While malware attacks embedded in games have been a longstanding cybersecurity concern, a more sinister threat has emerged. Researchers have uncovered a disturbing new tactic: cybercriminals are now manipulating video games as bait to recruit child players, ultimately using them…
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How Man-in-the-Middle Attacks Can Be Thwarted
Man-in-the-middle (MITM) attacks are a significant cybersecurity threat, where an attacker intercepts and potentially alters communication between two parties without their knowledge. These attacks are particularly concerning in online environments, where sensitive data like login credentials, credit card information, and…
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Surge in Passkey Security Adoption in 2024 Tech giants such as Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and Facebook are leading the charge in moving away from traditional passwords, embracing passkey security technology. As of 2024, passkey adoption has seen a significant increase.…
Auguria Unveils Upgraded Security Knowledge Layer Platform at Black Hat Europe 2024
Auguria, Inc., a leader in AI-driven security operations solutions, has introduced the latest enhancements to its Security Knowledge Layer™ Platform. The updated platform now integrates with major data sources, including SentinelOne, CrowdStrike, Palo Alto Networks, and Microsoft Windows Event Logs.…
Securing Against Shopping Scams: Cybersecurity Risks to Avoid During the Holidays
The holiday season is largely characterized by a significant rise in consumer spending, and digital deals for Black Friday and Cyber Monday have advanced the continued shift from in-person to online shopping. As shoppers eagerly flood websites, applications, and digital…
CSC 2025 Predictions: From Surges in AI-Generated Malware to Machine Learning in SOCs
The threat landscape continues to evolve, and companies around the world face escalating risks heading into 2025. As AI enables more malware and phishing campaigns, and attacks become even more sophisticated across enterprises and supply chains, cybersecurity teams need to…
Addressing the Disconnect in External Attack Surface Awareness
External vulnerability scans have become a staple in the cybersecurity toolkit of most organizations. Similar to a penetration test, external scans are designed to discover open ports and internet exposed assets including websites, servers, APIs, and other network endpoints to…
Legacy VPNs: A Ticking Time Bomb for Modern Organizations
In an era defined by the exponential growth of digital transformation, traditional Virtual Private Network (VPN) solutions have become a significant liability for modern organizations. While VPNs were once heralded as a secure method of enabling remote connectivity, they are…
Krispy Kreme Doughnut Cyber Attack might affect Christmas sales
Krispy Kreme, the renowned American multinational doughnut and coffee chain, recently became the target of a significant cyber attack that has disrupted a portion of its sales operations during the critical Christmas season. The attack, which occurred in November 2024,…
Black Hat Europe Recap: Auguria Debuts Newly Enhanced Platform
This year’s Black Hat Europe showcased the latest advancements in research, developments and emerging trends in cybersecurity. Being surrounded by all of the innovative technologies and expert insights that are shaping the future of the cybersecurity landscape is what made…