CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 14, 2022

Because of some vulnerabilities in solar panels and smart devices, security experts state that the Australian Electricity Grid is becoming super vulnerable to cyber attacks. The post Australian electric grid vulnerable to Cyber Attacks via Solar Panels appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

Cyber Attacks 131

Cyber Attacks CSO Manufacturing Cyber threats 131

SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Sometimes when you are down in the cyber attack trees defending your organization, it can be tough to see the cyber threat forest. Understanding how things are shifting in the forest, or overall threat landscape, can help us categorize, strategize, and prioritize our resources. Ransomware. Cyber Espionage.

Cyber threats 106

Cyber threats Insurance Cyber Insurance Ransomware 106

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 16, 2023

Within the next few weeks, the government of the sub-continent is preparing to release an indigenous mobile operating system that has the potential to offer a health competition to American technology giants and will be safe to use in the current cyber threat landscape.

Cyber Attacks 143

Cyber Attacks Mobile Government Password Management 143

The Last Watchdog

JUNE 21, 2020

Ransomware is undoubtedly one of the most unnerving phenomena in the cyber threat landscape. Related: What local government can do to repel ransomware Ransomware came into existence in 1989 as a primitive program dubbed the AIDS Trojan that was spreading via 5.25-inch None of these early threats went pro.

Ransomware 243

Ransomware Hacking Encryption Penetration Testing 243

CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 27, 2021

Gyrodata that offers technology services to mining companies was hit by a ransomware cyberattack early this year. A statement released by the company states that the Gyrodata servers were hit by a file-encrypting malware spread by REvil ransomware group and a portion of data was accessed and stolen by the hacker/s. .

Cyber Attacks 92

Cyber Attacks Ransomware Insurance Cyber threats 92

Security Affairs

JULY 5, 2023

The European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) releases its first cyber threat landscape report for the health sector. The European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) releases today its first cyber threat landscape report for the health sector.

Cyber threats 98

Cyber threats Accountability Ransomware Healthcare 98

Security Boulevard

MARCH 3, 2024

In a landscape where cyber threats loom large, the hunt for cybercriminals intensifies. Today, we’re turning the spotlight on LockBit ransomware attacks and the unprecedented $15 million bounty offered by the U.S. The post LockBit Ransomware Bounty: US Offers $15 Million In Reward appeared first on Security Boulevard.

Ransomware 117

Ransomware Cyber threats Government Cyber Attacks 117

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 10, 2022

Check for leftover artifacts of the threat actors and make sure to remove any malicious files from your network. DarkSide Ransomware Campaign. The DarkSide ransomware group provided Ransomware as a Service (RaaS) to other threat actors. Let's look at DarkSide ransomware attacks in the Picus Threat Library.

Cyber threats 141

Cyber threats Ransomware Risk Architecture 141

CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Second, The Australian Cyber Security Centre( ACSC) has issued a public statement that companies operating in healthcare, food distribution and energy sector are super-vulnerable to sophisticated cyber attacks that could end up in information steal.

Cyber Attacks 96

Cyber Attacks Financial Services Ransomware Backups 96

Digital Shadows

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

State-Backed Tactics Above the Battlefield During the weeks preceding the official invasion of Ukraine, the ReliaQuest Photon Research team observed foreboding signs—among them, military movements along the Ukrainian borders and minor cyber attacks against Ukrainian private and public entities.

Cyber threats 96

Cyber threats Cybercrime Cyber Attacks DDOS 96

Penetration Testing

DECEMBER 5, 2023

As the digital landscape evolves, so does the nature of cyber threats. 2023 witnessed a significant shift in the tactics and approaches of cyber attackers, influenced by global conflicts and advancements in technology.

Cyber threats 86

Cyber threats Penetration Testing Cyber Attacks Technology 86

Security Affairs

DECEMBER 13, 2023

A Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy (JCNSS) warns of the high risk of a catastrophic ransomware attack on the UK government. The British government is accused of failing to mitigate the risk of ransomware attacks. The UK has the dubious distinction of being one of the world’s most cyber-attacked nations.

