Cybersecurity News
11 Security Certifications to Seek Out This Summer

18 June 2021
What’s Making Your Company a Ransomware Sitting Duck

18 June 2021
Carnival Cruise Cyber-Torpedoed by Cyberattack

18 June 2021
Week in security with Tony Anscombe
5 steps to take to minimize damage from a ransomware attack – The double-edged sword of OSINT – Watch out for vishing scams
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18 June 2021
4 Habits of Highly Effective Security Operators
These good habits can make all the difference in advancing careers for cybersecurity operators who spend their days putting out fires large and small.18 June 2021
Insider Versus Outsider: Navigating Top Data Loss Threats

18 June 2021
‘Oddball’ Malware Blocks Access to Pirated Software

18 June 2021
First American Financial Pays Farcical $500K Fine
In May 2019, KrebsOnSecurity broke the news that the website of mortgage settlement giant First American Financial Corp. [NYSE:FAF] was leaking more than 800 million documents -- many containing sensitive financial data -- related to real estate transactions dating back more than 16 years. This week, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission settled its investigation into the matter after the Fortune 500 company agreed to pay a paltry penalty of less than $500,000.18 June 2021
Faux ‘DarkSide’ Gang Takes Aim at Global Energy, Food Sectors

18 June 2021
A deep dive into the operations of the LockBit ransomware group
Most victims are from the enterprise and are expected to pay an average ransom of $85,000.18 June 2021
5 essential things to do before ransomware strikes
By failing to prepare you are preparing to fail – here’s what you can do today to minimize the impact of a potential ransomware attack in the future
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18 June 2021
Dark Web
The Dark Web is a network of systems connected to the Internet designed to share information securely and anonymously. These capabilities are abused by cyber criminals to enable their activities, for example selling hacking tools or purchasing stolen information such as credit card data. Be aware that your information could be floating around the Dark Web, making it easier for cyber criminals to create custom attacks targeting you..18 June 2021
Data Breaches Surge in Food & Beverage, Other Industries
Six previously "under-attacked" vertical industries saw a surge in data breaches last year due to COVID-19 related disruptions and other factors, new data shows.17 June 2021
One in Five Manufacturing Firms Targeted by Cyberattacks
Information-stealing malware makes up about a third of attacks, a study finds, but companies worry most about ransomware shutting down production.17 June 2021
Carnival Cruise Line Reports Security Breach
The cruise ship operator says the incident affected employee and guest data.17 June 2021
Google Launches SLSA, A New Framework for Supply Chain Integrity
The 'Supply chain Levels for Software Artifacts' aims to ensure the integrity of components throughout the software supply chain.17 June 2021
Clop Raid: A Big Win in the War on Ransomware?

17 June 2021
Cisco Smart Switches Riddled with Severe Security Holes

17 June 2021
Updated PCI DSS v4.0 Timeline
To follow up on an earlier communication, PCI SSC is now targeting a Q1 2022 publication date for PCI DSS v4.0. This timeline supports the inclusion of an additional request for comments (RFC) for the community to provide feedback on the PCI DSS v4.0 draft validation documents.
17 June 2021
Geek Squad Vishing Attack Bypasses Email Security to Hit 25K Mailboxes

17 June 2021