Introduction to Fileless Malware
Doctor Chaos
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Fileless malware is a type of cyber attack that does not rely on the traditional method of installing malicious software on a victim's computer. This can trigger a series of events t
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Doctor Chaos
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Fileless malware is a type of cyber attack that does not rely on the traditional method of installing malicious software on a victim's computer. This can trigger a series of events t
SecureWorld News
JUNE 10, 2025
UNFI's 9% drop in stock price is a reminder that breaches aren't just technical failures but business-impacting events. UNFI has not confirmed whether sensitive data was accessed, what type of malware or attacker group may have been involved, or the timeline of recovery.
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SecureWorld News
MARCH 17, 2025
The timing of the attack, just ahead of a major promotional event, appears designed to disrupt critical revenue streams and shake consumer confidence. You must equip your staff with the knowledge to recognize phishing attempts, social engineering ploys, and other common cyber threats through regular, targeted training sessions.
SecureWorld News
JUNE 17, 2025
Scattered Spider, the notorious threat group known for targeting major retailers and employing advanced social engineering techniques, has reportedly shifted its focus to the U.S. GTIG issued the alert after observing multiple attacks and tactics consistent with Scattered Spider's known playbook. and the U.S.,
IT Security Guru
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
Cybersecurity Threats and Digital Warfare One of the most significant threats to national security in the modern era is cyber warfare. Cyber attacks can compromise critical infrastructure, financial systems, and sensitive government data.
SecureWorld News
DECEMBER 30, 2024
ISO 22317: Focuses on Business Impact Analysis (BIA), detailing the processes for identifying and evaluating the impact of different events on business operations. Collect and safeguard critical artifacts such as event logs, system logs, and authentication records from corporate systems.
Digital Shadows
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Phishing often serves as the gateway to cyber attacks, opening the door to impactful follow-on activity like malware and ransomware deployment or access to internal networks, ultimately causing substantial financial losses. This incident shows that while security tools are essential, phishing emails can still slip through.
Security Affairs
JULY 10, 2025
“Four people have been arrested in the UK as part of a National Crime Agency investigation into cyber attacks targeting M&S, Co-op and Harrods. “They remain in custody for questioning by officers from the NCA’s National Cyber Crime Unit in relation to the three attacks, which took place in April this year.”
Digital Shadows
JANUARY 27, 2025
Key Findings 2024 was the year cyber threats got quicker. Cyber attackers really picked up the pace, executing faster, more efficient breaches that pushed traditional defenses to their limits. Create an allowlist of approved external users and block communications from users not on the list.
Trend Micro
JULY 2, 2025
Under Attack? Many more worry about AI-powered cyber-attacks. The impact on the attack surface However, as optimistic as IT and security leaders are about the potential for AI to transform cybersecurity, they are also concerned that the technology may open them up to new risks.
Security Affairs
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
26 key cyber security stats for 2024 that every user should know, from rising cyber crime rates to the impact of AI technolog y. 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.
The Last Watchdog
AUGUST 18, 2021
There are simple steps consumers can take today, for free, to lower their overall risk of a cyber attack, including using multi-factor authentication for their accounts and using strong passwords. Also, one of the top ways attackers can target individuals is via social engineering or phishing.
Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing
JULY 24, 2024
From the Stands to the Screen - Safeguarding Global Sporting Events with Cybersecurity josh.pearson@t… Thu, 07/25/2024 - 07:00 Global events like the Olympics attract an extraordinary amount of attention. Encryption Global events like the Olympics attract an extraordinary amount of attention. And how can we protect against them?
Digital Shadows
OCTOBER 23, 2024
The attacker gained initial access to two employee accounts by carrying out social engineering attacks on the organization’s help desk twice. Within six hours, the attacker began encrypting the organization’s systems. This concealed their attack until the environment was encrypted and backups were sabotaged.