Ransomware 133

Ransomware Risk Government Cyber threats 133

CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Occasional simulated cyber-attacks are the need of the hour as they help companies and SMBs learn about the current cybersecurity posture they own and how secure their IT assets are against the prevailing threats. The company can also be prepared with a solution, if in case it gets victimized against the cyber attack.

Cyber Attacks 89

Cyber Attacks Manufacturing Healthcare Firewall 89

IT Security Guru

JUNE 17, 2024

Reports suggest annual revenues from ransomware attacks are already in the tens of billions, while some predict ransomware damage costs will exceed $265 billion by 2031. Reports suggest annual revenues from ransomware attacks are already in the tens of billions, while some predict ransomware damage costs will exceed $265 billion by 2031.

Ransomware 137

Ransomware Insurance Risk Backups 137

CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Lindy Cameron, the head of the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has openly announced that Russia launches devastating ransomware attacks on its critical infrastructure. Cameron alerted all the organizations to be well equipped with their defense-line against cyber attacks, especially those of ransomware genre.

Ransomware 108

Ransomware Spyware Cyber Attacks Scams 108

Security Boulevard

APRIL 19, 2022

Experts have warned that the Russia-Ukraine conflict poses an unprecedented cyber risk for U.S. Governments and Municipalities at Risk of Foreign Nation Cyber Attacks appeared first on Security Boulevard. organizations as well as State and local governments and municipalities. The post Local U.S.

Cyber Attacks 130

Cyber Attacks Government Risk Cyber Risk 130

Security Boulevard

JULY 30, 2022

Staying Ahead of the Distortion of a Cyber Attack? Each firewall, IDS, MFA, and email security is built to protect and stop cyber attacks. Given this fact, businesses should note the growing number of security issues and cyber threats. However, do most cybersecurity attacks happen the way it is portrayed?

Cyber Attacks 110

Cyber Attacks Artificial Intelligence Education Cyber Insurance 110

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has issued an alert about a surge in ransomware attacks targeting education institutions. National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), has issued an alert about a surge in ransomware attacks against education institutions. PowerShell) to easily deploy tooling or ransomware.

Education 145

Education Ransomware Antivirus Backups 145

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. Will we also see a wave of ransomware attacks that follow? Time will tell.

Technology 317

Technology Ransomware Software CSO 317

CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

However, as evidenced, the cyber threat group has so far managed to hack into the networks of over 71 organizations from different parts of Asia and, for now, seem to be primarily ignoring firms operating in the west for some specific reason. Fifth is the news related to a report compiled by Kaspersky.

Cyber Attacks 101

Cyber Attacks Government Hacking Ransomware 101

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 27, 2022

A Taiwan-based electronics firm named Delta Electronics was hit by a ransomware attack on January 22nd, 2022, affecting its admin operations to the core. QNAP has already issued a set of instructions to follow on its website for its users and added that the cyber threat only exists for its NAS appliances connected to the internet.

Ransomware 106

Ransomware Cyber Attacks Cyber threats Banking 106

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The July 2024 ransomware attack that hit the City of Columbus, Ohio, exposed the personal and financial data of 500,000 individuals. On July 18, 2024, the City of Columbus, Ohio, suffered a cyber attack that impacted the City’s services. The gang claimed they had stolen databases containing 6.5

Ransomware 116

Ransomware Identity Theft Data breaches Cyber threats 116

Tech Republic Security

APRIL 28, 2022

Cyber attacks will continue to be a threat to businesses, but with Dell Technologies you can have peace of mind that your data and IT assets are secure, protected, and available. The post Safeguard Your Infrastructure from Ransomware and Cyber Threats appeared first on TechRepublic. Over 95%.

Cyber threats 60

Cyber threats Ransomware Cyber Attacks Technology 60

Security Affairs

MAY 17, 2020

Elexon, a middleman in the UK power grid network, recently reported it was hit by a cyber attack. Elexon , a middleman in the UK power grid network, was the victim of a cyber attack, the incident impacted only affected the internal IT network, including the company’s email server, and employee laptops.

Cyber Attacks 108

Cyber Attacks VPN Advertising Cyber threats 108

CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 13, 2022

Ransomware continues to dominate the headlines. executives say ransomware currently poses a “major concern” to their organization. One of the top cyber threats currently affecting companies is called ‘phishing’, in which a threat actor poses as a legitimate business colleague but follows up with a ransomware attack.

