Computer Weekly

JUNE 5, 2017

What strategies should organisations follow to block malware attachments which continue to account for two-thirds of malware infections that result in data breaches?

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CTOvision

SEPTEMBER 13, 2014

It’s no longer enough to share and compare yesterday’s malware samples. This cyber alliance provides a critical framework for educating each other on the infrastructure and evolving tactics behind these attacks.” ” – Vincent Weafer , senior vice president for McAfee Labs, part of Intel Security.

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CTOvision

JULY 29, 2015

Emerging Threats - now part of Proofpoint - is a world-leading provider of open source and commercial threat and malware intelligence. Founded in 2003 as a cyber security research community, Emerging Threats has become a de facto standard in network-based malware threat detection.

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CIO Business Intelligence

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Malware distribution The opportunistic nature of website spoofing allows attackers to distribute malware to users’ devices. The distribution of malware serves various purposes, from causing general system distribution to potentially being employed as a tool for more sophisticated cyberattacks.

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Kitaboo

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

The pandemic significantly accelerated the transformation to a digital education environment. Educational institutions worldwide have seen widespread adoption of third-party collaboration apps, cloud-based EdTech solutions, and collaboration tools. Table of Contents: I. What is Student Data Privacy? How to Protect Student Data?

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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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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 13, 2023

In addition, shadow IT can lead to compliance violations and malware infections. Malware infections: Shadow IT devices and applications are more likely to be infected with malware than corporate systems. Educate employees about shadow IT. Shadow IT is particularly prone to exploitation by hackers.

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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

JANUARY 19, 2023

Among the information McQuiggan shares, he discusses how and why healthcare, education, government, and retail are the top industries targeted in ransomware attacks. They're getting into the network, they're installing malware, maybe additional malware, as well. It will be available for viewing through August 2023.

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Kitaboo

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Technology has made its way into every industry, and the educational publishing industry is no exception. The highest proportion (more than 50% ) of EdTech end users is made up of students and teachers from K12 educational institutions. As a result, technical support teams need to function at the top of their game.

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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. The emails can come with attachments or links that when clicked load malware onto your PC. Install anti-virus and anti-malware programs. Drive-by Attacks.

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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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SecureWorld News

JULY 3, 2023

As we rely increasingly on digital technologies for our work, communication, entertainment, and education, we also expose ourselves to more and more cyber risks. Ransomware is malware that encrypts the victim's data and demands a ransom for its decryption. We need to be aware of, educated about, and proactive regarding it.

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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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Dataconomy

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Image credit ) The importance of ongoing education It’s important to recognize that knowledge is only half the battle – and that the solution to cyber risks often has to pivot between the needs of medical practitioners and the technology that serves hospital environments.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 7, 2023

Recruiters and HR departments handle sensitive information like names, date of birth, postal and email addresses, work history, and education. The email would include an attachment that when clicked installs malware that steals the individual's sensitive information. Malware attacks are carried out via infected websites and software.

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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 7, 2023

Based on the BitPaymer ransomware and part of the Dridex malware family, DoppelPaymer used a unique tool capable of compromising defence mechanisms by terminating the security-related process of the attacked systems. The DoppelPaymer attacks were enabled by the prolific EMOTET malware.

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CTOvision

OCTOBER 29, 2014

There is a 12% year-to-year increase in security events to educate and inform organizations. Malware Bytes defines the symmetric key encryption using an illustration where two communicating computers must know the secret code to encrypt and decrypt information. IBM’s latest Cyber Security Intelligence index report shows that: 1.5

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Network World

JULY 20, 2016

Department of Human Services has released new guidance for health care organizations that focuses on the growing threat of ransomware, stresses the need for better education and regular backups, and confirms that a ransomware attack against plain-text health information is, in fact, a breach that must be disclosed.

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Galido

DECEMBER 28, 2018

Educating users on these threats while limiting the pass through of data can mitigate the risk substantially. Educating personnel in cyber security is more paramount than ever. Stop Malware Attacks and Online Identity Theft. Think ahead, plan, and educate yourself, as well as your employees. Limiting Risk.