CSO Magazine
JUNE 14, 2022
Despite the policy measures and increased private sector funding to slow down the drumbeat of attacks, ransomware threats remained a top topic at this year's RSA conference. To read this article in full, please click here
The Last Watchdog
AUGUST 20, 2024
Impact of cyber attacks The financial toll of cyber incidents can be staggering. Well-trained employees are less likely to fall prey to phishing attacks or other forms of social engineering, significantly reducing the potential for breaches. The average cost of a data breach ballooned to $4.88
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. Social Tactics.
Security Boulevard
JULY 25, 2024
From the Stands to the Screen - Safeguarding Global Sporting Events with Cybersecurity josh.pearson@t… Thu, 07/25/2024 - 07:00 Global events like the Olympics attract an extraordinary amount of attention. Encryption Global events like the Olympics attract an extraordinary amount of attention. And how can we protect against them?
Security Boulevard
AUGUST 30, 2021
Although the benefits of homeworking are well-documented and recent events have proven that people can work just as effectively from home as they can from the office, many people will likely want at least a partial return to the workplace. How can organizations protect themselves against cyber-attacks when they have a hybrid working model?
The Last Watchdog
OCTOBER 12, 2023
SME Edge verifies all connections in and out of offices, disallows internet traffic that has not been approved for enterprise use, and closes all network traffic loopholes, protecting against phishing, social engineering, and zero-day attacks. SME Edge protects the Client’s traffic in real-time.
Security Affairs
APRIL 14, 2019
A cyber attack hit the Lithuanian Defense Minister Raimundas Karoblis with the intent of discrediting him and the Lithuanian national defense system. A major and orchestrated misinformation cyber attack hit the Lithuanian Defense Minister Raimundas Karoblis with the intent of discrediting him and the Lithuanian national defense system.
Responsible Cyber
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
The first quarter of 2024 has already witnessed several devastating cyber attacks through third-party vendors, affecting industry giants like Microsoft, UnitedHealth Group, and American Express. The landscape of attack methodologies continues to evolve, presenting unprecedented challenges for security professionals.
IT Security Guru
JUNE 13, 2024
These platforms are exploited under the strategy known as LOTS (Living Off Trusted Sites), where attackers leverage the credibility of well-known sites to carry out their malicious activities. Monitor Access Controls for Safer Dev Environments These attacks are far from isolated events; they’re part of a broader and troubling trend.
SecureWorld News
FEBRUARY 17, 2022
Security researchers say the threat actor does not rely on current events or news in social engineering schemes, as so many cybercriminals typically do. Phishing in the transportation sector. Instead, they use keywords, or "lure themes," related to transportation, such as flight, aircraft, fuel, yacht, charter, etc.
Security Affairs
OCTOBER 31, 2022
Italy was also marginally affected by the attack and the case was dealt with by the Computer Crime Operations Centre of the Postal Police (CNAIPIC ) [link] , which promptly issued an alert [link] on the very day of the event, recommending some useful actions also to prevent further possible propagation. What should we learn from this?
CyberSecurity Insiders
JUNE 13, 2023
Stay informed about the latest cyber threats, such as phishing, malware, ransomware, and social engineering attacks. Recognize that cyber-criminals are constantly evolving their tactics, so it is essential to stay up to date with emerging trends and vulnerabilities.
Security Through Education
MARCH 3, 2021
Many Corporations are taking extensive measures to protect themselves from cyber-attacks. However, they often overlook the role of social engineering in cyber security. Indeed, even the most experienced IT professional can be a victim of this type of attack. Knowledge is power.
CyberSecurity Insiders
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Social engineering attacks are becoming more robust, so retailers must follow some of these tips when forming a cybersecurity plan for their brick-and-mortar or online businesses. Hackers may target those who may not know how to fend off a cyber attack or scam. Train staff members.
