Security Boulevard

JUNE 22, 2023

As always, there’s a lot of data that quantifies the issues we see everyday: ransomware attacks, social engineering, underlying factors, threat types, […] The post Connected Devices Conspicuously Absent from 2023 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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SecureList

MAY 25, 2022

Several things stand out in the 2022 report: Ransomware challenges continue to mount — “Ransomware’s heyday continues, and is present in almost 70% of malware breaches this year.” ” Social engineering became an overwhelming problem this past year, highlighting the surge in repeated cybercrime tactics — 1.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 10, 2021

But ransomware scrotes have crippled it. The post Colonial Pipeline FAIL: Ransomware Gang Threatens Gas Supplies appeared first on Security Boulevard. The Colonial Pipeline is critical infrastructure—of that there’s no doubt.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Supply-chain will become more of a sweet spot for targeted ransomware and state-sponsored espionage campaigns. Businesses will still be mostly concerned with ransomware. will lead more people to poverty, which always translates to increased criminality (cyber or otherwise), and we know ransomware to be extremely profitable.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 21, 2023

According to a recent blog post : "Operation DreamJob is the name for a series of campaigns where the group uses social engineering techniques to compromise its targets, with fake job offers as the lure. ESET researchers have discovered a new Lazarus Group campaign targeting Linux users.

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Jane Frankland

MAY 8, 2024

With the emergence of new attack methods such as (but not limited to) ransomware, supply chain, fileless attacks, and IoT botnets, traditional cybersecurity measures are struggling to keep up. As technology advances, cybercriminals are finding new ways to exploit vulnerabilities and infiltrate systems.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Byron: The economic impact of phishing, ransomware, business logic hacking, Business Email Compromise (BEC) and Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks continues to be devastating. Erin: What are some of the most common social engineering tactics that cybercriminals use?

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 29, 2023

This attack relies on abusing the high sensitivity of microphones found in these IoT devices. In terms of being successful via NUIT attack, social engineering plays a large part. Malwarebytes removes all remnants of ransomware and prevents you from getting reinfected. Make use of voice authentication.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JULY 21, 2022

From the ransomware attack that compromised a major U.S. Reducing the risk of attacks such as ransomware and malware on CNI will be of paramount importance to the stability of nation states for years to come. The Threat of Ransomware. In fact, in recent years, ransomware has almost completely changed breach economics.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 5, 2021

Other cybersecurity news.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 27, 2022

This instance left sensitive data open and was already indexed via popular IoT [internet of things] search engines. A simple human error can lead to devastating attacks, from data exfiltration to ransomware,” Sasnauskas said. This instance left sensitive data open and was already indexed via popular IoT search engines.

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Cytelligence

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Ransomware attacks, where hackers encrypt critical data and demand a ransom for its release, have become alarmingly common. Here are some key strategies that companies should consider: Strengthening Endpoint Security: Endpoint devices, including laptops, smartphones, and IoT devices, are often the entry points for cybercriminals.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 14, 2023

WD’s My Cloud service is finally back online, but ransomware scrotes demand “eight figures.” Your Cloud — But For How Long? The post Western Digital Redux: My Cloud Alive Again, Ransom is $10M+ appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 28, 2020

Personal and IoT devices, including personal digital assistants, alarm systems, and any other home automation. The information can then be used to access other accounts associated with the individual, install malware, initiate a ransomware infection, or conduct identity theft impacting the business. Remote access. Remote Access.

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SecureList

APRIL 13, 2023

Introduction Although ransomware is still a hot topic on which we will keep on publishing, we also investigate and publish about other threats. This suggests some form of human interaction and social engineering. There are many ransomware variants that change names over time while mostly containing the same code base.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 18, 2022

Not long ago, it was revealed that T-Mobile had been breached by bad actors who convinced employees to switch their SIM cards to let them bypass two-factor identification — reminding us how effective social engineering can still be. Once this communication is blocked, the malicious software essentially becomes inert.

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Spinone

OCTOBER 10, 2019

Here you can find security-related news on many topics: Apps, IoT, Cloud, and much more. In this blog, you can find detailed info about ransomware protection, wireless security, and much more. The main focus here is the social side of data loss. This blog educates about social engineering attacks and ways to prevent them.

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IT Security Guru

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Additionally, through appropriate training, individuals can be educated on ransomware trends, enabling them to identify warning signs, in addition to allowing security teams to react and respond effectively. The fast rise in endpoint devices, the expansion of IoT, businesses’ desire to go digital , and the altering workforce models.

