Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

ReliaQuest recently completed a thorough analysis of customer incident data and scoured cybercriminal forums to identify threat actors’ top tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) from August 1 to October 31, 2024 (“the reporting period”). This rise is largely driven by financially motivated threat actors looking to maximize their profits.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 12, 2025

Its a cyber attack where scammers impersonate legitimate organizations or trusted individuals to steal sensitive information like passwords, financial data, or access credentials. Todays phishing scams are sophisticated, tailored for you, and often indistinguishable from real communications. And theyre getting better at it.

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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. Educate employees on cybersecurity: Real estate companies should educate their end-users about cybersecurity threats and best practices.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 10, 2018

Security firm Group-IB has estimated that in H2 2017-H1 2018 cyber attacks caused $49.4 Group-IB, an international company that specializes in preventing cyber attacks, has estimated that in H2 2017-H1 2018 cyber attacks caused $49.4 million (2.96 billion rubles) of damage to Russia’s financial sector.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 17, 2025

People frequently fall for scams, phishing, and other attacks due to a lack of awareness, trust in seemingly legitimate sources, or simple human error. Despite the growing sophistication of cyber-attacks, simple and seemingly outdated methods can still be highly effective. Victims can be easily deceived or manipulated.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Cyber threats are no longer just the occasional virus or suspicious email. Phishing scams, ransomware attacks, data breaches, and identity theft are part of a growing list of online dangers that are a daily reality. Because in a world where cyber threats never rest, neither do we.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 17, 2024

While no details were provided about the potential perpetrators, the scam highlights how threat actors exploit the authority of government agencies to trick victims into complying with illicit demands. As artificial intelligence capabilities advance, the threat of highly convincing impersonations increases.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

If you've been hoping that cyber attacks were on the decline, brace yourself for a reality check: 2023 was an unprecedented year in cyber threats. We witnessed more than 10 billion attacks , shattering previous records.

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Hacker Combat

AUGUST 21, 2020

Based on recent Phishing records , almost 90 percent of companies have encountered spear phishing attacks. So, by now, you must have realized how crucial it is to learn how to avoid phishing scams online. Using a virtual private network tunnel will shield your data from malware and other unwanted cyber threats.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Cameron alerted all the organizations to be well equipped with their defense-line against cyber attacks, especially those of ransomware genre. In this summer, a dip in the launch of cyber attacks was observed.

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Digital Shadows

JANUARY 27, 2025

Key Findings 2024 was the year cyber threats got quicker. Cyber attackers really picked up the pace, executing faster, more efficient breaches that pushed traditional defenses to their limits. The success of these help-desk scams hinges on the abuse of standard IT practices, particularly remote management sessions.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 25, 2022

And the funding will come from the available Aus$500 million financial help related to Digital Capability Fund meant to bolster the state’s current cyber capabilities of intelligence exchange, prevention, detection and response to cyber threats.

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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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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 4, 2022

As cyber threats and risks to technology and sensitive data proliferate widespread, the dissemination of cybersecurity information and best practices through educational awareness activities is critical for organizations and citizens on a worldwide scale to make informed decisions in their daily lives and protect themselves online.

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SecureBlitz

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

In 2020, cyberattacks witnessed an unprecedented increase, targeting many industries, from phishing scams to system hacks exploiting vulnerable endpoints and weak network security. This surge in cyber threats has far-reaching […] The post 2024 Cybersecurity: The Rise of CyberAttacks appeared first on SecureBlitz Cybersecurity.

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Webroot

MAY 6, 2024

As we navigate through 2024, the cyber threat landscape continues to evolve, bringing new challenges for both businesses and individual consumers. The latest OpenText Threat Report provides insight into these changes, offering vital insights that help us prepare and protect ourselves against emerging threats.

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Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Cyber threat actors, with varying resources and motivations, are highly interested in these eye-catching events too. Scams could present themselves in many forms. In short, plenty of threat actors are interested in this sort of event. VIPs and executives can also be impersonated to conduct social engineering attacks.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Retailers are becoming more vulnerable to cyber threats, especially as the industry continues to digitize and more e-commerce businesses emerge. More technology being used to increase operational efficiency means retailers face a higher risk of cyber incidents.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 24, 2024

Cybersecurity US holds conference on military AI use with dozens of allies to determine ‘responsible’ use DFSA’s Cyber Risk Management Guidelines: A Blueprint for Cyber Resilience?

