Security Boulevard

MAY 17, 2023

The threat actor’s methodology wasn’t unique — they used a six-step approach that can be mapped directly to cyber attack frameworks. Even industry giants like Target and Equifax, who have robust security measures, still struggle to combat supply chain attacks. The malware itself wasn’t particularly sophisticated, either.

Data breaches 52

Data breaches DNS Malware Phishing 52

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 6, 2023

Notable Ransomware Attacks CryptoLocker ushered in the modern ransomware age in 2013, and in 2017, the devastating WannaCry and NotPetya ransomware attacks raised the threat’s profile significantly. One attack in particular thrust ransomware into the spotlight as never before, the May 2021 Colonial Pipeline attack.

Ransomware 98

Ransomware Backups Encryption Malware 98

Responsible Cyber

JULY 13, 2024

In 2013, attackers used spear phishing emails with infected attachments to break into Target’s network, causing one of the biggest data breaches ever. Penetration Testing : Simulate cyber-attacks on your system to identify weaknesses before malicious actors do.

Social Engineering 52

Social Engineering Firewall Passwords Education 52

eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 11, 2022

Most traditional tools used for investigating cyber attacks cannot assess potential impacts on these environments. Also read: Antivirus vs. EPP vs. EDR: How to Secure Your Endpoints. Series C Bitglass 2013 Campbell, CA 170 $150.1 Series F Darktrace 2013 Cambridge, UK 1,600 $230.5 Acquired by JFrog.

Cybersecurity 142

Cybersecurity Threat Detection Artificial Intelligence Risk 142

Security Boulevard

MARCH 31, 2021

At the start of March 2021, Microsoft rushed out patches for a critical zero-day Vulnerability in Exchange Server (2010, 2013, 2016, and 2019). UK School Cyber-Attack affects 40,000 Pupils’ Email. Birmingham College falls victim to 'Major Ransomware Attack'. Australia Cyber Attacks hit Television Channel and Parliament.

Energy and Utilities 122

Energy and Utilities Ransomware Hacking Banking 122

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

A common type of spyware is a RAM scraper that attacks the storage (RAM) of electronic point-of-sale (POS) devices to scrap customers’ credit card information. One of the most notorious one being the BlackPOS spyware that compromised the data of over 40 million Target customers in 2013. Ransomware. Computer worms.

Cyber threats 113

Cyber threats Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 113

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2021

A common type of spyware is a RAM scraper that attacks the storage (RAM) of electronic point-of-sale (POS) devices to scrap customers’ credit card information. One of the most notorious one being the BlackPOS spyware that compromised the data of over 40 million Target customers in 2013. Ransomware. Computer Worms.

Malware 107

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 107

Spinone

JANUARY 20, 2020

This type of ransomware reached its peak popularity in the years 2013-2018. In 2019 the game has changed: general ransomware activity has dropped, but the number of attacks targeting enterprises has increased by 12%. It will navigate you in the existing threats, educate you on what to do in case of an attack. Use antivirus.

Ransomware 59

Ransomware Encryption Antivirus Backups 59

eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Though polite, the Creeper was still an annoyance to some, and in 1971, Ray Tomlinson developed the first antivirus software , called Reaper. One of the first pieces of antivirus software , McAfee’s VirusScan, was released in 1987. It also would actively shut down antivirus processes to evade detection and removal.

Malware 140

Malware Ransomware Internet Internet 140