The Security Ledger

AUGUST 7, 2024

The FBI will host an event exploring agricultural cyber risks in Omaha, Nebraska amid growing concerns of cyber attacks on US agriculture as farms embrace precision agriculture. The post At Nebraska Event, FBI Calls Out Cyber Threats To Agriculture appeared first on The Security Ledger with Paul F.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 5, 2023

In today’s digital age, companies face an ever-increasing number of cyber threats. The reality is that no organization is immune to cyber attacks, regardless of its size or industry. This can put significant pressure on team members and make it difficult to keep up with the constantly evolving threat landscape.

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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.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Central government employees of India will receive a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) on Cyber Attacks by this month and suggesting measures to take before a cyber attack and steps to mitigate risks, if in case, an organization becomes a victim to a digital attack.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 29, 2023

Here’s what you should know about the risks, what aviation is doing to address those risks, and how to overcome them. It is difficult to deny that cyberthreats are a risk to planes. Risks delineated Still, there have been many other incidents since. Fortunately, there are ways to address the risks.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Such a transformation however, comes with its own set of risks. Misleading information has emerged as one of the leading cyber risks in our society, affecting political leaders, nations, and people’s lives, with the COVID-19 pandemic having only made it worse. So, how do organizations prepare against such threats?

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Acohido to share his ideas about the current cyber threat landscape, the biggest threats for businesses today, the role of AI and machine learning in cyberattacks and cyberdefence, and the most effective methods for companies to protect themselves. Erin: What are some of the biggest cyber threats that businesses face today?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

As many businesses transfer their resources to the cloud and the Internet of Things (IoT) becomes more prevalent, threat actors are increasingly interested in exploiting unprotected devices, networks, etc. That is where twinning innovation comes into play to improve cyber security. Digital twins can help assess Cyber threats.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 29, 2021

According to a study made by researchers from Barracuda Networks, hospitals and healthcare organizations are at a greater risk of being cyber attacked in 2022 that is only a couple of days away. Note- A threat group possibly funded by North Korea intelligence was after the vaccine development data of AstraZeneca last year.

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Heimadal Security

JULY 28, 2023

Your heart races as you realize that your sensitive data and personal information may be at risk. You scramble to find a solution to protect yourself and your company from these cyber threats. Enter […] The post DNS Protection: A Must-Have Defense Against Cyber Attacks appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 15, 2022

Microsoft has acquired Miburo, a cyber threat detection firm that can identify and respond to foreign information operations. Already, Microsoft has been reigning in the business of tracking down cyber threats as it has committed itself to offer utmost online safety to its customers.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 21, 2021

More than half of the mobile phones being operated in United Kingdom are at a risk of exploitation from hackers, says a survey conducted by Privacy advocacy firm Which? But they never bother about the risks the device poses after it looses the potential to receive updates. What’s more?

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 5, 2022

The top reason, chosen from a proved list of ten, was ‘increased cyber security risks’, followed by the related concern, ‘new and/or increased data privacy regulations’. Cyber security keeps the C-suite up at night and perhaps that’s no surprise. Cyber in a silo? Context of risk.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 23, 2024

A successful attack on a company like Halliburton could have cascading effects, potentially leading to operational delays, financial losses, and increased risk of environmental incidents if systems controlling safety mechanisms are affected. Risk mitigation options are more difficult with OT."

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Responsible Cyber

JULY 13, 2024

Cyber attacks targeting cryptocurrencies can result in significant financial losses and compromised personal information. To safeguard your digital assets, this article will delve into key strategies to protect against various cyber threats. Prevent insider threats with strong access controls and employee monitoring.

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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. This includes requiring vendors to follow strict cybersecurity protocols to reduce the risk of a supply chain-based attack.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 4, 2023

In a time when advancements in technology rule these days, the constant risk of cyber attacks hangs over businesses all over the world. This study highlighted the difficulties Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) encounter during cyber attacks.

