IT Security Guru

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Several reports, such as the World Economic Forum Global Risk Report 2022 and Verizon’s 2022 Data Breach Investigations Report highlight that human error is by far the biggest and dominant cause of illicit actions and cybersecurity issues. After all, cybersecurity is a matter of proper human risk management. Train humans’ awareness.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

When you hear the words “cyber threat hunting”, you just may picture an elite team of security professionals scouring your systems for malware. Cybercriminals know that most SMBs don’t have the budget for robust cybersecurity technology or seasoned security professionals. What is cyber threat hunting?

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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. The end result of these types of cyber attacks are often highly public and damaging data breaches.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 3, 2023

Spy”-type cyberspace race as both criminals and defenders vie to gain the upper hand using new and emerging technologies. Every technology that enables our cyber teams to pinpoint and resolve threats and prevent attacks more quickly and accurately also benefits cybercriminals.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

First, a little background Verizon’s 2021 Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR) [1] , an industry publication that analyzes cybersecurity incident and breach data from around the world, found that over 99% of all incident and breach events fall into one of only eight major categories.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Clop Ransomware gang has targeted airplane maker Bombardier from Montreal, Canada, leaving the company employees not only embarrassed by the data breach but also worried as some of their classical data was published online early this week.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Our updated research looks at how data breaches happened, what academia published, what the news covered, and what people Googled. The 2022 update to our research on the perception of data breach causes that’s helped organizations re-evaluate how they are at risk for a data breach instead of what feels right.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 6, 2023

By Doron Pinhas, Chief Technology Officer, Continuity. 2022 clearly demonstrated that attacks on data represent the greatest cyber-threat organizations face. Notable data breaches took place at Microsoft, News Corp., Organizations are being confronted on all sides by cyber-danger.

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Jane Frankland

APRIL 17, 2024

As technology weaves deeper into our lives, the swift exchange of information has become our reality. Without upholding digital trust, with every click, we not only risk security breaches, fraud and the misuse of our data but one’s own company’s reputation and the very foundation of our business operations.

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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. Ransomware Attacks: In 2023, a whopping 72.7%

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Now, the Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced a new Civil Cyber-Fraud Initiative , which will "combine the department’s expertise in civil fraud enforcement, government procurement and cybersecurity to combat new and emerging cyber threats to the security of sensitive information and critical systems.".

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IT Security Guru

MAY 20, 2024

In 2023, an astonishing 50 per cent of companies in the UK reported experiencing some form of cybersecurity breach or attack. This number highlights the widespread nature of digital threats. Regular updates: Keep your policy current by regularly updating it to address new threats and technological changes.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The 2023 update to our research on the perception of cybersecurity incident and data breach causes that’s helped organizations re-evaluate how they are at risk of a cybersecurity incident or data breach instead of what feels right. Source: Verizon DBIR [1] Patterns over time in cybersecurity data breaches.

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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? The global average data breach cost is $4.24 How prepared are we to deal with them?

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Ransomware Revenue Down As More Victims Refuse to Pay Energy giant Schneider Electric hit by Cactus ransomware attack Hundreds Of Network Operators’ Credentials Found Circulating In Dark Web Fla.

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Duo's Security Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2022

According to the 2022 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR) basic web application attacks are the leading cause of digital security breaches in the healthcare sector and over 80% of the breaches in this pattern can be attributed to stolen credentials.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Hybrid working has been cited as a challenge for firms attempting to maintain secure working practices and protect client confidentiality, but as cyberattacks become more sophisticated, the data that law firms hold are targeted for ransomware and insider trading.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Not only must it provide a way to restore data in a timely manner, it must do it securely – and increasingly, users are demanding that it also offers protection against the scourge of ransomware. “Even if you have a backup, is it consistent and a copy of good data, or is it simply a copy of bad, damaged, infected or corrupt data?”

