SecureWorld News

JANUARY 12, 2025

A 2022 PwC study found that 59% of directors admitted their board is not very effective in understanding the drivers and impacts of cyber risks for their organization, emphasizing the critical role of board members in these moments. Reporting Requirements: Ransomware Incidents: Must be reported within 24 hours of detection.

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Joseph Steinberg

JANUARY 18, 2024

Securing Success: The Crucial Role of a Cybersecurity Specialist in a Growing Business Human society is increasingly dependent on computer systems and the data housed and utilized within IT (information technology) infrastructure. There is simply too much to know, too much to do, and too many developments with which to keep up.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 2, 2025

Healthcare cybersecurity is undergoing explosive growth, reflecting both escalating threats and urgent investments to protect patient data and systems. According to a new report, the global healthcare cybersecurity market was valued at US $21.25 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $82.90 billion by 2033, at a robust 18.55% CAGR.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 25, 2020

Thus the urgency for organizations to put all excuses aside and embrace stricter cyber hygiene practices could not be any higher. It’s a very good thing that the cybersecurity industry has been innovating apace, as well. Cybersecurity technology is far more advanced today than it was five years ago, or even two years ago.

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Jane Frankland

OCTOBER 25, 2024

As cybersecurity matures, the concept of resilience has taken on new dimensions, at least according to Commvault’s CEO, Sanjay Mirchandani. A scenario where you could face any looming cyber crisis knowing that you’d emerge unscathed. As ITDMs, CISOs and cyber risk owners this is our dream scenario, and he got me thinking.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 24, 2024

In a time when cyber threats are growing more sophisticated and pervasive, a new report by SecurityScorecard and KPMG LLP sheds light on critical cybersecurity vulnerabilities facing the U.S. Titled " A Quantitative Analysis of Cyber Risks in the U.S. energy sector.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 15, 2024

Recent research shows that human error can account for 95% of all cybersecurity incidents. What’s more shocking is that only one-third of all companies offer cybersecurity awareness training for their employees. The post Human Error – An Overlooked Aspect of Cyber Risk appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 24, 2025

Plus, the EUs DORA cyber rules for banks go into effect. And get the latest on ransomware trends; CIS Benchmarks; and data privacy. By prioritizing cybersecurity and mitigating risks, organizations can safeguard their investments in AI and support responsible innovation, the 28-page report reads.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 16, 2025

This article delves deeper into the challenges faced by the oil and gas industry, highlighting practical strategies to safeguard critical infrastructure through cybersecurity, data analytics, and regulatory compliance. To ensure energy security and economic stability, protecting the infrastructure is essential.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 12, 2023

A look back at the cybersecurity landscape in 2023 rings all-too familiar: cyber threats rapidly evolved and scaled up , just as they have, year-to-year, for the past 20 years. Eyal Benishti , CEO, IRONSCALES Benishti Generative AI (GenAI) reshaped cybersecurity in 2023. Here is part one of three groupings. This is folly.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 28, 2023

Cybersecurity is no longer just a technical issue; it's a strategic business enabler. A study by PwC found that 52% of companies made significant progress in improving customer trust over the past three years through strengthened cybersecurity practices. It's also about using cybersecurity to gain a competitive edge.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 30, 2025

Yet when it comes to cybersecurity, SMBs face a uniquely daunting landscape: growing threat volumes, limited budgets, and a shortage of specialized expertise. Strategic Advisor & vCISO, Sentinel Technologies; and moderator Dave Malcom , President & CEO, Malcom Risk Advisors.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

For example, a policy may have a sub-limit on ransomware payments, or it may exclude coverage for certain types of cyberattacks. Third, cyber risks are constantly evolving, and insurance companies may not be able to keep up. This means that there may be some cyber risks that are not covered by your policy.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 7, 2025

Check out best practices for shoring up data security and reducing cyber risk. And get the latest on cyber scams; zero-day vulnerabilities; and critical infrastructure security. 1 - CSA: How to boost data security and reduce cyber risk Risk assessment gaps. Siloed cyber tools. Misaligned priorities.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Cyberrisk is business risk. We hear this at SecureWorld cybersecurity conferences on a regular basis. But how should we communicate this risk to the business, to clients, or to investors? However, we were most interested in seeing how Accenture articulated a particular business risk: the risk from a cyberattack.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 13, 2024

The Mexican Drug Cartels Want You Casio: Notice of Partial Service Outage and Information Leak Caused by Ransomware Attack He founded a “startup” to access sanctioned Russian websites: the cyber police of Khmelnytskyi region exposed the hacker Hacked ‘AI Girlfriend’ Data Shows Prompts Describing Child Sexual Abuse Malware Over 300,000!

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 12, 2021

Federal Reserve Chairman Statement on Cyber Risk. There are cyber attacks every day on, on all major institutions. Cybersecurity continues to rise in prominence. SecureWorld has frequently commented on cybersecurity's rise to prominence during the last decade. Will we need that following the pandemic?

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 22, 2025

Are you ready to deepen your cybersecurity knowledge and take your skills to the next level? AI Unleashed: Cybersecurity Strategies for an Autonomous Future Instructor: Larry Wilson, CISSP, CISA, Sr. But as AI becomes more embedded in our systems, it also introduces unique challenges to cybersecurity.

