Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

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% The cost of these attacks could hit $265 billion annually by 2031. of organizations faced ransomware.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 22, 2021

million customers Adobe addresses two critical vulnerabilities in Photoshop Hamburg’s data protection agency (DPA) states that using Zoom violates GDPR Kalay cloud platform flaw exposes millions of IoT devices to hack Fortinet FortiWeb OS Command Injection allows takeover servers remotely 1.9

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Threat actors are continually looking for better ways to target organizations, here are the top five attack vectors to look out for in 2022. Malicious actors are continually looking for better ways to carry out successful cyber attacks. IoT Devices. Many organizations don’t have visibility into all of their IoT devices.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

tag=Cyber-attacks'>Cyber-attacks</a> The pandemic has impacted so many facets of life over the past 18 months. Bringing automation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning, and the Internet of Things (IoT) to the workplace as part of digital transformation has many benefits. <a href='/blog?tag=Cybersecurity'>Cybersecurity</a>

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

ransomware builder used by multiple threat actors Cisco fixes 3 high-severity DoS flaws in NX-OS and FXOS software Cybercrime Unpacking the MOVEit Breach: Statistics and Analysis Cl0p Ups The Ante With Massive MOVEit Transfer Supply-Chain Exploit FBI, Partners Dismantle Qakbot Infrastructure in Multinational Cyber Takedown U.S.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 9, 2022

million accounts were compromised in the FlexBooker data breach Night Sky, a new ransomware operation in the threat landscape North Korea-linked Konni APT targets Russian diplomatic bodies Threat actors stole 1.1 billion from cryptocurrency exchanges Crypto security breaches cause $4.25 billion losses worth of cryptos in 2021.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Cybersecurity asset management is a process that involves identifying the IT assets such as PCs, servers, IoT devices, and databases that are owned by an organization. Any device or resource that is a part of your organization’s network ecosystem could be subject to vulnerabilities, eventually resulting in a breach of data.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 21, 2024

Admin of the BreachForums hacking forum sentenced to 20 years supervised release Russia-linked Midnight Blizzard APT hacked Microsoft corporate emails VF Corp December data breach impacts 35 million customers China-linked APT UNC3886 exploits VMware zero-day since 2021 Ransomware attacks break records in 2023: the number of victims rose by 128% U.S.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 10, 2023

billion personal records compromised by data breaches in past two years — underscoring need for end‑to‑end encryption Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook and Mastodon Pierluigi Paganini ( SecurityAffairs – hacking, newsletter)

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

Kinsing threat actors probed the Looney Tunables flaws in recent attacks ZDI discloses four zero-day flaws in Microsoft Exchange Okta customer support system breach impacted 134 customers Multiple WhatsApp mods spotted containing the CanesSpy Spyware Russian FSB arrested Russian hackers who supported Ukrainian cyber operations MuddyWater has been spotted (..)

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Jane Frankland

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Cybersecurity can often feel like a game of cat and mouse where cyber attackers and defenders engage in a chase, with one party trying to outsmart the other. Just like in previous years, 2024 is set to test practitioners’ skills as the frequency of cyber threats continues to surge leaving no room for complacency.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Fast forward to 2015, and we’ve had several trending cyber security issues appear in just these first few weeks. Below are 7 trending cyber security stories that you should read for February 2015. Anthem Cyber Attack. Take a look at the New York Times’ coverage of the data breach here for more insight.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Also, that threat actors, especially state-sponsored, and criminal enterprises would take advantage of the expanding cyber-attack surface by using their resources to employ more sophisticated means for discovering target vulnerabilities, automating phishing, and finding new deceptive paths for infiltrating malware.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JANUARY 14, 2020

The importance of data and the power of being an insights-driven enterprise are increasing the amount of damage that data breaches can cause. At the same time, consumers are deeply concerned with how their data is collected and used. 5G tech will make the IoT a greater part of our everyday lives. Conclusion.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

To indicate the size of the cyber risk to companies, there is, on average, a cyber-attack every 39 seconds, which does not mean that every attack is successful, but that there is an attempt to access companies’ computer systems with that frequency. in the case of ransomware attacks.

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Security Affairs

MAY 24, 2020

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Cytelligence

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

Cybersecurity refers to the set of technologies, processes, and practices designed to protect digital devices, networks, and data from cyber threats. With the increase in the number of cyber-attacks and data breaches, it has become essential to take cybersecurity seriously. Why Is Cybersecurity Important?

