SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Key findings: the cyber threat landscape in 2025 1. Ransomware and state-sponsored attacks continue to escalate Canada's critical sectorsincluding healthcare, energy, education, and retailhave become prime targets for cybercriminals. Education: Budget constraints make institutions a low-hanging fruit for cybercriminals.

InfoSec 69

InfoSec Energy and Utilities Cybersecurity Education 69

The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Organizations face rising risks of AI-driven social engineering and personal device breaches. The growing sophistication of cyber threats demands robust identity assurance solutions that include multifactor authentication, risk monitoring and adaptive verification collectively forming multi-factor verification (MFV.)

Risk 173

Risk Threat Detection Technology Phishing 173

Webroot

JANUARY 19, 2022

Through a series of effective delivery modules, SAT provides employees with relevant information and knowledge on topics like social engineering, malware, compliance and information security. Simply put, this type of training empowers your team to remain vigilant against cyber scams or attacks that prey on human error.

Security Awareness 119

Security Awareness Education Phishing Social Engineering 119

Security Boulevard

MARCH 17, 2025

In reality, many of the most successful breaches stem from simple tactics like phishing emails, social engineering, and exploiting basic security misconfigurations. Human error and susceptibility to social engineering tactics continue to be significant vulnerabilities in cybersecurity, accounting for a majority of compromises.

Cybersecurity 52

Cybersecurity Social Engineering Scams Engineering 52

CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 16, 2023

Latest email security trends Phishing and spear-phishing attacks: Phishing is a type of social engineering attack where cybercriminals use deceptive emails to trick recipients into divulging sensitive information or downloading malware. These attacks often rely on social engineering tactics and email spoofing.

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Cyber threats Phishing Encryption Small Business 124

Hacker's King

OCTOBER 26, 2024

Cybersecurity Week is a global initiative that brings together various stakeholders—government agencies, educational institutions, and private companies—to promote understanding and awareness of cybersecurity issues. These sessions not only educate participants but also foster a sense of community among those invested in cybersecurity.

Cybersecurity 59

Cybersecurity Cyber threats Education Passwords 59

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

. • Malicious intent or manipulation: AI chatbots can be exploited to spread misinformation, execute social engineering attacks or launch phishing. Such manipulation can harm user trust, tarnish brand reputation and have broader social consequences. Machine learning helps AI chatbots adapt to and prevent new cyber threats.

Cybersecurity 273

Cybersecurity Penetration Testing Authentication Social Engineering 273

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. Ongoing education and skill development requires educating teams and ensuring employees become proactive contributors to organizational defense.

Cybersecurity 258

Cybersecurity Social Engineering Cyber threats Software 258

SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 13, 2024

AI has dramatically influenced the cyber threat landscape, with recent findings in the eighth biennial Deloitte-NASCIO Cybersecurity Study suggesting new AI-powered cyber threats are on the rise. So what does this mean for organizations seeking to harness the power of both these innovative technologies?

Artificial Intelligence 104

Artificial Intelligence Technology Authentication Data preservation 104

The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 20, 2024

With cyber threats growing in sophistication and frequency, the financial implications of neglecting cybersecurity training are severe and multifaceted. “As cyber threats become more sophisticated, the cost of not investing in cybersecurity training escalates exponentially,” explains Dara Warn, CEO of INE Security.

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Cybersecurity Education Social Engineering Cyber threats 147

SecureWorld News

JUNE 17, 2024

Ezra Graziano, Director of Federal Accounts at Zimperium, emphasized the urgency for defense against such evolving social engineering tactics. This includes educating staff on impersonation scam signs, verifying caller identities, reporting suspicious calls, and integrating mobile threat defense solutions.

Social Engineering 108

Social Engineering Scams Artificial Intelligence Engineering 108

Responsible Cyber

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

This incident served as a reminder of the importance of a comprehensive cybersecurity culture within organizations and the need to regularly educate employees about emerging threats. By understanding these patterns, businesses can better prepare themselves against evolving cyber threats.

