2023-08-07 - Security World Trend Now

SecurityScorecard Reinvents Cyber Risk Management: Introducing Managed Services to Tackle Zero-Day and Supply Chain Vulnerabilities

Reynolds Alex1 year ago012 mins

SecurityScorecard Introduces Managed Cyber Risk Services to Address Third-Party Cyber Risk SecurityScorecard, a leading cybersecurity company, has announced its new partner-focused Managed Cyber Risk Services. These services aim to help organizations of all sizes manage and mitigate third-party cyber risk effectively. With the majority of organizations having a relationship with at least one-third party that…

The Escalation of Ransomware Attacks: Exploring the Alarming Impact of Zero-Day and One-Day Vulnerabilities

Nguyen Michael1 year ago09 mins

Ransomware on the Rise: Akamai Technologies Report Highlights Growing Threat Introduction Akamai Technologies, a cloud company known for powering and protecting the internet, has released a new State of the Internet report that sheds light on the evolving landscape of ransomware attacks. Titled “Ransomware on the Move: Exploitation Techniques and the Active Pursuit of Zero-Days,”…

Examining the Future of Cyberinsurance: Resilience Secures $100 Million to Enhance Cyber Risk Platform

Patel Maya1 year ago09 mins

Cyber Insurance Firm Resilience Raises $100 Million to Expand Its Cyber Risk Platform Resilience Cyber Insurance Solutions, a San Francisco-based cyber insurance firm, has raised $100 million through a Series D funding round. The funds will be used to support the expansion of its cyber risk platform, which was launched earlier this year. Resilience‘s platform…

Why Smart Devices Are Becoming a Must-Have for Peace of Mind

Patel Maya1 year ago011 mins

Smart Devices: Putting a Premium on Peace of Mind The Importance of Cybersecurity in Smart Devices In an increasingly connected world, smart devices have become an integral part of our daily lives. From smart TVs to robot vacuums, these devices offer convenience and functionality like never before. However, along with their numerous benefits, smart devices…

North Korean Cyber Intrusions Expand Beyond US and South Korea

Patel Maya1 year ago08 mins

Cyberwarfare: North Korean Hackers Target Russian Missile Developer In a surprising turn of events, it appears that North Korea has been targeting Russia in cyberspace. Two important North Korean hacking groups, ScarCruft and Lazarus, have been found to have targeted a Russian defense industrial base organization specializing in missiles and military spacecraft. The organization, NPO…

The Rise of OpenBullet: A Malware Campaign Exploiting Novice hackers

Nguyen Michael1 year ago08 mins

New Strategies for Securing Sensitive Accounts Introduction In our interconnected world, the security of sensitive accounts has become a paramount concern. With the rise of cyber threats, including malware, hacking, and exploitation, it is crucial to implement effective strategies to safeguard valuable information. This article explores the challenges associated with Privileged Access Management (PAM) and…

SANS Training Empowers Saudi Arabia with Cybersecurity Leadership

Nguyen Michael1 year ago09 mins

SANS Institute to Hold Cybersecurity Training Course in Riyadh Introduction The SANS Institute, a trusted and globally recognized organization in the field of information security training and certification, will be hosting a training course in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The event, titled “SANS Riyadh Cyber Leaders 2023,” aims to equip industry professionals with the essential skills…

Mallox Ransomware Group: Innovating Malware Variants and Evasion Tactics

Nguyen Michael1 year ago07 mins

The Mallox Ransomware Group: Stepping Up Attacks with Evasion Tactics Introduction The Mallox ransomware group, also known as TargetCompany, Fargo, and Tohnichi, has recently intensified its targeted attacks against organizations with vulnerable SQL servers. This group has gained momentum by combining its custom ransomware with the Remcos RAT and the BatCloak obfuscator. Researchers from TrendMicro…

Data Breach Nightmare: Colorado Dept. of Higher Education Falls Victim to Massive Cyberattack

Nguyen Michael1 year ago07 mins

Ransomware Incident Exposes Sensitive Data of Colorado Education Department Overview On August 4th, the Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE) announced a significant data breach incident that occurred between June 11th and 19th. In this ransomware attack, an unidentified group gained unauthorized access to CDHE systems and exfiltrated sensitive information. The breached data includes personal…

The Rise of Vietnam’s Ransomware: A Closer Look

Nguyen Michael1 year ago08 mins

Threats Report: New Ransomware Gang Emerges in Vietnam Introduction The cybersecurity landscape in Southeast Asia has recently welcomed a new ransomware gang operating out of Vietnam. This group, which is in its early stages of extortion campaigns, has been identified by researchers at Cisco Talos. The gang specifically targets English-speaking countries, Bulgaria, China, and Vietnam…