CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

London based Giant Group has confirmed that its IT infrastructure was suffering repercussions gained through a cyber attack on September 24th,2021 and all its phone, email and other payroll related servers were facing digital disruption.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 7, 2022

A sophisticated cyber attack has reportedly disrupted the services of NHS UK’s telephone based medical service 111 number severely delaying response to medical emergencies. Although the ambulance services were being restored via backups, patients are still witnessing long delays in dispatch of ambulances.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 19, 2023

News is out that social security numbers of nearly 35,000 users were leaked in a cyber attack that could have emerged from a credential stuffing campaign launched by a state funded actor. According to the update provided by a source from PayPal, the attack took place on December 6 and was identified at the end of last month.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 23, 2024

As small businesses increasingly depend on digital technologies to operate and grow, the risks associated with cyber threats also escalate. Many cyber attacks exploit vulnerabilities in outdated software. Regular backups ensure that businesses can recover quickly from ransomware attacks or other data loss incidents.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Knowing what Information Technology (IT) hardware exists is a good place to start (servers, laptops, desktops, tablets, etc.). As technology and threats evolve, so must the security organization. which supplies ultra-sensitive, portable marijuana breathalyzer technology. •Create an asset inventory.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 13, 2023

The Phishing email attack took place in the year 2021 and the Museum of Gloucester that identified the unauthorized intrusion is still being affected by the cyber incident. Acronis, the backup software developer and supplier, has downplayed the twitter speculations that its servers were compromised by a cyber-attack.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

If you’re wondering how to protect your small business against a cyber attack, you’re not alone. Almost 60% of cyber attack victims are small businesses, and within two years of the first attack, the likelihood that a small business will experience another is approximately 28%. A Step-by-Step Guide to Mitigation.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 18, 2021

Note- On March 15th, 2021 BPS released a press statement that its Information Technology infrastructure was targeted by hackers disrupting services related to teaching and administration to a certain extent.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 25, 2024

The new attack vectors that spin out of this chase entice cyber adversaries to continually iterate and improve upon tried-and-true cyber attack tools and techniques, with the goal of gaining unauthorized network access. Since the agent had not been vetted, it inflicted the same damage as malware would have.

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IT Security Guru

JUNE 13, 2024

This is an urgent notice to inform you that your data has been compromised, and we have secured a backup.” This note is followed by instructions to contact the attackers via Telegram to negotiate the return of their data. When it comes to protecting GitHub data, it is crucial to understand who is responsible for creating backup.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 30, 2023

DCAP can be seen as an intelligent security instrument that provides off-the-shelf data protection technologies, implementing a new approach to solving an important and necessary task. By removing unused data, the company not only reduces the potential attack surface but also offloads server storage. In particular.

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IT Security Guru

JULY 4, 2024

Understanding Cybersecurity Cybersecurity involves protecting internet-connected systems, including hardware, software, and data, from cyber-attacks. Cyber threats can lead to significant financial losses , damage to reputation and have serious legal consequences.

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Spinone

MAY 14, 2020

Even with a single data breach or data loss event, the ROI of backup and cloud disaster recovery software proves to be well worth the cost. Why are backups critically important to your business continuity? Let’s look at the cost of a data breach and calculate the ROI of backup and disaster recovery software solutions.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 21, 2021

In July, the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has released the Ransomware Readiness Assessment (RRA) , a new ransomware self-assessment security audit tool for the agency’s Cyber Security Evaluation Tool ( CSET ).RRA Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Joseph Steinberg

JANUARY 18, 2024

Cybersecurity measures, including robust encryption, secure authentication protocols, and regular security audits, can, of course, be utilized as part of a formidable defense against unauthorized access – but no security technologies should be deployed ad-hoc; security must be well planned and implemented carefully.

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Joseph Steinberg

JANUARY 18, 2024

Cybersecurity measures, including robust encryption, secure authentication protocols, and regular security audits, can, of course, be utilized as part of a formidable defense against unauthorized access – but no security technologies should be deployed ad-hoc; security must be well planned and implemented carefully.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 3, 2023

TG Soft ‘s CRAM researchers had the chance to test their Heuristic Behavioral technologies to combat even the variants of this family type of Ransomware attacks. The few files encrypted in the initial phase of the attack can be recovered/restored through the RECOVERY & RESTORE tools of Vir.IT

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Webroot

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Research from Deloitte found that 91% of all cyber attacks begin with a phishing email. For added safety, products Webroot Premium will protect you from identity theft and keep your personal and financial data out of the hands of cyber thieves. Consider using a service like Carbonite , which offers encrypted cloud backup.

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Security Affairs

MAY 16, 2023

French electronics manufacturer Lacroix Group shut down three plants after a cyber attack, experts believe it was the victim of a ransomware attack. The French electronics manufacturer Lacroix Group shut down three facilities in France, Germany, and Tunisia in response to a cyber attack. We are in the final!

