Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Ransomware and supply chain attacks have become two of the top concerns for organizations following a series of high-profile attacks, such as those conducted against Colonial Pipeline, SolarWinds and Kaseya. As we look ahead to 2022, we should pause to reflect on the trends of the past year. In 2021, our Project Memoria revealed close […].

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 8, 2022

Nearly 70% of business leaders feel their cybersecurity risks are increasing, and a recent CISA alert has validated these concerns. and Australian governments is a detailed and well thought out technical and architectural advice document for cybersecurity teams in the face of high-impact ransomware incidents trending upward.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 29, 2024

Integrated risk management (IRM) is a discipline designed to embed risk considerations for the use of technology throughout an organization. In other words, it links technology spending directly to the value of the resource protected and the associated risks controlled by that technology.

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Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Companies victimized by ransomware and firms that facilitate negotiations with ransomware extortionists could face steep fines from the U.S. While it may seem unlikely that companies victimized by ransomware might somehow be able to know whether their extortionists are currently being sanctioned by the U.S. Image: Shutterstock.

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Adam Levin

JUNE 4, 2021

You would think that ExaGrid, a backup appliance and anti-ransomware service might know how to avoid ransomware, but it was hit. . million after it was hit with Conti ransomware. . The FBI announced last month that Conti ransomware had been used against the Irish healthcare system and at least sixteen U.S.

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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. Ransomware and its impact on businesses Industry-specific data from 2023 illustrates the widespread reach of ransomware and its resulting impact today. Let's find out.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Customers of Tyler Technologies are reporting finding suspicious logins and previously unseen remote access tools on their infrastructure. Tyler Technologies, Inc. The ransomware attack took place on September 23, the threat actors breached the network of the company and deployed the malware. ” continues the statement.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

New cybersecurity buzzwords are always in abundance at the Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit, and the concepts that took center stage this week, like cybersecurity mesh and decentralized identity, seem well suited for new threats that have exploded onto the scene in the last year. Security analytics, intelligence and triggers.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 4, 2023

And yet it remains all too easy for malicious hackers to get deep access, steal data, spread ransomware, disrupt infrastructure and attain long run unauthorized access. RBVM solutions don’t merely identify vulnerabilities, it quantifies and prioritizes them, making risk management more strategic.

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CSO Magazine

MARCH 28, 2022

The rise of ransomware attacks that occurred after the global pandemic in March 2020 remains a problem. However, ransomware is not the only threat. According to a new report from IDC and Magnet Forensics, the significant lack of cybersecurity skills gap and a plethora of other cyber risks are growing concerns.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The study, conducted by independent research firm Propeller Insights, dives into how IT business leaders feel about their security posture in a world where the technologies they embrace to grow and thrive are also vulnerable to constant and increasing threats. San Francisco, Calif., Human error is among the top causes of security breaches.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 14, 2021

Just because the infamous REvil ransomware gang suddenly disappeared this week does not mean it's time to relax on the cybersecurity front. SonicWall has just issued an urgent security notice detailing "critical risk" to some unpatched vulnerabilities on a couple of its products. x firmware are past temporary mitigations.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 18, 2024

When assessing the overall security of cloud storage and choosing a solution tailored to your business, it helps to determine its features, potential risks, security measures, and other considerations. CSP collaboration improves the security environment where there’s a need to mitigate the emerging risks quickly and comprehensively.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 31, 2022

Related: Log4J’s long-run risks. It supplies a unified vulnerability and risk management solution that automates vulnerability management processes and workflows. In many ways it’s easier than ever for threat actors to get deep access, steal data, spread ransomware, disrupt infrastructure and attain long run unauthorized access.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Ransomware attacks have reached a record high this year, with nearly 250 attacks recorded to date and months to go. The ongoing battle to secure data from highly sophisticated ransomware gangs like REvil and others continues to rage on, despite recent news that these groups have disbanded in response to pressure from law enforcement.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

Here are three risk mitigation imperatives that can help organizations get a better handle on these latest risks and threats. The latest bill to address data threats is the RESTRICT Act , also known as the Restricting the Emergence of Security Threats that Risk Information and Communications Technology Act.

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CSO Magazine

APRIL 20, 2023

Cyber insurance provider At-Bay has announced the launch of a new InsurSec solution to help small-to-mid sized businesses (SMBs) improve their security and risk management postures through their insurance policy. The emergence of InsurSec technology reflects a cyber insurance landscape that has seen significant change recently.

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CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

The evolution of cybercrime is weighing heavily on digital forensics and incident response (DFIR) teams, leading to significant burnout and potential regulatory risk. That’s according to the 2023 State of Enterprise DFIR survey by Magnet Forensics , a developer of digital investigation solutions.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 8, 2023

And when malware, ransomware, or other cyber threats get in the way, the focus shifts from forward progress to focused co-operation. Smarter security to me broadly refers to relentlessly focusing on fundamentals while maturing the program, making sure your risk posture aligns with your business strategy. Complexity challenge.

