Omdia Report: Trend Disclosed 60% of Vulnerabilities

June 25, 2024 at 08:14AM The latest Omdia Vulnerability Report highlights Trend Micro™ Zero Day Initiative’s significant role in cybersecurity, spearheading 60% of 2023 disclosures. This underscores Trend’s comprehensive threat coverage, proactive risk mitigation, and trustworthiness. Leveraging Trend’s expertise can help organizations effectively manage attack surface risk and stay ahead of potential cyber threats. Based … Read more

Lessons from the Ticketmaster-Snowflake Breach

June 12, 2024 at 07:39AM ShinyHunters, a notorious hacker gang, executed a colossal data breach on Ticketmaster, exposing 560 million users’ data. Live Nation confirmed the breach and initiated an investigation. The same group also targeted Santander, linked through the common use of Snowflake. Snowflake’s CISO provided recommendations for preventing unauthorized access. Implementing MFA is … Read more

EV Manufacturer BYD Selects Karamba Security to Meet Global Automotive Cybersecurity Regulations

June 5, 2024 at 04:00PM Karamba Security announced that BYD, a major EV manufacturer, has adopted its VCode software to create a Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) for electronic control units, enhance supply-chain security, and meet cybersecurity regulation UN R155. The tool aims to help manufacturers identify and address cybersecurity issues before production and comply … Read more

Dubai Cyber Force Names First Accredited Companies

January 31, 2024 at 11:00AM Eight companies, including Crowe Indonesia Teknologi and Grant Thornton Consulting CJSC, have attained accreditation as cybersecurity service providers for Dubai’s “Cyber Force” initiative. The initiative, in collaboration with CREST and Dubai’s Electronic Security Center, aims to enhance cybersecurity measures and make Dubai the safest city in the digital space. Initially, … Read more

A Sanction Has Been Imposed on a Hacker Who Released Australian Health Insurer Client Data

January 23, 2024 at 06:54AM Australian government sanctions Russian national Aleksandr Ermakov for role in cyber attack compromising 10M Australians’ personal info. Sanctions imposed after linking Ermakov to Medibank health insurer data breach. Sanctions aim to expose and debilitate cyber criminals targeting Australia. Providing assets to Ermakov becomes criminal offence punishable by up to 10 … Read more

Criminal IP and Tenable Partner for Swift Vulnerability Detection

January 9, 2024 at 11:33AM Criminal IP, a Cyber Threat Intelligence search engine developed by AI SPERA, has partnered with Tenable for threat analysis and exposure management. It streamlines essential IP address data to Tenable’s platform, empowering users to proactively identify and mitigate potential threats. This collaboration provides a comprehensive solution for cybersecurity strategy and … Read more

Saudi Arabia Strengthens Its Cybersecurity Posture

December 28, 2023 at 07:03AM Saudi Arabia is making significant strides in cybersecurity, propelled by the National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA). The NCA has released various regulations and tools, contributing to the Kingdom’s improved cybersecurity landscape. Efforts include workforce development, global recognition, and hosting industry events. However, the country still faces cyber threats and a shortage … Read more

Ghana Official to Head Africa’s New Cybersecurity Authority

December 11, 2023 at 03:19PM Ghana’s Cyber Security Authority will lead the new African Network of Cybersecurity Authorities (ANCA) to enhance cybersecurity coordination across Africa. Dr. Albert Antwi-Boasiako will chair ANCA and oversee initiatives such as fostering operational exchanges, expanding membership, and representing Africa in global cybersecurity discussions. ANCA includes 17 African countries with dedicated … Read more

US readies prison cell for another Russian Trickbot developer

December 1, 2023 at 10:15AM Vladimir Dunaev, a Russian national and developer of Trickbot malware, pled guilty in the US, facing up to 35 years in prison for creating the software responsible for significant financial damage globally. Trickbot caused tens of millions in losses since 2016, attacking hospitals, schools, and businesses. US and UK sanctions … Read more