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6 most common cyber security vulnerabilities you should know in 2023

Contributed by George Mack, Content Marketing Manager, Check Point Software. Nearly all security incidents stem from cyber security vulnerabilities. What is a cyber security vulnerability? A vulnerability is a weakness in a system, such as outdated software or unauthorized access, that allows a threat actor to exploit it for malicious purposes. Therefore, to protect your […]

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How DNS Layer Security Stops Ransomware and Other Cyberattacks

DNS-Layer Security protects users from threats that arise from inbound and outbound traffic. It refers to monitoring communications between endpoints and the internet at a DNS-layer level. Imagine the DNS layer security as a gatekeeper who makes sure that all potentially malicious visitors remain at the gate. But that`s not all. The gatekeeper keeps an […]

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Two New York Hospitals Breached by the LockBit Ransomware Group

The notorious LockBit ransomware group claims to have breached two major hospitals from upstate New York, the Carthage Area Hospital and Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center. The two hospitals serve hundreds of thousands of patients. Details on the Attack: The Hospitals Are Struggling The two hospitals have been suffering greatly as a result of the cyberattack that […]

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Catches of the Month: Phishing Scams for September 2023

Welcome to our September 2023 catches of the month feature, which examines recent phishing scams and the tactics criminals use to trick people into compromising their data. Following last month’s news that Microsoft was the most impersonated brand in phishing scams in Q2 2023 – which is hardly surprising given its popularity – this month we discuss three more Microsoft-based scams: two involving Teams and one exploiting Word. Storm-0324 malware distributor targets victims via Teams Microsoft reports that a threat actor identified as Storm-0324, who has been associated with email phishing campaigns since at least 2016, has been sending phishing

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What Effect Does Firm Size Have on Ransomware Threats?

In an increasingly digital world, the threat of ransomware looms large over organizations of all sizes. However, the impact of ransomware attacks can vary significantly depending on the size of the targeted firm.  This article delves into the effects of firm size on ransomware threats, examining how different sizes of organizations experience distinct impacts when […]

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5 Examples of DNS IoCs That Are Red Flags for Cyberattacks

In the increasingly digitalized world that we live in, doing business without being connected 24/7 is almost unthinkable. Any medium to large organization needs to have an online way of displaying its products or services. It also needs a fast communication system with employees and customers. Finally, they need a better and more cost-effective way […]

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Battling DDoS attacks in the cloud

Grant Asplund is a proven multi-channel senior sales and marketing executive with history of exemplary achievement introducing/launching new products and establishing large, long-lasting pipelines and revenue growth within leading technology companies and start-ups. Cloud computing has emerged as both a solution and a challenge. DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attacks have found fertile ground in […]

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MGM Resorts had $339M compromised in 10 minutes or less

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Hackers launched an attack that hit MGM Resorts on Sunday morning, rendering doors to buildings unusable, and ATM machines inoperable. Elevators were also out of order, and customer had to wait hours to check into rooms. Five days later, teams are still working diligently to resolve the cyber security issues. As revealed by […]

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Banking Cybersecurity: The Risks Faced by Financial Institutions

A data breach in the financial sector is one of the most impactful events in the cybersecurity landscape. That is because Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) institutions/ financial institutions safeguard and store not only our money but also very valuable data. This includes large amounts of Personal Identifiable Information (PII). According to a Juniper […]

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Smart Savings, Smarter Learning: Inexpensive Research Papers

Here, I will talk about inexpensive research papers. In the academic world, the importance of producing high-quality, well-researched papers cannot be overstated. Yet, many students struggle with the financial implications of sourcing the necessary materials for their research. This article will delve into the world of inexpensive research papers, offering a guide on how to […]

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