SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Bank of America is notifying customers that their personal information was compromised in a data breach impacting Infosys McCamish Systems (IMS), a third-party vendor. According to breach notification letters , the exposed customer data includes names, addresses, Social Security numbers, dates of birth, and financial account details.

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 27, 2024

The Digital Operational Resilience Act (Regulation (EU) 2022/2554) was born from a realisation that businesses, particularly those in financial services, rely increasingly on Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and digital means to operate.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Researchers at NCC Group reported that in November they observed the return of the infamous banking malware Carbanak in ransomware attacks. The cybersecurity firm NCC Group reported that in November the banking malware Carbanak was observed in ransomware attacks. ” reads the report published by NCC Group.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Black Friday and Cyber Weekend: Navigating the Tumultuous Waters of Retail Cybersecurity sparsh Tue, 11/21/2023 - 05:01 As global consumers gear up for the much-anticipated shopping bonanza that is Black Friday and Cyber Weekend, retailers brace themselves for the frenzied onslaught of shoppers and the deluge of cyber threats lurking in the shadows.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JANUARY 16, 2024

Key recommendations for Financial Services to improve cybersecurity and resilience in multi-clouds madhav Wed, 01/17/2024 - 05:46 The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) will apply to the EU financial sector from 17 January 2025. As set out in its Article 2, DORA applies to the entire financial services sector.

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Security Affairs

MAY 3, 2024

Trend Micro researchers reported that the EdgeRouter botnet , called Moobot , used by the APT28 group is still active and is also used by cyber criminal organizations. The threat actors used the botnet harvest credentials, collect NTLMv2 digests, proxy network traffic, and host spear-phishing landing pages and custom tools.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 23, 2023

billion Aadhaars issued by the UIDAI since this ID service launched in 2009, this system represents one of the largest biometric ID programs on the planet, according to a report published by think tank Brookings Institution. The PIB also said that “no breach has been reported from Aadhaar database” to date. With roughly 1.4

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 22, 2024

Resecurity has detected a noticeable increase in data leaks from consumer-focused platforms in Thailand, confirming that threat actors are actively targeting the personal data of citizens now at the beginning of 2024. But as we step into 2024, this trend might see a change.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 10, 2024

” Let’s break it down: what these services offer, how they help, and if the peace of mind is worth the price tag. Identity theft protection services play a crucial role in helping protect personal information. Unauthorized use triggers real-time alerts, allowing for a quick response to potential threats.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

APRIL 29, 2024

The Thales 2024 Trust Index report indicates that 87% of consumers expect vendors to respect their digital rights, which leads to trusted relationships. However, a relentless barrage of data breaches, ransomware attacks, and sophisticated cyber threats steadily erodes this trust.

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Security Affairs

JULY 5, 2023

The European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) releases its first cyber threat landscape report for the health sector. The European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) releases today its first cyber threat landscape report for the health sector. ” reads the report.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

UK Greater Manchester Police (GMP) disclosed a data breach, threat actors had access to some of its employees’ personal information. The GMP reported that the impacted company provides its services to various UK organizations, including Greater Manchester Police.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

On November 1, 2023, the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) took a significant step toward strengthening cybersecurity defenses across the financial sector by finalizing amendments to Part 500 of its cybersecurity regulations. 15, at the Marriott Marquis Times Square. 15, at the Marriott Marquis Times Square.

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CSO Magazine

MARCH 9, 2023

The cybercrime underground has long functioned as an open market where sellers of products and services are paired with buyers and contractors. Last year, 4,518 data breaches were reported," researchers from Flashpoint said in a new report. Threat actors exposed or stole 22.62

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Google TAG reported that both Russia and China-linked threat actors are weaponizing the a high-severity vulnerability in WinRAR. Google’s Threat Analysis Group (TAG) reported that in recent weeks multiple nation-state actors were spotted exploiting the vulnerability CVE-2023-38831 in WinRAR.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 12, 2023

StormWall , a premier cybersecurity firm specializing in the defense of websites, networks, and online services from Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, has published an in-depth report on the DDoS landscape during the first quarter of 2023. The average attack strength reached 1.4

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Treasury market and impacted some fixed income and equities transactions “The Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association first told members on Wednesday that ICBC Financial Services had been hit by ransomware software, which paralyses computer systems unless a payment is made, several people familiar with the discussions said.”

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 29, 2024

The Thales 2024 Trust Index report indicates that 87% of consumers expect vendors to respect their digital rights, which leads to trusted relationships. However, a relentless barrage of data breaches, ransomware attacks, and sophisticated cyber threats steadily erodes this trust.

