QR codes have quietly become a part of everyday business workflows. From authentication to employee onboarding, marketing, and resource sharing, they’re now embedded in countless enterprise processes. But while the convenience of QR codes is undeniable, the security risks they…
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Cyber Insurance premiums set to rise as Retail Sector faces growing Cyber Threats
As cyberattacks on retailers in the United Kingdom continue to surge, insurers are rethinking how they approach cyber insurance for the retail sector. With the frequency and sophistication of these attacks on the rise, underwriters are contemplating a significant increase…
Ransomware news headlines trending on Google
LockBit Ransomware Gang Becomes Victim of Data Breach The infamous LockBit ransomware group, known for its double extortion tactics and involvement in high-profile cybercriminal activities, has itself fallen victim to a significant data breach. The attack has resulted in the…
CISO Global Shifts to SaaS Cybersecurity Platform
Leading cybersecurity provider CISO Global (NASDAQ: CISO) is entering a new phase of growth, pivoting toward high-margin, recurring-revenue software offerings that complement its managed and professional services. According to a recent Zacks report, the company has launched multiple proprietary software…
Passkeys to replace Passwords in UK government sector for better cybersecurity
In today’s digital age, passwords are becoming increasingly unreliable. Cybercriminals are now using advanced AI-powered tools to quickly guess passwords, making it easier for them to breach accounts. To counter this growing threat, the UK government has decided to phase…
NSO group slapped with $168m penalty for spreading Pegasus Malware
After an intense six-year legal battle, Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has emerged victorious in its fight against the Israeli cybersecurity firm NSO Group, developers of the notorious Pegasus malware. A Californian jury has awarded Meta a hefty $168…
SpyCloud Analysis Reveals 94% of Fortune 50 Companies Have Employee Data Exposed in Phishing Attacks
Austin, USA / Texas, 7th May 2025, CyberNewsWire The post SpyCloud Analysis Reveals 94% of Fortune 50 Companies Have Employee Data Exposed in Phishing Attacks first appeared on Cybersecurity Insiders. The post SpyCloud Analysis Reveals 94% of Fortune 50 Companies…
Microsoft to say NO to passwords and to shut down Authenticator App
For years, tech companies have been advocating for a shift toward passwordless login systems, citing the reduced security risks associated with traditional passwords. Now, in a major move, Microsoft, the American software behemoth, is on track to completely eliminate password-based…
Top 10 Cloud Security Mitigation Tactics
As businesses continue to migrate operations and data to the cloud, securing cloud environments has become more critical than ever. Cloud security threats are dynamic and complex, making proactive mitigation tactics essential to protect sensitive data, ensure compliance, and maintain…
NCSC issues alert against more ransomware attacks on retailers
In light of recent cyber attacks targeting major British businesses such as Harrods, Marks & Spencer, and Co-Op, the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the cybersecurity division of GCHQ, has issued an urgent warning to UK firms. The warning highlights…