Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

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% The cost of these attacks could hit $265 billion annually by 2031. of organizations faced ransomware.

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The Hacker News

JULY 6, 2023

As technology advances and organizations become more reliant on data, the risks associated with data breaches and cyber-attacks also increase. The introduction of data privacy laws, such as the GDPR, has made it mandatory for organizations to disclose breaches of personal data to those affected.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

AUGUST 30, 2023

The bright side of data privacy compliance: 5 value-driven opportunities for retailers madhav Thu, 08/31/2023 - 05:20 Failing to keep up with data privacy legislations, such as General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) can harm a brand’s bottom-line and public reputation.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 17, 2024

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free for you in your email box. Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

With a proliferation of cyber-attacks throughout the pandemic, data-centric security has been pushed to the forefront of many organizations’ cybersecurity strategy. Even companies with mature security programs are vulnerable to breach, and since data is a valuable asset, it is crucial to properly protect it.

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BH Consulting

JANUARY 30, 2025

2024’s top attacks: a look back Vast quantities of personal data, stolen and sold to malicious actors or extortionists, characterised many cyber attacks in 2024. Big themes from the year included rising attacks against healthcare providers and incidents reflecting geopolitical tensions.

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Herjavec Group

JANUARY 27, 2022

January 28th is Data Privacy Day, an international effort to empower individuals and support businesses in the endeavor to respect privacy, safeguard data, and enable trust. This year, the National Cybersecurity Alliance has extended the data privacy campaign to be a week-long initiative.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

A cyberattack crippled the IT infrastructure of the City of Saint John Hundreds of female sports stars and celebrities have their naked photos and videos leaked online Romanians arrested for running underground malware services Threat actor shared a list of 49,577 IPs vulnerable Fortinet VPNs Computer Security and Data Privacy, the perfect alliance (..)

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Cisco Security

JUNE 30, 2022

Insider cyber-attacks are among the fastest growing threats in the modern security network, an increasingly common cause of data breaches. Using their authorized access, employees are intentionally or inadvertently causing harm by stealing, exposing, or destroying sensitive company data. Everyone is an insider .

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 4, 2022

How much do they trust industries to keep their sensitive data secure? How do cyber attacks impact them, and how are they protected? The 2022 Thales Consumer Digital Trust Index data , based on an Opinium survey conducted in 11 countries with more than 21K participants, attempts to answer these questions.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 20, 2024

The art of detecting subtle anomalies, predicting emergent vulnerabilities and remediating novel cyber-attacks is becoming more refined, day by day. LW: How much potential does GenAI and LLL to be a difference maker in cybersecurity? LW: How do you expect the adoption curve of Context AI to play out, moving forward?

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Joseph Steinberg

JANUARY 18, 2024

The financial implications of a successful cyber attack can be catastrophic. The costs associated with data breaches, system disruptions, and the aftermath of cyber incidents can quickly escalate. Mitigating Financial Risks Cybersecurity is an integral part of risk management for businesses.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 31, 2021

Organizations around the world must fulfill an increasing number of regulatory requirements including NIST, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS) and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) as well as federal and state data breach laws.

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Joseph Steinberg

JANUARY 18, 2024

The financial implications of a successful cyber attack can be catastrophic. The costs associated with data breaches, system disruptions, and the aftermath of cyber incidents can quickly escalate. Mitigating Financial Risks Cybersecurity is an integral part of risk management for businesses.

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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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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 28, 2022

.–( BUSINESS WIRE )– Keyavi Data Corp. , These “Best Practices for Keeping Data Private” explain why MFA remains one of the best defenses for mitigating password risk and preventing cyber criminals from exploiting user credentials. For more tips on securing data, visit [link]. million per incident.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 14, 2021

Applying data and digital governance across the organization for a rapid response to disruptions. Building in security through automated data privacy compliance and zero trust access . Digital resilience is not complete without data privacy protection. Automate PII Protection for Built-In Compliance.

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IT Security Central

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Massive data breaches like Equifax, Marriott, and many, many more are chalked up to being yet another part of the modern life. […]. Despite the steady drumbeat of hacks that are reported on a nearly weekly basis, it is safe to say that cybersecurity is still far from a “top of mind issue” for most people.

