The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 5, 2023

5, 2023 – Today, the Healey-Driscoll Administration kicked off Cybersecurity Month in Massachusetts with the announcement of $1,136,911 in funding to develop a new cybersecurity training center at MassBay Community College and support the existing center at Bridgewater State University. Worcester, Mass.,

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 1, 2023

Cybersecurity is practice of protecting information technology (IT) infrastructure assets such as computers, networks, mobile devices, servers, hardware, software, and data (personal & financial) against attacks, breaches and unauthorised access. Sometimes theft of PII can lead to identity theft too. to protect sensitive data.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 20, 2023

News broke in early February that the ACN, Italy’s National Cybersecurity Agency, issued a warning regarding a VMware vulnerability discovered two years ago. Many organizations hadn’t yet patched the issue and became the victims of a new ransomware called ZCryptor. But it doesn’t stop there.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

In 2020, we saw cybersecurity move from a technical problem to become a business enabler. Data from the current AT&T Cybersecurity Insights Report shows that 5G technology is being driven by the line of business and has been siloed between IT and OT organizations. Ransomware becomes the most feared adversary.

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Cisco Security

OCTOBER 15, 2021

While October is designated as Cybersecurity Awareness Month, focusing on keeping your company and customers safe should be a constant priority, especially with the growing number and sophistication of ransomware attacks worldwide.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 14, 2021

The FBI recently published a warning stating that ransomware gang OnePercent Group has been attacking companies in the US since November 2020. Ransomware is then downloaded and the breach is underway. Ransomware is then downloaded and the breach is underway. How to spot their scam and protect yourself.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 7, 2021

” Data Breaches Are on Pace to Break a New Record High in 2021 | Money Please see my article in FORBES for more of 2021’s alarming cybersecurity statistics. MORE Alarming Cybersecurity Stats For 2021 ! As we near 2022, the cyber threat landscape remains just as ominous. Ransomware. forbes.com).

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

AT&T Alien Labs™ is writing this report about recently created ransomware malware dubbed BlackCat which was used in a January 2022 campaign against two international oil companies headquartered in Germany, Oiltanking and Mabanaft. Key takeaways: The ransomware BlackCat is coded in Rust and was created in November 2021.

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Webroot

JUNE 2, 2022

The cyber threat landscape keeps evolving at lightning-speed. According to the latest 2022 BrightCloud® Threat Report , small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are particularly vulnerable to becoming a victim of a ransomware attack. Ransomware, malware and phishing threats keep evolving.

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Jane Frankland

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Over the course of a day, we explored how the IT and security landscape has shifted exponentially over the past 24 months, and why cybersecurity vigilance is a fundamental priority and necessity for all businesses. But we’ve seen higher in the legal sector when it comes to ransomware attacks. It was necessary.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Microsoft's alert on Storm-0324 Microsoft's Threat Intelligence team has been closely monitoring Storm-0324, also known as TA543 and Sagrid, a financially motivated threat group with a history of deploying ransomware such as Sage and GandCrab. However, Microsoft detected a shift in Storm-0324's tactics earlier this year.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 18, 2022

Clearly, preventing fires is better than fighting them……” So, to what extent are we able to protect ourselves from Cybersecurity events? With the alphabet soup of acronyms out there such as NIST, ISO, SOC, CISA, DevSecOps, etc…… protecting your business from Cybersecurity threats can be overwhelming.

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Centraleyes

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

In the sprawling expanse of our digital metropolis, where users, applications, and systems engage in a constant movement between nodes, the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) system has emerged. EDR is a category of tools designed to continuously monitor the intricate web of cyber threats on endpoints across a network.

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Centraleyes

MAY 13, 2024

Decision-makers often grapple with the challenge of seeing cybersecurity not merely as a protective measure but as a revenue-generating asset. The intangible nature of cybersecurity measures adds complexity to this perception, making it challenging to quantify the immediate financial returns.

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Jane Frankland

JANUARY 9, 2024

In recent years, data breaches and compliance failures have made organisations increasingly aware of the need for comprehensive cybersecurity solutions to detect and address threats. This is where Managed Detection & Response (MDR) providers come in.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Extended detection and response (XDR) has emerged in recent years as a unified enterprise security platform, a way for vendors to package their offerings together into a comprehensive cybersecurity solution. Nine have made our top security products lists, while IBM itself is one of our top cybersecurity companies.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Therefore, today companies are increasingly counting on a reliable cyber threat hunting network like SANGFOR to continue their businesses with peace of mind. What is Network Detection and Response? Network Detection and Response is a type of security solution that was created for endpoint protection. Final thoughts.

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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 this challenging cybersecurity landscape, now is the time for companies to prioritize security audits. In doing so, they will have continuous protection from external and internal threats.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

And it’s jam-packed with cybersecurity talks! Given how critical security is to digital transformation and our ability to innovate, we’ve got a robust line-up of cybersecurity topics – from SASE to zero trust and the technologies you need to help protect your business. Join us from October 27-28, 2021 by registering.

