SecureWorld News

AUGUST 5, 2024

Today, Critical Start released its second annual Cyber Risk Landscape Peer Report, which explores concerns and challenges around cyber risk mitigation for enterprises. Most notably, the report uncovered that 86% of cybersecurity professionals' top concern is unknown cyber risks versus known threats.

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Centraleyes

MARCH 20, 2025

Supply Chain Risk Monitoring: A financial services firm tracked vendor vulnerabilities through a visualization platform, flagging suppliers with outdated software. Dashboards and risk matrices provide security teams with a clear understanding of vulnerabilities, their potential impacts, and the progress of mitigation efforts.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 11, 2023

Although such automated tools help to cut down cyber risks, they also create complex visibility hiccups because of a shortage for the trained workforce. Latest attack on Classification Society DNV software stands as a best example.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities, phishing, malware attacks, and exploring and exploiting unpatched software issues were being employed by the hacking groups funded by the Xi Jinping led nation. The post China is targeting smaller nations with Cyber Attacks appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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Jane Frankland

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

When data breaches escalate, cyber-attacks grow more sophisticated, nation states ramp up their digital warfare, and regulations tighten the noose, staying ahead isnt just an optionits your only line of defence. For CISOs and cyber risk owners, this isnt just a riskits a gamble no one can afford to take.

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Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Phishing often serves as the gateway to cyber attacks, opening the door to impactful follow-on activity like malware and ransomware deployment or access to internal networks, ultimately causing substantial financial losses. This rise is largely driven by financially motivated threat actors looking to maximize their profits.

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The Security Ledger

MAY 4, 2021

In this episode of the podcast (#213): Molly Jahn of DARPA and University of Wisconsin joins us to talk about the growing cyber risk to the Food and Agriculture sector, as industry consolidation and precision agriculture combine to increase the chances of cyber disruption of food production. Read the whole entry. »

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 27, 2021

A report this month from the Government Accountability Office (GAO) found that the number of companies seeking cyber insurance coverage has steadily risen since 2016 and that insurers are increasing the prices of their policies and lowering their coverage limits as the number of cyberattacks rise. In addition, the U.S.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 25, 2024

The unknown hackers were able to breach the council's networks and deploy malicious software, causing widespread disruption. Due to the attack, thousands of street lamps remained illuminated throughout the day, wasting significant energy and money. One of the most visible impacts was on the city's street lighting system.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 17, 2022

However, that IT department often does not have the investment it requires, so holes in their security leave them vulnerable to attacks — from viruses to hackers to phishing. These attacks often begin with an email with links or attachments that seem benign but give the hacker access to a single system followed by the network.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

What’s mortifying about the report is that 58% of respondents predict they will again become a target of a sophisticated cyber attack, but are not in a position to defend themselves because of budget constraints. The post High demand for breached cloud account credentials appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 2, 2025

Check out best practices, recommendations and insights on protecting your cloud environments, OT systems, software development processes and more. Maintain a comprehensive asset inventory, and keep software updated and patched. SBOMs purpose is to provide granular visibility into all software components in your environment.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 1, 2019

First, there’s a tool called the Rapid Cyber Risk Scorecard. NormShield, the Vienna, VA-based, cybersecurity firm that supplies this service, recently ran scores for all of the 26 declared presidential candidates — and found the average cyber risk score to be B+.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 27, 2021

NASA audit: work from home greatly increases attack surface. The audit proves what we've heard from many security leaders during our SecureWorld Remote Sessions : the pandemic and work from home have greatly increased the cyber attack surface and attack attempts.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 17, 2021

Pearson, a London based e-textbook publishing firm that supplies software to Schools and Universities has been slapped with a fine of $1 million for misleading investors about a 2018 data breach that witnessed siphoning of millions of student records by hackers. web-based software that helps in keeping a track of student academic performance.

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Centraleyes

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Cyber risk mitigation is an ongoing process that aims to reduce the impact of cyber threats on your organization. It encompasses various strategies and tools designed to safeguard your systems and data from potential attacks. Detection: Monitoring systems to identify potential breaches or anomalies.

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Centraleyes

AUGUST 8, 2024

In today’s digital age, cybersecurity is a central pillar of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC). But why is this so crucial, and why is there a burgeoning market for specialized cyber risk management tools and platforms? In this article, we’ll explore some of the best cyber risk management tools on the market.

