The Hacker News

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is urging manufacturers to get rid of default passwords on internet-exposed systems altogether, citing severe risks that could be exploited by malicious actors to gain initial access to, and move laterally within, organizations.

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Webroot

JUNE 2, 2022

If you’re the parent of a gamer, or if you’re a gamer yourself, it’s important to learn about the risks. Why are cyber threats to gamers on the rise? Many gamers are unaware of the cybersecurity risks that they face. Top cyber threats in gaming. There are numerous cyber threats to gamers.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

An annual report released by NordPass states that online users are repeatedly committing the same mistake by using their own name as a password, which could put their online identity at a major risk in coming years. The post Cyber Threat by using own name as Password appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Winning the ongoing battle against cybercrime and criminals starts with understanding the nature of the threats and how to combat them. How high is your business’ cyber threat intelligence ? What is Cyber Threat Intelligence? Business Threat Statistics You Should Know. Independent vendor research.

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The Security Ledger

MAY 16, 2024

In this Spotlight Podcast, host Paul Roberts talks with Chris Walcutt, the CSO of DirectDefense about the rising cyber threats facing operational technology (OT) and how organizations that manage OT - including critical infrastructure owners can best manage increased cyber risks to OT environments.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 9, 2023

With the internet as a fundamental communication and commercial technology, data derived from users’ online activities has become more important to businesses and organizations. The post Browser Fingerprint Spoofing: A New Cyber Risk appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 18, 2021

Online shopping, mobile banking, even accessing your e-mails — all these can expose you to cyber threats. The good news is you can protect yourself against all these threats, without having to be too tech savvy. Everything connected to the internet is vulnerable to cyber attacks. Keep All Your Devices Up to Date.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Tens of thousands of applications that are critical to the operations of data centers around the globe are exposed to the internet, with many secured with default factory passwords, posing a significant cyber risk to enterprises worldwide. Moreover, data centers are rapidly upgrading. This is laziness at its worst.”.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JULY 21, 2022

The Ongoing Cyber Threat to Critical Infrastructure. With that in mind, Thales has launched the 2022 Thales Data Threat Report Critical Infrastructure Edition, which includes responses from 300 security leaders and practitioners within critical infrastructure organizations. The Threat of Ransomware.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In the contemporary digital landscape, new threats emerge constantly. If someone connects to the Internet, it exposes organizations to the risk of being targeted by hackers. Cyber threats have advanced into the industry, making security an important aspect of spreading awareness for both businesses and governments worldwide.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Manufacturing needs to adopt a Zero Trust approach to mitigate increased cyber threats. Long gone is the time when manufacturing systems and operations were siloed from the Internet and, therefore, were not a cybersecurity target. Thu, 10/20/2022 - 06:20. Survey’s key findings.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 16, 2021

What are Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) products? Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) products refer to a combination of medical applications and devices connected to healthcare information technology systems through an online computer network or a wireless network. Read full post.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 17, 2021

The internet has changed over the years. Zoom isn’t necessarily 100% safe for kids who might not know the risks. The post Teaching kids internet safety tips for Zoom parties appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders. This blog was written by an independent guest blogger. Image Source: Pexels. Read full post.

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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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Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Cyber threat actors, with varying resources and motivations, are highly interested in these eye-catching events too. For instance, financially-motivated threat actors often plant in malicious URLs spoofing these events to fraudulent sites, hoping to maximize their chances of scamming naive internet users for a quick (illicit) profit.

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Webroot

MAY 9, 2024

Losing them to cyber threats can compromise your future. Understanding the risks Identity theft and fraud pose significant risks, especially for new graduates entering the world of financial independence. A VPN encrypts your internet connection, protecting your data from prying eyes.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 28, 2023

They need to understand the economic drivers and impact of cyber risk, and they need to ensure that cyber risk management is aligned with business objectives. These principles are backed by research and best practices, and they can help organizations navigate the treacherous cyber landscape while driving strategic goals.