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Duo's Security Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2021

K-12 schools are resource limited, particularly for up-to-date technology and security solutions. While the pandemic interrupted a lot of K-12 activities, it didn’t stand in the way of cyber threats impacting schools. They rely on a small number of IT staff who wear multiple hats, often with limited security experience.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Ransomware is one of the fastest-growing and most destructive cyber threats today. Cybersecurity researchers largely agree that ransomware growth has been astronomical; the only question is by how much. Given how high profile ransomware attacks have become, you may be wondering if you, too, could become a target.

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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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Cytelligence

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Major cybersecurity corporations specializing in services such as cybersecurity audits, vulnerability assessments, and ransomware consulting play a critical role in fortifying defenses against cyber threats, including ransomware attacks.

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IT Security Guru

JANUARY 30, 2024

Quantifying the Impact of Email-Based Attacks The repercussions of email-based attacks on businesses are profound and multi-dimensional: The IBM 2023 Cost of a Data Breach report revealed that the average cost of a data breach in 2023 was $4.45 million, a staggering 15.3% increase from 2020.

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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. government.

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BH Consulting

MARCH 21, 2024

Creeping cyber risk grabbing global headlines Ransomware keeps reminding us of the strong connection between a cybersecurity incident and financial loss. CNN reports that ransomware victims in the US healthcare sector say they’re “haemorrhaging money”, as disruption affects their daily operations.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

In the world of cybersecurity, new tools and technologies are typically adopted quickly; unfortunately, in many cases, bad actors are the earliest to adopt and adapt. This can be bad news for your business, as it escalates the degree of difficulty in managing threats. This is where the danger lies.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 1, 2021

“Prometheus” and “Grief” – a multi-billion dollar ransomware market obtained two new emerging players. In today’s world, information and data means money and the people that are stealing the information have now reached new levels of sophistication. Thanos ransomware (a.k.a. Source: [link].

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 12, 2023

On October 11, Critical Start published its biannual Cyber Threat Intelligence Report , leveraging research from its Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) team. Education remains one of the most susceptible industries to cyberattacks, yet there is more diversity in the types of threats. Louis on Oct.

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Jane Frankland

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

As technology advances at speed, it enables just as many opportunities as it introduces threats. Gains come but so do threats and losses. 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.

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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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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 22, 2024

These attacks trick users into giving up their personal data, such as login credentials and credit card information, which is subsequently used for ATO (account takeover) and other online attacks, leading to data breaches, theft of funds, and ransomware.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

DECEMBER 7, 2023

The 2023 update to our research on the perception of cybersecurity incident and data breach causes that’s helped organizations re-evaluate how they are at risk of a cybersecurity incident or data breach instead of what feels right. Source: Verizon DBIR [1] Patterns over time in cybersecurity data breaches.

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SC Magazine

APRIL 2, 2021

The $40 million ransomware attack on the district was one of a wave of cases targeting educational institutions over the last couple of weeks. Broward County’s case was one of several ransomware attacks that hit educational institutions in the past two weeks. Kovalev said we can expect ransomware attacks to grow more sophisticated.

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Cytelligence

OCTOBER 9, 2023

The healthcare industry has witnessed a rapid digital transformation, with hospitals, clinics, and medical practices relying heavily on technology to store and manage patient data, streamline operations, and improve patient care. Failure to comply with these regulations can result in severe penalties and reputational damage.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 16, 2023

Within the next few weeks, the government of the sub-continent is preparing to release an indigenous mobile operating system that has the potential to offer a health competition to American technology giants and will be safe to use in the current cyber threat landscape.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 7, 2021

Lastly, we recognized the cybersecurity challenges in SMBs and were in awe after the US Attorney’s office decided to investigate ransomware attacks the same way as terrorist attacks. A phishing campaign launched off of the back of the recent ransomware attack against Colonial Pipeline weeks ago. Other cybersecurity news.

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IT Security Guru

MAY 24, 2023

It helps to protect your organisation, workforce and clients from cyber-attacks. By doing this, you are reducing the chance of identity theft, data breaches, ransomware, and many other types of cyber threats. Cybersecurity is critical to any company. Use standard cybersecurity methods.

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