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Handling Pandemic-Scale Cyber Threats (preprint)

Adam Shostack

A new paper on 'Pandemic Scale Cyber Events Josiah Dykstra and I have a new pre-print at Arxiv, Handling Pandemic-Scale Cyber Threats: Lessons from COVID-19. While the nature of these threats differs, the responses to COVID-19 illustrate valuable lessons that can guide preparation and response to cyber events.

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The March Madness Cyber Threat

Adam Levin

Educating employees and colleagues about the risks of phishing emails, cloned websites, and other common vectors for cyberattacks, especially during annual events like March Madness or the Superbowl can help prevent a data incident. The post The March Madness Cyber Threat appeared first on Adam Levin.

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LW ROUNDTABLE: Wrist slap or cultural shift? SEC fines cyber firms for disclosure violations

The Last Watchdog

As organizations continue facing escalating cyber threats, how they communicate multiplying and rapidly morphing cyber exposures – in essence how much they choose to abide by industry standards and embrace ethical practices — remains under intense scrutiny. There is only one path forward: transparency.

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Experts Warn of Cyber Threats to Elections and Geopolitical Events

SecureWorld News

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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Threat Landscape Report: Uncovering Critical Cyber Threats to Hospitality and Recreation

Digital Shadows

Lets dive into the key findings from this period and explore how organizations in this sector can strengthen their defenses against rising cyber threats. These fake accounts promote fraudulent offers like free event tickets or gambling top-ups, exploiting user trust and luring victims into phishing scams.

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Video: 2.9 Billion Records Compromised in NPD Breach – Recap

eSecurity Planet

This event has compromised sensitive information for nearly half of the global population, including Social Security numbers and personal family details, raising significant concerns about data security and individual safety. It’s part of a larger trend of increasing cyber threats targeting our most personal data. Transcript 2.9

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What you need to know: The biggest cyber threats in 2024

Webroot

In today’s world, both small businesses and everyday consumers face a growing number of cyber threats. OpenText’s 2024 Threat Hunter Perspective sheds light on what’s coming next and how to protect yourself. For consumers: Stay alert to potential phishing attacks or scams related to global events.