SecureWorld News

MAY 17, 2021

Social engineering tricks are constantly used by threat actors to gain access to an individual's account or even an entire organization's system. SecureWorld recently wrapped up one of its Remote Sessions to talk about the issue of social engineering, including best practices and how to avoid being fooled by a cyber criminal.

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IT Security Guru

MAY 20, 2024

Cybersecurity has never been more critical for businesses. In 2023, an astonishing 50 per cent of companies in the UK reported experiencing some form of cybersecurity breach or attack. Educate and Train Employees Regular training sessions on cybersecurity are crucial for keeping your organisation safe.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

DECEMBER 7, 2023

The 2023 update to our research on the perception of cybersecurity incident and data breach causes that’s helped organizations re-evaluate how they are at risk of a cybersecurity incident or data breach instead of what feels right. Source: Verizon DBIR [1] Patterns over time in cybersecurity data breaches. Keep reading below!

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

This article will provide you with a comprehensive guide on how to create cybersecurity awareness and protect yourself and your digital assets from potential threats. Understand the Cybersecurity Landscape: Begin by familiarizing yourself with the current cybersecurity landscape.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 16, 2021

Keeping up with the latest cybersecurity industry news and information can be a challenge all on its own. The (ISC)² team has gathered a collection of top cybersecurity podcasts that support our vision of inspiring a safe and secure cyber world. Top Cybersecurity Podcasts. Social-Engineer Podcast – Security Through Education.

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Security Through Education

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

This is just one reason why we have an entire month devoted to internet awareness and staying safe online, National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (CAM). As October is almost upon us, we want to be prepared to take part in this important event. Our speakers are all trained and certified Social Engineers. How can you do so?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2022

FIFA World Cup 2022, the football event that is going to be a cynosure of the entire world, will be held in Qatar this year and authorities and organizers are taking all precautions to bolster the Cybersecurity posture for the entire event.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 30, 2024

Table of Contents Toggle Recent Healthcare Attacks & Breaches 5 Key Cybersecurity Management Lessons to Learn Bottom Line: Learn Healthcare’s Lessons Before Suffering Pain Recent Healthcare Attacks & Breaches Large breaches affected over 88 million individuals in the USA in 2023, a 60% increase from 2022.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 13, 2023

It is essential to recognize that there is no one-size-fits-all solution in cybersecurity. For instance, Cisco's Annual Cybersecurity Report revealed that organizations using advanced firewalls, alongside other security technologies, experienced a 99.7% decrease in successful breaches.

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Javvad Malik

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Cuthbert spoke about security walled gardens, the responsibility of the cybersecurity community, and how to work with regulators in order to defend our digital world from the ravages of criminal enterprises. My presentation on navigating the social engineering jungle. Saturday: Bsides London.

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The Hacker News

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

A new attack campaign has targeted the gaming and gambling sectors since at least September 2022, just months prior to the ICE London 2023 gaming industry trade fair event that's scheduled next week.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 19, 2023

I’m proud to announce the release of the 11th edition of the ENISA Threat Landscape (ETL) on the state of the cybersecurity threat landscape. The Europen Agency for cybersecurity ENISA releases its ENISA Threat Landscape 2023 (ETL) report , which is the annual analysis of the state of the cybersecurity threat landscape.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 23, 2021

Cybersecurity podcasts are an easy way to immerse yourself in the world of SecOps. Depending on your interests, you can catch up on the latest news and hear analysis from experts in the field, or you can take a deep-dive into a major cybersecurity story or concept. Top cybersecurity podcasts. The best part? Darknet Diaries.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 3, 2023

Malicious online actors grow ever more sophisticated, making cybersecurity as big a concern for everyday consumers as it ever has been. For instance, phishing, one of the most common, is a social engineering attack used to steal user data. At the start of 2023, consumers remain out in the cold when it comes to online protection.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Despite all this, there is one tech category that has held up fairly well: Cybersecurity. Just look at a report from M&A advisory firm Houlihan Lokey , which found that private cybersecurity company funding grew by 9.4% There have been a number of impressive funding rounds this year for cybersecurity startups.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 18, 2024

Cybersecurity risks increase every year and bludgeon victims who fail to prepare properly. Cybersecurity predictions offer a glimpse at the dangerous oncoming traffic and help leaders develop strategies to navigate their journey safely. Those in cybersecurity who fail to look ahead will be crushed by what they don’t see coming.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 31, 2022

In the Secure World Spotlight Series, we learn about the speakers and Advisory Council members that make our events a success. In Q&A format, they share about their professional journeys, unique experiences, and hopes for the future of cybersecurity—along with some personal anecdotes. Get to know Diego Maldonado. A : Volatile.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Another pressing issue that retailers of all sizes need to address before the peak of the holiday season is the risk of facing a cybersecurity crisis. Because many retailers focus their energy on creating positive customer experiences and selling products or services, cybersecurity issues may not get the attention they should.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 24, 2024

