Cybersecurity has never been something to set once and leave running in the background—it is a constantly evolving landscape. While the migration of data and applications to the cloud provides numerous business benefits, many organisations struggle to secure their networks…
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Cybersecurity in Healthcare: A New Era of Regulation, Incentives, and Patient Safety
Over the last few years, attacks against the healthcare sector have been severe and widespread, targeting sensitive patient data and critical medical operations. The 2020 ransomware attack on Universal Health Services, which led to the shutdown of systems across 400…
Taming Identity Sprawl With a Least Privilege Approach
Remember the Hydra, the multi-headed creature from Greek mythology? Warriors attempting to slay the beast faced a seemingly impossible challenge: when they cut off one head, multiple heads re-emerged. Security teams entrusted with Identity and Access Management (IAM) can relate…
China-linked Attackers Target Russian Govt Entities
Researchers from Kaspersky have detected a series of ongoing targeted cyberattacks on dozens of computers at Russian government entities and IT organizations. The bad actors infected devices via phishing emails with malicious shortcut attachments. These shortcuts were used to deliver…
Russian Sentenced to 40 Months for Selling Stolen Data on Dark Web
A Moscow-based Russian national, Georgy Kavzharadze, has been sentenced to 40 months in federal prison for selling stolen financial information on the dark web marketplace known as Slilpp. The US Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia announced that Kavzharadze,…
Malware Loaders Dominate Cybersecurity Threats in 2024
Malware loaders are a significant threat in the cybersecurity landscape, with nearly 40% of all malware observed in critical security incidents involving these specialized tools. Among the most prevalent loaders are “SocGholish,” “GootLoader,” and “Raspberry Robin,” which have been frequently…
When Disinformation Floods the Internet, Preserving Truth Requires Proper Equipment
The World Wide Web is the greatest tool for sharing information humankind has ever created. Unfortunately, lies and fake news spread over the Internet just as well. It is so easy for disinformation to proliferate online that it takes the…
Email Breach Report 2024: The Most Vulnerable Names and Providers Exposed
In 2024, email breaches continue to pose a significant threat to personal and corporate security, with millions of email addresses exposed in data hacks. An email breach occurs when malicious actors infiltrate a company’s system, stealing customer data, including email…
NIST Debuts First Set of Finalized Post-Quantum Encryption Standards
The US Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has officially released its first set of finalized encryption standards designed to withstand attacks from quantum computers. These post-quantum encryption standards are expected to secure a wide array…
Twitter’s AI Ambitions Face GDPR Backlash: Nine New Complaints Filed
Twitter, recently rebranded as “X,” is under increased scrutiny after nine additional complaints were filed across Europe, alleging the company unlawfully used the personal data of over 60 million EU/EEA users to train its AI technologies without their consent. This…
Email Security Risk Remains Alarmingly High
A staggering 94% of companies have fallen victim to phishing attacks over the last year, while 91% experienced data loss or exfiltration incidents. It’s not surprising, then, that 95% of cybersecurity leaders are increasingly stressed about email security, particularly phishing…
Six Reasons Healthcare Organizations Need Robust Cybersecurity
Medical organizations must implement robust cybersecurity solutions due to the sensitivity of the data they handle and the increasing frequency of cyberattacks. As these organizations rely more heavily on technology for storing and managing patient data in the digital era,…
Emerging Exfiltration Tools Highlight Growing Threats to Enterprise Data
Cybercriminals have significantly increased their use of data-exfiltration tools, which are highly effective for stealing sensitive data and evading detection. This was revealed in a recent report by ReliaQuest, which highlights the evolving strategies of threat actors in the digital…
The Importance of APIs/API Security in Financial Services
In the evolving financial services landscape, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) have become fundamental tools for facilitating seamless digital transactions and interactions. However, as the reliance on these technologies grows, so does the need for stringent API security. Ensuring the safety…
Next-Gen Vehicle Technologies Present New Challenges for Cybersecurity Professionals
Modern technology has led to the rise of self-driving cars. While advantageous in some aspects, the autonomous vehicle concept introduces cybersecurity challenges. There is also innovation and concern with aviation cybersecurity and autonomous aircraft. Here’s what you need to know…
Passwordless Prescription: The Cure for Healthcare Cybersecurity
The healthcare industry is poised for a cybersecurity transformation, with passwordless authentication at the forefront. Utilizing passkeys and biometrics improves user experience and significantly strengthens data security against contemporary threats such as credential stuffing and MFA fatigue. So says Phil…
Vectra AI Expands XDR Platform
Vectra AI, a provider of AI-driven Extended Detection and Response (XDR) solutions, has expanded its Vectra AI Platform, enhancing its ability to provide Security Operations Center (SOC) teams with a real-time view of their active posture. This expansion leverages the…
Optimizing AWS GuardDuty for Enhanced Security Monitoring
Approximately 2.38 million customers worldwide use Amazon Web Services (AWS) to host and power their cloud-based business assets, per a recent market report. If you’re reading this, you’re probably one of them. With officially over half (50.1%) of the market…
Provisional £6m Fine Imposed on Software Provider Following NHS Ransomware Attack
Advanced Computer Software Group Ltd (Advanced) is facing a provisional fine of £6.09 million following a 2022 ransomware attack that disrupted NHS and social care services. The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has preliminarily determined that the company failed to implement…
Police Recover Over USD 40 Million from International Email Scam
A global stop-payment mechanism developed by INTERPOL has enabled Singapore authorities to recover over USD 40 million from a business email compromise (BEC) scam, marking their largest-ever recovery of fraudulently obtained funds. On 23 July 2024, a commodity firm based…