Digital Shadows

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Editors note: This report was authored by Kimberley Bromley, Hayden Evans, and Joseph Keyes. Today, were proud to present the ReliaQuest Annual Cyber-Threat Report: 2025. Now in its third year, this report offers a close look at the top cyber threats our customers faced throughout 2024.

Threat Reports 59

Threat Reports Cyber threats Phishing Social Engineering 59

Digital Shadows

APRIL 8, 2025

Our insights are relevant across industries, highlighting how these attackers deliberately probe for defense weaknesses and prey on organizations struggling to keep up with the ever-increasing pace of cyber attacks. This allows them to respond freely and advance their attack.

Cyber Attacks 66

Cyber Attacks Phishing Ransomware Accountability 66

Security Affairs

DECEMBER 31, 2023

INC RANSOM ransomware gang claims to have breached Xerox Corp Spotify music converter TuneFab puts users at risk Cyber attacks hit the Assembly of the Republic of Albania and telecom company One Albania Russia-linked APT28 used new malware in a recent phishing campaign Clash of Clans gamers at risk while using third-party app New Version of Meduza (..)

Artificial Intelligence 124

Artificial Intelligence Cyber Attacks Ransomware Malware 124

The Last Watchdog

MAY 20, 2022

Whether you prioritize cybersecurity or not, cybercriminals will always prioritize (their own) profit, as the attacks described in our 2021 Threat Report prove. Cyber attacks are increasing at an alarming rate, and cybercriminals are devising new tactics to achieve their unscrupulous goals nearly on a daily basis.

Marketing 247

Marketing Digital transformation Technology Cybersecurity 247

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

AUGUST 31, 2021

As an increasing amount of critical data gets stored in the cloud, the prospect of cyber-attacks and data breaches rises exponentially. This is evident through the ever-increasing incidents of sophisticated cyber-attacks that result in data breaches costing organizations billions in losses. How do I manage my audits?

Encryption 126

Encryption Data breaches Cyber Attacks Risk 126

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

What would the consequences be if such an event happens were to happen on Black Friday, Cyber Monday, or during the holiday shopping season? Retailers started the century as the prime targets for cyber attackers looking for credit card data. They should consider the following tips: 1. Data Security. More About This Author >.

Retail 127

Retail Cybersecurity Threat Reports Ransomware 127

Security Affairs

APRIL 26, 2020

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Hacking 121

Hacking Advertising Spyware Antivirus 121

Webroot

MARCH 25, 2022

According to the 2022 BrightCloud® Threat Report, medium-sized organizations (21 to 100 licensed PCs) experienced malware infection rates that affected nine PCs on average last year. Whether you have important files stored on your personal or business computers, your data remains at risk.

Backups 132

Backups Small Business Phishing Malware 132

CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Cyber attacks and breaches continue to rise with no end in sight. Organizations continue to invest in technology at a record pace; however still continue to be at risk. With this increased spending the attacks continue at an exponential rate. According to Check Point by mid-year cyber attacks have risen 42% globally.

Phishing 134

Phishing Mobile Ransomware Technology 134

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 3, 2019

With more and more organizations embracing digital transformation and accelerating their pace to digitize every piece of information, they become increasingly vulnerable to sophisticated cyber-attacks and data breaches. How is data stored and used: What are the risks and how to mitigate? To Sum It Up.

Digital transformation 104

Digital transformation Encryption Data breaches Big data 104

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JANUARY 24, 2022

This trend is demonstrated in the latest Thales Data Threat Report 2021 ; 55% of the survey respondents reported that more than 40% of their data now resides in a cloud platform. However, with technology innovation comes new risks, security challenges and threats. And here’s the tricky part.

Data privacy 127

Data privacy Data breaches Social Engineering Technology 127

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.

Antivirus 125

Antivirus Education Cyber threats Phishing 125

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JUNE 12, 2019

And as our 2019 Thales Data Threat Report – Europe Edition recently revealed, many of these businesses become extremely vulnerable during digital transformation, with those in Europe being no different. European businesses are increasingly at risk of cyberattacks if security attitudes don’t change.

