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AI likely to boost ransomware, warns government body

Malwarebytes

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

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Email Security Guide: Protecting Your Organization from Cyber Threats

CyberSecurity Insiders

Latest email security trends Phishing and spear-phishing attacks: Phishing is a type of social engineering attack where cybercriminals use deceptive emails to trick recipients into divulging sensitive information or downloading malware. These attacks often rely on social engineering tactics and email spoofing.

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Cyber Pearl Harbor Is Happening Right Now β€” It’s Ransomware

Daniel Miessler

Since 2007 the InfoSec industry has been talking about TheBigOneβ„’—the event that would change cyber threats from annoyances to existential concerns. They called it Cyber Pearl Harbor. That moment hasn’t happened (yet), but I think we’ve become the frog in the boiling cyber-water. It just looks different.

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What do Cyber Threat Actors do with your information?

Zigrin Security

Malware and Ransomware Malware, short for malicious software, is a broad term that encompasses various types of software designed to harm or gain unauthorized access to systems. Ransomware on the other hand encrypts victims’ data and demands a ransom in exchange for the decryption key. Share it with your friends.

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SHARED INTEL: How ransomware evolved from consumer trickery to deep enterprise hacks

The Last Watchdog

Ransomware is undoubtedly one of the most unnerving phenomena in the cyber threat landscape. Related: What local government can do to repel ransomware Ransomware came into existence in 1989 as a primitive program dubbed the AIDS Trojan that was spreading via 5.25-inch None of these early threats went pro.

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Enhancing Cybersecurity Awareness: A Comprehensive Guide

CyberSecurity Insiders

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. Stay vigilant, stay informed, and stay secure.

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LW ROUNDTABLE: Cybersecurity takeaways of 2023 β€” and what’s ahead in 2024 ( part 3)

The Last Watchdog

ai Antani Many speculated that the ransomware attack on a Toyota supply chain player in Kojima, Japan was in retaliation for Japan’s aid to Ukraine. The cyber threat landscape is evolving rapidly. Their guidance: Snehal Antani , CEO, Horizon3.ai Nearly $400 million was lost as 28 Toyota production lines shut down.