The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Phishing scams, malware, ransomware and data breaches are just some of the examples of cyberthreats that can devastate business operations and the protection of consumer information. Here are five notable historical events that influenced cybersecurity assessment and transformed it into what it is today: The Battle of Midway (1942).

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Approachable Cyber Threats

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

So what do heuristics look like in cybersecurity?” When we ask an expert to provide a risk estimate – for example, “How much would a data breach involving this server cost us?”, Data analysts aren’t immune to the ill effects of the recognition heuristic either. So when should I avoid heuristics in cybersecurity?”

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

Gal Helemski, Co-Founder & CTO/CPO of PlainID Many lessons can be learned when reflecting on 2022’s slew of data breaches. As we understand more about data security and, even more so, as data becomes more fluid, complex and dynamic, it’s critical to reevaluate what constitutes strong data protection.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 10, 2024

This announcement comes at a time when adversaries are increasingly using stolen identity data to bypass security measures and exploit exposed access. This is evidenced by large-scale infostealer malware campaigns and headline-grabbing breaches, such as the National Public Data breach , which leaked 2.7

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