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Remote Workers Show Greater Awareness of Cybersecurity Risks Than In-Office Employees, Study Finds Introduction In a recent study conducted by Joseph K. Nwankpa and Pratim Milton Datta, it was discovered that individuals who work remotely display a higher level of awareness regarding cybersecurity threats compared to in-office employees. This finding challenges the common assumption that…
Ransomware Strain TZW Targets Individuals and Small Businesses Researchers at security and operations analytics firm Netenrich have identified a new strain of ransomware called TZW, which targets individuals and small businesses. Unlike typical ransomware attacks that demand millions of dollars in ransom, TZW demands smaller ransoms from each client. This approach allows the threat actors…
Understanding the Growing Threat of Social Engineering Social engineering attacks have become increasingly prevalent in the cyber landscape, with attackers relying on these tactics as an effective approach to compromise businesses. According to the recently released Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR), about one in every six attacks includes a social engineering component. As a…
Artificial Intelligence In Other News: Linux Kernel Exploits, Update on BEC Losses, Cybersecurity Awareness Act Introduction This week’s cybersecurity roundup brings attention to several significant stories that may have flown under the radar. From a ransomware attack on Kaiserslautern University in Germany to the release of the 2023 State of Offensive Security report by Bishop…
French Cybersecurity Startup Elba Raises €2.5 Million for Employee-Focused Product French cybersecurity startup, Elba, has secured €2.5 million in a funding round led by XAnge to help organizations identify their employees’ cybersecurity issues. Elba aims to reduce the burden on IT teams and empower employees to review and solve their security issues. Elba‘s solution integrates…
World Passreplace Day: Tips for Better Internet Security Internet security is a crucial concern for all internet users. In today’s world, where everything is becoming digital, individuals should adopt safe and secure internet practices to protect their digital assets. World Password Day is observed every year, and this year, it falls on May 4, 2023….