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McAfee

MAY 10, 2021

Even as the internet kept us connected with family and friends during the pandemic, people remain understandably eager to reconnect in person as vaccines roll out and restrictions ease. While people expect low risk or no risk at all on their home network (85%) or a friend’s home (73%), they’re far less apt to trust other networks.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

From smart thermostats to connected refrigerators, the Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized how we interact with our home environments. Our homes are increasingly becoming a web of interconnected devices.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 15, 2023

The internet is a vast digital landscape that can extend beyond the public facing part many see each day. Typically, the public facing portion of the internet that is seen today is called the clear or surface web. The post Deep Web Intelligence: The Complete 2023 Guide appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Heimadal Security

JULY 28, 2023

Picture this scenario: you’re browsing the internet, going about your business, when suddenly a malicious website pops up out of nowhere. Your heart races as you realize that your sensitive data and personal information may be at risk. You scramble to find a solution to protect yourself and your company from these cyber threats.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Category News, Risk Level. Today, Tuesday February 8 is Safer Internet Day , which will be celebrated this year in over 100 countries. ConnectSafely, the official US host, spoke to parents, educators and young people across the country to find out what’s on their minds when it comes to online safety and wellbeing in 2022.

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The Security Ledger

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

The post Spotlight: Making the Most of Cyber Threat Intelligence with Itsik Kesler of. MP3 ] | [ Transcript ] In the last decade, so-called “cybercrime threat intelligence” has gone from being the specialty of three letter intelligence agencies to a standard part of many enterprise security portfolios. Read the whole entry. »

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 21, 2023

A lot of internet users cannot imagine having a life without technology or access to e-ticket booking, e-commerce, online banking, the latest news, or getting in touch with their family and friends using online communication or through social media. But is it always safe to surf the internet? What is Virtual Reality?

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 24, 2019

Russia successfully disconnected from the internet. Russia’s government announced that it has successfully concluded a series of tests for its RuNet intranet aimed at country disconnection from the Internet. One of them is checking the integrity and security of the Internet as a result of external negative influences.”

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Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

By understanding their motivations, we can better comprehend the risks and develop effective strategies to protect ourselves. Implement Firewalls and Antivirus Software Firewalls act as a barrier between your internal network and the external internet, monitoring and blocking unauthorized access. Share it with your friends.

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SC Magazine

MAY 17, 2021

Michael Daniel, former cyber coordinator under the Obama administration and now president and CEO of the non-profit Cyber Threat Alliance, thinks he knows why information sharing so often fails. It can also help communication of cyber risks in a way that is more easily understood by executive decision makers.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

What are the security risks? The most significant impending security risks associated with switching over to quantum computers are related to cryptographic encryption. The global internet economy relies on cryptography as the foundation for a secure network.

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CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

The predictions are a part of the company’s Cyber Threat Index , which was compiled using data gathered by the company’s active risk management and reduction technology, combining data from underwriting and claims, internet scans, its global network of honeypot sensors, and scanning over 5.2 billion IP addresses.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 29, 2022

Here is a rundown of the benefits of an asset management software in cutting down cyber-related threats. Identify assets and their associated risks. Admins can reduce security risks associated with unidentified, forgotten, or malfunctioning IT assets when IT possessions are tracked.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 9, 2023

The Internet is a gold mine of threat information that can bolster your cyber defenses if you actively track this data. Tracking cyber threats across […] The post Threat Tracking: Tracking Threats Across the Dark and Clear Web appeared first on Flare | Cyber Threat Intel | Digital Risk Protection.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

At SiteLock, we too believe in creating a secure Internet for every individual. Beyond protecting websites, our goal is to teach all Internet users about cyber threats and risks. WordPress powers 25% of the Internet , including well-known sites like CNN and Major League Baseball.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The nebulous part of the internet: the dark web, which traditional search engines don’t index, serves as a hub for cybercriminal activity, ranging from illicit trade in stolen data to planning sophisticated cyberattacks. The post Dark Web Analytics: Detecting Threats Across the Dark Web appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

Being constantly connected to the internet, they are either protected by basic passwords or, in some cases, have no password protection at all. Challenges in securing IoMT devices The Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) is essentially a subset of the wider Internet of Things (IoT) concept.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Cyberrisk is business risk. But how should we communicate this risk to the business, to clients, or to investors? Accenture annual report: risks we face from cyberattacks. However, we were most interested in seeing how Accenture articulated a particular business risk: the risk from a cyberattack.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 2, 2019

Small and midsize businesses — so-called SMBs — face an acute risk of sustaining a crippling cyberattack. This appears to be even more true today than it was when I began writing about business cyber risks at USA TODAY more than a decade ago. I had the chance at RSA 2019 to discuss the SMB security landscape at length with Gill.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Many businesses find digital twinning helpful for their assets, processes, and, lately, cyber security network. As many businesses transfer their resources to the cloud and the Internet of Things (IoT) becomes more prevalent, threat actors are increasingly interested in exploiting unprotected devices, networks, etc.

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