The Hacker News

AUGUST 3, 2023

The frequency and complexity of cyber threats are constantly evolving. According to Cybersecurity Ventures, the cost of cybercrime is predicted to hit $8 trillion in 2023 and will grow to $10.5 trillion by 2025.

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APRIL 29, 2024

McAfee Labs has recently unveiled a sophisticated cyber threat known as DarkGate, which uses advanced tactics to exploit the AutoHotkey utility and evade Microsoft Defender SmartScreen.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 13, 2023

Critical Start today released its biannual Cyber Intelligence Report, featuring the top threats observed in the first half of 2023 and emerging cybersecurity trends impacting the healthcare, financial services, and state and local government industries. It's estimated LockBit had nearly 1,100 victims in 2022 alone.

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Penetration Testing

JANUARY 16, 2024

In 2023, the world faced an unprecedented surge in cyber threats, a storm that Check Point Research’s analysis has vividly captured.

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JANUARY 4, 2024

In December 2023, the cybersecurity community was alerted to a new form of cyber threat – the Ducktail malware.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

billion work hours in 2023 and helped raise customer satisfaction to 69% for $0.50 Machine learning helps AI chatbots adapt to and prevent new cyber threats. This helps them improve their performance over time by gaining data from interactions. In 2022, 88% of users relied on chatbots when interacting with businesses.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, a new alarm has been sounded for Apache ActiveMQ server administrators.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

To mitigate these risks, water utilities should: Prioritize cybersecurity: Implement robust cybersecurity practices, including regular vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and employee training. In 2023, the U.S. Ken Dunham, Cyber Threat Director at Qualys Threat Research Unit, opined on the issue: "U.S.

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DECEMBER 21, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, a new and menacing player emerged throughout the summer and fall of 2023, aiming to take the top spot in the realm of Remote Access Trojans (RATs)... The post BattleRoyal Cluster: A DarkGate Contender Rises with Devious Tricks and Evolving Tactics appeared first on Penetration Testing.

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DECEMBER 12, 2023

On the 12th of December 2023, SAP Security Patch Day published 15 new Security Notes alongside updates to 2 previously released notes, fortifying SAP’s commitment to safeguarding its vast ecosystem against cyber threats.

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DECEMBER 7, 2023

Fighting Ursa, also known as APT28, has emerged as a sophisticated cyber threat, exploiting a critical vulnerability in Microsoft Outlook (CVE-2023-23397) to carry out covert operations.

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DECEMBER 31, 2023

In a digital landscape where cyber threats are constantly evolving, Microsoft’s latest Threat Intelligence report, covering activity since mid-November 2023, sheds light on the sophisticated strategies employed by cybercriminals.

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DECEMBER 26, 2023

In the shadowy realms of cyber threats, a formidable entity known as PhantomControl has emerged, marking its presence with intricate and sophisticated cyberattacks. Phantom: Unveiling the Cyber Spook’s Dance of Darkness appeared first on Penetration Testing.

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DECEMBER 27, 2023

However, with this reliance comes a heightened vulnerability to cyber threats. The recent discovery of... The post The Urgent Need to Patch Buffalo’s VR-S1000 VPN Router appeared first on Penetration Testing.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2023

As the world grapples with the complexities of cyber warfare, North Korea’s state-aligned cyber threat actors have been orchestrating a series of sophisticated campaigns targeting macOS users in 2023.

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MAY 5, 2024

In the continually evolving landscape of cyber threats, Mac users are facing renewed challenges from an insidious form of malware known as the Atomic Stealer, or AMOS.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Group-IB, an international company that specializes in preventing cyber attacks, and a Swiss insurance broker ASPIS SA that owns CryptoIns project, have developed the world’s first scoring model for assessing cryptocurrency exchanges cybersecurity, allowing the exchanges’ clients to ensure their assets. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Penetration Testing

DECEMBER 20, 2023

As we approach the end of 2023, it’s crucial to reflect on the cyber threats that have shaped our digital world.

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JANUARY 2, 2024

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a critical warning that underscores the ongoing battle against cyber threats.

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NetSpi Executives

OCTOBER 22, 2024

To better understand why this is a booming market, it is important to recognize breach and attack simulation use cases , and how tools like NetSPI Breach and Attack Simulation can help enhance security posture, promote continuous threat exposure management (CTEM), and support executives with cybersecurity strategy and planning.

