Cyber attacks stories - Page 39
Logjam: Log4j exploit attempts continue in globally distributed scans, attacks
Wed, 29th Dec 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Log4j exploit attempts persist globally, with evidence of scans and attacks, according to Sophos threat researcher Sean Gallagher.
A new tool to help the MSP community combat Log4j
Mon, 27th Dec 2021
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
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managed services
Datto is encouraging all MSPs to download a free script developed and made available on GitHub for any Remote Monitoring and Management solution.
End of 2021 marks drop in cyber attacks, and increase in remote access malware
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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malware
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uc
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ransomware
Unique cyber attacks decrease in Q3 2021, but attacks on individuals rise, says Positive Technologies report. Remote access trojans also on the rise.
Sophos reveals malicious tactics of AvosLocker ransomware
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Sophos research reveals how AvosLocker ransomware exploits AnyDesk to launch attacks, bypassing security controls.
Biggest data breach will hit in 2022 - Micro Focus
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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ueba
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
In the aftermath of digitalisation on a scale that we haven’t seen before, 2021 has left many organisations still scrambling to secure their IT networks.
False sense of security plagues organisations threatened by ransomware
Wed, 22nd Dec 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Two-thirds of security pros see ransomware and terrorism as equal threats, according to Venafi's global survey.
Increase in holiday bot attacks, new type of Grinch Bot uncovered
Wed, 22nd Dec 2021
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cybersecurity
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bots
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cyber attacks
Kasada data reveals increased holiday threats, rising bot attacks, and a new Grinch Bot variant used during hype drop sales.
4 out of 5 organisations to significantly increase cybersecurity budgets in 2022
Wed, 22nd Dec 2021
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malware
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ddos
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ransomware
Four in five organizations are increasing cybersecurity budgets for 2022, with half citing the cyber skills gap as a significant challenge.
Supply chain infrastructure and network security the focus of new Extreme Networks solution
Fri, 17th Dec 2021
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network infrastructure
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multi-cloud
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supply chain & logistics
Extreme Networks Inc. has announced a new technology solution designed to protect critical network infrastructure.
The Great Resignation will drive cyber attacks in 2022
Fri, 17th Dec 2021
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cyber attacks
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employment
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covid-19
AI cyber security experts Darktrace predict that the Great Resignation we’ve seen during the pandemic will drive cyber attacks in 2022.
What should be Australia’s public sector response to strengthening online security?
Thu, 16th Dec 2021
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mfa
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iam
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government
Government employees and contractors are prime targets for cyber-attacks because of the information they have access to.
Cloudflare partners with leading cyber insurers and incident response providers
Thu, 16th Dec 2021
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ddos
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cybersecurity insurance
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cybersecurity
Cloudflare has announced partnerships with leading cyber insurance companies to help businesses manage their risks online.
IT and comms top sectors targeted by cyber criminals, AI provides a solution
Wed, 15th Dec 2021
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ai security
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ai
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solar power
The IT and communications sector faced the highest number of cyber attacks globally in 2021, according to Darktrace's security researchers.
Positive Technologies reveals updated cybersecurity platform
Tue, 14th Dec 2021
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network infrastructure
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data analytics
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martech
Positive Technologies launches PT NAD 10.2, a network attack discovery solution that detects 37 types of suspicious activities.
Right-Hand announces expansion and new offerings for the APAC market
Tue, 14th Dec 2021
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uc
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Cybersecurity firm Right-Hand expands to US and Australia, launching AI-powered platform to tackle business data breaches.
Rubrik delivers cyber threat hunting in battle against ransomware
Thu, 9th Dec 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Rubrik has announced new enhancements to its cyber resilience solutions to help better equip customers in the fight against ransomware.
Record number of cyberattacks over Black Friday weekend
Fri, 3rd Dec 2021
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ddos
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cyber attacks
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black friday
Record number of cyberattacks hit companies during Black Friday weekend, with DDoS attacks flooding the internet, says IT security provider Link11.
Rubrik announces extended ransomware protection for Amazon S3 Object Lock
Thu, 2nd Dec 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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hyperscale
Zero trust data security firm Rubrik has announced extended protection against ransomware with support for Amazon Simple Storage Service Object Lock.
ESET analyses malicious frameworks targeting physically isolated networks
Thu, 2nd Dec 2021
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network infrastructure
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cybersecurity
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network management
ESET Research has analysed 17 malicious frameworks used to attack air-gapped networks, revealing 15 years of nation-state efforts.
The problem with near-misses in cybersecurity
Thu, 2nd Dec 2021
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malware
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data protection
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breach prevention
Cybersecurity breaches in infrastructure organizations carry high potential for chaos. Proactive protection is crucial.