It doesn't matter if you have a smartphone, a tablet, a laptop, or a desktop computer. Whatever your computing device of choice, you don't want it impacted by malware. And although many of us are familiar with the concept of protecting our PCs and laptops with security software that aims to identify attacks in real-time, it's not a defence that is as widely adopted on mobile devices.
"The 'Classiscam' scam-as-a-service operation has broadened its reach worldwide, targeting many more brands, countries, and industries, causing more significant financial damage than before,” touts Bleeping Computer. So just what is it?
In today's digital landscape, cybersecurity is not just a technical concern; it's a strategic imperative. As we delve into the insights from a recent report from Accenture titled "The Cyber-Resilient CEO," we'll uncover CEOs' critical role in safeguarding their organizations against cyber threats. Discover how a select group of leaders navigates the complex terrain of cyber vulnerabilities, making cybersecurity a cornerstone of business resilience.
A recent report from RPC has revealed that cybersecurity breaches in UK pension schemes increased by 4,000% from 2021/22 to 2022/23. Understandably, the announcement has raised serious concerns about the efficacy of financial service organization’s cybersecurity programmes.
Containers offer a streamlined application deployment and management approach. Thanks to their efficiency and portability, platforms like Docker and Kubernetes have become household names in the tech industry. However, a misconception lurks in the shadows as containers gain popularity - the belief that active vulnerability scanning becomes redundant once containers are implemented.
In the world of cybersecurity, insider threats remain a potent and often underestimated danger. These threats can emanate not only from malicious actors within an organization but also from well-intentioned employees who inadvertently compromise security with a mis-click or other unwitting action.
Job hunters should be on their guard. Researchers at security firm WithSecure have described how fake job opportunities are being posted on LinkedIn with the intent of spreading malware. A Vietnamese cybercrime gang is being blamed for a malware campaign that has seen bogus adverts posted on LinkedIn, pretending to be related to jobs at computer memory and gaming accessories firm Corsair.
In recent years, there has been a major ongoing trend toward more digital infrastructure and an increased dependence on technology across a wide variety of sectors. In the property industry, this has manifested heavily in the growth of the property technology (PropTech) market. These developments have had a serious impact on the sector, enabling advances that both improve existing processes and add new features to real estate transactions.
The main reasons internet users choose to use a virtual private network (VPN) are to protect their online identity and bypass geo-restrictions. Cybercrime is on the rise and is expected to grow each year – the largest breach of 2023 so far occurred on Twitter. For those who reside in countries where internet freedom is lacking, a VPN is necessary to access certain content, and privacy is crucial. The rise in cybercrime has resulted in increased supply and demand in the VPN market.
Configuration management is vitally important as part of a sound cybersecurity strategy. We have previously published how patching alone is not enough, as that does not alter a system’s customized configuration. Misconfigurations can be as damaging to security as a deliberate attack on a system.