Risk 81

Risk Healthcare Education Cybersecurity 81

IT Security Guru

MAY 20, 2024

This number highlights the widespread nature of digital threats. Today, common cyber threats include phishing, ransomware, and malware attacks, each capable of significantly disrupting operations and compromising sensitive data. This approach educates and empowers your team to be the first line of defence against cyber threats.

Cybersecurity 132

Cybersecurity Backups Cyber threats Mobile 132

Hacker's King

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Train Employees Educating employees about phishing and social engineering tactics can reduce the likelihood of attackers gaining initial access to networks. Incident Response Planning Financial institutions must have a robust incident response plan in place, including regular drills to test readiness for cyber attacks.

Banking 52

Banking Social Engineering Malware Cyber threats 52

CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 14, 2021

This gang of cybercriminals targets individuals within an organization with social engineering tactics designed to fool them into opening a document from a ZIP file attached to an email. How do hackers use social engineering? Employee education is a critical element of phishing prevention and threat detection.

Ransomware 133

Ransomware Social Engineering Engineering Phishing 133

CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

In our increasingly digital world, where technology permeates every aspect of our lives, cyber-security awareness has become an indispensable skill. With cyber threats on the rise, it is cru-cial for individuals and organizations to prioritize their online safety.

Cybersecurity 93

Cybersecurity Education Cyber threats Passwords 93

SecureWorld News

JULY 8, 2024

As cyber threats evolve, organizations must prioritize protecting customer data. Education, education, education: Stay informed about the latest cybersecurity threats and best practices. Monitor accounts: Keep an eye on accounts for any suspicious activity.

Passwords 124

Passwords Password Management Education Accountability 124

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. Here’s how to stay ahead of the curve this holiday season.

Retail 132

Retail Cybersecurity Cyber threats Education 132

CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

According to a research carried out by BlueVoyant on over 2702 Universities operating across 43 countries, almost all of them were found to be facing ransomware attack as the number one cyber threat. This is making hackers purchase such stuff and launch cyber attacks.

Ransomware 89

Ransomware Education Social Engineering Cyber Attacks 89

SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Frank Abagnale, one of the world's most respected authorities on forgery, embezzlement, secure documents, cybercrime, and scams—and subject of the 2002 movie Catch Me If You Can — kicked off Vision 2023: Looking Ahead at Cyber Threats , a half-day educational event held live and recorded on December 13th.

Social Engineering 93

Social Engineering CISO Education Cybercrime 93

SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Callie Guenther, Senior Manager of Cyber Threat Research at Critical Start, elaborated: "Lazarus targets trusted developer environments, coding libraries, and platforms, leading to potential supply chain attacks. Implement rigorous code review and scanning processes."

Scams 106

Scams Social Engineering Cyber threats Cryptocurrency 106

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? According to PurpleSec, 98% of cybercrime relies on social engineering to accomplish it.

Cybercrime 98

Cybercrime Social Engineering Data breaches Education 98

Security Through Education

JULY 1, 2024

Vulnerabilities Exposed by SMiShing SMiShing exploits various vulnerabilities, including: Human Trust: Attackers may leverage social engineering techniques to manipulate human psychology, exploiting trust and inducing victims to take actions against their best interests.

Social Engineering 98

Social Engineering Scams Education Security Awareness 98

SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Smothers, a former CIA cyber threat analyst, revealed how cybercriminals and nation-states use OSINT to gather intelligence and exploit vulnerabilities. By searching public data sources such as social media, data brokers, network tools, and exploit databases, attackers can quietly build extensive profiles of targets. "The

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Social Engineering Surveillance Media Education 101

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.

