#cyber-threats

#cyber-threats

The UK is underestimating severe cyber threats from hostile nations, warns NCSC's Richard Horne.

The Computer Misuse Act needs urgent updates to address modern cyber security challenges and allow legitimate research.

Chief information security officers are increasingly concerned about the risk of cyber attacks, with many feeling unprepared, especially regarding ransomware.

UK government aims to lead a global dialogue on cyber security and skills.

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) will refresh its Active Cyber Defence (ACD) program to tackle cyber threats effectively in a 'whole of society' approach.

Flavour is advancing digital security and empowerment through playful learning and storytelling, backed by investment from Northwave Cyber Security and ROM Utrecht Region.

Travel tech safety encompasses both online privacy and physical theft protection for gadgets.

Brand protection is crucial for businesses to maintain integrity against digital threats like impersonation and fraud.

CISA and allied agencies have issued a guide to strengthen cybersecurity measures for communications providers against advanced persistent threats from cyber actors.

Vietnamese threat actor linked to information-stealing campaign targeting government and education sectors with PXA Stealer malware.

The incident at KnowBe4 underscores the risks of identity fraud and the necessity of stringent identity verification measures in hiring processes.

The UK government has launched a Laboratory for AI Security Research to bolster defenses against AI-related cyber threats, particularly from Russia.

The U.S. Justice Department has disrupted a major Russian intelligence-controlled hacking network that was using hacked home and small business internet routers for spying.

The U.S. government is increasingly concerned about cyber threats from major adversaries like Russia, China, and Iran.

Elections globally highlight the critical need for effective election security against corruption, cyber threats, and misinformation.

The UK government's Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy has launched an inquiry into securing the democratic process against cyber threats ahead of the next general election.

The committee has highlighted the risk of cyber attacks and foreign interference in elections, citing the 2019 general election and the increasing scope of the cyber threat landscape.

FBI warns of fake bomb threats from Russian domains to disrupt U.S. elections, but they are currently not considered credible.

CISA reports no significant threats to the security of today's presidential election.

AI tools contributing to more sophisticated misinformation.

Phishing campaigns using generative AI can increase likelihood of election personnel being targeted.

Healthcare organizations face a record number of ransomware attacks, with significant impacts on recovery time and costs.

Proactive human expertise is essential to combat ransomware threats in healthcare.

Cybersecurity incidents significantly disrupt healthcare, impacting patient care and outcomes.

ICS security measures are increasingly critical due to rising cyber threats.

Organizations must recognize ICS as integral to their business operations.

The risk of high-impact, low-frequency attacks necessitates urgent cybersecurity measures.

There was a 21.07% increase in exploit activity in Q2 2024 compared to Q1.

The BIG-IP Next Central Manager, extensively used for network management, faces critical vulnerabilities, exposing top corporations to potential cyber intrusion.

Application security is vital for protecting sensitive data and maintaining business operations against evolving cyber threats.

Google's Pixel devices now feature enhanced security measures against baseband attacks to protect against rising cybersecurity threats.

SASE integrates SD-WAN and cloud-native security features for a comprehensive network security approach.

Organizations should consider factors like cost, security needs, and seamless integration when choosing a SASE platform.

Security protocols may trigger due to unusual network activity, requiring user verification.

The system detected unusual activity to enhance security and verification for users.

Remote work blurs the line between work and home networks, challenging traditional security perimeters.

Sophisticated threats like advanced persistent threats and insiders present significant security challenges in a borderless network environment.

Phishing emails bypass DMARC checks and security measures, highlighting the need for advanced security tactics.

Gaming exposes individuals to cyber threats like hacking, malware, identity theft, and scams, necessitating precautions for protection.

Cyber threats and attacks are increasing in frequency and sophistication.

Organizations need to be prepared and have a plan in place to respond to cyber incidents.

Time is of the essence in responding to a cyber incident.

The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) have signed a working arrangement to enhance cross-border information sharing and cooperation in tackling cyber threats.

The agreement focuses on sharing best practices for incident reporting and threat intelligence on basic cyber threats, as well as addressing common challenges in the cyber threat landscape.