In today’s interconnected digital landscape, ransomware has emerged as one of the most pervasive and damaging cyber threats. These malicious attacks target organizations of all sizes, encrypting critical data and demanding hefty ransom payments in exchange for decryption keys. As…
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US Renewable Energy Sector vulnerable to cyber threats says FBI
The FBI has issued a Private Industry Notification (PIN) warning of vulnerabilities in the US Renewable Energy Sector to cyber-attacks. These attacks, aimed at stealing intellectual property, disrupting operations, ransomware extortion, or gaining political advantage, pose significant risks. Specifically, the…
Australia looses $3 billion every year to Cyber Crime
Australia’s leading financial institutions are bracing for what could be the most significant cyber attack in the history of the banking sector, with warnings issued by the top four banks. Over the past three years, these institutions have faced relentless…
HubSpot data breach and Twitter X new data security concerns
HubSpot, a prominent American CRM and marketing software company, has initiated an investigation following a cyber attack that potentially compromised data from a limited number of customer accounts. The incident, which occurred on June 22, prompted immediate action from the…
How to protect data at rest and in transit
Protecting data both at rest and in transit is crucial for maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to safeguard data in these two states: Protecting Data at Rest Data at rest…
Cyber Insurance demand fall as businesses bolster their cybersecurity infrastructure
Businesses are increasingly recognizing the critical need to enhance their cybersecurity defenses amid today’s evolving cyber landscape. Consequently, they are strategically investing in fortifying their existing infrastructure. This proactive approach has led to a notable decline in the demand for…
How Data Inference Could Expose Customer Information: The Case of UnitedHealth Breach
In 2024, we’ve seen several high-profile data breaches that have caused tangible and widespread damage to companies and their customers. One of the hardest-hit industries also includes one of our most critical: healthcare. The UnitedHealth data breach has had ripple…
Symmetric vs. Asymmetric Encryption in the Cloud: Choosing the Right Approach
Asymmetric and symmetric encryptions are the modes of encryption typically used in cryptography. There is a single key involved with symmetric encryption used both for encryption and decryption. The key needs to be shared among the parties who are involved…
Addressing Financial Organizations’ Digital Demands while Avoiding Cyber Threats
The financial services industry has been at the forefront of the digital transformation age for some time. Agility and convenience are mandatory in this sector, and customers have expected reliable access to financial services at a moment’s notice. Everything from…
Cybersecurity breach of TeamViewer Corporate environment by APT29
TeamViewer, a remote monitoring and management tool based in Germany, has reported a security breach within its internal corporate IT environment. The incident occurred on June 26, 2024, prompting immediate remedial actions to prevent any potential data compromise. The company,…
Apple Safari Browser Data Security ad against Google Chrome
Recently, commuters in California, Paris, Singapore, Queensland, and London have been encountering Apple Inc.’s Safari Browser ads on billboards and public buildings. These ads cleverly promote Safari as the browser of choice for iPhone users while taking a swipe at…
How Sanctions Can Help in Fighting State-Sponsored Ransomware Actors
In recent years, the threat posed by state-sponsored ransomware actors has become increasingly pronounced, with malicious cyber activities orchestrated by governments or their proxies posing significant risks to global cybersecurity. As these actors continue to exploit vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure…
LockBit ransomware attack on Evolve Bank via US Federal Reserve
Evolve Bank, based in Arkansas, is currently investigating a potential cyber-attack on the servers of the Federal Reserve System, which may have exposed customer data. Reports indicate that a collection of records has surfaced on the dark web, linked to…
12 Common Concerns of the Permeable IoT Attack Surface
Woven into the fabric of everyday life, the Internet of Things (IoT) is ever-expanding, from smart home devices to industrial sensors. But an ecosystem on the edge of innovation comes hand-in-hand with a growing attack surface, creating a permeable landscape…
Elevating Disaster Recovery in Cybersecurity With AI-Driven Hyperautomation
Addressing the Current Cybersecurity Climate and Disaster Recovery Shortfalls In the current digital era, characterized by increasingly complex and sophisticated cyber threats, the role of IT security leaders in safeguarding organizational assets has never been more challenging. The inadequacy of…
Top Tips to Keep Data Safe During the 2024 Paris Olympics
It’s no secret that the Olympics is one of the most highly attended events in the world. This year, it is expected that the Olympics will bring over 15 million visitors to Paris. With such a heavy influx of people,…
Maryland Association of Community Colleges Receives Funding for the Cyber Workforce Accelerator
Partnership with BCR Cyber Will Provide Jobs and Access to Advanced Experiential Training at Maryland Community Colleges Baltimore, MD (6/25/24) – The Maryland Association of Community Colleges (MACC), in partnership with Baltimore Cyber Range dba BCR Cyber, has been awarded…
Adversaries Seek to Take Advantage of Global Events – How To Prepare for the 2024 Paris Olympics
The 2024 Paris Olympics is set to begin on July 26, global adversaries are paying close attention and such a high-profile event serves as an opportunity for bad actors to cash in on vulnerable organizations and users with poor cyber…
Ransomware attacks launched on the world by China and North Korea
According to a joint investigation by security analysts from SentinelOne and Recorded Future, a significant ransomware campaign targeted government and critical infrastructure between 2021 and 2023, with new details now coming to light. The attacks occurred in two distinct clusters.…
AI driven Google Naptime to help LLM to conduct vulnerability research
Security researchers face significant challenges when hunting for vulnerabilities in Large Language Models (LLMs). However, Google’s Naptime Framework provides a breakthrough in AI-driven vulnerability research, automating variant analysis. Named for its concept of allowing researchers to “take a nap” amidst…