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Cybercriminals return to business as usual in a post-pandemic world

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Cybercriminals return to business as usual in a post-pandemic world 16/06/2023 at 06:31 By Help Net Security After two years of pandemic-induced disruption, 2022 was a return to business as usual for the world’s cybercriminals, according to Proofpoint. As COVID-19 medical and economic programs began to wind down, attackers had to find new ways to […]

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Cybersecurity culture improves despite the dark clouds of the past year

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Cybersecurity culture improves despite the dark clouds of the past year 16/06/2023 at 06:00 By Help Net Security Despite a hardening economic climate, heightened global tensions and the onset of new technology making cybercrime easier, 76% of the CISOs, suggested that no material breaches had occurred and 60% said that no material cybersecurity incident had

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How secure is your vehicle with digital key technology?

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How secure is your vehicle with digital key technology? 15/06/2023 at 08:22 By Help Net Security Digital key technology allows mobile devices to streamline approval for everyday access points, making it a fitting solution for the automotive industry. While there are a few different approaches to implementing digital keys for automotive use, a secure digital

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How cybercriminals target energy companies

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How cybercriminals target energy companies 15/06/2023 at 07:34 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Jim Simpson, Director of Threat Intelligence at Searchlight Cyber, discusses how cybercriminals employ specialized strategies when targeting energy companies. This is primarily due to the sensitive and valuable information these organizations hold and their critical role in

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Cyber debt levels reach tipping point

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Cyber debt levels reach tipping point 15/06/2023 at 06:35 By Help Net Security The tension between difficult economic conditions and the pace of technology innovation, including the evolution of AI, is influencing the growth of identity-led cybersecurity exposure, according to CyberArk. The CyberArk’s report details how these issues – allied to an expected 240% growth

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Small organizations outpace large enterprises in MFA adoption

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Small organizations outpace large enterprises in MFA adoption 15/06/2023 at 06:04 By Help Net Security The use of MFA has nearly doubled since 2020 and that phishing-resistant authenticators represent the best choice in terms of security and convenience for users, according to Okta. MFA authentication gains traction MFA authentication has steadily gained traction across organizations

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Enhancing security team capabilities in tough economic times

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Enhancing security team capabilities in tough economic times 14/06/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security According to ESG, 70% of cybersecurity pros expect budget cuts or freezes this year, which, in turn, will trigger project delays and greater vendor scrutiny. Understaffing and low budgets are ever-present challenges, but security teams are uniquely affected by alert

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Ignoring digital transformation is more dangerous than a recession

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Ignoring digital transformation is more dangerous than a recession 14/06/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security Business leaders worldwide understand they need to invest in digital transformation to meet a new innovation imperative, despite ongoing macroeconomic pressures and an increasingly uncertain, competitive business environment, according to Insight. The pandemic accelerated transformation in every industry as

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How to achieve cyber resilience?

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How to achieve cyber resilience? 13/06/2023 at 07:32 By Help Net Security Cyber resilience is a leading strategic priority today, and most enterprises are now pursuing programs to bolster their ability to mitigate attacks. Yet despite the importance placed on cyber resilience, many organizations struggle to measure their capabilities or track their progress. They are

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Quantum computing’s threat to national security

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Quantum computing’s threat to national security 13/06/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Denis Mandich, CTO at Qrypt, talks about quantum computing. If we thought AI turned security and privacy on their head, quantum computing will break how we encrypt data today and risk revealing sensitive data of citizens,

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Building a culture of security awareness in healthcare begins with leadership

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Building a culture of security awareness in healthcare begins with leadership 12/06/2023 at 07:35 By Mirko Zorz With the rise of modern trends such as cloud computing and remote work, healthcare institutions strive to balance accessibility, convenience, and robust security. In this Help Net Security interview, Ken Briggs, General Counsel at Salucro, discusses how fostering

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Examining the long-term effects of data privacy violations

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Examining the long-term effects of data privacy violations 12/06/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security Regulatory bodies are taking potential data privacy violations much more seriously this year after a relatively quiet period that followed the enactment of regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). We

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Lack of adequate investments hinders identity security efforts

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Lack of adequate investments hinders identity security efforts 12/06/2023 at 06:03 By Help Net Security Organizations are still grappling with identity-related incidents, with an alarming 90% reporting one in the last 12 months, a 6% increase from last year, according to The Identity Defined Security Alliance (IDSA). Protecting digital identities As identities continue to significantly

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Introducing the book: Creating a Small Business Cybersecurity Program, Second Edition

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Introducing the book: Creating a Small Business Cybersecurity Program, Second Edition 09/06/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video interview, Alan Watkins, CIS Controls Ambassador, CIS, talks about his new book – Creating a Small Business Cybersecurity Program, Second Edition. This book provides guidance and essential steps small businesses with

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Employee cybersecurity awareness takes center stage in defense strategies

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Employee cybersecurity awareness takes center stage in defense strategies 09/06/2023 at 06:31 By Help Net Security As cyberattacks intensify, more and more organizations recognize the need to have a strong security culture for all employees, according to Fortinet. Employee cybersecurity awareness The most recent report from Fortinet’s FortiGuard Labs found that ransomware threats remain at

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Factors influencing IT security spending

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Factors influencing IT security spending 09/06/2023 at 06:13 By Help Net Security Security executives are overwhelmingly craving more AI solutions in 2023 to help them battle the growing cybersecurity threat landscape, according to Netrix Global. 22% of respondents said that they would like to see more AI used in cybersecurity this year, nearly five times

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Unmasking the Darkrace Ransomware Gang

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Unmasking the Darkrace Ransomware Gang 08/06/2023 at 15:02 By cybleinc New Ransomware Holds Similarities with LockBit Ransomware Ransomware continues to pose the most critical cybersecurity threat to organizations’ infrastructure. This malicious software encrypts victims’ files and extorts payment in return for the decryption key. The consequences of ransomware attacks can be severe, including financial losses,

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AI: Interpreting regulation and implementing good practice

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AI: Interpreting regulation and implementing good practice 08/06/2023 at 08:05 By Help Net Security Businesses have been using artificial intelligence for years, and while machine learning (ML) models have often been taken from open-source repositories and built into business-specific systems, model provenance and assurance have not always necessarily been documented nor built into company policy.

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20 cybersecurity projects on GitHub you should check out

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20 cybersecurity projects on GitHub you should check out 08/06/2023 at 07:47 By Helga Labus Open-source GitHub cybersecurity projects, developed and maintained by dedicated contributors, provide valuable tools, frameworks, and resources to enhance security practices. From vulnerability scanning and network monitoring to encryption and incident response, the following collection encompasses a diverse range of projects

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The evolution of DDoS attacks in 2023

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The evolution of DDoS attacks in 2023 08/06/2023 at 07:10 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Mattias Fridström, Chief Evangelist at Arelion, talks about the DDoS threat landscape during 2023. DDoS attacks reflect significant geo-political challenges and social tensions and have become an increasingly important part of the hybrid warfare arsenal.

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