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The Security Ledger

AUGUST 15, 2022

» Related Stories Feel Good Ukraine Tractor Story Highlights Ag Cyber Risk DEF CON: Security Holes in Deere, Case IH Shine Spotlight on Agriculture Cyber Risk Cyber Attack Halts Production at Ag Equipment Maker AGCO Fendt. Read the whole entry. »

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The Security Ledger

AUGUST 15, 2022

» Related Stories Feel Good Ukraine Tractor Story Highlights Ag Cyber Risk DEF CON: Security Holes in Deere, Case IH Shine Spotlight on Agriculture Cyber Risk Cyber Attack Halts Production at Ag Equipment Maker AGCO Fendt. Read the whole entry. »

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 11, 2025

As cyber attacks continue to grow in frequency and sophistication, they are significantly outpacing traditional defenses, targeting executives across both the digital and physical world. In 2024, the average cost of a data breach reached $4.88

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The Security Ledger

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Related Stories Spotlight: How Secrets Sprawl Undermines Software Supply Chain Security Episode 227: What’s Fueling Cyber Attacks on Agriculture ? This quiet little soldier of the open source software world, we now know, has a glaring security hole in it that allows remote code execution on affected systems. .

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 13, 2025

Hence, it is evident that artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the cybersecurity industry by providing quicker, more accurate, and more efficient ways to detect cyber attacks. Preventing bots: Bots are automated software programs that are used to carry out services like web indexing and customer support.

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The Security Ledger

JUNE 24, 2021

A coordinated cyber attack on U.S. How likely is such an attack? I case you’ve been living under a rock for the last year, let’s review: attacks on critical infrastructure are a thing. Episode 158: How NotPetya has Insurers grappling with Systemic Cyber Risk. The consequences of any attack on the U.S.

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Centraleyes

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

What is an OT Cyber Risk Framework? An OT Cyber Risk Framework is a structured approach designed to identify, assess, manage, and mitigate cybersecurity risks in Operational Technology environments. Assessing the potential impact of cyber threats on critical industrial systems.

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The Security Ledger

JANUARY 3, 2019

Let's be clear: the natural gas explosions that rocked the Merrimack Valley north of Boston in September weren't the result of a cyber attack. Unfortunately: well known vulnerabilities affecting the security of remote sensors and industrial control system software mean they easily could have been. . Read the whole entry. »

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 23, 2021

The challenge of embracing digital transformation while also quelling the accompanying cyber risks has never been greater for small- and mid-sized businesses. To boost productivity, they must leverage cloud infrastructure and participate in agile software development. Related: How ‘PAM’ improves authentication.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 10, 2020

A 2018 Cisco Cybersecurity Special Report found that 54 % of all cyber attacks cost the target company more than $0.5 However, smaller companies rarely have the IT talent, tools, or budget to prevent such attacks. million — damages that would crush most SMBs. Each connection needs to be authenticated and privileges enforced.

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The Security Ledger

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Curtis and I discuss the growing cyber risks posed by Internet of Things devices within enterprise networks. Curtis and I discuss the growing cyber risks posed by Internet of Things devices within enterprise networks. Read the whole entry. » » Click the icon below to listen.

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Hacker Combat

JUNE 2, 2022

ransomware to conduct the cyber-attack, the hackers threaten to expose stolen files unless the company pays a ransom. Employees should undergo frequent cyber security awareness programs to keep them up to date on the latest cyber risks and how to recognize an attack in its early stages. using the LockBit 2.0

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Tens of thousands of applications that are critical to the operations of data centers around the globe are exposed to the internet, with many secured with default factory passwords, posing a significant cyber risk to enterprises worldwide. Growing Presence of DCIM Software. Public-Facing Software a Threat.

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Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Phishing often serves as the gateway to cyber attacks, opening the door to impactful follow-on activity like malware and ransomware deployment or access to internal networks, ultimately causing substantial financial losses. This rise is largely driven by financially motivated threat actors looking to maximize their profits.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 19, 2022

“This CISA Insights is intended to ensure that senior leaders at every organization in the United States are aware of critical cyber risks and take urgent, near-term steps to reduce the likelihood and impact of a potentially damaging compromise. Kitsoft’s infrastructure was also damaged during the cyber attack.”

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Centraleyes

MAY 28, 2024

Cyberattacks associated with software supply chain vulnerabilities have highlighted the significance of third-party solid risk management strategies. How to Choose the Right TPRM Tools Selecting the best third-party risk management software requires careful consideration of features, compatibility, pricing, and user feedback.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 3, 2022

A public facing database, an open port, or a cloud instance running vulnerable software are all critical but ultimately avoidable risks. As the complexity of corporate networks keeps growing, all the companies need to have complete visibility over their attack surface.” Expectations for Security Breaches Run High .

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Security Affairs

APRIL 5, 2023

For some, a cyber criminal matches some of the Hollywood tropes: a person sitting alone in a dimly lit room, furiously mashing on a keyboard to steal information from a person or company. To address this gap, the JCDC is planning proactive measures for future cyber risks.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Malign actors are using cyber capabilities to steal from, disrupt, or otherwise threaten financial institutions, investors and the public.”. To address the escalating cyber risks, the Hong Kong Association of Banks (HKAB) developed and published guidelines for Secure Tertiary Data Backup (STDB).

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Spinone

APRIL 13, 2020

The cyber security aspect of working from home is extremely important, as cyber attacks are on the rise. In this cyber security guide , we’ll help you to learn more about risks and cyber security best practices for remote work. There are various cyber risks for your data.

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