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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.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 24, 2021

A recent statement issued by the Summer Olympics Organizer from Japan revealed that the cyber threat to the games event was so intense that the organizing committee had to hire a third party firm that with a dedicated team of 200 Cybersecurity specialists helped thwart over 500 million or half a billion cyber attacks.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 26, 2024

In a statement, Perry Cooper, spokesperson for the Port of Seattle, emphasized that while the exact intentions of the attackers remain unclear, the primary focus is on restoring impacted systems and ensuring the safety and security of airport operations. The CISO panel—the opening keynote on Day 2—features Maggie Amato , Sr.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 23, 2022

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is taking steps to crack down on insufficient cyber risk reporting. Related : Making third-party risk audits actionable. Worryingly, threats are beginning to outpace organizations’ ability to effectively prevent and respond to them.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 24, 2022

Canada’s Global Affairs department has suffered a cyber attack that disrupted its operations to the core and information is out that Russia is being suspected behind the attack. The post Cyber Attack on Canada Foreign Affairs department appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 26, 2021

Speaking at a virtual conference held at Queen’s University, Belfast and citing the example of the recent SolarWinds hack and Microsoft Exchange Server cyber attack, Ms Cameron asked for a change in the thinking of boardroom and asked them to invest smartly on threat monitoring solutions proactively.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 24, 2022

The risks of sabotage and cyber attacks is high now that Norway is now the largest supplier of gas to Europe. In a speech illustrating the threats to the industry, Støre cited the case of the arrests of seven Russians in Norway involved in the incidents in which drones were flown over energy installations in the country.

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Cytelligence

MARCH 3, 2023

As technology continues to advance, so do the risks of cyber attacks. It has become increasingly important for businesses of all sizes to protect themselves from cyber threats. From small businesses to large corporations, no company is safe from a cyber attack.

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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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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 12, 2021

Cyber-attacks are commonly viewed as one of the most severe risks to worldwide security. Cyber-attacks are not the same as they were five years back in aspects of availability and efficiency. The post Use AI to fight AI-powered cyber-attacks appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders. Read full post.

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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.

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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?

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The cyberattack on FNF highlights the growing vulnerability of the real estate industry to cyber threats. FNF's claim of having 'contained' the attack by Nov. "Based on our investigation to date, FNF has determined that an unauthorized third party accessed certain FNF systems and acquired certain credentials.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Chief Financial Officers aka CFOs are ignoring billions of dollars loss incurred through cyber risks and threats, says a survey. Interestingly, over 87% of survey respondents are over-confident that their companies can overcome any level of threats, although their current Cybersecurity posture was never tested to the core.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 6, 2023

This initiative, backed by a substantial $500 million investment, sets forth a series of nation-leading proposed regulations for hospitals, bolstering their defenses against ever-evolving cyber threats. The act mandates risk assessments, incident reporting, and data breach notification procedures.

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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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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 3, 2021

Businesses are venturing into using automated penetration testing to replace or complement their conventional cyber threat assessments. Also called ethical hacking or white hat hacking , pen testing is the simulation of a cyber attack to assess the defenses in the IT landscape (computer systems, applications, networks, etc.)

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 29, 2022

It’s crucial for organizations in the healthcare and public health sector to gain an awareness of their risk apertures and implement the right threat intelligence tools that enable them to quickly identify, mitigate, and prevent cyber attacks.

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The Security Ledger

MAY 2, 2024

Host Paul Roberts speaks with Jim Broome, the CTO and President of MSSP DirectDefense about the evolution of cybersecurity threats and how technologies like AI are reshaping the cybersecurity landscape and the work of defenders and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSP). Read the whole entry. » » Click the icon below to listen.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 19, 2021

Hiscox Cyber Readiness Report 2021 states that most of the German firms are vulnerable to cyber attacks and are topping the list of the study group with a loss tally of $48 million. Researchers who conducted the survey concluded after gauging six key cyber security areas related to people, technology and processes.

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