Emerging cyberattacks and threats
Hackers and cybercriminals are constantly looking for and developing new techniques and attack methods. Read through our news, tips and advice to get the latest information about evolving security threats and emerging cyberattacks.
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Emerging cyberattacks and threats News
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December 03, 2020
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Dec'20
Updated Trickbot malware threatens firmware security
Despite recent takedown efforts, the operators behind the malicious botnet are back with a new module called 'TrickBoot' that detects UEFI/BIOS firmware vulnerabilities.
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December 01, 2020
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Dec'20
Online education vendor K12 hit with ransomware, pays ransom
A spokesperson for K12 told SearchSecurity that based on the current status of the investigation, the attack did not affect student devices or school networks.
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November 18, 2020
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Nov'20
Sophos: Ransomware 'heavyweights' demand sky-high payments
Sophos principal research scientist Chet Wisniewski explains the presence of 'weight classes' in ransomware and offers his thoughts on its future.
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November 12, 2020
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Nov'20
25,000 criminal reports: Vastaamo breach sets new precedent
The recent data breach at the Vastaamo Psychotherapy Centre in Finland shows threat actors are willing to threaten and extort patients directly, setting a dangerous new precedent.
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Try this cybersecurity quiz, test your cyberdefense smarts
Based on the November 2020 issue of Information Security magazine, this 10-question quiz lets you check your comprehensive knowledge of current security issues and earn CPE credit too. Continue Reading
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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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zero-day (computer)
Zero-day is a flaw in software, hardware or firmware that is unknown to the party or parties responsible for patching or otherwise fixing the flaw. Continue Reading
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Security automation tools and analytics reshape SecOps efforts
To transition from being reactive to proactive in terms of cybersecurity threats, check out how SecOps teams can use security analytics and automation tools to make the change. Continue Reading
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Cybersecurity new normal needs change in process, CISOs say
As CISOs face an increasingly remote workforce, they need to confront past security mistakes, while adjusting to cybersecurity's new normal. Continue Reading
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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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COVID-19 cybersecurity data shows rising risk during remote pivot
When enterprises quickly pivoted to remote work during the pandemic, it prompted a wave of new threats while also widening existing gaps in cybersecurity postures. Continue Reading
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Identify and prepare for 5G security issues
A key 5G security issue is that vulnerabilities are still being researched and identified. Learn more about the known 5G network security risks and how to mitigate them. Continue Reading
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Cybersecurity team structure stronger with 3 new roles
Having the right cybersecurity team in place can help reduce how long it takes to control threats. Consider adding cloud security, third-party risk and digital ethics specialists. Continue Reading
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8 challenges every security operations center faces
Staffing shortages, budget allocation issues, and inadequate analytics and filtering are among the challenges organizations will face as they implement a security operations center. Continue Reading
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The challenge of addressing the IT and security skills gap
In the first of a two-part series, Jonathan Meyers examines the issues surrounding the security skills gap that companies must contend with due to limited budgets, training and more. Continue Reading
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Prevent cloud account hijacking with 3 key strategies
The ability to identify the various methods of cloud account hijacking is key to prevention. Explore three ways to limit potential consequences of cloud credential compromise. Continue Reading