SC Magazine

MAY 4, 2021

The employees at your organization are badly in need of security awareness training. “B” is obviously the correct choice, but not all companies succeed in motivating their workers to learn the ins and outs of phishing, social engineering and other cyber threats. . What do you do?

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Newly discovered cracked applications being distributed by unauthorized websites are delivering Trojan-Proxy malware to macOS users who are looking for free or cheap versions of the software tools they want. The malware can be used by bad actors for a range of malicious activities, including hacking into systems or running phishing campaigns.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Cyber Security Awareness Month: Time to Act and Protect Trust. We’re approaching the end of Cyber Security Awareness Month , an annual event dedicated to increasing awareness of cybersecurity topics globally. Recognize phishing. Phishing is a popular tactic for cybercriminals.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Microsoft has recently brought attention to a highly-sophisticated and targeted phishing campaign conducted by a notorious threat actor group known as Storm-0324. Microsoft's Threat Intelligence team said: "In July 2023, Storm-0324 began using phishing lures sent over Teams with malicious links leading to a malicious SharePoint-hosted file.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

In our increasingly digital world, where technology permeates every aspect of our lives, cyber-security awareness has become an indispensable skill. 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.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 23, 2023

Spear phishing is a more targeted and effective phishing technique that attempts to exploit specific individuals or groups within an organization. While phishing uses a broader range of tactics, such as mass emailing to random recipients, spear phishing is often well-researched and tailored to high-value targets.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 18, 2023

Experts are worried that ChatGPT’s ability to source recent data about an organization could make social engineering and phishing attacks more effective than ever. The post When ChatGPT Goes Phishing appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 11, 2022

If you like anti-phishing efforts, hashtags, and confusing but colourful video games, you’ll be interested to know that a security initiative involving all three is now live. The American Bankers Association and other banks in the US are involved in an awareness campaign tied in with National Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Kaspersky researchers recently found evidence of an advanced threat group continuously updating its malware to evade security products, similar to a release cycle for developers. LODEINFO has been observed engaged in a spear- phishing campaign since December 2019 by JPCERT/CC. during their investigation. Defense in Depth.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 5, 2021

During COVID-19, threat actors used fear of the virus and hope of a vaccine to trick unwitting victims into downloading malware or giving up their credentials. It was a master class in social engineering, one that put an organization’s security posture at risk.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

ChatGPT has raised alarm among cybersecurity researchers for its unnerving ability in composing everything from sophisticated malware to phishing lures – but it’s important to keep in mind that the tool can help support cybersecurity defenses as well. “It will be fun, engaging, and memorable.”

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 16, 2021

It's time for Security Awareness to adapt by thinking Cyber The transition to working from home, as well as the necessary technological change, has had an effect on businesses all over the world. This has serious consequences for cybersecurity. To keep up, security awareness must build new methods.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

The State of the Phish is the industry benchmark report around the world's leading cyberattack vector. Security Awareness Training Strategist at Proofpoint. Egan revealed the findings during the live SecureWorld web conference, State of the Phish Report 2021 which is now available on-demand. And we have 53% of U.S.

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Cisco Security

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Cybersecurity affects all of us, but the industry uses complicated terms that make it hard to understand. What does phishing mean? What’s phishing? Phishing is a simple and popular way for hackers trick and hook you. Spear phishing is a special type. Why is there a ‘p’ in phishing? Or zero trust?

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

In the age of data, with organizations creating trillions of gigabytes of new information each year, it’s easy to think of cybersecurity as a mere synonym for “data protection.” But cybersecurity is so much more. The cybersecurity stakes are higher than ever and growing by the day. How does cybersecurity protect the tech stack?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

Therefore, it’s crucial that small businesses make cybersecurity a top priority. What drives more cybersecurity attacks on small businesses? Small businesses are on the target list of hackers mainly because they focus less on security. On average, SMBs and small businesses allocate 5%-20% of their total budget to security.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Phish or Be Phished. Email phishing attacks are becoming more challenging to spot. Why did the email provider’s email anti-spam and anti-phish protection layer not quarantine the message? Even with a generic greeting, you would think an AL-powered anti-phishing protection engine would have blocked the message.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Global inflation can have, and is having, a significant impact on cybersecurity. As prices rise, organizations may be tempted to cut back on cybersecurity spending, making them more vulnerable to cyberattacks. Additionally, inflation can make it more difficult for organizations to keep up with the latest cybersecurity threats.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 4, 2021

percent of all malware detected on networks of WatchGuard Technologies customers in the second quarter came over encrypted connections, raising the security risk for the 80 percent of such organizations that lack processes for decrypting and scanning HTTPS traffic for threats. Malware in Encrypted Traffic. A surprising 91.5

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 3, 2021

Organizations face a number of challenges staying relevant in today’s digital world, one of which is the prevalence and impact that malware has on their networks. Today, the post-COVID era is a time for organizations to rethink their security practices and fight back against malicious actors. How Do These Scammers Operate?

