SecureWorld News

MAY 30, 2024

However, if ShinyHunters' claims prove legitimate, it could rapidly escalate into one of the most severe data privacy disasters in history given the sheer number of individuals potentially impacted across the entertainment industry. "If RELATED: 3 Ways Ticketmaster Failed at Cybersecurity ]

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 27, 2023

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), the National Security Agency (NSA), and the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC). “The actors then instructed the recipient to ‘refund’ this excess amount to the scam operator.”

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 8, 2023

When most people think about social media and cybersecurity, they typically think about hackers taking over Instagram accounts or Facebook Messenger scammers taking private information. However, social media can be used for good, rather than evil, when it comes to cybersecurity. It’s for good reason that this is top-of-mind.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to help promote the month, which this year has the theme of "See Yourself in Cyber." Cybersecurity Awareness Month was first declared by President George W. This year's theme exemplifies that cybersecurity can be, and is, a complex subject, but it really comes down to people.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

January 28 was Data Privacy Day, but for Malwarebytes Labs, it was Data Privacy Week. As such, we’re packed with more privacy coverage than you can shake a stick at, starting with some practical steps on how to make your online life private and secure , and why privacy is core to a safer internet.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 21, 2022

As such, Metaverse cybersecurity is a big topic at the moment. What are the cybersecurity risks of the Metaverse? It is also likely that phishing will become a lot more sophisticated and intrusive, enabled by Metaverse technology. Blockchain scams. Businesses must train employees in cybersecurity from Day 1.

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Herjavec Group

DECEMBER 16, 2020

What should C-suite executives account for in their cybersecurity roadmaps and risk registers? The move to remote working happened practically overnight, forcing many enterprise cybersecurity teams to work hard to catch up and ensure their cybersecurity infrastructure was aligned with the new work environment.

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BH Consulting

JANUARY 11, 2022

From ransomware and scams to security frameworks and employee privacy, our 2021 ‘greatest hits’ show how broad the areas of cybersecurity and data protection can be. There’s plenty of food for thought and perspective for anyone in security leadership or privacy roles in their organisations.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 13, 2020

IoT devices are exposed to cybersecurity vulnerabilities. However, if you know where the dangers lurk, there is a way to minimize the cybersecurity risks. Here are five significant cybersecurity vulnerabilities with IoT in 2020. Malware, phishing, and web. The Threat is Definitely Real. The Threat is Definitely Real.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

This month, SiteLock is supporting Data Privacy Day on January 28, 2016 in an effort to create awareness around the importance of privacy and protecting personal information. Explain to your employees why cybersecurity matters and the risks associated with using poor security practices. Data privacy concerns us all.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Next, they discuss the potential risks of QR code scams, detailing a real-life incident where a woman lost a significant amount of money due to a QR code scam. In episode 307, Tom and Scott debunk misinformation circulating about the iOS 17 NameDrop feature by law enforcement and others on social media.

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Identity IQ

MARCH 11, 2021

Outside of data breaches, criminals commonly use malware and phishing scams to steal your personal data. Avoid including data like your date of birth, full name, address, geographical location or details about your work or family in social media posts. Implement High-Quality Security Software .

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 21, 2024

They talk about popular channels like Scammer Payback and Kitboga that show these scams in progress. In Episode 313, hosts Tom and Scott discuss the world of scambaiting, discussing what it is, the tactics used, and its effectiveness in stopping scammers.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 11, 2020

Long before COVID-19, some notable behind-the-scenes forces were in motion to elevate cybersecurity to a much higher level. There is, in fact, deep consensus about how to protect sensitive data and ensure the overall security of corporate networks. states, for instance.

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Adam Levin

JULY 28, 2020

Your email address could present the greatest liability when it comes to cybersecurity and privacy. A recent report found that email was the delivery method for 94% of malware attacks in 2019; a more recent study in 2020 indicated that email-based phishing may be hitting a new high. The trade-off for more control is more work.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 5, 2023

After a year that saw massive ransomware attacks and open cyber warfare, the biggest question in cybersecurity for 2023 will likely be how much of those attack techniques get commoditized and weaponized. 2023, he predicted, “will not be any easier when it comes to keeping users’ data safe and private.” Similarly, the U.S.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 5, 2023

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) found that K–12 cyberattacks more than tripled over the pandemic, from 400 reported incidents in 2018 to over 1,300 in 2021. Retaining security staff: show them the money Cybersecurity as an industry suffers from a retention problem.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2021

As if this yearly ritual does not put us enough on edge, it has also now become a primetime playoff for hacking scams and fraud. One of the most elementary, if not ultra-efficient from an effort standpoint, ways hackers can get us to click on emails or links and divulge personal information is to use what is called spear phishing.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 27, 2021

See if you agree with this statement: cybersecurity awareness is a continuing effort , not a month-long cram session. At the same time, seemingly endless scams can financially impact your end-users and even your personal life. This can rapidly overwhelm colleagues who might not be as familiar with cybersecurity 101 practices.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JUNE 6, 2018

billion worth of academic research by performing a phishing scam on university professors.” All of these attacks can have serious consequences for your organization, and the trend is clear: Cybersecurity threats will continue to increase, and CIOs should expect these threats to affect their organizations.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Too many times: Federal Communications Commission shuts stable door after horse bolted. But chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel (pictured) was hoping it would save us. The post FCC’s Got New Rules for SIM-Swap and Port-Out Fraud appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Affairs

MAY 2, 2022

Opportunistic employees in sensitive positions can abuse network privileges to obtain sensitive information, use weak passwords, or accidentally respond to phishing. ‘Twas a simple phishing scam that brought Twitter down! And so, the data breaches keep getting bigger. To nominate, please visit:? Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 7, 2024

Episode 324 features discussions on a significant AT&T data breach affecting 73 million customers and a sophisticated thread jacking attack targeting a journalist.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

About 90% of cyber attacks begin with a phishing email, text or malicious link, so training users not to click on anything they’re not sure about could have the highest return on investment (ROI) of any prevention technique — if those training efforts are successful and reinforced. This will help improve your data privacy too.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 14, 2023

With AI's ability to learn from data and continuously refine its tactics, cybercriminals can create more sophisticated, elusive and difficult-to-detect malware. The post Emerging Technologies, Evolving Threats: Strategies for Future-Proofing Data Security appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

For credit card giant Visa, the holiday season is always an extremely busy time. It not only brings out millions of people using plastic to pay for gifts, seasonal food, and decorations, but also bad actors armed with ever-evolving methods to steal credit card information and separate those buyers from their money. Visa’s research found.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 10, 2024

This was very much not the norm in cybersecurity, but I believe it was—and will always be—the right thing to do. Long ago, cybercriminals would steal your username and password by fooling you with an urgently worded phishing email. Today, while this tactic is still being used, there’s a much easier path to data theft.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 1, 2021

UK Smarties Cities Cybersecurity Warning. Eight UK men were arrested in an investigation into scam text messages. Keeping Phishing Simulations on Track. Cyber Security: Data ‘Re’-Assurance. Cybersecurity Is Not A One-Stop-Shop. Cybersecurity Is Not A One-Stop-Shop. Eight Arrested in UK Smishing Fraud Bust.

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