CIO Business Intelligence

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Unsurprisingly, there’s more to phishing than email: Email phishing: Attackers send emails with attachments that inject malware in the system when opened or malicious links that take the victim to a site where they’re tricked into revealing sensitive data. Further, AI is a potent tool in the arms of cybersecurity experts.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021

Whether it is ransomware, other types of malware, or any number of cyberattacks, threat actors keep inventing new techniques to cause disruption. In a blog post, Neel Mehta, Information Security lead for Google, explains how a hacker has managed to break certificate code parsing to invade email inboxes and infect users with malware.

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Network World

AUGUST 3, 2016

Many of the large payment card breaches that hit retail and hospitality businesses in recent years were the result of attackers infecting point-of-sale systems with memory-scraping malware. POS systems are specialized computers. They also have specialized payment applications installed to handle transactions.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 28, 2020

But the bank left out a critical detail about the software: it included malware.". Now, the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) is jumping on the concerns surrounding this Chinese malware whack-a-mole. Since at least March 2019, Baiwang released software updates which installed a driver automatically along with the main tax program.

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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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Cloud Musings

DECEMBER 14, 2014

The resulting breaches occur primarily through malware, including Trojan horses, adware, worms, viruses and downloaders [6]. Malware is malicious software created for egregious objectives. Malware is intended to be quiet and hidden as it enters environments and is executed. Most Active Malware Today.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 1, 2020

It has also agreed to strengthen its information security program through a series of steps, which must be done within 180 days of the agreement. In 2014, hackers accessed the company's network and installed malware to the self-checkout point-of-sale system. The company will pay a total of $17.5 million to 46 U.S.

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CTOvision

JUNE 28, 2016

In addition, the bank would ask for other information to authenticate you as a valid account holder, such as your name, account number, and possibly address or phone number. You can typically be assured that you’re connecting to the authentic site. The same concept holds true for websites that are password protected.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 2, 2022

New research from security firm CloudSEK shows that more than 3,200 mobile applications were leaking Twitter API (Application Program Interface) keys, which can be used to gain access and take over user accounts. Along with OAuth, Twitter API also uses controls such as app-based authentication and user-based authentication.

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Network World

MARCH 29, 2017

The source code for a new Trojan program that targets banking services has been published online, offering an easy way for unskilled cybercriminals to launch potent malware attacks against users. The Trojan is called Nuclear Bot and first appeared for sale on underground cybercrime forums in early December for $2,500.

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The Verge

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Apple says a service known as Gatekeeper “performs online checks to verify if an app contains known malware and whether the developer’s signing certificate is revoked.” In its updated support document, Apple makes clear that security checks it makes when authenticating software do not include a user’s Apple ID or device identity.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Specific ransomware and malware strains affecting schools. Aside from ransomware, malware has also been a problem for K-12 schools. Though not as prevalent as ransomware and malware, there have been reports of DDoS attacks on schools, as well as video conference interruptions by cyber actors. Now, let's look at some specifics.

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CIO Business Intelligence

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The US Department of Agriculture’s ReConnect Program furnishes loans and grants to provide funds for the costs to construct, improve, or acquire the facilities and equipment needed to provide broadband service in eligible rural areas.

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Galido

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

You use a great email scanner and anti-virus program. And you’ve enabled two-factor authentication. Potential clients visit your site, and their systems are attacked by malware. Run regular scans on your site to check for malware or signs that it’s been hacked. You’re a smart business owner. What about your website?

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2024

Leveraging vendor donation programs Many tech companies offer discounted or donated products to nonprofits to help them stay safe and secure. These programs are an excellent way for nonprofits to access high-quality cybersecurity tools without straining their budgets.

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CTOvision

MARCH 17, 2015

1 area of spending increase in 2015, with nearly half (46%) planning to invest more in access control, intrusion prevention, and virus and malware protection. Multi-factor authentication for both cloud-based accounts and on-premise Active Directory will now be part of Windows, rather needing a hardware solution to complete.

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Vox

JUNE 18, 2022

But the most frightening vision isn’t an alien being at all — it’s a computer program. Call it “cosmic malware.”. But the news is a reminder that there is little in the way of clear agreement about how the world should handle an authenticated message from an apparent alien civilization, or whether it can even be done safely.

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CTOvision

OCTOBER 28, 2015

Spanning a wide range of malicious activities from destructive malware and denial of service attacks, to the theft of intellectual property and even espionage, cyber threats pose a significant risk to any business. In recent years, multiple high-profile, high-impact breaches have raised awareness of the cyber threat.