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Google Security

APRIL 18, 2024

For example, companies may want to ensure that various forms of sensitive data, such as Personally Identifiable Information (PII), financial records and internal intellectual property, is not to be shared publicly on Generative AI platforms. View login events* to understand usage of Generative AI services within the organization.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 19, 2023

API security is a pressing concern for industries undergoing digital transformation, and none more so than financial services and insurance. API attackers are on the move in financial services and insurance We discovered that API attackers have become increasingly active in financial services and insurance.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 20, 2023

With the ever-increasing threat of data breaches and identity theft, it’s crucial to take proactive steps to protect your personal information and financial well-being. Credit monitoring involves regularly checking your credit reports from the three major credit bureaus: Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) has published a report on The State of IT Security in Germany in 2023 , and the number one threat for consumers is… identity theft. The report states: “For consumers, the issue of data leaks was prominent in the reporting period (2023).

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

"The incidents involving Clorox and Johnson Controls highlight significant operational disruptions and financial losses due to cyber-related incidents," said Callie Guenther, Senior Manager of Cyber Threat Research at Critical Start. Guenther suggests that their cybersecurity programs were outmatched.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

AUGUST 31, 2022

Financial services continue to lead in cybersecurity preparedness, but chinks appear in the armor. It highlights the leadership of financial services in cybersecurity relative to other industries, but it also uncovers some surprising chinks in their cybersecurity armor. Thu, 09/01/2022 - 05:15.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Scheumack is a cybersecurity expert with more than 20 years of experience in the financial, credit, and identity theft protection industries. His knowledge and expertise will help us stay on top of trends, emerging threats and defenses, and remain well-positioned to participate in discussions about them.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 26, 2021

Adding to this torment is a report released by Eurocontrol that says that most of the airliners are facing the constant threat of being hit by a sophisticated cyber attack. According to the report, a total of 775 cyber attacks were launched on airlines over the course of 2020.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 10, 2024

Dell, one of the world's largest technology companies, has just disclosed a major data breach that may have compromised the personal information of tens of millions of current and former customers. However, it is still investigating whether more sensitive data like passwords or encrypted credit card info may have been compromised.

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Security Affairs

MAY 4, 2024

Since April 18, Synlab Italia, a major provider of medical diagnosis services, has been experiencing disruptions due to a cyber attack. The company initially cited technical issues as the cause leading to “temporary interruption of access to computer and telephone systems and related services.” The group claimed the theft of 1.5

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 28, 2023

If you handle consumer financial data, you need to be aware of the U.S. The rule applies to a wide range of businesses, including those that may not consider themselves to be financial institutions. Financial institutions covered by the rule must comply with certain provisions by June 9, 2023.

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SC Magazine

JUNE 9, 2021

With data breaches causing an average loss of $4.2 million, financial services firms are laser-focused on cloud vulnerabilities, attacks against internet-of-things devices and other prevalent threats. . The heavily regulated environment in which financial services firms operate adds a layer of complexity —?and

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Fidelity National Financial (FNF), one of the largest title insurance providers in the United States, announced on November 21 that it fell victim to a sophisticated cyberattack. 19 report filed with the U.S. The cyberattack on FNF highlights the growing vulnerability of the real estate industry to cyber threats.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 20, 2024

Ransomware attacks have become a significant threat to organizations of all kinds worldwide, with attackers encrypting data and demanding payment for its release. The consequences of these kinds of attacks can be quite severe, with effects ranging from operational disruption to substantial financial losses and reputational damage.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 6, 2023

This initiative, backed by a substantial $500 million investment, sets forth a series of nation-leading proposed regulations for hospitals, bolstering their defenses against ever-evolving cyber threats. I view it as a welcomed step in helping security teams secure the funding and support they need to keep our heads above water.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

At Kaspersky, we constantly monitor the financial cyberthreat landscape, which includes threats to financial institutions, such as banks, and financially motivated threats, such as ransomware, that target a broader range of industries. Ransomware payment methods: False.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Compliance madhav Tue, 09/19/2023 - 05:17 It is essential for any business that stores, processes, and transmits payment card information to comply with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). Consumers’ payment data is a compelling target for criminals who continue to circumvent IT security defenses. Requirement 3.2

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JANUARY 11, 2023

The Most Popular Data Security Webinars of 2022: Sovereignty, Cloud Security and Compliance Top the List. Throughout 2022, Thales hosted more than 40 webinars on a wide variety of cybersecurity topics, including, cloud security, data sovereignty, compliance, data threat trends, and rethinking approaches to role-based authentication.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 11, 2024

The financially motivated hacking group Magnet Goblin uses various 1-day flaws to deploy custom malware on Windows and Linux systems. A financially motivated threat actor named Magnet Goblin made the headlines for rapidly adopting and exploiting 1-day vulnerabilities, CheckPoint warned. ” concludes the report.

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