners remain unaware of the specific cyber risks targeting their businesses.

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Digital Shadows

OCTOBER 23, 2024

This concealed their attack until the environment was encrypted and backups were sabotaged. In this report, we explore Scattered Spider’s evolution from low-level cybercrimes to partnering with ransomware groups to target major organizations. Our investigation uncovered an NTDS.dit file on the attacker’s VM.

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Responsible Cyber

APRIL 8, 2020

Despite constant warnings from the cyber security industry, people still fall victim to phishing every day. As cybercrime has become well-funded and increasingly sophisticated, phishing remains one of the most effective methods used by criminals to introduce malware into businesses. Phishing and Spear Phishing.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Types of cyber risks By probability: Unlikely, e.g., the infection with an old virus Likely, e.g., data breach through shadow IT. Harmful, e.g., the deletion of files in the absence of data backup. HR The psychological impact of cybercrime on the organization’s employees. Highly probable, e.g., a ransomware attack.

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Jane Frankland

APRIL 28, 2022

It’s a roller coaster of a time to lead, as CIOs, CISOs and CTOs are having to deal with more users, data, devices, technologies, connectivity, mobility, regulations, risks, and threats than they care to. Cyber risks top worldwide business concerns in 2022.

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Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Initial Access Broker (IAB) activity increased by 16% during the reporting period, heavily targeting US-based organizations due to perceived financial capability from cyber insurance. GreyMatter DRP generates alerts that are categorized by risk type and provides context that can allow organizations to take proactive remediation responses.

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Cytelligence

AUGUST 8, 2023

While large corporations often make headlines when they fall victim to cybercrime, the impact on small businesses can be equally devastating, if not more so. A cyber security audit is an essential first step in identifying vulnerabilities and weaknesses in the organization’s digital infrastructure.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 30, 2021

Additionally, there were no alternative or backup systems in place for Rubenstein to access his laboratory information since all of the Defendant's lab results and lab orders are electronically stored and accessible.". These lawsuits prove again that cyber risk is business risk and the consequences can drag on for years in court.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 30, 2021

Additionally, there were no alternative or backup systems in place for Rubenstein to access his laboratory information since all of the Defendant's lab results and lab orders are electronically stored and accessible.". These lawsuits prove again that cyber risk is business risk and the consequences can drag on for years in court.

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Digital Shadows

OCTOBER 23, 2024

This concealed their attack until the environment was encrypted and backups were sabotaged. In this report, we explore Scattered Spider’s evolution from low-level cybercrimes to partnering with ransomware groups to target major organizations. Our investigation uncovered an NTDS.dit file on the attacker’s VM.

Social Engineering 52

Social Engineering Accountability Engineering Backups 52

Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

For Lockbit, who have been the most active group since early 2021, it is possible that the current war between Russia and Ukraine may take law enforcement focus away from cybercrime as many western law enforcement agencies are likely more preoccupied with stopping Russian nation state sponsored activity.

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Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Initial Access Broker (IAB) activity increased by 16% during the reporting period, heavily targeting US-based organizations due to perceived financial capability from cyber insurance. GreyMatter DRP generates alerts that are categorized by risk type and provides context that can allow organizations to take proactive remediation responses.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Kip Boyle, vCISO, Cyber Risk Opportunities LLC: The Challenge of Cultivating Buy-in from Leadership and Employees "Cybersecurity professionals will continue to face a critical challenge: cultivating genuine buy-in from both senior leaders and employees. While resistance is important, recovery is paramount.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 5, 2025

The impact will be felt well beyond the involved countries of Canada, USA, Mexico, and China," said Kenrick Bagnall , Founder, KONCYBER & RB-Cyber Assurance; Royal Candian Mounted Police (RCMP) Contractor/Instructor; Toronto Police Service (Cybercrime Unit) (Ret.). " These tariffs will create real cyber risks.

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Krebs on Security

MARCH 4, 2022

.” Conti managers were hyper aware that their employees handled incredibly sensitive and invaluable data stolen from companies, information that would sell like hotcakes on the underground cybercrime forums. “They are insured for cyber risks, so what are we waiting for?” “We are Conti Group.

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Adam Levin

MARCH 2, 2020

And it wasn’t because the media paid more attention to this relative newcomer in the area of cybercrime. Bear in mind that your data backups will be of no use if they are also encrypted by a ransomware attack, so keep them stored separately and offline.

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