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P-to-P fraud most concerning cyber threat in 2023: CSI

CSO Magazine

CSI), followed by data breaches (23%), ransomware (20%) and a breach at a third party (15%). It was cited by 29% of respondents in a survey by Computer Systems Inc.

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BMW dealer at risk of takeover by cybercriminals

Security Affairs

This could encompass customer information, sales records, and financial data. As a result, there’s an elevated risk of sensitive information being stolen and misused for activities such as identity theft, fraud, or sale on the dark web.

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Security Affairs newsletter Round 458 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION

Security Affairs

Now Cybersecurity expert says the next generation of identity theft is here: ‘Identity hijacking’ Were 3 Million Toothbrushes Really Used for a DDoS Attack? Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook and Mastodon Pierluigi Paganini ( SecurityAffairs – hacking, newsletter)

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Cybersecurity Risks in IoT and Fleet Management Systems

IT Security Guru

Data Breaches Fleet management systems hold a treasure trove of sensitive data such as driver information, vehicle locations, routes, cargo details and customer data. A data breach could result in the disclosure of this information to hackers who may then commit identity theft, fraud or other illicit activities.

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Let’s give a look at the Dark Web Price Index 2022

Security Affairs

These documents could be used to conduct scams and identity theft. The price varies between $100 up to $120 depending on the volume of data and the source of the data. Dark Web Index 2022 also lists malware infections and DDoS attacks. Price USD (2021) Avg. Additional details are included in the report.

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Gamblers’ data compromised after casino giant Strendus fails to set password

Security Affairs

Source: Cybernews The information exposed in this data leak could have been exploited for fraud, identity theft, phishing attempts, or as a source of data for meticulously targeted cyberattacks. Storing personal information in logs should be avoided, as it elevates their sensitivity level. User security log.

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Understanding Cybersecurity

SiteLock

Data breaches cost an average of $3.9 With database access, thieves can use the data to commit fraud, blackmail, extortion, identity theft and to turn a quick profit by selling it to other criminals on the dark web. Businesses and consumers in the U.S. lost more than $3.5