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Tech Republic Security

APRIL 22, 2024

There’s no standard set of rules or even language for mitigating cyber risk used to address the growing threats of hackers, ransomware and stolen data, and the threat to data only continues to grow. President Barack Obama recognized the cyber threat in 2013, which led to his.

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Adam Levin

MARCH 17, 2022

Phishing emails are the most common vector for attacks on corporate networks, especially in ransomware and business email compromise (BEC) campaigns; anything that involves large groups of employees to continuously send updated file attachments or links to a reply-all list or an individual, creates cybersecurity issues.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 30, 2023

Seasoned CISOs/CSOs understand the importance of effectively communicating cyber risk and the need for investment in cybersecurity defense to the board of directors. To ensure cybersecurity becomes a strategic part of the corporate culture, it is crucial for CISOs to present the topic in a clear, concise, and compelling manner.

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IT Security Guru

JUNE 17, 2024

Financial Costs The immediate financial impact of a ransomware attack includes the ransom payment (should a company choose to pay), which can be substantial. Beyond the ransom itself, businesses also face costs related to system restoration, increased cybersecurity measures, potential legal fees, and fines for regulatory non-compliance.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

IT services provider Sopra Steria estimates that a recent ransomware attack will have a financial impact ranging between €40M and €50M. At the end of October, French IT outsourcer Sopra Steria has been hit by a ransomware attack. The Group’s insurance coverage for cyber risks totals €30 million.” Pierluigi Paganini.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 23, 2021

The National Institute of Standards and Technology, renowned shortly as NIST has published some ransomware guidelines that need to be followed by organizations that are concerned about ransomware attacks. . The post Ransomware Guidelines published by NIST appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders. And those are-. .

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

The tool will be rolled out in a testing phase to help the educational institutes in accessing the robustness of their cybersecurity measures. Dubbed as ‘Cyber Secure’ tool and launched by the Department of Education (DfE) the program to make schools cyber threat free will be rolled out in major cities on an initial note.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 25, 2021

Ransomware. Ransomware. Ransomware. It seems to be in every headline and on every cybersecurity professional's mind. As ransomware attacks have spiked in the last year, a common theme for many organizations is that the attack was the result of failed cybersecurity. Should ransomware payments be banned?

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 27, 2020

REvil ransomware operators claimed to have breached another healthcare organization, the victim is Valley Health Systems. During this period, due to the ongoing COVID19 pandemic, these structures are under pressure and more exposed to cyber risks. SecurityAffairs – hacking, REvil ransomware). Pierluigi Paganini.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

A large provider of IT services in the EU is the latest example that cyber risk is business risk. Sopra Steria IT company hit with Ryuk Ransomware. Like too many organizations around the globe, the IT company is remediating a Ryuk Ransomware attack. Ryuk ransomware recovery could cost $60 million.

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Jane Frankland

MAY 8, 2024

So where does AI stand in the realm of cybersecurity, and how can we leverage it for protection rather than harm? From the potential benefits of using AI to detect and prevent cyberattacks, to the ethical concerns surrounding its use in cybersecurity, I’ll be covering a wide range of topics.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

A new joint Cybersecurity Advisory, co-authored by leading cybersecurity agencies from the United States, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom, details the vulnerabilities malicious actors routinely exploited in 2023. The request allows a cyber actor to take full control of a system.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 3, 2023

Malicious online actors grow ever more sophisticated, making cybersecurity as big a concern for everyday consumers as it ever has been. At the start of 2023, consumers remain out in the cold when it comes to online protection. Related: Leveraging employees as human sensors.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 26, 2023

As we do every year, we’re reading the Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report for 2023 with respect for the service they provide to the cybersecurity and cyber risk community with this massive effort in data gathering and interpretation, and admiration for the clarity (and humor!) of their presentation.

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BH Consulting

JANUARY 30, 2025

Curated advice, guidance, learning and trends in cybersecurity and privacy, as chosen by our consultants. Cyber risk remains top of mind for business leaders A regular January fixture, the World Economic Forums Global Risk Report 2025 features two technology-related threats among the top five risks for the year ahead and beyond.

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The Security Ledger

MAY 25, 2022

about his firm’s discovery of a string of critical security flaws in an autonomous medical robot, TUG, that is already deployed in hundreds of clinical settings and the growing issue of medical device insecurity and cyber risks to healthcare. Robots Driving Cyber Risk. Read the whole entry. »

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Hacker Combat

JUNE 2, 2022

ransomware to conduct the cyber-attack, the hackers threaten to expose stolen files unless the company pays a ransom. The ransomware gang demanded over $34 million in bitcoin to be paid as ransom. How to Recognize a Ransomware Attack. How to Prevent Ransomware Attacks. using the LockBit 2.0

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Centraleyes

MARCH 13, 2025

New York, the city that never sleeps, is also the city that takes cybersecurity very seriously. If you’re part of the financial services ecosystem hereor interact with businesses regulated by the New York State Department of Financial Servicesyouve likely come across the NYDFS Cybersecurity Regulation.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Their top areas of concern include cybersecurity risk (58%), information security risk (53%) and compliance risk (39%). In fact, all of their other concerns—malware, stolen data, phishing, ransomware and misconfiguration of cloud services—include an element of human error and/or malice.

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