The Last Watchdog

MARCH 15, 2021

Since we are quickly putting out large technologies, security risks always come with this. Penetration tests are one way of mitigating the security risks that arise and make sure that we are not endangering users, their data, and the trust they inherently place in technology. Related: Integrating ‘pen tests’ into firewalls.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 17, 2022

Key takeaway #2: Collaborative platforms are at heightened risk for security breaches due to WFH. Key takeaway #3: Social engineering is the most powerful attack vector against InfoSec protocols. Which, of course, [this stolen data] then becomes the fuel for a second ransom demand.".

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Spinone

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Infosec Infosec offers more than 700 training resources to help your organization to prepare for phishing and other cyber threats. Infosec’s learning materials include videos and assessments that will help you to demonstrate phishing attacks and ways to avoid them to your colleagues.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

An infosec researcher was hacked by North Korea. law enforcement did nothing, so he took matters into his own hands. The post US Hacker ‘P4x’ Gets Back at Pyongyang (but We Smell a Rat) appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Through Education

JANUARY 18, 2023

We can benefit from these the most if we are aware of the possible risks and take measures to use them wisely. Most if not, all social engineering attacks will attempt to trigger some emotion such as urgency, fear, greed, or curiosity. IoT devices have made our lives convenient, and we use them daily without much thought.

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The Security Ledger

JANUARY 23, 2024

And yet, the awareness of cyber security risks – from phishing and social engineering attacks to software supply chain compromises – remains low. Software is now central to the operation of our economy – as digital transformation washes over every industry. Nobody knows that better than our guest this week.

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Security Through Education

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Many people assume that as professional social engineers (SE) we use EVERY method possible to achieve our objective. Are ethics and social engineering compatible? The Social Engineering Code of Ethics Accomplishes Important Goals. Provides guidance on how to conduct a social engineering business.

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Herjavec Group

MAY 19, 2022

No matter how many firewalls or network controls you have in place, the risk of insider threat will always be present. Conduct regular social engineering tests on your employees to actively demonstrate where improvements need to be made. Segment your internal corporate networks to isolate any malware infections that may arise.

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BH Consulting

MAY 23, 2023

Say it again, I double dare you Anyone familiar with phishing and social engineering will know scammers often use psychological tricks to get victims to divulge personal data. Repetition can lead people to over-disclose information, that could then put them at risk of identity theft and cybercrime.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Increased risk of cyberattacks The rising cost of living can lead to an increase in cybercrime, as people become more desperate to make money. Economic effects, including inflationary pressures, have had a broad impact across the InfoSec landscape," Smeaton said. Many are facing multifaceted challenges.

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SC Magazine

MAY 20, 2021

Social engineering, phishing scams, ransomware, DDoS attacks , and software vulnerabilities are just some of the threats facing overloaded security professionals with limited budgets. Bear in mind that SOAR requires a mix of technologies and tools that deliver the capabilities the infosec team requires.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 4, 2021

The paper explores those areas as well as malicious uses of ML and DL, specifically in social engineering and phishing. However, it’s possible cybercriminals may be outpacing the cyber defenders when it comes to developing and employing new technologies, and not all ML/AI-based products are as innovative as they claim to be.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 12, 2021

But there are security principles every development and IT team can follow to reduce the risks of a damaging breach. This will lower your risks of complete system compromise during an attack. For instance, the top entry points for attackers are phishing and social engineering, and application vulnerabilities.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 31, 2022

Phishing is a type of social engineering attack in which bad actors pose as a trustworthy entity via phone, email, or text message in order to steal personal information from the recipient. Attackers may try to get their victims to reveal their date of birth, social security number, credit card information, or account passwords.

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SC Magazine

MAY 1, 2021

Cedric Leighton is founder and president of Cedric Leighton Associates, a strategic risk and leadership management consultancy. Since founding Cedric Leighton Associates, he has become an internationally known strategic risk expert. Leighton is also a founding partner of CYFORIX, specializing in the field of cyber risk.

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Javvad Malik

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

We only had Infosec Europe and the most we got out of there was some free USB sticks… If we were lucky they would be 500 megs. It’s so easy to manipulate anyone that works in infosec. Forget complex social engineering techniques – just go up to a guy, and ask him if he’s been working out?

