The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 7, 2025

For example, in a recent attack on French corporates and government agencies, an AI-engineered malware exploited advanced techniques like COM hijacking and encrypted payloads, enabling attackers to remain undetected for extended periods, exfiltrate sensitive data, and establish long-term persistence within the network.

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IT Security Guru

JANUARY 9, 2025

As we begin the New Year, it offers a chance for reflection on 2024 and to consider what we can do as security professionals and business leaders in 2025 that will keep us relevant and in the best position to counter cyber threats going forward.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 23, 2024

As small businesses increasingly depend on digital technologies to operate and grow, the risks associated with cyber threats also escalate. INE Security advises businesses to secure their network by using firewalls, encrypting data, and regularly updating security software. Cary, NC, Oct. million.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

End-to-end encryption: Encrypt all data from sensors to controller. Change your encryption keys periodically to reduce the risk of keys being exposed. By securing the device from the sensor to the server, utilities can build effective defenses against evolving cyber threats.

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Tech Republic Security

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Tech firm aims to strengthen security for users and meet modern cyber threat challenges with new cybersecurity technology and end-to-end cloud encryption. The post Apple unveils new iMessage, Apple ID and iCloud security for high-value targets appeared first on TechRepublic.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 13, 2025

Similarly, the AI-assisted ransomware provided a high-level approach to encrypting files but lacked complete execution. Instead, security teams should prioritize behavioral analysismonitoring for unusual patterns such as unexpected file encryption, unauthorized persistence mechanisms, or anomalous network traffic.

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Trend Micro

APRIL 23, 2023

We also noted more sophisticated encryption and basic anti-analysis techniques, such as byte remapping and web browser communication blocking.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 16, 2023

Ransomware attacks via email: Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts an organization’s data, holding it hostage until a ransom is paid. For example, Barracuda Essentials is a cloud-based SEG that provides advanced threat protection, data loss prevention, and email archiving capabilities.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 10, 2025

Advanced threat detection: Deploy intrusion detection and prevention systems to monitor network traffic for suspicious activities. Data encryption: Ensure that sensitive data is encrypted both in transit and at rest to protect it from unauthorized access.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 8, 2023

By utilizing deceptive techniques, clever encoding, and encryption, this malware challenges traditional security measures, making it increasingly challenging to detect and mitigate. It is clear that whoever the threat actor is, they intended to remain in the environment for a long time and collect data."

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Karl Holmqvist , CEO, Lastwall In 2025, the Steal-Now, Decrypt-Later threat will accelerate post-quantum cryptography (PQC) adoption. Quantum computing advances are making traditional encryption obsolete, and adversaries are stockpiling data for future decryption.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The FBI, CISA, and MS-ISAC have issued a joint cybersecurity advisory warning organizations about Ghost (Cring) ransomware, a sophisticated cyber threat that has been compromising critical infrastructure, businesses, and government entities worldwide.

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IT Security Guru

JANUARY 30, 2025

So, lets explore how spread betting platforms are rising to this challenge and ensuring that their platforms are cyber risk-free. Cyber Risks Facing Spread Betting Platforms Cyber threats are becoming more dangerous than ever, and spread betting platforms are a major target for most of these cyberattacks.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 25, 2025

It evades detection using multi-stage dynamic loading, encrypting and loading its malicious payload in three steps. The malware also manipulates AndroidManifest.xml with excessive permissions to disrupt analysis and uses encrypted socket communication to hide stolen data. This initial file acts as a loader for the next stage.

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The Hacker News

MAY 17, 2023

A hacking group dubbed OilAlpha with suspected ties to Yemen's Houthi movement has been linked to a cyber espionage campaign targeting development, humanitarian, media, and non-governmental organizations in the Arabian peninsula.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The Rise of Non-Ransomware Attacks on AWS S3 Data madhav Thu, 02/13/2025 - 04:39 A sophisticated ransomware gang, Codefinger, has a cunning new technique for encrypting data stored in AWS S3 buckets without traditional ransomware tools. Many regulations and standards mandate strict control over encryption keys.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 10, 2022

Working with personal data in today’s cyber threat landscape is inherently risky. Related: The dangers of normalizing encryption for government use. Encryption. Encrypting data in storage and while it is being transferred can also significantly de-risk work scenarios revolving around the use of personal data.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 18, 2025

Thales OneWelcome Identity Platform and HIPAA Compliance in 2025 madhav Wed, 03/19/2025 - 05:58 The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) has undergone significant changes in 2025, introducing enhanced requirements to address growing cyber threats and ensure comprehensive data protection.