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DECEMBER 3, 2023

The BlackBerry Global Threat Intelligence Report for November 2023 provides a deep dive into the current cybersecurity landscape, offering invaluable... The post Cybercrime Rampant: Novel Malware Attacks Triple in Frequency, BlackBerry Warns appeared first on Penetration Testing.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 12, 2023

This article will provide an overview of the best cybersecurity certifications in 2023 and where you can sign up for them. The 5 best cybersecurity certifications in 2023 This section will cover the five best cybersecurity certifications you can complete in 2023. Why are cybersecurity certifications important?

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Penetration Testing

AUGUST 22, 2024

According to Kaspersky Labs’ latest report,... The post Escalating Cyber Threats: Q2 2024 Vulnerability Report appeared first on Cybersecurity News.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 19, 2023

It offers a wide range of security testing capabilities, including code scanning, vulnerability assessment , and penetration testing. Veracode supports more than a hundred programming languages and provides detailed reports on security vulnerabilities and weaknesses in applications.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

1, 2023 — AdviserCyber , a cybersecurity service provider for Registered Investment Advisers (RIAs) with $500M to $3B Assets Under Management (AUM) who must comply with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) cybersecurity requirements, announced its formal launch today. Phoenix, Ariz. —

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DECEMBER 24, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, a new attack technique named SMTP Smuggling has emerged, threatening the integrity of email communication worldwide.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated, integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into cybersecurity is more than a passing trend — it’s a groundbreaking shift in protecting our digital assets. As cyber-attacks grow increasingly complex, leveraging AI becomes crucial for staying ahead of emerging threats.

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Digital Shadows

JANUARY 27, 2025

Key Findings 2024 was the year cyber threats got quicker. Cyber attackers really picked up the pace, executing faster, more efficient breaches that pushed traditional defenses to their limits. We found that the average breakout time was 48 minutes22% faster than in 2023, based on comparisons with external industry reporting.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 16, 2024

From data privacy regulations to payment card security standards, businesses of all sizes must scramble to implement new protocols and strengthen their defenses against cyber threats. Here's a snapshot of the most critical deadlines to mark on your calendar, along with insights into their implications. Hold onto your credit cards!

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

While Teslas aren’t the typical business IoT device, their connection to the internet makes them a cyber threat as much as your business’s other IoT technology. Teslas Get the Spotlight in Recent Ethical Hacking Efforts Researchers have discovered multiple vulnerabilities within Teslas since March 2023.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 21, 2022

The certification covers active defense, defense in depth, access control, cryptography, defensible network architecture and network security, incident handling and response, vulnerability scanning and penetration testing, security policy, IT risk management, virtualization and cloud security , and Windows and Linux security.

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Centraleyes

MARCH 13, 2025

Whether handling personal financial data or managing large-scale transactions, your program needs to reflect the realities of your operations and the cyber threats you face. Expert Advice: Gary Alterson of Neohapsis recommends refreshing risk assessments quarterlyor even monthlyto keep up with the rapidly changing threat landscape.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 22, 2023

Callie Guenther, Cyber Threat Research Senior Manager at Critical Start, offered this perspective and advice : "Most security teams are likely aware of the risks associated with PII and the potential vulnerabilities that can expose this information. Half of these potentially vulnerable web apps are hosted in the cloud.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 20, 2024

In this regard, many have touted cyber insurance as the knight in shining armor, the end all-be all in terms of mitigating criminals' assaults on your network. Ransomware and its impact on businesses Industry-specific data from 2023 illustrates the widespread reach of ransomware and its resulting impact today. Let's find out.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

In 2023, the cost of cybercrime globally was projected to reach $8 trillion , with expectations to rise to $10.5 This staggering figure underscores the growing threat and the extensive damage cyberattacks can cause, including data breaches, downtime, and compromised sensitive information. trillion by 2025.

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Pen Test Partners

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Only recently the credit union world has been rocked by two separate cyber incidents: In December 2023, a nation-wide Ransomware campaign leveled a devastating blow to the industry. Constantly educate and coach all employees on cyber best practises. The NCUA have a great cyber security resource here.

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JULY 30, 2024

SonicWall has published its mid-year Cyber Threat Report for 2024. In the first half of the year, there was a significant increase in supply chain attacks, a rise in malware targeting Internet of Things... The post Malware Exploiting IoT Devices on the Rise, SonicWall Warns appeared first on Cybersecurity News.

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