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Ransomware Attack Claims Surface Against Boeing Aerospace giant Boeing is currently investigating claims made by the LockBit ransomware gang that large amounts of sensitive data were stolen from its network. The cybercrime group made an entry on their leak site threatening to publish the data unless Boeing contacts them to negotiate a ransom. While the…
The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance Introduction In today’s interconnected world, the importance of maintaining strong cybersecurity practices cannot be overstated. As technology continues to advance, businesses face an ever-increasing number of threats, both external and internal, to the security of their digital infrastructure. Consequently, regulatory frameworks have been developed to guide organizations in safeguarding…
CrowdStrike Strengthens Cloud Security Offerings with Bionic Acquisition Introduction CrowdStrike, a leading extended detection and response (XDR) company, is expanding its cloud security capabilities through its recent acquisition of Bionic last month. This acquisition marks a significant move for CrowdStrike into the world of application security and proactive cloud security. By integrating Bionic’s technology into…
Report: The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, where cyber threats and vulnerabilities abound, it is crucial for IT professionals to have a solid understanding of compliance frameworks and how to align with them. With the rise in data breaches and the increasing importance of safeguarding sensitive information, adherence to…
Skills Needed for Today’s CISOs: Navigating the Shifting Tides of Cybersecurity The Evolving Role of a CISO In the ever-changing landscape of cybersecurity, the role of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) has undergone a significant evolution. Gone are the days when a CISO could solely rely on technical expertise to protect an organization’s digital…
The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance Introduction In today’s digital age, where privacy breaches and cyber threats are no longer uncommon, IT professionals play a crucial role in protecting sensitive information and ensuring compliance with various frameworks and regulations. This report will explore the significance of aligning with frameworks such as HIPAA, NIST, CIS-CSC, Essential…
Online games use dark designs to collect player data, researchers reveal Introduction A study conducted by scientists at Aalto University’s Department of Computer Science has shed light on potentially questionable data collection practices in online games. The researchers also uncovered misconceptions and concerns about privacy among players, prompting calls for improved privacy protections in the…
Cybercrime In Other News: Ex-NSA Employee Spying for Russia, EU Threat Landscape, Cyber Education Funding HTTP DDoS attacks on the rise In the third quarter of this year, there has been a significant increase in hyper-volumetric HTTP Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, according to Cloudflare. The company has reported mitigating thousands of these attacks…
## Advanced ‘StripedFly’ Malware With 1 Million Infections Shows Similarities to NSA-Linked Tools A highly sophisticated malware, dubbed StripedFly, has been operating undetected for five years and has infected over one million devices, according to cybersecurity firm Kaspersky. The malware, posing as a cryptocurrency miner, contains code sequences that were previously observed in malware used…
Cybersecurity Concerns on the Rise, SonicWall Survey Reveals Introduction In a recent report released by cybersecurity company SonicWall, the findings indicate that cyberattacks are a growing concern for organizations around the world. The 2023 SonicWall Threat Mindset Survey highlights the increasing worries about digital attacks like ransomware and spear phishing. As cyber threats continue to…