CSO Magazine

JANUARY 31, 2023

And with good reason: data breaches, ransomware, and other cyberattacks continue to plague organizations.

Data breaches 92

Data breaches DDOS Ransomware 92

CSO Magazine

MARCH 18, 2021

With the rise in enterprise data breaches and ransomware cyberattacks making headlines, conducting thorough security assessments has become an inevitable part of running a business operation that handles customer data.

Penetration Testing 141

Penetration Testing Data breaches Ransomware 141

CSO Magazine

JANUARY 24, 2023

CSI), followed by data breaches (23%), ransomware (20%) and a breach at a third party (15%). US financial institutions see peer-to-peer fraud and other digital fraud as the biggest cybersecurity concern in 2023. It was cited by 29% of respondents in a survey by Computer Systems Inc.

Cyber threats 111

Cyber threats Identity Theft Cyber Insurance Insurance 111

BH Consulting

OCTOBER 15, 2023

Ransomware an ongoing threat to industry as crime gangs organise Malware-based cyber-attacks are the most prominent threat to industry, Europol says. The agency’s spotlight report examines ‘crime-as-a-service’, lifting the cover on ransomware groups’ business structures. Ransomware reminders were plentiful lately.

Ransomware 52

Ransomware Data breaches CSO Cyber Attacks 52

CSO Magazine

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Since then, we've witnessed a wide range of attacks: Stuxnet destroyed almost a fifth of Iran's nuclear centrifuges, WannaCry infected computers in 150 countries, ransomware gangs stole millions of US dollars, and thousands of companies have been affected by data breaches.

Risk 129

Risk Data breaches Ransomware Cybersecurity 129

CSO Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

When it isn’t, organizations will likely find themselves the target of a data breach or ransomware attack, or be vulnerable to any number of other security issues.” To read this article in full, please click here (Insider Story)

Risk 125

Risk Telecommunications CISO Data breaches 125

CSO Magazine

MARCH 18, 2021

With the rise in enterprise data breaches and ransomware cyberattacks making headlines, conducting thorough security assessments has become an inevitable part of running a business operation that handles customer data.

Penetration Testing 129

Penetration Testing Data breaches Ransomware 129

CSO Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Ransomware and data breaches pose a massive risk to organizations, resulting in loss of customer trust and shareholder value, reputation damage, hefty fines, and penalties. Cyber risk is a top concern in US corporate boardrooms, elevating the role of the chief information security officer to rapid prominence.

CISO 88

CISO Cyber Risk Data breaches Information Security 88

CSO Magazine

JANUARY 6, 2023

That’s according to a report from the BBC which claimed that children’s SEN information, child passport scans, staff pay scales and contract details have been stolen by notorious cybercrime group Vice Society, known for disproportionately targeting the education sector with ransomware attacks in the UK and other countries.

Data breaches 118

Data breaches Education Cybercrime Ransomware 118

CSO Magazine

MARCH 7, 2022

South Korean consumer giant Samsung has reportedly suffered a major data breach with extortion group LAPSUS$ claiming to have access to 190GB of Samsung information. Ransomware is believed to be the attack method used by LAPSUS$ to target Samsung, which has confirmed a security breach of certain internal company data.

Data breaches 74

Data breaches Ransomware Encryption Software 74

CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 30, 2023

Developing a Clear Cybersecurity Strategy As a CISO/CSO, creating and presenting a clear cybersecurity strategy to the board of directors is crucial in fostering awareness of cyber risks and encouraging investment in cybersecurity defense. Vulnerability assessments highlighting areas where your organization’s defenses may be lacking.

Cybersecurity 119

Cybersecurity Cyber Risk CISO Risk 119

CSO Magazine

AUGUST 16, 2022

The cost calculator for cyberattacks takes into account general data—like revenue, number of employees, vertical, headquarters location and the types of records stores—to arrive at an “annual loss expectancy” figure, according to vice president of AI and cyber insurance at Safe Security, Pankaj Goyal.

Risk 61

Risk Cyber Insurance Insurance Data breaches 61

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 27, 2023

Those issues continue to exist in ChatGPT, and both can be tricked into creating ransomware , obfuscating malware , and other exploits, they said. In March, the company disclosed a data breach that exposed about 1.2% But OpenAI has experienced some problems with its generative AI platform that could also apply to GPT-4.

Engineering 116

Engineering Risk CSO Social Engineering 116

Errata Security

JULY 19, 2020

The CEO can't hire an excellent CSO unless they have enough competency to judge the qualifications of the CSO, and enough competency to hold the CSO accountable for the job they are doing. It doesn't matter that this costs a lot of money due to data breaches. All this is a tradeoff. This is where Gartner comes in.

CSO 51

CSO Cybersecurity Ransomware Hacking 51

McAfee

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Under the guidance of Dan Meacham, VP of Global Security and Corporate Operations and CSO/CISO, the multi-billion dollar organization transitioned from on-premises data centers to the cloud in 2012. If I see 2,000 files change in 30 seconds, that’s a huge red flag indicating ransomware or some other type of attack.

Data breaches 93

Data breaches Risk CSO Media 93

CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Examples of this include keeping software up to date, backing up data, and maintaining good password practices. At the end of the day, lack of education and human error are two of the largest contributors to data breaches. And for those that fell victim, many experienced multiple ransomware events.

Cybersecurity 52

Cybersecurity Backups Ransomware Passwords 52