SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

To protect against them, you need to know the methods of hackers and the principles of malware operation. Tactical — Here, you will find reports or messages in formats like STIX-MISP that detail the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) deployed by hacker groups and specific malware.

Cyber threats 90

Cyber threats Artificial Intelligence Malware Threat Reports 90

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Ransomware is everywhere these days, striking fear into the hearts of IT and business managers alike. And studies support that perception, showing ransomware growing in both prevalence and effectiveness. Best Ransomware Removal Tools. Protect against cloud threats and misconfiguration. EnigmaSoft’s Key Features.

Ransomware 107

Ransomware VPN Backups Malware 107

Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Malware and Ransomware Malware, short for malicious software, is a broad term that encompasses various types of software designed to harm or gain unauthorized access to systems. Hackers use malware to infect computers and networks, enabling them to steal data, spy on users, or gain control over systems.

Cyber threats 52

Cyber threats Penetration Testing Passwords Backups 52

IT Security Guru

MAY 20, 2024

This number highlights the widespread nature of digital threats. Today, common cyber threats include phishing, ransomware, and malware attacks, each capable of significantly disrupting operations and compromising sensitive data. It ensures your data remains secure against a wide array of cyber threats.

Cybersecurity 114

Cybersecurity Backups Cyber threats Mobile 114

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 11, 2022

Next-generation firewalls from Palo Alto Networks with AT&T Multi-Access Edge Computing (MEC) solutions are designed to help protect enterprises while optimizing security performance for these new use cases. They also help reduce complexity by assisting the customer with ongoing configuration changes to their firewall policies.

Firewall 94

Firewall IoT Mobile Technology 94

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has issued an alert about a surge in ransomware attacks targeting education institutions. National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), has issued an alert about a surge in ransomware attacks against education institutions. PowerShell) to easily deploy tooling or ransomware.

Education 144

Education Ransomware Antivirus Backups 144

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Malware has been around for nearly 40 years, longer even than the World Wide Web, but ransomware is a different kind of threat, capable of crippling a company and damaging or destroying its critical data. And the threat is growing. Ransomware Protection and Recovery Steps. Ransomware removal tools.

Ransomware 138

Ransomware Backups Encryption Insurance 138

Security Affairs

JULY 8, 2023

Ransomware Redefined: RedEnergy Stealer-as-a-Ransomware attacks MAR-10445155-1.v1 Ransomware Redefined: RedEnergy Stealer-as-a-Ransomware attacks MAR-10445155-1.v1 v1 Truebot Activity Infects U.S. v1 Truebot Activity Infects U.S.

Firewall 84

Firewall Ransomware Password Management Malware 84

The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 13, 2020

Gartner refers to this as the Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), which is a framework combining the functionality of Wide Area Network (WAN) with network security services to shield against any cyber threats or cloud-enabled SaaS. The cyber threats landscape. SASE is a sophisticated response to a complex, dynamic threat.

B2C 214

B2C IoT B2B VPN 214

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

As a website owner, chances are you’ve heard a great deal about malware. But you may wonder what exactly malware is, and why it’s such a serious threat to your website and your site’s visitors. What is Malware? And if you own a business website, a malware attack can cost you revenue and customers. Ransomware.

Malware 98

Malware Spyware Adware Software 98

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

The 2022 SonicWall Cyber Threat Report found that all types of cyberattacks increased in 2021. Encrypted threats spiked 167%, ransomware increased 105%, and 5.4 billion malware attacks were identified by the report. Ransomware. Ransomware is the fastest-growing trend. Mobile attacks.

Backups 145

Backups Ransomware Firewall Malware 145

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2021

Regardless of how familiar you are with Information Security, you’ve probably come across the term ‘malware’ countless times. From accessing your business-critical resources and sensitive information to halting business operations and services, a malware infection can quickly become an organization’s worst nightmare come true.

Malware 107

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 107

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Malware, or code written for malicious purposes, is evolving. Software developers face new threats from malicious code as their tools and processes have proven to be an effective and lucrative threat vector. Often, like in the case of ransomware, malicious code both benefits the attacker and harms the victim. Ransomware.

Malware 96

Malware Software Ransomware Adware 96

IT Security Guru

JULY 19, 2021

Although cybercrime as a whole has seen a rise during the pandemic, arguably ransomware has been one of the more successful and lucrative attack types. Our own research report, the State of Encrypted Attacks Report 2020 , found that there had been a 500 per cent rise in ransomware compared to 2019. Security hygiene is the best defence.

Ransomware 96

Ransomware Digital transformation Antivirus DDOS 96

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2022

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. WannaCry malware was first discovered in May 2017 and a patch was released roughly two months prior to its public release.

Malware 114

Malware Threat Detection Firewall Encryption 114

Krebs on Security

APRIL 13, 2022

Nine of the updates pushed this week address problems Microsoft considers “critical,” meaning the flaws they fix could be abused by malware or malcontents to seize total, remote access to a Windows system without any help from the user. . “Go patch your systems before that situation changes.”. 10 being the worst).

DNS 269

DNS Internet Internet Firewall 269

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.

Ransomware 130

Ransomware Risk Backups Education 130

SecureWorld News

JUNE 26, 2023

Even as your organization hires more security experts and invests in ever-better cybersecurity technology, malware, phishing, and other attacks remain a persistent threat to your organization and the data of your customers. Antivirus firewalls are the first line of defense against many malware and other intrusive attacks.

Cybersecurity 86

Cybersecurity Antivirus Cyber threats Cybercrime 86

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.

