Category: Cybersecurity Insiders

Google Chrome now offers phishing and malware protection

For those prioritizing a secure browsing experience, here’s some promising news: Google has announced that Chrome users utilizing the safe browsing mode will now receive automated protection against phishing, malware, and malicious sites. Google, renowned for its commitment to user…

Zscaler acquires Avalor for $350 million

Zscaler, a prominent player in cloud security, has made headlines with its recent acquisition of Israeli startup Avalor for a hefty $350 million. This move marks the third acquisition by Zscaler in recent times, following the purchases of Canonic for…

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Alabama state websites down due to DDoS attacks Alabama state websites experienced a cyber disruption today as several government URLs were targeted by a sophisticated attack initially thought to be a variant of Ransomware but later identified as a Distributed…

Immutable data storage is last line of defense against ransomware

Ransomware attacks continue to escalate annually, prompting security analysts to advocate for strategies to combat the proliferation of malware. One recommended approach is the implementation of immutable data storage systems that are resistant to file-encrypting malware and can withstand sophisticated…

LockBit takedown surges Akira Ransomware Attacks

Following the takedown of the LockBit Ransomware group’s website in ‘Operation Cronos‘ by law enforcement agencies, there has been a notable surge in the activity of the Akira Ransomware group in recent weeks. This rise has been particularly pronounced since…

Organizations issue warning to Ransomware gangs about no money

In recent times, the landscape of cyber threats has been dominated by ransomware attacks, often involving double and triple extortion tactics. However, a new approach is emerging from publicly funded organizations, openly acknowledging their inability to pay ransoms and rendering…

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Ransomware Resilience: Evaluating UK’s Preparedness Strategy In the face of escalating ransomware attacks globally, no state or industry appears impervious to the threat posed by malicious malware. However, recent scrutiny suggests that the UK government’s approach to cybersecurity may be…

Cyber Attack on France government websites

Recently, hackers have shifted their attention to the government sector, with France’s government websites falling victim to sophisticated yet low-intensity cyber-attacks. A source from the office of France’s Prime Minister Gabriel Attal has suggested that these attacks on government servers…

Navigating Ransomware: Securin’s Insights and Analysis from 2023

[By Ram Movva, CEO, Securin] As ransomware attackers continue to evolve and adapt their techniques, organizations must refine and adapt their security strategies to stay ahead of these threats.    Human-augmented, actionable threat intelligence plays a critical role in every organization’s…

America to offer compensation to victims of Deep Fake AI content

Deepfake technology has become a significant concern, producing computer-generated images, videos, and audio that mimic real individuals, leading to the dissemination of misleading and often absurd content. In response, the United States government, led by President Joe Biden, is poised…

A Comprehensive Guide to Mobile Application Security Testing

With the rapid proliferation of mobile applications across various industries, ensuring the security of these apps has become paramount. Mobile application security testing is a crucial step in the development process to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities that could be exploited…

Are We Experiencing the End of Biometrics?

[By John Gallagher, Vice President of Viakoo Labs] Biometric security is often viewed as superior to passwords when it comes to protecting sensitive systems or data. The interface between physical and software security, verified by unique personal identifiers like iris…

GenAI Regulation: Why It Isn’t One Size Fits All

[By André Ferraz, CEO and Co-Founder of Incognia, the innovator in location identity solutions] Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is a hot topic of conversation – particularly the risks it poses to users’ online safety and privacy. With President Biden calling on…