SecureList

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

” For instance, educational robots that connect to the internet and support video calls. Subject of the study: educational robot The toy is designed to educate and entertain children; it is an interactive device running the Android operating system. In other words, this is a “tablet on wheels.”

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

They could even conceal dangerous malware in photos or links on secure websites you visit, and a single click can activate the code, even overcoming multifactor authentication. Train Your Admin & Staff Educate personnel on the risks of session hijacking and best practices for prevention to foster a security-conscious culture.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 17, 2021

On March 16, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) issued a “Flash” alert on PYSA ransomware after an uptick on attacks this month against institutions in the education sector, particularly higher ed, K-12, and seminaries. Use multi-factor authentication wherever possible. After this, PYSA is then deployed and executed.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Quantum computing advances are making traditional encryption obsolete, and adversaries are stockpiling data for future decryption. FIPS-203 enables legal PQC deployment, prompting CISOs to overhaul encryption strategies. Without action, quantum-enabled breaches threaten critical data, national security, and global stability.

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Digital Shadows

MARCH 17, 2025

VPN Infrastructures Allure for Threat Actors PNs have become a fundamental part of network security for organizations worldwide, enabling secure remote access to systems, encrypting sensitive data during transmission, and protecting internal networks from unauthorized access. This threat hunt identifies accounts at risk of this attack vector.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Industries from healthcare and education to construction and even sports have begun experimenting with AI and VR in siloed functions, with products ranging from immersive learning material to cutting-edge home renovation tools and play-at-home golf simulation systems.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Resilient Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) and Strong Passwords. Awareness events foster to shape human attitude, enhance a positive culture against cyber threats, and educate businesses and people about protective measures they can take to secure their sensitive personal data: Enable MFA.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Authentication and authorization vulnerabilities: Weak authentication methods and compromised access tokens can provide unauthorized access. Multi-factor authentication: Implement multi-factor authentication for administration and privileged users to enhance access control and prevent unauthorized entry.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Sophos cybersecurity researchers have discovered a Python-based ransomware operation that escalated from a compromised corporate network to encrypted virtual machines in just three hours. These instructions are used to list all VMs and shut them down, necessary for starting the encryption. Faster Encryption Means Higher Risk.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 17, 2025

Since its emergence in 2021, Medusa has targeted over 300 victims across various critical infrastructure sectors, including medical, education, legal, insurance, technology, and manufacturing. Attackers employ a double extortion strategy, encrypting victim data and threatening to publicly release it if the ransom is unpaid.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Encryption uses mathematical algorithms to transform and encode data so that only authorized parties can access it. What Encryption Is and How It Relates to Cryptology The science of cryptography studies codes, how to create them, and how to solve them. How Does Encryption Process Data? How Does Encryption Process Data?

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Companies will adopt stricter identity verification and access controls, ensuring that even internal users face rigorous authentication processes. Quantum Computing Threats While quantum computing offers immense potential, it also poses a serious risk to traditional encryption methods.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

A sophisticated form of mobile malware dubbed "GoldPickaxe" has been uncovered, which collects facial recognition data to produce deepfake videos, enabling hackers to bypass biometric authentication protections on banking apps. Experts warn that biometric authentication alone is not foolproof.

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Krebs on Security

MARCH 31, 2020

The attacker also obtained free encryption certificates for escrow.com from Let’s Encrypt. We have taken steps across our technology, processes and employee education, to help prevent these types of attacks in the future.” 49 (that domain is hobbled here because it is currently flagged as hosting a phishing site).

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

It’s important that as consumers are shopping for these smart home devices that they learn to recognize the Matter trademark so that they can make educated decisions.” Matter works much the way website authentication and website traffic encryption gets executed. It can be cumbersome to set up and so adoption has been sluggish.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

For example, encrypt transaction details and add verification steps to secure and approve the exchange between your platform and the customer. Flexible authentication methods Depending on the culture, different authentication methods can be more or less preferable or trusted.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 16, 2024

The answer is three-fold: data encryption, strong access controls, and application security. Encrypting data at rest and in transit ensures that sensitive information remains secure even if stolen by cybercriminals. Encryption is critical to data security, rendering stolen data unreadable and unusable to unauthorized parties.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Part three of a four-part series In 2024, global pressure on companies to implement advanced data protection measures intensified, with new standards in encryption and software transparency raising the bar. Tech companies are adopting cybersecurity by design, embedding encryption, biometrics, and multi-factor authentication into products.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 13, 2025

Similarly, the AI-assisted ransomware provided a high-level approach to encrypting files but lacked complete execution. Instead, security teams should prioritize behavioral analysismonitoring for unusual patterns such as unexpected file encryption, unauthorized persistence mechanisms, or anomalous network traffic.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 13, 2025

As of February 2025, Medusa developers and affiliates have impacted over 300 victims from a variety of critical infrastructure sectors with affected industries including medical, education, legal, insurance, technology, and manufacturing.” The attackers are also spotted manually disabling and encrypting virtual machines.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) have released a joint Cybersecurity Advisory (CSA) after observing Vice Society threat actors disproportionately targeting the education sector with ransomware attacks.

