Te years since the first corp ransomware and no end in sight
Ransomware attacks on corporations have increased over the past decade, with no sign of slowing down, posing a significant threat to information security. [ more ]
Why health care has become a top target for cybercriminals
Healthcare organizations are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks due to the valuable patient data they hold.
Cybersecurity experts are concerned about the rising number of breaches in the healthcare sector causing disruptions and exposing sensitive information. [ more ]
Biden to veto any efforts to shutter SEC cyber disclosure rules
The White House reaffirmed its commitment to a SEC rule on cybersecurity disclosures and stated that President Biden would veto any efforts to eliminate the regulation.
Lawmakers both in the Senate and the House have proposed measures to nullify the SEC rule, arguing that disclosing cyber incidents could compromise businesses and national security. [ more ]
Europol and international law enforcement partners have arrested five individuals involved in ransomware attacks on over 1,800 victims worldwide.
The arrests were made following raids in Ukraine, and the suspects are accused of encrypting servers and extorting millions of euros from their victims.
This is part of a larger investigation that previously resulted in the arrest of 12 individuals in Ukraine and Switzerland. [ more ]
Dutch cybersecurity startup bags 36M amid spike in online attacks
Eye Security focuses on providing cyber protection, incident response, and cyber insurance services to small-to-medium sized companies.
The recent funding round led by JPMorgan brings Eye Security's total amount raised to € 57.5mn to help consolidate its presence in the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, and expand into other European nations. [ more ]
Cyberattacks at Toronto library, zoo show need for public bodies to boost online security: experts | CBC News
Public organizations are vulnerable to ransomware attacks due to their storage of personal employee data and the expectation of staying open and functioning.
Restoring services after a ransomware attack can be a lengthy and painstaking process. [ more ]
Cyber threat hunting is a proactive security measure that uses advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI to detect and neutralize potential threats before they cause damage.
72% of businesses worldwide were affected by ransomware attacks in 2023, leading to increased demand for cyber threat hunting solutions. [ more ]
Is critical infrastructure prepared for OT ransomware?
Ransomware attacks targeting operational technology systems in critical sectors, such as power plants and manufacturing plants, may become more prevalent.
These attacks have the potential to cause physical havoc and compromise safety, leading to societal panic and chaos. [ more ]
Ransomware defence for backups: Practical steps to ensure protection
Data backup solutions are critical for protecting against data loss due to ransomware attacks.
Ransomware attacks are a clear and present danger in today's digital world, and proactive steps such as backup and recovery solutions should be adopted. [ more ]