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Jane Frankland

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Gains come but so do threats and losses. To prosper, every IT decision maker and cybersecurity leader must anticipate, and the easiest way to do this is by reviewing past performance – yours and the markets. How cybersecurity (the market) performed in 2022. Dealing with a lack of cybersecurity talent.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 22, 2021

The cybersecurity landscape changed drastically on two fronts in 2020: volume and supply chain complexities. As a result, the number of incidents and the money cybercriminals made from exploits like ransomware skyrocketed, growing 311% to $350M.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Detection and response tools are designed to help security teams monitor, evaluate, and respond to potential threat actor activity. EDR, MDR, and XDR can alleviate challenges most small business cybersecurity teams face, such as alert fatigue and limited resources. Managed Detection and Response (MDR). EDR vs MDR.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Cybersecurity has always been an arms race between cybercriminals and defenders. Defense against attackers will improve to adapt to new threats , and then attackers respond by refining their tactics in order to find the next vulnerability in the defense. That said, its implications for cybersecurity are much more alarming.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 1, 2021

As the threat landscape evolves faster than we can keep up with, organizations must be aware of the type of threats they may face. Certain threat types, like ransomware and malware, are more prominent and therefore must be fought with the appropriate resources. Defining Advanced Persistent Threat (APT).

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Security Boulevard

MAY 24, 2023

Cyber threat actors rely on infrastructure hidden to most people not looking for it. Revealing such frameworks shines a light on how cyber adversaries operate. Leading an up-and-coming cybersecurity organization teaches you a few things — such as how cyber adversaries are able to conduct a growing number of cyber attacks.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 12, 2023

A look back at the cybersecurity landscape in 2023 rings all-too familiar: cyber threats rapidly evolved and scaled up , just as they have, year-to-year, for the past 20 years. Eyal Benishti , CEO, IRONSCALES Benishti Generative AI (GenAI) reshaped cybersecurity in 2023. Here is part one of three groupings. This is folly.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 10, 2019

Related: Marriott suffers massive breach We now know, thanks to reporting from cybersecurity blogger Brian Krebs, that the Wipro hack was a multi-month intrusion and likely the work of a nation-state backed threat actor. Silent, long-term attacks can remain hidden for months, even years, without being identified.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

.–( BUSINESS WIRE )– Menlo Security , a leader in cloud security, today announced it has identified a surge in cyberthreats, termed Highly Evasive Adaptive Threats (HEAT), that bypass traditional security defenses. Cyber Threats are a mainstream problem and a boardroom issue that should be on everyone’s agenda.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Protect against malware and ransomware. Since endpoints are the biggest entry point for breaches , businesses need to make sure they are protected with comprehensive endpoint security that includes next generation antivirus, endpoint protection, and endpoint detection and response.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

By focusing on the specific security needs of their customers, MSPs can attract and retain the 91% of SMBs who would consider switching service providers if another one offered the “right” cybersecurity services. The core service capabilities of MDR include: 24x7 monitoring of an organization’s environment for threats.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Stories from the SOC is a blog series that describes recent real-world security incident investigations conducted and reported by the AT&T SOC analyst team for AT&T Managed Threat Detection and Response customers. appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders. Executive summary.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 26, 2018

In this article we will learn how to address and effectively respond to major enterprise cybersecurity threats and provide tips to mitigate IT security risk. VoIP phishing and impersonation also victimized millions of corporate employees across the world , contributing to an even greater cyber threat.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 10, 2024

As technology evolves and our dependence on digital systems increases, the cybersecurity threat landscape also rapidly changes, posing fresh challenges for organizations striving to protect their assets and data. Cybersecurity has always been seen as a catch-up game, with determined adversaries a step ahead.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 7, 2021

A Zero Trust cybersecurity approach removes the assumption of trust from users and networks. Organizations must approach a Zero Trust cybersecurity model with the tenet that any endpoint connecting to a network should not be trusted by default. The ideal security strategy against ransomware must start with a Zero Trust model.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 6, 2022

On top of that, new cybersecurity threats keep popping up constantly. Many people still don’t realize the dangers of phishing, malware, ransomware, unpatched software, and weak passwords. No cybersecurity experts. Cybersecurity is a complex issue that requires comprehensive knowledge.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

A fine example of this is the 2020 Magellan Health ransomware attack where the records of over 1 million individuals were revealed. It’s not just a matter of infecting the network with malware or ransomware, though these are still popular techniques for siphoning information as part of a larger-scale attack. Conclusion.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

As 2023 draws to an end and cybersecurity budgeting is nearly complete, it helps to consider the year’s events and try to predict next year’s trends. After receiving input from industry experts and doing my own analysis of the year’s driving forces, I identified five major cybersecurity trends. Bottom line: Prepare now based on risk.

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