Ransomware 85

Ransomware Education Encryption Firewall 85

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.

Cybersecurity 93

Cybersecurity Education Cyber threats Passwords 93

Security Affairs

APRIL 10, 2024

However, while companies struggle to stay ahead of emerging threats, there are several tools and approaches they can adopt to bolster their cybersecurity strategies. A Dynamic, Complex Threat Landscape Today’s cyber threat landscape is characterized by its dynamic and complex nature.

Cybersecurity 105

Cybersecurity Digital transformation Threat Detection Cyber threats 105

Malwarebytes

JULY 26, 2022

It’s no secret that ransomware is one of the most pressing cyber threats of our day. What worse, ransomware gangs have increased their attacks on a range of vulnerable industries, with disruptions to business operations, million-dollar ransom demands, data exfiltration, and extortion. Part 2: Pinpointing the ransomware.

Encryption 70

Encryption Ransomware Backups Firewall 70

Approachable Cyber Threats

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Types of Cyber Threats in Digital Banking Hackers see digital banking as a huge opportunity because sensitive information such as your financial information is now more accessible than ever since its online. Firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems: These are used to monitor and block unauthorized access to a network.

Banking 94

Banking Social Engineering Cyber threats Encryption 94

CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

It can prove disastrous if we ignore cyber threats on businesses, as it can lead to a permanent shutdown. Just creating an environment where companies can start testing their infrastructure against the existing threats, especially ransomware. So, what should be done?

Cyber Attacks 89

Cyber Attacks Manufacturing Healthcare Firewall 89

Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 9, 2023

Cyber threats targeting the telecom industry are nothing new. Malware and Ransomware Attacks : Undeniably, these attacks are a growing threat to the telecom sector, as they can cause significant disruption of services and affect more people than just the telecom company itself. Why are Telecom Sectors Targeted?

Telecommunications 105

Telecommunications IoT Firewall Encryption 105

CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 6, 2021

Black Lotus Labs, a subsidiary of Lumen Technologies, has warned all website owners about an increase in ‘watering hole’ cyber threats. The researchers from the organization say that a hacking group operating from Asia was busy launching malware campaigns targeting websites operated by large and small businesses.

Cybersecurity 82

Cybersecurity Small Business Cyber Attacks Firewall 82

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Some common examples of Cybercrime-as-a-Service offerings include: Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS): Cybercriminals offer ransomware packages that other individuals or groups can use to infect and encrypt their targets' data. Cybercriminals can use these botnets to send spam, conduct DDoS attacks, or spread malware.

Cybercrime 77

Cybercrime Encryption DDOS Backups 77

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.

Cloud Migration 52

Cloud Migration Malware Phishing Security Defenses 52

SecureWorld News

AUGUST 24, 2020

For remote workers, endpoint security is perhaps the most essential measure as this is important in detecting the latest malware attacks. Growth in malware during COVID-19. It is sadly the case that as the instances of remote working have risen, so has the number of malware attacks against businesses.

Malware 52

Malware Firewall Ransomware Encryption 52

Malwarebytes

APRIL 17, 2023

Regular readers of our monthly ransomware review ( read our April edition here ) know that Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) gangs have been making headlines globally with their disruptive attacks on organizations. Looking at the ROI of MDR 3 ways MDR can drive business growth for MSPs Cyber threat hunting for SMBs: How MDR can help

Ransomware 77

Ransomware Artificial Intelligence System Administration Firewall 77

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

The research shows that cyber threats like ransomware have become a top priority for business executives and boards of directors,” said Jon Oltsik, an analyst with ESG. Not surprisingly, 46% said ransomware protection was one of their top five spending priorities.

Backups 140

Backups Firewall DDOS Antivirus 140

CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 26, 2023

Since February, the group has launched multiple attacks based on their latest ransomware campaign labeled Buhti. An interesting detail about the organization is that they do not make their own strains of malware. is the latest version of the Lockbit ransomware which was developed by the Lockbit group in early 2020. Lockbit 3.0

Cybercrime 100

Cybercrime Social Engineering Ransomware Phishing 100

SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2024

Judging a cyber threat by its name can be illusory. Malvertising acts as a vessel for malware propagation. Some of the unearthed hoaxes delivered infostealers such as Aurora Stealer, Batloader, and IceID, with the latter having gained notoriety for facilitating Quantum ransomware distribution.

Cybercrime 85

Cybercrime Advertising Engineering Antivirus 85

Webroot

JUNE 21, 2021

It’s important for a business to be prepared with an exercised business continuity and disaster recovery (BC/DR) plan plan before its hit with ransomware so that it can resume operations as quickly as possible. Key steps and solutions should be followed to prepare and respond to cyber threats or attacks against your organization.

Backups 119

Backups DNS Ransomware Antivirus 119

Security Boulevard

MAY 17, 2024

HYAS Protect is an intelligent, cloud-based protective DNS solution that proactively detects and blocks communication with command and control (C2) infrastructure used in malware attacks. The system effectively mitigates a wide range of cyber threats by identifying suspicious DNS activities.

DNS 59

DNS Engineering Phishing Malware 59

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).

Firewall 139

Firewall Backups Ransomware Phishing 139

SecureWorld News

MAY 22, 2024

Leveraging authorities under the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), the EPA is directing community water systems (CWSs) to take specific actions to ensure compliance with cybersecurity requirements and better secure their industrial control systems from escalating cyber threats. water systems often lag behind.

Energy and Utilities 84

Energy and Utilities Cyber threats Cybersecurity Risk 84