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Email attacks rose by 293% compared to the first half of 2023

Email attacks surged 293% in the first half of 2024 compared to 2023, underlining the urgent need for advanced cybersecurity measures.

Exploring modern data security and management: Intelligent ransomware defense

Organizations must prioritize understanding and preparing for ransomware threats to mitigate operational disruptions.
Effective backup and recovery strategies can significantly reduce recovery time and costs from ransomware attacks.

Email attacks rose by 293% compared to the first half of 2023

Email attacks surged 293% in the first half of 2024 compared to 2023, underlining the urgent need for advanced cybersecurity measures.

Exploring modern data security and management: Intelligent ransomware defense

Organizations must prioritize understanding and preparing for ransomware threats to mitigate operational disruptions.
Effective backup and recovery strategies can significantly reduce recovery time and costs from ransomware attacks.
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AI boosts nuclear power, Salesforce bets on agents, and the remote-work era winds down - SiliconANGLE

Massive investments are being poured into AI infrastructure by major players like Microsoft and BlackRock.
Microsoft is taking drastic measures, including restarting a nuclear plant to support AI service demands.
Salesforce's focus on AI agents indicates a strong belief in their future role in enterprise computing.
Amazon's approach to remote work suggests a misplaced focus on employee presence over addressing systemic innovation issues.

What to do when your vendor has a data breach | MarTech

Organizations must prepare for inevitable data breaches, focusing on third-party vendor security and response protocols.
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Asia-Pacific Ransomware Threats Depend on Country and Sector, Says Rapid7

Ransomware threats in Asia-Pacific vary by jurisdiction and sector
Intelligence on specific attack trends can enhance ransomware defense

Repeat Ransomware attacks on 78% of victims who pay - Cybersecurity Insiders

Avoid ransom payments to deter cybercriminals
Ransom payment increases likelihood of repeat attacks and escalating demands

Zscaler just uncovered what could be the largest ransomware payment of all time

Ransomware attacks are on the rise, with a record $75 million ransom payment highlighting the growing threat and impact on organizations.

Medical-Targeted Ransomware Is Breaking Records After Change Healthcare's $22M Payout

Ransomware attacks on healthcare have been increasing, with a significant spike in 2024, impacting insurance payment processing.
The healthcare industry has seen a rise in ransomware incidents compared to overall attacks, with a notable increase post the Change Healthcare incident.

Asia-Pacific Ransomware Threats Depend on Country and Sector, Says Rapid7

Ransomware threats in Asia-Pacific vary by jurisdiction and sector
Intelligence on specific attack trends can enhance ransomware defense

Repeat Ransomware attacks on 78% of victims who pay - Cybersecurity Insiders

Avoid ransom payments to deter cybercriminals
Ransom payment increases likelihood of repeat attacks and escalating demands

Zscaler just uncovered what could be the largest ransomware payment of all time

Ransomware attacks are on the rise, with a record $75 million ransom payment highlighting the growing threat and impact on organizations.

Medical-Targeted Ransomware Is Breaking Records After Change Healthcare's $22M Payout

Ransomware attacks on healthcare have been increasing, with a significant spike in 2024, impacting insurance payment processing.
The healthcare industry has seen a rise in ransomware incidents compared to overall attacks, with a notable increase post the Change Healthcare incident.
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Countries hacking infrastructure 'should be a wake-up call'

Intrusions into US water systems by China, Russia, and Iran serve as a warning about the vulnerability of critical infrastructure.
Hacktivists may have ties to government intelligence services, posing a threat to critical infrastructure security.
Nation-state intelligence services using hacktivist groups to carry out cyber attacks is a concerning trend that adds complexity to cybersecurity threats.

BeyondTrust Report: Microsoft Security Vulnerabilities Decreased by 5% in 2023

The total number of Microsoft vulnerabilities in 2023 was relatively stable compared to previous years, with a slight decrease.
The rate of critical Microsoft vulnerabilities has decreased in 2023, signaling potential improvements in addressing high-severity issues.

CrowdStrike 2024 Global Threat Report: 6 Key Takeaways

Identity-based attacks remain prevalent
Cloud environment intrusions up by 75% from 2022 to 2023
Third-party relationships exploited for easier attacks

How to implement identity and access management (IAM) effectively in your business

IAM tools are increasingly crucial in cybersecurity to combat credential compromises and deter cyber attacks.

Global IT snarl puts cyber firm CrowdStrike in spotlight

A faulty patch from CrowdStrike Holdings Inc. caused massive IT failures impacting various sectors with a significant financial impact.
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