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 8, 2022

First spotted in mid-August 2022 , Venus is known for hacking into victims’ publicly-exposed Remote Desktop services to encrypt Windows devices. Using hard-to-crack unique passwords to protect sensitive data and accounts, as well as enabling multi-factor authentication. Encrypting sensitive data wherever possible.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 11, 2023

Implement strong data encryption. Data encryption is fundamental for protecting sensitive information in alternative asset trading. Industry-standard algorithms for encryption can ensure all data, in transit and at rest, is safe. Prioritize continuous threat detection.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Implement strong password policies and multi-factor authentication to prevent unauthorized access. Encrypt sensitive data and maintain regular, secure backups to ensure data integrity and availability, even in the event of system failures or cyber attacks. •Robust access control. Comprehensive monitoring. Backup strategies.

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Responsible Cyber

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

This breach highlighted the need for robust vendor risk management practices and reinforced the necessity of multi-factor authentication to safeguard sensitive information. Many vendors failed to implement robust security protocols, such as advanced encryption techniques, multi-factor authentication, and continuous monitoring.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 5, 2023

Enable Two-Factor Authentication: T wo-Factor Authentication (2FA) adds an extra layer of security by requiring you to provide an additional verification code, typically sent to your mobile device, when logging into an account. Utilize Encryption: Encrypting your data helps ensure that it remains secure during transmission.

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Duo's Security Blog

JANUARY 27, 2022

Not all multi-factor authentication (MFA) solutions are equal. For a two-factor authentication solution, that may include hidden costs, such as upfront, capital, licensing, support, maintenance, and operating costs. Estimate and plan for how much it will cost to deploy multi-factor authentication to all of your apps and users.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

The 2025 edition, themed Together for a Better Internet, is a call to action for public and private sector entities, educators, and individuals to join forces to build a secure and equitable digital future. At a time when technology is integral to our lives, SID has never been more relevant. With an estimated 5.8

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SecureWorld News

JULY 8, 2024

Businesses must ensure that they are using robust encryption methods to store passwords and encourage end-users to adopt strong, unique passwords for their accounts. Additionally, implementing multi-factor authentication (MFA) can add an extra layer of security, making it harder for attackers to gain unauthorized access. "The

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JANUARY 31, 2025

Learn why these modern security practices are essential for safer, stronger authentication. 2025 must be the year we adopt modern security practices, such as passkeys, phishing-resistant 2FA, and password managers, to ensure safer, stronger authentication for everyone. Passwordless authentication. So, whats the alternative?

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Security Affairs

APRIL 21, 2024

The Akira ransomware has been active since March 2023, the threat actors behind the malware claim to have already hacked multiple organizations in multiple industries, including education, finance, and real estate. The Akira ransomware operators implement a double extortion model by exfiltrating victims’ data before encrypting it.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Go Beyond FIDO Standards: Best Practices When Deploying FIDO Security Keys in Enterprise madhav Thu, 02/20/2025 - 06:22 Initially designed for the consumer market, the FIDO (Fast IDentity Online) standard aims to replace passwords with more secure authentication methods for online services. While recent versions, like FIDO2.1, standard (i.e.,

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JANUARY 28, 2020

An extension of the celebration for Data Protection Day in Europe, Data Privacy Day functions as the signature event of the National Cyber Security Centre’s ongoing education and awareness efforts surrounding online privacy. Encryption. An organization’s digital security strategy would not be complete without encryption.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Cyber Security Awareness Month – Answering Google’s Most Commonly Asked Questions madhav Wed, 10/18/2023 - 05:25 This month is Cyber Security Awareness Month , highlighting how far security education needs to go in order to enable a secure interconnected world. Encryption What is encryption?

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Security Affairs

APRIL 26, 2024

In particular, ransomware, which encrypts users’ data and demands a cryptocurrency ransom for their release or to avoid a dataleak, is becoming increasingly prevalent, causing financial and operational damage to individuals and businesses worldwide. Education improves awareness” is his slogan.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Lock things down Having a strict policy to protect your important assets with strong passwords and multi-factor authentication (MFA) should be a no-brainer. Very important files and documents can be encrypted or stored in password protected folders to keep them safe from prying eyes. Both can be used to protect your network.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 8, 2023

All enterprises need to have more observability and control over how encryption is managed across their systems, and ensuring that all applications leverage the best possible cryptography is a key aspect of improving cybersecurity posture,” said Nadia Carlsten, Vice President of Product at SandboxAQ. A broad range of U.S.

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