2024 is perhaps the biggest election year the world has ever seen, with more than 60 countries holding national elections that will impact nearly half the world’s population, per Statista. 2024 is also the year the world became more comfortable…
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Ransomware’s Evolving Threat: The Rise of RansomHub, Decline of Lockbit, and the New Era of Data Extortion
1.Introduction The ransomware landscape is witnessing significant changes, with new actors like RansomHub rising to prominence, while previously dominant groups such as Lockbit experience a sharp decline. Ransomware remains the most pervasive cyber threat, with financially motivated criminal groups deploying…
Halloween Frights of the Digital Age: Cyber Threats Haunting Us in 2024
Halloween is a time for haunted houses, spooky costumes, and trick-or-treating, but in today’s digital landscape, there are scarier things lurking just beneath the surface. The rise in global cyber threats paints a chilling picture—cyber attacks have surged by an…
7,500 Phishing Emails Use Interesting Obfuscation Method to Target Student Loan Holders
According to the Education Data Initiative, nearly 43 million Americans are saddled with the burden of student loan debt, with an average individual debt burden of $37,000. In 2022, President Biden announced a three-part plan to cancel thousands of dollars…
2025 Cyber Security Predictions – The Rise of AI-Driven Attacks, Quantum Threats, and Social Media Exploitation
As we move into 2025, the cyber security landscape will become more complex, with new challenges emerging as rapidly as the technologies that drive them. From artificial intelligence (AI)-enhanced malware to looming quantum computing threats, the forecast from Check Point…
Cloud Risk Management: The DevOps Guide
For DevOps software developers, navigating the cloud landscape without a clear understanding of risks is equivalent to walking into a minefield blindfolded. Cloud risk management, therefore, becomes an indispensable tool for DevOps – enabling us with the ability to identify,…
Get it Done Faster with AI Copilot for Harmony SASE
Managing network security can be a daunting task, even for the most seasoned IT professionals. Harmony SASE users now have a new tool at their disposal to streamline these challenges: the Infinity AI Copilot for Harmony SASE, currently in preview.…
Strengthening Cloud Defenses: Key Strategies
In today’s digital landscape, cloud security has emerged as a critical concern for organizations worldwide. As cloud technologies continue to be adopted at an accelerated pace, businesses face new layers of complexity. In fact, 73% of professionals acknowledge that cloud…
A Closer Look at Q3 2024: 75% Surge in Cyber Attacks Worldwide
A Record Spike in Attacks: In Q3 2024, an average of 1,876 cyber attacks per organization was recorded, marking a 75% increase compared to the same period in 2023 and a 15% rise from the previous quarter. Industry-wise Breakdown: The…
Check Point Research Unveils Q3 2024 Brand Phishing Trends: Microsoft Remains Most Imitated Brand as Alibaba and Adobe Enter Top 10
Microsoft is identified as the primary target in phishing attacks, with significant shifts observed in the Top 10 rankings. In the realm of cyber security, phishing attacks are among the most prevalent threats, often serving as the initial step for…
How to secure your SaaS data?
SaaS Supply Chain Risks: Biggest Threat to Your Data SaaS supply chain attacks pose the greatest risk to your data. Attackers exploit vulnerabilities in SaaS applications, which serve as entry points into your enterprise. This might be something as basic…
October Cyber Awareness | IoT security – beyond connectivity into risk
As we step into Cyber Awareness Month this October, organizations must take a closer look at how new technologies like IoT, AI and advanced wireless standards are transforming the threat landscape. Many emerging solutions remain under the radar. The integration…
September 2024’s Most Wanted Malware: Notable AI-Driven Techniques and Persistent RansomHub Threats
Check Point’s latest threat index emphasizes the shift towards AI-driven malware tactics in the current cyber landscape Check Point’s Global Threat Index for September 2024 revealed its Global Threat Index for September 2024. The report highlights an interesting trend in…
Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: Priscilla Ramis
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, observed from September 15 to October 15, Check Point honors the history, traditions, and cultural diversity of the Hispanic and Latino community. We sat down with Priscilla Ramis, HR Partner, to learn about her…
Operation MiddleFloor: Unmasking the Disinformation Campaign Targeting Moldova’s National Elections
Executive Summary: Ahead of Moldova’s elections on October 20, 2024, Check Point Research detected an ongoing disinformation campaign aiming to influence the results of Moldova’s elections and nationwide referendum on EU (European Union) membership. Using emails as its primary attack…
5 Ways to “Secure Our World” for Cyber Security Awareness Month
October is Cyber Security Awareness Month – a time dedicated to promoting awareness about the importance of cyber security. In an era where our lives are increasingly intertwined with the digital world, the significance of cyber security cannot be overstated.…
Securing the Future of Home Networks: Heights Telecom and Check Point’s Revolutionary Partnership
As homes become more connected, the role of home gateways – the devices that connect home networks to the internet – has become more critical than ever. These routers, once considered simple conduits for internet access, are now the gatekeepers…
Check Point Software Recognized as a Leader in The Forrester Wave™: Enterprise Firewall Solutions, Q4 2024
The digital realm faces unprecedented threats as cybercrime continues its relentless rise. According to Check Point Research, the second quarter of 2024 witnessed a staggering 30% increase in worldwide cyber-attacks, highlighting the critical need for safeguarding digital assets. Today, we…
Hispanic Heritage Month: Roberto Galindo
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, observed from September 15 to October 15, Check Point honors the history, traditions, and cultural diversity of the Hispanic and Latino community. We sat down with Roberto Galindo, Security Engineer, SLED, to learn about…
Check Point Software Recognized as a Leader in The Forrester Wave™: Enterprise Firewall Solutions, Q4 2024
The digital realm faces unprecedented threats as cybercrime continues its relentless rise. According to Check Point Research, the second quarter of 2024 witnessed a staggering 30% increase in worldwide cyber-attacks, highlighting the critical need for safeguarding digital assets. Today, we…