At the end of every year, the Trustwave content team asks its in-house experts what cybersecurity topics they predict will be top of mind in the coming 12 months, and inevitably the top answer is more ransomware. Instead of waiting an extra couple of months, we thought why not get ahead of the curve, pretend that ransomware will again be an issue, because it will, and proceed to the part of the story where we go through the problem and mitigation methods.

Cybersecurity teams are in a tough spot these days. They are stuck between the pace of change in technology, the shortage of security professionals, and an overabundance of security tools all demanding their attention. It's a combination that should make the all-encompassing Microsoft Security product suite a compelling idea – if you can determine a migration strategy that makes sense for your company.

In the perpetually evolving field of cybersecurity, new threats materialize daily. Attackers are on the prowl for weaknesses in infrastructure and software like a cat eyeing its helpless prey.

It’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month and you know what that means. Christmas decorations have been out for a month at Home Depot. At Trustwave, it means it’s time for the next installment in our Cybersecurity Awareness Month series.

In the healthcare industry, safeguarding patient data is not just a regulatory requirement but a moral imperative. With the increasing digitization of health records and the rise in cyber threats, healthcare organizations need robust security solutions. Microsoft E5 offers a comprehensive suite of security features designed to protect sensitive healthcare data. Coupled with Trustwave’s Microsoft expertise, organizations can get the most out of their E5 investments.

The need for an iron-clad email security solution is once again making headlines. On October 3,the US Department of Justice (DoJ) reported that, working with Trustwave partner Microsoft, it had disrupted a Russian government-based scheme to steal Americans’ sensitive information, using seemingly legitimate email accounts to trick victims into revealing account credentials.

This report is the latest in a series that will delve into the deep research the Trustwave SpiderLabs Threat Intelligence team conducts daily on the major threat actor groups currently operating globally. The information gathered is part of a data repository that helps Trustwave SpiderLabs identify possible intrusions as it conducts threat hunts, vulnerability scans, and other offensive and defensive security tasks.

Trustwave's Threat Intelligence team has discovered a new malware dubbed Pronsis Loader, with its earliest known variant dating back to November 2023. This loader shares similarities with the D3F@ck Loader , which surfaced in January 2024. Pronsis Loader has been observed delivering different malware variants, including Lumma Stealer and Latrodectus as its primary payloads. Additionally, the team identified infrastructure linked to Lumma Stealer during the investigation.

It’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month and you know what that means. Pumpkin spice versions of Trustwave Managed Detection and Response (MDR) solutions are now available! Well, not really, but pumpkin spice season is the perfect time to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and ensuring that individuals and organizations are equipped to protect themselves against cyber threats.

Healthcare organizations face increasing challenges in safeguarding patient data. With the rise of cyber threats and stringent regulatory requirements and potential patient impact, it’s crucial to have a robust security framework in place. Trustwave offers comprehensive solutions tailored to the unique needs of the healthcare sector and has the in-house ability to manage any organization’s security apparatus.

The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 has passed through the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs and is now on its way to Congress, set to become law by Q4 2024. With the CMMC becoming official law, its full implementation in defense contracts will occur through a phased approach over three years starting in 2025.