Heimadal Security

MAY 19, 2022

Higher education institutions may be regarded as out-of-scope targets for ransomware operators, however, the trends show that things are quite the opposite. Three distinct colleges have been hit with ransomware. Lincoln […].

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 5, 2023

This article is based on research by Marcelo Rivero, Malwarebytes' ransomware specialist, who monitors information published by ransomware gangs on their Dark Web sites. This provides the best overall picture of ransomware activity, but the true number of attacks is far higher. million in 2022.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 24, 2022

The education sector is increasingly vulnerable to simple and sophisticated cyber threats, and higher learning is especially vulnerable. Here are a few prime examples of cyber-attacks in the education sector. In July, poor password hygiene led to another ransomware attack. Albuquerque, New Mexico hit with a one-two punch.

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Jane Frankland

APRIL 17, 2024

In this blog, I’ll be delving into: The need for robust cybersecurity measures Exploring how technological advancements can harmonise with stringent security protocols Spotlighting how Mastercard’s Cyber and Intelligence solutions will help you stay ahead of emerging cyber threats and build trust in your digital operations.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 29, 2020

million to cybercriminals to recover data after a ransomware attack. million to cybercriminals to recover data encrypted during a ransomware attack that took place on June 1. The University believes the attack was opportunistic and that did not target specific systems or data within the organization. the statement concludes.

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BH Consulting

JUNE 13, 2023

Target the human, swipe the cash: Verizon DBIR 2023 highlights crime trends Manage the human risk and mind your money: those are two key takeaways from Verizon’s 2023 Data Breach Investigations Report. Ransomware didn’t actually grow year on year; it held steady at 24 per cent of breaches.

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Duo's Security Blog

MAY 10, 2023

In an environment with constant turnover of thousands of users, Australian educational institutions like Deakin University and others around the world turn to multiple solutions to secure against phishing. After implementing Cisco solutions, Deakin went from 20% compliance with NIST to 68%, with a target of 85% by 2022.

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