Jane Frankland

MAY 3, 2025

Allegedly orchestrated by the same group known as Scattered Spider, these attacks highlight the significant challenges even the most respected and established brands face in defending against modern cyber threats. Then, the focus of cyber attacks on retailers, and what lessons must be learned by business leaders and customers.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 29, 2022

Yes, one lapse on a spam email, one inadequate password, one abandoned account, or a malfunctioning asset can cause havoc. . In fact, in the cybersecurity world, you can’t protect something if you have no idea where the threat exists. . .

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 23, 2021

The challenge of embracing digital transformation while also quelling the accompanying cyber risks has never been greater for small- and mid-sized businesses. There’s a glut of innovative security solutions, to be sure, and no shortage of security frameworks designed to help companies mitigate cyber risks.

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Jane Frankland

APRIL 15, 2025

The hard truth is that technology alone cant fix the root causes of cyber risk. Whether its a mis-click on a phishing email, poor password management, acting on a deepfake, or a misconfiguration, human error accounts for most breaches. These are challenges that require more than just a flashy new tool to overcome.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Additionally, quantum computers could speed up the zero-day exploit discovery process, password cracking, and AI-driven cyberattacks. Quantum-powered cybersecurity solutions also present significant opportunities, specifically when looking at threat detection and intrusion response.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 4, 2021

While Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems are beneficial to organizations due to their simplicity of gathering all administration data into one place, they are also a tremendous cyber risk. While it is at an elevated risk for cyber threats, ERP security is often overlooked. Invest in technology.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 2, 2019

Small and midsize businesses — so-called SMBs — face an acute risk of sustaining a crippling cyberattack. This appears to be even more true today than it was when I began writing about business cyber risks at USA TODAY more than a decade ago. That practice improves a threat actor’s chances for success on several levels.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 10, 2020

A 2018 Cisco Cybersecurity Special Report found that 54 % of all cyber attacks cost the target company more than $0.5 Related : SMBs are ill-equipped to deal with cyber threats Without a cohesive cybersecurity framework, SMBs are falling further behind as digital transformation, or DX, ramps up. That’s our goal.”

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Security Affairs

MARCH 24, 2024

surfaces in the threat landscape Pokemon Company resets some users’ passwords Ukraine cyber police arrested crooks selling 100 million compromised accounts New AcidPour wiper targets Linux x86 devices. Is it a Russia’s weapon? Players hacked during the matches of Apex Legends Global Series.

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The Security Ledger

MAY 2, 2024

The post Spotlight Podcast: How AI Is Reshaping The Cyber Threat Landscape. DirectDefense’s 2024 Security Operations Threat Report All that history gives Jim a unique perspective on the current state of cyber security, which we talk about in this Security Ledger Spotlight Podcast. Read the whole entry. »

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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. For instance, financially-motivated threat actors often plant in malicious URLs spoofing these events to fraudulent sites, hoping to maximize their chances of scamming naive internet users for a quick (illicit) profit.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 3, 2023

As we rely increasingly on digital technologies for our work, communication, entertainment, and education, we also expose ourselves to more and more cyber risks. But how much do we know about the cyber threats we face daily? We all have a role in protecting our data, devices, and online identities from cyber threats.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 10, 2025

Why are AI insider threats so hard to detect The most alarming aspect of AI-driven insider threats is how seamlessly they blend into legitimate workflows. Unlike traditional cyber threats that often exhibit clear signs of malicious intent, AI-powered attacks can mimic routine user behavior with precision.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Tens of thousands of applications that are critical to the operations of data centers around the globe are exposed to the internet, with many secured with default factory passwords, posing a significant cyber risk to enterprises worldwide. Default passwords protected these data centers.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 30, 2024

This alleged attack on Ticketmaster is an unpleasant reminder that no organization is immune from cyber threats. Customers can protect themselves by changing passwords and monitoring their accounts, although this may be fruitless if the attackers still have access or if there is no breach in the first place."

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SecureWorld News

MAY 2, 2025

The healthcare sector faces an unprecedented wave of cyber threats, which in turn is fueling record growth in cybersecurity spending. Regulatory and compliance pressures: Regulators have taken note of healthcare's cyber risks, and new rules are forcing the issue. The market's expected ris e to $82.9

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SecureWorld News

MAY 29, 2024

The manufacturing sector faces an increasingly daunting cyber threat landscape that puts production operations, intellectual property, and entire supply chains at risk. Unfortunately, most service providers rely on a single username and password across all systems, granting access to both current and former employees.

