SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Major sporting events like the Super Bowl face elevated cyber risks due to the proliferation of connected networks and devices used by venues, teams, vendors, media, and attendees. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is working closely with partners to assess and strengthen cyber protections. This year, the U.S.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 30, 2020

Group-IB uncovered a new sophisticated phishing campaign, tracked as PerSwaysion, against high-level executives of more than 150 companies worldwide. . PerSwaysion is a highly-targeted phishing campaign. New round of phishing attempts leveraging current victim’s account usually takes less than 24 hours.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 27, 2021

A new security audit reveals that cyber bad actors hit the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) with more than 6,000 attacks during the last four years. And the audit found that attackers did successfully introduce malware into agency systems.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

As hackers and cyber crooks are always on a prowl of vulnerable of those who can be targeted easily by email scams, messages, malware or phishing attacks. However, users need to be cautious while clicking on links sent via emails from unknown senders, as they can be laced with malicious malware links.

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Adam Levin

JULY 24, 2020

Barely a day goes by without news of an elite hacking team creating a more stealth exploit– malware , elaborate spear-phishing attacks, trojans, and a killer array of ransomware that can take factories and other organizations offline, or even hobble entire cities. Cyberattacks are constantly getting more sophisticated.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities, phishing, malware attacks, and exploring and exploiting unpatched software issues were being employed by the hacking groups funded by the Xi Jinping led nation. The post China is targeting smaller nations with Cyber Attacks appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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SC Magazine

JULY 8, 2021

A recent phishing scheme targeting live chat platforms works in part because website operators that use chat features are not always diligently scanning uploaded files for malware. The scheme is yet another recent example of phishing campaigns leveraging communication mediums outside of email to catch prospective victims off-guard.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 25, 2024

The group employed sophisticated spear-phishing, watering hole attacks, and kernel-level malware to compromise the targets. DPRK groups, such as Lazarus, frequently reuse not only their malware but also their network infrastructure, which can be both a vulnerability and a strength in their operations.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Related: Adopting an assume-breach mindset With that in mind, Last Watchdog invited the cybersecurity experts we’ve worked with this past year for their perspectives on two questions that all company leaders should have top of mind: •What should be my biggest takeaway from 2023, with respect to mitigating cyber risks at my organization?

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 12, 2018

For years, potential creditors have judged the relative risk of extending credit to consumers based in part on the applicant’s credit score — the most widely used being the score developed by FICO , previously known as Fair Isaac Corporation. Data accidentally released by FICO about the Cyber Risk Score for ExxonMobil.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Such information being available for cybercriminals could act as a catalyst for new attacks, including targeted phishing campaigns. Resecurity identified bad actors offering a significant number of AnyDesk customer credentials for sale on the Dark Web.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Come January 2022, the tool will be available for a premium price that will be enriched with more security measures that can help them scan for ransomware and other malware related invasions on a school computer network. The post British schools to get free cybersecurity accessing tool appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 24, 2021

Specifying the same, the report reiterates the fact that most of the hackers were related to espionage, phishing and were hired to manipulate the results using deep fake tech, email spoofing, Emotet malware spread, and fake website claiming to sell the tickets for the event and such. “As

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Social engineering and phishing attacks are the most common vector. The same report goes on to say that “the majority of social engineering and phishing attacks are successful due to inadequate security measures or insufficient awareness of users.”. The situation is no different in other continents. Ransomware cases increase.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 3, 2023

As we rely increasingly on digital technologies for our work, communication, entertainment, and education, we also expose ourselves to more and more cyber risks. But how much do we know about the cyber threats we face daily? Phishing emails are more common than you know. How prepared are we to deal with them?

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Adam Levin

JULY 23, 2020

Barely a day goes by without news of an elite hacking team creating a more stealth exploit– malware , elaborate spear-phishing attacks, trojans, and a killer array of ransomware that can take factories and other organizations offline, or even hobble entire cities. Cyberattacks are constantly getting more sophisticated.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

The findings revealed that one in 10 had been the victim of a cyber-attack during the last year, growing to more than one in seven for firms with more than 50 employees. These results truly highlight the need to train and educate employees on cyber risks and prevent them from taking place. Using varied eLearning techniques.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 15, 2021

Apart from the file encrypting malware, the other incidents that resulted in breaches were related to email phishing/compromise, insider threat and unsecured databases. During the crisis of Corona Virus pandemic, such cyber attacks on healthcare units might cause an unnecessary strain on the infrastructure of global healthcare.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Machines can recognize patterns to detect malware and unusual activity better than humans and classic software. ML for Cyber Defense. In this approach, defenders can use existing data to detect fraud and malware. Intrusion and malware detection. New kinds of Phishing attacks. Vulnerabilities check.

