It may come as a surprise to many, but security experts are recommending a simple yet effective tactic to protect mobile devices—something that may sound basic, yet proves essential in defending against cyber threats. Residents of New England, specifically those…
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Ransomware attacks on Germany Fraunhofer and Japan Nikki Universal
Ransomware Attack on Fraunhofer Institute: A Rising Threat In a troubling incident that has raised alarms across the cybersecurity landscape, the Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Engineering (IAO), based in Stuttgart, Germany, has fallen victim to a sophisticated cyberattack. The attack,…
What exactly is Secure Access as a Service (SAaaS)?
In today’s digital world, businesses and organizations are constantly grappling with securing their IT infrastructure, especially as remote work becomes the norm and cloud services dominate. This has led to the rise of a relatively new security model called Secure…
BLUECAT EDGE FOR COMPREHENSIVE PROTECTIVE DNS
The increasing complexity of hybrid and multi-cloud environments, along with the rising frequency of sophisticated DNS-based attacks, has created significant challenges in managing and securing DNS infrastructure. As a result, organizations face increasingly sophisticated security threats such as DNS tunneling…
From Shadows to Spotlight: Addressing the Hidden Dangers of Dormant Service Accounts
A silent threat lurks beneath the surface in today’s enterprise systems: dormant service accounts. These automated, non-human identities, inactive for 90 days or more, represent one of an organization’s most overlooked yet dangerous security vulnerabilities. And they’re everywhere. For every…
Shine the AI Light on Bank Wire Transfer Fraud
Texas-based firm Orion recently fell victim to a significant wire transfer fraud scam, which ended up costing the business $60 million at the end of the day. While many may think such scams are rare, the FBI reports that bank…
The Impact of Risk-Based Vulnerability Management on Security Debt
It’s a common challenge for today’s security teams to find themselves stuck in a never-ending cycle of identifying, prioritizing, and mitigating vulnerabilities. Oftentimes, what goes overlooked during this perpetual process is security debt. Similar to technical debt, security debt is…
Budget boost required to tackle AI generative cyber attacks
As we move into the coming months, the threat landscape for businesses is evolving rapidly, particularly with the increasing use of AI to launch cyberattacks. These AI-driven attacks are proving to be highly effective, with success rates often reaching up…
Apple accused of collecting user data from Siri queries
Virtual assistants have become indispensable in our daily lives, transforming how we interact with technology. By simply speaking a few words or phrases, we can access vast amounts of information, schedule appointments, or even get personalized recommendations. One of the…
Japan NTT Docomo Telecom hit by DDOS Attack
After a recent cyberattack on Japan Airlines (JAL), Japan’s largest mobile carrier, NTT Docomo, became the latest victim of a cyber intrusion. The attack, which took place early today, caused significant disruptions to the company’s bill payment services, leaving a…
NHS intends to sell patient data to meet the expenses
The National Health Service (NHS) in the United Kingdom is preparing to sell patient data to private companies in an effort to raise funds for its operations, which, traditionally, have been funded by taxpayer money. This controversial move comes as…
Air Fryer espionage raises data security concerns
Recently, a growing conversation has emerged on tech forums regarding the potential privacy risks posed by smart gadgets, particularly the popular air fryer. Once hailed as a revolutionary kitchen appliance for health-conscious individuals, the air fryer is now at the…
The Evolution of Ransomware: From the 1970s to 2024
Ransomware has evolved significantly since its inception in the 1970s, growing from simple, isolated incidents to a complex, global threat that costs billions of dollars annually. As cybercriminals have become more sophisticated and technology has advanced, ransomware attacks have become…
Cybersecurity news headlines trending on Happy New Year 2025
Harley-Davidson Faces Data Breach, Customer Information Leaked Harley Davidson, the iconic American motorcycle manufacturer, has become the latest victim of a cyberattack. A hacking group known as “888” is reportedly responsible for the breach, which exposed sensitive customer information. The…
Here’s the little known iPhone data security secret, the Lockdown Mode
Apple has introduced a powerful new data security feature, Lockdown Mode, for iPhone users running iOS 16 and later versions. This feature aims to provide heightened protection against cyber threats, particularly for individuals who are at a higher risk of…
Chinese APT Hackers behind US Treasury breach of data
Chinese hackers, reportedly part of an Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group, are accused of breaching the servers and workstations of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The department confirmed the cyberattack in an official statement released on December 30, 2024.…
Cybersecurity Trends of 2024: Adapting to a Changing Threat Landscape
As we move into 2024, the cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve rapidly in response to emerging technologies, increasing cyber threats, and shifting geopolitical dynamics. Organizations worldwide are facing a more complex, multi-dimensional threat environment, driven by everything from advanced persistent…
Italy faces DDOS attacks from Russia
On Saturday, a series of sophisticated cyberattacks hit nine Italian government websites, causing disruptions across several key digital platforms. Among the affected sites were those of Italy’s Foreign Ministry, as well as the official websites of Milan’s two major airports,…
Top Law Enforcement Operations in Cybersecurity in 2024: A Year of Major Strikes Against Cybercrime
In 2024, law enforcement agencies worldwide ramped up their efforts to combat cybercrime, leading to a series of high-profile operations aimed at disrupting the activities of hackers, ransomware groups, and other malicious actors in the digital space. As cyber threats…
Google trending Cybersecurity headlines for the last weekend
Space Bears Ransomware Targets Atos SE in Major Cyberattack Atos SE, the France-based global leader in cloud computing and cybersecurity services, has confirmed a major cybersecurity breach involving the ransomware group Space Bears. The cybercriminals claim to have compromised Atos’…