Reciprocity

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Malware (shorthand for “malicious software”) is any intrusive software that can infiltrate your computer systems to damage or destroy them or to steal data from them. The most common types of malware attacks include viruses, worms, Trojans, and ransomware. Malware attacks are pervasive, and can be devastating to an unprepared business.

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Behavior Group

OCTOBER 10, 2017

Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities People are cautious of physical theft, but the security of digital assets is often ignored. Outdated software, weak credentials, and malware all create opportunities for data exfiltration. The post 5 Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities That People Still Forget About appeared first on Behaviour Portugal.

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Behavior Group

MARCH 6, 2019

password managers, password, malware attacks, security 100 percent of the products that ISE analyzed failed to provide the security to safeguard… Continue reading. The post New Vulnerabilities Found in Top Password Managers appeared first on Behaviour Portugal.

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Zerto

OCTOBER 4, 2021

What makes ransomware so different and more challenging than other types of malware is its ability to severely disrupt the operations of the organizations it hits. Hardening systems by keeping them up to date with the latest patches and detecting malware before an attack happens are both important in preventing ransomware attacks.

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Pure Storage

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Once installed, the malware locks critical files and displays a ransom note demanding payment, often in cryptocurrency. Data breaches often exploit vulnerabilities in software, weak passwords, or insider threats to gain access to critical systems and exfiltrate data. To fix these vulnerabilities: 1.

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NexusTek

JANUARY 17, 2024

Capitalizing on human error and a host of other vulnerabilities, threat actors increasingly exploit weak links in supply chains to gain access to bigger targets up the chain. The malicious code redirects users to a compromised website that hosts the threat actor’s malware. But how to accomplish this?

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Solutions Review

DECEMBER 12, 2024

MSPs without a thorough understanding of legal obligations may find themselves vulnerable to lawsuits and significant financial losses, emphasizing the need for legal expertise in their operations. Vulnerabilities, old and new, are continuously being leveraged to get through Internet of Things devices, firewalls and VPNs.

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Solutions Review

JANUARY 20, 2022

Sometimes the rush to keep business services functioning meant that security was overlooked, and cybercriminals are ready to exploit these vulnerabilities. It’s important to understand that protecting applications and access is as critical as email security in defending against ransomware and other malware. Application access.

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LAN Infotech

JANUARY 2, 2022

This is the first line of defense against unauthorized access and malware. To add further protection, penetration tests are conducted to expertly seek out vulnerabilities in an IT infrastructure and find ways to strengthen the protection of the infrastructure. Anti-Malware. This is the third line of defense against malware.

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Pure Storage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In the hands of bad actors, AI capabilities can help them identify vulnerabilities and exploit paths faster to launch attacks or breach your defenses. And, as long as humans still play a role in its implementation, the human element introduces vulnerabilities AI can’t solve for. (In Can it lend a hand?

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Zerto

MARCH 5, 2024

Slow or No Capabilities for Detection of a Cyberattack Most data protection solutions have some kind of malware or anomaly detection mechanism to determine if you may be experiencing a cyberattack or if your recovery data has been compromised. Unless of course, you recover in an isolated (and preferably air-gapped) clean room environment.

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Solutions Review

JUNE 16, 2023

As attackers have grown more skilled and sophisticated, they are now leveraging hard-to-detect tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) that capitalize on backup system vulnerabilities to either steal data or disrupt recovery operations. Take the CVE-2022-36537 vulnerability that was publicized in early 2023 for example.

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Pure Storage

DECEMBER 30, 2024

They dont secure your system or eliminate vulnerabilities that led to the attack. These experts can assess the scope of the attack, quarantine affected systems to prevent further spread, assist in safely restoring operations, and identify vulnerabilities. Test backup and recovery processes periodically to ensure functionality.

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Solutions Review

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Despite implementing vulnerability management, extended detection and response (XDR), threat monitoring, security information and event management (SIEM), and other technologies, they always seem to be one step behind the cybercriminal fraternity. That means they are wide open to attack from ransomware and other forms of malware.

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Zerto

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Unlike traditional DR, which typically focuses on recovering from natural disasters or system failures, cyber recovery is specifically designed to address the complexities of cyber incidents like ransomware attacks , data breaches, and malware attacks. What Is the Difference Between Disaster Recovery and Cyber Recovery?

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Solutions Review

MARCH 31, 2025

Cybercriminals now take on a mobile-first attack strategy, targeting mobile devices with sophisticated threats, including mobile malware, phishing attacks, and zero-day exploitsputting sensitive data at risk before it can even be backed up. This World Backup Day, take the time to review your backup and disaster recovery strategies.”

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Pure Storage

MAY 8, 2024

AI-powered ransomware is capable of adapting its tactics in real time and modifying malware code to evade detection. LLMs can be used to alter the source code of a piece of malware to avoid triggering rules, such as YARA rules, which identify patterns in malware families to alert a potential attack. Automating attacks.

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Zerto

JULY 6, 2023

The Need for Effective Ransomware Detection Ransomware attacks can strike businesses of all sizes and industries, wreaking havoc on their operations and leaving them vulnerable to extortion. Traditional security measures are no longer sufficient, since cybercriminals constantly evolve their tactics to bypass defences.

