CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

At the same time more employees are working from home and other remote locations, cyber threats against their devices are on the rise. The attacks are becoming more insidious, such as malware that modifies itself to infiltrate a system and hit a specific target, along with attacks directed at firmware.

Firmware 92

Firmware Cryptocurrency Cyber threats Phishing 92

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 15, 2023

Lockbit ransomware gang demanded an 80 million ransom to CDW CISA warns of vulnerabilities and misconfigurations exploited in ransomware attacks Stayin’ Alive campaign targets high-profile Asian government and telecom entities. Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press.

DDOS 89

DDOS Data breaches Cybercrime Ransomware 89

SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

A 2021 Cynerio report revealed a staggering 123% increase in ransomware attacks on healthcare facilities, resulting in more than 500 incidents and costs exceeding $21 billion. This involves a commitment to continuous monitoring and updating of security measures, ensuring the device remains safe and secure against evolving cyber threats.

Healthcare 94

Healthcare Manufacturing Internet Internet 94

NopSec

DECEMBER 7, 2016

Ransomware Ransomware is a type of virus that impairs the use of a computer or damages the files stored on it unless a ransom is paid. Modern variants of ransomware, called crypto ransomware, entomb the files stored on a hard drive using strong encryption. This was then used to develop their own indigenous designs.

Cyber threats 40

Cyber threats Ransomware Cyber Attacks Manufacturing 40

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

“The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has consistently observed Chinese Ministry of State Security (MSS)-affiliated cyber threat actors using publicly available information sources and common, well-known tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to target U.S. Government agencies.”

Government 69

Government VPN Firmware Energy and Utilities 69

SecureWorld News

AUGUST 8, 2022

Cybercriminals often use malware to gain access to a computer or mobile device to deploy viruses, worms, Trojans, ransomware, spyware, and rootkits. The top malware strains in 2021 included remote access Trojans (RATs), banking Trojans, information stealers, and ransomware. MOUSEISLAND may be the initial phase of a ransomware attack.

Malware 82

Malware Banking Healthcare Penetration Testing 82

CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 12, 2023

With threat actors refining their strategies and incorporating DDoS attacks into multi-vector incidents, organizations must contend with not only outages caused by overwhelmed servers but also data breaches, ransomware, and other associated threats.

DDOS 129

DDOS Telecommunications Data breaches Firmware 129

Approachable Cyber Threats

JANUARY 17, 2023

A publicly available network may not always have the latest firmware, patch updates on its hardware, or have proper encryption enabled; therefore, if you connect to the network you may be exposing yourself to potential risks. Most likely, it is free and faster than using the data from our phone plan. What are the potential risks?”

Encryption 98

Encryption Internet Internet VPN 98

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Control Inbound and Outbound Traffic: Configuring firewall rules to manage both incoming and outgoing traffic is an important defense against cyber threats, preventing unauthorized access and malicious software from stealing data. Regularly update router firmware to patch vulnerabilities and close potential avenues of attack.

Malware 120

Malware Antivirus Software Passwords 120

eSecurity Planet

JULY 25, 2023

Also read: How to Create an Incident Response Plan Best Incident Response Tools and Software Top Vulnerability Management Tools ​​23 Common Types of Security Incidents Understanding the dynamic nature of cyber threats is important, as they can manifest a single isolated attack or multiple simultaneous attacks at the same time.

Software 98

Software Data breaches DDOS Ransomware 98

CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

For example, the recent ransomware that leverages IT/OT convergence including the manufacturing and energy industries has prompted CISA to issue guidance regarding ransomware impacting OT environments ( read the guidance and how Tenable can help). whether done through the network or locally. Conclusion.

Energy and Utilities 101

Energy and Utilities Manufacturing Threat Detection Technology 101

Malwarebytes

MAY 18, 2023

Cyber criminals come in all shapes and sizes. On one end of the spectrum, there’s the script kiddie or inexperienced ransomware gang looking to make a quick buck. Advanced Persistent Threats (APT ) groups fall into this latter category. The majority of these groups have ties to China, Russia, and Iran.

Social Engineering 63

Social Engineering Phishing Malware Software 63

McAfee

AUGUST 24, 2021

Lastly, the pump runs its own custom Real Time Operating System (RTOS) and firmware on a M32C microcontroller. million dollars to get their oil pipeline running again from ransomware attacks. The WIFI module for the SpaceStation also runs a standard version of Linux on an ARM chipset and communicates over a PCI bus with SpaceCom.

Computers and Electronics 145

Computers and Electronics Authentication Software Risk 145

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 18, 2024

Nation-State attack dominance now underpins the capabilities, growth, and impacts of the cybersecurity industry Nation-state investment, innovation, and willingness to conduct complex attacks are the catalyst that underpins the advancement of malicious capabilities and empowers all levels of activity across the spectrum of cyber threat archetypes.

Risk 115

Risk Cybersecurity CISO Technology 115