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NetSpi Executives

APRIL 27, 2024

Table of Contents What is ransomware? Ransomware trends Ransomware prevention Ransomware detection Ransomware simulation Ransomware security terms How NetSPI can help What is ransomware? Ransomware adversaries hold the data hostage until a victim pays the ransom. How does ransomware work?

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 24, 2022

There was increased concerned for protection of consumer privacy because of the use of cellphones, social media, and other Internet of Things (IoT) technology. Answer: Educating employees and consumers on the topic and dangers of Phishing and Social Engineering.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 7, 2022

Samsung Electronics has confidential data stolen and leaked by ransomware scrotes—190 GB of it. The post Lapsus$ Strikes Again—190GB Samsung Data Release by Nvidia Hackers appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Especially because Accenture was hit with ransomware this year. Accenture featured this earning's news on page 2 in a big, bold font. However, we were most interested in seeing how Accenture articulated a particular business risk: the risk from a cyberattack.

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Security Affairs

MAY 7, 2021

Such lapses in database security can (and often do) lead to hundreds of millions of people having their personal information exposed on the internet, allowing threat actors to use that data for a variety of malicious purposes, including phishing and other types of social engineering attacks , as well as identity theft.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

When the pandemic struck, online bad actors took it as an opportunity to double-down on their attacks through ransomware, malware, and social engineering. Article by Beau Peters. Newly remote workers and remotely connected workplaces had to adapt rapidly to a greater digital threat as well as a public health crisis.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 17, 2024

DPRK IT WFH: Justice Department says N. Korean hackers are getting remote IT jobs, posing as Americans. The post North Korea IT Worker Scam Brings Malware and Funds Nukes appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

The expanded attack surface area brought in by remote working technologies and prolific IoT device deployments increased the frequency and impact of cyberattacks. Nation-states continued to sponsor advanced persistent threat (APT) groups and improve their cyber offensive capabilities.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

PR FAIL: Were 3 million toothbrushes hacked into a botnet? Or does a Fortinet spokeschild have egg on his face? The post ‘Total Bollocks’ — No, Your Toothbrush isn’t DDoS’ing appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 13, 2022

Ransomware has given security professionals a headache for the better part of a decade. Germany, the UK, and Italy also registered high ransomware tallies. To understand how we got here, let’s first take a closer look at recent statistics on the top ransomware variants, countries and industries attacked. Top ransomware variants.

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McAfee

JANUARY 23, 2020

This seminar will provide a full day of focus on emerging threats such as ransomware, targeted attacks, emerging IoT threats, and new aspects of social engineering and deep fake human manipulation. Monday, February 24 | 3:05pm – 3:35pm | Moscone West | Session Code: SEM-M03.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 26, 2023

Unfortunately, the increasing reliance on digital systems and capabilities has also attracted an ever-growing number of malicious actors seeking to defraud businesses through phishing , social engineering , or ransomware attacks. The end result of these types of cyber attacks are often highly public and damaging data breaches.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Snow joke: A Microsoft researcher found it—and it’s somehow Microsoft’s fault. The post Linux Vendors Squawk: PATCH NOW — CVSS 9.8 Bootkit Bug in shim.efi appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Ransomware Attacks: In 2023, a whopping 72.7% of organizations faced ransomware. Generative AI Impact : Generative AI will have a big role in cyber security, especially in areas like email protection and fighting social engineering attacks. Phishing Attacks: Phishing is the top cyber attack, causing 90% of data breaches.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 4, 2019

One tried-and-true incursion method pivots off social engineering. Another branch of attacks revolve around ransomware, crypto jacking, denial of service attacks and malware spreading activities. A network breach begins, of course, with an incursion. The message entices the recipient to click on the tainted zip file or macro.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

The International Counter Ransomware Summit is on in D.C., The post FBI/CISA Failed: Biden’s Ransomware Summit Convenes, Impotently appeared first on Security Boulevard. with 36 nations and blocs. But will it amount to anything of substance?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 8, 2021

The exponential surge in the application security market over the forecast period is mainly driven by the increase in the cyber-attacks like phishing and ransomware which have caused severe data and financial losses over the past years. . Market Dynamics. However, there are some factors that will hinder the growth of the market.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 17, 2021

The post DarkSide Ransomware Gang Struck Down — but by Whom? DarkSide, hackers of the Colonial Pipeline, has hurriedly shut up shop. It claims that its servers and cryptocurrency balances have disappeared. appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

EternalBlue is a Windows exploit created by the US National Security Agency (NSA) and used in the 2017 WannaCry ransomware attack. These data packets can contain malware such as a trojan, ransomware, or similar dangerous program. Here is how the NSA-developed cyber monster works, and how you should defend against it.

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