Statista shows a near doubling of data compromises between last year (3,205) and the year before (1,802). Cybercriminals go where the data goes, and there is more need than ever for effective database security measures. These tactics differ from network…
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Machines vs Minds: The Power of Human Ingenuity Against Cyber Threats
Most people remember the iconic movie Terminator, in which the cyborg T-800 was dispatched back in time from the year 2029 with the mission to eliminate Sarah Connor. She was destined to give birth to the future leader of the…
“Junk gun” ransomware: the cheap new threat to small businesses
What’s going on? A wave of cheap, crude, amateurish ransomware has been spotted on the dark web – and although it may not make as many headlines as LockBit , Rhysida , and BlackSuit , it still presents a serious…
“All for One and One for All”: The EU Cyber Solidarity Act Strengthens Digital Defenses
Alexandre Dumas’s timeless novel “The Three Musketeers” immortalized the ideal of unyielding solidarity, the enduring motto “All for one and one for all.” In the face of ever-evolving threats in the digital realm, the European Union echoes this spirit with…
UK IT Leaders Are Prioritizing Cybersecurity: But Is This a Good Thing?
Tech leaders taking cybersecurity seriously is something of a double-edged sword. While it’s undoubtedly good that organizations are waking up to the genuine threat cyberattacks pose, it’s depressing that they must siphon off so many resources to protect themselves rather…
University Cybersecurity Clinics Can Now Use the New CISA Resource Guide
Budgetary and resource constraints play a huge role in cyberattacks on smaller organizations. Amidst a strained global economy, many under-resourced organizations like non-profits, local governments, and hospitals struggle to keep their heads above water – they simply don’t have the…
Enhancing Endpoint Security with Advanced Host-Based Intrusion Detection Capabilities
In 2023, companies lost about $4.45 million on average because of data breaches. As cyber threats advance, securing endpoints is more important than ever. An advanced Host-based Intrusion Detection System (HIDS) provides a sturdy remedy to improve endpoint security .…
Exploring Cybersecurity Risks in Telemedicine: A New Healthcare Paradigm
The experience of seeing a doctor has transformed dramatically, thanks in part to the emergence of telemedicine. This digital evolution promises convenience and accessibility but brings with it a host of cybersecurity risks that were unimaginable up until a few…
NSA Debuts Top 10 Cloud Security Mitigation Strategies
As businesses transition to hybrid and multi-cloud setups, vulnerabilities arising from misconfigurations and security gaps are escalating, attracting attention from bad actors. In response, the US National Security Agency (NSA) issued a set of ten recommended mitigation strategies, published earlier…
37 Arrested as Police Smash LabHost International Fraud Network
Police have successfully infiltrated and disrupted the fraud platform “LabHost”, used by more than 2,000 criminals to defraud victims worldwide. A major international operation, led by the UK’s Metropolitan Police, has seized control of LabHost, which has been helping cybercriminals…