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ZoneAlarm

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Following a series of major data breaches in Australia, the government is undertaking a significant overhaul of its cyber security rules. During a meeting with industry leaders, Prime Minister … The post Australia Implements Stronger Cyber Security Measures Against Threats appeared first on ZoneAlarm Security Blog.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated, integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into cybersecurity is more than a passing trend — it’s a groundbreaking shift in protecting our digital assets. As cyber-attacks grow increasingly complex, leveraging AI becomes crucial for staying ahead of emerging threats.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 11, 2025

Cross-border data transfers enable global business but face challenges from varying cybersecurity laws, increasing risks of cyberattacks and data breaches. Attackers exploit weak links in international data exchange systems to compromise critical infrastructure and access sensitive information.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

Threats are also growing, with 40 percent of data breaches involving stolen credentials, according to the 2022 Verizon Data Breach Investigation Report. As technology continues to advance and digital interactions multiply, the importance and prevalence of digital identities will also expand.

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The Security Ledger

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Security researchers have uncovered a three-year cyber attack on a Russian oil company that appeared at first glance to be state-sponsored, but later was found to be the work of cyber criminals seeking financial gain. Read the whole entry. » Citizens, Companies.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 26, 2024

CDK Global, a leading provider of software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions for the automotive industry, recently fell victim to a significant data breach. Data protection regulations – The breach may prompt calls for stricter data protection regulations specific to the automotive industry.

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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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The Security Ledger

APRIL 27, 2021

In this episode of the podcast (#212), Brandon Hoffman, the CISO of Intel 471 joins us to discuss that company’s latest report that looks at China’s diversified marketplace for stolen data and stolen identities. Data leaks, data breaches and data dumps are so common these days that they don’t even attract that much attention.

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Herjavec Group

DECEMBER 16, 2020

More than half of data breaches over the past year involved insider threats. This includes employees who have unintentionally allowed a breach because of bad cybersecurity hygiene. US states like Maine and Nevada have already passed a state data privacy law or have it scheduled for 2021. Insider Threat .

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Centraleyes

JULY 8, 2024

Graham Cluley Blog Graham Cluley’s blog is a trusted source for cybersecurity insights, covering a wide range of topics including data breaches, malware threats, and compliance issues. It uncovers the motives, trends, and tactics behind cyber attacks. Krebs’ blog goes beyond headlines.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

In its annual Data Breach Investigations Report , published at the beginning of 2013, Verizon revealed that businesses with fewer than 100 employees made up the single largest group of victims of data breaches. Perhaps the single biggest and most dangerous change in threats came in the world of malware delivery.

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Centraleyes

APRIL 8, 2024

High-profile data breaches have made data protection and privacy a hot subject. Hackers use more sophisticated methods to break network defenses and steal sensitive data on a large scale. Malicious actors target personal data because of its value. The consequences of data breaches go beyond financial impact.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 7, 2024

An effective GRC model can help to increase efficiency and productivity, reduce non-compliance, protect data, limit wasted resources, and enable improved sharing of information across the organization. Improved cybersecurity to protect both company and client data.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

These ensure that only authorized individuals have access to essential systems, thus lowering the risk of data breaches and unauthorized activity. Increase Trust in Data Privacy & Compliance Strong security controls can help firms protect sensitive data and comply with standards like GDPR and HIPAA.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 22, 2024

IAM solutions have emerged as linchpins in mitigating cyber risks, ensuring that only authorized individuals can access sensitive systems and data. IAM solutions have emerged as linchpins in mitigating cyber risks, ensuring that only authorized individuals can access sensitive systems and data.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

With this in mind, providing easy access to data for everyone (customers, partners, employees) and securing sensitive data has to be a priority. Protecting sensitive data is the last line of defense.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 6, 2023

The platform’s threat intelligence feeds are constantly updated so it can identify and respond to the most recent cyber attacks, including zero-day vulnerabilities. Features Uses advanced machine learning techniques to detect and prevent emerging email threats, including zero-day attacks.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 20, 2023

Increase consumer trust with reliable security while avoiding negative publicity from data breaches. Achieve compliance with data privacy laws and other regulations. Given that a data breach can cost in the millions, almost any good IT security pays for itself. How Much Do Vulnerability Assessments Cost?

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Data Breaches How they occur: Unauthorized access to sensitive data can happen as a result of vulnerabilities and misconfigurations such as flawed access permissions or unprotected data and instances. By shortening the period between patch release and implementation, the opportunity for cyber attacks is reduced.

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