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

Small businesses are more vulnerable to cyber-attacks since hackers view them as easy victims to target. While this may seem unlikely, statistics reveal that more than half of these businesses experienced some form of cyber-attack in 2022. They also have a limited budget to spend on effective cyber security measures.

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Security Affairs

JULY 3, 2023

Whether it’s due to accidental deletion, hardware failure, cyber-attacks, or natural disasters, the loss of valuable data can have devastating impacts on an organization. Without adequate backups, the data they house can be lost forever. Cyber Attacks: Cyber-attacks are another cause of data loss.

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IT Security Guru

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Hybrid work models and broadly adopted cloud technology create highly dispersed environments that assist bad actors in remaining covered in the shadow and accomplishing malicious acts against businesses of any size and sector. The predictions are on their side, as more intense and frequent cyber attacks will drive up costs by 15% per year.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 31, 2023

A supply chain attack rendered two ambulance trusts incapable of accessing electronic patient records in the UK. Instead, the attack was aimed at a third-party technology provider used by both the South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS) and the South Western Ambulance Service (SWASFT). Create and test offline backups.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 27, 2020

The cyber attack took place on October 28 and disrupted services at the UVM Medical Center and affiliated facilities. A month later, the University of Vermont Medical Center was continuing to recover from the cyber attack that paralyzed the systems at the Burlington hospital.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Micheal Dell, the CEO and founder of Dell Technologies said that corporate companies can easily prevent ransomware attacks by going for a layered security approach. Dell serves its customers with a secure development life cycle assisted by supply chain initiatives like new backup software and managed security services.

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Cisco Security

AUGUST 11, 2021

In this session, Matt and Wendy gave their hot takes on five critical points related to responding to and preventing pesky cyber breaches and incidents. Backups… Let’s Get This Out of the Way. Most importantly, if backups are online, they have a higher chance of being susceptible to malware and other cyber-attacks.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2024

Choosing the right technology partners Selecting technology partners who understand the unique security challenges that nonprofits can face is crucial. These basic steps of upholding basic cyber hygiene are often low-cost or free and form the first line of defense against cyber threats.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

In our increasingly digital world, where technology permeates every aspect of our lives, cyber-security awareness has become an indispensable skill. With cyber threats on the rise, it is cru-cial for individuals and organizations to prioritize their online safety.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Backup and disaster recovery procedures ensure that data is always available. Backup and Disaster Recovery: Data backup and disaster recovery plans assure data availability and business continuity in the event of data loss or service failures. Employee training increases understanding of optimal practices.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 13, 2022

Step 3: Use backup and disaster recovery (BDR) software to restore systems and data from backups taken before the network was infected by ransomware. Step 4: Review all the facts surrounding the ransomware attack to figure out how it started so you can begin to put additional preventive measures in place. Endpoint Protection.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

To this end, some impressive technology has been created to combat the technological side of the issue, to keep hackers and similar bad actors from accessing data and account privileges they shouldn’t. However, the technological side of cybersecurity is no longer the weakest link in a company’s proverbial chain. Individuals.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 6, 2023

Lapsus$ was responsible for a destructive run of cyber attacks in early 2022, hitting some high-profile tech companies. Conti Around 20% of attacks in early 2022 were from Conti, the group behind the 2021 Irish health services attack. But make sure you manage the encryption keys well.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

This is the gist of a new report titled " A New Age of Disaster Recovery Planning for SMEs " (download required) produced by MIT Technology Review Insights and sponsored by OVHcloud. Here are some of the highlights and key findings from the 19-page report. SMEs are becoming more frequent targets of cyberattacks.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Cyber incidents pose a threat to the stability of the global financial system. The digital transformation initiatives have shifted the technology landscape and introduced new threats and risks. Malign actors are using cyber capabilities to steal from, disrupt, or otherwise threaten financial institutions, investors and the public.”.

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Chicago CyberSecurity Training

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Today, businesses are either fully immersed in technology or rapidly heading in that direction, and the legal industry is no exception. With access to vast amounts of sensitive data, law practices are attractive (and lucrative) targets for cyber thieves. The High Cost of Ignorance Ignorance is not bliss when it comes to cybersecurity.

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Responsible Cyber

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Image Source: AI Generated Recent data breaches have exposed sensitive information from millions of customers across healthcare, financial services, and technology sectors. Major Third-Party Breaches of 2024 The first quarter of 2024 witnessed unprecedented cyber attacks targeting major organizations through their third-party relationships.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 9, 2022

This demonstrates that there are still some businesses that have not learned the lessons of the Colonial Pipeline attack and listened to what security experts and the U.S. government is recommending to ensure the operations of Critical National Infrastructure are not affected by ransomware attacks.

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