eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2021

Virtual machines are becoming an increasingly popular avenue cybercriminals are taking to distribute their ransomware payloads onto compromised corporate networks. In order to avoid raising suspicions or triggering antivirus software , the ransomware payload will ‘hide’ within a VM while encrypting files on the host computer.”

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Security Affairs

MARCH 8, 2022

The US FBI warns that the Ragnar Locker ransomware gang has breached the networks of at least 52 organizations from multiple US critical infrastructure sectors. “RagnarLocker ransomware actors work as part of a ransomware family, frequently changing obfuscation techniques to avoid detection and prevention.”

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 10, 2021

Cloudstar, one of the title industry’s primary cloud providers, remains compromised after a recent ransomware attack disrupted its services. The Victim of a Ransomware Attack. In July, Cloudstar discovered it was the victim of a highly sophisticated ransomware attack. The Rise in Ransomware Attacks.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Threat Intelligence (TI) representation across different levels There is a lot of information on cyberattacks on the internet, and, as a rule, the most helpful information is contained in cyber threat reports ( Threat Intelligence Reports ).

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JULY 21, 2022

The Ongoing Cyber Threat to Critical Infrastructure. With that in mind, Thales has launched the 2022 Thales Data Threat Report Critical Infrastructure Edition, which includes responses from 300 security leaders and practitioners within critical infrastructure organizations. The Threat of Ransomware.

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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.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Manufacturing needs to adopt a Zero Trust approach to mitigate increased cyber threats. 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.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 7, 2021

Lastly, we recognized the cybersecurity challenges in SMBs and were in awe after the US Attorney’s office decided to investigate ransomware attacks the same way as terrorist attacks. A phishing campaign launched off of the back of the recent ransomware attack against Colonial Pipeline weeks ago. Other cybersecurity news.

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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.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 1, 2021

There was the infrastructure ransomware attack on the Colonial Pipeline in May 2021, which caused the company to cease operations for days. Also the attack on JBS USA , which fell victim to ransomware and threatened U.S. Over the course of the last year, “SMBs continued to be the prime target of ransomware authors.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Attackers are no longer focusing solely on credit data, but target rich amounts of sensitive personal data on retailer’s systems or introduce ransomware for a quick payout that doesn’t even require data exfiltration. Human errors, malware and ransomware threats make a bad recipe. Treat your cyber threats like your physical ones.

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McAfee

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

In the October 2021 Threat Report , McAfee Enterprise ATR provides a global view of the top threats, especially those ransomware attacks that affected most countries and sectors in Q2 2021, especially in the Public Sector (Government). Threat Profile Conti Ransomware & BazarLoader to Conti Ransomware in 32hrs.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 31, 2023

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free for you in your email box. Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 23, 2022

According to Interpol's Internet Organised Crime Threat Assessment report , critical infrastructure is highly targeted by ransomware gangs that are after what is called the Big Game Hunting. In August 2021, a ransomware attack on Scripps Health in California resulted in over $113 million in losses. Healthcare sector.

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Hot for Security

APRIL 5, 2021

Bitdefender this week has published its annual Consumer Threat Landscape Report for 2020 underscoring some of the most prevalent cyber threats targeting regular users today. While spam messages mostly still delivered the same Trojans or ransomware, cybercriminals in H2 opted for better open rates.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

The 2022 SonicWall Cyber Threat Report found that all types of cyberattacks increased in 2021. Encrypted threats spiked 167%, ransomware increased 105%, and 5.4 billion malware attacks were identified by the report. Ransomware. Ransomware is the fastest-growing trend. Mobile attacks.

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Webroot

JANUARY 7, 2022

Threats abound in 2021. In 2021, we witnessed so many competing shifts, many of which we detailed early on in our 2021 BrightCloud® Threat Report. Ransomware. Earlier in 2021, we detailed the hidden costs of ransomware in our eBook. The evolution of ransomware as a service (RaaS) has vastly proliferated.

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Webroot

JUNE 2, 2022

The cyber threat landscape keeps evolving at lightning-speed. According to the latest 2022 BrightCloud® Threat Report , small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are particularly vulnerable to becoming a victim of a ransomware attack. Ransomware, malware and phishing threats keep evolving.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 23, 2025

NHS Scotland Confirms Cyberattack Disruption On 20 March 2025, NHS Scotland reported a major cyber incident that caused network outages across multiple health boards. The incident has been linked to a suspected ransomware group, although official attribution is still pending.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

According to Check Point by mid-year cyber attacks have risen 42% globally. From supply chain breaches to ransomware organizations continue to struggle with how to avoid becoming an eventual statistic of being attacked. Ransomware. With this increased spending the attacks continue at an exponential rate.