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NexusTek

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

If you’re finding the prospect of staying ahead of cybercriminals overwhelming, you’re in good company: 88% of SMB leaders view their businesses as vulnerable to cybercrime 3. Patches and updates are routinely required to address known vulnerabilities that cybercriminals can target. Vulnerability Scanning. Why Is This Important?

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Pure Storage

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

In this article I’ll start with the before of an attack and discuss what you should do and have in place to ensure you’re closing the gaps that create vulnerabilities and in-roads for attackers. Unsupported operating systems and unpatched software open the door for malware infections and other attacker exploits.

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Pure Storage

OCTOBER 19, 2023

These messages claim that the user’s computer is infected with a devastating virus or malware. These malicious actors have honed their tactics to prey on our deepest fears and vulnerabilities. Fake alarms: At the chosen time, scareware springs into action, bombarding the victim with pop-up messages or notifications.

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Pure Storage

AUGUST 22, 2022

The attacker sends malware into your system and gains access to your data. . They then plant malware in the system, which usually runs undetected in the background for a period of time until the attacker decides to get the party started. . The malware infects or deletes Active Directory. .

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Zerto

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Every device user in your organization is a target for attackers to obtain credentials, infiltrate, and spread malware within your system. Likely your organization already has some anti-malware tools scanning incoming files, emails, and other types of communication to detect and prevent malicious files from entering your system.

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Zerto

JULY 14, 2022

According to the Center for Internet Security over the past six months (DEC 2021–MAY 2022), these ten malware variants consistently made up over 60% of all reported malware activity: Shlayer. Ransomware — Ransomware is a type of malware that blocks access to a system, device, or file until a ransom is paid by the attack victim.

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Pure Storage

APRIL 14, 2022

Pure Storage ® continues to lead in immutable storage solutions by ensuring all data is protected from attack, on-creation and without the risk from error-prone management cycles or vulnerabilities from stale software updates. Now with Auto-on SafeMode, that protection is on by default, which means your data will be automatically protected.

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everbridge

MARCH 4, 2022

Now, with workers being more remote and this hybrid model, we still have a responsibility to take care of our employees and ensure that they’re aware of potential threats and vulnerabilities, whether they’re in our office or working at a remote location. Q: What specific challenges do these new work trends present?

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Zerto

OCTOBER 13, 2022

On the preventive side, patch management helps to reduce the attack surface of an organization by fixing known vulnerabilities. Threat and vulnerability management. Cyber resilience relies on cybersecurity models, tools, and operations to prevent cyberattacks and respond accordingly in the case of breach.

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LAN Infotech

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Outdated applications can provide a backdoor for ransomware attacks, malware, and viruses. They can expose their networks to vulnerabilities that hackers and cybercriminals can exploit. Not only can outdated software inadvertently create backdoors to your network, but the data contained in these applications is also quite vulnerable.

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Pure Storage

MAY 23, 2022

Storage and cloud are now the most common ransomware targets, with vulnerable software and misconfigurations being the most common entry points. . Limiting the spread of malware. Download the report , to see the findings and read on to learn what you can do to best protect your organization. But is air gapping really the answer ?

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Online Computers

JANUARY 18, 2022

Outdated devices, human error, malware and theft are all things that contribute greatly to the possibility of a data breach. Outdated devices and software increase risks of malware infections due to the fact that devices are susceptible to vulnerabilities that have yet to be patched. Physical theft is always a risk as well.

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LAN Infotech

MARCH 17, 2022

Ransomware is a type of malware designed to hold the victim’s information hostage. The installed malware encrypts a user’s or organization’s data, limiting their access to files, databases, or applications and rendering any systems that rely on them unusable. What Is Ransomware and How Does It Work?

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NexusTek

JULY 28, 2021

Without an accurate inventory of assets, patches and updates go unmonitored , increasing the vulnerabilities of such endpoints. Instead of just installing software and calling it a day, companies must conduct proactive preventative measures, including frequent infrastructure penetration tests and vulnerability scans. million to $8.94

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Pure Storage

MARCH 21, 2022

Their skills should include vulnerability diagnostics, digital forensics, the ability to analyze memory dumps and malware, and the ability to use analysis tools to perform a correlation analysis of security events. After the initial intrusion and reconnaissance, ransomware will attempt to execute, encrypt, and exfiltrate data.

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Behavior Group

MAY 27, 2019

Whatsapp has recently patched a severe vulnerability that was being exploited by attackers to remotely install surveillance malware on a few “selected” smartphones by simply calling the targeted phone numbers over Whatsapp audio call.

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Zerto

JANUARY 17, 2023

This study uncovered a demand for data that has never been greater, and yet the vulnerability and risks to data integrity are escalating, with ransomware attacks growing in both severity and scale. This vulnerability is particularly alarming for organizations that are refactoring their applications for Kubernetes and containers.

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The Business Continuity Podcast

AUGUST 18, 2016

Highly regimented criminal organisations are employing talented technical professionals to access and exploit privileged systems and data, whilst isolated threat actors enjoy easy access to sophisticated malware that’s affordable and easy-to-use.

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Security Industry Association

OCTOBER 5, 2023

IoT malware : IoT malware is malicious software that is designed to target IoT devices. IoT malware can be used to take control of devices, steal data or disrupt operations. Zero-day attacks : Zero-day attacks are attacks that exploit vulnerabilities in software that the vendor is not aware of.

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