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Cato CTRL Threat Research: Ballista - New IoT Botnet Targeting Thousands of TP-Link Archer Routers

Over the years, major IoT botnets like Mirai and Mozi have proven how easily routers can be exploited and threat actors have taken note. Two key issues have played in their favor: the fact that users rarely deploy new firmware to their routers, coupled with the lack of regard for security by router vendors. As a result, router vulnerabilities may persist in the wild for much longer than initially expected, even after patches are published publicly.

Jit + Google Cloud: Strengthening Cloud Security with CSPM and Google Chronicle Integration

We’re excited to announce our deepening partnership with Google Cloud, marked by two major milestones: Jit has received the “New Customer Acquisition” award from GCP Israel—recognizing our success in helping businesses enhance their cloud security on Google Cloud.

Analyzing Elysium, a Variant of the Ghost (Cring) Ransomware Family

In February 2025, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) published a cybersecurity advisory to share information about the Ghost (Cring) ransomware and its techniques. The group behind this ransomware started its activities around 2021 by attacking public-facing applications running outdated versions.

Elo, Agility and INETCO announce strategic partnership to revolutionize payments reliability in Brazil

2º Congresso de Prevenção e Repressão a Fraudes, Segurança Cibernética e Bancária, SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL, March 11, 2025 – Agility, one of Brazil’s leading IT and Cybersecurity service providers, and INETCO, a global leader in payments monitoring and fraud prevention, are proud to announce a new partnership with Brazilian payment processing trailblazer Elo.

The Myth of Geographic Immunity in Cybersecurity

In the realm of cybersecurity, perception often diverges from reality. A common misconception is that nation-state cybercriminals primarily target the United States. However, recent evidence suggests a more ubiquitous threat landscape, with significant activities targeting the UK, Australia and other regions globally. The notion that certain countries are immune to sophisticated cyberattacks is not just outdated—it's dangerous.

The True Cost of Cloud-Native Backups: Are You Paying More Than You Think?

For IT decision-makers, the public cloud has become a game-changer. Scalability, agility, and elasticity are just a few of the many benefits that have driven more organizations to adopt public clouds such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud. But with cyber threats on the rise, ensuring business-critical cloud data is protected and rapidly recoverable while optimizing cloud costs can feel like a difficult balancing act.

The Connection Between SEO and CyberSecurity

At first glance, SEO and cybersecurity might seem like separate disciplines, each with distinct goals. For example, one focuses on improving a website's visibility in search engine results, while the other prioritizes protecting digital assets from threats. However, a closer look reveals a profound and often overlooked connection between these two domains.

The Rise of Peer-to-Peer Crypto Exchanges

In the ever-evolving world of digital currencies, the way people trade and exchange cryptocurrencies is constantly changing. Among the various methods available, peer-to-peer (P2P) crypto exchanges are increasingly gaining traction. But what's behind this rising popularity, and what does it mean for the future of crypto trading?