Digital transformation 102

Digital transformation Cybersecurity Encryption Threat Reports 102

Security Affairs

MARCH 17, 2023

Many businesses concentrate their cybersecurity efforts solely on external attacks, which leaves more openings for internal risks. Unquestionably, ‘insider threats’ is one of the most neglected aspects of cybersecurity. Overall, insider threats are becoming a more significant threat.

Social Engineering 98

Social Engineering Risk Technology Engineering 98

Jane Frankland

APRIL 28, 2022

It’s a roller coaster of a time to lead, as CIOs, CISOs and CTOs are having to deal with more users, data, devices, technologies, connectivity, mobility, regulations, risks, and threats than they care to. Cyber risks top worldwide business concerns in 2022. The digital skills gap comes at a cost. million per year.

CISO 130

CISO Mobile Technology Risk 130

SecureWorld News

JUNE 29, 2023

However, as reliance on mobile technology grows, so does the risk of cyber threats targeting these devices. A recent surge in sophisticated attacks against mobile devices has raised concerns among cybersecurity experts. The report sheds light on the escalating threat landscape faced by mobile-powered businesses.

Mobile 98

Mobile IoT Social Engineering Phishing 98

eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 9, 2023

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Risk 104

Risk Penetration Testing Small Business Software 104

McAfee

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Our MDR service with DXC Technology provides 24/7 critical alert monitoring, managed threat hunting, advanced investigations, and threat disruption 365 days a year. Cloud Risk & Adoption Report: Work-from-Home Edition. Government’s FedRAMP High JAB P-ATO Designation. To support today’s U.S. Learn more here.

Cyber threats 94

Cyber threats InfoSec Big data Architecture 94

The Security Ledger

MAY 2, 2024

Jim and I talk about the findings of DirectDefense’s latest Security Operations Threat Report and dig into the intriguing ways artificial intelligence (AI) is shaping both cyberattack and defense automation strategies.

Cyber threats 52

Cyber threats Artificial Intelligence Threat Reports Technology 52

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 22, 2024

Counting Down to the EU NIS2 Directive madhav Thu, 05/23/2024 - 05:16 Our recently released 2024 Data Threat Report showed a direct correlation between compliance and cyber security outcomes. 84% of organizations that failed a compliance audit reported having a data breach in their history. Cybersecurity risk management.

Marketing 62

Marketing Data breaches Risk Authentication 62

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

AUGUST 31, 2022

However, all this attention from cyber criminals, as well as regulators and governments, has produced an extremely resilient industry with some of the best cyber security practices of any sector. Malware and ransomware attacks increase. Download the full 2022 Thales Data Threat Report, Financial Services Edition now.

Financial Services 62

Financial Services Cybersecurity Computers and Electronics Banking 62

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 10, 2023

Yet, the heart of retail operations - point-of-sale (POS) devices - are constantly on the radar of scammers, and when it comes to digital interactions, the retail sector is ranked as one of the most vulnerable industries to cyber-attacks. Want to dive deeper into the current state of cybersecurity threat environment?

Retail 71

Retail Cybersecurity Ransomware Authentication 71

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Today, at the dawn of the 4th industrial revolution, manufacturers of all kinds are a tempting and vulnerable high-value target for threat actors because of their high intrinsic worth and the dangers of economic harm from supply chain disruptions. Many devastating full-scale cyber attacks started from a simple user error.

Manufacturing 71

Manufacturing Cyber threats Encryption IoT 71

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 30, 2023

The essential overlooked step of enforcement of email authentication protocols is a big reason why phishing emails remain the root cause of the overwhelming majority of cyber attacks and fraud. A real reduction in impersonated emails will only happen when customers push the financial consequences of impersonation onto their vendors.

Authentication 100

Authentication Phishing Encryption Marketing 100

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

APRIL 3, 2024

The 2023 Thales Data Threat Report – Financial Edition outlines some of the major threats faced today, from dealing with multi-cloud environments, to encryption management, ransomware and even good, old fashioned human error.

