CIO Business Intelligence

MAY 27, 2024

A study by Verizon in their 2023 Data Breach Investigations Report found that 68% of breaches involved a human element, such as social engineering, misuse of privileges, or simple mistakes. Highlighting the potential financial losses from breaches and the ROI of training programs can make a compelling case.

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Dataconomy

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Types of Cyber Attacks Ransomware A potent malware, Ransomware is now the preferred tool for cybercriminals. Malware Malware, or malicious software, includes viruses, worms, and Trojans, harming computers and networks for cybercrime. A common tactic, loader attacks, employs innocent-looking programs to covertly deliver malware.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 18, 2023

Bots are highly versatile software programs designed to automate tasks and streamline processes. Sending spam emails: Bots can be programmed to inundate inboxes with an overwhelming volume of spam emails. Spreading malware: Bots play a role in distributing malware, such as viruses, trojans, and ransomware.

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Dataconomy

JULY 26, 2023

FraudGPT : Scammers’ secret to stealing your data ChatGPT-generated email scam Emails, a notorious scamming medium, have been used to disseminate malware, extort victims, or pilfer crucial information. The ulterior motive of these cybercriminals is to either filch credentials or unleash malware.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 29, 2023

There needs to be more training aimed at mobile threats; for example, downloading apps from non-approved sources (this was noted as how the vast majority of Android malware is planted) should be something organizations can train their employees on to reduce the number of incidents."

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 13, 2023

The new Beep malware is top of mind for organizations and individuals. We are continuing to observe an unyielding surge in the volume of cyberthreats, including advanced malware, botnets, ransomware, cryptojacking, and more," said Callie Guenther, Senior Manager of Cyber Threat Research at Critical Start, in a press release.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 26, 2023

Common Types of Cyber Attacks Common techniques that criminal hackers use to penetrate systems include social engineering, password attacks, malware, and exploitation of software vulnerabilities. Malware can be delivered through email attachments, malicious websites, or compromised software.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 1, 2023

Thinking like a fraudster can help create additional barriers for these social engineering tricks and form a foundation for effective security awareness training so that the human factor hardens an organization's defenses instead of being the weakest link. This kind of foul play is known as spear-phishing.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 21, 2023

To ensure that users could access only their own files and programs, the team created a system of passwords that allowed users to log in and access their personal data. Mitnick was known for his social engineering skills, which he used to trick employees into divulging sensitive information or passwords.

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Kitaboo

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

According to recent Microsoft Intelligence findings , education is the most targeted industry, with nearly 80% of malware encounters in the last 30 days. These may include their contact information, academic and health records, financial information, social security numbers, etc. Installing Malware. Backup Your Data.

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CIO Business Intelligence

OCTOBER 20, 2022

In fact, CIO has reported that it takes only a few minutes for experienced hackers to set up a social engineering attack against enterprises (and their managed service providers) that consider themselves to be secure and protected. Further, AI is a potent tool in the arms of cybersecurity experts.

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Cloud Musings

DECEMBER 14, 2014

The majority of these attacks are due to hacking, fraud and social engineering. The resulting breaches occur primarily through malware, including Trojan horses, adware, worms, viruses and downloaders [6]. Malware is malicious software created for egregious objectives. Most Active Malware Today.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 20, 2022

"The script I saw it writes is very entry level, no complex programming logic and I think anyone who took the first two years of a computer science program can do it. Useful for basic malware analysis. I’m not a pro by any means but it’s been very helpful in helping me debug programs. Also its really great for writing.

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CIO Business Intelligence

OCTOBER 16, 2023

I also emphasized that companies need to urgently review their employee access protocol, writing that companies must “ make it a point to do continuous employee training to help your teams avoid being duped by phishing and malware tactics.” It sounds simple, but it could be a hedge against similar social engineering and phishing hacks.

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CIO Business Intelligence

OCTOBER 4, 2023

From embedding malware or a phishing link in a document to manipulated or outright forged documents and other types of cyber fraud, the increase in document-related attacks cannot be ignored, especially if your company handles tax forms, business filings, or bank statements–the three types of most frequently manipulated documents.

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CTOvision

MAY 13, 2016

Second bank hit by 'sophisticated' malware attack, says Swift - The Guardian. Shares of Nordstrom sink 17% as company expands rewards program and re-examines tech strategy. Overnight Tech: Should government background checks use social media data? - Round-the-world Solar Impulse plane dodges bad weather and lands in Oklahoma.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 13, 2023

Endpoint Security: Securing endpoints, such as laptops, desktops, and mobile devices, is crucial in preventing unauthorized access and malware infections. According to a study by AV-TEST, organizations using comprehensive endpoint security solutions experienced a 100% detection rate for known malware.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 24, 2022

Now, headlines about ransomware, cyberattacks, and data breaches pour into social media feeds as steady as a river flows. What was compromised: b ank account numbers, bank statements, mortgage and tax records, social security numbers, wire transaction receipts, and driver license images. Oh, how times have changed.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 6, 2021

From ransomware to the social media power outage, our news feeds are already full to the brim and this is just the beginning of October. Cybersecurity Awareness Month started off with a bang due to the social media outages. When a user thinks they are getting something free, but just get malware instead. September 30, 2021.

