Over the years, ransomware attacks have become a staple of cybercrime, primarily involving hackers encrypting critical databases and demanding a ransom in exchange for a decryption key. This traditional model of cyber extortion has already caused significant disruption across industries. …
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Google Introduces ‘Auto Restart’ Feature to Boost Android Device Security
Google, the global search giant and a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., is rolling out a new security feature dubbed “Auto Restart” to enhance data protection on Android devices. The feature is designed to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information in…
Can Passwordless Tactics Help Thwart Major Cyber Threats?
In the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape, one age-old vulnerability continues to haunt individuals and organizations alike: passwords. From weak or reused credentials to phishing and brute-force attacks, traditional password-based authentication has proven to be a persistent weak link in the digital…
What can organisations learn about cybersecurity from the hacker’s playbook?
The number of dark web marketplaces, also known as darknet markets, continues to grow year-on-year, despite law enforcement’s efforts to close the networks down. Cybercriminals use these illicit platforms to trade hacking tools, services, stolen data and other sensitive information…
Microsoft Joins Google and Yahoo in Strengthening Email Sender Requirements
In a significant move to bolster email security and user trust in emails, Microsoft has announced new requirements for high-volume email senders targeting Outlook.com, Hotmail.com, and Live.com users. This initiative aligns with similar measures introduced by Google and Yahoo in…
SquareX to Uncover Data Splicing Attacks at BSides San Francisco, A Major DLP Flaw that Compromises Data Security of Millions
Palo Alto, California, 16th April 2025, CyberNewsWire The post SquareX to Uncover Data Splicing Attacks at BSides San Francisco, A Major DLP Flaw that Compromises Data Security of Millions first appeared on Cybersecurity Insiders. The post SquareX to Uncover Data…
What to Know about Compliance with India’s Emerging Digital Personal Data Protection Act
With the rise of worldwide data threats and attacks, data privacy acts are springing up across the globe. It may be relatively unknown, but India for one has established a data privacy regulation called the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP)…
How Top Cybersecurity Leaders Are Enhancing Boardroom Communication in 2025
Board members worldwide are turning their attention toward the cyber risk landscape and questioning the extent to which it might impact their organization’s value. Their rising concern is well-warranted, given the escalating cost of cyber incidents, both in the long…
Navigating HIPAA In The Digital Age: How Marketing Teams Can Avoid Costly Violations
In an era where data drives strategy and personalized outreach is key to consumer engagement, marketing teams face mounting pressure to deliver results, especially in healthcare. However, when marketing initiatives intersect with protected health information (PHI), the stakes are significantly…
Crafty Threat Actors Unleash Ingenious Phishing Ploys
Ever feel like phishing scams are on a never-ending quest for supreme deception? From fake delivery notifications to impersonated CEOs, it’s like picking from a basket of tricks – each one meticulously crafted to catch people and organizations off guard.…