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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Instant Download: Building an Incident Response Action Plan
77% of organizations admit they don’t have a formal cybersecurity incident response plan (CSIRP) that is applied consistently across the organization, according to IBM. If you’re one of them, here’s everything you need to know about building an efficient incident response action plan.
Cyberespionage and nation-state cyberattacks News
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October 08, 2019
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Oct'19
NSA warns VPN vulnerabilities exploited by nation-state hackers
Nation-state hackers are exploiting previously disclosed vulnerabilities in VPNs from Pulse Secure, Palo Alto Networks and Fortinet, according to a security advisory from the NSA.
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October 04, 2019
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Oct'19
Risk & Repeat: Trump takes aim at DNC hack and CrowdStrike
This week's Risk & Repeat podcast looks at President Trump's recent comments about CrowdStrike and the DNC 'server' and the misinformation around Russian election interference.
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September 25, 2019
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Sep'19
Trump pushes debunked DNC hack conspiracy in call with Ukraine
In a call with the Ukrainian president that is now the focus of an impeachment inquiry, President Trump discussed CrowdStrike and asked for help with finding a 'server.'
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August 19, 2019
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Aug'19
2020 election security to face same vulnerabilities as in 2016
Confidence in the security of the 2020 election spanned the gamut, depending on who you asked at DEF CON's Voting Village, with local officials more optimistic than technologists.
Cyberespionage and nation-state cyberattacks Get Started
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cyberwarfare
Cyberwarfare is computer- or network-based conflict involving politically motivated attacks by a nation-state on another nation-state. Continue Reading
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cyberterrorism
According to the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation, cyberterrorism is any 'premeditated, politically motivated attack against information, computer systems, computer programs, and data which results in violence against non-combatant targets by ... Continue Reading
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Huawei ban highlights 5G security issues CISOs must tackle
Why worry over Huawei? A U.S. ban of this Chinese company's products should remind CISOs that now is the time to consider security issues related to the rollout of the 5G network. 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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Who's to blame for ransomware attacks -- beyond the attackers?
Cyberattackers are to blame for ransomware attacks, but what about companies that release flawed software or don't install patches? Our expert looks at where the buck stops. Continue Reading
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How information sharing can reduce cybersecurity vulnerabilities
Cybersecurity vulnerabilities come from multiple fronts for modern businesses, but information sharing about real-world breaches -- good and bad -- provides valuable intelligence. Continue Reading
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Battling nation-state cyberattacks in a federal leadership vacuum
Nation-state cyberattacks could be better fought with a united front. But the U.S. government has failed to find a reliable way to deter or stop attackers. Continue Reading
Manage Cyberespionage and nation-state cyberattacks
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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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
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Putting cybersecurity for healthcare on solid footing
CISO Kevin Charest talks security threats he sees in the healthcare field and the means his company is using to thwart them, including HCSC's Cyber Fusion Center. Continue Reading
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Top cloud security risks that keep experts up at night
Hackers are after your assets in the cloud. Here's how they get in and what you can do to plug security holes, starting with minimizing the risks created through human error. 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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Cybersecurity skills shortage prompts new hiring approach
Hiring managers are widening the pool of candidates in response to the cybersecurity skills shortage. Learn how a parks and recreation background can be an asset in threat hunting. Continue Reading
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How to secure network devices in a hostile world
Find out how to secure network devices by locking down the biggest, riskiest holes to protect them from exploits long before some or all of the network crashes. Continue Reading
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How air gap attacks challenge the notion of secure networks
Today's cyberattacks are taking new shapes and sizes in the ever-changing tech environment. This guide explores air gap attacks, the history behind them and the latest threats facing air-gapped networks. Continue Reading