Recent Security News
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Ransomware Group Takes Credit for LoanDepot, Prudential Financial Attacks
February 19, 2024 at 08:03AM The BlackCat and Alphv ransomware group has claimed responsibility for cyberattacks on financial firms LoanDepot and Prudential Financial. Despite the data breach impacting millions of people, Prudential stated no evidence of customer data theft. The US government offered rewards for information on the group and its affiliates. The ransomware group…
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How to Achieve the Best Risk-Based Alerting (Bye-Bye SIEM)
February 19, 2024 at 07:27AM Network Detection and Response (NDR) has become the most effective technology for detecting cyber threats, offering adaptive cybersecurity with reduced false alerts and efficient threat response. NDR uses risk-based alerting to prioritize alerts based on potential risk, enabling more efficient resource allocation, prompt response to high-risk alerts, and better decision-making.…
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Anatsa Android Trojan Bypasses Google Play Security, Expands Reach to New Countries
February 19, 2024 at 06:21AM The Android banking trojan Anatsa has extended its reach to Slovakia, Slovenia, and Czechia in a new campaign observed in November 2023, exploiting accessibility service and bypassing Google Play’s protections. Anatsa targets banking customers with dropper apps on the Play Store, gaining control over devices, stealing credentials, and perpetrating fraudulent…
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Q&A: The Cybersecurity Training Gap in Industrial Networks
February 19, 2024 at 06:02AM Cyberattacks on critical infrastructure are increasing due to geopolitical conflicts and poorly secured devices. Water treatment plants are targeted, and the US government warns of Chinese plans against US critical infrastructure. Irfan Shakeel discusses the urgency to protect industrial networks and the need for training and resources in OT security.…