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CTOvision

JUNE 28, 2016

User education is most effective at stopping a social engineer. Users must be educated to understand that it’s typically not safe to divulge sensitive information. However, if your PC is infected with malware that redirects your web requests, you may still be at risk. The results could be catastrophic for the victim.

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Galido

JULY 10, 2018

Like phishing, malware is a major security concern for businesses of all size. Some of the infamous types of malware are viruses, worms, Trojan horses, ransomware, adware and spyware. Malware can steal information; damage data and affect your computer performance. So, they should be educated on cyber security. What to do?

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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.”. Educating your organisation is key. We regularly educate our employees about the potential of malware through scam emails, often alerting staff to current market scams as well as regular phishing exercises.

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Network World

MAY 19, 2017

Considering how much of our digital lives occurs online -- communications, financial transactions, entertainment, work, education, to name a few -- adopting even a few safe browsing practices can lead to broad benefits. To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

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Network World

APRIL 27, 2016

Educate employees. It only takes one click for malware, viruses and ransomware to in infiltrate your system, compromising important business data.” [Related: 5 tips for defending against advanced persistent threats ].

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 3, 2023

Play Ransomware has targeted victims across various sectors and regions, including industrial, manufacturing, technology, real estate, transportation, education, healthcare, government, etc. The hackers behind Play Ransomware claim to have access to a "master key" that can decrypt all files affected by their malware.

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CTOvision

JUNE 7, 2014

In this educational presentation, CTOvision’s Bob Gourley will provide actionable information that will help you review your security architecture and enhance your level of automation. Understand benefits of automated malware removal, not just remediation. Participants in this webinar will: .

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Gizmodo

AUGUST 25, 2021

President Joe Biden and other White House officials plan to meet with a cadre of business, tech, education leaders and others on Wednesday to discuss a pretty pressing issue: How exactly to keep America from getting hacked so much. Read more.

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Kitaboo

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Digital information between the two endpoints is vulnerable to malware attacks. So it may be cyber-attackers use malware or ransomware to steal your data, leaving you vulnerable to exploitation, and loss of revenue and reputation. With advancements in digital technologies malpractices are also becoming more sophisticated.

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Galido

JANUARY 22, 2020

Or, if your business has already fallen victim to this file-encrypting malware, it’ll reverse the damage. Invest in educating your staff on business data security. Ensuring your staff are not only educated but continually upskilled in spotting suspicious content, is essential to keeping your business safe.

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Dataconomy

JUNE 12, 2023

Use encryption and VPNs Avoid phishing and malware Be careful with social media and public Wi-Fi. Educate yourself and others. Avoid phishing and malware Phishing is a sort of cyberattack that use phony emails, websites, or messages to convince you to divulge your personal or financial information or click on nefarious links or files.

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CTOvision

APRIL 13, 2015

Offering five full days of educational training from experienced industry practitioners, the RSA Conference is widely regarded as one of the world''s leading forums for enterprises and technical information security professionals. RSA Conference 2015: Re-Think Your Approach to Malware Analysis By Leveraging Intelligence (blogs.rsa.com).

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CTOvision

FEBRUARY 20, 2017

Educating employees on the proper security protocols can minimize but not completely eliminate security threats. A good mobile security protocol should include: Updated anti-malware software on all mobile devices. Phishing campaigns are the main avenue for these cyber attacks on small businesses. Encrypted communication through a VPN.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The threat actor has been targeting government, military, energy, financial, educational, healthcare, and technology sector companies since 2009. Group-IB describes Tonto Team: "Tonto Team (aka HeartBeat, Karma Panda, CactusPete, Bronze Huntley, Earth Akhlut) is a cyber espionage threat actor that is believed to originate from China.

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Galido

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

This is why a sound IT security strategy should start with educating employees on the risks, and teaching best practices. Install Anti Malware Software and Prevent Phishing Attacks. Another important piece of software that you should install is anti-malware software.

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Kitaboo

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The Security and Privacy of eBooks: eBooks can be vulnerable to hacking, piracy, or malware attacks. How KITABOO Can Help You Create and Distribute Interactive eBooks Suppose you are an author, publisher, educator, or content creator who wants to create and distribute interactive eBooks.

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