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Hot for Security

MAY 25, 2021

However, the increased exposure to cyber risks is not limited just to the remote-working population. Adapting to digital trends and keeping up with the latest cyber threats, vulnerabilities and attacks will safeguard personal and financial information from threat actors.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

TIE leverages machine learning to predict adversarial behaviors based on real-world cyber threat intelligence , helping you stay one step ahead of attackers,” reads a Tenable LinkedIn post. Segment networks and use the least-privilege principle to limit the risk from compromised IoT devices.

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Adam Levin

AUGUST 21, 2019

It is creating a culture of cyber threat awareness and best practices. Make sure employees know what good password practices look like. Talk about computer-hygiene practices, and commonsense defenses against the threat of insider attacks. By now, we should expect to be seeing puppet shows on the dangers of phishing.

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Spinone

APRIL 13, 2020

In this cyber security guide , we’ll help you to learn more about risks and cyber security best practices for remote work. Cyber Risks of Remote Work For many organizations, the global coronavirus epidemic played a significant role in their decision to let employees work out of office.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Even the smallest business can become a target for cybercrime, with cyber threats increasingly affecting organizations of all sizes. Are you prepared to defend against the rising tide of cyber threats? Lack of Awareness Many small business owners remain unaware of the specific cyber risks targeting their businesses.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 7, 2022

These algorithms will be able to learn and adapt to changing patterns in cyber threats, allowing them to detect and respond to attacks in real time. This will put even more pressure on businesses to find and hire the talent they need to protect themselves from cyber threats.

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The Security Ledger

JANUARY 8, 2021

In this episode of the podcast (#199), sponsored by LastPass , we’re joined by Barry McMahon, a Senior Global Product Marketing Manager at LogMeIn, to talk about data from that company that weighs the security impact of poor password policies and what a “passwordless” future might look like. It’s Not The Passwords…But How We Use Them.

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Centraleyes

MARCH 3, 2025

Email addresses or usernames combined with passwords or security questions. This change accounts for modern cyber threats such as phishing, malware, or insider threats. The Attorney General found that EyeMed had inadequate safeguards for password management and data retention.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 12, 2021

Automated security risk assessments can be a good way to take your cybersecurity defenses to the next level and make your organization more efficient at the same time. Components of Security Risk Assessments. Password protocols. Failure to meet appropriate compliance and data privacy rules can cause more than cyber risks.

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Pen Test Partners

JANUARY 23, 2025

Introduction Cyber threats arent just a problem for large shipping organizations, small maritime fleet operators are also at risk. Anything from phishing emails to ransomware attacks, these threats can disrupt operations and compromise critical systems. They request that you pay a ransom to regain access.

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BH Consulting

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Creeping cyber risk grabbing global headlines The World Economic Forum’s latest Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2024 gives senior leaders a high-level overview of cybersecurity trends. Cyber attacks featured in the top five risks for the year ahead, along with factors like extreme weather and the cost of living crisis.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 26, 2018

VoIP phishing and impersonation also victimized millions of corporate employees across the world , contributing to an even greater cyber threat. Cloud security success and choosing the right investments is all about having a clear understanding of threat types and their resulting damages.

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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. By facilitating a seamless and frictionless access experience, IAM solutions adeptly optimize workforce productivity while upholding stringent security protocols.

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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”). To protect against LummaC2, we recommend several key actions.

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BH Consulting

JULY 13, 2023

The 51-page report goes into detail on the threat landscape, risks to key sectors and supply chain risks. MORE ‘Password’ and ‘game’ in the same sentence? Curated advice, guidance, learning and trends in cybersecurity and privacy, as chosen by our consultants. See if yours passes the test.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JUNE 26, 2023

An expanding and more complex business risk environment More than ever, small businesses need support to overcome the ripple effects of geopolitical tensions, climate crisis, and financial recession. MFA means you need to provide more than just a password to log in. Strong access control through MFA 2.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

AUGUST 22, 2024

IAM solutions have emerged as linchpins in mitigating cyber risks, ensuring that only authorized individuals can access sensitive systems and data. By facilitating a seamless and frictionless access experience, IAM solutions adeptly optimize workforce productivity while upholding stringent security protocols.

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Spinone

MAY 8, 2020

Coupled with the current pandemic and the cybersecurity threats that have been very prevalent and growing in recent years such as ransomware, there are many different cyber risk types n 2020 that your business needs to prepare for. What are the types of cyber security threats? First of all, what is a cyberattack?

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Pen Test Partners

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

This includes evaluating navigation systems, communication channels, and operational technologies to identify vulnerabilities that could be exploited by cyber threats. Testing satellite communications (SATCOM) and VSAT terminals for weak passwords, outdated software, and poor configuration.

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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Weak passwords and developer misconfigurations consistently lead to source code leaks from third-party repositories, even at large companies with robust security programs, such as Nissan North America. Good practitioners also know to begin rotating all cryptographic keys, passwords and API keys, an undertaking which can take days to months.

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