eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

HTML smuggling uses both the HTML5 “download” attribute and a JavaScript Blog to pull together the payload after it is downloaded into the victim’s device. Like most email campaigns, what’s necessary to start it off is for a user to click on the malicious attachment or web page. It’s a never-ending cat-and-mouse race.”.

Firewall 111

Firewall Ransomware Banking Malware 111

McAfee

DECEMBER 23, 2019

According to the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) 2019 Executive Opinion Survey , it’s cyberattacks. From healthcare and insurance to manufacturing and telecommunications, cybercriminals spared no industry from their schemes, with a few key verticals bearing the brunt of this year’s attacks. When reflecting on 2019, it’s clear why that is.

Healthcare 54

Healthcare Insurance Artificial Intelligence Authentication 54

Duo's Security Blog

JUNE 27, 2023

Twenty-nine per cent of incidents reported to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) were attributed to ransomware between July and December of 2022, making it the most reported type of security breach of the year. Strong cybersecurity in highly digitised healthcare is essential to save lives, where every minute matters.

Ransomware 93

Ransomware Healthcare Phishing Authentication 93

McAfee

AUGUST 24, 2021

This paper is intended to bring an overview and some technical detail of the most critical attack chain along with addressing unique challenges faced by the medical industry. For a brief overview please see our summary blog here. Common Pitfalls. Table of Contents. Background. What are Infusion Pumps? Patching is Costly.

Computers and Electronics 145

Computers and Electronics Authentication Software Risk 145

Security Boulevard

MAY 5, 2021

The most common type of ICS is a SCADA - supervisory control and data acquisition – system, followed by DCS - distributed control system. Healthcare and Public Health. Most have been dangerous because attackers were able to take direct control over facilities. Until they are suddenly interrupted. Commercial Facilities.

Energy and Utilities 89

Energy and Utilities Manufacturing Data breaches Phishing 89

Webroot

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

We’ve been doing our homework, and two things seem to be true about cybersecurity awareness training simultaneously: It can be very effective at protecting businesses from one of the most common security threats they face (the majority, according to the Ponemon Institute). Namely, phishing.

Small Business 91

Small Business Security Awareness Phishing Cybersecurity 91

Security Boulevard

JUNE 1, 2021

roundup of UK focused Cyber and Information Security News, Blog Posts, Reports and general Threat Intelligence from the previous calendar month, May 2021. Use of weak passwords was a common theme with the investigation, which concluded: weak default passwords cyber-criminals could hack were found on most of the routers.

Ransomware 105

Ransomware Passwords Scams Cyber Attacks 105

Jane Frankland

OCTOBER 17, 2023

In this blog, I’ll be sharing my insights on what you can do to ensure your employees protect themselves, their data, and your organisation’s network and reputation. Reportedly, the demographics most likely to suffer from stress and burnout are Gen Z, young millennials, and women.

Security Awareness 124

Security Awareness Education Cybersecurity Data breaches 124

SecureList

JUNE 15, 2022

The most widespread techniques of monetizing cyberattacks include selling stolen databases, extortion (using ransomware) and carding. These are the most common actions used by cybercriminals to obtain initial access to corporate infrastructure in order to develop an attack: Exploitation of software vulnerabilities.

VPN 89

VPN Accountability Ransomware Encryption 89

Cisco Security

JULY 14, 2021

Indeed ransomware has entered the mainstream as threat actors increasingly focus their attention on critical infrastructure providers that can’t afford any downtime or disruption from a cyber incident – from food and transportation suppliers to energy and healthcare systems. Most people probably know what ransomware is (if not, go here ).

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Ransomware Technology Government Phishing 144

Security Boulevard

MARCH 25, 2022

I want to start this post with the most important thing right up top: The CISA.gov/Shields-Up page starts with this statement. Evolving intelligence indicates that the Russian Government is exploring options for potential cyberattacks. If you work there, skip this blog and go read their report first! BLUF: Bottom Line Up Front.

Education 64

Education Government Malware Financial Services 64

Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Just this year, a cyberattack forced the shutdown of Colonial Pipeline—one of the largest fuel pipelines in the United States—and led to widespread shortages at gas stations along the east coast. Downtime is the most costly aspect of a ransomware attack. Since 2016, more than 4,000 ransomware attacks have happened daily.

Ransomware 59

Ransomware Backups Architecture Cyber Attacks 59

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 1, 2021

A Russian-based group’s cyberattack in late May on a range governmental agencies, think thanks, non-governmental agencies (NGOs) and the like around the world highlight the growing threat from software supply chain campaigns like the high-profile SolarWinds hack that was perpetrated by the same cybercriminals last year.

Phishing 70

Phishing Mobile Government Cybersecurity 70