Cyberespionage and nation-state cyberattacks
In today's world, enterprises and governments must contend with more than just hackers and cybercriminals. This resource center provides the latest information and advice on the growing threats of nation-state cyberattacks and cyberespionage.
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Cyberespionage and nation-state cyberattacks News
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September 10, 2020
10
Sep'20
Disinformation, mail-in ballots top election security concerns
While there have been no major cyberattacks this election season, threat actors are waging disinformation campaigns around hot-button issues like mail-in ballots.
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September 02, 2020
02
Sep'20
CISA and FBI say there have been no hacks on voter databases
After a false Russian news report circulated on the internet, CISA and the FBI released a joint statement that denied any hacks to election security.
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August 27, 2020
27
Aug'20
North Korea's 'BeagleBoyz' target banks with ATM cash-out attacks
The U.S. Government issued a joint alert for an ATM cash-out scheme run by a newly identified North Korean nation-state hacking group known as 'BeagleBoyz.'
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June 16, 2020
16
Jun'20
CIA unaware of Vault 7 theft until WikiLeaks dump
An internal CIA report from the Wikileaks Task Force blasted the agency over the leak of the Vault 7 cyberweapons, which exposed dangerous hacking tools and vulnerabilities.
Cyberespionage and nation-state cyberattacks Get Started
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advanced persistent threat (APT)
An advanced persistent threat (APT) is a prolonged and targeted cyberattack in which an intruder gains access to a network and remains undetected for an extended period of time. Continue Reading
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Test your cyber-smarts with this network security quiz
Show what you know about the topics covered in the May 2020 issue of Information Security magazine. If you get nine of 10 answers right, you'll also receive CPE credit! Continue Reading
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The state of cybersecurity risk: Detection and mitigation
Hackers will always try to creep in, and many will succeed. That's why effective detection and mitigation are essential. How are enterprises faring? Continue Reading
Evaluate Cyberespionage and nation-state cyberattacks Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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How cyber warfare laws limit risk on a digital battleground
Retired Navy cryptologist implores enterprises to build key cyber warfare laws into their infosec strategy to improve survivability on the digital battleground in his new book. Continue Reading
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The future of cyber warfare requires infosec's attention
The future of cyber warfare places enterprise security and survivability in the crosshairs. Learn more about cyber warfare threats and capabilities and how infosec can prepare. Continue Reading
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RSA Conference 2020 guide: Highlighting security's human element
What's happening at the 2020 RSA Conference? Our team keeps you up to date with pre-conference coverage and breaking news from the infosec world's biggest event. Continue Reading
Manage Cyberespionage and nation-state cyberattacks
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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Why nation-state cyberattacks must be top of mind for CISOs
Even though organizations face threats coming from many sources, one type of cyberattack should be top of mind for CISOs: those backed by nation-states. Here's why. Continue Reading
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How to implement a strong COVID-19 cybersecurity plan
Cybercriminals aren't slowing down during the coronavirus pandemic, and neither can your security. Learn what are the biggest threats and how to stop them cold. Continue Reading
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4 steps to critical infrastructure protection readiness
Government and private industry share responsibility for critical infrastructure and key resources protection. Follow four steps to understand and know who you're gonna call to protect CIKR. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Cyberespionage and nation-state cyberattacks Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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With US ban, Huawei products put CISOs on notice
The U.S. federal government has enacted bans on equipment it deems a national security risk. The move should make CISOs wary of what products they bring into their organizations. Continue Reading
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How nation-state cyberattacks affect the future of infosec
Any company can be a nation-state cyberattack victim. Brush up on the latest and most common nation-state techniques and their implications on the threat landscape of tomorrow. Continue Reading
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How to handle nation-state cyberattacks on the enterprise
It's only a matter of time before nation-state cyberattacks that threaten government entities today target the enterprise. Follow our expert's tips to prepare in time. Continue Reading