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State of Cybersecurity in Canada 2025: Key Insights for InfoSec Leaders

SecureWorld News

The State of Cybersecurity in Canada 2025 report, published by the Canadian Cybersecurity Network (CCN) and the Security Architecture Podcast , delivers an in-depth analysis of the evolving threat landscape, emerging risks, and strategic recommendations for Canadian organizations.

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SHARED INTEL Q&A: My thoughts and opinions about cyber threats — as discussed with OneRep

The Last Watchdog

Byron: Companies often underestimate threats, neglect basic cyber hygiene, and fail to educate employees on cybersecurity. Erin: What are some of the most common social engineering tactics that cybercriminals use? Erin: Do you think cyber insurance should play a bigger role in companies’ cybersecurity strategies?

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Group-IB and CryptoIns introduce the world’s first insurance against cyber threats for cryptocurrency exchanges

Security Affairs

Group-IB also evaluates exchanges’ infrastructure and architecture in order to understand ways to counter potential threats. In some cases, with founders’ consent, the assessment includes penetration testing using social engineering methods aimed at the network compromise through the most vulnerable link at any organization– humans. .

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A Gap in the Armor: What Was Missing from Black Hat 2024

Security Boulevard

It’s time to admit that attackers will continue to innovate and adapt their techniques and tactics, that the attack surface will constantly be changing and updating, that people will always be susceptible to deception and social engineering.

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34 Most Common Types of Network Security Protections

eSecurity Planet

Examples of threatening traffic that IDPS solutions can combat include network intrusions, DDoS attacks, malware, and socially engineered attacks. In worst-case scenarios, these firms should cover your business if you’re impacted by a data breach that leaks sensitive information and leads to fines and legal fees.

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The Ongoing Cyber Threat to Critical Infrastructure

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

However, this stance indicates a lack of understanding of the effects of all the parties involved, such as cyber insurance underwriters, incident response firms, government regulations, and ransomware attribution. For many organizations, paying the ransom can be less damaging than risking any additional impacts.

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Inflation Is Making Cybersecurity Even More Challenging for Leaders

SecureWorld News

Attackers are more easily able to circumvent email security controls of even the most mature organizations through well-crafted social engineering tactics, resulting in stolen account credentials and ultimately account takeovers. As cyber threats surge, the expenses associated with cyber insurance rise, adding to the financial strain.