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CIO Business Intelligence

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Money laundering, social engineering scams, and identity theft are all examples of attacks that can be used against financial institutions. Social Engineering Attacks: Social engineering attacks leverage human psychology to deceive individuals into divulging sensitive information or undertaking actions that jeopardize security.

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CIO Business Intelligence

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Three of the biggest risks moving into 2023 and beyond are: Ransomware – in which a malicious program infects a computer, locking access to all files until a ransom is paid to gain access to an unlock key. This delivers superior protection against kernel-level malware through to browser-based attacks.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 30, 2023

It has the power to write and debug computer programs, mimic the style of celebrities, compose music and literature, translate and summarize text, and much more. Users with bad intent are capable of developing and spreading malware, creating phishing emails, conducting social engineering attacks, and generating scams in seconds.

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Galido

MARCH 15, 2019

Malware Attack. The typical examples of malware include: Ransomware. This is a type of malware used by hackers to block access to the company’s data. They hide in a useful program and help attackers to launch attacks on a system. The emails can come with attachments or links that when clicked load malware onto your PC.

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Galido

DECEMBER 28, 2018

Today, more than any other time in the past, people are committed to using laptops, tablets and phones to facilitate everything in their daily lives, from business to school to social needs. Stop Malware Attacks and Online Identity Theft. A common way for malware to attack is for it to find exploits and vulnerabilities in a system.

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CTOvision

JANUARY 18, 2015

Track sessions will focus on: Enabling Business Results with Big Data — How to enable agency programs that will yield enormous value through big data to deliver actionable information and measureable results. Government is ever more reliant on data to deliver on mission and programs. where he was their CSO. www.intel.com.

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Dataconomy

JUNE 27, 2023

Neglecting cyber hygiene can make individuals and organizations more vulnerable to cyberattacks, such as malware infections, data breaches, and identity theft ( Image credit ) There is a cyber hygiene checklist you need to follow Cyber hygiene is not merely an option but a necessity in our digital age.

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The Verge

MAY 14, 2020

Then, 11 minutes into the interview, his interrogators asked him about a program called Kronos. Hutchins had never intended to end up making banking malware, but after spending years of his life on various hacking forums he found himself trying to compete with the hackers he was socializing with. Kronos,” Hutchins said. “I

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Vox

MARCH 9, 2024

This week, congressional offices on Capitol Hill were inundated with phone calls and social media posts begging them to reconsider an audacious bill currently moving through Congress: a potential ban on TikTok. . | Matt Cardy/Getty Images A user revolt has only made Congress more determined to ban TikTok. But it’s not over.

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Dataconomy

MARCH 20, 2023

It is a type of malware that can cause significant damage to computer systems and networks by replicating itself and spreading autonomously. A computer worm is a type of malware that replicates itself and spreads throughout a computer network without the need for a host program or user interaction. What is a computer worm?

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CIO Business Intelligence

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Using the “same old” low-skill tactics, common tools, and a bit of social engineering, hackers can get around complex security policies such as multi-factor authentication (MFA) and identity and access management (IAM) systems. Let’s revisit the most prevalent security threats and see how they’re evolving in 2023.

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Dataconomy

JULY 19, 2023

It is advised to stay away from these kinds of programs, applications, or projects, as they might have negative influences on your life. The creator of WormGPT provides access to a chatbot that helps hackers create malware and phishing assaults, allowing cybercriminals to prey on gullible people and organizations.

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Galido

MARCH 13, 2017

Internet security has become a hot topic of debate today, and his really comes as little surprise given the large amounts of devastating malware attacks users are experiencing all around the globe. Protection against such threats has always been with the use of malware protection software but this is not enough today. Be careful.

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The Verge

JANUARY 21, 2022

Ransomware — malware that prevents you from accessing your files unless you pay the hacker that infected your computer — has been an issue plaguing computer users and businesses for years. The first consists of malware scans, which are on by default, and which you can learn more about here. Illustration by Maria Chimishkyan.

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CTOvision

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

It delivers visibility into DDoS, waterholing, injections, malware, botnets, social engineering and other cyber incidents, ensuring organizations are first equipped with the freshest possible information. Since Cyber Threat Analytics is source agnostic, it can use an organization’s current feeds to help protect existing investments.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 26, 2023

These models could do highly sophisticated attack campaigns at scale, and make malware and BEC even more of a problem. The results of our experiment indicated human social engineers still significantly outperformed AI in terms of inducing clicks on malicious links.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

On June 14, 2019, Taylor Swift posted a seemingly random string of text to her social media accounts: gxgjxkhdkdkydkhdkhfjvjfj!!! into YouTube pulls up another Taylor Swift music video, " The Man ," which came out nearly a year after the initial social post. But Swifties knew better.

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Scott Lowe

JANUARY 27, 2023

I’ve got another collection of links to articles on networking, security, cloud, programming, and career development—hopefully you find something useful! This article on using osquery for behavioral detection of macOS malware was an interesting read. Welcome to Technology Short Take #164! Well worth reading, in my opinion.

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