Recently, Prudential Financial and loanDepot, two Fortune 500 companies were attacked by the ALPHV/Blackcat ransomware gang, which claims responsibility for the breaches. Despite the threat actors still having to prove their claims, the two companies were added to ALPHV’s…
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Checklist: Network and Systems Security
Cybersecurity demands and the stakes of failing to properly secure systems and networks are high. While every organization’s specific security needs form a unique and complex blend of interconnected requirements, numerous security fundamentals almost always apply to each of these…
Avast ordered to pay $16.5 million for misuse of user data
The Federal Trade Commission will require software provider Avast to pay $16.5 million and prohibit the company from selling or licensing any web browsing data for advertising purposes to settle charges that the company and its subsidiaries sold such information…
78% of Organizations Suffer Repeat Ransomware Attacks After Paying
Cybereason found that 78% of organizations who paid a ransom demand were hit by a second ransomware attack, often by the same threat actor This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: 78% of Organizations Suffer Repeat…
Microsoft Releases Red Teaming Tool for Generative AI
Microsoft releases PyRIT red teaming tool to help identify risks in generative AI through automation. The post Microsoft Releases Red Teaming Tool for Generative AI appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek RSS Feed Read the…
AT&T Says the Outage to Its US Cellphone Network Was Not Caused by a Cyberattack
AT&T said the hourslong outage to its U.S. cellphone network Thursday appeared to be the result of a technical error, not a malicious attack. The post AT&T Says the Outage to Its US Cellphone Network Was Not Caused by a…
CISA And FBI Share Cyber Attack Defenses For Securing Water Systems
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have collaborated to develop a highly significant cybersecurity guide that is specifically intended for Water and Wastewater Systems (WWS) entities. This…
Cyber Mindfulness Corner Company Spotlight: Jamf
At the IT Security Guru we’re showcasing organisations that are passionate about making cybersecurity a healthier, more mindful industry. This week, Aaron Webb, Senior Product Marketing Manager at Jamf, spoke to the Gurus about how leaders can approach the burnout crisis…
MIWIC24: Plexal Alumni Receive Multiple Nominations From Peers at This Year’s Awards
Plexal work with some of the UK’s most exciting start-ups, entrepreneurs and scale-ups who are building emerging technologies and operating across multiple sectors. Plexal help build community, foster talent, and launch graduating companies and professionals into success. They work in…
Hackers are exploiting ConnectWise flaws to deploy LockBit ransomware, security experts warn
Security experts are warning that a pair of high-risk flaws in a popular remote access tool are being exploited by hackers to deploy LockBit ransomware — days after authorities announced that they had disrupted the notorious Russia-linked cybercrime gang. Researchers…
New Infostealer Malware Attacking Oil and Gas Industry
The oil and gas sector faces a significant cybersecurity threat with the emergence of a new and sophisticated Malware-as-a-Service (MaaS) infostealer known as Rhadamanthys Stealer. This advanced phishing campaign has successfully reached its intended targets within the industry, raising concerns…
Researchers Detail Apple’s Recent Zero-Click Shortcuts Vulnerability
Details have emerged about a now-patched high-severity security flaw in Apple’s Shortcuts app that could permit a shortcut to access sensitive information on the device without users’ consent. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-23204 (CVSS score: 7.5), was addressed by Apple on January…
X protests forced suspension of accounts on orders of India’s government
Nonprofit SFLC links orders to farming protests The global government affairs team at X (née Twitter) has suspended some accounts and posts in India after receiving executive orders to do so from the country’s government, backed by threat of penalties…
New infosec products of the week: February 23, 2024
Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from ManageEngine, Metomic, Pindrop, and Truffle Security. Pindrop Pulse offers protection against audio deepfakes Pindrop Pulse’s ability to detect deepfakes provides organizations and their customers protection…
The old, not the new: Basic security issues still biggest threat to enterprises
In 2023, cybercriminals saw more opportunities to “log in” versus hack into corporate networks through valid accounts – making this tactic a preferred weapon for threat actors, according to IBM’s 2024 X-Force Threat Intelligence Index. Attacks on critical infrastructure reveal…
Cyber Attack news headlines trending on Google
Federal Trade Commission Clears X (formerly Twitter) of Data Security Violations Following an investigation into the server operations of X, previously known as Twitter, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced that Elon Musk’s company has upheld user privacy and…
Top 7 best Practices for Mobile Security in a BYOD Environment
In the modern workplace, the Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) trend has become increasingly prevalent, revolutionizing how businesses operate and employees collaborate. While BYOD offers flexibility and convenience, it also introduces significant security challenges, particularly in the realm of mobile…
2024 will be a volatile year for cybersecurity as ransomware groups evolve
Hackers have significantly increased demands for ransomware, rising over 20% year-over-year to $600,000, according to Arctic Wolf. Organizations are failing to patch their networks And there are worrying signs that 2024 will be especially volatile, as ransomware groups expand their…
Secure email gateways struggle to keep pace with sophisticated phishing campaigns
In 2023, malicious email threats bypassing secure email gateways (SEGs) increased by more than 100%, according to Cofense. In just two years, Cofense identified over 1.5 million malicious emails bypassing their customers’ SEGs, signaling a 37% increase in threats compared…
Business Data Backup and Recovery Planning
A comprehensive data backup and recovery plan is essential for businesses to protect their critical information and ensure business continuity in the face of potential risks and consequences. The post Business Data Backup and Recovery Planning appeared first on Security…