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89% of AI-powered APIs rely on insecure authentication mechanisms

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89% of AI-powered APIs rely on insecure authentication mechanisms 2025-01-30 at 06:33 By Help Net Security APIs have emerged as the predominant attack surface over the past year, with AI being the biggest driver of API security risks, according to Wallarm. “Based on our findings, what is clear is that API security is no longer […]

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How Lazarus Group built a cyber espionage empire

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How Lazarus Group built a cyber espionage empire 2025-01-29 at 11:04 By Help Net Security Since September 2024, SecurityScorecard’s STRIKE team has been investigating Lazarus Group’s activity, uncovering key details about their infrastructure. Despite variations in payload delivery and obfuscation techniques, the campaign relied on a consistent C2 framework. Hidden control panel Through deep analysis,

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Preparing financial institutions for the next generation of cyber threats

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Preparing financial institutions for the next generation of cyber threats 2025-01-29 at 07:34 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, James Mirfin, SVP and Head of Risk and Identity Solutions at Visa, discusses key priorities for leaders combating fraud, the next-generation threats institutions must prepare for, and the role of collaboration between financial

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Cybersecurity crisis in numbers

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Cybersecurity crisis in numbers 2025-01-29 at 07:03 By Help Net Security The number of US data compromises in 2024 (3,158) decreased 1% compared to 2023 (3,202), 44 events away from tying a record for the number of compromises tracked in a year, according to the Identity Theft Resource Center. Data breach notices surge The number

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SEC and FCA fines: Issues jump

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SEC and FCA fines: Issues jump 2025-01-29 at 06:33 By Help Net Security The financial sector faces communication compliance challenges as organizations struggle to maintain oversight across communication channels. Adding to the complexity is the unexpected rise of unconventional platforms, such as Snapchat, used for business operations. In this Help Net Security video, David Clee,

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Only 13% of organizations fully recover data after a ransomware attack

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Only 13% of organizations fully recover data after a ransomware attack 2025-01-29 at 06:04 By Help Net Security Ransomware attacks are disrupting and undermining business operations and draining revenue streams, according to Illumio. Findings from the study reveal that 58% of organizations had to shut down operations following a ransomware attack, up from 45% in

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74% of CISOs are increasing crisis simulation budgets

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74% of CISOs are increasing crisis simulation budgets 2025-01-28 at 06:46 By Help Net Security In the aftermath of 2024’s high-profile cybersecurity incidents, including NHS, CrowdStrike, 23andMe, Transport for London, and Cencora, CISOs are reassessing their organisation’s readiness to manage a potential “chaos” of a full-scale cyber crisis, according to Hack The Box. Many CISOs

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AI security posture management will be needed before agentic AI takes hold

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AI security posture management will be needed before agentic AI takes hold 2025-01-27 at 07:40 By Help Net Security As I’m currently knee deep in testing agentic AI in all its forms, as well as new iterations of current generative AI models such as OpenAI’s O1, the complexities of securing AI bot frameworks for enterprise

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Don’t let these open-source cybersecurity tools slip under your radar

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Don’t let these open-source cybersecurity tools slip under your radar 2025-01-27 at 07:07 By Help Net Security This article showcases free, open-source cybersecurity tools that help you identify and address vulnerabilities, detect intrusion, protect websites from cyber attacks, monitor and detect suspicious activities across your network. Am I Isolated: Open-source container security benchmark Am I

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Cyber trends set to influence business strategies

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Cyber trends set to influence business strategies 2025-01-27 at 06:42 By Help Net Security Diligent convened a group of 65 board members, C-suite executives, and leading subject matter experts to explore topics shaping the future of business: generative AI, cybersecurity and data privacy, geopolitical risk, and financial fraud and abuse. In this Help Net Security

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How to use Apple’s App Privacy Report to monitor data tracking

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How to use Apple’s App Privacy Report to monitor data tracking 2025-01-27 at 06:03 By Help Net Security The App Privacy Report, which Apple introduced in iOS 15.2, allows users to monitor how apps access data and interact with third-party services. The report provides an in-depth analysis of the types of sensitive data accessed by

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Deepfakes force a new era in fraud detection, identity verification

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Deepfakes force a new era in fraud detection, identity verification 2025-01-24 at 06:32 By Help Net Security The rise in identity fraud over the past two years has significantly impacted all industries, especially finance, banking, fintech, and crypto, according to Regula. With deepfakes threatening every second company around the world, businesses won’t be able to

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CERT-UA Warns of Malicious AnyDesk Requests Under the Pretext of Phony “Security Audits”  

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CERT-UA Warns of Malicious AnyDesk Requests Under the Pretext of Phony “Security Audits”   2025-01-23 at 15:33 By Cyble Overview  Government entities and organizations in Ukraine are on high alert after the Computer Emergency Response Team of Ukraine (CERT-UA) uncovered a social engineering campaign targeting unsuspecting users with malicious AnyDesk requests.     The attackers are impersonating

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Defense strategies to counter escalating hybrid attacks

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Defense strategies to counter escalating hybrid attacks 2025-01-23 at 07:33 By Zeljka Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Tomer Shloman, Sr. Security Researcher at Trellix, talks about attack attribution, outlines solutions for recognizing hybrid threats, and offers advice on how organizations can protect themselves against hybrid attacks. What are the most promising technologies or

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CISOs are juggling security, responsibility, and burnout

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CISOs are juggling security, responsibility, and burnout 2025-01-23 at 06:34 By Help Net Security This article gathers excerpts from multiple reports, presenting statistics and insights that may be valuable for CISOs, helping them with informed decision-making, risk management, and developing strategies to enhance their organization’s cybersecurity posture. CISOs don’t invest enough in code security 72%

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Funding soars in a milestone year for Israeli cybersecurity

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Funding soars in a milestone year for Israeli cybersecurity 2025-01-23 at 06:03 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Or Salom, Analyst at YL Ventures, discusses the State of the Cyber Nation Report 2024. The report reveals resilience and growth in the Israeli cybersecurity industry, with total investments reaching $4 billion across

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Acronis CISO on why backup strategies fail and how to make them resilient

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Acronis CISO on why backup strategies fail and how to make them resilient 2025-01-22 at 07:07 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Gerald Beuchelt, CISO at Acronis, discusses common backup strategy pitfalls, reasons for backup failures, and offers actionable advice for organizations looking to improve their backup and recovery processes. The post

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Cybersecurity books on ransomware you shouldn’t miss

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Cybersecurity books on ransomware you shouldn’t miss 2025-01-22 at 06:18 By Help Net Security This list of ransomware-focused cybersecurity books is tailored for professionals seeking practical insights and deeper knowledge. Covering technical strategies, real-world cases, and the evolving tactics of attackers, these books offer valuable perspectives to help strengthen defenses and refine incident response plans.

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Scam Yourself attacks: How social engineering is evolving

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Scam Yourself attacks: How social engineering is evolving 2025-01-21 at 07:30 By Help Net Security We’ve entered a new era where verification must come before trust, and for good reason. Cyber threats are evolving rapidly, and one of the trends getting a fresh reboot in 2025 is the “scam yourself” attacks. These aren’t your run-of-the-mill

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Addressing the intersection of cyber and physical security threats

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Addressing the intersection of cyber and physical security threats 2025-01-21 at 07:05 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security, Nicholas Jackson, Director of Cyber Operations at Bitdefender, discusses how technologies like AI, quantum computing, and IoT are reshaping cybersecurity. He shares his perspective on the new threats these advancements bring and offers practical advice

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