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Herjavec Group

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Threat actors have developed social engineering approaches that leverage the uncertainty and chaos of the pandemic in order to deliver their malicious software. Mitigate Vulnerability Risk. Operating with a team of individuals who are cybersecurity savvy is one of the best tools for cyber risk management.

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Duo's Security Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Threat actors have dramatically escalated their attacks – targeting security controls like multi-factor authentication (MFA), conducting wily social engineering attacks and extorting businesses large and small with ransomware. To achieve more resilience in this heightened risk environment, stepping up zero trust maturity is essential.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 3, 2021

How to screen for natural infosec talent: Ask for a worst case scenario for any common situation. Haddix continues to provide his insights while serving as the Head of Security and Risk Management for Ubisoft. Street is an industry-respected speaker and analyst and currently is the VP of InfoSec for SphereNY.

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SC Magazine

JULY 8, 2021

Meanwhile, the VA would be granted one year’s time to establish its own pilot program for former members of the armed forces looking to become credentialed in cyber and transition to a professional infosec career. is the site of the VA’s National IT Training Academy. Veterans Affairs).

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Bottom line: Prepare now based on risk. Without guidelines, organizations risk unfettered use of AI, risks of data leaks, and no recourse for unethical AI use within the organization. Also consider learning about the top governance, risk, and compliance tools to identify the best one for you.

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The Falcon's View

AUGUST 29, 2017

Suddenly, it occurred to me, "Hey, you know what we really need is a new sub-field that combines all aspects of security behavior design, such as security awareness, anti-phishing, social engineering, and even UEBA." Well, low-and-behold, it already exists! release, expected sometime soon).

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Notice Bored

AUGUST 12, 2020

We're seeing a steady stream of 'update your email'-type crude phishers along these lines: I have lightly redacted the URL, but those action buttons are clearly not pointing to an IsecT domain.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 11, 2022

Whether those compromises specifically were via some additional form of social engineering, we’ll likely never know. Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. While there was no direct evidence of account theft from the malware file, numerous accounts caught out by this attack were indeed compromised.

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Herjavec Group

JULY 20, 2021

Every month one of HG’s experts will provide advice and insights based on their extensive experience in the infosec industry. Consult with corporate legal counsel and business risk insurance companies on how best to respond to a possible malware outbreak before one occurs. Why Ransomware has Increased.

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NopSec

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

Based on current trends, NopSec has released its latest report on the 5 biggest cyber threats we expect to see this year: nation-state cyber attacks, ransomware, DDoS attacks , the Internet of Things, and social engineering & human error. For a preview, read on. Regulators, too, will struggle to keep up with the evolving threats.

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Troy Hunt

DECEMBER 4, 2017

Particularly when we're talking about public figures in positions of influence, we need to see leadership around infosec, not acknowledgement that elected representatives are consciously exercising poor password hygiene. dept for not managing this risk adequately. What's the Problem Credential Sharing is Solving?

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Herjavec Group

JULY 29, 2021

Threat actors have developed social engineering approaches that leverage the uncertainty and chaos of the pandemic in order to deliver their malicious software. Operating with a team of individuals who are cybersecurity savvy is one of the best tools for cyber risk management. Back up all sensitive data. In the U.S.,

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ForAllSecure

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Fortunately, there are those in the InfoSec world, who are actively looking at the subject and speaking out at conferences, such as Black Hat. Vamosi: That talk focused on the fact that there are InfoSec hackers openly working to address this problem. Both involve people getting hurt. Both involve technology.

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ForAllSecure

JANUARY 11, 2023

And yeah, we check us out at whiteoaksecurity.com to various ranges of pen tests, like web apps, internals, red teams, social engineering, etc. I joined a Discord server called InfoSec prep. So pretty much everybody there is like a senior level. Like, just give me all the web apps and I'll be fine. So I'll make a note of that.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 5, 2021

BAS offers more than just pen testing and red team insights, going further in recommending and prioritizing fixes to maximize security resources and minimize cyber risk. CyCognito is committed to exposing shadow risk and bringing advanced threats into view. See our in-depth analysis of AttackIQ’s BAS platform. DXC Technology.

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