News August 10, 2022

With Cybersecurity Retention Concerns Rising, How Can You Stay Competitive?

2 min read - A recent survey found that the majority of organizations struggle to retain cybersecurity workers. By focusing on improving retention, businesses can also reduce their digital risk.   Increased Retention Concerns As new cybersecurity concerns increase, businesses also face an uphill battle…

News August 3, 2022

Only Half of Small Businesses Are Prepared for Cyberattacks

2 min read - A recent survey showed that only half of small businesses are ready to handle a cyberattack, even though the threat of one is a top concern. Small businesses can take action ahead of time to reduce their risk and increase…

News July 27, 2022

FIN7 Threat Actors Add Ransomware to Their Arsenal

2 min read - FIN7, one of the most prolific cyber criminal gangs in the world, has added ransomware to its attack arsenal. The organization gained infamy in 2014 after it stole a total of $1 billion from over 100 companies around the world.…

News July 20, 2022

Sharkbot Malware Found in Apps Posing as Antivirus Solutions

2 min read - Researchers have found the Sharkbot Android malware hiding under the guise of antivirus solutions on Google’s Play Store. Google recently took down at least six fake antivirus apps from the store. Attackers used these malicious apps to spread Sharkbot malware,…

News July 13, 2022

Feds Offer $5 Million for Information on North Korean Cyber Threats

2 min read - North Korean-based actors have allegedly run company breaches, crypto crime, weapons sales, money laundering, human rights abuses and WMD program funding. Given the high stakes involved, the U.S. Department of State Rewards for Justice program is offering $5 million for…

News July 6, 2022

Bulk Email Theft May Point to Russian Espionage

2 min read - Cybersecurity researchers recently identified a threat group with a possible Russian connection that targets corporate email environments. At first, the researchers thought the UNC3524 gang mostly sought money, as do many ransomware attacks. A deeper look at the group’s actions,…

News June 29, 2022

SEC Proposes New Cybersecurity Rules for Public Companies

2 min read - Keeping up with federal regulations is an inevitable part of cybersecurity. While new rules aim to protect business, they also require more work. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently proposed new rules that public companies will need to…

News June 22, 2022

CISA Warns of Russia-Sponsored Threats to Critical Infrastructure

2 min read - Cybersecurity authorities from the United States, Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the U.K. recently released a joint Cybersecurity Advisory warning of increased cyber threats related to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. As per the alert, attacks may occur as a response…

News June 15, 2022

Cyber Threats Target US Election Officials With Phishing Campaign

2 min read - On March 29, the FBI warned of an ongoing and widespread phishing campaign targeting U.S. election officials. Using false invoice inquiries and breached email accounts, attackers have attempted to steal officials’ login credentials in at least nine states since October…

Advanced Threats June 8, 2022

World’s Largest Darknet Market Shut Down, $25 Million in Bitcoin Seized

2 min read - On April 5, German authorities announced the takedown of the Hydra marketplace, the world’s largest darknet market trading in illicit drugs, cyberattack tools, forged documents and stolen data. The criminal operation, with about 17 million customer accounts, raked in billions…