Cybersecurity 98

Cybersecurity Cyber Insurance Insurance Social Engineering 98

CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 21, 2023

Whether you’re passionate about securing networks, protecting data, or investigating cyber threats, choosing the right research topic is crucial for a successful and impactful Master’s journey. Cyber Threat Hunting and Incident Response: Research proactive strategies for detecting and responding to cyber threats.

Cybersecurity 91

Cybersecurity Cyber threats IoT Artificial Intelligence 91

IT Security Guru

JANUARY 30, 2024

According to Verizon’s 2023 Data Breach Investigations Report , a significant 24% of all breaches involved social engineering, of which 60% were BEC and 40% were phishing attacks, emphasizing email’s role as a dominant attack vector.

Phishing 135

Phishing Data breaches Education Cyber threats 135

CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 5, 2023

According to a study conducted by se-curity firm Mandiant, the group has been in operation since 2018 and has now been tasked with carrying out both espionage and financially motivated attacks such as credential harvesting and social engineering.

Hacking 105

Hacking Social Engineering Cryptocurrency Manufacturing 105

SecureWorld News

JULY 13, 2023

Organizations operating in today's interconnected world face significant cyber threats which necessitate constant vigilance in safeguarding their sensitive data and digital assets. This involves implementing multiple security measures to fortify systems against diverse cyber threats.

Cybersecurity 98

Cybersecurity Data breaches Social Engineering Encryption 98

Security Boulevard

APRIL 9, 2021

A new report has found that more than one in four UK cyber-attacks have been related to the pandemic, and as attackers continue to come up with sophisticated and dangerous methods to attack businesses and individuals, cyber security measures must be prioritised. .

Security Awareness 88

Security Awareness Education Cyber threats Cyber Attacks 88

Security Boulevard

JULY 6, 2022

Phishing emails, social engineering tactics, and adware are all deployed to manipulate people into taking an action they normally wouldn’t take. . A one-time training session isn’t enough protection, though, as the cyber-threat landscape is continually changing. Most employees do not work in the IT department.

Cybersecurity 98

Cybersecurity Adware Social Engineering Cyber threats 98

Approachable Cyber Threats

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Types of Cyber Threats in Digital Banking Hackers see digital banking as a huge opportunity because sensitive information such as your financial information is now more accessible than ever since its online. What can we do about it? Need help designing the best cybersecurity strategy for your financial institution?

Banking 76

Banking Social Engineering Cyber threats Encryption 76

The Last Watchdog

JUNE 21, 2020

Ransomware is undoubtedly one of the most unnerving phenomena in the cyber threat landscape. Local governments, small and medium-sized businesses, large international corporations, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions are the common targets. inch diskettes.

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Ransomware Hacking Encryption Penetration Testing 243

Webroot

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

This trend underscores the evolving threat landscape and the importance of continuous awareness and education on cybersecurity threats, including those that initially appear to be personal in nature. First Line of Defense : Employees are often considered the first line of defense against cyber threats.

Scams 110

Scams Cryptocurrency Media Education 110

Security Through Education

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

These are much more than data thefts or financial crimes; they are a threat to life designed to shut down vital systems and cause maximum delay and disruption to patient care, threatening the safety of patients. Social Engineering The main vector of ransomware attacks is phishing.

Healthcare 59

Healthcare Social Engineering Engineering Software 59

CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 15, 2021

These mobile devices need protection against the key threat vectors for mobile including social engineering, especially phishing, as well as network level, device level, and application-level threats. Mobile Threat Defense solutions are designed to protect mobile devices and these unique needs.

Mobile 122

Mobile Social Engineering Artificial Intelligence Ransomware 122

The Last Watchdog

MAY 28, 2024

A study by Verizon in their 2023 Data Breach Investigations Report found that 68% of breaches involved a human element, such as social engineering, misuse of privileges, or simple mistakes. This highlights the importance of equipping employees with the knowledge and skills to recognize and respond to potential threats.

CISO 113

CISO Cybersecurity Data breaches Cyber threats 113