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CIO Business Intelligence

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

As a result, the potential for malware to become resident on home computers is increasing.”. Locandro highlights the need to focus on the securing the edge with cyber products which cover “end point” protection, two-factor authentication as well as employees keeping up to date with virus protection software on home computers.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 30, 2023

It serves as a vessel for various strains of malware, including ransomware, and underlies data-stealing campaigns that target large organizations and individuals alike. To view it, the unsuspecting person has to go through a rabbit hole of authentication steps. And for good reason.

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Kitaboo

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Third-party DRM solutions offer robust authentication and encryption measures, preventing piracy or unauthorized access. To empower teachers with the skills and information required for student data safety, conducting comprehensive training programs becomes paramount. Make sure to delete these unused files regularly. Wrapping Up!

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SecureWorld News

MAY 16, 2023

Without adhering to the kind of consistent cybersecurity standards that CREST supports, it has the potential to weaken their defenses by creating holes and cracks where attackers can hide malware." Botts is Director of the Global Cyber Security Program at University of St.

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Scott Lowe

MAY 27, 2022

Along those lines, one of their latest articles discusses how to achieve identity-based mutual authentication leveraging eBPF. Vaughan-Nichols writes about the first malware discovered running on AWS Lambda. Programming. now has a follow-up exploit that exposes Aruba and Avaya network switches to remote code execution.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 15, 2020

Cyber actors target banking information using banking trojans, which are malicious programs that disguise themselves as other apps, such as games or tools. And here's more on banking trojans: "In another scenario, banking trojans can be used as a “dropper” to install malware onto a user’s phone, particularly spyware (aka stalkerware).

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 24, 2023

Malware Certain types of malicious software are designed to steal passwords or attempt to crack passwords. Keeping software and operating systems up to date, using security software, and being careful when opening email attachments or clicking links can help avoid malware. Deploying video surveillance can also help here.

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Dataconomy

MAY 5, 2023

Malware: Malware can be introduced into IoT devices, which can then spread to other devices on the same network, causing widespread damage. Cyber-attacks: IoT devices can be attacked by hackers who exploit vulnerabilities in their software or firmware. These attacks can cause the devices to malfunction or steal sensitive data.

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CIO Business Intelligence

JUNE 6, 2023

OpenAI recently suffered a leak of ChatGPT users’ conversation histories , exposing vulnerabilities within their program and sparking concerns among employers who want to safeguard their data. To verify the authenticity of an email, most of us will look for spelling or grammatical mistakes. Phishing 2.0:

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Galido

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

How is the authentication process for information access? Vendor risk management program. Anti-malware and anti-ransomware software. Multifactor authentication. Whether it’s your vendor risk management program or third-party business associates, everything should be well-aligned to avoid any data breach.

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Galido

JULY 30, 2019

Millions of malware attacks are launched at businesses and individuals each and every day, and your business is vulnerable to attack. It should protect you against potentially unwanted programs (PUPs), worms, ransomware, Trojans, and all other kinds of malicious software. Put two factor authentication into place.

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Dataconomy

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

In the event of a security incident, such as a data breach or malware attack, the MSSP springs into action. This includes monitoring network traffic, logs, and endpoints for suspicious activity, as well as implementing intrusion detection and prevention systems.

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Cloud Musings

OCTOBER 13, 2015

Protecting the network from intrusion, malware and other threats is still as important as ever. The security analytic engine would flag that as being an unusual occurrence and Cloud Access Manager would interpret the higher risk score as a cue for stepping up authentication requirements. Bill: You’re welcome Kevin.

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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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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

Summary: This data breach was unique in the sense that there was not a breach in the company's servers, but an authentication error, meaning no authentication was required to view documents. They then gained access to a customer service database and uploaded malware to capture sensitive information. Who attacked: no attacker.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Given WordPress' innate ability to appeal to those without extensive programming or coding knowledge, overlooking a site's security can leave it—and the data that sits in the back-end—vulnerable to compromise. Fundamentally, across the site, strong password policies and multi-factor authentication (MFA) must be enabled.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Summary: This data breach was unique in the sense that there was not a breach in the company's servers, but an authentication error, meaning no authentication was required to view documents. They then gained access to a customer service database and uploaded malware to capture sensitive information. Who attacked: no attacker.

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ForAllSecure

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Traditional anti-malware research relies on customer systems but what if a particular malware wasn’t on the same platform as your solution software? éveillé from ESET joins The Hacker Mind podcast to talk about the challenges of building his own internet scanner to scan for elusive malware. Marc-Etienne M.Léveillé

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