SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

AI-powered threat detection is enabling organizations to identify and neutralize attacks faster, but adversarial AI is also supercharging cyber threats. According to the report: "AI can analyze vast amounts of security data in real time, identifying anomalies and potential threats faster than traditional methods.

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Pen Test Partners

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Securing these systems is a growing challenge, with current regulations not fully addressing cyber threats. Container ships A large container ship has one huge main engine for propulsion. For this main engine to run, it needs support by ancillaries, mainly pumps, which are powered by electricity.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 14, 2024

The fourth annual SecureWorld Eastern virtual conference provided a glimpse into the rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape facing nations, businesses, and the very integrity of democratic elections worldwide.

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Jane Frankland

MAY 8, 2024

Could artificial intelligence (AI) be the key to outsmarting cyber threats in an increasingly connected world? Constantly Evolving Threats Just as the night follows the day, the world of cybersecurity is no stranger to constant change and adaptation. Is it our only hope for survival?These

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

4, 2024, CyberNewsWire — AI SPERA , a leading Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) company, has achieved PCI DSS v4.0 certification for its flagship search engine solution, Criminal IP. Torrance, Calif., This accomplishment builds on last year’s attainment of PCI DSS v3.2.1

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IT Security Guru

JANUARY 9, 2025

As we begin the New Year, it offers a chance for reflection on 2024 and to consider what we can do as security professionals and business leaders in 2025 that will keep us relevant and in the best position to counter cyber threats going forward. Additionally, engaging with vendors to understand their plans for QRC support is crucial.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 1, 2024

From generating deepfakes to enhancing phishing campaigns, GAI is evolving into a tool for large-scale cyber offenses GAI has captured the attention of researchers and investors for its transformative potential across industries. Unfortunately, its misuse by malicious actors is altering the cyber threat landscape.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Organizations face rising risks of AI-driven social engineering and personal device breaches. The growing sophistication of cyber threats demands robust identity assurance solutions that include multifactor authentication, risk monitoring and adaptive verification collectively forming multi-factor verification (MFV.)

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 13, 2025

While the AI-generated malware in this case required manual intervention to function, the fact that these systems can produce even semi-functional malicious code is a clear signal that security teams need to adapt their strategies to account for this emerging threat vector."

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2025

Keeping pests out of your home and keeping cyber threats out of your organization might seem worlds apart, but there are surprising parallels between the two. Step 6: Adapting to new threats Pestie parallel: Pests evolve; new species might emerge, and old ones may adapt to traditional treatments.

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Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Conclusion The construction sector’s susceptibility to cyber threats and its critical need to maintain operational continuity makes it a prime target for malicious actors.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 7, 2025

Beware the Poisoned Apple: Defending Against Malware and Social Engineering Just like Snow White was tricked into accepting a poisoned apple from the Evil Queen, malware and social engineering attacks exploit trust to deliver harmful payloads. Ensure your organization builds a "brick house" of security to stay protected!

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Resecurity observed an increased interest in specialists involved in science and technology (S&T) and drone engineering by foreign actors, which enables them to pivot from cyber to traditional industrial espionage.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 8, 2025

Xanthorox reasoner advanced mimics human reasoning, helping attackers craft more believable phishing messages or manipulate targets through social engineering. It features a live web scraper tool that pulls data from over 50 search engines for real-time reconnaissance.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 5, 2024

From phishing schemes and ransomware attacks to social engineering and doxxing, high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) face an ever-evolving array of cyber threats, and the risks of digital exposure are greater than ever.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

In today's digital landscape, cyber threats are more advanced than ever, and traditional security models are no longer sufficient. These evolving threats often exploit gaps in traditional security. Deepfake social engineering: Deepfakes can mimic legitimate users to manipulate access.

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Mitnick Security

MAY 9, 2025

Phishing, ransomware, and insider threats are exposing gaps in outdated defenses and putting customer data at risk. In 2025, financial services firms arent asking if an attack will happen but how to stop it or minimize the fallout when it does.

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Jane Frankland

MAY 3, 2025

Allegedly orchestrated by the same group known as Scattered Spider, these attacks highlight the significant challenges even the most respected and established brands face in defending against modern cyber threats. Then, the focus of cyber attacks on retailers, and what lessons must be learned by business leaders and customers.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 10, 2024

June 10, 2024, CyberNewsWire — AI SPERA, a leader in Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) solutions, announced that it has started selling its paid threat detection data from its CTI search engine ‘ Criminal IP ‘ on the Snowflake Marketplace. Torrance, Calif.,

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 6, 2025

By using AI as a force multiplier for our expert investigative teams, in the three months since our last report we’ve been able to detect, disrupt and expose abusive activity including social engineering, cyber espionage, deceptive employment schemes, covert influence operations and scams.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

However, even seemingly limited breaches can have downstream effects, enabling phishing attacks and social engineering schemes. As cyber threats evolve, businesses should reassess their third-party risk management strategies. How did this happen?

