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Researchers Warn of Surge in Infostealers Delivered Via Phishing

The number of infostealers delivered via phishing emails increased by 84% last year, according to a new report from IBM’s X-Force researchers. Threat actors are using these malware ...

Criminals Exploit the Death of Pope Francis to Launch Scams

Scammers are exploiting the death of Pope Francis to launch social engineering attacks, according to researchers at Check Point.

How Organizational Culture Shapes Cyber Defenses

Recently, I received an email at work from a company with whom I've had previous interactions. The email lacked context and contained an attachment, immediately raising suspicion.

Powering Down Vulnerability: Securing the Energy Sector's Supply Chain

The energy sector stands as a critical pillar of our society. From the electricity powering our homes to the fuel driving our industries, reliable energy is essential. However, the very ...

Lack of Security Awareness Tops List of Obstacles to Cyber Defense

Most organizations cite low security awareness among employees as the biggest barrier to defending against cyberattacks, according to a new survey by CyberEdge Group.

Europe's Energy Sector at Risk: The Critical Need for Cybersecurity

Reliable energy is the backbone of any modern society. It powers our homes, industries, and economies. But what happens when this essential infrastructure becomes a target for ...

64% of Australian Organizations Hit by Ransomware Were Forced to Halt Operations

Illumio’s recent Global Cost of Ransomware Study found that 64% of Australian companies hit by ransomware had to shut down operations as a result.

[HEADS UP] North Korea Expands Its Fraudulent IT Worker Operations

North Korea’s fraudulent employment operations have expanded to hit countries around the world, with a particular focus on Europe, according to researchers at Google’s Threat Intelligence ...