SecureWorld News

JANUARY 19, 2023

That is how James McQuiggan, CISSP, Security Awareness Advocate for KnowBe4, kicked off the recent SecureWorld Remote Sessions webcast titled, "Ransomware, Ransom-war, and Ran-some-where: What We Can Learn When the Hackers Get Hacked." They're getting into the network, they're installing malware, maybe additional malware, as well.

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SC Magazine

JULY 1, 2021

This creates a major gap in security awareness, considering the 65,000 ransomware attacks deployed in the U.S. With biotech roles emerging into security positions, there’s a simultaneous learning inertia with understanding how to create security to enable business operations.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 20, 2023

— CybeReady, a global leader in security awareness training, today announced the release of its informative guide, “Five Workforce Security Strategies to Consider During Summer Holidays.” “By adhering to these tips and incorporating them into your vacation routine, you can secure a safe and delightful experience.”

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Spinone

DECEMBER 17, 2018

G Suite for Education backup and security should be taken seriously as GSFE (formerly known as Google Apps for Education) puts creative, nimble, and flexible learning at the center of the educational experience. How to Ensure G Suite for Education Backup and Security? What is Google G Suite for Education (GSFE)?

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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. This article will provide you with a comprehensive guide on how to create cybersecurity awareness and protect yourself and your digital assets from potential threats.

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Webroot

AUGUST 10, 2022

When was the last time you secretly smiled when ransomware gangs had their bitcoin stolen, their malware servers shut down, or were forced to disband? MALWARE CONTINUES TO ITERATE, AND GROW. In fact, there are 31% fewer infections when endpoint and DNS protection are combined. PHISHING PREYED ON A VOLATILE MARKET.

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IT Security Guru

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

They urgently insist on immediate action, which typically involves payment or granting remote access to the victim’s device, only to introduce malware or steal data. Unsuspecting users who click these malevolent ads may unknowingly download malware or ransomware onto their devices.

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SC Magazine

MARCH 15, 2021

The school districts of Rockford, Illinois and Rockingham County, North Carolina learned some very valuable lessons in transparency and communication, timely incident response, access management, data redundancy and disaster recovery after each experienced a debilitating malware attack years ago. It appears the training has been effective.

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Webroot

APRIL 13, 2021

And, since even firewalls can be circumvented, it means keeping backups of all business data so you never have to pay a ransom to get your data back. Attacks like BEC are less about malware and more about manipulating people. This is why security awareness training with phishing simulations are increasingly important.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 12, 2022

Backups Wiped Out But Tape, Snapshots Survive. As the backup account had been compromised and the backup server wiped out, online backups were useless. Although the backup server was useless, the company had retained a copy of all its data on tape. Also read: Best Backup Solutions for Ransomware Protection.

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Vipre

MAY 5, 2021

Yes, endpoint security is a vital element in your malware defense, but it cannot do the job alone. End users are targets, employees and individuals should be aware of the threat of ransomware and how it is delivered. . Do you backup your business data regularly? Do you have anti-phishing email security?

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Webroot

MARCH 9, 2021

And, according to Verizon , “[Ransomware] is a big problem that is getting bigger, and the data indicates a lack of protection from this type of malware in organizations.”. A strong backup solution is vital. Full-server backups or asking end users to manage their own backups aren’t the most feasible options.

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Webroot

JUNE 21, 2021

It may be as simple as the deployment of antivirus plus backup and recovery applications for your end users, or a more complex approach with security operations center (SOC) tools or managed response solutions coupled with network security tools such as DNS and Web filtering, network and endpoint firewalls, VPNs, backup and recovery and others.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

As its name suggests, ransomware is a type of malware that cybercriminals use to hold machines or data hostage until a ransom has been paid. It’s often spread through phishing emails or malicious websites, exploiting vulnerabilities and security flaws in outdated operating systems. they had a full backup. What Is Ransomware?

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Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

“As a result, AvosLocker indicators of compromise (IOCs) vary between indicators specific to AvosLocker malware and indicators specific to the individual affiliate responsible for the intrusion.” Implement network segmentation and maintain offline backups of data to ensure limited interruption to the organization.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

According to recent research, malware currently infects an estimated 12.8 Stop threats before they spread with automated website scanning and malware removal. To help protect your business from these cyber threats, you can use automated website scanning and malware removal solutions. million websites globally.

