The Last Watchdog

JUNE 21, 2020

Ransomware is undoubtedly one of the most unnerving phenomena in the cyber threat landscape. Related: What local government can do to repel ransomware Ransomware came into existence in 1989 as a primitive program dubbed the AIDS Trojan that was spreading via 5.25-inch None of these early threats went pro.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Social engineering attacks have long been a threat to businesses worldwide, statistically comprising roughly 98% of cyberattacks worldwide. The average business faces more than 700 of these types of attacks every single year.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022

Category News, Social Engineering. All of the attacks were carried out with relatively simple phishing and social engineering techniques. So far in September, IHG , Uber , and Rockstar Games have all been victims of major independent cyber attacks. Risk Level. The common theme?

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Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

These attacks often occur through tricky emails, text messages, or phone calls, enticing or fearing unsuspecting victims into providing their information. Malware and Ransomware Malware, short for malicious software, is a broad term that encompasses various types of software designed to harm or gain unauthorized access to systems.

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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. With cyber threats on the rise, it is cru-cial for individuals and organizations to prioritize their online safety. Stay vigilant, stay informed, and stay secure.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 3, 2023

In his blog post , Kelley shared a video from CanadianKingpin12 that suggests DarkBERT will go well beyond the social engineering capabilities of the earlier tools with new “concerning capabilities.”

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 26, 2023

Since February, the group has launched multiple attacks based on their latest ransomware campaign labeled Buhti. and Babuk are strains of ransomware that encrypt files on a victim’s machine and demand payment in exchange for decrypting the files. Babuk is a ransomware that was first discovered in early 2021.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

As a matter of fact, the most-reported crime in the 2021 Internet Crime Report report was phishing , a social engineering scam wherein the victim receives a deceptive message from someone in an attempt to get the victim to reveal personal information or account credentials or to trick them into downloading malware.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

ai Antani Many speculated that the ransomware attack on a Toyota supply chain player in Kojima, Japan was in retaliation for Japan’s aid to Ukraine. The cyber threat landscape is evolving rapidly. Generative AI is expected to supercharge the velocity and precision of attacks.

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Spinone

OCTOBER 21, 2020

It bears multiple risks and may or may not result in a cyber incident. Types of cyber threats There are multiple ways to categorize cybersecurity threats. Social engineering. By objective: Intentional threats occur as a result of an ill will of a cybercriminal. By source: Physical damage.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

Small businesses are more vulnerable to cyber-attacks since hackers view them as easy victims to target. While this may seem unlikely, statistics reveal that more than half of these businesses experienced some form of cyber-attack in 2022. They also have a limited budget to spend on effective cyber security measures.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 13, 2023

London, July 13, 2023 — Beazley, the leading specialist insurer, today published its latest Risk & Resilience report: Spotlight on: Cyber & Technology Risks 2023. Paul Bantick, Group Head of Cyber Risks, Beazley said: “Business leaders are finding it a struggle to keep up with the constantly evolving cyber threat.

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Cytelligence

OCTOBER 5, 2023

The Changing Face of Cyber Extortion Attacks Cyber extortion attacks have significantly evolved in recent years, with attackers employing sophisticated techniques to exploit vulnerabilities in business networks and systems.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 7, 2022

From advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) to the continued evolution of ransomware and cyberattacks, the coming year is sure to bring significant developments in the world of cybersecurity. This will put even more pressure on businesses to find and hire the talent they need to protect themselves from cyber threats.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 5, 2023

As a former mayor, I know that cyber attacks are a constant threat to municipalities. I’m pleased these awards will both support cities and towns in building their cybersecurity operations and expand opportunities for Massachusetts students to enter the cyber workforce,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 3, 2022

The CRI study noted five major cyber threats: Social engineering and phishing attacks that gain entrance to networks via scam emails with malicious attachments or links. Fileless attacks that take over legitimate system tools. Ransomware.

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NopSec

DECEMBER 7, 2016

But this obscures the fact that energy and industrial companies are attacked on a daily basis by actors as diverse as hacktivists and nation states, using digital weaponry like open source to tools that cost millions of dollars to produce or procure. A cyber attack can disrupt business functions, which has an impact on end-users.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 26, 2023

Unfortunately, the increasing reliance on digital systems and capabilities has also attracted an ever-growing number of malicious actors seeking to defraud businesses through phishing , social engineering , or ransomware attacks. When insiders work with external actors, it becomes easier to breach data undetected.

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Spinone

APRIL 13, 2020

The cyber security aspect of working from home is extremely important, as cyber attacks are on the rise. There are various cyber risks for your data. They include insider threats, phishing, and ransomware. Insider Threats Insider threats include all potential risks of human error or malicious intent.

