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Connecticut School District Loses Over $6 Million in Cyber Attack August 11, 2023 | New Haven, Connecticut Introduction A cyberattack on the public school district in the city of New Haven, Connecticut, earlier this summer has resulted in a financial loss of more than $6 million. The school district has managed to recoup about half…
Threats Satellite Hack on Eve of Ukraine War was a Coordinated, Multi-Pronged Assault The satellite hack that occurred on the eve of the Ukraine war was more complex and extensive than originally thought, according to Mark Colaluca, the Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer at Viasat Corporate. Speaking at the Black Hat cybersecurity conference…
EvilProxy Phishing Campaign Targets Microsoft 365 Executives: An Alarming Rise in Account Takeovers Introduction A recent phishing campaign known as EvilProxy has targeted thousands of Microsoft 365 user accounts worldwide. Over a three-month period between March and June, attackers sent 120,000 phishing emails to more than 100 organizations across the globe, with the primary goal…
Report: The Persistent Threat of the Shellshock Vulnerability The Persistent Threat of the Shellshock Vulnerability Since its disclosure in 2014, the Shellshock vulnerability, also known as the Bash bug or CVE-2014-6271, continues to be a prevalent target for attackers, especially in financial services applications. Despite its age, this vulnerability remains popular due to its simplicity…
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 Launch of Vulcan Cyber Attack Path Graph: A Game-Changer in Vulnerability Risk Management Introduction In today’s digital landscape, cybersecurity threats are growing more frequent and severe, necessitating advanced vulnerability risk management solutions. Vulcan Cyber, a leading developer of cyber risk management platforms, has announced the launch of its new Vulcan Cyber Attack Path Graph….
Securing Sensitive Accounts: Learn PAM Security Strategies The Importance of PAM Security In the age of rapidly evolving cyber threats, prioritizing the security of sensitive accounts has become more crucial than ever before. Privileged Access Management (PAM) strategies offer innovative solutions to safeguard valuable data and mitigate the risks posed by cybercriminals. When implemented effectively,…
Cybercrime Bedding Giant Tempur Sealy Takes Systems Offline Following Cyberattack Introduction Bedding products provider Tempur Sealy recently announced that it has shut down certain systems following a cyberattack. The incident, which occurred on July 23, 2023, prompted the activation of the company’s incident response and business continuity plans. Tempur Sealy manufactures and sells mattresses, pillows,…
Protecting Your Devices: The Importance of Internet Security The Growing Threat of Cyber Attacks In an increasingly interconnected world, the importance of internet security cannot be overstated. Cyber attacks have become more prevalent and sophisticated, causing significant damage to individuals, businesses, and even governments. From data breaches that expose private information to malware that compromises…
Cybersecurity: Maximus Inc. Breach Exposes Millions of Individuals’ Personal Information The recent breach of the GoAnywhere MOVEit file transfer software has claimed yet another victim: Maximus Inc., a prominent US government contractor. While the company’s internal systems remain unaffected, personal information belonging to 8 to 11 million individuals may have been compromised. Maximus provides essential…