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NetSpi Executives

APRIL 27, 2024

Ransomware, a definition Ransomware is a set of malware technologies, hacking techniques, and social engineering tactics that cybercriminals use to cause harm, breach data, and render data unusable. Step 4: Attackers use malware and exploits off-the-shelf or customize the tools to create ransomware variants and new techniques.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 15, 2023

For example, threat actors are using new programming languages like Rust to help avoid detection by security software and exfiltrating data (instead of encrypting it) so they can threaten organizations that use backups. The post How to Know if You’ve Been Infected by Ransomware appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 23, 2023

Specifically, the agency added: Recommendations for preventing common initial infection vectors Updated recommendations to address cloud backups and zero trust architecture (ZTA). It is also important to repeat security awareness training regularly to keep your staff informed and vigilant. Create offsite, offline backups.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 6, 2021

This includes a layered combination of DNS networking, secure endpoint connections, and an educated and empowered human workforce. The need for DNS security cannot be ignored, especially with the rise of remote workforces, in order to monitor and manage internet access policies, as well as reduce malware.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

The good news is in the latter attack the victims restored its backups. The FBI provided the following mitigations to protect against ransomware attacks: Regularly back up data, air gap, and password protect backup copies offline. Install and regularly update anti-virus and anti-malware software on all hosts.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 1, 2021

As the threat landscape evolves faster than we can keep up with, organizations must be aware of the type of threats they may face. Certain threat types, like ransomware and malware, are more prominent and therefore must be fought with the appropriate resources. Other best practices : Maintain backups! Here they are: Gain Entry.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Also, phishing prevention, detection and remediation protect against wire-transfer and direct-deposit scams, malware installation, and credential theft that can give intruders network access. Operating system security. Core services security. Core services security. Database, web server and web app security.

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SiteLock

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

First discovered in 2016, Petya ransomware is a family of encrypting malware that targets Microsoft Windows-based computer systems. This type of malware infects the master boot record , essentially taking over the whole computer and causing its data to become inaccessible. Keeping operating systems and security software up to date.

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Herjavec Group

JULY 20, 2021

Ransomware” is a weaponized type of malware and viruses specially crafted by cybercriminals that uses encryption to lock up an organization’s critical information assets and sensitive data. This is often due to a lack of awareness, training, and a security-driven business culture as HG’s Founder and CEO, Robert Herjavec, recently discussed.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Certain cybersecurity best practices—such as utilizing multi-factor authentication (MFA), encrypting data, and creating and updating backups—are effective not only in preventing ransomware attacks and remediating incidents that may occur, but also in protecting an organization’s everyday IT activities.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 8, 2021

VSA ‘working folders’ typically operate within a ‘trust wall,’ which means malware scanners and other security tools are instructed to ignore whatever they’re doing. The hackers were thus able to deposit the malware and run a series of commands to hide the malicious activity from the malware-scanning tools.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

Cybercriminals take advantage of their weak security infrastructure and exploit the behavior of careless employees to launch insider threats and other cyber-attacks successfully. A report reveals various cyber-attacks that often target small businesses, such as malware, phishing, data breaches, and ransomware attacks.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 16, 2022

Modern versions of Windows have lots of helpful security features, but Windows is still the most popular target for malware, so we strongly recommend that you install a third-party security solution like Malwarebytes Premium. Malware will typically use the same permissions as the account that runs it. Start backing up.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Any remote device that gains access to the VPN can share malware, for example, onto the internal company network. This helps to build security awareness among users, which lessens the likelihood they will adopt shadow IT. To start your free Webroot® Security Awareness Training, please click here.

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Webroot

JANUARY 26, 2022

Security Analyst Tyler Moffitt says, “Even if malware targets someone with lower-level access, the attack will move laterally to eventually find an IT administrator.”. By using security awareness training that offers regular simulations, you can reduce phishing by up to 70%. Who’s getting attacked? Carbonite + Webroot Sr.

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Webroot

APRIL 21, 2021

Phishing is still one of the most popular ways (if not the most popular) to get ransomware and other types of malware into a business’ network. Security researchers and analysts have been working hard to identify and neutralize new threats the moment they’re encountered. Even malware (for the moment) is trending gently downward.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 23, 2019

In short, here is this approach: Data security Device security Network security Application security Email security Access security End-user behavior security Let’s look at these more closely and also mention some software you can use to shore up your defense.

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Vipre

JUNE 16, 2021

Vulnerable, unpatched software is a top cause of malware infections today. Google’s Android, the world’s most popular mobile OS, has always been a major target for hackers, who try to penetrate the OS via various malware methods — seeking to steal data and identities, and to control devices. Not Updating Outdated Software.

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SecureList

APRIL 18, 2022

The main parts of stopped services and processes include databases, email services, browsers, programs for working with documents, security solutions, backups and shadow copy services. Make sure you can quickly access your backups in an emergency. This is necessary to make files used by other programs available for encryption.

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Hacker Combat

JUNE 2, 2022

Employees should undergo frequent cyber security awareness programs to keep them up to date on the latest cyber risks and how to recognize an attack in its early stages. The malware’s capacity to increase over a network may be limited. To detect attacks, scan all emails and conduct regular data backups.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Rise in malware. As we pointed out in our State of Malware report, published earlier this year, Malwarebytes recorded an eye-watering 607% increase in malware detections in the agriculture sector in 2020. Install and regularly update anti-virus and anti-malware software on all hosts. Implement network segmentation.

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