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Tech Republic Security

APRIL 25, 2025

Mandiant, which was acquired by Google Cloud in 2022, paints a picture of global cyber threats from last year in order to help readers be better prepared this year.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 2, 2024

In today’s digital landscape, organizations face numerous challenges when it comes to mitigating cyber risks. Related: How AI is transforming DevOps The constant evolution of technology, increased connectivity, and sophisticated cyber threats pose significant challenges to organizations of all sizes and industries.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Key findings: the cyber threat landscape in 2025 1. AI, a double-edged sword AI-driven cybersecurity tools enhance threat detection but also empower attackers with sophisticated social engineering, deepfake campaigns, and automated exploits. Joint Cyber Defense Collaborative (JCDC).

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 24, 2025

24, 2025, CyberNewswire – – INE Security , a global provider of cybersecurity training and certification, today announced its initiative to spotlight the increasing cyber threats targeting healthcare institutions. For example, network defense and malware analysis labs show engineers how to contain ransomware outbreaks.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 29, 2023

Thankfully, the incident ended safely (or perhaps was unproven), but it clearly highlighted a need for stiffer security measures, particularly as all experts agree avionics system complexity and growing use of onboard software updates increases cyber-security risks. Risks delineated Still, there have been many other incidents since.

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Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 11, 2022

. “Despite its relatively low score in comparison to other vulnerabilities patched today, this one should be at the top of everyone’s list to quickly patch,” said Kevin Breen , director of cyber threat research at Immersive Labs. Some privilege escalation bugs can be particularly scary.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 30, 2022

leaving organizations vulnerable to cyber threats. Related: Deploying employees as threat sensors. One student who took a free Security+ Training Boot Camp with Infosec and VetsinTech recently landed a Security Engineer job at a Caterpillar, nearly doubling their previous civilian role salary (as a scientist).

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Hacker's King

OCTOBER 19, 2024

As cyber threats escalate, the demand for skilled professionals in cybersecurity is skyrocketing. You may also want to read about: Cybersecurity vs Software Engineering in 2024 The Global Rise of Cyber Threats In the past decade, cyber threats have grown in frequency, complexity, and impact.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 17, 2025

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. This compliance not only safeguards sensitive financial information but also helps your operational resilience in the face of cyber threats.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The FBI, CISA, and MS-ISAC have issued a joint cybersecurity advisory warning organizations about Ghost (Cring) ransomware, a sophisticated cyber threat that has been compromising critical infrastructure, businesses, and government entities worldwide. Enforce DMARC, DKIM, and SPF to prevent spoofing.

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Digital Shadows

JANUARY 22, 2025

Were thrilled to unveil our latest threat landscape report for the finance and insurance sector, offering in-depth analysis of the evolving cyber threats facing this industry. Organizations should implement domain monitoring, enforce DMARC policies, and train employees to recognize social engineering methods.

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Krebs on Security

JUNE 13, 2023

“An attacker able to gain admin access to an internal SharePoint server could do a lot of harm to an organization,” said Kevin Breen , director of cyber threat research at Immersive Labs. This SharePoint flaw earned a CVSS rating of 9.8 is the most dangerous).

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 20, 2025

This intersection of sports, money, and digital activity makes for a perfect storm of social engineering attacks. Mobile madness: the sneaky side of cyber scams With fans constantly checking scores, streaming games, and logging into betting apps, mobile devices are a major attack surface. Awareness and vigilance.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 20, 2024

Related: GenAI’s impact on elections It turns out that the vast datasets churned out by cybersecurity toolsets happen to be tailor-made for ingestion by Generative AI ( GenAI ) engines and Large Language Models ( LLMs.) Using AI-driven analytics, we’ve automated many routine security tasks and enhanced our threat detection accuracy.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 7, 2024

7, 2024, CyberNewswire — Criminal IP , a renowned Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) search engine developed by AI SPERA , has partnered with Hybrid Analysis , a platform that provides advanced malware analysis and threat intelligence, to enhance threat research. Torrance, Calif.,

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 2, 2024

It’s a digital swindle as old as the internet itself, and yet, as the data tells us, the vast majority of security incidents are still rooted in the low-tech art of social engineering. Some 74 percent of cyber breaches are caused by human factors, including errors, stolen credentials, misuse of access privileges, or social engineering.

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