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Jane Frankland

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Cyber-attacks have risen from last year with the most common forms of attack being credential theft, phishing, misconfigured cloud, and vulnerabilities in third-party software. But what more can be done to maximise advancements and minimise cyber threats? How cybersecurity (the market) performed in 2022.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 22, 2021

Phishing is a specific type of cyber attack through which hackers and scammers use email to trick you. It’s part of a broader cyber attack called “social engineering” that includes other avenues like phone calls, text messages, and even impersonating people in real life. Through phishing.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 26, 2018

Social engineering attacks , including phishing, spam, and viruses introduced via clickable links within e-mail affected 80% of the banking institutions in 2016. VoIP phishing and impersonation also victimized millions of corporate employees across the world , contributing to an even greater cyber threat.

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Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

As we move towards the end of 2022, now is the time to take a look back at the major trends from the last eleven months and identify what might happen from a cyber threat perspective in 2023. Many groups that have faced law enforcement attention often follow an impactful attack being made against a sensitive target.

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Herjavec Group

DECEMBER 15, 2021

The Rise of Ransomware. 2021 saw some of the most damaging ransomware breaches in recent history. While it’s certainly not new, ransomware has seen a steep increase in frequency and sophistication this past year. For cyber actors, it’s a lucrative cyber attack option that can be delivered in various ways.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Cyber Crime Surge: During COVID-19 , cyber crimes shot up by 600%, showing how threats adapt to global changes. Phishing Attacks: Phishing is the top cyber attack, causing 90% of data breaches. Shockingly, 96% of these attacks come through email. Ransomware Attacks: In 2023, a whopping 72.7%

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Approachable Cyber Threats

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Source: Verizon DBIR [1] In last year’s DBIR report [2], Social Engineering and Basic Web Application Attacks accounted for over 50% of all cybersecurity data breach events, with Denial of Service being the number one cybersecurity incident covering almost 50% of all events. Password stuffing, cracking, guessing, spraying.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

DECEMBER 13, 2022

In their 2021 report, Social Engineering and Basic Web Application Attacks accounted for over 50% of all breach events. When we thought about the data last year, it felt like hackers and ransomware should have been at the top (these fall under System Intrusion ). But that wasn’t what the DBIR data had shown.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Cybercriminals often leverage social engineering tactics like phishing and spear-phishing to propagate sophisticated malware. From mining cryptocurrency to launching DDoS attacks against networks, there are countless ways in which malware can access and utilize victim’s computers and data. Ransomware. Common types.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Source: Verizon DBIR [1] In last year’s DBIR report [2], Social Engineering and Basic Web Application Attacks accounted for over 50% of all cybersecurity data breach events, with Denial of Service being the number one cybersecurity incident covering almost 50% of all events. Password stuffing, cracking, guessing, spraying.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

tag=Ransomware'>Ransomware</a> <a href='/blog?tag=Cyber-attacks'>Cyber-attacks</a> tag=Cyber-attacks'>Cyber-attacks</a> The pandemic has impacted so many facets of life over the past 18 months. The evolving cyber threat landscape. <a href='/blog?tag=Cybersecurity'>Cybersecurity</a>

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Security Affairs

APRIL 10, 2024

However, while companies struggle to stay ahead of emerging threats, there are several tools and approaches they can adopt to bolster their cybersecurity strategies. A Dynamic, Complex Threat Landscape Today’s cyber threat landscape is characterized by its dynamic and complex nature.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

DECEMBER 13, 2022

In their 2021 report, Social Engineering and Basic Web Application Attacks accounted for over 50% of all breach events. When we thought about the data last year, it felt like hackers and ransomware should have been at the top (these fall under System Intrusion ). But that wasn’t what the DBIR data had shown.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Cyber attacks and breaches continue to rise with no end in sight. With this increased spending the attacks continue at an exponential rate. According to Check Point by mid-year cyber attacks have risen 42% globally. Ransomware. Phishing Targeted Attacks.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

According to DBIR, social engineering and basic web application attacks account for over 50% of all incidents of breaches. When we thought about 2020, it felt like hackers and ransomware should have been at the top (these fall under system intrusion). But that isn’t what Verizon’s data showed.

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Spinone

MAY 8, 2020

Coupled with the current pandemic and the cybersecurity threats that have been very prevalent and growing in recent years such as ransomware, there are many different cyber risk types n 2020 that your business needs to prepare for. What are the types of cyber security threats? What Is a Cyber Attack?

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ForAllSecure

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Crawley: Pen testing is when you simulate cyber attacks, so you're not actually conducting cyber attacks because you have the consent of the owner of the network or the computer application that you're penetration testing, but within the rules that your client has given you. You are acting as your cyber attacker.

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ForAllSecure

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Crawley: Pen testing is when you simulate cyber attacks, so you're not actually conducting cyber attacks because you have the consent of the owner of the network or the computer application that you're penetration testing, but within the rules that your client has given you. You are acting as your cyber attacker.

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