SC Magazine

MAY 1, 2021

Cedric Leighton is founder and president of Cedric Leighton Associates, a strategic risk and leadership management consultancy. Since founding Cedric Leighton Associates, he has become an internationally known strategic risk expert. Leighton is also a founding partner of CYFORIX, specializing in the field of cyber risk.

Computers and Electronics 126

Computers and Electronics Technology Education Information Security 126

Krebs on Security

APRIL 30, 2020

“Also some actors have reported that banks’ customer-support lines are being overloaded, making it difficult for fraudsters to call them for social-engineering activities (such as changing account ownership, raising withdrawal limits, etc).” ” Alex Holden , founder and CTO of Hold Security , agreed.

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Cybercrime Computers and Electronics Marketing Scams 317

Security Through Education

APRIL 7, 2021

Additionally, they may call pretending to be a company you do business with, like Amazon, or one that can fix your computer, such as Apple. In this scam, you get a phone call from Apple or Microsoft saying there’s a problem with your computer that they can fix. “Microsoft'” Calls — Your Computer Has a Problem.

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Scams Computers and Electronics Insurance Social Engineering 92

Identity IQ

APRIL 12, 2023

Who is at risk of identity theft? Social Engineering Identity thieves manipulate victims’ emotions to get them to compromise their personal information. Follow these steps to help mitigate the risk and avoid tax-related identity theft in the future. Remember, the IRS will never reach out to you through emails.

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Identity Theft Computers and Electronics Accountability Phishing 59

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Categorize and summarize key findings: Including criticality, vulnerability, system, and other important findings will help clients address issues by the level of risk they pose. The pentest writer must outline the key findings and high-level recommendations based on urgency and risk in a clear manner.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Data from the Brazilian Federation of Banks registered a considerable increase in crime (such as explosions at bank branches to steal money) and cybercrime (increased phishing and social-engineering attacks) against banking customers and banking infrastructure. Of course, this is the result of economic problems caused by the pandemic.

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Cryptocurrency Banking Cybercrime Ransomware 121

Spinone

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Machine learning is a type of artificial intelligence (AI) that allows computers to learn to look for patterns in data without being explicitly programmed. As cloud computing starts to replace traditional on-site server farms and software, it is no longer realistic to simply attempt to block access from external threats.

Artificial Intelligence 40

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

The predictions, based on our extensive experience, help individuals and businesses improve their cybersecurity and prevent the vast range of possible risks. Remote workers using corporate computers for entertainment purposes, such as online games, continue to pose financial threats organizations. Forecasts for 2023.

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Cryptocurrency Mobile Ransomware Banking 96

SecureList

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Use a reliable security solution, such as Kaspersky Security Cloud , that identifies malicious attachments and blocks phishing sites — on both your computer and mobile device. It’s also better and safer to do online shopping on your own computer or device to avoid the possible risks of using someone else’s.

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Scams Banking Phishing Retail 108

Approachable Cyber Threats

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The 2023 update to our research on the perception of cybersecurity incident and data breach causes that’s helped organizations re-evaluate how they are at risk of a cybersecurity incident or data breach instead of what feels right. Social Engineering: phishing emails, texts, phone calls. Keep reading below! Or download now!

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Cybersecurity Social Engineering Data breaches Engineering 106

Approachable Cyber Threats

DECEMBER 13, 2022

The 2022 update to our research on the perception of data breach causes that’s helped organizations re-evaluate how they are at risk for a data breach instead of what feels right. In their 2021 report, Social Engineering and Basic Web Application Attacks accounted for over 50% of all breach events. Keep reading to find out more!

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Data breaches Social Engineering Engineering Phishing 106

The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 31, 2022

For better or worse, we will continue to use passwords to access our computing devices and digital services for years to come. With fast advancements in computer technology, it has become possible to crack static passwords using, in essence, brute force. We all rely on passwords. Related : The coming of password-less access.

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Passwords Computers and Electronics Password Management Artificial Intelligence 232

Approachable Cyber Threats

DECEMBER 7, 2023

The 2023 update to our research on the perception of cybersecurity incident and data breach causes that’s helped organizations re-evaluate how they are at risk of a cybersecurity incident or data breach instead of what feels right. Social Engineering: phishing emails, texts, phone calls. Keep reading below! Or download now!

Cybersecurity 52

Cybersecurity Social Engineering Data breaches Engineering 52

SecureList

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

If the movie lover entered their bank card details on the fake site, they risked paying more than the displayed amount for content that did not exist and sharing their card details with the scammers. Soccer fans chasing merchandise risked compromising their bank cards or just losing some money.

Phishing 102

Phishing Scams Accountability Energy and Utilities 102

SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

By the time Ehuan gets involved, victims just want to put their computers and their lives back together as quickly as possible. The ransomware scheme may be nothing more than a social engineering ruse, more like an old fashioned Nigerian Internet scam than a malware infection – and the payment could end up being all for naught.