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Jane Frankland

APRIL 17, 2024

As technology weaves deeper into our lives, the swift exchange of information has become our reality. Without upholding digital trust, with every click, we not only risk security breaches, fraud and the misuse of our data but one’s own company’s reputation and the very foundation of our business operations.

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Krebs on Security

JUNE 15, 2023

CISA’s mandate follows a slew of recent attacks wherein attackers exploited zero-day flaws in popular networking products to conduct ransomware and cyber espionage attacks on victim organizations. “COVID-19 extended the life of these companies and technologies, and that’s unfortunate.”

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Johnson Controls International plc is a multinational conglomerate with a diversified portfolio of products and services primarily focused on building technologies and solutions. Bleeping Computer last week reported that Johnson Controls International has suffered a ransomware attack that impacted many systems of the company.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 23, 2022

Shifting Risk and Business Environment Demand creates a Shift in Security Strategies. Ransomware ranked second (53%) and phishing finished in the top three (40%). The risks of quantum computing and the potential to break existing cryptographic algorithms concern global organizations. The ransomware factor. 2021 Report.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 12, 2022

France-based Dordogne Groupements Hospitaliers de Territoire (Dordogne GHT) has stopped RYUK Ransomware attack on its servers by using the AI propelled DarkTrace Threat monitoring and detection solution. DarkTrace offers Antigena, an autonomous response technology against cyber threats such as ransomware attacks.

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IT Security Guru

AUGUST 17, 2023

The 2023 Edition of the National Risk Register predicts that, in the next two years, there is a 5 to 25% chance that a devastating attack will target critical infrastructure and cause physical harm. Meanwhile, cyberattacks are getting more sophisticated, increasing the risk of threats such as supply chain attacks and ransomware.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

The first half of the year saw an increase in vulnerabilities found in ICS, exposing the high risk for attacks. As businesses continue connecting devices to the internet and converging operational technology (OT) under IT systems management, it’s.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 23, 2023

Ransomware attacks have become a growing concern in recent years, with cybercriminals targeting individuals, businesses, and even government organizations. Establish a Robust Monitoring System: Implementing a robust monitoring system is fundamental to detecting and tracking ransomware attacks.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

A BlackCat ransomware attack hit UnitedHealth Group subsidiary Optum causing an outage impacting the Change Healthcare payment exchange platform. A ransomware attack hit the UnitedHealth Group subsidiary Optum leading to an outage impacting the Change Healthcare payment exchange platform. ” reads the SEC filing.

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Webroot

AUGUST 2, 2021

Ransomware has officially made the mainstream. And it’s no wonder why – ransomware attacks are on the rise and the average ransom payment has ballooned to over $200,000. But the true cost of ransomware can go beyond the headline-grabbing payments. Risks to Small and Medium Businesses. The short answer is … they aren’t.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

First published by HelpNetSecurity  — Matthew Rosenquist Cybersecurity insurance is a rapidly growing market, swelling from approximately $13B in 2022 to an estimated $84B in 2030 (26% CAGR), but insurers are struggling with quantifying the potential risks of offering this type of insurance. This should bring down overall premium costs.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 29, 2023

The City of Augusta in the United States has been struggling to regain control of its computer network as hackers spread ransomware, reportedly stealing data and encrypting the database until a ransom is paid. The post US Augusta City targeted by BlackByte Ransomware Group appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 23, 2021

The National Institute of Standards and Technology, renowned shortly as NIST has published some ransomware guidelines that need to be followed by organizations that are concerned about ransomware attacks. . The post Ransomware Guidelines published by NIST appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders. And those are-. .

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 14, 2022

Microsoft Exchange Servers are being targeted by those spreading BlackCat Ransomware and information is out that the hackers are seen exploiting unpatched vulnerabilities on the systems to induct the said file encrypting malware.

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SecureList

APRIL 15, 2024

They generated a custom version of the ransomware, which used the aforementioned account credential to spread across the network and perform malicious activities, such as killing Windows Defender and erasing Windows Event Logs in order to encrypt the data and cover its tracks. Revisiting the LockBit 3.0 builder files The LockBit 3.0

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Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 28, 2020

26, KrebsOnSecurity began following up on a tip from a reliable source that an aggressive Russian cybercriminal gang known for deploying ransomware was preparing to disrupt information technology systems at hundreds of hospitals, clinics and medical care facilities across the United States. On Monday, Oct.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 28, 2024

Department of Treasury on March 27th released a report titled "Managing Artificial Intelligence-Specific Cybersecurity Risks in the Financial Services Sector." The Treasury Department recognizes the importance of proactively addressing these risks. With advancements come new risks. Why is AI a cybersecurity threat?

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Joseph Steinberg

AUGUST 5, 2021

One of the important concepts about which people must be aware when evaluating their cybersecurity postures and related liabilities, but which, for some reason, many folks seem to be unaware, is the difference between first-party risks and third-party risks. First-Party Risks And Coverage. Third-Party Risks And Coverage.

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