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McAfee

DECEMBER 4, 2020

At the RSA Conference in February, we launched our MDR platform and our first strategic partner to leverage our MVISION EDR solution to proactively detect cyber threats faced by customers and resolve security incidents faster. Threat Actor Evolution During the Pandemic. New Global Managed Detection and Response Platform.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 10, 2023

In fact, only 49% of organizations have a ransomware response plan, compared to 48% in 2022. 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.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

OCTOBER 18, 2021

We call this insider threat and it can be devastating to organizations from any industry. Let’s break down the major characters of insider threat as outlined in the Verizon Insider Threat Report , and be prepared, because not all of them are intentionally malicious.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Despite this impressive number, the industry still has the potential to grow even further in order to address various cyber threats. The facts below represent key cyber threats and their impact in 2020. A new ransomware attack occurs, approximately, every 11 seconds.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 13, 2023

While folks are caught up in the excitement of the games and their brackets, bad actors will be plotting to steal your credentials, lure you into fake websites, and deploy ransomware that could wreak havoc on you or your organization long after the conclusion of this year's tournament. Mobile phishing attacks are on the rise.

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Trend Micro

AUGUST 26, 2021

Key takeaways from H1’ 2021 Linux threat report and Google removes fake crypto-mining apps and more.

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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.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Cloud services offer security mechanisms to protect against cyber threats, however, data security challenges in the cloud remain relevant and require special attention. Ransomware attacks In today's hostile cybercrime environment, baseline security measures are not enough to guard your business against zero-day ransomware attacks.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Cloud services offer security mechanisms to protect against cyber threats, however, data security challenges in the cloud remain relevant and require special attention. Ransomware attacks In today's hostile cybercrime environment, baseline security measures are not enough to guard your business against zero-day ransomware attacks.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JUNE 26, 2023

According to the Thales 2023 Data Threat Report , an increasing number of businesses find it more challenging to comply with privacy and data protection regulations in the cloud. Although the SMB’s attack surface resembles that of large enterprises, addressing the same cyber threats requires a different, pragmatic approach.

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SecureList

MARCH 29, 2023

In the past year, we’ve seen multiple developments in this area – from new attack schemes targeting contactless payments to multiple ransomware groups continuing to emerge and haunt businesses. Some advanced persistent threat (APT) actors also started tapping into the cryptocurrency market.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 10, 2023

Here are our picks for the top threat intelligence feeds that security teams should consider adding to their defensive arsenal: AlienVault Open Threat Exchange: Best for community-driven threat feeds FBI InfraGard: Best for critical infrastructure security abuse.ch

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Ransomware Targets Critical Infrastructure: Ransomware attacks will increasingly focus on critical infrastructure, including healthcare, utilities, and transportation, leading to potentially catastrophic consequences. Ideologically driven cyberattacks from conflicts like in Ukraine and Gaza will also spur further threats. "As

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Plus, cyber agencies warn about China-backed cyber espionage campaign targeting telecom data. And get the latest on ransomware trends, financial cybercrime and critical infrastructure security. The Corvus ransomware report also found that five ransomware groups RansomHub, PLAY, LockBit 3.0,

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Webroot

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

The event brought together industry experts and IT professionals to discuss how security professionals can continue to navigate the modern threat landscape through a pragmatic MDR approach. During the event, we learned how the increase in ransomware attacks underscores the value of a robust defense and recovery strategy. .

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Security Affairs

JULY 2, 2023

WordPress sites using the Ultimate Member plugin are under attack LockBit gang demands a $70 million ransom to the semiconductor manufacturing giant TSMC Avast released a free decryptor for the Windows version of the Akira ransomware Iran-linked Charming Kitten APT enhanced its POWERSTAR Backdoor miniOrange’s WordPress Social Login and Register plugin (..)

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

What prompted the EU to act is the rapidly expanding threat landscape that places increasing pressure on enterprises to develop the capacity to effectively prepare for and manage a cyber crisis. NIS2 has three general objectives: 1.

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