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Ransomware Cryptocurrency Computers and Electronics Banking 66

NopSec

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

Based on current trends, NopSec has released its latest report on the 5 biggest cyber threats we expect to see this year: nation-state cyber attacks, ransomware, DDoS attacks , the Internet of Things, and social engineering & human error. For a preview, read on. Ransomware The U.S.

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Cybersecurity DDOS IoT Social Engineering 40

SecureList

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

In some instances, scammers emphasized stability and the lack of risk involved for the investor, as well as the status of the company they were posing as. Another risk is that the buyer needs to reveal sensitive personal information to the dealer peddling the certs in order to make the transaction. The corporate sector. up on 2020.

Phishing 71

Phishing Scams Accountability Banking 71

Approachable Cyber Threats

DECEMBER 13, 2022

The 2022 update to our research on the perception of data breach causes that’s helped organizations re-evaluate how they are at risk for a data breach instead of what feels right. In their 2021 report, Social Engineering and Basic Web Application Attacks accounted for over 50% of all breach events. Keep reading to find out more!

Data breaches 52

Data breaches Social Engineering Engineering Phishing 52

Security Through Education

JUNE 22, 2021

Throughout the scam, fraudsters will often build trust with their targets via computer, phone, and the mail. Computer tech support scams. Computer technical support scams prey on people’s lack of knowledge about computers and cybersecurity. Sweepstakes & lottery scams. One popular robocall is the “Can you hear me?”

Scams 95

Scams Computers and Electronics Insurance Internet 95

Spinone

MARCH 18, 2019

Let’s take a look at Top Cloud Data Breaches of 2018 Lessons Learned to examine some of the largest data breaches and what organizations can learn from these events in terms of protecting their data as well as how these risks affect data stored in the cloud. Today’s hospitals use a myriad of electronic devices to service patients.

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Data breaches Computers and Electronics Accountability Technology 53

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

This article will walk you through the various types of malware, how to identify and prevent a malware attack, and how to mitigate the risks. There’s no definitive method or technique that defines malware; any program that harms the computer or system owners and benefits the perpetrators is malware. What is Malware . Warning signs.

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Cyber threats Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 113

SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

In July, we reported a rootkit that we found in modified Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) firmware, the code that loads and initiates the boot process when the computer is turned on. Difficult to detect, they ensure that a computer remains infected even if someone reinstalls the operating system or replaces the hard drive.

Malware 111

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Cryptocurrency 111

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 5, 2021

A token acts as an electronic cryptographic key that unlocks the device or application, usually with an encrypted password or biometric data. Disconnected tokens are generally only good for one use and can be delivered via RFID or Bluetooth, or users can manually enter them into the computer. MFA can be hacked. VPN Authentication.

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Authentication Passwords Mobile Accountability 104

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2021

This article will walk you through the various types of malware, how to identify and prevent a malware attack, and how to mitigate the risks. There’s no definitive method or technique that defines malware; any program that harms the computer or system owners and benefits the perpetrators is malware. What is Malware?

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Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 107

eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Galperin is the current Director of Cybersecurity at the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) and noted free speech advocate. Haddix continues to provide his insights while serving as the Head of Security and Risk Management for Ubisoft. Breaking: Mars becomes the second planet that has more computers running Linux than Windows.

Accountability 139

Accountability Cybersecurity Penetration Testing InfoSec 139

Malwarebytes

JULY 13, 2022

A ransomware attack in New Jersey’s Somerset County disrupted services and forced employees to shut down computers and create temporary Gmail accounts to ensure the public could still email key departments. They paid $500,000 for a decryption key and an additional $150,000 for security consultants to assist with the investigation. million.

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Ransomware Manufacturing Government Computers and Electronics 109

SecureList

AUGUST 5, 2021

When trying to pay for the service, as with compensation fraud, victims were taken to a fake website, where they risked not only losing the amount itself (which could be far higher than specified in the email), but also spilling their bank card details. Mailed items were the focus of one other fraudulent scheme. and dropped to second place.

Phishing 125

Phishing Banking Scams Computers and Electronics 125

ForAllSecure

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

I should also say that this when it does happen and again it's extremely, extremely rare when it does happen, It almost always involves some kind of social engineering. Vamosi: There's also Pegasus, a type of surveillance software created by NSO in Israeli security company.

Technology 52

Technology Software Surveillance Media 52

Herjavec Group

AUGUST 26, 2021

1962 — Allan Scherr — MIT sets up the first computer passwords, for student privacy and time limits. Student Allan Scherr makes a punch card to trick the computer into printing off all passwords and uses them to log in as other people after his time runs out. It is thought to be the first computer virus. . years of probation.

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Cybercrime Computers and Electronics Banking Hacking 135