In this episode, special guest Alyssa Miller joins the hosts for an insightful and entertaining conversation covering a broad range of topics from social engineering anecdotes involving Kevin Johnson to Alyssa’s journey in aviation and being a pilot.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

For example, in our personal lives, we may be likely to grossly underestimate the chances that we’ll experience a negative life event or be involved in an accident. The post How Optimism Bias Undermines Cybersecurity appeared first on Security Boulevard. Psychologists call this optimism.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 5, 2023

5, 2023 – Today, the Healey-Driscoll Administration kicked off Cybersecurity Month in Massachusetts with the announcement of $1,136,911 in funding to develop a new cybersecurity training center at MassBay Community College and support the existing center at Bridgewater State University. Worcester, Mass.,

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Approachable Cyber Threats

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Verizon’s 2022 Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR) [1] , an industry publication that analyzes cybersecurity incident and breach event data from around the world, found that over 99% of all incident and breach events fall into one of eight major categories. What influences our perception of cybersecurity breach causes?

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

The risks are real, and the impact of cybersecurity events continues to grow. A cyber catastrophe may seem inevitable, but there are basic practices and actionable steps any healthcare organization can take to begin reducing the clear and present risk of being impacted by a cybersecurity event. Evaluate data inventory.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 18, 2022

Clearly, preventing fires is better than fighting them……” So, to what extent are we able to protect ourselves from Cybersecurity events? With the alphabet soup of acronyms out there such as NIST, ISO, SOC, CISA, DevSecOps, etc…… protecting your business from Cybersecurity threats can be overwhelming.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 7, 2022

As the world becomes increasingly reliant on technology, cybersecurity remains a top priority for individuals, businesses, and governments alike. From advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) to the continued evolution of ransomware and cyberattacks, the coming year is sure to bring significant developments in the world of cybersecurity.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Microsoft and OpenAI warn that nation-state actors are using ChatGPT to automate some phases of their attack chains, including target reconnaissance and social engineering attacks. ” reads the report published by Microsoft.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 30, 2021

Although the benefits of homeworking are well-documented and recent events have proven that people can work just as effectively from home as they can from the office, many people will likely want at least a partial return to the workplace. How can organizations protect themselves against cyber-attacks when they have a hybrid working model?

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Spinone

OCTOBER 21, 2020

What are the cybersecurity threats? A cybersecurity threat is an event or software that can exploit a cyber vulnerability in the information system and bring damage to an organization. Types of cyber threats There are multiple ways to categorize cybersecurity threats. Social engineering. Cyberattack.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 12, 2023

CSE: NERD), a cybersecurity and mobile IT solutions company servicing the small and medium enterprise (SME) marketplace in Canada and the U.S., has developed SME Edge , a complete cybersecurity package that provides small-to-medium businesses comprehensive protection from the threat of data breaches.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

As 2023 draws to an end and cybersecurity budgeting is nearly complete, it helps to consider the year’s events and try to predict next year’s trends. After receiving input from industry experts and doing my own analysis of the year’s driving forces, I identified five major cybersecurity trends.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Every year, Kaspersky experts prepare forecasts for different industries, helping them to build a strong defense against any cybersecurity threats they might face in the foreseeable future. While supply-chain is a big challenge for business right now, its cybersecurity is not merely an issue, it’s a major problem.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 14, 2021

SANS Holiday Hack Challenge 2020 witnessed the participation of over 19,000 players and this year it’s expected to double up, as the event is being held online. The post Details of SANS Holiday Hack Challenge 2021 appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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Security Through Education

DECEMBER 8, 2021

And while we recognize this is a problem that affects everyone in all professions, this type of burnout is severely affecting the cybersecurity community. According to the Chartered Institute of Information Security (CIIS) 2020/21 State of the Profession report, job stress keeps 51% of cybersecurity professionals up at night.

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CSO Magazine

JUNE 14, 2022

At the same time, ransomware has been a critical factor driving the growth in corporate cybersecurity budgets as organizations grapple with the often-crippling threat. Despite the policy measures and increased private sector funding to slow down the drumbeat of attacks, ransomware threats remained a top topic at this year's RSA conference.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 15, 2023

The report is based on data collected from a wide range of sources, including Verizon's own incident response investigations, contributions from law enforcement agencies, cybersecurity firms, and other organizations. No surprise, social engineering is mentioned right off the bat. These criminals' methods can be predictable.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

This practice is said to be leading to social engineering based cyber attacks like online fraud and phishing attacks. Dark world is filled with cyber crooks who often prey on such events to exploit executives of multi-national firms.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) have emerged as critical tools for dealing with the ever-growing volume and complexity of cybersecurity threats. It’s not uncommon for security information and event management (SIEM) to include ML modules to detect network vulnerabilities and respond automatically.

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