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JUNE 27, 2022

From smart cities and digital IDs to open government and better governance, the Cloud, Big Data, IoT and Artificial Intelligence have enabled a wide range of digital government initiatives. The digitalization of government services and processes make the growing incidence of cyber-attacks a clear and present danger for agencies.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 17, 2023

Pros of cyber insurance Financial protection: Cyber insurance can help protect an organization from significant financial losses resulting from a cyberattack or data breach. False sense of security: Having cyber insurance should not be a substitute for investing in strong cybersecurity measures and practices.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 4, 2019

Sonicwall warns of a spike in the number of attacks involving encrypted malware and IoT malware. Capital One data breach: hacker accessed details of 106M customers before its arrest. LAPD data breach exposes personal info of thousands of officers. Cyber attacks hit Louisiana schools ahead of years beginning.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 30, 2018

. · Bitcoin Core Team fixes a critical DDoS flaw in wallet software. · SHEIN Data breach affected 6.42 Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 6, 2024

That’s even more critical now, as our here-to-stay remote and hybrid work environments dramatically increase an organization’s attack surface. Even if employees’ devices are secure, the people and IoT devices that share the same home network (kids’ phones, printers, smart toasters, you name it) may not be protected.

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Centraleyes

MAY 20, 2024

The primary objectives of an IAM assessment include: Clearly explaining access management best practices Making IAM solutions more effective throughout the enterprise Checking IAM security controls effectiveness Ensuring that data is secure Why does your company require an IAM assessment? Companies must also erase private data upon request.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Operational Technology (OT) systems, which were once isolated, have progressively integrated with IT technology and moved to various cloud platforms powered by sophisticated IoT sensors and guided by big data analytics. Once offline, such attacks can cause significant disruption to society and the economy.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

AUGUST 23, 2018

While it’s no surprise to anybody reading this that data breaches are on the rise, the attacks facing healthcare organizations, most recently in Asia, are particularly worrisome. Before being introduced, healthcare organizations must be able to trust IoT devices. Evolving Threat Landscape. Consequences.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 12, 2020

hacked, data of 600k users available for sale Updated: Italian email provider Email.it supports the Secure Boot Fake Cisco ‘Critical Update used in phishing campaign to steal WebEx credentials Hackers accessed staff mailboxes at Italian bank Monte dei Paschi SFO discloses data breach following the hack of 2 of its websites.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 23, 2018

US ballistic missile defense systems (BMDS) open to cyber attacks. Czech cyber-security agency warns over Huawei, ZTE security threat. Twitter uncovered a possible nation-state attack. NASA data breach – The agency notifies employees of a security intrusion. 5 IoT Security Predictions for 2019.

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Security Affairs

MAY 10, 2020

Million MobiFriends User details leaked online North Korea-linked Lazarus APT uses a Mac variant of the Dacls RAT SilverTerrier gang uses COVID-19 lures in BEC attacks against Healthcare, Government Organizations Sodinokibi gang hacked law firm of the celebrities and threatens to release the docs.

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Pen Test

OCTOBER 12, 2023

In contemporary times, with the exponential growth of the Internet of Things (IoT), smart homes, connected cars, and wearable devices, the importance of RF pentesting has soared significantly. These regulations necessitate thorough assessments of wireless systems to ensure compliance and mitigate the risk of data breaches.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 3, 2019

With more and more organizations embracing digital transformation and accelerating their pace to digitize every piece of information, they become increasingly vulnerable to sophisticated cyber-attacks and data breaches. To Sum It Up.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 28, 2018

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 13, 2023

SecureWorks’ pentesting services are aimed at sophisticated enterprise security concerns such as mimicking adversaries, exposing the kill chain, ransomware attack simulation, IoT/OT, physical security and insider threats. Here are key features of penetration testing services that potential buyers should consider.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 29, 2019

There’s a widening security skills shortage , the complexity of company networks is going through the roof, cyber attacks continue to intensify and now regulators are breathing down their necks. IBM’s recent data breach study shows how the cost of a data breach has risen 12% over the past five years and now costs $3.92

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Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

MARCH 23, 2018

These low results for cyber preparedness and resiliency present a significant risk for business. Organizations must be better prepared for cybersecurity incidents, which can result from unintentional events or deliberate attacks by insiders or third parties, such as cyber criminals, competitors, nation-states, and “hacktivists.”

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

And IT teams should be prepared to deal with evolving threats posed by emerging technologies which are becoming widespread, such as geo-targeted phishing or attacks related to Cloud Security, IOT and AI. Dr.Mohamed Al Kuwaiti , UAE Cyber Security Council. IoT Vulnerabilities. Vulnerabilities in Autonomous Vehicles.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JUNE 16, 2022

Considering the increased cybersecurity risks introduced by digital technologies, what should society do to prevent cyber-attacks, reduce damage, and strengthen trust? Essential data can then be extracted, transferred, stored, analyzed, and manipulated under the control of zero trust to produce meaningful results.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 23, 2018

Cyber attack took offline flight display screens at the Bristol Airport. Researcher devised a new CSS & HTML attack that causes iPhone reboot or freezes Macs. Evolution of threat landscape for IoT devices – H1 2018. US State Department confirms data breach to unclassified email system. 20% discount.

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