Ransomware will thrive until we change our strategy 2025-07-29 at 08:36 By Help Net Security We have reached a stage where ransomware isn’t simply a cybercrime issue: it is now clearly a business disruptor, a threat to societal trust, and increasingly, a national security crisis. As James Babbage, Director General (Threats) at the UK’s National […]
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The final frontier of cybersecurity is now in space 2025-07-29 at 08:11 By Sinisa Markovic As the space sector becomes more commercial and military-focused, these assets are becoming attractive targets. The global space economy is booming and is expected to increase from $630 billion in 2023 to $1.8 trillion by 2035. This means the need
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Your supply chain security strategy might be missing the biggest risk 2025-07-28 at 09:03 By Help Net Security Third-party involvement in data breaches has doubled this year from 15 percent to nearly 30 percent. In response, many organizations have sharpened their focus on third-party risk management, carefully vetting the security practices of their vendors. However,
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The legal minefield of hacking back 2025-07-28 at 08:57 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Gonçalo Magalhães, Head of Security at Immunefi, discusses the legal and ethical implications of hacking back in cross-border cyber incidents. He warns that offensive cyber actions risk violating international law, escalating conflicts, and harming innocent third parties.
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How to fight document fraud with the latest tech tools 2025-07-28 at 07:07 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Thomas Berndorfer, CEO of Connecting Software, explores cutting-edge technologies designed to detect and prevent document forgery and digital fraud. He presents four key approaches to verifying document authenticity: IDVT, PKI, AI-based methods,
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Phishing simulations: What works and what doesn’t 2025-07-23 at 08:31 By Sinisa Markovic Phishing is one of the oldest and most effective scams used by cybercriminals. No one is immune to them, not even internet security experts, as seen in the case of Troy Hunt, who recently fell for a phishing email. Before AI became
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Ports are getting smarter and more hackable 2025-07-23 at 08:31 By Sinisa Markovic A new policy brief from NATO’s Cooperative Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence (CCDCOE) warns that critical port infrastructure, responsible for 80 percent of global trade, is increasingly under attack by threat actors tied to Russia, Iran, and China. These ports are essential
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What the law says about your next data breach 2025-07-22 at 10:13 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Chad Humphries, Solution Consultant, Networks & Cyber Security at Rockwell Automation, explores how cyber risk quantification is becoming essential for modern organizations. He breaks down global legal frameworks, AI’s growing role in dispute
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World Health Organization CISO on securing global health emergencies 2025-07-21 at 08:49 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Flavio Aggio, CISO at the World Health Organization (WHO), explains how the organization prepares for and responds to cyber threats during global health emergencies. These crises often lead to an increase in phishing scams,
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Cyber turbulence ahead as airlines strap in for a security crisis 2025-07-21 at 07:35 By Sinisa Markovic Aircraft systems are getting more connected and ground operations increasingly integrated, and attackers are taking notice. They’re shifting from minor disruptions to targeting critical systems with serious intent. Any time an aircraft transmits data, whether it’s flight position
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What a mature OT security program looks like in practice 2025-07-17 at 09:08 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Cindy Segond von Banchet CC, Cybersecurity Lead at Yokogawa Europe, shares her insights on what defines a sustainable OT security program. She outlines the key differences between short-term fixes and long-term resilience, and
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Why silent authentication is the smarter way to secure BYOD 2025-07-17 at 09:08 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Andy Ulrich, CISO at Vonage, explains how silent authentication offers a smarter, seamless solution to the security and productivity challenges of BYOD. He breaks down how it works, why it matters, and
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Experts unpack the biggest cybersecurity surprises of 2025 2025-07-16 at 08:19 By Mirko Zorz 2025 has been a busy year for cybersecurity. From unexpected attacks to new tactics by threat groups, a lot has caught experts off guard. We asked cybersecurity leaders to share the biggest surprises they’ve seen so far this year and what
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The Bitcoin treasury model is breaking, but Strategy’s isn’t. Here’s why 2025-07-15 at 19:03 By Cointelegraph by Bradley Peak As Bitcoin treasury bets stumble in 2025, Strategy thrives with disciplined capital, mNAV premiums and long-term focus. This article is an excerpt from Cointelegraph.com News View Original Source
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Securing vehicles as they become platforms for code and data 2025-07-15 at 08:31 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Robert Knoblauch, CISO at Element Fleet Management, discusses how the rise of connected vehicles and digital operations is reshaping fleet management cybersecurity. He points to growing risks like API breaches, tampering with onboard
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Stop settling for check-the-box cybersecurity policies 2025-07-15 at 07:43 By Sinisa Markovic After every breach, people ask: How did this happen if there were cybersecurity policies in place? The truth is, just having them doesn’t stop attacks. They only work if people know them and follow them when it matters. That’s where things often break
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Fake online stores look real, rank high, and trap unsuspecting buyers 2025-07-10 at 08:32 By Sinisa Markovic Shopping on a fake online store can lead to more than a bad purchase. It could mean losing money, having your identity stolen, or even getting malware on your device. E-shop scams rose by 790% in the first
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Why your security team feels stuck 2025-07-09 at 08:44 By Mirko Zorz Cybersecurity friction usually gets framed as a user problem: password policies that frustrate employees, MFA that slows down logins, or blocked apps that send workers into the arms of shadow IT. But there’s a different kind of friction happening behind the scenes, and
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Exposure management is the answer to: “Am I working on the right things?” 2025-07-08 at 09:07 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Dan DeCloss, Founder and CTO at PlexTrac, discusses the role of exposure management in cybersecurity and how it helps organizations gain visibility into their attack surface to improve risk assessment
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Cyberattacks are changing the game for major sports events 2025-07-08 at 08:32 By Sinisa Markovic Sports fans and cybercriminals both look forward to major sporting events, but for very different reasons. Fake ticket sites, stolen login details, and DDoS attacks are common ways criminals try to make money or disrupt an event. Why are sports
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