Ransomware 131

Ransomware Backups Software CISO 131

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. The year marked a new high in cyber attacks, with a 1% increase... The post Ransomware Surge: 1 in 10 Organizations Targeted Globally in 2023 appeared first on Penetration Testing.

Penetration Testing 82

Penetration Testing Ransomware Cyber threats Cyber Attacks 82

CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 21, 2022

FBI has issued a ransomware attack alert to the agriculture sector in the United States as the current time seems to be the busiest for the said sector. One is because other sectors are following healthy cyber hygiene that is strong to breach.

Ransomware 112

Ransomware Cyber threats Cyber Attacks Encryption 112

CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 24, 2021

Ransomware attacks are taking center stage as Cyber-threats. There is ample evidence that ransomware has become a preferred method of cyber-attack choice by hackers in 2021. … Posted by: Chuck Brooks.

Cybersecurity 130

Cybersecurity Cyber threats Ransomware Cyber Attacks 130

SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The cyberattack on FNF highlights the growing vulnerability of the real estate industry to cyber threats. The ransomware group BlackCat has claimed responsibility for the attack. FNF's claim of having 'contained' the attack by Nov. In an SEC filing on Nov.

Cyber Attacks 97

Cyber Attacks Insurance Ransomware Education 97

IT Security Guru

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

There are many organisations who are doing great work globally to help combat the growing cyber threat, but they largely remain isolated. Greater collaboration with associations and entities in cyber security is the key to being stronger together as an industry when it comes to combatting cybercrime, but how can this be achieved?

Cyber threats 98

Cyber threats Cybercrime Government Education 98

SecureWorld News

AUGUST 20, 2024

As digitalization and automation increasingly define modern rail networks, the need to secure these systems against cyber threats has never been more critical. Many of the cyberattacks we've seen impacting the railroad industry have taken the form of ransomware. Leighton said.

Cyber Attacks 112

Cyber Attacks Technology Cybersecurity Cyber threats 112

Security Boulevard

JULY 17, 2021

The CNA ransomware attack that made the news in March this year has an extension to the story. The insurance giant revealed that the organization suffered a data breach following the ransomware attack. The post 75,000+ Customers Affected in CNA Ransomware Attack appeared first on Kratikal Blogs.

Ransomware 133

Ransomware Insurance Data breaches Cyber Attacks 133

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Cyber Crime Surge: During COVID-19 , cyber crimes shot up by 600%, showing how threats adapt to global changes. Phishing Attacks: Phishing is the top cyber attack, causing 90% of data breaches. Shockingly, 96% of these attacks come through email. Ransomware Attacks: In 2023, a whopping 72.7%

Social Engineering 142

Social Engineering Cyber Attacks Cyber Insurance IoT 142

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 6, 2023

2022 clearly demonstrated that attacks on data represent the greatest cyber-threat organizations face. The attack pace not only continued, it accelerated. Many of these attacks took advantage of known vulnerabilities and security misconfigurations in storage and backup systems.

Backups 136

Backups Ransomware Insurance Cyber Insurance 136

CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 1, 2021

As we have seen concepts like ‘Ransomware-as-a-service’ evolve and grow, it is safe to assume that the use of Deepfakes will only continue to profligate within the industry. The post Deepfake technology and its implications for the future of cyber-attacks appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

Technology 139

Technology Cyber Attacks Social Engineering Media 139

Security Boulevard

MARCH 17, 2021

Cyber attacks are a threat to businesses of all sizes and in all industries. As cyber-attacks become more frequent and advanced, businesses need to be prepared to respond to incidents. Ransomware as a Threat Cybersecurity Venture’s report also highlighted ransomware as a major threat.

Cybercrime 138

Cybercrime Cyber Attacks Ransomware Healthcare 138

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Due to their strategic role, liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminals represent strategic targets of cyber attacks carried out by nation-state actors. Nation-state actors from Russia and China are the biggest cyber threats to homeland security. In 2022, two German oil port terminals were hit by cyber attacks.

Cyber Attacks 144

Cyber Attacks Cyber threats Media Government 144