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Shielding Your Kubernetes Kingdom: Safeguarding with Rubrik Protection

In the landscape of modern application development and deployment, Kubernetes has transcended its adoption phase to become a cornerstone technology for organizations worldwide. According to the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF), a staggering 96% of organizations are actively using or evaluating Kubernetes, with over 5.6 million developers worldwide embracing its capabilities.

Malicious App Impersonates McAfee to Distribute Malware Via Text and Phone Calls

A trojanized version of the McAfee Security app is installing the Android banking Trojan “Vultur,” according to researchers at Fox-IT. The attackers are spreading links to the malicious app via text messages and phone calls. “In order to deceive unsuspecting individuals into installing malware, the threat actors employ a hybrid attack using two SMS messages and a phone call,” the researchers write.

RaaS attacks are on the rise: Top 5 tips to protect your organization

Over the years, we have seen a substantial amount of cyberattacks happening around the globe. The most infamous of them is the RaaS attack, which is taking over organizations of all sizes. An employee’s sheer negligence and lack of cybersecurity solutions put organizations at higher risk. In this article, we will share some tips that every organization needs to know in order to stay away from cyberattacks. Ransomware attacks have become prevalent in recent years and can happen to any organization.

Oops, Malware! Now What? Dealing with Accidental Malware Execution

On an ordinary day, you're casually surfing the web and downloading some PDF files. The document icons seem pretty legitimate, so you click without a second thought. But, to your surprise, nothing happens. A closer look reveals that what you believed to be a harmless PDF was, in fact, an executable file. Panic sets in as your settings lock up, and even accessing the task manager becomes impossible. Unknown pop-ups invade your screen, telltale signs of malware execution.

Ransomware Reality Check: Investing in Cybersecurity Pays Off | Razorthorn Security

Dive into the intriguing world of cybersecurity and ransomware recovery in this thought-provoking video. As news broke about a $100 million ransomware operation being halted, initial reactions ranged from skepticism to amusement. However, the swift return of these cybercriminals highlights the resilience and adaptability of such groups.

Security & IT: Better Together!

PB & J 🥜… Bacon & Eggs 🍳… Mac & Cheese🧀… Movies & Popcorn 🍿… IT & Security 🔒! One of the hottest topics in #CyberSecurity is how organizations can bounce back from a #CyberAttack. The truth is, organizations must accept that it’s only a matter of time before their networks are breached by hackers. Fortunately, new tools like generative #AI can now be used to even the playing field when combatting #BadActors. 🤖

New Malware Loader Delivers Agent Tesla Remote Access Trojan Via Phishing

A new malware loader is delivering the Agent Tesla remote access Trojan (RAT), according to researchers at Trustwave SpiderLabs. The malware is distributed by phishing emails with malicious attachments. “The threat begins with a fake bank payment email designed to deceive recipients,” the researchers write.

Narwhal Spider Threat Group Behind New Phishing Campaign Impersonating Reputable Law Firms

Using little more than a well-known business name and a invoice-related PDF, the “NaurLegal” phishing campaign aims at installing malware trojans. This new campaign spotted by security analysts at BlueVoyant demonstrates how effective spear phishing can be — even when the phishing execution itself is relatively basic. According to the analysis, threat actors impersonate well-known law firms and send out PDF attachments with the filename "Invoice_.pdf." Simple enough, right?

Shamane Tan on bouncing back - Cyber Security Decoded

With #data growing at an enormous rate and cyberattacks becoming widespread, a #CyberSecurity strategy based around preventing attacks just simply won’t cut it anymore. Prevention alone isn’t enough, so experts are emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on cyber resilience. In other words, it’s important to build a strategy that enables your team to identify threats from bad actors quickly so you can recover your data right away and bounce back.