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Researchers at Abnormal Security have observed a 360% increase in phishing attacks against state and local government entities over the past year. The researchers write, “While phishing tends to consistently increase each year and regularly accounts for the majority of advanced threats, this level of growth is extraordinary.” Threat actors often use phishing to gain a foothold within an organization before launching more follow-on attacks.

Ransomware is more prolific and expensive than ever. Depending on the source you read, the average or median ransomware payment was at least several hundred thousand dollars to well over several million in 2023. Marsh, a leader in cybersecurity insurance, wrote that its customers paid an average of $6.5 million in ransom in 2023 (after just paying an average of $1.4 million in 2023).

For both white-hat and black-hat operators, the infamous “RockYou” lists have been a staple of the cyber-security landscape for well over a decade. They are lists of passwords, compiled and repeatedly expanded upon with data leaked over the years to form, in its most recent iteration, a list of approximately 10 billion plain-text passwords.

DDI Central takes a giant leap forward in simplifying network management for IT infrastructures housing Microsoft DNS and DHCP servers. This is a significant milestone for the platform, as it brings unparalleled convenience and efficiency to Microsoft Windows Server users all over the globe, enabling seamless integration and robust control over their distributed Microsoft network infrastructure.

Cyberflashing is the act of sending nonconsensual sexual messages or images to someone via digital communication channels. This disturbing behaviour can manifest across various platforms.

Web scraping is almost like a super-power, yet it has its own set of problems. If there are challenges affecting your data extraction process… Well, you’re not alone. I’ve been there, and I know you too. In this guide, we will explore the most frequent web scraping problems and how to solve them effectively. From HTML structure issues to anti-scraping measures, you will find out how to address these issues and improve your web scraping skills.

Regularly updating the software on your connected devices is essential to keep them secure from cyber-attacks. To maintain security, it is crucial to install software updates that often contain important security patches that fix vulnerabilities that hackers could exploit. Without these updates, your devices could be at risk of being hacked. Keeping software up to date is vital for cybersecurity and performance, ensuring your devices are protected against vulnerabilities and run efficiently.

RedTail is a sophisticated malware designed for unauthorized cryptocurrency mining with a focus on Monero. It was first identified in January 2024, but it has been circulating since at least December 2023. Its latest iterations show improvements in evasion and persistence mechanisms, underscoring the significant expertise and resources driving its development.

Paul Lockley – VP Sales, EMEA In the ever-evolving landscape of transportation, the emergence of Connected and Automated Vehicles (CAVs) presents a promising shift towards safer, greener, and more accessible mobility solutions. However, as we embark on this transformative journey, it’s imperative to address the ethical considerations inherent in the development and deployment of CAVs.