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Very often, holidays and high-profile events are an excellent opportunity for malicious cyber actors to try to make some money, or to lay the groundwork for a future cyberattack. Cybersecurity experts are warning of increased cyber threats ahead of Super Bowl LVII, set to take place on February 5, 2023.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

As a matter of fact, the most-reported crime in the 2021 Internet Crime Report report was phishing , a social engineering scam wherein the victim receives a deceptive message from someone in an attempt to get the victim to reveal personal information or account credentials or to trick them into downloading malware.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Sadly, they can also make our personal data more vulnerable to cyber threats. Its theme is Secure Our World , and its mission is to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and showcase some of the easy ways we can all become more cyber resilient. In one recent data breach, 2.9

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Security Affairs

APRIL 5, 2023

The CISA ‘s Joint Cyber Defense Collective (JCDC) initiative is going to build operation plans for protecting and responding to cyber threats. What comes to mind when you think of cyber criminals? Systemic Risk Cybercrime is a broad-reaching threat relevant to both individuals and organizations.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Let’s Talk About COVID-19 Scams. Learn how to recognize and avoid COVID-19 scams. #8. Healthcare Company UHS a Victim of Major Cyber Attack. Fortune 500 healthcare provider Universal Health Services (UHS) appears to be the victim of a major ransomware attack. #3. And was it a DDoS Attack? Massive U.S.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

For a deeper dive into the current state of cyber security, you can refer to this State of Cyber Security Report , which offers valuable insights into evolving threats and the banking sector’s response. Why Banks Need Cyber Security Banks are some of the most vulnerable institutions when it comes to cyber threats.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 21, 2020

Ransomware is undoubtedly one of the most unnerving phenomena in the cyber threat landscape. This quirk made the attack look more trustworthy and added a layer of flexibility to these scams. WannaCry and NotPetya cyber-attacks have since been attributed to state-funded threat actors. inch diskettes.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 3, 2022

The CRI study noted five major cyber threats: Social engineering and phishing attacks that gain entrance to networks via scam emails with malicious attachments or links. Fileless attacks that take over legitimate system tools. Fileless attacks that take over legitimate system tools. Ransomware.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 1, 2023

The role of cybersecurity in financial institutions is very vital as the number and severity of cyber threats continues to rise by each day. Online banking phishing scams have advanced constantly. Financial institutions must prioritize cybersecurity measures to protect themselves and their customers from cyber-attacks.

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Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

ReliaQuest recently completed a thorough analysis of customer incident data and scoured cybercriminal forums to identify threat actors’ top tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) from August 1 to October 31, 2024 (“the reporting period”). This rise is largely driven by financially motivated threat actors looking to maximize their profits.

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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.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 6, 2020

Cyber threats now command the corporate sector’s full attention. Corporate consultancy PwC’s recent poll of 1,600 CEOs worldwide found that cyber attacks are now considered the top hinderance to corporate performance, followed by the shortage of skilled workers and the inability to keep up with rapid tech advances.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 16, 2022

Cyber attackers, fraudsters, and hackers target both small-scale, midsized, and large online ecom enterprises. . . However, the multitude of cyber threats, along with a massive cost to address cyber-crimes, would be enough to scare you from quitting. . Encryption treats. Authentication frauds.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

How email-based cyber attacks work. Email-based attacks are not a new problem. For example, some of the most notorious email-related cyber attacks of the 1990s came through the propagation of the Melissa virus. Understanding email cyber attack strategies.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Cybersecurity Awareness Month draws to a close only days after the full moon, reminding us that spooky season may be fading, but cyber vigilance remains essential. Like the shadows that envelop Halloween night, cyber threats often lurk unnoticed, waiting to spook the unprepared.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

About 90% of cyber attacks begin with a phishing email, text or malicious link, so training users not to click on anything they’re not sure about could have the highest return on investment (ROI) of any prevention technique — if those training efforts are successful and reinforced. This will help improve your data privacy too.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 22, 2021

Phishing is a specific type of cyber attack through which hackers and scammers use email to trick you. It’s part of a broader cyber attack called “social engineering” that includes other avenues like phone calls, text messages, and even impersonating people in real life. Through phishing. What’s phishing again?”

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Cytelligence

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Ransomware attacks, where hackers encrypt critical data and demand a ransom for its release, have become alarmingly common. In addition, Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, Business Email Compromise (BEC), and phishing scams continue to pose significant threats.

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