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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. Hackers exploit the transformation in the usual workflow to spread malware and steal users’ data. There are various cyber risks for your data. They include insider threats, phishing, and ransomware.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 17, 2023

Phishing attacks One type of cybersecurity attack is phishing. Phishing involves a hacker attempting to trick employees or co-workers into revealing sensitive information, granting access to protected files, or inadvertently downloading malicious software. A man-in-the-middle attack can also be a type of phishing breach.

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Responsible Cyber

APRIL 8, 2020

Phishing and Spear Phishing. Despite constant warnings from the cyber security industry, people still fall victim to phishing every day. As cybercrime has become well-funded and increasingly sophisticated, phishing remains one of the most effective methods used by criminals to introduce malware into businesses.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

We hear it all the time from the virtual stage of regional SecureWorld conferences: Cyber risk is business risk. Phishing emails during the pandemic skyrocketed, as attackers rushed to take advantage of the newly remote workforce and the tools they required to stay connected. Yes, cyber risk is business risk.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 27, 2023

Enterprises worldwide are trying to defend themselves against attacks such as ransomware, phishing, distributed denial of service and more. In today’s digital world, it’s no surprise that cyberattacks are becoming more frequent and intense.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Perhaps now is a good time to reflect on how firms have tackled the existential challenge of increasing cyber risks in a rapidly changing online landscape. Coronavirus-related phishing, which spiked by over 600% in 2020 , continued to be an issue in 2021 throughout the inboxes of workers. 2) Create strong passwords.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Secure web gateway (SWG) solutions help keep enterprise networks from falling victim to ransomware , malware , and other threats carried by internet traffic and malicious websites. This is accomplished through various components, including malware detection and URL filtering. Malware detection. Anti-malware scanning.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 2, 2019

Small and midsize businesses — so-called SMBs — face an acute risk of sustaining a crippling cyberattack. This appears to be even more true today than it was when I began writing about business cyber risks at USA TODAY more than a decade ago. I had the chance at RSA 2019 to discuss the SMB security landscape at length with Gill.

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IT Security Guru

JUNE 28, 2022

Attacks on big brands make the headlines and the jargon used to describe vulnerabilities and malware is complex, making it appear to be a big enterprise issue. To add insult to injury, WannaCry was initially spread through a phishing campaign. Many SMEs underestimate the threat, believing they are too small to be a target.

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Vipre

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Even prior to the pandemic, a 2019 survey revealed that only 14 percent of SMBs rated their ability to prevent and properly address cyber risks and vulnerabilities as useful. . There are a number of reasons that SMBs find themselves at risk for security breaches. Endpoints . How SMBs can improve security.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 2, 2024

This adoption brings us to the flip side of the generative AI coin: attackers are leveraging AI tools to elevate and automate phishing campaigns, craft extremely evasive malware, and reduce the development time of threats across the board. Let’s explore five predictions that should be top of mind for security leaders and organizations.

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Adam Levin

MARCH 2, 2020

While the sophistication and methods of attack may vary, the short answer is that ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts critical data on a computer or computer network so that users can’t regain access without paying a “ransom.” 1 Cyber Threat This Year. What Is Ransomware? The post Ransomware Is the No.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 5, 2023

.” Here, then, are the threats, targets and attack vectors likely to be popular with cyber criminals in the next year — along with the ways that cyber defenses are evolving to thwart those threats. Wiper Malware, Critical Infrastructure Threats Unleashed by War. Supply Chain Attacks, Dependencies Remain Issues.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 1, 2022

The hackers used social engineering techniques, sending phishing emails to several of Target’s vendors, and successfully breached Target’s network. They then installed malware, which helped them obtain customers’ credit/debit card information. Third-party risk management. Educate employees about cyber risks.

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Adam Levin

AUGUST 21, 2019

Among other things, this slowness means fewer clicked links in phishing emails. By now, we should expect to be seeing puppet shows on the dangers of phishing. It is creating a culture of cyber threat awareness and best practices. They may offer continuous training programs to help thwart phishing attacks and malware infections.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 3, 2022

Group-IB noted that malware does not infect all internet-facing databases, they just have a chance of being impaired. As per Trend Micro’s recent international Cyber Risk Index (CRI) findings for the second quarter of 2021, 76% of those surveyed anticipate a breach within the next 12 months. Organizations Most Exposed.

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IT Security Guru

DECEMBER 9, 2020

million fine handed to Marriott International for a cyber attack that took place between 2014 and 2018 and compromised the personal information (including emails addresses, phone numbers and passport details) of countless customers. Cyber threats are a real and significant problem. Why phishing works.

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IT Security Guru

DECEMBER 1, 2022

These training programs imitate cyberattacks and educate people about existing malware. Phishing attacks can be minimized by knowing the key indicators of a phishing attempt and how to address them. In other words, what we have to do is to manage human risk in the most competent manner.

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