SecureWorld News
MAY 20, 2020
Who are the threat actors behind these cyber attacks? And what are key attacker motivations? Verizon says it sifted through more than 150,000 security events from the last year and that 3,950 of the confirmed data breaches met the quality standards necessary for the report. How do most data breaches occur?
eSecurity Planet
DECEMBER 10, 2023
The consistent implementation of firewall best practices establish a strong defense against cyber attacks to secure sensitive data, protect the integrity and continuity of business activities, and ensure network security measures function optimally. In the event of a breach, segmentation improves security by blocking lateral movement.
CyberSecurity Insiders
APRIL 29, 2022
IT asset management aka ITAM counts among the key components of a vigilant, full-fledged security strategy — because it allows your security staff to retain a real-time database of IT assets and the related attack vectors. . Let us now see how you can make the best use of ITAM to minimize cyber attacks.
eSecurity Planet
OCTOBER 13, 2023
BreachLock offers a wide range of services covering cloud , network , application , API , mobile, social engineering and third-party partner tests, and can help with SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA, and ISO 27001 regulatory requirements too. Like BreachLock, ScienceSoft also offers a mix of manual and automated testing.
Security Boulevard
MARCH 19, 2021
In late 2020, HelpSystems research with CISOs of global financial organizations revealed that 45% of respondents reported an increase in cyber-attacks since the pandemic first emerged. Social engineering lures are a good example.
Digital Shadows
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Phishing often serves as the gateway to cyber attacks, opening the door to impactful follow-on activity like malware and ransomware deployment or access to internal networks, ultimately causing substantial financial losses. This incident shows that while security tools are essential, phishing emails can still slip through.
CyberSecurity Insiders
APRIL 4, 2022
According to Forbes , the cyberthreats that SMBs most commonly face are “ransomware, misconfigurations and unpatched systems, credential stuffing and social engineering.”. The size of your company does not indicate your level of risk of cyber attack. The first step is to take action to protect your business.
Security Boulevard
OCTOBER 12, 2021
In the wake of such an event, you might think: How do I prevent such an event from happening? This will lower your risks of complete system compromise during an attack. Cyber attacks do not happen within a few hours or even a few days. The source of the leak is currently believed to be an internal Git server.
Security Boulevard
MAY 12, 2022
Is The Cost Of Predictive Cyber Security Worth The Investment? Cybersecurity Events Becoming More Predictable ? Predictable recovery after cyber attacks helps organizations with lessons learned along with driving a business case for more investment from the board of directors. What Is Not Covered Under Cyber Insurance?
Digital Shadows
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Together, they use native English speakers to execute sophisticated social engineering operations, contributing significantly to their newfound dominance. To counter these methods, organizations should prioritize educating users on phishing and social engineering techniques. compared to Q3 2023.
Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing
OCTOBER 24, 2022
Cyber Security Awareness Month: Time to Act and Protect Trust. We’re approaching the end of Cyber Security Awareness Month , an annual event dedicated to increasing awareness of cybersecurity topics globally. Cybercriminals increasingly employ social engineering tactics because they are effective. Time to act.
Spinone
OCTOBER 21, 2020
A cybersecurity threat is an event or software that can exploit a cyber vulnerability in the information system and bring damage to an organization. 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.
SC Magazine
JULY 9, 2021
The abundance of personal information available online — including audio and video samples of business leaders — has already made it easier for threat actors to carry out social engineering attacks. Show them how easy a threat actor can emulate a trusted individual, and what to do in the event they detect a deepfake.
The Last Watchdog
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Defending our technology against cyber threats is an increasingly important issue, and these grants will allow our cities and towns to train the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.” “As As a former mayor, I know that cyber attacks are a constant threat to municipalities.
Digital Shadows
OCTOBER 23, 2024
The attacker gained initial access to two employee accounts by carrying out social engineering attacks on the organization’s help desk twice. Within six hours, the attacker began encrypting the organization’s systems. This concealed their attack until the environment was encrypted and backups were sabotaged.
Digital Shadows
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
These changes have widened organizations’ cyber attack surface, allowing threat actors to choose the most efficient ways to infiltrate network s. In late 2024, Russian ransomware groups began collaborating with native English speakers, boosting their social engineering capabilities.
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