Cyber attacks stories - Page 105
Patch management, robust password policies vital in reducing risk of cyberattacks
Fri, 17th Sep 2021
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More than half of cyberattacks start with password brute force and vulnerability exploitation, according to new research by Kaspersky.
Financial services organisations spend over $2.62 million on ransomware recovery
Thu, 16th Sep 2021
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Mid-sized financial services organisations in Asia Pacific and Japan spent more than US$2.62 million on average recovering from ransomware attacks.
Rise in cyberattacks, ransomware during COVID-19 boosts IT security skills
Tue, 14th Sep 2021
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Increased security challenges during the pandemic offered IT teams a unique opportunity to build their cybersecurity expertise.
Commvault launches new ransomware services to better protect customers
Fri, 10th Sep 2021
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data protection
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Commvault has launched new ransomware services to help businesses prepare for, protect against, and respond to cyber threats.
91% of industrial companies open to cyber attacks
Tue, 7th Sep 2021
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Over 90% of industrial companies are vulnerable to cyber attacks, with attackers gaining access to critical systems.
The importance of patching - ransomware attackers gain access in under a minute
Tue, 7th Sep 2021
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According to Sophos threat researchers, Conti ransomware is currently incredibly active due to the dissolution of DarkSide, REvil and Avaddon.
80% of better performing companies more willing to collaborate with competitors
Mon, 6th Sep 2021
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A new study reveals a sharp divide in the digital strategies of better-performing companies (leaders) versus followers.
Bad bots make up 40% of all traffic - the increase of automated attacks
Fri, 3rd Sep 2021
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breach prevention
Barracuda's new report reveals that bad bots make up almost 40% of internet traffic, emphasizing the need to detect and block these malicious bots.
Layered security strategy vital to combat Microsoft 365 phishing threat
Thu, 2nd Sep 2021
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Layered security strategy vital to combat Microsoft phishing campaign, warns cyber security specialist Cyren. Office 365 customers targeted.
Best city for cybersecurity jobs revealed
Mon, 30th Aug 2021
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Washington D.C has been revealed as the best city for cybersecurity jobs, according to new research from Techshielder.
Tenfold increase in ransomware - reports
Fri, 27th Aug 2021
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Ransomware attacks have seen a tenfold increase, impacting individuals, organizations, and critical infrastructure, says new research.
The new normal of cybersecurity: Ransomware, phishing and zero trust
Tue, 24th Aug 2021
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Cyber criminals have taken advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic, with phishing, DDoS and ransomware attacks on the rise, says A10 Networks.
What are the top five threats to financial services orgs? Imperva investigates
Mon, 23rd Aug 2021
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Web application attacks on the financial services sector have increased by 38% between January and May 2021, with COVID-19 playing a role.
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Ransomware attacks surging as ransom amounts skyrocket
Thu, 19th Aug 2021
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The grim outlook for the future of ransomware leaves no one spared from financial damage or brand-crushing headlines.
Global ransomware grows 151%, SonicWall research finds
Wed, 18th Aug 2021
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advanced persistent threat protection
Ransomware attacks have surged in 2021, surpassing the total volume for 2020 in just six months, reveals SonicWall Cyber Threat Report.
Australia's largest cybersecurity firm Tesserent expands to NZ - Hamish Soper appointed senior partner
Wed, 18th Aug 2021
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Australia's largest listed cybersecurity company, Tesserent, expands to New Zealand, creating a new entity and appointing new senior leadership in the region.
McAfee Enterprise integrates with Microsoft Dynamics 365 to strengthen cloud security
Wed, 18th Aug 2021
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MVISION Cloud for Dynamics 365 provides an advanced set of security tools that are delivered via API, enabling holistic security controls across Dynamics 365.
The Magnificent 7: Critical functions that underpin every cybersecurity practice
Tue, 17th Aug 2021
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With this approach, technology services providers can build a robust cybersecurity practice that protects their customers' businesses from cybercriminals.
Security experts weigh in on Accenture ransomware attack
Mon, 16th Aug 2021
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Accenture falls victim to LockBit ransomware attack, becoming the second major company hit this week. Ransom demands threaten data on the dark web.
Securing the hybrid workforce
Fri, 13th Aug 2021
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It's likely that organisations will need to find a way to work alongside COVID-19, which will probably involve a hybrid approach to work.