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Webroot

APRIL 21, 2021

Although cybercriminal activity throughout 2020 was as innovative as ever, some of the most noteworthy threat activity we saw came from the old familiar players, namely ransomware, business email compromise (BEC) and phishing. COVID-19 definitely affected phishing in very visible ways. phishing URLs targeting Netflix jumped 646%.

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Responsible Cyber

APRIL 8, 2020

Small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly at risk of cyber-attacks, and often serve as a launch pad for larger threat campaigns, according to Cisco’s 2018 SMB Cybersecurity Report. The following are security challenges faced by small and medium sized businesses. Security awareness should be ongoing and evolving.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 26, 2018

In this article we will learn how to address and effectively respond to major enterprise cybersecurity threats and provide tips to mitigate IT security risk. Today, c yber security incidents lead to significant damage, alarming organizations of all types and sizes in different geographic locations.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 17, 2024

The post AI’s Role in Cybersecurity for Attackers and Defenders in 2024 appeared first on Security Boulevard. As AI becomes available and robust, malicious actors have already used it to develop more advanced attack methods; defenders must also leverage AI in 2024.

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IT Security Guru

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Cybersecurity professionals stand on the frontlines, ever-vigilant against an increasing tide of cyber threats. Recognising the threat patterns Shaping a better cybersecurity future is imperative. Unsuspecting users who click these malevolent ads may unknowingly download malware or ransomware onto their devices.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 26, 2021

These schemes appear fraudulent to those familiar with phishing. The post Thwarting Phishing Threats With Simulations appeared first on Security Boulevard. Social engineering schemes continue to flourish, making their way into company inboxes with the intent to mislead employees into downloading malicious software.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 1, 2022

There are many common perceptions about cybersecurity – but many are mis perceptions. For small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), misinformation about cybersecurity can be confusing – and sometimes risky. Fiction: Outsourcing cybersecurity is not a realistic option for SMBs. Outsourcing cybersecurity is a great option for SMBs.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2022

A recent experience highlighted that security awareness training and most alerts to users about unsafe practices may be making the error of being too general. An alert came in one morning about a security alert generated by my device. 180 to download additional malware and deletes itself after installation.

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SC Magazine

JULY 1, 2021

Armis researchers surveyed more than 2,000 professionals in May, which showed most users don’t pay attention to major cybersecurity attacks against critical infrastructure and operational technology entities, such as the attack against Colonial Pipeline in early May. in the last year and the continued rise in cyber events.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 1, 2023

When it comes to cybersecurity, the use of automatic protection tools is half the battle. Any organization with a well-guarded security perimeter is low-hanging fruit as long as its employees fall for phishing hoaxes. The most effective phishing messages instruct victims to take some kind of action immediately.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

For this reason, cybersecurity should be a top priority, especially for small businesses. Small businesses also face unique challenges in cybersecurity. That means you need to have a plan for responding to attacks that break through even the most secure defenses. Delegating Responsibilities in Your Incident Response Plan.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 1, 2024

Follow HYAS on LinkedIn Follow HYAS on X Summary of Top ASNs and Malware Origins AS9318 - SK Broadband Co Ltd (South Korea) AS9318, also known as SK Broadband Co Ltd, is a significant Internet Service Provider (ISP) based in South Korea. Despite its prominence, there's a notable presence of malware activity associated with this ASN.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 23, 2021

Riviera Cybersecurity Webinar held on March 16th, 2021 gave a conclusion that the shipping employees and the companies need to be well prepared as the coming months will be tough on those indulging in various business activities in Maritime Industry.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 12, 2021

But it was a phishing test—and now the staff are hopping mad. The post Rail Firm Staff Fail ‘Bonus’ Phishing Test, Chaos Ensues appeared first on Security Boulevard. “Click here to claim your bonus pay,” said email from a British train company.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

In the world of cybersecurity, new tools and technologies are typically adopted quickly; unfortunately, in many cases, bad actors are the earliest to adopt and adapt. Using ChatGPT’s large language model, anyone can easily generate malicious code or craft convincing phishing emails, all without any technical expertise or coding knowledge.

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Cytelligence

JANUARY 14, 2020

The variety show of phishing attacks – While email remains number one for phishing attacks, cybercriminals are also using a variety of other attack routes to trick their intended victims into giving up personal information, login credentials, or even sending money. Cyber Security Awareness Training . Eradication.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 13, 2021

The post How to Build a Cybersecurity Culture appeared first on Security Boulevard. Are hoodlums in Adidas clothing using your IT infrastructure as their own personal cloud? Well, tough. Cybercriminals are here to stay and your.

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