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Hornetsecurity launches tool to streamline MSP operations

Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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Hornetsecurity has launched the 365 Multi-Tenant Manager, streamlining Microsoft 365 tenant management for Managed Service Providers and boosting productivity.
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UK developers favour JavaScript, eager to learn Python in 2024

Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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Stack Overflow's 2024 Developer Survey reveals JavaScript as the top language among UK developers, with Python leading future aspirations.
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ReliaQuest reveals sophisticated Inc Ransom tactics in attack analysis

Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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ReliaQuest’s analysis of a ransomware attack by Inc Ransom on a healthcare customer reveals sophisticated tactics using legitimate tools for data theft.
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Threat actor abuses Cloudflare tunnels to deliver RATs

Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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Cybercriminals exploit Cloudflare Tunnels, delivering remote access trojans via TryCloudflare abuse, notes Proofpoint, with evolving attack methods pushing past defences.
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Acronis report reveals 293% surge in email attacks H1 2024

Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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Acronis' H1 2024 Cyberthreats Report reveals a 293% surge in email attacks and a 32% rise in ransomware, warning SMBs and MSPs of heightened cyber risks.
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Acronis reports 293% increase in email cyberattacks in H1 2024

Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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Cybersecurity firm Acronis has identified a staggering 293% increase in email cyberattacks during the first half of 2024 compared to 2023.
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AI bolsters security response times, reveals ReliaQuest report

Fri, 29th Mar 2024
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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To limit the risk of being discovered, attackers operated outside of normal business hours and cashout operations were planned for weekends.