Cyprus Thwarted a Digital Attack Against the Government’s Main Online Portal

October 20, 2024 at 06:29PM Cyprus successfully thwarted a DDoS attack targeting its central online government portal, ensuring continued access for users. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Incident Report**: Cyprus successfully defended against a DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attack. 2. **Target**: The attack was aimed at disrupting access to the government’s central online portal. 3. **Outcome**: … Read more

SideWinder APT Strikes Middle East and Africa With Stealthy Multi-Stage Attack

October 17, 2024 at 06:42AM An APT group known as SideWinder, linked to India, has launched numerous attacks on key entities in the Middle East and Africa, utilizing multi-stage infection methods with a new toolkit called StealerBot. Targeted sectors include government, military, finance, and telecommunications across various countries, highlighting their evolving cyber capabilities. ### Meeting … Read more

Anonymous Sudan DDoS Service Disrupted, Members Charged by US

October 17, 2024 at 05:31AM The Department of Justice has charged members of Anonymous Sudan and disrupted their DDoS attack service, as reported by SecurityWeek. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. The Department of Justice (DoJ) has officially announced charges against members of the group known as Anonymous Sudan. 2. The DoJ has successfully disrupted the DDoS (Distributed … Read more

Microsoft says more ransomware stopped before reaching encryption

October 15, 2024 at 12:55PM Microsoft reports a 2.75 times increase in ransomware attacks, yet defenses are improving, halving successful encryption attempts. Common methods include social engineering and exploiting unmanaged devices. Ransomware tactics like double extortion are prevalent, with Akira leading attacks. Microsoft advises implementing multi-factor authentication and reviewing account privileges to mitigate risks. ### … Read more

Trump campaign arms up with ‘unhackable’ phones after Iranian intrusion

October 14, 2024 at 10:35AM With less than a month until the presidential election, the Trump campaign is investing in secure technology from Green Hills Software to prevent hacking. This includes unhackable phones and computers using the high-security Integrity-178B operating system, aimed at ensuring election integrity amid concerns over previous intrusions. ### Meeting Takeaways: 1. … Read more

America First Policy Institute, a Group Advising Trump, Says Its Systems Were Breached

October 14, 2024 at 09:15AM The America First Policy Institute, a group preparing for a potential Donald Trump administration, reported that its computer systems were breached. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Organization Involved:** America First Policy Institute (AFPI) is a group laying the groundwork for a potential future Donald Trump administration. 2. **Security Incident:** AFPI reported that … Read more

The Invisible Army of Non-Human Identities

October 11, 2024 at 10:07AM Non-human identities (NHIs) have significantly increased in cybersecurity, posing risks as potential entry points for attackers. With far more NHIs than human users, visibility and privilege sprawl are major challenges. To mitigate these risks, organizations must enhance discovery, inventory, and management practices, prioritizing NHI security alongside traditional measures. ### Meeting … Read more

Element Security Emerges From Stealth With CTEM Solution, $5M in Funding 

September 17, 2024 at 09:15AM Element Security, an Israeli startup founded in 2021 by Daniel Lublin and Omer Cohen, has raised $5 million in funding. The company has launched a cloud-based Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) platform and attracted global companies in finance, aviation, and automotive sectors. Element’s platform aims to identify and mitigate risks … Read more

Expert-Led Webinar – Uncovering Latest DDoS Tactics and Learn How to Fight Back

May 3, 2024 at 09:57AM Summary: A webinar titled “Uncovering Contemporary DDoS Attack Tactics—How to Fight Back” will feature Andrey Slastenov, Head of Security at Gcore, discussing the escalating risks of DDoS attacks. Attendees will gain proactive defense strategies, practical tips, and have a chance to engage with the expert directly. The webinar aims to … Read more

Unmasking the True Cost of Cyberattacks: Beyond Ransom and Recovery

April 23, 2024 at 06:34AM According to research by Cybersecurity Ventures, global cybercrime is projected to cost 10.5 trillion USD annually by 2025, a sharp rise from 3 trillion USD in 2015. The true financial impact goes beyond immediate costs, including revenue loss, strained relationships, regulatory fines, increased insurance premiums, and the indirect costs of … Read more