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Jane Frankland

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Nation-states and geopolitical tensions are increasingly fuelling modern cyber threats. According to Microsoft’s Digital Dfense Report 2024 , 37% of the 600 million attacks they face daily can be attributed to nation-state threat actors.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

While quantum power poses risks to traditional encryption, it also opens the door to revolutionary cybersecurity advancements that could redefine how we protect data, detect threats, and secure critical infrastructure.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 4, 2024

This includes working with security vendors, adding new encryption features to protect personal information, and even implementing new coding languages into their platform. Data Protection Windows 11 Enterprise introduced a new Personal Data Encryption feature.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 8, 2025

Called Xanthorox AI, the tool was first spotted earlier this year on darknet forums and encrypted chat groups, where its being marketed as the killer of WormGPT and all EvilGPT variants. Its autonomous, scalable, and customizable a triple threat in the wrong hands. But this isnt just another tweaked version of a chatbot.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

CISA adds Palo Alto Networks Expedition bugs to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Hackers target critical flaw CVE-2024-10914 in EOL D-Link NAS Devices China-linked threat actors compromised multiple telecos and spied on a limited number of U.S.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Large enterprises should put testing quantum-resistant encryption on their roadmaps. As quantum computers grow, current encryption methods like RSA and ECC may soon become vulnerable," said Kip Boyle , vCISO, Cyber Risk Opportunities LLC. Taking these steps can save both time and resources in the long run."

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The city added that the attack was successfully thwarted, and no systems were encrypted. On July 29, 2024, the City published an update on the City’s website and confirmed that the City of Columbus suffered a ransomware attack.

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 24, 2024

With the advent of new technologies and rising cyber threats , 2025 promises significant shifts in the cybersecurity domain. Quantum Computing Threats While quantum computing offers immense potential, it also poses a serious risk to traditional encryption methods.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The government agencies released a guide that advises telecom and critical infrastructure defenders on best practices to strengthen network security against PRC-linked and other cyber threats. The agencies recommend robust measures to protect enterprise networks against cyber threats. ” continues the advisory.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JANUARY 16, 2025

It emphasizes the need for encryption, data governance, and secure information-sharing practices to prevent and mitigate cyber threats. Compliance with the GBLA requires prioritizing data encryption and robust access controls to protect sensitive consumer information throughout its lifecycle.

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Adam Levin

JULY 19, 2019

The Kazakhstan government is intercepting all HTTPS-encrypted internet traffic within its borders. Under a new directive effective 7/17, the Kazakhstan government is requiring every internet service provider in the country to install a security certificate onto every internet-enabled device and browser.

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Hacker's King

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Tools like firewalls, antivirus software, and encryption help safeguard information. Key Cybersecurity Tools and How They Protect Your Data Before addressing the tracking aspect, it's important to understand the core components of cybersecurity: Encryption : Encryption scrambles data so that only authorized individuals can read it.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 28, 2024

To address these challenges, the European Union introduced the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) in 2022, designed to ensure that financial entities can withstand and recover from cyber threats while maintaining operational continuity. Then combine with deployment of classic encryption and tokenization.

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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. However, unauthorized access to this data is entirely possible without proper encryption and data protection measures.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 17, 2025

You must equip your staff with the knowledge to recognize phishing attempts, social engineering ploys, and other common cyber threats through regular, targeted training sessions. This compliance not only safeguards sensitive financial information but also helps your operational resilience in the face of cyber threats.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

officials began seriously discussing the creation of a military Cyber Force dedicated to thwarting cyberattacks. However, the answer to cyber threats is proactivity. For example, in Latin America, the major threat to cybersecurity stems from comparatively weak payment gateways.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JANUARY 22, 2025

Encryption of ePHI : Protecting electronic health information, even if its intercepted. Regular Risk Assessments : Ensuring organizations remain vigilant against emerging threats. They aim to ensure healthcare organizations are prepared to face todays increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Cyber threats are no longer just the occasional virus or suspicious email. Webroot Essentials provides foundational protection against todays most common cyber threats, including: Antivirus and anti-malware Detects and neutralizes viruses, malware, spyware, and ransomware. What does Webroot Essentials include?

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 28, 2025

However, iMessage and RCS, which rely on internet-based communication rather than traditional cellular networks, offer end-to-end encryption , making it nearly impossible for providers to filter out malicious content. Time-limited, single-use URLs that prevent cybersecurity analysts from tracing phishing links after an attack is completed.

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