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IBM Sells Cybersecurity Group
IBM is selling its QRadar product suite to Palo Alto Networks, for an undisclosed—but probably surprisingly small—sum. I have a personal connection to this. In 2016, IBM bought Resilient Systems, the startup I was a part of. It became part if IBM’s cybersecurity offerings, mostly and weirdly subservient to QRadar. That was what seemed to…
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Dissecting a Multi-stage Phishing Attack.
Phishing is one of the most common forms of cyber attack that organizations face nowadays. A 2024 risk report states that 94% of organizations fall victim to phishing attacks, and 96% are negatively impacted by them. However, phishing attacks are not only growing in number but are also more sophisticated and successful. This is owing…
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Grandoreiro Banking Trojan is Back With Major Updates
The malware-as-a-service Grandoreiro Trojan is now targeting 1500 global banks, says IBM Read More
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Chinese Duo Indicted For Laundering $73m in Pig Butchering Case
Two Chinese nationals have been charged with laundering over $73m in a pig butchering scheme Read More
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Friday Squid Blogging: Emotional Support Squid
When asked what makes this an “emotional support squid” and not just another stuffed animal, its creator says: They’re emotional support squid because they’re large, and cuddly, but also cheerfully bright and derpy. They make great neck pillows (and you can fidget with the arms and tentacles) for travelling, and, on a more personal note,…
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Nissan reveals ransomware attack exposed 53,000 workers’ social security numbers
Nissan North America has revealed that extortionists who demanded a ransom after breaking into its external VPN and disrupted systems last year also stole the social security numbers of over 53,000 staff. Read more in my article on the Hot for Security blog. Read More
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UK Councils Warn of Data Breach After Attack on Medical Supplier
Multiple UK councils have warned that residents’ personal data may have been compromised following a ransomware attack on NRS Healthcare Read More
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How to Protect Yourself on Social Networks
There are now over 5 billion active social media users worldwide, representing 62.3% of the global population. While social networks serve as valuable tools for staying connected with loved ones and documenting life events, the ease of sharing information raises concerns. With a mere few clicks, posts and messages can inadvertently divulge significant personal details,…
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New Android Banking Trojan Mimics Google Play Update App
A new banking Trojan targeting Android devices shows multifaceted capabilities Read More
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FBI Seizes BreachForums Website
The FBI has seized the BreachForums website, used by ransomware criminals to leak stolen corporate data. If law enforcement has gained access to the hacking forum’s backend data, as they claim, they would have email addresses, IP addresses, and private messages that could expose members and be used in law enforcement investigations. […] The FBI…