Zimbabwe Trains Government Officials in Cybersecurity Skills

August 28, 2024 at 03:00AM Zimbabwe launches cybersecurity program for government agencies with over 100 officials graduating. Recent cyberattacks have prompted the nation to address security concerns including social media account hacking and a $120 million bank heist. Minister Maveteras emphasizes the need for vigilance, attributing increased threats to the country’s digitalization and economic growth. … Read more

Webinar Alert: Learn How ITDR Solutions Stop Sophisticated Identity Attacks

July 5, 2024 at 09:07AM A webinar on Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR) will provide insider knowledge on modern cybersecurity threats and protection. Led by Silverfort’s VP of Product Marketing, Yiftach Keshet, the session will cover hidden security vulnerabilities, top features of ITDR solutions, real-world scenarios, and future identity security trends. Register now before … Read more

87% of DDoS Attacks Targeted Windows OS Devices in 2023

May 9, 2024 at 04:29PM New data from Nexusguard’s DDoS Statistical Trends Report 2024 shows a shift in DDoS tactics with increased attacks on computers and servers, shorter but more powerful attacks, and increased targeting of Windows OS devices. Additionally, politically charged motives are driving attacks on vital services. HTTPS Flood and DNS Amplification attacks … Read more

The Battle Continues: Mandiant Report Shows Improved Detection But Persistent Adversarial Success

April 23, 2024 at 10:13AM Mandiant’s M-Trends 2024 report indicates improved defenses, but attackers still hold the advantage, despite enhanced detection capabilities. This is highlighted in SecurityWeek’s article “The Battle Continues: Mandiant Report Shows Improved Detection But Persistent Adversarial Success.” Based on the meeting notes, the key takeaway is that Mandiant’s M-Trends 2024 report indicates … Read more

Delinea Research Reveals that Ransomware Is Back on the Rise As Cybercriminals’ Motivation Shifts to Data Exfiltration

February 1, 2024 at 05:08PM Delinea’s “State of Ransomware” report for 2024 reveals an increase in cybercriminals’ tactics, with a shift towards exfiltrating sensitive data and threatening to sell it on the darknet or leverage it for cyber insurance payments. Ransomware attacks are on the rise, targeting mid-sized companies the most. Organizations need to bolster … Read more

Cyber insurance requirements: What’s in store for 2024

January 12, 2024 at 12:11AM In 2024, cyber insurance requirements are set to evolve, reflecting the changing threat landscape and increasing data breach costs. Predictions include a shift towards modern attack surface management, prioritization of vulnerabilities, limited coverage for manufacturing breaches, and mandatory incident response plans. Providers emphasize adaptability in the face of evolving regulations … Read more

Top 7 Trends Shaping SaaS Security in 2024

December 18, 2023 at 10:39AM SaaS has become crucial for corporate IT, with service businesses almost entirely reliant on it. However, this shift has attracted threat actors. Trends for 2024 include democratization of SaaS, the importance of ITDR, cross-border compliance, misconfiguration risk, third-party app reliance, and remote device security. SSPM tools like Adaptive Shield are … Read more