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AI bolsters security response times, reveals ReliaQuest report
Fri, 29th Mar 2024
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email security
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phishing
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ai
ReliaQuest's annual threat report reveals AI and automation technologies improve organisations' response time to security incidents by up to 99% year on year.
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BianLian turns to extortion after decryptor released, reveals Avast
Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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cybersecurity
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avast
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threat intelligence
After Avast releases a BianLian decryptor, the hacking group resorts to extortion-only operations, exploiting vulnerabilities like TeamCity servers, reports GuidePoints.
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Scotland's COPFS boosts IT operations with Freshworks' Freshservice
Fri, 26th Jan 2024
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uc
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data analytics
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rpa
Scotland's top prosecution service, COPFS, enhances IT support and management systems with vital aid from Freshworks Inc.'s Freshservice platform, greatly improving customer satisfaction and resolution times.
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ESET uncovers malicious Python projects spreading via PyPI
Mon, 1st Jan 2024
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malware
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
ESET Research has discovered a series of malicious Python projects distributed via PyPI repository, introducing a customised backdoor into Windows, Linux systems, and stealing personal data.
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Surge in deceptive simplicity exploitation by cyberattackers
Fri, 15th Dec 2023
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malware
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cyberattackers increasingly use deceptive simplicity, such as malicious HTML files and fake updates, to bypass traditional defenses.
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WatchGuard reveals rise in remote access software exploits
Thu, 7th Dec 2023
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malware
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firewalls
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breach prevention
WatchGuard's new report reveals escalated cyber threats, including a surge in ransomware attacks and exploitation of remote access software.
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New ransomware Epsilon Red discovered - how it works
Wed, 2nd Jun 2021
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
New ransomware Epsilon Red has been found by Sophos researchers who detail the tools, techniques, procedures, and behaviour of the attackers behind it.
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COVID-19-themed attacks and PowerShell malware surged in Q2 - report
Thu, 5th Nov 2020
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malware
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casb
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cybersecurity
New malware samples increased by 11.5% in Q2 2020, with COVID-19-themed cyber-attacks surging 605%, according to McAfee.
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IBM Security: Cybercriminals focusing on cryptojacking
Mon, 4th Mar 2019
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report
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powershell
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ibm security
IBM Security's 2019 report indicates a shift in cybercriminal tactics, with cryptojacking attacks doubling those of ransomware as hackers seek easier profits.
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The cyber kill chain: Moving laterally in Active Directory
Mon, 4th Mar 2019
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ueba
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manageengine
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cyber attacks
Despite robust defences, companies are vulnerable to lateral moves in Active Directory by cybercriminals who exploit social engineering and malware.
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Hackers using spearphishing to target banks –Bitdefender
Tue, 21st Aug 2018
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malware
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cybersecurity
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banking industry
To limit the risk of being discovered, attackers operated outside of normal business hours and cashout operations were planned for weekends.