Digital transformation 62

Digital transformation Data breaches Encryption Insurance 62

Security Boulevard

AUGUST 6, 2024

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DNS 69

DNS Malware Social Engineering Software 69

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Double extortion ransomware is a growing type of cyber-attack in which a victim’s sensitive data is first stolen, and then encrypted, giving the criminal the option of demanding two separate ransom payments. These methods provide significant security risks for businesses of all sizes. What is Double Extortion Ransomware?

Ransomware 71

Ransomware Encryption Backups Cyber Insurance 71

Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Threat Intelligence Report Date: September 4, 2024 Prepared by: David Brunsdon, Threat Intelligence - Security Engineer, HYAS Malware, short for malicious software, refers to any software designed to harm, exploit or otherwise compromise the functionality and security of computers, networks and devices.

Malware 59

Malware Spyware Software Encryption 59

CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

A survey taken up by CrowdStrike has confirmed that there would probably be an increase in cyber attacks from North Korea as the nation is struggling with economic crisis and food shortage in the nation because of the corona-virus pandemic.

Cyber Attacks 104

Cyber Attacks Healthcare Cryptocurrency Ransomware 104

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

AUGUST 3, 2021

Protecting Medical Data Against a Cyber-Attack Pandemic. Cyber criminals are always eager to take advantage of emergencies to further launch their nefarious actions. Besides dealing with the public health pandemic, healthcare providers must deal with another pandemic: cyber-attacks. An expanding attack surface.

Cyber Attacks 87

Cyber Attacks Healthcare IoT Encryption 87

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

AUGUST 3, 2021

Protecting Medical Data Against a Cyber-Attack Pandemic. Cyber criminals are always eager to take advantage of emergencies to further launch their nefarious actions. Besides dealing with the public health pandemic, healthcare providers must deal with another pandemic: cyber-attacks. An expanding attack surface.

Cyber Attacks 71

Cyber Attacks Healthcare IoT Encryption 71

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 29, 2023

Then It Got Weird PWN2OWN TORONTO 2023 – DAY FOUR RESULTS Intelligence and Information Warfare Measures taken following the unprecedented cyber-attack on the ICC Philippine military ordered to stop using artificial intelligence apps due to security risks Chinese Scammers Use Fake Loan Apps for Money Laundering Former NSA Employee Pleads Guilty (..)

Data breaches 125

Data breaches Artificial Intelligence DDOS Malware 125

Security Boulevard

MARCH 31, 2021

Ransomware may be targeting Microsoft’s Hafnium Exchange Server vulnerabilities The Ransomware, called DoejoCrypt or DearCry, appears to be the latest threat associated with not patching the Hafnium Exchange Server vulnerabilities. Microsoft Exchange exploit a possible factor in $50M ransomware attack on Acer.

Energy and Utilities 122

Energy and Utilities Ransomware Hacking Banking 122

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The 2023 Thales Data Threat Report Critical Infrastructure Edition , which includes responses from 365 security leaders and practitioners within critical infrastructure organizations, serves as a fine reminder of the requirement to embed security into the culture of every organization and individual.

Energy and Utilities 77

Energy and Utilities Cybersecurity Ransomware Technology 77

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 20, 2017

is the next generation technology, one-up fraud prevention method, addressing online and mobile in-app transactions where significant growth is expected, since it places emphasis on risk scoring transactions rather than on consumer authentication for every transaction. Three-Domain Secure (3DS) 2.0 The emphasis on securing platforms.

Retail 83

Retail Marketing Mobile Technology 83

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 9, 2022

However, even after the Colonial Pipeline attack, less than half of businesses (48%) have a formal ransomware plan according to the 2022 Thales Data Threat Report. In addition, the report found that one in five businesses have paid or would pay a ransom to get their data. Planning and preparation are essential.

Cyber Insurance 71

Cyber Insurance Insurance Backups Ransomware 71

Security Boulevard

AUGUST 12, 2024

Educate Employees on Potential Threats: Raise awareness among employees about the risks of accessing unauthorized or suspicious domains, including those related to gaming services like Playit.gg. By implementing these measures, organizations can significantly reduce the risk of malware using the ply.gg

DNS 64

DNS Malware Accountability Network Security 64